The Knowing Podcast | Emotional Intelligence, Business Growth, Personal Development

What happens when you spend 2 months in a coma, face a near-death experience, and return with a new perspective on faith, family, and business? In this powerful episode of The Knowing Podcast, host Christene Marie sits down with Craig Andrews, a husband, survivor, Marine veteran, and marketing strategist, to unpack the life-changing lessons he’s learned about resilience, reconciliation, forgiveness, and building trust: both in relationships and in business. Craig’s story is a miracle. From being told he wouldn’t survive 24 hours, to awakening and rebuilding his life, Craig shares raw experiences that will inspire you to rethink what really matters. He also dives into the world of high-ticket marketing and why vulnerability and truth-telling are the secret ingredients to building lasting trust with clients. ✨ Whether you’re navigating relationships, running a business, or simply trying to live with more intention, this conversation will leave you with tools, hope, and a fresh sense of perspective. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:20 Podcast Intro 0:59 Craig Andrews Introduction  1:49 The day everything changed: Craig’s near-death covid story 7:56 Dreams, coma, and distorted reality 13:01 How the near-death experience reframed marriage & relationships 20:17 Reconciliation, forgiveness, and letting go of bitterness 24:24 Splinters in marriage: toothpaste, toilet paper & small annoyances 35:44 Ripples in a pond: prioritizing relationships 43:43 Marketing: emotional bonds with customers 55:29 Vulnerability and flaws build trust 58:50 Why charging creates transformation & accountability   CTA's 📚 Craig and Karen Andrew's Book: Hope That Won't Die  https://www.amazon.com/Hope-That-Wont-Die-Survivors/dp/1991123256 📚 Craig's Andrew's Book: Make Sales Magical: https://www.amazon.com/Make-Sales-Magical-Faster-Higher/dp/1991123280  🔔 Don’t miss future episodes: Subscribe and hit the bell  👉 Share this video with someone who needs hope or encouragement  👉 Comment below: What’s one takeaway from Craig’s story that inspired you?  📣 Listen to the full podcast on all platforms: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-knowing-podcast-emotional-intelligence-business/id1779161225   🔖 #KnowingPodcast #CraigAndrews #EmotionalIntelligence #MarriageAdvice #Entrepreneurship #FaithAndBusiness #Forgiveness #Resilience     📲Follow + 📌Connect with The Knowing Podcast: 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on Instagram: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on TickTock: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Learn more at: https://www.theknowingagency.com/ 🔹 Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/ 🔹 Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/   🙌 Guest Bio – Craig Andrews Craig Andrews is the founder and Principal Ally of allies4me, a marketing agency helping businesses with high-ticket offers (from $20K to $2M) stand out, build trust, and attract their ideal clients. After a near-death experience that left him in a coma for two months, Craig now combines personal resilience with professional expertise to help entrepreneurs create offers that resonate and transform. 🌐 Website: https://allies4me.com 🌐 https://hopethatwontdie.com/our-story/ 📚 Craig and Karen Andrew's Book: Hope That Won't Die  https://www.amazon.com/Hope-That-Wont-Die-Survivors/dp/1991123256 📚 Craig's Andrew's Book: Make Sales Magical: https://www.amazon.com/Make-Sales-Magical-Faster-Higher/dp/1991123280 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-andrews/ 🐦 Twitter/X: @allies4me

What does true reconciliation look like? With ourselves, with others, and with God? In this powerful episode of The Knowing Podcast, host Christene Marie sits down with Dustin Reichmann, entrepreneur, husband, father, and founder of Seven Figure Leap, to explore emotional healing, forgiveness, sobriety, and presence. Dustin shares his journey of growing up in hardship, finding faith, reconciling with his father, and how he now helps others transform their lives and businesses through community, values, and vulnerability. Christene and Dustin dive deep into themes of identity, trauma, letting go of control, and living fully in the present moment. 🕒 Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:36 Podcast Intro 1:16 Guest Intro 4:00 Our Top Values Come From Vacuums 11:22 Forgiveness Vs. Reconciliation 17:38 "You're A Miracle"  How Community Helps With Healing 22:47 From Unresolved Pain to Learning Core Values 28:45 The "75 Hard" Challenge  38:42 Letting Go of Control and The Need to “Know” 42:10 Presence as the Antidote to Anxiety 46:15 Healing and Forgiveness through Faith and Release 51:45 How to Connect with Dustin & Closing Reflections 📘 Free Resource from Dustin Want to get clear on what truly drives you? Download Dustin’s complimentary PDF exercise: “Understanding My Values.” Inside, you’ll find: Explore a list of potential values Circle the ones that resonate with you Narrow your list down to 20… then 10… then 5 Discover your 5 Core Values — the foundation for your decisions, relationships, and leadership 👉 Download the free PDF here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZqPMCR5rVAmIZ9_76FdPQDy5fsJSGg_t/view?usp=drive_link ♠️75 Day Hard Challenge Discussed in Episode: https://andyfrisella.com/blogs/articles/what-is-75-hard 📚Books Recommended in this Conversation: Immortal Diamond by Richard Rohr 💡 If this conversation resonated, subscribe for more deep talks on emotional intelligence, faith, relationships, and business. 💬 Drop a comment below: What does reconciliation mean to you? 🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.   #TheKnowingPodcast #Reconciliation #HealingJourney #FaithAndBusiness #EmotionalIntelligence #Sobriety #Presence #Podcast 📲Follow + 📌Connect with The Knowing Podcast: 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on Instagram: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on TickTock: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Learn more at: https://www.theknowingagency.com/ 🔹 Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/ 🔹 Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/   🙌 Guest: Dustin Reichmann Dustin is the founder of Seven Figure Leap, a company helping entrepreneurs and leaders grow their businesses through community, podcasting, and relationship-driven strategies. After being featured on over 100 podcasts, Dustin is passionate about teaching others how to share their stories authentically and build deeper connections that fuel business growth. ✨ What Dustin offers: Podcast guest training and business growth strategy Community-driven programs for entrepreneurs Values-based leadership insights from real life experience Free Offer Core Values Exercise: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZqPMCR5rVAmIZ9_76FdPQDy5fsJSGg_t/view?usp=drive_link 🌐 Website: https://7figureleap.com/ Email: dustin@7figureleap.com  📧Book a complimentary strategy call here: https://7figureleap.com/call 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinriechmann/  

