The Uplifting Content Podcast With Ione Butler (Let’s Talk About…)

Ashok has spent the last 20 years researching health and well-being, and creating unique techniques to help people improve their lives. He runs a global clinic specialising in treating ME, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia & Multiple Chemical Sensitivities. He also has a not-for-profit meditation app and documentary series which is a complete self-development program. In this episode, we spoke about: - Why he began studying fatigue - The different levels of fatigue - Things that can help with chronic pain - The pro-inflammatory state and how it causes pain and fatigue - Why we need to be more active  - The MEND Protocol - The 10,000 steps myth - Ways to get our sleep rhythm and digestion back to normal and much more   Are you always feeling tired and exhausted? You're not alone! In this episode I spoke to Ashok Gupta - Meaning Of Life Experiment about ways to feel more energised. Ashok's clinic and program helps people dealing with chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia to overcome their condition. A lot of people are suffering with some form of mild to moderate fatigue due to stresses in life, Ashok's MEND program addresses the 4 common causes of this which he talked us through in detail during the call. This was another interview full of practical and valuable advice. If you know someone suffering with fatigue be sure to share this with them and download the free app: Meaning Of Life Experiment for guided mediations and useful information to help you go from feeling fatigued to FANTASTIC! Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.    Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content Ashok Gupta TV Website   Facebook   Twitter   Gupta Programme   Website   Facebook   Twitter   YouTube

Erin Falconer is the editor in chief and co-owner of Pick the Brain, one of the most popular and trusted self-improvement communities on the web. Erin is also the co-founder of LEAFtv, a video lifestyle brand for millennials. She has had a varied career that includes screenwriter, stand-up comedian, political consultant, and is now proudly, heavily invested in the online blogging world.  In this episode, we spoke about: - Her journey from being a struggling writer to where she is today - How to be singular in your focus and be specific about what you want - Understanding who you are, what you are and where you want to go to truly be productive - How her book come about - Breaking the cycle of working for working's sake - How she finds a work-life balance - How to fill your time doing the things you want and that light you up and much more. Here is Erin's book, How To Get Sh*t Done. Our podcast episode from Pick the Brain Podcast is here. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.    Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content   Erin Falconer Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Pick The Brain Website Facebook Twitter Google + Book How to Get Sh*t Done

Josh Rossi is a digital artist, photographer, speaker and entrepreneur In this episode, we spoke about:- Josh’s work as a commercial photographer and digital artist- His remarkable viral photoshoots and the positive impact they’ve made - How to not be scared of putting yourself and work out there- How to turn your passion intro business- Influencer marketing - How to strategize finishing your projects- How to take what you love doing and add something different make it fresh- How being open to new possibilities can lead you in the right direction- How to ask the right questions to progress in your career and much more. For information about Josh’s courses, click here. Watch the Turning Kids Into Superheroes Video here. The book he recommended was 22 Immutable Laws of Marketing  Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.    Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content   Josh Rossi   Website    Facebook   Instagram   Twitter   YouTube   Linked In

Boss Up Media co-founders Kimi Morton + Pua Pakele  and Cabot were drawn together by a calling – a burning desire to help people fall in love with their businesses and their lives! These fitness trainers turned business coaches believe there are too many entrepreneurs with big dreams to serve the world in amazing ways, that end up feeling like it would be easier to just quit and go back to a “real job”. Topics we discussed:  - How they met and why they started their podcast. - The evolution of their business from their 1st podcast to what it is now.  - What it means to "work smarter, not harder" and ways to do that.  - Understanding the difference between what's important and what's urgent - How time management isn’t the issue but the lack of inspiration in the corporate world - A system to evaluate if something is efficient and aligned with what you want - How they work together and keep communication lines open - How to show up as the best version of yourself at work - How planning kills overwhelm - How to work when you have a chronic illness and more Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.    Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content   Boss Up Media   Website   Podcast   YouTube   Instagram   Facebook     Kimi Morton   Facebook   Twitter   Instagram   Pua Pakele   Facebook

Colin Wright is an author, speaker, and the host of the podcast, Let's Know Things. He's written a few dozen books, travels full-time, and shares what he learns along the way through his work.  In this episode we spoke about - Him walking away from his successful career and life in LA to go traveling - How to live life according to your values - How spending money on things that don't matter stops you from living the life you desire - What it was like spending 7 years on the road and how he made a living - How it's okay to pivot and try new things in life - Why he decided to settle in one place after traveling for 7 years - His podcast, Let's Know Things, and how it came to be - How he deals with loneliness during his travels - and so much more Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.    Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content   Colin Wright Website Podcast Instagram Twitter Facebook AskColin

