Barrier Busting
The Barrier Busting podcast offers insights, strategies, and inspiring stories that explore practical tips and powerful tools for unlocking our full potential.
Episodes
What happens when your successful business becomes physically impossible to continue? Alex Castronakis joins Matt Brooks to share his compelling journey through multiple career transitions that ultimately led him to find his professional sweet spot.
Starting with the family electronics business, Pittsfield Radio, Alex describes how his first business served as a community hub where transactions were secondary...
What happens when you leave a 30-year teaching career to start fresh in an entirely different field? In this captivating conversation, Norma Kayatsa reveals the challenges, triumphs, and unexpected lessons from her pivot from music educator to successful real estate agent.
Norma's journey begins with an early career detour - studying opera at the prestigious University of Michigan before returning to tea...
Are you struggling with the fear of failure? You’re not alone. Many individuals encounter this daunting barrier, often letting it block potential growth and success. This episode unpacks atychiphobia, highlighting the psychological and emotional layers of this fear.
I'll delve into the roots and symptoms of fear of failure, looking at how past experiences and societal expectations can influence our pre...
Discover the transformative power of intuitive eating in this engaging episode of the Barrier Busting Podcast, with special guest, registered dietitian Heather Fiore, of Free State Nutrition. She'll invite you to explore the importance of listening to your body’s hunger signals and understanding the critical difference between overeating and binge eating.
Join us as we unpack common dietary habits and t...
In this episode, registered dietitian, Heather Fiore, sheds light on how we can redefine our relationships with what we eat. Join us as we explore the complexities of food habits, emotional eating, and the powerful stories we tell ourselves about nourishment. Heather shares her professional insights and personal journey in making peace with food. We discuss the habits that form during childhood, their long-term effect...
Ever wonder how elite performers tackle their stage fright? Join us as we chat with Dr. Jean-Ron Lafond, a distinguished opera performer and educator, who takes us on a journey from the beaches of Haiti to the opera stages and tennis courts, unraveling the mysteries of performance anxiety. Discover how Dr. Lafond's unique blend of vocal science and martial arts principles can help you overcome the mental blocks t...
Performance anxiety can act as a major barrier to achieving personal and professional goals, often stemming from physiological responses and past experiences. Throughout the episode, we dive into the definition, symptoms, risk factors, and effective management strategies for performance anxiety, ultimately empowering listeners to conquer their fears.
• Explanation of performance anxiety and its characteristic...
Unlock the secrets to a clutter-free life as I welcome back Sarah Hackenberg, founder of Grace in Cycles LLC. Sarah sheds light on how the clutter in our spaces can wreak havoc on our mental well-being and stress levels. Learn how organizing your environment isn't just about tossing things out but about creating an efficient, stress-free haven. Sarah shares her experiences and expert strategies that can transform...
Feeling buried under a mountain of mental clutter? Join me as I share some thoughts on how to declutter your mind. This episode of the Barrier Busting Podcast promises to unravel the chaos of cognitive overload that dims our decision-making and clouds our mental clarity. You'll learn to recognize the sneaky link between mental clutter and procrastination, and discover nine actionable strategies to tidy up your me...
What if the key to healthier relationships begins with recognizing the destructive communication patterns we're accustomed to? Dr. Nicole Zmuda, a seasoned social work professor and clinician, helps us uncover the insidious roles of Gottman's Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse--criticism, defensiveness, stonewalling, and contempt in our daily interactions. Witness how these Four Horsemen storm through not just...
Licensed Clinical Social Worker and University Professor with a PHD in Human Sexuality, Dr. Nicole Zmuda, offers a captivating discussion on the critical impact of communication patterns in relationships. We explore John Gottman's groundbreaking concept of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse—criticism, defensiveness, stonewalling, and contempt—as key predictors of relationship challenges.
Discover how th...
What if embracing the chaos of New Year's resolutions could lead you to a year of fulfillment and joy? Join me, Matt Brooks, on the Barrier Busting Podcast as we unlock the secrets behind this ancient tradition, tracing its roots back over 4,000 years to the Babylonians and Romans. Explore why turning the page to a new year holds such symbolic power, yet often leads to resolutions that falter by February. Togethe...
Looking for ways to navigate the complexities of time management? Uncover the secrets behind mastering your mental resources and optimizing productivity with insights from this episode of the Barrier Busting Podcast. Join Matt Brooks as he dissects the true power of understanding personal energy patterns and the art of conducting energy and time audits. Discover why those pesky low-value tasks could be sabotaging your...
Want less stress? Improve your time management skills! On this episode of the Barrier Busting Podcast, Matt Brooks explores why poor time management is a silent saboteur of our mental and physical health. As you tune in, discover personalized strategies to amplify productivity, enhance your reputation, and cultivate a balanced work-life dynamic. We unravel common misconceptions, and instead, guide you towards craftin...
Unlock the secrets of a successful career transition with insights from Jamie Stevenson, who shifted her path from teaching high school social studies to becoming a talent acquisition partner. In this episode, we unpack the various types of career pivots—voluntary, necessary, and obligatory—and offer practical guidance on how to leverage your existing skills to excel in new roles. Jamie shares her story and expertise,...
Unlock the secret to a successful career transition with Jamie Stevenson, a former high school teacher who has mastered the jump from education to talent acquisition. Discover how Jamie utilizes her teaching skills to thrive in the tech recruiting world, collaborating with hiring managers to fine-tune job descriptions and interview processes. We promise you'll gain valuable insights on differentiating essential s...
Want a new beginning? Curious about how to do it? Join us as we explore the awe-inspiring journey of Norma Caiazza, who transformed her decades-long career in teaching and theater direction into a thriving new path as a top realtor. Norma's story is one of courage, creativity, and reinvention, and her journey from Florida to Rhode Island, with a detour through Michigan for opera, is filled with valuable lessons o...
Can the end of one career be the beginning of something greater? Join us on the Barrier Busting Podcast as we unravel the dynamic journey of Financial Advisor, Alex Kastrinakis, whose career pivots are a masterclass in resilience and innovation. From the bustling electronics repair era at Pittsfield Radio to the unforeseen challenges of GE's downsizing, Alex transformed setbacks into stepping stones, proving that...
What if you feel a strong urge to change course in midlife Join me, Matt Brooks, as I sit down with Sarah Hackenberg, who shares her extraordinary journey from a music major to a 20-year veteran in library science, and now a thriving entrepreneur. Sarah's story is one of adaptability and resilience, showcasing how skills honed as a school librarian can seamlessly transition into the world of entrepreneurship with...
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