From breakdancing world championships to building multi-million-dollar companies, Joe Stolte has lived a life defined by bold moves, resilience, and vision. In this episode, Christene Marie and Joe dive deep into emotional intelligence, entrepreneurship, creating a vision bigger than yourself, and lessons learned from the edge—whether in business, parenting, or ju-jitsu.   🎙 Topics We Cover in This Episode: The boldest pickup line that led to 20 years of marriage Why most people don’t know their true desires (and how to find yours) Teaching entrepreneurship to a 5-year-old How ju-jitsu taught Joe to face life’s challenges head-on Building a vision that serves something greater than yourself Business success secrets: speed of implementation and saying “no” Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:12 The Knowing Podcast Intro 0:50 Joe Stolte Intro & Life Alignment Through Values 2:55 The Story of How Joe Met His Wife & His Breakdancing Career 8:18 Joe's Vision and Christ-Modeled Relationship Goals  17:57 Why Most of Us Aren’t Awake to Our Desires 25:27 Teaching a 5-Year-Old the Art of Entrepreneurship 34:00 How Far Can I Go? Curiosity as a Growth Driver 40:21 Ju-Jitsu Lesson: Turning Toward Your Problems 42:01 Creating a Vision Bigger Than Yourself 47:00 Business Lessons: Speed of Implementation & Focus 48:40 Final Reflections & Integration of Life + Business CTAs ✅ Subscribe to The Knowing Podcast for more inspiring conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKnowingPodcast 💬 Comment below: What’s one bold move you’ve made that changed your life? 🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode. 📚 Books Recommended in this Episode: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Hashtags #TheKnowingPodcast #JoeStolte #Entrepreneurship #Vision #LifeLessons #SelfAwareness #Motivation #BusinessTips #PersonalGrowth #Relationships #Parenting #Mindset   📲Follow + 📌Connect with The Knowing Podcast: 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on Instagram: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on TickTock: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Learn more at: https://www.theknowingagency.com/ 🔹 Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/ 🔹 Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/ 🙋‍♂️ Guest Bio — Joe Stolte Joe Stolte is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and speaker with over 20 years of experience building and scaling businesses. He’s a five-time founder with three successful exits and is currently working on his fourth. Joe’s unique journey began as a professional breakdancer, winning two world titles with the Massive Monkeys crew and helping bring breaking to the Olympics. Today, Joe blends his passion for entrepreneurship, emotional intelligence, and performance coaching to help individuals and companies achieve their highest potential. He’s the CEO of Daily AI, a platform helping small businesses and thought leaders create AI-powered newsletters for their audiences. 🌐 Website: https://daily.ai/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephstolte/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joestoltelive/

In this episode of The Knowing Podcast, Christene Marie sits down with Hal Kramer, an Air Force veteran turned assisted living entrepreneur, who is radically reshaping what end-of-life care can look like. From helping wheelchair-bound residents walk again to confronting the overlooked emotional pain in aging adults, Hal’s approach flips the traditional system on its head. His secret? Asking one simple question: “What are your goals?” Together, they explore: How chronic illness is treated as permanent Why insulin resistance may be at the root of most modern disease The link between nutrition, clarity, and recovery Why fatigue and fear stop high performers from improving How business can be restructured around empathy Whether you’re caring for a loved one, questioning the healthcare system, or curious about what’s possible when we listen deeper—this episode is for you. ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 – You Don’t Need Assisted Living? 01:58 – How Hal & Christene Met on a Plane 03:00 – Hal’s Vision for Transforming End-of-Life Care 06:00 – The Man Who Walked Again After 7 Months 10:35 – Assisted Living vs. Living at Home 13:00 – Hal’s Air Force & Manufacturing Background 18:12 – Fatigue Makes Cowards of Us All 23:10 – Designing Business Around the Customer’s True Goal 28:00 – Stories of Recovery: From Wheelchairs to Walking 35:30 – Emotional Roots of Aging Behavior 44:00 – Food Policy, Nutrition, and Public Health 52:45 – Simplifying Food for Mental Clarity 📢 CTAs: 💡 Loved this episode? Subscribe to hear more honest, transformative conversations that blend emotional intelligence with business, health, and legacy. 🖤 Leave a comment below if this shifted your thinking. 🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss a drop of wisdom.   🧠 Hashtags: #TheKnowingPodcast #HalKramer #AssistedLivingReform #EmotionalIntelligence #HealthyAging #ChronicIllnessReversal #VeteranLeadership #KnowYourself #HealthcareInnovation #CarnivoreDiet #IntermittentFasting #AgingWithDignity   📲Follow + 📌Connect with The Knowing Community: 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on Instagram: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on TickTock: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Learn more at: https://www.theknowingagency.com/ 🔹 Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/ 🔹 Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/   🔗 Guest Bio: Hal Cranmer Hal Cranmer is a former Air Force pilot and the founder of A Paradise for Parents Assisted Living, a network of residential care homes in Arizona designed to offer seniors a better, more personalized quality of life. After spending over two decades in aerospace and manufacturing, Hal transitioned into elder care with a mission to create a different kind of assisted living experience—one where people get healthier and even return home. Guided by his military background and entrepreneurial spirit, Hal focuses on nutrition, movement, emotional healing, and dignity as cornerstones of care. He has helped residents reverse diabetes, regain mobility, and experience dramatic cognitive improvements—all while reducing dependence on medications and institutional models. “We’re not trying to keep people in assisted living. We’re helping them get well enough to go home.”  🔹 Website: https://aparadiseforparents.com/ 🔹 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/halcranmer/ 🔹 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/assisted_living_hal_cranmer/?hl=en

