Learn From People Who Lived it

Learn From People Who Lived it

Navigating painful life circumstances would be easier if they came with a how-to guide. This podcast writes the book! Our show is all about transformation. Mathew Blades, a seasoned radio and television personality, uses his exceptional interview skills to guide individuals in sharing their challenging stories. With the support of our in-house psychologist and psychiatrist, we explore the patterns and strategies that enabled these individuals to transform their lives from a difficult phase to a thriving one.

Episodes

April 28, 2025 29 mins

Humor, Healing, and Resilience with Elaine Lindsay

In this episode, you'll hear: 

  • How our belief system about ourselves is formed—and how to shift it
  • What it's like to live with suicidal ideation
  • Strength in accepting what you can and cannot change

In this episode, Mathew, Dr. Dave Leicken, and Elaine Lindsay explore the power of humor...

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In our final episode in this series, we focused on two main topics: understanding money as a frequency and flow, emphasizing the importance of money movement.

In this episode, you'll hear:
  • Money is not the ultimate supply; it's a frequency and a flow of energy.

  • Currency comes from 'corrente', meaning flow, emphasizing the importance of money movement.

  • Stagnant money doesn't build or serve its purpose; it needs to flow lik...

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This episode explores success as a subjective, evolving concept influenced by life stages (20s, 30s, 40s), emphasizing internal fulfillment through relationships, self-awareness, and alignment with personal purpose over external validation like wealth or career status.

In this episode you'll hear:
  • Success is framed as a subjective, evolving concept that shifts across life stages (20s, 30s, 40s, etc.), emphasizing relationship...

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The session focuses on overcoming 'playing small' in careers through boldness and imagination, using examples like Sarah Blakely's cliff-jumping analogy and Jim Carrey's mindset. It emphasized mindset shifts (e.g., 'act as if' principles) over technical skills, with practical applications in leadership, relationships, and health.

In this episode, you'll hear:
  • The idea that individuals are not defined by their job, relationshi...

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Today we focus on enhancing personal growth through three pillars:

1) Developing self-awareness by managing reactions to stimuli and evaluating self-talk using Stephen Covey/Viktor Frankl principles

2) Releasing negative patterns through physical movement and micro-dosed wellness practices

3) Implementing accessible self-care actions tied to neurotransmitter release and stress reduction.

In this episode you'll hear:
  • Start by ...

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The session emphasizes health as the foundation for ending generational dysfunction, highlighting mindset shifts (e.g., epigenetics, bodily perfection affirmations), actionable steps (diet, sleep, community), and the role of being a 'transitional character' to positively impact future generations. 

In this episode you'll hear: 
  • Health is foundational to ending generational dysfunction and requires proactive care.

  • Mindset sh...

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In this episode we explore spirituality as innate intelligence governing biological processes and universal order. Demonstrated inner voice awareness through 'silent happiness' exercises. 

In this episode, you'll hear:
  • Spirituality is framed as an innate intelligence governing biological processes and universal order, emphasizing its non-religious, non-dogmatic nature.

  • Demonstration of inner voice awareness through the 'sil...

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The Unexpected Gift of Trauma: Finding Growth After Pain with Dr. Edith Shiro

In this episode, you'll hear: 

  • Practical steps to move from trauma to post-traumatic growth
  • Tips for identifying a support group that truly aids your healing journey
  • How generational trauma is passed down through genetics and the power you have to break the cycle
  • <...

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Explores the concept of transitional characters as agents of generational change, using Mathew's career shift and health improvements as case studies. Highlights actionable strategies like confronting avoidance patterns, embracing a 'main character' mentality, and leveraging mind-body connections through psychosomatic examples.

In this episode you'll hear:
  • Definition of a transitional character. Someone who breaks generationa...

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The episode focuses on the concept of tuning out external noise to maintain focus on personal decisions and goals. Key points included the importance of confidence, avoiding distractions, and surrounding oneself with supportive influences. 

In this episode you'll hear:
  • The concept of tuning out the noise involves focusing on one's own decisions and not being swayed by external opinions.

  • The importance of being confident in ...

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This discussion focuses on strategies for personal growth through intentional life changes, including the concept of 'blowing up' unfulfilling structures, taking actionable micro-steps, and navigating transitions with kindness.

In this episode you'll hear:
  • The concept of 'blowing up what you built' involves making significant life changes (careers, relationships, etc.) when existing structures no longer serve personal growth ...

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Breaking Free: Finding Your Path After Trauma and Grief with Kharma Lindsey

In this episode, you'll hear: 

  • The potential of psychedelics to unlock your ability to move forward
  • Practical strategies beyond psychedelics and ketamine therapy
  • The power of finding a purpose greater than yourself
  • Tips for those who feel...
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The role of psychedelics in personal growth and leadership development with Ray Brejcha

Recently, I joined a men's group in San Diego for a psychedelic retreat. We dropped in with a “hikers dose” of San Pedro. I found the day to be wonderful and filled with connection which was the goal of retreat host Ray Brejcha. In this interview we explore the transformative power of psychedelics in personal growth and leadership development, e...

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Blowing Up What You Built & The Social Media Trap: Insights from The Salzburg Executioner

In this episode, you'll hear: 

  • Key questions to ask before making a bold life change
  • What the Salzburg executioner reveals about today’s social media culture
  • Powerful tools to renegotiate your relationship with social media
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Look for a note from Better than Bitter below.

In this episode, you'll hear: 

  • When to contemplate the end of a relationship
  • Strategies for managing nonproductive emotions and thoughts
  • The five-steps to an amicable divorce
  • A powerful exercise to kickstart your self-care

Tania Leichliter is an Amicable Divorc...

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In this episode, you'll hear:

  • The physical and emotional toll cancer takes
  • The importance of mentors
  • How to react intelligently instead of emotionally
  • Tips to remember when going through tough times
  • The role of gratitude, honesty, and resilience

In this episode, Mathew and Ronni...

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Harness Resilient Thinking and Rewrite Your Story with Hope Kelaher

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • How to harness resilience in relationships, breakups, and career challenges
  • The power of reframing perspectives and finding a balance between letting go and caring
  • Techniques to deepen personal awareness and break free from limiting narratives
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January 20, 2025 34 mins

Hey friend! Join me on a deeply personal journey as I explore some fascinating healing modalities. This episode, we're diving into my recent Emotion Code and Reiki session with the wonderful Teresa Porter. She's an expert in this field, and I've trusted her with my healing process for a while now.

Through this session, I tackled some heavy emotions like depression, failure, and pride, all linked subtly to chronic shoulder pain I've...

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Hey there! Get ready to be inspired by our incredible guest, Monie Wilder, a transformational powerhouse who believes in breaking free from the chains of the past to embrace the future fully.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • The power of learning to trust yourself 
  • The strength you can gain from listening to your thoughts and allowing yourself to problem solve 
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Abundance is a Frequency with Cortney McDermott

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • How to identify and align with the frequency of abundance
  • Ways to connect with feelings of abundance and worthiness
  • Strategies for adopting a positive abundance mindset
  • Tools for managing disappointment

In this episode, Mathew and...

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