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There will always be room for growth. What you just need is an open mind to welcome transformation towards a better and more authentic you. In this Get Yourself Optimized episode, Ben Saltzman walks us through the enneagram types and how they transform after finding out who they really are. Ben is an enneagram expert, Fortune 500 leadership trainer, coach to thought leaders, iconic change-makers, and superior court judges. He’s dived deep into each of the nine types and understood how they can be before and after transformation. If you want to learn more about the enneagram types and how you can become a better you, tune in to this eye-opening episode today! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/315

Technology has made it possible for us to prevent diseases even before they have a chance to wreak havoc on our bodies. By understanding and analyzing our DNA, we can now develop better habits towards lowering our risk for chronic diseases and other issues. Thanks to Kashif Khan, this episode is packed with insights on how we can do just that. As the CEO of The DNA Company, Kashif gives insights to reverse and prevent chronic diseases. He goes above and beyond to discover how a person’s genetic makeup affects every bit of their life. Know how to hack your DNA and transform your life as he explains how it all works. Join us today! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/314

Have you ever had strong gut feelings you just ignored? Don’t worry, it’s pretty common for people to take time in trusting their intuition. Lucky for us, Peter Antoniou helps us do just that. Today, he walks us through how we can slowly trust our gut, read people’s minds and understand why divination and tarot are so much more than just predictions of the future. Highly sought, Peter’s theatre shows sell out as soon as they’re made available. He’s performed for blue-chip companies and theatre crowds, where he tells jokes and fortunes live. He reads the mind of his audience. You can obtain a wealth of knowledge in divination and tarot, tune in as he teaches us how to use these for creative thinking, personal progress, and achievement. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/313

Life feels a lot lighter when you’re compassionate and focused on your own path. We’ll never know every person’s story which is why being uncritical allows space for understanding and authenticity when we interact with other souls. In this episode, Aaron Scotti helps us cultivate a posture of compassion. Aaron is an actor and producer, with his recent production, The Peanut Butter Falcon movie. As co-presenter and co-creator, he infuses a spiritual coaching and leadership program into his enlightening podcast, The Awakened Soul. He’s striving to overcome his judgemental tendencies and shares how to develop compassion for others. Finding light and the hand of God wherever he goes, he’s here to help us transform the way we think. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/312

Running a successful business doesn’t always mean you need to manage it 24/7. Gone are the days where success equates to leaving no room for rest. Instead, it’s time you create a meaningful life outside your work. Today, Allison Maslan shares practical tips to make your business self-managing and self-multiplying. Allison is the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of Scale or Fail, endorsed by Daymond John and Barbara Corcoran. She’s built ten companies since she was 19 and is the founder of Pinnacle Global Network, where she and her team help CEOs scale their companies and fast-track their success. Tune in to hear her miraculous stories and meditation habits that make her the successful woman she is today. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/311

We all can communicate with those who have passed on; we just need to develop the skill. Karen Noé joins me today and shares practical advice on meditating, clearing chakras, and hearing messages from the other side. Experience oneness as she shares powerful stories of how she’s helped people receive signs from their loved ones. Karen is the founder of Angel Quest Center, a renowned psychic medium, spiritual counselor, and alternative healer with a two-year waiting list. She’s the author of Your Life After Their Death, Through the Eyes of Another, The Rainbow Follows the Storm and We Consciousness. She’s the master of raising vibrations to the energy of angels and connecting with the dead. Don’t miss this episode if you want to learn how to develop your ability to communicate with the other side. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/310

Our bodies are capable of infinitely healing themselves when we immediately address the root causes of our complications. But healing is not just limited to the medications and therapies we get from hospitals. It’s also about digging deep and establishing a solid bond with our spirituality. Today, Dr. Donese Worden joins me as she shares the importance of having a spiritual connection to your healing. Dr. Worden is a physician, researcher, and global health educator who seamlessly bridges science and spirituality. Bringing unique modalities and therapies to the United States, she’s now a  renowned vanguard of integrated medicine. She believes anybody can experience infinite healing once you tap into your spiritual energy. Sharing her powerful encounter and a unique meditation exercise, tune in to understand the fundamental connection between science and spirituality. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/309