What if the truth isn’t fixed—but evolving? In this soul-stretching episode, Christene Marie sits down with content strategist and thought leader Atiba de Souza to unpack what it really means to know—yourself, your partner, and the stories that shape us. From how love languages change over time, to using AI for self-reflection, to a jaw-dropping fact about rocks producing oxygen… this conversation spans emotional intelligence, science, faith, and truth itself. Whether you're navigating relationships, leadership, or your own internal work, this episode will make you pause, question, and re-see everything.   ⏱️ Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:19 Podcast Intro 0:57 Atiba's Intro 5:40 When love languages shift: Listening with new ears 10:00 "The lens of knowing" and being misunderstood 15:00 The changing love languages with your kids 21:20 AI, trauma, intuition, and the body’s signals 28:30 Rocks make oxygen?! Science and spiritual perspective 32:06 Faith, belief, and moral absolutes 43:48 Seeing others clearly: Closed vs open perspectives 51:30 Why truth needs movement to stay alive 59:25 “He could have…”: Regret and living fully 1:01:36 Final reflections: Humility, honesty, and becoming   👉 Like, comment, and subscribe to join the Knowing movement 🧠 Share this with someone who values emotional intelligence 🎧 Listen to all episodes wherever you get your podcasts 🔔 Hit the bell to never miss a drop of real, reflective leadership #TheKnowingPodcast #AtibaDeSouza #EmotionalIntelligence #ChristeneMarie #Truth #Leadership #SelfAwareness #FaithAndGrowth #LoveLanguages #Healing #AIandTrauma #PerspectiveShift   📲Follow + 📌Connect: 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on Instagram: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on TickTock: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Learn more at: https://www.theknowingagency.com/ 🔹 Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/ 🔹 Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/   🔗 Guest Bio: Atiba de Souza Atiba de Souza is a content strategist, entrepreneur, and speaker who helps brands build human connection through video storytelling and SEO. Known as the "Content Superman," Atiba helps purpose-driven companies and thought leaders get seen and stay trusted online. He blends data-driven SEO expertise with real emotional resonance to create content that converts and connects. 🖥️ Website: https://clientattractionpros.com 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/atibadesouza 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atibadesouza/ ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AtibaDeSouza

In this raw, honest, and often surprising conversation, Phillip Nathraim joins Christene Marie to explore how past experiences shape our identity, relationships, leadership, and emotional patterns — often without us realizing it. From corporate leadership to inner child work, Phillip unpacks how business, boundaries, family, and healing all intersect.   Together, they dive into: -Why we keep repeating old patterns -How hiring should start with self-awareness -Healing beyond what’s “normal” -Emotional intelligence in leadership -And the moment a TV show saved Phillip’s life -Whether you're a founder, a parent, or someone on a personal healing journey — this episode will hit home.   ⏱️ Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:19 Podcast Intro 0:57 Guest Phillip Intro 2:28 Maturing Through Entrepreneurship 7:10 Don’t Hire a Fish to Climb a Tree 🐟 10:40 Why Employees Disengage (It’s Not What You Think) 15:10 How to Build for Team Success 20:30 Our Perceptions Are Shaped by Childhood Narratives 28:53 Stop Fixing Your Weaknesses. Hire Them. 32:43 The Wheel of Fulfillment: Mapping Inner Priorities 43:00 Family Systems, Boundaries & Redefining Belonging 57:27 Fear Around Money 1:01:19 What Intuition Really Is (And How to Trust It)   Phillip's Free Offer: 🧠 Take the Predictive Index Free Assessment: https://www.execucom.co/forms/free-assessment   Phillip's Book Recommendation: 📚 The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace D. Wattles   👍 Like this episode? 📲 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more conversations that help you Know Yourself, Your Relationships, and Your Business. 📩 Share this with a friend who needs a breakthrough today. 🎧 Listen on all major podcast platforms.   🔖 Hashtags: #KnowingPodcast #ChristeneMarie #PhillipNathan #LeadershipDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #HealingJourney #InnerWork #TraumaRecovery #PredictiveIndex #SelfAwareness #Boundaries #Entrepreneurship   📲Follow + 📌Connect with The Knowing Podcast: 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on Instagram: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on TickTock: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Learn more at: https://www.theknowingagency.com/ 🔹 Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/ 🔹 Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/   🙋‍♂️ About the Guest: Phillip Nathan Phillip Nathan is a leadership strategist, speaker, and emotional intelligence guide helping founders and teams align from the inside out. He's the co-founder of Execucom, a behavioral intelligence and team performance platform that combines predictive analytics with coaching to help companies hire, inspire, and lead better.   Through his work, Phillip bridges business strategy and inner transformation — using tools like the Predictive Index and frameworks rooted in recovery, self-awareness, and neuroscience. He also speaks widely about emotional resilience, trauma-informed leadership, and faith-centered growth.   🔗 Website: https://www.execucom.co/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipnaithram/ 🔗 Instagram: @phillipnaithram 🧠 Take the Predictive Index Free Assessment: https://www.execucom.co/forms/free-assessment

