Best Catalyst Yogi Podcasts (2024)

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The Invisible Obvious | Tim Peck - 825 47:33

29m ago47:33

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Tim Peck, a former member of Victoria Police, faced a severe decline in his mental health, leading him to contemplate suicide. Fortunately, Tim survived this dark period and has since dedicated his life to helping those with mental health conditions, particularly first responders. After leaving Victoria Police and undergoing his recovery, Tim worke…

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Freeballing It | Patrick Bonello - 824 58:02

3h ago58:02

58:02

Patrick Bonello is a self-confessed tech nerd, a creative, a Tai Chi teacher, an entrepreneur, an identical twin, a radio host, a lover of dorky knitted sweaters, and someone I have grown to dearly love bantering with due to his broad range of knowledge, interests and experience. So yeah, in a nutshell Patrick is a dead-set legend! Today we are 'fr…

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Understanding Men & Masculinity | Dr. Zac Seidler - 823 50:40

2h ago50:40

50:40

It's no secret that nationally and globally, there's a pressing need to advance men's mental health. Enter Dr. Zac Seidler, a Clinical Psychologist, Researcher, Global Director of Men’s Health Research at Movember, Senior Research Fellow with Orygen at the University of Melbourne, and a leading expert in men's mental health. In this episode, I delv…

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Whacked in the Head: The Latest Research on Concussion | Brett Jarosz - 822 1:21:13

2h ago1:21:13

1:21:13

As a fellow whacked-in-the-head-a-bit enthusiast and boxer, it's often metaphorically and literally on my mind when it comes to thinking about the impact of the impact to my noggin. By a stroke of sheer luck, I happen to have one of the world's BEST in my corner when it comes to treating and moving the needle on concussion management research, and …

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Boob Jobs, Nose Jobs & Accidental Careers | Harps & Tiff - 821 43:45

2h ago43:45

43:45

Looks like I'm not up for a boob job any time soon, nor is Harps for a nose job... But we do have a light-hearted banter around the impact of one's appearance (be it fake cans, loud haircuts, or simply funky clothes). Wrapping up on that topic we move on to a chat about how we've seemingly fallen into accidental careers, and what lessons and skills…

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The Tactical Yogi Combating PTSD | Rosie Skene - 820 46:49

6d ago46:49

46:49

Rosie Skene has transformed yoga into a powerful tool for combating PTSD. For those unfamiliar with somatic and body work, it might sound too simple, but sometimes the simplest solutions are the most effective. As a retired NSW Police Officer with 12 years of service and married to an ADF Soldier, Rosie has a profound understanding of the unique st…

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141 | CASEY CAVELL - Prepare for Life like a Pro 43:03

4h ago43:03

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Prepare for Life like a Pro with CASEY CAVELL Sign up for the DAD THE MAN Newsletter for exclusive content and show updates! DISCUSSION NOTES Who exactly is Casey Cavell How to be an interesting person How to get exactly what you want The best way to find your VISION What are your values? Creating a family mission statement Saying no to save your t…

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All Heart | Simon Keith - 819 39:43

10d ago39:43

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He's all heart alright! Simon Keith had his first heart transplant in 1986 at age 21, and from there was the first athlete in the world to play a professional sport post-heart transplant. 38 years, another heart transplant, and a kidney transplant, Simon has smashed down the barriers of expectations and excuses. He's fearless grab-life-by-the-balls…

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How Long Have We Got Left? | Craig Harper - 818 54:47

1h ago54:47

54:47

If your life is an 11-inch ruler, how many of those inches are left? Today Harps and I are talking about the time we have left between right now and the moment our now is over for good. When we take a moment to reflect on this it offers some perspective on how we might optimise the time we have left... Is our health span a priority and can we maxim…

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Two ADHD Gals Talkin' 'Bout Life | Sage Monkman - 817 1:13:34

8d ago1:13:34

1:13:34

In a number of ways, Sage Monkman and I are like two peas in a pod. We're "meso" girls, in PH360 epigenetic terms, which means we share a cluster of similarities in our physical and behavioral traits. We've each experienced our own versions of trauma throughout life, aligning us even more. And we're both diagnosed with ADHD, which sparked this very…

