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E74: Body Image, Self Love & Spirit: Moun D'Simone and Rachel Pringle 0

Jul 25, 2017

Today’s episode is twice as special as usual, because I have twice as many guests! Moun D’Simone and Rachel Pringle are here to talk about breathwork, self-expression, food, spirituality, and reclaiming your wild woman. They’re so devoted to that last point that they came together to found Wild Woman, an immersive women’s workshop that I recently attended and found incredibly moving and inspirational. Listen in as they offer insight into how to discover body love and ways to connect to your true essence.

Connect With Moun and Rachel:

Moun D’Simone on Wild Woman
Moun D’Simone on Instagram
Moun D’Simone on Pinterest
Rachel Pringle on Wild Woman
Rachel Pringle on Instagram
Rachel Pringle on Twitter
Wild Woman

The Mission Log:

[03:12] - Rachel starts things off by talking about how she and Moun met and decided to create Wild Woman. Moun then expands on what Rachel has been saying.
[05:38] - Orion shares her personal experiences in Moun and Rachel’s workshop recently.
[06:57] - Rachel and Moun talk about how working in partnership instead of individually has been for them. Orion then chimes in to talk about how powerful women can be, and the pressure to fit inside a box.
[10:55] - How do Moun and Rachel deal with criticism and rejection when they’re showing their true colors in the world?
[13:39] - Rachel points out how lucky she and Moun are to be surrounded by a high-vibrational community of people willing to see their own issues.
[15:46] - We hear more about the bridge that Rachel and Moun have built between modeling and spirituality.
[16:49] - As two models with perfect bodies, did Rachel and Moun have body image issues? Surprisingly, they both did, and they explain in some detail.
[20:40] - Rachel talks about what having had a bad relationship with food looked like in her past, and talks us through what she has discovered about her diet.
[22:40] - Moun takes a turn talking about her previous unhealthy relationship with food.
[25:33] - What are some of the tools that helped Moun transition into her current, much healthier relationship with eating?
[26:42] - Orion explains the power of breathwork, and then we hear more about it from our guests.
[29:48] - One of the things that Orion particularly liked about the Wild Woman workshop she attended is the physical connection she experienced there.
[31:01] - What advice would Moun and Rachel offer someone who is struggling with an abusive relationship with food?
[33:45] - Rachel and Orion talk about Abraham-Hicks, specifically in relation to food and the importance of your state of mind.
[37:23] - Moun discusses the book Women Who Run With the Wolves and its powerful impact on her.
[38:49] - What is a wild woman?
[42:04] - Rachel and Moun offer advice for going from being a woman who is addicted to the idea of glamour and restricted by the opinions of those around her to blooming into a wild flower.
[46:01] - Orion talks about her Awaken Your Inner Goddess 7-day challenge, sharing the story of one inspirational participant.
[48:01] - Rachel expands on what Orion has been saying, talking about her previous perspective of her sexual and sensual side as being “bad.”
[49:44] - Moun shares her perspective on expressing her sexuality, which was a part of her that was repressed for a long time.
[51:34] - Sexual expression is an empowering thing, Orion explains, talking about her conversation with Jaiya.
[54:04] - Rachel is currently writing an article about the topics that Orion has been discussing.
[55:17] - We hear a story about the impact of Rachel and Moun’s program. Moun then offers a piece of advice that has been successful for their clients.
[58:04] - The recurring thing that comes up in their workshops is that women feel connected to themselves, Rachel explains.
[61:18] - How did Rachel and Moun build their community?
[63:38] - Rachel offers her three top tips for living a stellar life: 1. Community: have like-minded people who support you around you all the time. 2. Self-love. 3. Take joy in every single moment. Moun then responds, elaborating on what Rachel has said.

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E73: Sheila Kelley - The Movement of the Feminine 0

Jul 18, 2017

Sheila Kelley is the founder of a movement called S Factor which is a sensual movement practice that unleashes the feminine mind, body, heart, and soul. Many women today are locked into their masculine energy in ways that show up in their physical movements, even if their other mannerisms and characteristics are strikingly feminine. This is especially visible in the hips and shoulders, which are rigidly locked in many women instead of being loose, flowing, and feminine. Today, we talk about unleashing the feminine body through movement, pole dancing, and more.