Gardening has always been challenging for people who think they can’t keep a plant alive. But, there’s so much more to this pastime than just tending to flowers and leaves. Who knew getting your hands dirty can teach you the meaning of life and how to realign with your beliefs? Fran Sorin joins me on today’s episode as she talks about her gardening journey and how it’s genuinely one of the best forms of therapy in the world. As a gardening evangelist, author, coach, and entrepreneur, Sorin has helped countless individuals experience healthier and more joyful lives through gardening. Her belief that we all possess the innate ability to achieve our goals and realign our beliefs towards positivity stems from what she has discovered in nature. Tune in today to learn how you can maximize gardening for personal growth. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/308

You probably have a ‘Someday When project’ you’ve been setting aside because of fear and other priorities. Somehow, it’s never come to life because the perfect day to get started has yet to come. But what if someone tells you that you can start by just taking a few steps? Kristin Swanson joins me for today’s episode where she shares how to recognize your fears and start building momentum towards making these projects happen. Swanson is a breast cancer survivor and Coaches Institute trained coach who has helped Thought Leaders execute their Someday When projects. She knows the right tools to get you started and get rid of the blockages that stop you from achieving your goals. Realizing that we only live once, she shares how to overcome the fears that prevent us from starting these projects and our dreams. Tune in today! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/307

Influencing people means you can make them say, “Yes” to just about anything. As someone who understands the power of influence, I know just how important it is to master these principles. It’s not just about who you are, it’s about how you use that to build your credibility and arguments. On today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Robert Cialdini who shares how using the right words and strategies can help you move people in your direction.  Cialdini is the author behind New York Times bestselling books Influence and Pre-Suasion. These books have sold more than 7,000,000 copies in 44 different countries combined. His new book, New and Expanded Influence, recently came out where he dives into the Principle of Persuasion. Spoiler alert, he doesn’t believe in tricks and schemes to persuade people. So, tune in to this episode as he shares how you can get that, “Yes” using only real and proven strategies. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/306

Up until my spiritual awakening in 2012, I was always very skeptical and close-minded. I was definitely one of those people who needed a spooky, yet real, proof to shake me awake. As I practice the willing suspension of disbelief, I feel like I’m coming home. Corin Grillo joins me on today’s episode, sharing how she puts herself out there to help people and how you can change your view on everything by being open to something extraordinary. When Corin finally decided to stop holding back and just be open about her belief in angels, it was fascinating to see how quickly people started lighting up. Since then, she has helped countless others, including CEOs, explore things they can’t really talk about. As a licensed psychotherapist and the author of the #1 best-selling book, The Angel Experiment, she now shares her life-changing miracle to people who seek it. Tune in as she talks about how you can connect with your spiritual realm and be yourself unapologetically. The show notes, including the transcript and ch

A considerable part of my self-development and transformation has had to do with discovering more about my spirituality. I always believe for one to be completely healthy, all the areas of the body: the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual must all be in sync. On today's episode, I am joined by Guy Sohm, someone who's been enlightened at the early age of five. When he was younger, his mother would always say, "you can help people heal by channeling energy." Guy started doing hands-on healing, then candle meditations, and learning about chakras. An interesting fact about Guy is he lives in a treehouse made from local and recycled materials. It has six levels and every level represents a chakra. He is a tantric teacher, artist, DJ, blogger, and former festival promoter focused on personal growth and awakening. If you're looking for a podcast episode that can help you learn more about meditation and awakening, or if you just want to relate to a spiritual conversation, this episode is for you. Tune in! The