In this powerful episode of The Knowing Podcast, host Christene Marie sits down with wealth coach and investor Tamar Hermes to explore what it really means for women to know their financials, own their worth, and invest in alignment with their values.   You’ll learn why mixing personal and business money keeps women disempowered, how to start a peaceful “money ritual,” and why net worth is often misunderstood. Plus, Tamar offers a special invitation to work with her directly.   ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:35 Podcast Welcome 1:14 Guest Introduction 3:15 Why Wealth Is Personal (Especially for Women) 9:12 “Dropping In”: How to Ground Before Financial Decisions 12:01 When Financial Clarity Fuels Self-Love 13:10 Master Mind Offer: Women Growing Wealth 19:03 How to Create a Money Ritual You’ll Actually Enjoy 24:04 Business Money ≠ Personal Money 28:01 “Is This Money Even Mine?”: The Stewardship Shift 34:41 Net Worth ≠ Salary: Women Underestimating Their Wealth 39:00 “Just Turn on the Light”: Christene’s Final Reminder ✅ Subscribe for more episodes on emotional intelligence, business, and self-awareness. 📩 Want to work with Tamar? Book a Wealth Activation Session below. 🧠 Apply what you learned: Take 5 minutes this week to sit with your money. 👇 Drop a comment: What’s ONE mindset shift you had after watching this?   #KnowingPodcast #WomenAndWealth #MoneyMindset #EmotionalIntelligence #TamarHermes #FinancialFreedom #NetWorth #MoneyWisdom 📲Follow + 📌Connect: 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on Instagram: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on TickTock: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Learn more at: https://www.theknowingagency.com/ 🔹 Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/ 🔹 Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/   👤 About Tamar Hermes  Tamar is a wealth coach, real estate investor, speaker, and founder of the Women Growing Wealth community. She helps women build aligned financial strategies, grow their net worth, and invest with confidence. As a former high-earning employee turned entrepreneur and investor, Tamar brings a holistic, emotionally intelligent approach to money.   What Tamar Offers: -Wealth Activation Sessions -Investment Education for Accredited Investors -Community: Women Growing Wealth Mastermind   🌐 Website: wealthbuildingconcierge.com  📸 Instagram: @tamarhermes 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tamar-hermes-53b9114a

What if the darkest seasons of your life became the foundation of your greatest clarity? In this soul-deep episode of The Knowing Podcast, host Christene Marie sits down with Sammy Aslam—entrepreneur, former convict, and the heart behind Alyshaan Fine Rugs—to explore identity, emotional safety, love, addiction recovery, and the surprising transformations that happen in solitude. From how prison shaped his inner world to the intimacy and safety he’s found in his marriage, Sammy brings humor, wisdom, and raw truth to the table. You’ll leave this conversation reflecting on what parts of yourself are worth keeping—and which ones it’s finally time to release. ⏱ Chapters & Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:30 Podcast Intro 1:08 Sammy Guest Intro 4:27 Addiction, Loyalty & the Bond That Survived It 10:52 KPIs for Healthy Relationships? Yes, Please 16:00 The Power of Being Deeply Understood In Relationships  18:37 Emotional Protection vs. Codependency 26:17 Christene’s Story: Pain, Protection, and Childhood Illness 34:17 Understanding as a Bridge to Empathy 41:00 How Prison Made Me Who I Am 44:07 Identifying Who You Want to Be (Through Books) 50:30 Final Reflection: Knowing You Still Have Work To Do   📚Recommended Books to Read discussed in this episode:  The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky As a Man Thinketh by James Allen   💬 Comment below: What part of this conversation stayed with you? 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes on self-awareness, business, and relationships 🔔 Hit the bell to get notified when new episodes drop 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @theknowingpodcast #TheKnowingPodcast #SammyAslam #EmotionalIntelligence #FromConvictToCEO #MarriageAndRecovery #KnowYourself #PersonalGrowth #UnderstandingHeals #AlyshaanFineRugs #EntrepreneurshipWithHeart #ChristeneMarie   📲Follow + 📌Connect: 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on Instagram: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on TickTock: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Learn more at: https://www.theknowingagency.com/ 🔹 Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/ 🔹 Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/ 👤 About Sammy Aslam Sammy Aslam is the co-owner of Alyshaan Fine Rugs, Arizona’s premier destination for high-end, ethically sourced, and design-forward area rugs. Located in Scottsdale and serving luxury clients across the U.S., Alyshaan is renowned for its integrity, curated quality, and unmatched customer service. Sammy brings the same thoughtfulness, emotional intelligence, and clarity to his work in the rug industry as he does to his life and relationships. Whether you’re furnishing a space—or healing one—you’ll feel the difference. 🔗 Visit: www.alyshaan.com

In this raw and resonant episode of The Knowing Podcast, Christene sits down with Dmitri Smirnov, entrepreneur, ad strategist, husband, and father of two, to explore the emotional journey of becoming an adult—one where you learn to hold grief and joy, fear and hope, truth and contradiction, all at once. From growing up as an only child and navigating early identity confusion, to redefining freedom, parenting, and the power of silence—this conversation touches both the cerebral and the soulful. 🔑 Topics include: Identity and non-conformity Rewriting inherited narratives The antidote to pride Defining emotional adulthood The value of modern stillness Whether you're navigating personal transitions, parenting from a place of growth, or reclaiming your voice—this episode will meet you right where you are.   ⏱️ Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:24 Podcast Introduction 1:03 Introducing Dmitri 4:24 Only Child and Living in Freedom 10:30 Unspoken Rules & Painful Baseball Lessons 15:55 Names & Self-Fulfilling Prophecy 20:00 Awakening and Gratitude 34:12 The Real Definition of Adulthood 38:16 Grieving While Showing Up 41:00 Becoming Your Own Caretaker 49:21 Shower Thoughts & Modern Meditation 56:58 Processing vs Avoiding 📢If this conversation opened something in you, share it with a friend. 👇 Leave a comment: What’s a contradiction you’ve learned to hold as truth? 👉 Subscribe for more conversations at the intersection of emotional health, identity, and impact. 🔔 Don’t forget to hit the bell so you never miss a moment of Knowing. #TheKnowingPodcast #EmotionalIntelligence #Adulthood #InnerWork #SelfDiscovery #ChristeneMarie #DmitriSmirnoff #EmotionalMaturity #GratitudePractice #ModernMasculinity #PodcastChapters #KnowYourself   📲Follow + 📌Connect with Host Christene Marie 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on Instagram: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on TickTock: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Learn more at: https://www.theknowingagency.com/ 🔹 Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/ 🔹 Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/ 🙋‍♂️ About the Guest – Dmitri Smirnov Dmitri is a performance marketing expert and Founder and CEO of Big Life Marketing. With a unique mix of creative intuition and analytical rigor, he helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs craft messaging that converts and stories that resonate. More than a strategist, Dmitri is also a philosopher at heart—known for weaving emotional intelligence into everything from marketing to marriage. 🔗 Connect with Dmitri: Website: https://biglifemarketing.com/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dmitri-smirnov Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biglifemarketing/

