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IN THIS EPISODE I interview Baywatch Lifeguard, Lifeguard Ironman Champion, Firefighter & Parkinson's fighter, Michael Newman. We explore Mike's experience as a Lifeguard and firefighter as well as his fight with Parkinson's disease. He shares with us his strengths and challenges will maintaining his lifestyle and fighting Parkinson's.   GUEST INTRODUCTION Michael Newman was a Los Angeles County lifeguard and firefighter for over 20 years. He is known for his role on the hit TV series Baywatch playing a fictional lifeguard sharing his real name. He became an actor on the show after having been originally hired as a consultant, making him the only real lifeguard featured on the show. Newman is also a four time National Ironman Champion. Which he competed in all over the world.  In November 2011, Newman revealed that he had been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease after seeking medical attention for a hand tremor.    ADVICE   Don't give up

IN THIS EPISODE I interview Lego Brick Artist, Nathan Sawaya. We explore Nathan's journey from being a New York City Corporate lawyer to quitting his job to pursue his passion of becoming an artist using 100% Lego Bricks!   GUEST INTRODUCTION Nathan Sawaya is an award-winning artist who creates awe-inspiring works of art out of some of the most unlikely things. His global touring exhibitions, THE ART OF THE BRICK, feature large-scale sculptures using only toy building blocks: LEGO® bricks to be exact. His work is obsessively and painstakingly crafted and is both beautiful and playful. Previously a NYC corporate lawyer, Sawaya is the first artist to ever take LEGO into the art world and is the author of two best selling books. His unique exhibition is the first of its kind to focus exclusively on LEGO as an art medium and has broken attendance records around the globe. The creations, constructed from countless individual LEGO pieces, were built from standard bricks beginning as early as 2002. Saway

IN THIS EPISODE I interview Health, Life & Business Coach, Diego Miranda. We explore Diego's passion for helping people and his philosophy for success in life. We also dive in to his journey from being an elite tennis player to becoming a health, business and life coach.   GUEST INTRODUCTION Diego Miranda is a bilingual (English, Portuguese) certified peak performance life/health and business coach, certified by the Robbins and Madanes Training Center, Robbins Research International, International Coach Federation (ICF), and Coach Training Alliance (CTA). As a certified life coach, strategic intervention coach, and breakthrough specialist, Coach Miranda specializes in peak performance results coaching to guide his clients to live their best lives as the best versions of themselves. He has an in-depth working knowledge of coaching in personal and business settings to achieve overall improvements in health, fitness, vitality, and quality of life, with a focus on present and future-oriented goals and ac

IN THIS EPISODE I interview "Sexy Boss" Heather Havenwood. We explore Heather's journey from creating a $1 million company in one year to bankruptcy to a year on a remote island back to crushing it in business. We discuss the many lessons she learned along the way, one of them being how to fail and love it. GUEST INTRODUCTION Heather Ann Havenwood, CEO of Havenwood Worldwide, LLC and Chief Sexy Boss, is a serial entrepreneur and is regarded as a top authority on internet marketing, business strategies and  marketing. Since marketing her first online business in 1999, bringing together clients and personal coaches, she has played an active role in the online marketing world since before most even had a home computer. In 2006 she started, developed and grew an online information marketing publishing company from ground zero to over $1 million in sales in less than 12 months. Starting without a list, a product, a name or an offer, Heather Ann molded her client into a successful guru now known as a

IN THIS EPISODE I interview "Advanced Adulting Skills" Coach, T.A. Somers. We discuss T.A.'s transition from being socially disconnected being diagnosed with autism to becoming a Public Speaker, Mentor and Coach. We discuss her secrets to taking control of your life and living the life you want.  GUEST INTRODUCTION T. A. Somers is a Professional Tall Person. A U. S. Army Veteran, T. A. has built an online academy to teach, "Advanced Adulting Skills," that she discovered on the journey from non-emotive to public speaking, motherhood and entrepreneurship. Learn more at    Find more info about T.A.: www.TAtells.com  Periscope: TAtells  Twitter: TAtells  Facebook: TATellsIt  YouTube: TATellsLynchburg  Teachable: Tatells.Teachable.com THE CHALLENGE Physically write with a pen/pencil on paper one full page of whatever thoughts come to mind, everyday!! LINKS www.TAtells.com  Periscope: TAtells  Twitter: TAtells  Facebook: TATellsIt YouTube: T