Connect With Sheila:

Sheila Kelley
S Factor
@thesheilakelley on Twitter
Sheila Kelley on Facebook
Sheila Kelley on Instagram

The Mission Log:

[02:53] - Sheila gives a brief introduction for listeners who may not yet be familiar with who she is and what she does. She then explains how she got into the kind of movement she now teaches others in S Factor.
[05:01] - What happens when a woman connects with her body?
[06:05] - Sheila talks about some transformations that she has seen in her students.
[07:35] - We hear how Sheila gets her ideas or -- as she puts it -- listens to what the body has to say to her.
[10:36] - Orion takes a moment to share her own experiences with Sheila’s work. Shelia then talks about the difference between who she was at the beginning of this journey and who she is today.
[13:52] - Sheila discusses her ways of infusing love and a sense of sisterhood into her S Factor community.
[16:41] - There is nowhere on the planet for a woman to safely and fully embrace who she is, Sheila points out, which is what S Factor aims to provide.
[17:43] - How can Sheila help a listener who has body shame? In her answer, she shares a story about her three-year-old daughter.
[19:25] - Sheila offers more advice for someone who isn’t feeling great about their body, and she and Orion discuss the importance of movement as an aspect of femininity.
[22:36] - Sheila talks about how to transition from the energy of unguarded (and vulnerable) femininity present in her retreats back into everyday life.
[25:53] - One of the things that Orion loves about Sheila’s method is that women learn it for themselves rather than for other people.
[28:20] - Orion shares a story about her recent experience while driving home from a seminar in San Diego.
[29:01] - Can anyone do pole dancing?
[31:01] - Sheila points out that part of the job of a leader is to help awaken those who don’t know that they’re sleeping.
[32:15] - In Sheila’s perspective, what is the difference between “feminine” and “masculine” energy? She answers, then talks about how to bring one’s feminine side into the business world, which is generally very masculine.
[35:51] - If the feminine doesn’t rise, the whole planet will be a disaster, Sheila explains.
[36:29] - Sheila talks about the primal circle and the important role of femininity.
[38:33] - Orion reveals something she learned on a visit to her family in Israel. Sheila then offers a story of her own about discoveries through travel.
[40:52] - We move on to talking about alter egos and the 10 icons that Sheila mentioned briefly earlier in the conversation. She then discusses how making physical changes can also have emotional impacts.
[45:06] - Sheila lists the icons or energies that she has been talking about. The five light energies are the innocent teaser, the blissful pleaser, the champion, the lustful lover, and the joyful playmate. The darker ones are the naughty provocateur, the dangerous challenger, the ice queen, the deep soulful siren, and the shy reluctant enigma.
[46:33] - Each month this year, S Factor will highlight one of the icons. Sheila takes a moment to talk about the innocent teaser and the ice queen.
[49:16] - Sheila talks about the three-year program that some of the S Factor teachers take, and mentions the book Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges by Amy Cuddy.
[50:00] - Sheila lists places where listeners can find her.
[50:11] - What are Sheila’s three quick tips to living a stellar life? 1. Move your body. 2. Breathe all the way down into your lower back and let it move into your toes. 3. Embrace and free and allow every single emotional response you have to move healthfully through your body.

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E72: Using Heart Energy to Manifest Your Desires: Deborah Knight 0

Jul 11, 2017

My guest today is here to help shift your perspective on meditation, taking fast action, shedding limiting beliefs, and much more. Deborah Knight is an extraordinary coach who uses her deep skills and extensive experience to facilitate workshops and seminars and to provide group and one-on-one coaching. Her goal is to connect each of us with our own inner source of divine love, and that’s exactly what I hope she can do for you today!

Connect With Deborah:

Coach Deborah Knight
Call Deborah at: 781-799-7871
@CoachDeborahKnight on Facebook
@glowfromwithin on Twitter

The Mission Log:

[03:28] - Deborah gives us an introduction to who she is and what she does.
[04:00] - What are some universal laws that Deborah lives by? As she answers, she explains why gratitude is so important. She then discusses the benefits of gratitude.
[05:55] - Deborah explains more about how she consciously experiences gratitude in her own life, and digs into the importance of meditation.
[09:11] - What would be a good way for a listener who isn’t familiar with meditation to start meditating? Deborah and Orion talk about various forms of meditation, and why you can’t expect to be good at meditating immediately.
[12:23] - People stop meditating because they think it’s not working, Deborah points out. Orion then applies the concept to other parts of life.
[13:49] - Deborah explains what the Law of Attraction is, and she and Orion talk about The Secret and why it’s problematic.
[17:50] - Orion talks about a recent event she attended, where the host offered advice to take fast action. Deborah then points out that our gifts and desires are implanted in us for a reason.
[20:16] - Orion shares another story, this time from her youth, to illustrate the importance of fast action and of trusting your inspiration.
[23:48] - Deborah offers a story of her own about a time in which she took inspired action.
[26:42] - How do you develop an abundance mentality? As Deborah answers, she and Orion talk about getting limiting beliefs from other people.
[30:13] - Affirmations can be helpful as a trigger to stay in positive emotion, Deborah explains, but are just tools. Orion then shares how she has mastered these tools in her life.
[33:50] - Deborah explains why we have to separate from the ego.
[34:55] - Deborah talks about how she creates shifts in consciousness for her clients, sharing a story about a woman from India who brought her toddler son to the States and became a medical doctor.
[38:05] - Orion offers powerful advice based on the story that Deborah has just shared. She then brings up exercises she’s done through NLP.
[41:14] - We hear about how to manage expectations in a relationship, with Deborah explaining why coming from a place of love is helpful in this regard.
[43:52] - Orion recounts that monks in India told her to “let the tiger devour you,” then unravels what this means. She then offers another example from nature involving a deer shaking after being chased.
[46:38] - Deborah and Orion talk about having fun, which we all should be doing.
[48:01] - We learn how to stop the ripple or snowball effect of a small negative event from growing throughout the course of the day. Deborah and Orion then talk about tapping.
[41:28] - Orion gives an example of the effects of tapping involving her husband.
[53:01] - Deborah talks about another universal law that she lives by, which is the law of allowance.
[54:59] - What are Deborah’s three top tips to living a stellar life? 1. Take care of yourself. 2. Staying in a state of gratitude and a higher vibration. 3. Be of service.
[56:30] - Deborah talks about where people can find her to learn more. coachdeborahknight.com or coach deborah knight on Facebook.