This episode of The Knowing Podcast goes straight to the heart of modern entrepreneurship—where high achievement meets emotional exhaustion. Christene Marie sits down with digital entrepreneur and agency owner Adam McChesney, who opens up about chasing success, losing himself, and the powerful moment he chose alignment over accolades. 🔑 Together, they explore: The hidden cost of being "always on" How business partnerships can mirror unresolved childhood dynamics What it really takes to know yourself and your worth Whether you’re building a business, navigating complex relationships, or in the middle of a personal reckoning—this one will hit deep.   ⏱️ Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:30 Welcome to The Knowing Podcast 1:08 Introducing Adam 4:40 The Story of Adam's Father's Business 8:03 A Business Exit That Brought Up Healing Generational Patterns 10:27 The Lie Entrepreneurs Tell Themselves: "I’m Doing It For My Family" 16:13 Christene on Religious Conditioning & Reclaiming Intuition 19:30 Avoiding Conflict and the Cost of Sweeping Things Under the Rug 24:46 Adam on Pattern Recognition and Taking Ownership 28:53 Drawing a Line in the Sand: Choosing Alignment Over Achievement 34:30 Defining Relationship KPIs for Business and Life 46:55 Subconscious Distractions and the Power of a Mental Audit   🔔 Subscribe to The Knowing Podcast for more real conversations every week. 👍 Like this video if you’ve ever struggled with alignment in business or life. 💬 Drop a “🔥” in the comments if you’ve been through a major life pivot. 📲 Share this episode with someone building a business and a life. 📲Follow us on Instagram and Tick Tock @theknowingpodcast for more rich content. ✨ What part of Adam’s story resonated with you the most? Let’s talk about it below 👇 #KnowingPodcast #AdamMcChesney #EmotionalIntelligence #BusinessAlignment #Entrepreneurship #InnerWork #KnowYourself #LeadershipJourney #BurnoutRecovery #ConsciousBusiness #PersonalGrowth #BusinessBoundaries #FoundersLife #MindsetShift #AuthenticLiving #DigitalMarketing #MastermindCommunity #SelfReflection #EmotionalWellness #HealingThroughWork   — 📲Follow + 📌Connect: 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on Instagram: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on TickTock: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Learn more at: https://www.theknowingagency.com/ 🔹 Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/ 🔹 Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/ —   👤 About Adam McChesney: Adam McChesney is a St. Louis-based digital marketing expert, speaker, and entrepreneur who helps service-based businesses grow through SEO, lead generation, and personal branding. After exiting a multi-million-dollar agency partnership that no longer aligned with his values, Adam launched his own agency and a mastermind community that teaches business owners how to grow authentically and profitably. 🔗 Website: https://adammcchesney.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adammcchesney 📸 Instagram: @adammcchesney 🐦 Twitter/X: @Adam_L_McChesney

Welcome back to Season 2, Episode 4 of The Knowing Podcast with Christene Marie. This week, we’re joined by Chris Gray—evolving from corporate hustler to emotional intelligence champion—who shares candid stories around personal growth, presence, and living from a place of love. 🔑 In This Episode Chris’s dive-bar moment that sparked his first step into self‑confidence A pivotal conversation with his wife that reshaped his integrity How a simple 10-minute mindfulness bell keeps him grounded daily Christene's dinner table question that surfaces hidden perceptions A heartfelt discussion on choosing love over fear in work and life ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:24 Knowing Podcast Intro 1:03 Chris Joins the Conversation 4:30 Impostor Syndrome to Inner Confidence 10:30 “You Need to Work on Your Game” – Dive Bar Catalyst 15:22 Marriage Truth That Changed Everything 19:03 Christene’s Mirror Moment 25:00 From Head to Heart: Vibes, Projection, and Self-Reflection 29:02 Excavation of the Soul 34:59 What Do People Overestimate and Underestimate About You? 38:00 Chris’s Mindfulness Practice: 10-Minute Bell 49:38 Are You Squeezing the Life Out of Your Work?   If you found value in today’s conversation: 👍 Like this video 🔔Subscribe to The Knowing Podcast  💬 Leave a comment: Which truth resonated most? 🔁 Share with someone who’s in the middle of their growth journey   ✍️ Journal: What is one thing that people overestimate about you? And what is one thing people underestimate about you?   Recommend books from this episode: 📚: Double Your Dating by David DeAngelo —   📲Follow + 📌Connect: 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on Instagram: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on TickTock: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Learn more at: https://www.theknowingagency.com/ 🔹 Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/ 🔹 Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/ — 👤 About Chris Gray Chris Gray is a speaker, entrepreneur, and a champion of emotional intelligence. He’s the founder of multiple marketing ventures—including a fractional CMO agency—and a thought‑leader on cultivating mindful presence in leadership. Formerly stuck in the corporate world, Chris broke free by living through self‑reflective choices and embracing emotional authenticity. Among his credentials: • Speaker & Fractional CMO offering marketing strategy grounded in emotional intelligence • Entrepreneur whose ventures now generate $8M+ annually • Mindset Mentor, using principles like the Bhagavad Gita and daily mindfulness tools • Jiu‑Jitsu Practitioner, blending martial arts grit with heart‑centered presence 🔗 Connect with Chris Website: (https://redpalm.us/) LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yochrisgray Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/yochrisgray/) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/YoChrisGray/) — #EmotionalIntelligence #Presence #Podcast #KnowingPodcast #Mindfulness #SelfGrowth

