Sharpen Your Sword

Dr. Steven Hayes is a Professor of Psychology in the Behavior Analysis Program at the University of Nevada and the author of 46 books and nearly 650 scientific articles.  He is especially known for his work on "Acceptance and Commitment Therapy" or "ACT" which is one of the most widely used and researched new methods of psychological intervention over the last 20 years.  Dr. Hayes has received several national awards, such as the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy.  His popular book Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life for a time was the best-selling self-help book in the United States, and his new book A Liberated Mind has been recently released to wide acclaim. His TEDx talks have been viewed by over 600,000 people, and he is ranked among the most cited psychologists in the world.   Some things we talk about –– The ACT method (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) How to stop identifying with negative thoughts and emotions The "Defusion" technique for taking power away from those negative thoughts Perfectionism, people pleasing and my unlearning process with those traits Ways to address fear and anxiety and if we can really reframe anxiety as excitement when it comes to speaking or performing.   Connect with Dr. Steven Hayes: Website: https://stevenchayes.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevenchayesphd/ TEDx Talks: Psychological Flexibility // Mental Brakes to Avoid Mental Breaks The ACT Tool Kit: https://stevenchayes.com/my-act-toolkit/ Books: https://stevenchayes.com/books/     Connect with Brock: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brockevanrichard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brockrichard_  

Katarina Gleisberg is a mindfulness educator, coach, and co-creator of the "Calm During Chaos" Mindfulness course alongside Nathan Todd who was on the podcast a few episodes ago. After teaching students of various ages in three countries, she was struck by the commonality that students of all backgrounds showed greater attention, calm, productivity, and collaboration after a short mindfulness practice.  She then evolved her teaching focus to spread mindfulness and its holistic health benefits including greater attention, compassion, stress-relief, life satisfaction, empowerment, and even strengthened immunity. She wants us all to know that mindfulness can be practiced anywhere, any time, free of charge by anyone.   In this episode we talk about ––   –– How she discovered mindfulness in her professional life   –– The TAPS (Total and perfect silence) technique and the impact of mindfulness in kids with different personality types   –– What mindfulness is NOT   –– The two wings of mindfulness    –– How she inadvertently wound up in the local newspaper      –– The R.A.I.N. technique for starting to process emotions   Connect with Katarina: "Calm During Chaos" Mindfulness eCourse: https://bit.ly/2ygmGqP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katarinagleisberg/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2b2F6lyEUK9P0U_BIIAXOA Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/katarinagleisberg/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Katarina-Gleisberg-Mindful-Teaching-207630459925723/?modal=admin_todo_tour LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katarina-gleisberg-19b466a8/ Website: ellteachershare.com   Connect with Brock: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brockevanrichard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brockrichard_

Zack Alexander has been on quite the healing journey as you'll hear in this episode. We actually went to the same high school but never really had a conversation until our paths crossed on Instagram a couple weeks ago so we decided to sit down and record a podcast.  Zack is a Holistic Life Coach who incorporates a Trauma-Informed approach to his practices. He uses a number of alternative therapies including spiritual awakening counseling, mindfulness/meditative techniques, somatic healing and reiki/energy healing.   Some things we talk about ––   His 4 Year battle with a mystery illness which was eventually diagnosed as schistosomiasis   The realization he had that allowed him to be resilient through that process   How he was opened up alternative healing modalities   His message to those who are skeptics about chakras, meridians and energy healing   How to reconcile generational conditioning, programming and trauma   Why the collective nervous system has gone haywire and what to do about it     Masculine vs. Feminine Energy    What is spiritual bypassing?    Connect with Zack:    Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/zaenergetics YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCws8TrW-KsBCM8vB552MZpw Website | https://www.zaenergetics.com   Connect with Brock:     Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/brockevanrichard Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/brockrichard_ Twitter | https://twitter.com/brockrich    