IN THIS EPISODE I interview National Geographic Photographer, Justin Bowen. We discuss Justin's journey becoming a photographer and some of the amazing adventures photography has taken him on as well as lessons learned from his experiences. We discuss the power of being vulnerable and the magic that happens when you open up and allow yourself to feel.  GUEST INTRODUCTION Justin is a Utah based photographer who is passionate about exploring the outdoors through his camera.  Justin has traveled the world extensively documenting it's people. He has traveled to central America several times as a photographer with Operation Smile. He spent one month in India photographing the Lepcha people in the Sikkim region. He has worked as a photographer for the World Golf Tour and as photo director for a Utah Hospital Task Force in response to the Haiti Earthquake of 2010. In 2012, Justin joined Canon's Photography in the Parks program teaching photography workshops in national parks, includi

IN THIS EPISODE I interview Lifestyle Photographer, Photography Educator, Life & Business Consultant and Mentor Natalie Norton. We discuss Natalie's journey from being a photographer and business consultant to being a life coach and mentor. We discuss the connections between improving yourself and improving your business. She explains the power of being authentic and vulnerable.  GUEST INTRODUCTION Natalie Norton is a lifestyle photographer, photography educator, life and business consultant and mentor. For the past 10 years Natalie has traveled the world capturing people's special moments. As a photography educator, Natalie has influenced millions. In recent years Natalie has transitioned her focus to helping you shine your light as a Life Coach and Business Consultant. To learn more about Natalie and how she can help you, visit http://natalienortonblog.com/ HIGHLIGHTS Natalie discusses the benefits and power of making yourself vulnerable and being authentic. She shares her organic journey fro

IN THIS EPISODE I interview world traveler, author, speaker and mentor Greg Denning. We discuss Greg's journey from being alone and on the streets to living his family's dream life traveling the world! We discuss his humble beginnings and how he got over being the victim. He shares with us his biggest lessons learned and how to overcome the fear of getting out and making yourself vulnerable.  GUEST INTRODUCTION For the the past 9 years Greg Denning has created his family's dream life. Traveling the world with his wife Rachel and 6 children, with number 7 on the way. The Denning family spends their time exploring, learning and serving the people they encounter.  Greg is an author, speaker and mentor. You can find out more at gregdenning.com. HIGHLIGHTS Greg discusses the benefits of living outside your comfort zone and being a risk taker. He shares some amazing stories and lessons from his many travels. He is passionate about the power of education from books as well as people. Finall

IN THIS EPISODE I interview USA Olympic Water Polo Coach Jack Kocur. We discuss Jack's experience as an athlete and coach! We discuss what he looks for in the optimal player, he shares with us what would surprise you about working with the best water polo players in the world and finally, how the key to success is how you view failure.  GUEST INTRODUCTION Jack Kocur is an elite water polo player and coach. As a player he was a first-team All-American and a member of Pepperdine's 1997 national championship team. He also competed in more than 125 international games with the U.S. National Team. In 2008, Kocur was named MPSF Co-Coach of the Year as he lead his team to a No. 2 national ranking. As an assistant coach for the USC Men's Water Polo Team  he helped lead the Trojans to their fifth straight NCAA Championship in 2012. As a staff member Kocur helped the University of the Pacific to the NCAA Championship match in 2013. He became an assistant coach to the US Olympi

IN THIS EPISODE I interview Paige Sorensen. We discuss Paige's experience as an entrepreneur, an athlete and a mother, and how she is able to juggle it all! We discuss the challenges of working and raising a family. She shares experiences overcoming fears and leveraging her strengths to succeed. We discuss the power of having a mentor and support system.  GUEST INTRODUCTION Paige was born and raised in San Diego where she learned the art of finding hidden clothing treasures at thrift stores.  She owned a clothing boutique in a popular college town which led her to an exciting career as a personal stylist over the last 10 years.  She has combined her 2 passions, fashion and essential oils, and now travels all over teaching about oils and how to find identity and confidence in clothing. She loves to empower others to feel amazing inside and out.  She has 3 children and a fantastically dressed husband. HIGHLIGHTS Paige shares the challenges of opening a boutique and the streng

IN THIS EPISODE I interview my brother Andy Pierce. We discuss Andy's experience breaking his femur surfing 15 ft. Sunset Beach, Hawaii! He tells the story of exactly what happened and we discuss the mental toughness that it took to not drown during his horrific experience. He talks about how his ability to focus on his breathing is what kept him from passing out. Then we discuss how being in the present moment can literally save your life. GUEST INTRODUCTION Andy Pierce in addition to being my brother, he is an extremely talented surfer. He is finishing up his Masters in Sport Psychology from the National University. In 2010 Andy suffered a broken femur while surfing Sunset Beach, Hawaii. He shares his experience and the strength he received from it. HIGHLIGHTS Andy walks us through his horrific experience highlighting the thoughts that kept him alive. He talks about how remaining optimistic helped him overcome his weaknesses and fears. We also discuss how to replace destructive thoughts with productiv