The human brain is a structure so amazing that a famous scientist once called it, “the most complex thing we have yet discovered in our universe.” My guest today, Janet Doman, has been a pioneer in unlocking what is possible for brain-injured children with the work she has done as Director of The Institutes for the Achievement of Human Potential since 1980. In today’s episode, Janet addresses how children get labeled with 350 different “conditions” from Cerebral Palsy, autism, developmental delays, etc., but these are all symptoms that do not address the root cause of the disorganization to the central nervous symptom. It’s fascinating to learn that the brain needs stimulation and it needs opportunity—it grows by use. So without any further ado, on with a compelling episode of Get Yourself Optimized. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/303

Embracing change can open you up to living life to its fullest. My guest on today's show is Monica Berg, a self-professed change junkie. She is here to share her wisdom and impressive life experience working as Chief Communications Officer for Kabbalah Centre International. Monica is the author of Fear Is Not an Option and Rethink Love, and she co-hosts the Spiritually Hungry podcast with her husband, Michael Berg. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in creating a life that feels connected and fulfilling. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/302

Sometimes our worst enemy is ourselves, and the main culprit behind that is how our brains are wired. In this episode, my guest Divya Darling is all about befriending our brains. A great storyteller with a profound message, Divya is devoted to illuminating the wisdom within. Having researched the mysteries of the mind for decades, obtaining degrees in neuroscience, psychology, and cognitive sciences and being an avid yogi and philosopher, Divya serves as a Transformational Brain Trainer. Tune in to learn more about how to enlighten your heart and mind, so you live a baggage-free life. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/301

Today marks the 300th episode of Get Yourself Optimized! Almost six years of podcasting without missing a week is not an easy feat, but it is one of the most rewarding experiences. I have interviewed hundreds of inspirational people and learned a lot from these conversations. Some of these episodes have even given me a glimpse into the matrix, which inspired me to find a new mission. On the other hand, I want to take this opportunity to thank the listeners of my show. If you've been following the podcast since its early episodes, I want you to know that I am grateful for you. My listeners are the reason why I keep doing what I do. In this special episode, my lovely wife, Orion, joins me and we are going to talk more about it- what led me to the most impactful awakening of my life. I had a similar experience in 2012 in India, but my recent experiences have been different. Today I feel like I have a deeper insight into life and the universe. To hear the rest of my story, tune in! The show notes, including the t

Researchers and clinical psychologists, Drs. John and Julie Gottman, join me today for a highly informative Get Yourself Optimized episode. In this talk, we discuss the Four Horsemen of the Relationship Apocalypse: Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, and Stonewalling. Drs. John and Julie Gottman are the founders of The Gottman Institute and Affective Software, Inc. They created the Gottman Sound Relationship House theory and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. For an in-depth discussion on the Four Horsemen and their antidotes, domestic violence, gaslighting, and more, tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/299

The world we live in is governed by universal laws such as we live, we die, the sun rises, and birds fly. When we take time to understand what these truths convey we can see how they hold answers to our past, present, and future. We become masters of ourselves. On this Get Yourself Optimized episode, Dr. Frances Yahia joins me for an insightful conversation about The Kybalion, also known as the seven ancient principles of self-mastery. Dr. Yahia is a mental health counselor, akashic records reader, archetypal astrologer, podcast host, and college professor. If you're wondering how ancient beliefs help us shift our present mindset, tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/298

On today's Get Yourself Optimized episode, my guest Edward Haschke and I talk about the heart/brain connection. Did you know the heart is actually 5000x more electromagnetically charged than the brain? We discuss the importance of listening to your intuition because the more you do, the more magic and synchronicity start to show up in your life. As a photographer, filmmaker, and entrepreneur,  Edward is a relentless truth seeker and storyteller. For ways to accomplish ascension and higher vibration, join us. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/297

The truth of the world we live in and the power of how we perceive life is within our control. My guest on today's show is Carl Taylor, who wrote an excellent book called Becoming Bulletproof: Survive and Thrive in any Situation. Inspired by Superman as a kid, Carl wanted to write about letting those metaphorical bullets bounce off you. In this Get Yourself Optimized episode, Carl and I talk about how life is a story: whether the narrative is told by you or by someone else—what you choose to say or believe is simply a way of framing experiences. Tune in for a very insightful interview. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/296