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E71: Create a 5 Star Relationship: Jacqualyn Burnson 0

Jul 4, 2017

Attracting the right partner and then building a deep connection with that partner is something that is on everyone’s to-do list. Today’s amazing guest, Jacqualyn Burnson, is here to explore that concept in more detail. Jacqualyn is a former biologist who is now a coach along with her soulmate, Andrew. This kind of soulmate relationship and partnership can sound too good to be true, and Jacqualyn is charmingly relatable as she reveals that she and Andrew have had their share of difficulties. She then offers incredible insight and advice on how to move beyond negative interactions with your partner.

Connect With Jacqualyn:

andrewandjacqualyn.com
Jacqyalyn Burnson on LinkedIn
Jacqualyn Burnson on Facebook

The Mission Log:

[02:59] - Jacqualyn explains what she has been doing professionally since 2010.
[04:11] - What brought Jacqualyn into the love business? In her answer, she shares some of the details of her childhood that brought her to where she is today.
[06:28] - We learn what the catalyst was for Jacqualyn’s change from thinking she would never be loveable or find a husband to walking down the path she’s on now.
[08:12] - Jacqualyn walks us through some of the steps she took once she decided that she was going to find her soulmate.
[08:50] - What was Jacqualyn’s first date with her soulmate Andrew like?
[10:51] - Jacqualyn defines what “soulmate” means to her, which involves seeing past the body and this life’s accomplishments. Orion then shares a striking quote about soulmates by Elizabeth Gilbert.
[13:22] - Orion takes a moment to discuss her own relationship. Jacqualyn then digs deeper into the mirror concept that she and Orion have been discussing.
[15:45] - The three things that make you grow the most, explains Orion, are having a business, having kids, and relationships.
[16:39] - Jacqualyn talks about the five-star relationship system she and Andrew came up with, and explains how this has applied to their relationship.
[18:29] - What sorts of mistakes did Jacqualyn make when she was dating? After answering, she explains what the glue is that held her and Andrew together even when things weren’t going well for them.
[20:55] - Jacqualyn explains the actions she and Andrew committed to taking in order to improve their relationship. She explains the important role that New Earth by Eckhart Tolle had in her transformation and growth.
[23:35] - We learn some of the things that changed in Jacqualyn’s relationship once she identified the fact that her ego is not herself.
[24:43] - What are some relationship tools that Jacqualyn teaches her clients?
[27:07] - Orion talks about a powerful communication tool that she and Stephan use to keep their relationship healthy.
[29:25] - Jacqualyn responds to the tool Orion has just talked about, discussing why it’s so successful.
[31:07] - What does Jacqualyn recommend for overcoming a power struggle in a relationship between two competitive people?
[32:58] - Jacqualyn talks more about escaping from the perspective of being in competition with your partner.
[33:34] - Meditation actually rewires your brain, Jacqualyn explains. She then talks about other powerful tools and techniques.
[37:02] - Jacqualyn lists some of the biggest keys to success in relationships.
[39:54] - Jacqualyn offers her definition of happiness, and explains why it’s so important to seek out the joy and beauty of the world.
[42:13] - How do you pick the right person for you, or know if someone you’ve found is the right fit for you?
[44:38] - We learn what the six factors on Jacqualyn’s ladder of compatibility are, with her explaining each one and why it’s important. She and Orion then discuss the importance of deeply knowing yourself.
[48:11] - Jacqualyn offers some words of wisdom for people who are staying with the wrong person for the sake of not being alone.
[51:01] - What are Jacqualyn’s three tips for living a stellar life? 1. You don’t have a life; you are life. 2. Recognize that you are an infinite soul with infinite possibility. 3. Live authentically.
[53:09} - Jacqualyn offers listeners the free gift of a morning love meditation. To get it, go to andrewandjacqualyn.com/p/morninglovemeditation.