Noelle is CEO and co-founder of JRNI Coaching. She is also a coach, speaker, and sexologist who specializes in the relationship with the self. She has carved out a unique niche in the world of coaching, combining evidence-based scientific methods grounded in positive psychology with traditional, clinical sexology to help her clients gain true progress. Noelle is highly trained in positive psychology and is an  International Coaching Federation Certified Coach.   Topics: - How she overcame depression and an eating disorder - What positive psychology is - Techniques to lift you out of depressed states - How coaching is a communication methodology - Her coaching program - Catalyst life coaching podcast - How the coaching market is booming right now - How to find strength when you’re feeling negative about yourself - The power of your story and so much more!   For anyone who signs up and listens to the Podcast: we're giving away $200 off the cost of JRNIs coaching training, as well as a six-step guide to becoming a life coach here. You can also win a 30 minute coaching session with one of our many JRNI coaches. This is the link to fill out the form for a free session, you'll be matched with one of JRNI's coaches. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.  Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content   Noelle Cordeaux Instagram JRNI Facebook JRNI Instagram JRNI Linkedin  Linkedin  The Catalyst Life Coaching Podcast

Debra Searle MVO, MBE  Debra Searle is a professional adventurer and serial entrepreneur.  Her expeditions have included rowing solo across the Atlantic and sailing around Antarctica.  She has also launched four companies, is a published author, has worked as a presenter for the BBC and is a trusted corporate speaker.  Debra’s spirit of adventure gained her an MBE from Her Majesty the Queen and a place on the board of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.  She was later awarded an MVO in the 2014 New Year’s Honours. In Spring 2015, Debra and her company combined her two passions for adventure and gender equality by organising and leading an all-female team on an expedition in the Arctic Circle. In this episode we spoke about: -Her story of the remarkable 111 days at sea rowing across the Atlantic - Her journey from being a PE teacher to launching 4 companies - How she manages her businesses and going on adventures. - The correlation between your thoughts, feelings and their impact on your actions - Choosing your attitude changes beliefs - How people don't push themselves outside of their comfort zone. - How to start your day the right way - How the speaking business works - How she overcomes her struggles and much more For a fantastic work sheet on goal setting you can get Debra's "Life Upgrade Guide" by following this link www.debrasearle.com/goals Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.  Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content Debra Searle   Website   Facebook   LinkedIn   Twitter   YouTube   Google +

Christine is an author, speaker, master coach and host of the popular podcast, Over it and On With It in which she coaches callers live on air, helping them heal their past, change their present, and create a life they desire. I first interviewed Christine in 2017 for the Uplifting Content Summit and then interviewed her again for the Uplifting Content podcast last year. In this she speaks about meeting her boyfriend and how they came to be and they actually recently got married this year. - Christine’s story and why she was always an overachiever- How she got into personal development, coaching, and speaking- Her quarter life crisis- How to embrace your feminine qualities for both men and women- Trusting your intuition- How she surrendered to the universe and met her now husband- Her Personal Mastery Course Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content   Christine Hassler    Website FacebookTwitterInstagram LinkedIn YouTube

Evan believes in entrepreneurs. At 19, he built then sold a biotech software company. At 22, he was a venture capitalist helping raise $500k to $15mil. He now runs the biggest YouTube channel for entrepreneurs with 1.8M+ subscribers, wrote 4 books & speaks globally. He wants to solve the world's biggest problem, unleashing your untapped potential.  Topics: - His story and how he became an entrepreneur from an early age - Why 10 year goals fail -Ways to start believing in yourself - Taking action on your ideas - His "Damn the Doritos" concept and more Enter to WIN his book, Your One Word: The Powerful Secret to Creating a Business and LIfe That Matter here. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Evan Carmichael Website  Facebook  Facebook Fan Page   YouTube Channel  Twitter  Instagram  LinkedIn

Lori Gottlieb is a psychotherapist and New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, which is being adapted as a television series with Eva Longoria. In addition to her clinical practice, she writes The Atlantic‘s weekly “Dear Therapist” advice column and contributes regularly to The New York Times.  In this episode, we talked about:  - Lori’s story and her multiple career changes  - How thinking about death makes us appreciate life and live more fully - How her book “Maybe You Should Talk To Someone” came to be. - How happiness as a goal is a recipe for disaster and what is a better alternative - The difference between "idiot compassion" and "wise compassion" - How we can be our own bullies - Being intentional about your choices and more Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent Lori Gottlieb Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Book: Maybe You Should Talk To Someone