What if your biggest breakdown was really a setup for your breakthrough?   In this powerful episode of The Knowing Podcast, host Christene Marie sits down with Darryn Yates—musician, rebel, and transformational coach—to talk about the moment he found purpose in a parking lot with a 9mm. Darryn opens up about the darkness he overcame, how he reclaimed his identity, and why authenticity is the secret weapon for any visionary leader or creative.   This conversation dives deep into identity, reinvention, parenting, performance, and the painful-yet-powerful road to truly knowing yourself.   ⏱️ CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 0:35 Christene Intro 1:19 Darryn Intro 07:36 Most Potent Feeling 10:50 Your Why 14:38 Becoming the Person for Success 17:22 The Dream While Being Married 21:44 Pursuing a Life-Giving Passion 26:33 Purpose in Pain 31:47 Out of the Matrix 35:45 Something Must Die 39:05 Emerging from Transformation 43:11 People as Mirrors 50:52 Closing Thoughts   🎧 Listen, Subscribe & Leave a Review if this episode spoke to you.   — 📲FOLLOW + 📌CONNECT: 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on Instagram: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on TickTock: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Learn more at: https://www.theknowingagency.com/ 🔹 Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/ 🔹 Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/ — 👤 ABOUT DARRYN YATES Darryn Yates is a musician, creative entrepreneur, and purpose coach who helps people break free from limiting beliefs and step into their boldest, truest selves. As the founder of Reveal Your Rock Star, Darryn combines mindset coaching, personal storytelling, and raw vulnerability to guide others toward a life of freedom, clarity, and power.   🔗 Website: www.DarrynYates.com 🎸 Coaching & Purpose Discovery: www.RevealYourRockStar.com 📱 Instagram: @darrynyatesofficial 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darryn-yates-b5a507b/ 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/darrynyates #TheKnowingPodcast #DarrynYates #RevealYourRockStar #AuthenticLeadership #RockBottomToPurpose #ChristeneMarie  

In this heartfelt episode of The Knowing Podcast, Christene Marie sits down with entrepreneur and lifestyle investor Justin Donald for a deeply honest conversation on what it means to truly know yourself—not through achievement, but through presence.   Together, they explore: -Why emotional intelligence isn’t optional for leadership -How to shift from performance to presence in your relationships -The myth of "doing more" and the courage to just be -Powerful metaphors about family, business, and what’s truly fragile -The role of curiosity, faith, and identity in building a life that lasts   Justin opens up about fatherhood, boundaries, success, and the wake-up calls that made him reevaluate his priorities. Christene brings the emotional depth and clarity that makes this podcast a sanctuary for those hungry for both truth and transformation.   🔹Complimentary Marriage and Family Planning Day https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jVxZgVEF6vZR0F_S65LGl52bzsxOQb47/view?usp=drive_link   ⏱️ CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 0:30 Christene Intro to the Podcast 1:08 Guest Intro 6:16 Curating Communities & Boundaries 11:23 Presence Over Performance 16:51 Childlike Curiosity & Self Discovery 20:30 Ego Walls & Emotional Safety 26:05 Business Growth by Choosing Family 30:46 Marriage & Family Planning 35:48 Glass Ball vs Rubber Ball Mindset 37:28 Faith, Marriage, Children, & Purpose 41:36 Mentorship, Masterminds & ROI on Growth   🔔 Subscribe and tap the bell for weekly insights on knowing yourself, your relationships, and your purpose. 👇 Drop your favorite moment or takeaway in the comments—we'd love to hear what spoke to you. — 📲FOLLOW + 📌CONNECT: 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on Instagram: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on TickTock: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Learn more at: https://www.theknowingagency.com/ 🔹 Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/ 🔹 Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/   — 👤 ABOUT JUSTIN DONALD Justin Donald is the founder of Lifestyle Investor, a community and investment network that helps people create wealth without giving up what matters most. Through private deals, conscious investing, and his signature courses, Justin teaches leaders how to build financial freedom and a meaningful life.   📘 Author of The Lifestyle Investor – a WSJ Best Seller 🎯 Host of The Lifestyle Investor Podcast 💡 Creator of the Lifestyle Investor Mastermind and Investment System 🌐 Website: https://justindonald.com 📘 Book: https://lifestyleinvestorbook.com 🎙️ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lifestyle-investor-investing-passive-income-wealth/id1541009357 📸 Instagram: @justindonald 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/justindonald01   🔹Complimentary Marriage and Family Planning Day Document: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jVxZgVEF6vZR0F_S65LGl52bzsxOQb47/view?usp=drive_link   #TheKnowingPodcast #JustinDonald #EmotionalIntelligence #PresenceOverPerformance #FaithAndBusiness #LeadershipWisdom #knowingyourself  