IN THIS EPISODE I interview IronMan Tim Vidmar. We discuss Tim's experience going from being a surfer/skater to becoming an IronMan! We discuss the major ingredients to becoming an IronMan. What it takes to become and IronMan and the challenges he faced. His failures and how to get past them as well as his weaknesses and strengths. GUEST INTRODUCTION Tim Vidmar is an extremely talented skateboarder and surfer. He has an MBA from the University of California, Irvine and works as the Racewear Planning Manager at Fox Head, Inc. Until a few years ago Tim had never run, bike or swam competitively. All that changed when he committed to becoming an IronMan. HIGHLIGHTS Tim walks us through what it takes to become an IronMan. His experience with failure, overcoming his weaknesses and leveraging his strengths. We also discuss the benefits of having a mentor and coach. THE CHALLENGE Do something hard! I know we each have something difficult that has been weighing on our mind. We've been waiting for the perfect tim

IN THIS EPISODE I interview one of the founders of Professional Surfing Randy Rarick. We discuss the progression and history of professional surfing, the recipe of the ultimate competitive surfer, the key to living with no regrets and the main ingredient for a happy and successful life. GUEST INTRODUCTION Rarick is a legendary surfer and surfboard shaper and has been an integral part of Professional Surfing since it's inception. Rarick along with 1968 world champion Fred Hemmings organized the first International Professional Surfing organization the International Professional Surfers (IPS) world circuit, precursor to the Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) tour, now known as World Surf League (WSL). Rarick has organized and directed countless Professional Surf Competitions including The Triple Crown of Surfing, a long time resident of Sunset Beach, HI Rarick continues surfing and shaping to this day. HIGHLIGHTS What is the recipe to make the ultimate competitive surfer? What strengths most co

IN THIS EPISODE I interview Mental Strength and Conditioning Coach Sports Psych Mike! (Mike Hatfield). We discuss some of the keys to Performance in sports, business and life including the benefits of Meditation, utilizing an Effective Readiness Routine and Maximizing your morning. GUEST INTRODUCTION Mike is a Mental Strength and Conditioning Coach. He works with athletes, teams, individuals, and organizations from amateur to elite. He trains military: Special Forces, Marines and Air Force, as well as business professionals with the aim of helping them deal mentally with the demands of the sport/job/life, and to improve their personal development and performance. HIGHLIGHTS What are the benefits of Diaphragmatic Breathing? What does your optimal morning look like? If you could only choose one, what is the most important mental skill? THE CHALLENGE Meditate for a minimum of 3 minutes everyday this week! You got this! LINKS http://www.sportspsychmike.com/ Facebook Instagram SUBSCRIBE iTunes  Brain Wa

IN THIS EPISODE I interview Bestselling Author and entrepreneur Richie Norton. We discuss some major ingredients to success in business and life including taking massive imperfect action, facing fears and maintaining motivation. Richie gave each of you with a free gift! The 76 Day Challenge!!! GUEST INTRODUCTION Richie is the bestselling author of The Power of Starting Something Stupid and Résumés Are Dead and What to Do About It. He is an international speaker, business development consultant and serial entrepreneur. Richie has been featured in Forbes, Businessweek, Young Entrepreneur, Huffington Post and other national publications. HIGHLIGHTS How do you overcome debilitating fear? How do you maintain motivation when you're NOT motivated? What makes you most uncomfortable? What advise would you give a budding entrepreneur? THE CHALLENGE Face one of your fears THIS WEEK! Decide on what fear to face, create a deliberate plan and execute your plan! THIS WEEK!!  You got this!! LINKS The Power of Starting

IN THIS EPISODE I introduce you to The Brain Waves Performance Podcast! I explain our objectives and goals, give an overview of the structure of the podcast and show notes. I introduce myself, my background and experience and answer the question, Is this podcast for me? HOST INTRODUCTION Chris Pierce is a Sport Psychology Performance Adviser and Coach with a Masters Degree in Sport Psychology from California State University, Fullerton and has extensive experience training Professional Athletes, Special Forces Soldiers and Entrepreneurs. HIGHLIGHTS Is this Podcast for me? Podcast Structure, Show Notes Structure, Objectives, Goals. Introduction to Host Chris Pierce. THE CHALLENGE Subscribe to The Brain Waves Podcast. Share The Brain Waves Podcast with a friend. LINKS Brain Waves Performance Facebook Instagram SUBSCRIBE iTunes Brain Waves Performance Did you enjoy the podcast? Please share with me your thoughts on the show! Join us on: Facebook || Twitter || Instagram Music Credit: Tear Down This Wall! by Lo