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July 21, 2025 65 mins
Ever wondered what it takes to shift from a life of constant striving and grinding to one filled with purpose, balance, and true abundance? Choosing a life of purpose, balance, and true abundance over a life consumed by relentless striving and grinding is a profound journey of self-discovery. This shift challenges the conventional narrative that success is solely defined by external accomplishments and invites us to reflect on the deeper meaning of fulfillment. Ron “Omani” Carson, Founder and CEO of Carson Group, talks about his transformative journey that has taken him from a life of relentless work to a place of profound fulfillment and balance. His pursuit for holistic success has opened doors for him to explore unconventional paths, from psychedelic therapy to biohacking, red light therapy, and the transformative power of intentional living. In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Ron joins Darius to talk about his personal transformation, highlighting a realization that no financial achievement could bring sustained happiness. The conversation also delves into the importance of living with intention, debunking the myth that grinding through life is necessary sacrifice for success. The discussion extends to mindfulness and the significance of self-care.  Topics include: What motivated Ron to pursue a career in financial planning The secret behind the success of Carson Group The importance of aligning the interests of consumers, employees, and shareholders in a conscious capitalism model The concept of abundance versus scarcity Finding and doing what one loves to avoid the myth of paying unnecessary dues The value of intentional living and aligning actions with a deeper purpose Overcoming the scarcity mindset by surrounding oneself with the best people And other topics… Sponsored by: Constant Contact: Try Constant Contact free for 30 days at constantcontact.com. IDEO U: Enroll today and get 15% off sitewide at ideou.com/greatness.  Indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/darius. Shopify: Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/darius.  Connect with Ron: Website: https://www.carsonwealth.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roncarson1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roncarson6/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rchusker  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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