Welcome to Season 2 of The Knowing Podcast. In this powerful solo episode, host Christene Marie returns to the mic with unfiltered honesty, guiding us through what it means to live in vertical alignment, reclaim our self-worth, and wake up to our truest selves.   Through personal stories, daily practices, and emotional breakthroughs, Christene shares how to:   -Stop outsourcing your worth -Heal from shame stories that started in childhood -Reconnect with the person you were before the world told you who to be   Whether you're navigating grief, growth, or a season of self-reflection, this episode will meet you where you are—and move you forward.   ⏱️ CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 0:30 Welcome To the Podcast 1:09 Podcast Start 4:13 Key Practices for Personal Growth 6:14 The Pain of Loss and Grief 11:48 Self-Worth and Presence in Grief 16:46 Worthiness Discovery 19:49 61 Day Challenge and Overcoming Narratives 29:59 Discovering Purpose and Emotional Intelligence 36:09 Nature vs. Nurture: A Self-Exploration 46:41 Intentional Energy  48:45 The Power of Emotional Intelligence   👉 New episodes drop weekly—subscribe and reflect with us. 🪞 Start your Knowing journey: Are you brave enough to pursue joy?   Recommended Books by Christene Marie: 📖 Daring Greatly by Brené Brown 📖 Care of the Soul by Thomas Moore   📲FOLLOW + 📌CONNECT: 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on Instagram: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Follow The Knowing Podcast on TickTock: @theknowingpodcast 🔹 Learn more at: https://www.theknowingagency.com/ 🔹 Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/ 🔹 Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/   #EmotionalIntelligence #SelfWorth #GriefHealing #KnowYourself #ChristeneMarie #PodcastForWomen #PurposeDrivenLife #HealingJourney #FaithAndHealing #EmotionalGrowth #TheKnowingPodcast

What if truly knowing yourself could change everything?    In this episode of the Knowing Podcast, Christene Marie walks listeners through a personal exercise on self-awareness, encouraging them to pause, engage, and explore the connection between logic and emotion. She introduces three key steps in deep inner work: identifying the source of emotions, building a strong personal foundation, and taking action to change old patterns. She emphasizes the importance of truly knowing oneself and making space for both thought and feeling in decision-making. Drawing from her life experiences—grief, loss, and relationship struggles—she shares how unprocessed emotions can quietly shape our lives. She challenges listeners to reflect on their own defining moments and take responsibility for their growth rather than falling into a victim mindset. The episode wraps up with a reminder to practice “vertical alignment” daily, making space for self-awareness amidst life’s distractions.    Important Moments: 0:00 Intro 0:37 Words of Welcome From Christene 3:15 The Three Steps to Deep Inner Work 5:19 Balancing Logic and Emotion 9:57 Who are you? 12:16 What was a Catalytic Moment that Forced you Awake? 16:53 Summary of The First Two Questions from Christene 19:28 Have you Assumed Responsibility Over Self? 26:55 The Body’s Wisdom and Intuition 37:31 Narratives and Their Impact 43:11 Embracing Both Shadow and Light 48:07 What is the Light in You?   — Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/  Read the blog: https://christenemarie.com/blog/  Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/  Connect with Christene on her socials: Instagram: @christenemarie_ LinkedIn: @christenemarie and @theknowingagency  Facebook: @christenemarie

Is it important to forgive to find healing?    In this episode of the Knowing Podcast, Dafne Wiswell, a champion of inner healing and forgiveness, shares a deeply moving conversation with Christene Marie on her experiences with chronic autoimmune conditions and the powerful role forgiveness played in her healing journey.    Dafne sheds light on the often-overlooked connection between childhood wounds, unresolved emotions, and physical health, emphasizing the significance of addressing these root causes for genuine well-being.   From this podcast, gain insights on setting boundaries, practicing self-care, and embracing the power of forgiveness in seeking greater emotional well-being and personal growth.   Important Moments   0:00 Intro 1:14 Dafne Wiswell Greeting 2:18 The Importance of Sharing Stories with Honor 5:38 Dafne's Personal Background and Family Life 10:34 The Truth of the Past during Sickness 11:56 The Journey to Healing 17:35 The Power of Intuition and Emotions 18:54 Navigating Anger and Understanding Emotions 26:05 Forgiveness and Family Relationships 30:39 Starting the Healing Journey 39:09 Embracing the Mystery of Healing 42:30 Women and Self-Sacrifice 48:20 Recognizing what Emotions to Let Go 52:34 Practical Steps for Inner Healing   — Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/  Read the blog: https://christenemarie.com/blog/  Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/  — Enjoyed what you heard from Dafne? Connect with her and her amazing resources! THE CHRONIC ILLNESS COACH - https://thechronicillnesscoach.co/ GET A FREE E-BOOK! Breakthrough by Dafne Wiswell - https://thechronicillnesscoach.co/books/   ‘4 Keys to Connect with Your Spouse When Your World is Crumbling’ - https://fiercemarriage.com/4-keys-to-connect-with-your-spouse  Website:  www.dafnewiswell.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dafnewiswell/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dafnewiswell/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedafnewiswell/ 

What does it really take to have self-discipline?   In this episode of the Knowing Podcast, prepare to be moved by a heartfelt conversation with Monica Levi, an executive self-discipline coach and former lawyer, on overcoming limiting beliefs, manifesting realities, and the power of discipline.    Monica shares her story of personal transformation that started when she left her successful but unfulfilling legal career to pursue a more authentic path.   She details actionable strategies for building self-discipline and practical tips for creating a life that aligns with your values and goals   Learn valuable lessons to create a meaningful life with Monica’s blend of strategic planning and belief in manifestation.   Important Moments:    0:00 Intro 3:20 Growing Up in Communism in Bulgaria 7:50 The Power of Discipline 11:53 Willpower vs. Discipline 14:08 Creating Intentional Family Relationships 20:01 Manifestation and Discipline 23:10 Monica's Journey to the U.S. 28:03 Facing the Fear of Leaving Law 29:24 The Turning Point: Internal Instincts 30:41 Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies 32:45 Parental Expectations and Personal Values 36:32 The Journey of Self-Discovery 49:12 Embracing Failure as a Path to Success   — Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/  Read the blog: https://christenemarie.com/blog/  Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/  — Take Monica's 1-on-1 coaching program to learn how to build self-discipline and start taking consistent action towards your goals. Visit https://www.monicalevicoaching.com/ for program details.    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicalevicoaching/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/self_discipline_coach/  

