Embrace Growth

In this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with Matt Melvin of Vermont. Matt wrote a book called, Bullied Behind Bars: A Gay Christian Trump Supported goes to Prison. What I find compelling is how the "System" really marks people for life. Matt shares his vulnerable story of life & how he had to pay the price for his mistakes. Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with Bret Lyon & Sheila Rubin from the Center for Healing Shame. We hear their stories of triumph as well as how they have worked with professionals offering tools to work with shame. They now have offerings for the general public, including their new book: Embracing Shame: How to Stop Resisting Shame & Turn it Into a Powerful Ally. Leader Champions is also offering a Shame Resilience Training for Men, you can see that at the Leader Champions website. You can learn about Bret & Sheila at Healing Shame.com Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In this episode of the podcast I have a chat with Tim Gallenbeck from Iowa. Tim's life is vey fascinating to me. He shares with us his grief and challenges, as well as victories. Most of all, Tim shares with us how at 44 years old he continues to be curios and play. That this approach might just be the key to growth work and continued resilience. Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with Mark Van der Walt, from South Africa. Mark and I became good friends while I was in Cape Town leading a couple trainings & I asked him to be on the show. We didn't have a topic, so he agreed to jump into some of his own growth work. I asked him some questions and he allowed himself to get vulnerable. Perhaps you can answer these questions for yourself? Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with Sonia Palleck, from Ontario, CA. Sonia is an author that has written a book series that redefines the modern love story. She points out how disempowering it is for the princess to wait in the tower for the prince to save her. We discuss connecting to your inner child as a path to healing and onward to freedom. You can find Sonia's books on Amazon and audio books on Audible Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with Joe Speredon from Utah. Joe shares his story of how he got involved with Sacred Sons and started the Utah Men's Circle. He encourages you not to wait until crisis hits to then think about mental & emotional health, but to start now. Joe is on Instagram @joesperedon The Algiz Guard is where to find him online and in service. Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with Kelly Vogel from Western Mass. Kelly shares her story of empowerment, letting us know how to use our voice to be more embodied. Kelly is an educator and voice coach that speaks about being trauma informed, not because we are clinicians, but because many of us have trauma.  Go to: https://www.kellystewartvogel.com/ to learn more. Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with Nick Cavuoto from Nashville, TN. Nick is a self proclaimed Hope Dealer and a Dope Healer.  He shares his stories of victories in the valley, or how to be in the slow periods of life when things are not necessarily feeling successful. Nick offers practical advice on how to filter your emotions through your beliefs of what you know to be True.  Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In. this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with Bobby Harrington, from Texas. Bobby shares some stories of the military and the corporate world about how he created a path of leadership. He wrote the Book, Lead You, that is all about personal & professional success. We discuss how the tool of accountability can be used for your own success. Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In this episode of the podcast I speak with Dr. Brett Linzer from Wisconsin. Brett is a family physician & medical student coach. We hear his story of how he learned the hard way what not understanding your emotions can do. How he turned that around and now teaches others the power in self awareness. Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

This week on the podcast I have a conversation with Judge Mattocks Jr, from Houston Texas. Judge is involved in many organizations creating change and embracing personal growth. As he shares his story, we hear about changing patterns and creating change... Change that ultimately leads to connection. To find out more about Judge: shadowwork.com Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

This week on the podcast I have a conversation with J.H. Parker who shares his lifelong story.  John Henry has lived many lifetimes and endured many hardships, but might not have made it if it wasn't for the support of his aunt Glad. As his story unfolds listen to how he learns how all of this happened for him to understand exactly who he was meant to be on this planet. It's an inspiring story that can help you understand how to share your gifts as well. Find out more about author J.H. Parker:https://harvestingwisdom.com/ Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In this episode of the podcast I speak with Evan Daily. Evan is writing a book about his life and he shares some of his story here on Embrace Growth. Listen as he explains trials and triumphs that have him connected to all things. Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with Taylor Alexandra Gadda, from New Mexico. I got ahold of Taylor after a post on social media went viral and she gladly accepted. She has a lot to say.... Give it a listen. Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with "Mr Embodiment" Mark Walsh, from the UK. We discuss how all the tools of growth and transformation are rubbish if you don't incorporate the wisdom that exists in the body. Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

This week on the podcast I speak with Jeffrey Goldwasser, from Western NC. Jeffrey has a lot of experience with growth work and I get him sharing his story about the past and a new exploration he is about to take. Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In this episode of the podcast I speak with long-time friend Ean Wood. Ean and I discuss love. The love we have for one-another as friends and how this is his word for the year.  Listen as we share stories of love, times when we had none and suggestions of how to create more. Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In this episode of the podcast, I vulnerably discuss with Brandon Clift and Todd Adams the difficulties that I have had this year. They share tough stories in their lives as well and we leave you with ideas of how to prepare yourself for when life gets tough for you. Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In this episode of the podcast you can listen to me interviewed by Leader Champions coach Brandon Clift, who hosts the Mankind Podcast and asks me about leadership. We discuss what problems are leaders faced with today as well as a leadership summit we are holding this summer. Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!

In this episode of the podcast I speak with Kale Ka'alekahi from Maui, HI. Kale shares his story of connection to the place of his ancestors, as well as how we can think about ecology, epistemology & ontology as ways to view our own connection to time and place.   Contact Embrace Growth Podcast:• Email the host, Mike Patterson -mike@leaderchampions.com • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057667200658 • Book a call with Leader Champions https://leaderchampions.com/Thanks for listening and continue to Embrace your own personal Growth!