FLIP FLIPPEN is a New York Times best-selling author, serial social entrepreneur, philanthropist, and an international speaker and thought leader. He is the founder of numerous companies, including one of the largest educator training companies in North America, and has worked with many of the most prominent leaders in the world. From his early career working with gang kids to his later work in board rooms and classrooms, Flip has dedicated himself to helping people write a new story.  In this episode we spoke about: - His career and how he got into training and personal development - His process for writing his books - The difference between your first, second, and third story? - His story of not going to Harvard and how he re-wrote his life story - His book Your Third Story which he’s offered to giveaway a copy of and much more. Enter to win the book, Your Third Story by Flip Flippen and Chris White here. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Flip Flippen Facebook Twitter Instagram Book: Your Third Story

This week's guest, Gordana Biernat is a thinker, writer, speaker and wisdom keeper. She is also one of Oprah’s SuperSoul 100 teachers – a group of 100 awakened leaders who are using their voices and talent to elevate humanity.  As a thinker Gordana shares her thoughts on Twitter, initiating creative processes and conscious communication. She is a mentor, assisting those who seek self development and a greater sense of being through intellectual and spiritual inquiry.  Her straightforward and empowering tweets have already inspired hundreds of thousands of people across the globe and her book "#KnowTheTruth - Why Knowing Who You Are Changes Everything", is a collection of her most profound wisdom.   “#KnowTheTruth” opens reader’s eyes to their inherent inner power and true potential; it will remind you of who we are and why we are here.  In this episode, we talked about: - Gordana’s story - How the birth of her son changed everything - Where the inspiration comes from for her daily tweets of wisdom - How to look for and find love in what you're doing  - How to focus on the now moments - How her book, #KnowTheTruth, came to be - How she became one of Oprah's SuperSoul 100 teachers and more.   You can find her book recommendations here: Seth speaks: The eternal validity of the soul The Law Of One   Enter to WIN her book, #KnowTheTruth here  Buy the book here  Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Here is the quick meditation Gordana recommends for grounding and helping you to connect with the truth of who you are:  Close your eyes. Breathe in. Breathe out. And repeat: "I am the light in the darkness. I am the love in the hate. I am the calmness in the storm. I am the courage in the fear." Breathe in. and out.   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Gordana Biernat Twitter  Facebook    Instagram     Linked In    SuperSoul100    KnowYourTruth

Dr. Tony Youn, a holistic anti-ageing, health and wellness expert who specializes in using dietary changes, revolutionary products and non-surgical cosmetic treatments to improve overall health and appearance. His holistic beauty is a ‘whole body’ approach to health, wellness, and looking your best. It consists of addressing the full spectrum of factors that influence ageing and appearance, including an anti-ageing diet, age-reversing activities, a non-toxic environment, mindfulness, natural skincare, and non-invasive treatments, with surgical solutions utilized only as a final resort. Dr. Youn advocates that with such a wealth of options and tools available, the vast majority of people can get the look they’ve always wanted without going under the knife. He is the host of The Holistic Plastic Surgery Show and author of The Age Fix.    Topics: - Dr Youn's journey to holistic plastic surgery - What holistic beauty is - The 'Kardashianization' of the younger generation - General medicine and the direction it is moving towards - The growing trend towards functional medicine  - His new book "Playing God - The Evolution of a Modern Surgeon” and more Giveaway: In his upcoming memoir, Playing God: The Evolution of a Modern Surgeon Dr. Youn reveals that the true metamorphosis from student to doctor occurs not in medical school but in the formative years of residency training and early practice. Sign up here Check out his website for fantastic advice about alternative anti-ageing solutions here. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Dr. Youn  Website Twitter  Facebook Instagram

Kute Blackson is a charismatic visionary and transformational teacher, Kute Blackson offers a fresh, bold look at spiritual awareness for a whole new generation. For over 20 years, Kute Blackson has been inspiring audiences around the world. His electrifying presentations, not only offer real world practical ideas and soul stirring wisdom, but also ignite the heart and inspire courageous action.His mission is simple: To awaken and inspire people across the planet to access inner freedom, live authentically and fulfill their true life’s purpose. Topics we discussed: Kute's fascinating story of how he got to where he is today How lying to ourselves causes suffering How he started building his relationship with himself How to be aware of our conditioning Four questions to help you live your life your purpose Kute's upcoming seminar in Bali, his coaching method His fabulous book: You.Are.The.One.  We're giving away a signed copy of Kute’s book, You.Are.The.One. signup here. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Kute Blackson Website  Facebook Instagram  Twitter YouTube  Book: You.Are.The.One