In this episode of the Knowing Podcast, Christene Marie dives into a meaningful conversation with James Valentine, ascension coach, bestselling author, and international speaker, about the path to inner peace and self-forgiveness.    James passionately discusses the importance of non-reaction to thoughts, emotions, or external events, viewing reality as a projection of our thoughts. By choosing non-reactivity, individuals can break free from negativity.   He highlights the significance of self-forgiveness in healing past wounds and fostering personal growth. By forgiving ourselves, we detach from limiting beliefs and embrace change.   He also shares his views on deconstructing the ego to reconnect with one’s true self. By examining and challenging these narratives, individuals can rediscover their authentic selves.   Important Moments:  [2:53] The Catalyst for Transformation [07:28] Exploring Consciousness and the Ego [10:46] Awareness and Emotional Healing [15:58] Consciousness and Individual Realities [19:04] Rejecting Subconscious Judgements  [21:40] Unchecked Thoughts and their Consequences [24:32] Thoughts vs Emotions vs Feelings [28:18] Accountability for Yourself  [32:16] Scientific Emotions and What you can Control [37:41] Ego and its Origin  [44:10] Older and Younger Self Introductions through Therapy  [52:42] Existing in the Moment by Moment  — Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/  Read the blog: https://christenemarie.com/blog/  Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/  — Enjoyed what you heard from James? Connect with him and his amazing resources!   Book:    Daddy Loves You: Relationship Chronicles - https://www.amazon.com/Daddy-Loves-You-James-Valentine/dp/B08Y9WFNL1    Podcast:   Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/pl/podcast/the-journey-to-ascension/id1766370467    Socials:    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-andre-valentine/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theascensioncoach_1111/    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awakeningtoLove1/?_rdr    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAscensionCoach_1111 

Allow AI to elevate roles in your business!   In this episode of the Knowing Podcast, Mark de Grasse, a modern marketing expert and AI advocate, speaks with Christene Marie about the intersection of AI, marketing, personal growth, and business leadership.    Mark delves into his transformative personal journey and its profound influence on his approach to life and business. He reflects on his "awakening" experience, sharing how he transitioned from a state of unfulfilled contentment, to a deeper understanding of happiness, purpose, and authenticity.    Mark recounts how this awakening prompted him to reevaluate his priorities, moving away from materialistic goals and toward a mission-driven perspective.   Mark also emphasizes the critical role of branding, consistency, and long-term vision in creating sustainable success. Rejecting the notion of "vanity metrics," he advocates for defining meaningful key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with personal and organizational values. Mark discusses the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in streamlining processes and enhancing branding consistency, underscoring the importance of human oversight in leveraging AI tools effectively.    From this podcast, gain insights to elevate your business using innovative AI-driven approaches.   Important Moments:   [4:12] Pursuit of Growth Over Perfection [6:50] The Importance of Vision in Business [9:07] Introduction to AI Branding Academy [11:19] AI’s Role in Business and Marketing [17:20] Navigating Overcommitment and Burnout [19:40] Awakening and Redefining Success [26:22] Shadow Work and Emotional Healing [28:46] Physical Fitness and the Mind-Body Connection [37:30] Spirituality and Health [43:15] AI’s Future Role in Systems and Branding [47:25] Balancing Brand Consistency with Customer Experience [55:12] The Freedom of Purpose-Driven Work [59:00] Embracing Failure as a Path to Growth   — Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/  Read the blog: https://christenemarie.com/blog/  Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/  — If you are interested to learn more about Mark’s framework that can elevate your brand through AI-powered applications, visit https://markdegrasse.com/    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-de-grasse-19a50127/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markdegrasse/    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkdeGrasse   

Are you committed to honesty, even when it's difficult?   In this episode of the Knowing Podcast, Kasim Aslam, a successful entrepreneur and digital marketing expert, shares with Christene Marie his personal journey from a self-proclaimed liar to a leader who values truth, responsibility, and love.    Kasim shares insights on his transformation from a troubled youth who relied on carefully crafting false identities to suit the needs of his situations, to embracing his true identity as a father, a responsible lover, and a successful businessman.   He elaborates on the crucial role that failure played in his growth, teaching him valuable lessons and ultimately leading to his greatest achievements. His unique perspective on love as an action that requires both truth and responsibility to flourish.   From this podcast, reflect on the role of truth in your life and embrace your failures as opportunities for learning and growth.    Important Moments:   [01:43] - Pathological Lying and Early Identity [08:43] - Beginning to use the Truth [11:30] - Reinventing The Self [14:40] - Greatness isn't Perfection [17:00] - Actions and Behaviors [18:37] - Pursuing Greatness [23:32] - Learning from Failure [25:05] - Balancing Truth, Responsibility, and Love [32:20] - The Power of Self-Narratives [37:42] - Forgiveness and Personal Growth [47:13] - Actions and Integrity [49:42] - The Long Road to Success — Sign up for Christene Marie’s Newsletter: https://christenemarie.com/receive-newsletter/  Read the blog: https://christenemarie.com/blog/  Invite Christene to speak: https://christenemarie.com/speaking/  — Enjoyed what you heard from Kasim? Connect with him and his amazing resources! KASIM ASLAM, a digital marketing thought leader - https://kasimaslam.com/  Book: The 7 Critical Principles of Effective Digital Marketing - https://kasimaslam.com/the-7-critical-principles-of-effective-digital-marketing/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kasimaslam/  X: https://x.com/kasimaslam