Meditation And Visualizations With Dr Kathy Gruver

What would you rather do? A lot of people may enjoy doing one thing more often than another, however we all have our reasons for doing what we do. So what conditions lead you to want to get cozy at home to just relax, or to go outside and play?

Believe it or not, you may actually be in a hypnotic trance right now! Many things that we are exposed to on a daily basis are actually designed to put us in a suggestive hypnotic state. The fact that you're looking at a screen and reading this may indicate that you have been hypnotized by the very device that you're using!  Being in such a state certainly doesn't need to be a bad thing, however there are some situations where you may wish to snap yourself out of it and become more lucid! Take a listen to today's podcast and see just how you may or may not be in a hypnotic state!

In today's episode the burning question is: Are you a leader or a follower?  Kathy and Jason discuss the difference between these two roles, along with what people's tendencies (including their own) are and why. 

Reactive vs. Proactive seems like a black and white subject matter, however you may be surprised to hear that the line between the two may be a little more obfuscated than we think. Kathy and Jason discuss some interesting scenarios that actually seem to blur the line between the two.  So what do you think? Give this episode a listen and let us know what you think these instances would be classified.

elieve it or not there is actually an entire world out there! For a lot of people the only world they know is just their neighborhood. Today Kathy and Jason are here to share some stories of their travels around the world, and to share the benefits that travel can have for other people. So where have you gone to? Where do you want to visit next? and if you haven't got the means to travel internationally, stay tuned to hear a little tip for how you can experience various cultures of the world without having to go too far!

Ever hear the saying "things happen for a reason"? Well today we're going to be talking all about that! Sometimes life gives you lemonade, simply because you're supposed to end up with lemonaide!  Life can be confusing and tough to navigate at times, and when these moments have you upset, just remember that in the end everything will work out just fine.

We have Laurie-Ann Murabito with us to discuss the world of public speaking!  Laurie-Ann shares with us some helpful tips to get started as a speaker, along with some various pitfalls and their solutions when delivering your message.  Reach out to Laurie-Ann at https://www.speakandstandout.com/ and listen to her podcast: Speak and Stand Out with Laurie-Ann at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/be-in-demand-with-laurie-ann-murabito/id1524969833

We have Loddie Foose join the show with us today, to discuss a cause that not only she is involved in, but also Kathy! "Women in Healthcare Give Back" is a group that's main goal is to help women serve their communities while promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion for women in the workplace. Join the HBA Women in Healthcare Give Back group on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12328367/ and learn more about Healthcare Businesswoman's Association at: https://www.hbanet.org/

Sometimes life can get very repetitive. Some people may be fine with the normal everyday routine, but that can lead to one's life feeling stagnant. If you're feeling bored with your day to day life, today's podcast can be a good one to check out!

Are you curious about Psychedelics or Sacred Medicine? There is a lot of recent scientific research and documentaries about the topic and many people are curious and starting to experiment. Perhaps you've been doing your own research or feeling curious. Look no further. We have Carlos Casados on the #fireandearth #podcast who has 32 years of experience working with sacred medicines and guiding others on this path. He has shared his Medicine Work with early psychedelic researchers and pioneers of psychedelic medicine as well as with traditional Medicine Workers from Mexico and Peru. Additionally Carlos is a master hypnotist, NLP expert, and developmental coach. He co-founded Sacred Medicine Journeys and is the owner of Hypnotherapy Breakthrough in Orange County CA. Reach out to Carlos at: https://www.sacredmedicinejourneys.com/

Is there ever a good time for emotions to be present in the workplace? Most of us would probably say "no" and leave it at that. Well in today's episode Kathy and Jason are going to discuss when... Or IF emotions can be a good thing in a work setting!

As time has gone on, swear words have become more and more acceptable. Just a few decades ago many of these words were seen as taboo. Shit... George Carlin was thrown in jail because of it! So in today's day and age, what is your stance on swear words?

Emotional intelligence is recognizing that we are emotional beings that initially respond to life events emotionally rather than rationally. Through this recognition of our human tendencies this allows us to instead ignore the emotional reactions to things, and come up with a rational response to any event that may arise. With that being said, we have Robert Grossman with us today to discuss how we can become emotionally intelligent individuals! Learn more about Robert, and register for one of his upcoming webinars at: blackdiamondleadership.com

Today's episode has to do with embracing who you are and being unapologetic about it! Long hair, no hair, red hair, comb over... It's all about being proud of who you are and living your life however you wish!

Kathy and Jason take on one of their short questioned episodes discussing how they organize their lives and the benefit of piles files and lists.

Today Kathy and Jason are discussing rejection and how they both interpret it.  Often times the fear of rejection can hold people back in life, and how difficult it may be, we can train ourselves to become okay with hearing "no"! Once that fear is overcome we can open many new doors that may not have otherwise been available to us. 

On today's episode of #fireandearth we have Alan Stein Jr. to share with us his brand new book "Sustain Your Game"!  For quite a number of years Alan has been a Basketball Performance Coach for a lot of the biggest names in the NBA. Having worked with these amazing athletes over the years Alan has taken a lot of lessons he has learned in that field and has applied it to the world of business and becoming a key note speaker. Kobe Bryant, LeBron James or Steph Curry may be peak performers in their craft, but anyone has the ability to be at the top of their game in their chosen crafts.  Alan's book "Sustain Your Game" as well as his first book "Raise Your Game" share the methods that the greats use to become the best that they can be, and shows you how those methods and teachings can be applied to your life to make you great at whatever avenues in life that you want to pursue! Learn more about Alan, his book, or what services he provides at:  https://alansteinjr.com/

In today's episode we discuss the question "Do you think everyone should have a back-up plan?"  For a lot of situations back up plans can be good, however life can also bring situations where a back-up plan can be detrimental. Listen in today to hear our opinions on what situations do and don't merit a plan-B. 

Sometimes it's nice to spend some stress free time getting in touch with our younger selves. One great way to do that is to revisit the old cartoons that we used to enjoy watching so much! In today's episode Kathy and Jason discuss their favorite cartoons and what their takeaways were from them. 

What kind of socks do you wear... If any at all? For an item that seems so irrelevant, socks are a great way to express yourself! Believe it or not a lot of social constructs revolve around the socks we wear as a part of our entire outfit. Wear a suit... Wear a tie... A lot of these dress codes tend to stifle our own creative expression, and today we discuss how you can show your unique side through SOCKS!