Embracing Humor for a Transformative Life Journey with Steve Rizzo, the Mindset Adjuster

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Finding Joy and Success Beyond the Stage

Humor’s Role in Empowering Success

[12:24] - Following Your Heart Toward Success - How Steve transitioned from comedy to motivational speaking, finding unexpected opportunities and the power of inner callings.

[27:26] - Journey to Finding Authentic Self – Transformative journey of personal growth, ending a marriage, cathartic breakdown, divine guidance, self-belief, embracing passions.

[32:34] - Shifting Mindsets for Success - Power of therapy, mindful communication, resilience, common sense success strategies, creating one's own miracles.

[38:45] - Journey to Internal Happiness – A reminder to never put our happiness on hold, focus on personal progress, and be grateful for life's blessings.

Laughter-Laced Lessons in Resilience and Happiness

Key Takeaways of this episode include:

Toxic beliefs and negative labels will always exist, but you don’t have to let them dominate your mindset.
Each of us has the capacity to choose gratitude and enjoy our voyage through life.
Make the choice to shift your mind to focus on what is working instead of what isn’t.

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Reclaiming Your Mental Health at Work with Natasha Bowman

Struggling with mental health can feel like an isolating journey, but Natasha Bowman's story serves as a beacon of hope and resilience. Her tale is one of vulnerability and strength, as she navigates the precarious waters of professional identity, self-worth, and mental health, particularly under the harsh spotlight of the pandemic.

As we explore the pages of Natasha's eye-opening book, "Crazy AF: How to Go from Being Burnt Out, Unhappy and Unmotivated to Reclaiming Your Mental Health at Work," we uncover the stigmatized world of mental illness in the workplace and the importance of self-care over the glorified hustle culture. Natasha's experience provides a roadmap for balancing our personal and professional lives, advocating for a work-life harmony that prioritizes our health and relationships.

Shattering the Silence on Corporate Mental Well-being

Natasha doesn't shy away from the less spoken truths of the corporate world, as we unwrap the significance of her viral LinkedIn post that shattered the silence on mental health struggles. Natasha's insights into the transformation that follows public vulnerability, coupled with her push to redefine work-life harmony and the art of boundary-setting, are nothing short of empowering.

Our discussion broadens to include practical advice for anyone feeling the weight of juggling life's demands, highlighting why it's crucial to discern which balls are glass and which are plastic in the juggle of life's responsibilities.

From Burnout to Balance with Bipolar Disorder

[04:54] - Embracing Mental Wellness - Confronting stigma around mental illness, advocating for self-care, and setting boundaries for mental health in the workplace.

[24:31] - Self-Care Over Hustle Culture – How personal crisis led to reevaluating success, embracing self-care, and valuing moments and relationships over material possessions.

[37:52] - Book Launch Strategies and Mistakes - Pitfalls in book marketing, pre-launch strategy, provocative titles, leveraging networks, creative control, and the necessity of strategic sales.

[49:38] - Success and Self-Care in Business - Celebrating the incredible journey and success following the release of Natasha’s influential book and the opportunities it created for her.

Crafting Success Through Vulnerability and Self-Care in Business

Beyond personal battles, Natasha discusses the strategic side of using books as a vehicle for professional growth. She candidly shares the ups and downs of book launches, the benefits of self-publishing, and how her writing journey has intertwined with her speaking and consulting career.

Whether you're a mental health advocate, an entrepreneur, or simply someone looking to find balance in the chaos, this episode is a profound exploration of how embracing our struggles can forge a path to success and fulfillment, both in and out of the office.

Key Takeaways of this episode include:

A mental illness diagnosis doesn’t mean your career is over. It can be a source of strength rather than a setback.
It’s okay to “be more disappointing” and redefine what work-life harmony looks like for you.
Self-advocacy and creating spaces for employees to share their story is key to normalizing mental health conversations in the workplace.

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Redefining Your Social Life with Sober Curiosity

New Year’s Eve is often synonymous with blowout parties and champagne toasts, but for Hillary Sheinbaum, a serendipitous New Year’s Eve bet threw her into a sober curious lifestyle that’s both hilarious and enlightening.

Hillary, a New York Times journalist and author of "The Dry Challenge," shares her accidental yet transformational journey into a world where non-alcoholic beverages are rapidly gaining popularity. Throughout the episode, we sip on non-alcoholic treats like the craft cocktail Curious Number One Pomegranate Negroni and a raspberry gin alternative, and we explore the role they play in redefining social drinking norms.

Laughter and Libations: A Look into Dry Socializing

[10:57] - Navigating Sobriety and Dating - Challenges and strategies of giving up alcohol, addiction transference, sober months, dry dating, and societal reactions.

[24:24] - Changing Perspectives on Alcohol and Culture - Exploring the Sober Curious movement, social media’s influence on the rise of sobriety awareness among youth, acknowledging changes in social habits and a trend towards kindness and political awareness.

[30:51] - Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Trends and Events - Catering to the non-alcoholic trend, creating inclusive social settings, business investments and ethical journalism in the zero-proof market.

[41:06] - Enjoying Specialty Drinks and Sober October - Enjoying non-alcoholic spirits, Sober October challenge, and positive experiences of taking a break from alcohol.

Navigating the Social Labyrinth of Society

We share insights on managing social pressure around alcohol, the significance of a support network, and the mixed reactions one might face when opting for a sober lifestyle. Exploring the notion of 'dry dating' as a litmus test for compatibility, we shed light on the potential red and green flags that become more apparent in the absence of alcohol's influence.

We delve into the cultural shift surrounding alcohol consumption, especially among the younger generation, and the rise of non-alcoholic cocktail trends. We spotlight businesses and establishments that are innovating within the non-alcoholic space, along with the impact of social media influencers and public figures in amplifying sobriety awareness. Finally, we emphasize the need for self-kindness and how taking a break from alcohol through events like Dry January and Sober October can lead to a refreshing and eye-opening experience.

Key Takeaways of this episode include:

The Sober Curious movement is changing the landscape of drinking.
It is crucial to have a support system and self-acceptance when dealing with peer pressure surrounding alcohol.
Sobriety awareness can influence a societal shift towards inclusivity and investments in a zero-proof market.

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