Chris Delaney is someone I've only known for a few months, but have already learned so much from. He's one of the most intentional people I've ever met when it comes to his work. His mission is to consciously change the way humanity learns and connects globally through the platform, Life Unchained, cofounded by him and his partner Danielle. ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Chris is a also speaker, mentor, business advisor, and outspoken advocate for men's mental health.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Prior to this, Chris was an award winning sales and leadership trainer for small businesses and in the Fortune 500 spaces.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ We discuss a lot of topics in this episode which could all be an episode of their own, so I guarantee I'll be having him back on in the future.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣   Some things we talked about ––   His advice on dealing with fear   What the spiritual journey really is and what "awakening" can look like   The most important questions we should be asking ourselves…   What our shadow is and where do we start with understanding it and incorporating it?   Why "ego death" is not the proper terminology to use    His experience of being dead for a few minutes   This is officially my longest podcast to date, so I hope you guys are enjoying the long form style of these episodes because that's how I feel that we can learn the most from those I get to connect with.   Connect with Chris:   Facebook –– https://www.facebook.com/chris.delaney.370515 https://www.facebook.com/trivibecollective/   Instagram –– https://www.instagram.com/trivibecollective/ https://www.instagram.com/yourlifeunchained/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/yourlifeunchained   Website –– https://yourlifeunchained.com https://www.intentionalconnector.com     Connect with Brock:   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/brockevanrichard   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/brockrichard_   Twitter | https://twitter.com/brockrich   Resources Mentioned:   Conscious Competence Learning Model Wim Hof Method 75 Hard Principles by Ray Dalio  

What is the antidote to fear? I don't mean to break your heart, but I don't have the answer. I do share some thoughts though around what I believe can help us dispel the virus called fear. There are ways in which fear serves us and absolutely has a purpose, but more often than not, it lives in the future and around a narrative that we're not going to be okay. That perceived future looks different for everyone, but as I see so many affected by this, myself included, I weigh in on a few things that might serve us when we're experiencing this low vibration energy.   Connect with Brock:   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/brockevanrichard Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/brockrichard_ Twitter | https://twitter.com/brockrich  

Neal Phalora has built quite a resumé for himself. He is a serial entrepreneur, published speaker, and relationship coach.  Neal became interested in human behavior and the mind at a very young age which is what really informed his path today. He takes his 10 year background in life coaching and brain science to help his clients with what he calls TheBrainWarrior Method, and he helps visionaries and leaders have better relationships with themselves and the people they serve.   Some things we talk about ––   –– What he's been able to lean on during this period of uncertainty   –– Why positive thinking isn't enough by itself   –– Why we as humans have such a hard time receiving   –– What it means to be "Compassionately Curious"   –– Networking and relationship building advice   Neal is a salt of the earth guy all around and it really comes through in this interview, so I really hope you enjoy.   Connect with Neal:   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/phalora Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thebrainwarrior/ Website | https://www.thebrainwarrior.com/     Connect with Brock:   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/brockevanrichard Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/brockrichard_ Twitter | https://twitter.com/brockrich

Nathan Todd has honed a pretty incredible gift. He considers himself the loneliness eradicator but beyond that, he is able to connect with people in a way that allows them to open up the window to their souls and he creates an incredibly safe environment to do so. He was born with cerebral palsy and spent the first six weeks of his life in the hospital with everyone unsure if he was going to make it but I'm super grateful that he did. Nathan has aspirations to share his story on stages all over the world and I have no doubt that it will happen. Some things we talk about: — What he suggests for the those who are feeling especially lonely during this time — The challenges that have come with living with cerebral palsy but also how he has made the decision to view his disability as his advantage — A common misconception about his condition and how we can bring more awareness and understanding to it — How he was able to embrace himself as the guy in the wheelchair I'm extremely fortunate to call Nathan a friend and I'm excited for this opportunity to help spread his message.    Connect with Nathan:   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/thelonelinesscoach/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thelonelinesscoach/ Book | Empower Yourself: Awaken the B.E.A.S.T Within   Connect with Brock:   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/brock.richard.56 Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/brockrichard_ Twitter | https://twitter.com/brockrich

Oleg Lougheed is an all around amazing human being. This is a dude who had every reason to identify as a victim in his life but time and time again he chose to believe in the potential that he was one more person, one more question, or one more day away from getting what he wanted. From relinquishing his parents rights at 9 years old and checking himself into an orphanage in Russia, to eventually finding himself in here in the states where he had to adjust to a new culture, a new language and a new way of life. He still viewed it all as a window of opportunity as he goes on to share. His life is the ultimate story of resilience. Some things I ask him are –– how long it took him to reframe the victim mentality, what some of the beliefs he had to let go of were and how he is cultivating resilience during this time. We also talk a lot about the importance of cultivating new relationships, as well as deepening those that already exist. We go pretty deep in this conversation and there are some gold nuggets that I know I'll hang onto for years to come.    Connect with Oleg: Website | https://www.overcomingodds.today Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/overcomingodds.today/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/overcomingodds Podcast | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-overcoming-odds-podcast/id1292465138 Oleg's TEDx Talk | https://youtu.be/D6WuBhe9ajk   Connect with Brock: Website | https://www.brockrichard.com Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/brock.richard.56 Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/brockrichard_ Twitter | https://twitter.com/brockrich   Links Mentioned –– The Oprah Video This Is Marketing by Seth Godin