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140 | 2 Keys for a Great Family Vacation (Bonus: Rich Froning's take on Family Vacations) 17:37

3h ago17:37

17:37

2 Keys for a Great Family Vacation (+ Bonus: Rich Froning's take on Family Vacations) Sign up for the DAD THE MAN Newsletter for exclusive content and show updates!By Brendan Wall

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Empowering Teenage Girls | Fiona Sanford - 816 54:51

3h ago54:51

54:51

In this episode, I sit down with the wonderful Fiona Sanford, CEO of The Flourish Journey, an organisation dedicated to empowering teenage girls across Victoria. We dive deep into Fiona's journey from a competitive gymnast to a leader in mental health education, discussing the transformative power of sport and the critical importance of mental heal…

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Accountability Buddies | Jem Fuller - 815 52:59

2h ago52:59

52:59

Unbeknownst to me upon diving into this chat, I was about to get drawn into an accountability buddy situation with Jem myself. As a result, we're embarking on the science-backed Pennebaker Method of Journaling as both of us had previously learned about via Andrew Huberman. I'm pretty excited actually, can't wait to share the experience with you in …

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F$%k Ya 'Prince Charming' Fairytale | Alisha Burns - 814 46:21

1h ago46:21

46:21

Prince Charming, huh? What a story we have been told and sold all this time. He'll come along and pick us out from the crowd. He'll sweep us off our feet and together we'll fall in love. He'll kneel before us with the biggest diamond you ever did see, and we'll say YES and have babies and all live happily ever after. Right? In MOST cases, hell no! …

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The One Leg Wonder | Don Elgin - 813 47:07

2h ago47:07

47:07

Do you ever meet someone and immediately feel your energy soaring just from their presence and outlook? Tune into this chat, and you'll experience exactly that as you listen to Don Elgin. He's an Australian Paralympian, speaker, and author, and I absolutely adored soaking up his enthusiasm and insights. Born missing 'a little bit of leg,' Don didn'…

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Life, Stress, Burnout, Business & You | Bobby Cappuccio - 812 1:03:11

23h ago1:03:11

1:03:11

Ah, life. The only time we won't experience stress is when we're done and dusted. Stress is part of the contract, and it's actually a healthy and beneficial response to our environment. But since we were 'put together,' we humans and our environment have evolved (and continue to do so). Now, we are constantly switched on, plugged in, chasing lions …

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Everyone Deserves Dignity & Respect at Work | Skye Charry - 811 51:05

3d ago51:05

51:05

Sexual harassment and sexual discrimination in the workplace sure seem like potentially murky topics to have a banter about on the show. Yet when I settled into this chat with Skye Charry, it became crystal clear that actually, it doesn't have to be at all. This, as you'll hear me note throughout the chat, proved to be every bit as enjoyable and li…

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139 | SAL DI STEFANO - Raising Healthy Kids 46:01

5d ago46:01

46:01

RAISING HEALTHY KIDS with SAL DI STEFANO Sign up for the DAD THE MAN Newsletter for exclusive content and show updates! DISCUSSION POINTS Less work, better results Using fitness as a tool to improve the quality of your life SURPRISING FITNESS ADVICE Most health/fitness content you see is only marketing to sell you something Body image issues in the…

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'This Girl's Trouble' | Marissa Williamson Pohlman - 810 45:00

6d ago45:00

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Well, 'Trouble' sure showed them! Today's guest sure fits this show like a glove (a boxing glove, of course). Marissa Williamson Pohlman knows how to roll with the punches both in the boxing ring, and in life. Their story is one of hardship and challenge from an early age. As a ward of the state, Marissa bounced between 16 foster placements over 5 …

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Health, Hormones & Howling at Full Moons | Harps & Tiff - 809 46:27

8d ago46:27

46:27

Come take a seat as Harps and I have a rather real chitty chat about how us humans navigate our bodies, minds, emotions, and all the data and feedback that comes our way. Between listening to our bodies, listening to the experts, paying attention to our own biofeedback and managing all the spinning plates that play into our physical, mental and emo…

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Fiddling With Cows | Warren Davies (The Unbreakable Farmer) - 808 58:42

10d ago58:42

58:42

In this ep, I'm chatting with Warren Davies, aka The Unbreakable Farmer. Warren opens up about his personal struggles with mental health, highlighting the importance of seeking help and the power of community. His candidness about these challenges is both refreshing and empowering, reminding us all that it’s okay to not be okay and that reaching ou…

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138 | 3 Pillars of Youth Sports 31:36

27d ago31:36

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Only 3 things matter in youth sports Love of the game Character development Skill progression ... in that order .. Sport is an undeniably great medium to inject life lessons into our kids The lessons I learned playing sports as a kid laid a foundation for the character I carry today as a 32 year old man. I am beyond grateful to have had parents who…

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Shifting Gears at 60: From Self-Sabotage to Self-Actualisation | Tony "Jack The Bear" Mantz - 807 59:15

13d ago59:15

59:15

At a point where Tony "Jack the Bear" Mantz is leaping into his 6th decade he's back for a banter on life, the journey, the highs and the lows as he makes the move to shift gears with a new career path and passion. We begin with a chuckle about drawing out some tears and emotion back in our first chat way back in episode 20 (four years ago now), I …

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Is Hustling Killing Your Creativity? | Bobby Cappuccio - 806 54:19

15d ago54:19

54:19

He's back! Our friend Bobby Cappuccio... and bloody hell he's in top form on todays show. Once we cleared the air with some solid cat-daddy talk about Bobby's new fur-kid Houdini, we got stuck into some great banter about if and how hustling might be killing your creativity (you mean 'try harder, work harder' isn't the answer??) We explore how stra…

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Acing Adaptability | Michael Dobbie-Bridges - 805 57:30

17d ago57:30

57:30

It's fair to say Michael Dobbie-Bridges is adaptable... and one hell of an athlete! Oh and on top of that, he's an advocate who has made significant contributions to both sports and disability advocacy in Australia. From a tragic motorcycle accident at 21 to becoming a celebrated Paralympian with six World Cups under his belt in Wheelchair Tennis, …

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137 | TODD CUCCIA - Fitness as a Catalyst for Life 57:22

1M ago57:22

57:22

FITNESS AS A CATALYST FOR LIFE with Todd Cuccia Sign up for the DAD THE MAN Newsletter for exclusive content and show updates! GUEST NOTES Todd is a guy I connected with over social media. His handle is @irun.iwork.idad - and his content is a great mix of those three things: Fitness, work, and family life, which are all pretty relevant for us. He's…

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Nightmare On Natimuk Road | Ben Plunkett - 804 1:08:08

2M ago1:08:08

1:08:08

Despite the title (which will make sense when you listen), there's no nightmare to be found here... well, maybe Ben Plunkett has danced around the edges of what you may call a nightmare or two along the way. But like most difficulties in life (in my opinion), each of his have brought about a shiny side with meaning and purpose. In this chat we mean…

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Life's An Experiment | Mark LeBusque - 803 42:24

1M ago42:24

42:24

What if we approached life as an ongoing experiment, much like a game of Monopoly? How would the weight of our decisions, circumstances, opportunities, successes, and even failures shift and shape our experiences and outcomes? Mark LeBusque joins us again today, bringing his thought-provoking perspectives as we discuss some of our own current "expe…

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Reversing Alzheimer's & Dementia (For Real) | Dr. Heather Sandison - 802 53:12

24d ago53:12

53:12

Reversing Alzheimer's & Dementia... Hang on, what? Up until now we've 'known' Alzheimer's & Dementia to be a degenerative neurological condition for which there is no cure or solution. But today I'm speaking with Dr. Heather Sandison who brings with her evidence of a very different reality emerging around the improvement and reversal of these condi…

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136 | Dad the Man 2.0 - We're back!! 23:05

2M ago23:05

23:05

Today is the day - Dad the Man 2.0 is official live! In today’s episode we’ll cover three quick things: Where we came from - The Dad the Man origin story (Clif’s notes version) (1:55) Where we’ve been - Why we took 6 months off (8:05) Where we’re headed - What you can expect from Dad the Man 2.0 (12:30) Said very simply, Dad the Man is THE place fo…

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Rip Into It! | Grant Siedle - 801 51:00

27d ago51:00

51:00

Who says you can't? Grant Siedle is all about challenging that narrative and proving that the impossible is within reach. One of his standout ventures is Rip Swim, an open water swim through 'The Rip' from Point Nepean to Point Lonsdale. This 3.5km stretch across the entrance to Port Phillip Bay is famed as one of the most thrilling and notorious w…

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Are You Smarter Than You Realise? | Craig Harper - 800 51:07

2M ago51:07

51:07

In this episode, Craig Harper and I discuss the different forms of intelligence. While high IQ is often seen as the pinnacle of intelligence, it doesn't encompass social, emotional, or intrapersonal intelligence, among others. We also touch on the impact of various learning styles on perceived intelligence. Harps admits to being a naturally slow le…

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From Wings to Wheels | Charles Brice - 799 55:49

2M ago55:49

55:49

Charles Brice began his journey into aviation by starting flight classes at the age of 15 and went solo at 16. His aspirations to become a professional pilot however were tragically altered by a motorbike accident at 19, which left him quadriplegic. Sharing his early (and ever-present) love for motorbikes, a passion ignited at the age of four, Char…

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The Blind Visionary | Matt De Gruchy - 798 47:32

2M ago47:32

47:32

When I meet Matt De Gruchy for the first time this year at a Gala event, I could have mistaken him for someone with 20/20 vision... Until I noticed he was 'looking' a little to the left of me when he spoke to me. On the path to losing 96% of his sight to Stargardt's disease, Matt grappled with acceptance, self-isolation, weight-management, and gene…

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I REALLY Hope You're Impressed | Craig Harper 797 46:06

2M ago46:06

46:06

Ever catch yourself 'out to impress', and behaving in ways you assume might gain approval over your usual behaviour? Ever notice how when we observe that trait in others, it's quite off-putting? Ever wonder why we can observe that in others, realise it's off-putting, and still catch ourselves doing it anyway? Human behaviour is a funny thing, and t…

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Digital Disruption: The Disturbing Impact of Still Face Syndrome | Dr. Mark Williams - 796 54:48

2M ago54:48

54:48

Dr. Mark Williams tells me that Still Face Syndrome is real - a consequence of our attention shifting from human interactions to digital devices. The terrifying part is that it's robbing infants of critical emotional development, with repercussions that are hard to imagine. This is just one of the mind-blowing facts Dr. Williams shares in this epis…

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Identity, Trauma & Resilience | Mark Thomas - 795 50:23

2M ago50:23

50:23

In this episode I'm welcoming back Sergeant Mark Thomas, the legend behind The Code 9 Foundation, and we're talking about complexities of identity, trauma, and resilience, particularly within the realm of first responders. Mark shares how he navigates managing his PTSI (PTSD) while simultaneously continuing to serve in the Victoria Police and discu…

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Living Large: Values & Character | Kerryn Vaughan - 794 1:01:04

2M ago1:01:04

1:01:04

Another cracking chat with the wonderful Kerryn Vaughan as we explore some fundamental questions that shape our lives. We explore our values, our character, and why we often sweat the small stuff. And speaking of small, why do we tend to play small in life? In this episode, we get philosophical about how to live well and navigate the inevitable hor…

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Blind Faith: The World's Fastest Blind Man on a Motorcycle | Ben Felton & Kevin Magee - 793 1:10:25

2M ago1:10:25

1:10:25

Imagine riding a motorcycle at a breathtaking speed of 270 kph. Now, picture doing it with your eyes closed, unable to see a thing! That’s the reality for Ben Felton, who couldn’t see a thing even before he even got on the bike. Teaming up with Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix legend Kevin Magee - who has an impressive 36 Grand Prix races under his…

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Murder, Rape & The Unimaginable | Narelle Fraser - 792 1:08:36

2M ago1:08:36

1:08:36

The episode title might sound intense, but the reality is that these kinds of things are happening around us every day, and someone has to handle it. Many times, that someone was former Detective Narelle Fraser (and wow, what a powerhouse she is). She’s definitely not what I expected when I sat down to talk with someone who's been at the coalface o…

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'Little Miss Nobody' | Mark LeBusque - 791 34:55

3M ago34:55

34:55

Another brilliant chat with the wonderful, brutally honest and ever insightful Mark LeBusque in the bag today! We explore our 'stop and go' stories, you know the ones that hold us back or propel us forward, but often run on their own accord in our heads and dictate our behaviour. I discover my internal 'little miss nobody' identity (have you got on…

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Like Skool, But Better. | Gavin McCormack & Dan Lakis - 790 1:04:12

3M ago1:04:12

1:04:12

Today, I had the pleasure of talking with Gavin McCormack and his brilliant friend, Dan Lakis, diving deep into the world of education and learning. What could unfold if us 'grown-ups' and our traditional 'the-way-it's-always-been-done' philosophy stood back for a second to consider taking a new approach to teaching and developing the minds of the …

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An Unlikely Prisoner | Sean Turnell - 789 49:38

3M ago49:38

49:38

Upon meeting Sean Turnell, I can tell you first impressions sure don't conjure up an image of a prisoner. He's brimming with enthusiasm, optimism, and an undeniable zest for life. In fact, Sean had me somewhat perplexed at how he could be so cheerful as someone who had recently been thrown into one of Southeast Asia's most notorious prisons for 650…

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In A Moment, It Will Be Over (Your Life, I Mean) | Tiff Cook - 788 19:47

3M ago19:47

19:47

Join me for a meander down a deep rabbit hole of contemplation about this grand little thing we call 'life'. This journey we're sitting in the middle of (or the beginning, or maybe closer to the end than we even know). What I do know is that we seldom pause to reflect on how fleeting it really is. How insignificant we really are (in relationship to…

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The Truth About Love | Jillian Turecki - 787 47:01

3M ago47:01

47:01

Love. What a minefield it seems to be! People falling in and out of it, chasing it, dreaming of it, yearning for it, crying about it, running from it and some even downright avoiding it at all costs (What? Don't look at me like that.. I have pets!). Jillian Turecki shares thoughts, ideas, suggestions and often, compelling hard truths on her Instagr…

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For The Record: Rap, Relationships & Revolutions | Eloquor & 7'6 - 786 54:59

3M ago54:59

54:59

In this chat, I sit down with hip-hop artist Donny Pelsoczy, who rocks the mic under the alias Eloquor, which means to shout out or express one's self. He's joined by his long-time friend and producer, Seven Six (7'6), and together we dive into the depths of their musical adventures and the powerful bond they've developed along the way. Donny share…

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'I Can't Be Your Only Friend, Mate' | Mark LeBusque - 785 1:03:25

3M ago1:03:25

1:03:25

Today, I'm joined by Mark LeBusque, and we delve into a variety of topics, including the dynamics of making new friends as a couple. Prompted by a loving comment from his much-admired other half, Allison "I can't be your only friend, mate", we explore the importance of having personal time, the impact of first impressions, and the expectations we s…

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Flowdreaming - The Magic Elixir For Manifestation | Summer McStravrick - 784 48:17

3M ago48:17

48:17

From a whole lot of life going wrong, to a whole lot of life going right. Summer McStravrick developed 'Flowdreaming' amidst her own journey of inner healing and the quest for a better life experience and results... Now it's followed by over 180,000 avid flowdreamers across the globe. So, what is it? I hear you say... Thanks for asking! It's a tech…

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The Hormonal Roller Coaster: Insights on Women's Mental Health | Jayashri Kulkarni -783 54:14

3M ago54:14

54:14

In this cracking episode of the show, we are blessed with the brilliant mind of Professor Jayashri Kulkarni, a titan in the world of women's mental health. Jayashri breaks down the intricate dance between hormones and mental health like nobody else. She's not just the top dog at the Monash Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre, she's also been on the f…

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Stop Waiting to Change | Craig Harper - 782 43:14

3M ago43:14

43:14

Good grief... how many of us have been holding out for that perfect moment to transform our lives? Be it our situation, circumstances, lifestyle, career, habits, health, or outcomes. Here we seem to be yearning for improvement & change, but all too often finding ourselves continually engaging in counterproductive behaviors that only set us back. We…

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