Rynda Laurel is the founder of VRYeveryday, a wellness brand with a mission to help support emotional wellbeing, mental health and biochemical recovery using nutrition, supplements and various wellness modalities. As a long-time Creative Executive and Consultant, Rynda has an extensive background in the music, entertainment, brand, and online space where she still works with a select number of clients.Topics: - Learned about Rynda’s story - How she got off antidepressants and started using natural alternatives for better mental health- The differences between traditional medications and natural solutions- How you can find a more holistic way to improve your mental health and wellbeing- How she started VRYeveryday- How VRYeveryday is helping people- and much more Enter to Win a VRYeveryday Mood Balancing Supplement Set here!The Feel VRY Well Set includes all 5 current products with a $153 value. Resources for lab testing here.  Book resources for mental health and nutrition here. Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Rynda LaurelVryeveryday Vryeveryday Facebook Website  Facebook Instagram Twitter

Ben Nemtin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of What Do You Want To Do Before You Die?, the star of The Buried Life MTV Show, an internationally renowned keynote speaker, and co-founder of the full service production company, Theos. In this episode, we talked about: How the Buried Life came to be and what it is 5 steps to accomplish all the things you want in life. Decide what's important to you Write it down Talk about it Be creatively persistent Be audacious How to create audacious goals and how to achieve them Why we have limiting beliefs Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Ben Nemtin   Website    Facebook    Twitter    Instagram    LinkedIn

Robert Kandell has spent the last 20 years helping people re-energize their lives and build better relationships through more honest and authentic connection and communication.  Robert is also an accomplished teacher, coach, and lecturer with over 400 workshops under his belt. He also brings his enthusiasm and passion to his weekly podcast, Tuff Love podcast which has over 100,000 downloads on subjects around relationships, intimacy, sex, communication and gender dynamics. In this episode, we talked about:  - How a conversation about his sex life with this partner changed his views on sexuality - How we're trained to be mediocre communicators in our relationships - How men aren't allowed to talk about personal issues in society - How we should speak our truths in relationships and be collaborative - His experience in creating the company, One Taste - How porn has affected our bodies and views on sexuality  Here’s Nicole Daedone's TED talk. Here’s a link to The Butterfly Effect by John Ronson. Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Robert Kandell Website Website Tuff Love Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest LinkedIn YouTube

Gregg Braden is a five-time New York Times best-selling author, researcher, educator, lecturer and internationally renowned as a pioneer bridging modern science, ancient wisdom, and human potential!From 1979 to 1990 Gregg worked as a problem solver during times of crisis for Fortune 500 companies. He continues problem-solving today as he merges modern science and the wisdom of our past to reveal real-world solutions to the issues that challenge our lives. His research has led to 12 award-winning books now published in over 40 languages.  In this episode we spoke about: - His quantum leap from logical progression of solving small problems in science to solving the bigger problems in our world - How we are governed by the concept of "Survival of the Fittest" when in fact nature shows that we have survived through collaboration  - New scientific discoveries that have the potential to change the world and so much more Enter to win a digital copy of the book "Entanglement" for all new subscribers during the giveaway duration HERE Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Gregg Braden Website Facebook   Twitter   Instagram   PinterestYouTube   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Joe Weston is an international workshop facilitator, author, consultant, coach, and advocate for lasting peace. He is the author of the book, Mastering Respectful Confrontation. Joe has almost 30 years of experience in providing workshops for individuals as well as training to corporations, government agencies and non-profits around the world. Topics we talked about: Joe's story and how he came about to do this work Why do we still have fights even though we know better? What the Respectful Contronfation practice? The difference between confrontation and conflict The different between assertiveness vs aggression and how to speak your truth His book and coaching programs and so much more. Giveaway: One hour coaching session with Joe Weston and a copy of his book Mastering Respectful Confrontation, link for giveaway here.Free Weekly Global Meditation For Lasting Peace every Tuesday, Zoom link here.  Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Joe Weston Website Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Gary John Bishop is one of the leading Personal Development experts in the industry with a global reputation that has impacted tens of thousands of people worldwide. From athletes and celebrities to Fortune 500 executives and stay-at-home Moms and Dads, his “urban philosophy” approach represents a new wave of personal empowerment and life mastery that has caused miraculous results for people in the quality and performance of their lives. Gary is also the author of the New York Times best selling book UnFuck yourself - Get Out of Your Head and into Your Life and his latest book Stop Doing That Sh*t: End Self-Sabotage and Demand Your Life Back.   Topics we talked about: - Gary’s remarkable journey and his work in the personal development space - What it means to be a human - Breaking the cycles of poor choices that perpetuate our problems - How the pursuit of happiness is a past-based phenomenon - The dangers of limiting beliefs and how to overcome them. - The concept of "reverse causality" - Gary’s process for working with his clients and much more Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Gary John Bishop Website Instagram  Facebook  Twitter  Youtube   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent