Best Meredith Bell Podcasts (2024)

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Creating The Ultimate Coach Concentrated - Amy Blake Hardison 45:51

5h ago45:51

45:51

In the latest episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, host Ipek Williamson welcomes Amy Blake Hardison, the co-author of "The Ultimate Coach" and its new adaptation, "The Ultimate Coach Concentrated". Amy shares the inspiration behind the creation of the concentrated version of the book, emphasizing how a conversation with a young reader from India …

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285: Strategies for Making Good Decisions 46:34

2d ago46:34

46:34

There’s a skill that’s critical for success in every aspect of life, and that’s the ability to make good decisions. This episode’s guest, Kandis Porter is co-author with previous guest Damon Lembi of a must-read book on this topic: Good Decisions Equal Success: Stop Decision Anxiety and Start Taking Action. After listening to this conversation, you…

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Creating The Ultimate Experience - Birmingham - Matt Evans 45:47

10d ago45:47

45:47

What’s it like to commit to the creation of a live event and then follow through to ensure it’s a transformational experience for every participant? Matt Evans, with his outstanding team, accomplished that audacious goal with The Ultimate Experience in Birmingham in May, 2024. You’ll be inspired as he describes to host Meredith Bell the many elemen…

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284: You Can Grow Strong Character 35:26

11d ago35:26

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Character has always been essential for anyone in a leadership position. But what exactly IS character? And is it a fixed aspect of who you are, or can it be developed? In this episode, you’ll learn the answers to those questions from a special guest, Denny Coates, who’s been Meredith’s business partner for almost 33 years. He’s the CEO of Grow Str…

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283: How You Can Develop an Aligned Mindset 43:57

15d ago43:57

43:57

What role does mindset play in achieving your greatest work and personal goals? It’s the foundation for everything! In this inspiring and valuable conversation, Sohee Jun, Ph.D., explains why that is true. We discuss several key ideas from Sohee’s latest book, The Aligned Mindset: Secrets of High-Achieving Women for Navigating Work and Life. Sohee …

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282: Creating the Conditions That Allow Others to Be Creative and Thrive 51:40

18d ago51:40

51:40

It’s not easy to make the transition from high-performing individual contributor to manager in an advertising agency (or in any industry, for that matter). TJ Bennett knows that first-hand because he was promoted to leadership roles with no advance preparation…and no training once he was in the position. In this episode, TJ shares lessons he learne…

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Mind Management as A Path to Freedom - Lisa Kneller 23:52

25d ago23:52

23:52

In this engaging episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, host Ipek Williamson interviews Lisa Kneller, a Life Purpose and Reinvention Life Coach specializing in helping women navigate midlife transitions. With a fascinating journey that includes careers in advertising, yoga instruction, higher education, and life coaching, Lisa shares her insights o…

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281: How to Become “Perfectly Flawsome” 48:23

25d ago48:23

48:23

Have you ever thought of yourself as a perfectionist, or do you know someone who is? In this episode, you’ll learn a new term—and a way of being—that will give you a new sense of freedom. Michele Molitor has been helping her clients achieve greater joy and satisfaction in their lives for more than 20 years, and you’re going to love what she has to …

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280: How Xperigo Built an Award-Winning, High-Performance Culture 50:11

1M ago50:11

50:11

It’s not easy to create a strong, positive culture, and it’s even more challenging to sustain it for 10 years. That’s exactly what Dan Turner and his team have done at Xperigo. And instead of resting on this accomplishment, Dan continues to raise the bar for himself and for his company. Dan has been President and CEO at Xperigo since 2019. He’s als…

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Making The Shift From Doing To Being - Jennifer Nielson 49:28

1M ago49:28

49:28

Who would you be if you stripped away all your accomplishments? That’s one of the questions Jennifer Nielson examined as she realized she’d spent her entire life focused on pushing, doing, and seeking recognition instead of simply being. In this deeply personal conversation with host Meredith Bell, Jennifer describes the direction her life took as …

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279: Why Leaders Must Be Accountable, Awake, and Aware 49:16

1M ago49:16

49:16

Do you have a daily mindfulness practice? If you don’t—or you’re not even sure what that is—you’ll find out from guest Pamela Stambaugh why such a practice is an essential part of your day. In this valuable conversation, Pamela explains why focusing on who you are being (BE) needs to precede the actions you take (DO) and the results you want to ach…

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278: A Progress Maker’s Journey to Freedom 49:36

2M ago49:36

49:36

What if you landed your dream job and discovered that it didn’t deliver the fulfillment you were seeking? That’s what happened to Johannes Leerink, and it happened more than once in his career. In this conversation, he shares that journey with us. You’re going to love hearing his story as well as the insights he gained along the way, all of which l…

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The Vibrancy of Being - Martha Jeffers 31:35

2M ago31:35

31:35

In this episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, host Ipek Williamson welcomes Martha Jeffers as her guest while Martha shares insights from her profound journey, which includes obtaining a Master’s in Spiritual Psychology and her life-altering experience walking the Camino de Santiago. She reflects on her shift from corporate life to embracing a coa…

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277: Build Your Cultural Agility As a Leader 47:32

2M ago47:32

47:32

What’s required to work effectively with people from different cultures? Paula Caligiuri has been studying this question for 30 years, and she’s created strategies that leverage your natural strengths while developing cultural agility competencies. You’ll gain valuable insights that you can apply immediately when working with diverse populations lo…

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276: Develop a Mindfulness Practice Using The Lovetuner 43:37

2M ago43:37

43:37

This episode is different from any other because the guest, Sigmar Berg, is someone who invented a product that has enhanced the lives of 1000s of people around the world. You’ll find this conversation thought-provoking and enlightening. You’re encouraged to slow down your mind, shift away from what you need to DO, and focus on being fully present …

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Living in Possibility Instead of Limitation - Chris Smith 57:04

2M ago57:04

57:04

What if you could learn a simple way to create what you DO want instead of what you DON’T want? Chris Smith has dedicated the past 15 years of his life to helping others do just that. In this unforgettable conversation with host Meredith Bell, Chris explains the difference between speaking possibilities to yourself instead of listening to the limit…

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275: How Leaders Create Creators at Plastic Bank 48:34

2M ago48:34

48:34

What would happen if leaders focused on helping each member of their team create a new way of thinking about themselves and others? David Katz has developed a way of thinking where he sees everything that happens as a gift, including the death of his daughter five years ago. This extraordinary man shares what he’s learned over the past 3 years abou…

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274: Change Proof: How to Build Long-term Resilience 59:57

3M ago59:57

59:57

As humans, we’re hardwired to resist change and seek certainty. But that leaves us ill-equipped to thrive in our rapidly changing world. Adam Markel has studied and researched resilience throughout his career. In this conversation, you’ll learn how to become “change-proof,” the title of his latest book, Change Proof: Leveraging the Power of Uncerta…

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Living Life The LAMRON Way - Sachin Sharma 47:31

3M ago47:31

47:31

In this captivating episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, Ipek Williamson speaks with Sachin Sharma, celebrated as the LAMRON Coach, who introduces a refreshing perspective on normalcy and mental health. Sachin tells about his innovative approach, which involves reversing conventional thinking patterns to embrace a life that is anything but ordina…

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273: A Real Commitment to Invest in People Development 48:18

3M ago48:18

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What if you could design and implement a comprehensive program for developing leaders? That’s the opportunity Brian Wallace had when he joined Wintrust Financial Corporation as Chief Learning Officer. He describes the company’s commitment to the development of every person and the investment it’s made in a physical structure to support those traini…

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272: Taking a Stand for the Possibility in Others 51:21

3M ago51:21

51:21

Imagine how you’d feel if someone recognized your true potential—beyond what you thought was possible—and guided you to grow into it. That’s what Caroline Hughes does with each client she coaches. She meets them where they are, gets clarity about where they want to go, and that destination becomes her place to stand for them. You will be inspired a…

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Deepening Awareness Of Yourself And Others - Jim Wilcher 45:32

3M ago45:32

45:32

It was initially devastating when Jim Wilcher’s business imploded 20 years ago. And then he took time to slow down, become introspective, and grow from the experience. Jim shares with host Meredith Bell what he learned about himself during this self-discovery process and how he applies the lessons today in his work with clients. A key aspect of Jim…

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271: Creating a Positive Culture through Connections 51:56

3M ago51:56

51:56

What would it be like to work for a CEO who aspires to be the best example of working together? You’ll hear from someone who IS that CEO in this very special conversation with Darcy Verhun, CEO of Canada Diagnostic Centres (CDC). Darcy sets that intention every day as he works to build a culture of connecting with the team and customers. Canada Dia…

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270: Love As a Business Strategy 50:07

4M ago50:07

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We don’t often hear the word LOVE used when describing the workplace. That’s about to change in this conversation with Jeff Ma and Chris Pitre, as we discuss their Wall Street Journal best-selling book, Love As a Business Strategy. Written with two other senior leaders at Softway, the four authors identified six core pillars as a result of their jo…

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Coming Out of Hiding - April L. Dodd 36:36

4M ago36:36

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In this enlightening episode of The Ultimate Coach podcast, host Ipek Williamson sits down with April L. Dodd, a renowned transformational coach whose life work is dedicated to empowering women to lead lives filled with purpose, joy, and fulfillment. April shares her transformative journey from her early days as a music teacher to her evolution int…

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269: Experience Rules with Your Customers and Your Employees 41:07

4M ago41:07

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No matter what leadership role you have, what you and your team do on a daily basis affects your customers, either directly or indirectly. Do you have systems in place for tracking and managing both the customer experience as well as your employees’ experiences? If you don’t, you’re in for a treat because our guest Michael Hinshaw is an expert in t…

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268: The Power of Thought in Creating Our World 55:04

4M ago55:04

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Have you considered how powerful your thoughts are in determining the way you see and respond to the world? Be prepared to expand your mind as you listen to the insights and unforgettable stories that Michael Neill shares in this conversation. You will not view stress, pressure, and overwhelm in the same way, and you’ll understand why the most powe…

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The Power of Compassionate Self-Forgiveness - Chris Smith 41:06

4M ago41:06

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What if you could create yourself at the beginning of each day so you focus on the possibilities in front of you instead of limitations? Our guest Chris Smith chooses who he is going to be on a daily basis. In this conversation with host Meredith Bell, Chris explores the series of steps he took in order to experience this kind of freedom. Chris des…

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267: Becoming a Master of Change 44:38

4M ago44:38

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You can’t predict which career and life experiences will serve you in the future. Yet each one can prepare you for your next adventure if you become skillful in handling change. Terry Yoffe gives a masterclass in describing events from her early years and from her various jobs that helped prepare her to be an extraordinarily effective coach with he…

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266: Why Failing Is a Part of Winning 49:10

5M ago49:10

49:10

Whether you’re an entrepreneur or leader of a team, you’ll benefit from the life wisdom that Gary Polk shares in this special conversation. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the value of failure or losses. Gary also explains why he’s a big believer in the triple bottom line, which includes “People, Planet, Profit.” Gary is a Black businessman, …

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You Are Simply Infinite - ĐƠN GIẢN 31:50

5M ago31:50

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In this inspiring episode of The Ultimate Coach podcast, the spotlight is on ĐƠN GIẢN (pronounced: Dun Za-an), A.K.A. Dave Berman. He is an unconventional coach whose style and mission continuously evolve along with his way of being. These days, ĐƠN GIẢN establishes imagination partnerships, co-creating experiences pointing people to their infinite…

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265: Leading through Major Changes 41:47

5M ago41:47

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Many mergers and acquisitions are dismal failures, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Find out how Sikko Zoer created buy-in and achieved a positive transformation when combining two very different divisions after an acquisition. So many of the actions Sikko took can be used by leaders on a daily basis. Sikko has more than 15 years of experience i…

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264: Leading Young Adults and Junior Professionals 49:13

5M ago49:13

49:13

Often leaders struggle with the best way to develop members of the younger generation entering the workforce. You’ll get great ideas and practical tips for Ariana Tadler in this high-energy conversation. Helping young adults create a successful career is a deep passion project for Ariana, based on her experience as an attorney, business owner, ment…

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Taking A Stand For The Greatness In Others - Caroline Hughes 48:22

5M ago48:22

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Have you wondered how the concept of BEING can be applied in the workplace? Wonder no more! Caroline Hughes shares with host Meredith Bell the approach she takes with corporate leaders to help them discover that the way they “show up” impacts their relationships and outcomes. Caroline describes how she creates a “container” that gives her clients t…

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263: Tips for Creating Agreements and Psychological Safety 46:15

5M ago46:15

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Want to get some practical tips for being an effective leader and hear some unforgettable stories at the same time? This conversation with Ron Reich is a must-listen! Ron draws from his own experiences in the corporate world and from his 30 years of training and development and consulting experience. You’ll come away with new ideas for handling sit…

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262: Claim Your SWAGGER and Thrive 46:38

6M ago46:38

46:38

What comes to mind when you hear the word SWAGGER? If it has a negative connotation for you, prepare to be persuaded differently! Jennifer Mrozek Sukalo has created a powerful acronym that we explore in this lively conversation, based on her new book, Claim Your SWAGGER: Stop Surviving and Start Thriving. You are sure to want to take notes as we di…

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I Am Pure Gold - Dorothy Martin 41:01

6M ago41:01

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In this episode of the Ultimate Coach podcast, host Ipek Williamson engages in a captivating conversation with Dorothy Martin, a seasoned health strategist, organizational well-being consultant, and behavioral change expert. Dorothy shares her transformative journey from burnout to a renewed understanding of stress and well-being. The catalyst for …

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261: A Time to Lead: Mastering Your Self 51:48

6M ago51:48

51:48

A lot of emphasis is placed on leadership behaviors, but it all starts within. What must a leader do to master Self? In this value-packed conversation with Craig Dowden, you’ll learn about the 7 areas included in his best-selling book, A Time to Lead: Mastering Your Self… So You Can Master Your World. Craig unpacks what leaders can do in each of th…

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260: Discover the Matrix with Integrity 47:53

6M ago47:53

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Do you remember Neo’s choice of the blue pill or the red pill in the movie, The Matrix? Angela Cusack explores this choice in the context of leaders and their ability to decide on the level of integrity they want to have with themselves and with others. It all hinges on the desire to break through illusions that keep us safe and do the work to beco…

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Being Perfectly Imperfect - Tom Lipinski 46:26

6M ago46:26

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What happens when you let go of the attempt to be perfect? In Tom Lipinski’s case, he felt relief as he realized that his efforts focused on a desire to look good. He came to realize that he was focusing on himself instead of being in the present moment. You’ll enjoy—and probably relate to—the other lessons Tom has acquired in his journey of BEING …

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259: Lessons from a Learn-It-All Leader 46:25

6M ago46:25

46:25

What’s the difference between a Learn-It-All leader and a Know-It-All Leader? That’s just one of many questions Damon Lembi answers in this value-packed conversation. Damon is an excellent example of a leader who’s been focused on his own growth and equally committed to helping members of his team become the best versions of themselves. For nearly …

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258: Overcoming Hurdles to Change the Face of Leadership 53:37

6M ago53:37

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What’s the evidence that women face unique hurdles in advancing to executive leadership roles? Jennifer McCollum shares the data based on 25+ years of research conducted by Linkage. The facts are real. In this conversation, we focus on the actions women can take to overcome these hurdles – and what men can do to be effective allies and executive sp…

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Keeping It Real - Dominic London 50:58

7M ago50:58

50:58

Some of the kindest and most heart-centred people are those who have known suffering, despair, loss and have found their way out of such depths. Dominic London is such a person. He was on a trajectory to end up in prison like his father and today he is a serial entrepreneur and high performance coach, husband and father of 3 beautiful kids. His aut…

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257: How the CEO of Silicon Signs Lives His Purpose Every Day 53:03

7M ago53:03

53:03

What does it take to make the transition from being a star athlete in college to a successful business owner? Meet Chase Dalton, CEO of Silicon Signs, who did just that. Chase is an extraordinary leader who lives daily the focus of this podcast, to Grow Strong Leaders, by developing himself and his people. You are sure to be moved by the stories he…

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Creating an Extraordinary Life Without Regrets - Dr. Jamil Sayegh 33:12

7M ago33:12

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In this soul-stirring episode, Dr. Jamil Sayegh unfolds a personal odyssey sparked by a life-altering moment at 19 when his intuition altered the course of destiny. From caring for his father after a near-fatal aneurysm to drawing parallels with the hero's journey, Jamil weaves a narrative of growth, presence, and authenticity. Join him and Ipek wh…

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256: A Leader’s Impact on Culture and the Employee Journey 43:09

7M ago43:09

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Do you know of a leader who worked with the same team of people for 12 years? Russel Lolacher achieved that feat. In this interview, Russel reveals exactly what he did to create the environment that caused every person to want to stay and give their best effort. You’ll learn valuable strategies that you can implement immediately with your own team.…

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255: The Importance of Growing Your People 45:07

7M ago45:07

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Mark is the CEO of Northeast Sequoia Private Client Group, a national financial planning and wealth management firm. He is passionate about empowering entrepreneurs to achieve multigenerational wealth by providing personalized strategies that focus on emotional fitness, wealth accumulation, and a plan that can work under all circumstances. His unwa…

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Being Self-Love - Rachel Madorsky 48:39

8M ago48:39

48:39

Do you unconditionally love and accept yourself? You will gain a deeper appreciation for the importance of this as you listen to Rachel Madorsky share her brilliant insights with host Meredith Bell. You’ll discover the one statement that The Ultimate Coach Steve Hardison made that immediately shifted her thinking about the importance of self-love. …

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254: What Dr. Mark Goulston Is Dying to Tell You 58:12

8M ago58:12

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How would you respond if you learned you had an illness that is likely to shorten your life? My guest Dr. Mark Goulston got that news, and it was a major wake-up call for him. He was inspired to create a series of videos on YouTube called, “I’m Dying to Tell You.” This is a conversation you’ll want to listen to multiple times because it’s packed wi…

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Interview with Dr. Paul Jenkins on Positivity and Perspective 54:05

8M ago54:05

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In this episode, I talk with Dr. Paul Jenkins, best-selling author of Pathlogical Positivity about how to deal with shifts and changes in your life with a different and better outlook and how decisions around your thinking affect the outcomes you have in your life. Dr. Paul is a clinical psychologist specializing in the science and practice of posi…

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