As we continue to face a lot of unknown in the world and in our lives, the most important thing we can do is take care of our mental, physical and emotional health. The future will forever be uncertain regardless of the circumstances. So the best thing that we can do is optimize our experience today, and in this moment instead of waiting for some future reality for us to be happy and fulfilled. That's why on this episode, I did my best to break down five ways in which I have supported my well-being during this challenging time that we're in.  Connect with Brock: Website | https://www.brockrichard.com Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/brock.richard.56 Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/brockrichard_ Twitter | https://twitter.com/brockrich  

Sarah Cook is someone who I recently met through a mutual friend and after we instantly connected over a 30 minute conversation on the phone, I found that we shared a lot of common ground and I knew she had several gems to share with the world. Sarah has been an entrepreneur now for over 8 years and is sharing her gifts by way of speaking, coaching and blogging. She helps teach women who are new business owners – and also those who are already established – everything they need to know around how to set their business up for 6-figure revenue. If you're a dude listening though, then have no fear because there's still a lot to gain from Sarah's journey and everything she shares. We talk about what her process of self discovery looked like and what led her to start traveling to run away from her problems and seeking for happiness outside of herself. We also get into what other inner work she did, including seeing a therapist and walking down the path to sobriety. Finally, I ask her what the biggest lie that she's told herself about herself is which is a question I believe that we should all ask ourselves. Enjoy! Connect with Sarah:  Website | https://www.sarahrebeccacook.com Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/sarahcookcoaching Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/sarahrebeccacook   Connect with Brock: Website | https://www.brockrichard.com Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/brock.richard.56 Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/brockrichard_ Twitter | https://twitter.com/brockrich

Gina Molinari is someone that I have a very special admiration for and I first met her in a podcast mastermind that I was a part of before I launched this show. I knew that she was a powerhouse right off the bat and it comes as no surprise that she is doing the things that she is which is marketing strategy, coaching people on public speaking and helping them gain more confidence, consistency and clarity and she is even a keynote speaker herself. Even if you don't strive to be on stages, give speeches or be a singer, Gina still has so much value to offer. Some of the strategies and techniques that she shares can be applied in everyday life, a job interview, a first date or even regular conversation. She talks all about how we can pull ourselves together if we're feeling some anxiety before we have to speak and it's all eyes on us, and also how to take the focus off of yourself in those moments. She also discusses why credibility has little to do with degrees and certifications, the most rewarding part of her practice, and what was one of the most formative moments of her life –– singing the national anthem at Nationwide Arena.   Connect with Gina:  Website | https://www.ginamolinari.com Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/theginamo Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/theginamo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/theginamo/   Connect with Brock: Website | https://www.brockrichard.com Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/brock.richard.56 Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/brockrichard_ Twitter | https://twitter.com/brockrich

On this episode I address the current state of everything happening in the world, my response to it, my opinions and some ways I have been getting through these trying times. I hope you get something valuable out of this episode and as always, I would love to have a conversation with you on my social channels or if we're already homies, shoot me a call or a text and we can chat it up. Stay well and healthy everyone.  Connect with Brock: Website | https://www.brockrichard.com Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/brock.richard.56 Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/brockrichard_ Twitter | https://twitter.com/brockrich  

On this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with my aunt Cheryl while she was visiting Arizona and talking to her all about the life resumé that she has created for herself, alongside her late husband and my uncle Bill. Together they have traveled all over the world, experienced different cultures, foods and taught some cooking classes along the way as well. They have upwards of 20 cookbooks which have sold over 2 million copies collectively and they have won 4 James Beard Awards. Some things we talk about are —  Why cooking brings her so much joy, and also the advice she would give to someone like me who sees it as more of a "chore"   What the most rewarding part about her journey has been   How she continued to follow this passion despite the passing of Bill   Her advice for someone wanting to take the leap from their full time job to work freelance and go all in on their passion   All of this and more, including a tangent about chickens and eggs. I had a lot of fun with this one and I've wanted to make it happen for a long time, so I really hope you enjoy.   Connect with Cheryl:  Website | https://excitedaboutfood.com Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/excitedaboutfood/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/excitedaboutfood/ Connect with Brock: Website | https://www.brockrichard.com Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/brock.richard.56 Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/brockrichard_ Twitter | https://twitter.com/brockrich

On this episode, I share with you my three M's that have been the most impactful for me to implement as daily practices in an effort to get a little bit better mentally, physically and spiritually. Life can be immensely challenging and these three practices can be some of your best tools in the face of even in the deepest trenches of hardship. Connect with Brock: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/brockrichard_ Twitter | https://www.twitter.com/brockrich Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/brock.richard.56  

On today's episode, I share a story about a conversation that I had with my manager that made me come to a realization of a small detail that would allow me to be more effective in the things that I want to accomplish. I also pay my respects and share a story about Kobe Bryant that has always stuck with me. Rest in peace to one of the greats of our time, a leader by every definition of the word and a man who's legacy will carry on for generations to come.  --------------------------- Instagram @brockrichard_ Twitter @BrockRich Facebook https://www.facebook.com/brock.richard.56

Happy New Year fam! On this episode, I share the top 5 lessons that learned in 2019 — 1. If I don't have my health, then I don't have much else 2. Create winning habits 3. Your environment is everything 4. Make time for your hobbies 5. Go all in on your fears until they disappear Thanks for listening!

On this podcast, I got to sit down with my buddy Anthony Snow who is easily one of the most genuine, authentic and purposeful people I've ever known. He's also the author of the soon-to-be book Embrace Fatherhood, which is coming very soon. He has a unique way of viewing life that's given me a lot to reflect on and you'll quickly realize that throughout the course of this podcast as well, especially towards the end. Some things Snow talks about — The biggest thing that becoming a father has taught him The importance of being honorable in everything you do How he cultivated confidence within himself The dangers of "situationships" Whether or not you can know if someone is right for you within the first interaction How to stop caring so much about what other people think   I had a lot of fun on this one because as I mention, I didn't prepare a single question in advance for this episode, but I knew I wouldn't have to and you'll see exactly why. Enjoy!

Nikki Metzger is not only a Nike Trainer, owner of her own gym here in Scottsdale, and the 2015 Women's Health Magazine's "Next Fitness Star," but she is just an all around incredible human being. She's super friendly and approachable but equally as disciplined, motivated and inspiring. It's been amazing to see the culture and community that she's been able to create at her gym, and to hear her story and everything that came before it.  Some questions I ask are — "What would you say to someone who maybe wants to open a gym one day or start a business around their passion but they just don't know where to start?" "What's a mindset you have or a mantra that you always come back to when you're dealing with adversity or something challenging?" "How can we maintain our mental health while pursuing our fitness goals?" I had such a great time on this podcast, so I really hope you enjoy this one as well, and I'm really looking forward to taking some more classes at her gym and surrounding myself with the contagious positive energy that she creates.   Connect with Nikki: Instagram @nikkimetzger // @scottsdalebodi Website www.scottsdalebodi.com   Connect with Brock: Instagram @brockrichard_ Twitter @BrockRich Facebook https://www.facebook.com/brock.richard.56

Today's episode features me, myself and I as I bring you my second solo episode of the podcast! On this episode, I talk about my 5 biggest mindset shifts, how they have made a difference in my life and have allowed me to have more inner peace and make for a better life experience overall. I almost didn't share this one since I talked about some things that I had a lot of insecurity around for a long time, and I'm still not comfortable speaking for long periods of time and I had to really let go of perfection as you'll also learn about in this episode. But as I mention, it's selfish for me to hold back personal stories of mine if they have the potential to help someone else on their journey.  I really kept you as the listener in mind for this one and it took me a lot to step in front of my ego and and just speak my mind about some of the most important mindset shifts that I've made throughout my 26 years of life. I hope you enjoy!

On this episode, I got to sit down with Jason Euler who is in talent management and partnerships with Relentless Beats who put on over 200 events per year including Phoenix Lights, Decadence and Gold Rush here in Arizona. Jason is one of the most intentional and purpose driven people that I've come across and it's my pleasure to introduce to him if you don't know who he is already. We talk about how he started his first business by accident which would help him transition out of a corporate 9-5, and how he was able to let go of his stereotypical view of dance music culture and is now building a life for himself within and around it. We also talk about why he places so much importance in helping the youth, especially those who are at risk or in underprivileged areas. Jason also touches on the difference between happiness and joy, and why he's after one of those and not the other. I'm super stoked for you to hear this one, Jason drops some serious truth so I really hope you enjoy.   Connect with Jason: Instagram @JasonEulerMGMT Twitter @JasonEulerMGMT Facebook www.facebook.com/JasonEulerMGMT/ Website www.jasoneuler.biz   Connect with Brock: Instagram @brockrichard_ Twitter @BrockRich Facebook https://www.facebook.com/brock.richard.56