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E70: Clear, Authentic, and Effective Speaking: Nienke Van Bezooijen 0

Jun 27, 2017

Nienke Van Bezooijen is our guest today. If you’re anything like most people, you probably feel nervous or anxious about speaking on stage or in public. Nienke is an international speaking coach who works with thought-leaders and change-makers to help them find their authentic selves and bring the world an authentic, clear, and effective message. She explains how your feelings are actually “your spirit waiting to break through.” She also shares incredible insight into how to discover your authentic self, why your posture matters even before your presentation begins, and why your reflection in the mirror is so incredibly important.

Connect With Nienke:

Presentation-master.com
Nienke Van Bezooijen on Facebook
@SpeakersMentor on Twitter

The Mission Log:

[02:02] - Nienke starts things off by explaining what she does and how she helps people speak clearly and authentically. She then explains how she transitioned from being a nurse to what she does now.
[04:09] - One of the struggles people most often have with sharing their authentic voice comes from shyness or insecurity.
[06:17] - Nienke talks about how she prepares her speakers before they go on stage.
[09:07] - We hear two simple techniques for avoiding saying “umm…” mid-speech.
[11:55] - Orion brings us back to the topic of energy, explaining how this relates to work she’s done and emphasizing the importance of exercise. Nienke then offers her advice for energy.
[14:21] - One of Orion’s teachers told her not to eat meat the day before a presentation, Orion explains, and Nienke responds that this depends on what your individual body needs. They then discuss other pre-talk dietary choices.
[19:03] - Nienke talks about building up a relationship with your audience. Orion then shares an exercise from one of her mentors.
[21:56] - Orion has been going through an awakening lately, she explains, and talks about how she is blossoming into herself instead of forcing herself to fit into a small box. She and Nienke then talks about nerves (which are in fact “your spirit waiting to break through”) and dreams.
[25:02] - Orion brings up a recent conversation with a friend, comparing how Israelis and Americans communicate.
[26:46] - Does Nienke change herself for her audience (in terms of cultural norms) or is she just herself regardless of the audience? She and Orion discuss cultural norms in more depth as they relate to public speaking.
[30:42] - Nienke offers tips on how to get Dutch people warmed up as you’re giving a presentation.
[32:44] - Nienke digs deeper into the process of being your authentic self and explores what the “real you” is. She talks about several exercises that she leads clients through to help discover yourself and find confidence.
[35:56] - What is Nienke’s brag for the day? She answers, then he and Orion talk about the fact the fact that bragging is actually important.
[38:43] - Nienke talks about power poses, referencing the popular TED Talk by Amy Cuddy. Orion points out that hip circles are important as well; power poses get you into the dominant, male side, but hip circles bring out your feminine side, allowing you to integrate the two.
[40:36] - What’s so important about TED Talks, and why does Nienke like them so much?
[42:07] - There are three ways to get on the TED stage, Nienke tells us, and explains what they are. She then reveals why she has never considered giving a TED Talk of her own.
[44:52] - What are Nienke’s three top tips to living a stellar life? 1. Live your life by choice, not by circumstance. 2. Don’t rescue people. 3. Speak up (and start in front of a mirror if necessary).
[46:00] - Nienke suggests finding her at presentation-master.com.

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E69: Creating Miracles Through Abundance: Maria Kellis 0

Jun 20, 2017

Today, I have an amazing conversation with Certified Spiritual Healer Maria Kellis, who shares how to create miracles in our lives the same way she created miracles in her life. Marie was working in the fast paced startup world where she was burning the candle at both ends and letting stress envelop her life, when she got a huge wakeup call and ended up in a wheelchair. Learn how Marie turned her biggest challenge into her biggest gift as she made the decision of what her life was going to be.

Connect With Maria Kellis:

mariakellis.com
@LikeMariaKellis on Facebook
@mariakellis on Twitter

The Mission Log:

[02:02] - Maria shares a little bit about who she is and what she does.
[03:13] - How did Maria find herself in a wheelchair, as she mentioned a moment ago? She answers, then shares some of the lesson she learned from the experience.
[05:59] - Orion digs deeper into Maria’s pain, which was not only physical; her fiance left her during the experience.
[08:16] - In 2012, Maria had her biggest accident, which was also an enormous gift, as she describes here.
[10:02] - Orion talks about a recent conversation she had about a near-death experience. Maria then describes what she experienced.
[12:55] - After coming back from her incredible near-death experience, what is Maria’s relationship with time now?
[15:18] - Maria discusses whether she creates miracles through a time-space continuum. She then offers to share one of the “crazy” experiences that she has had.
[16:22] - God is an experience, not a concept, Orion explains. She then clarifies what she means.
[16:53] - Maria shares the experience that she offered a moment ago, explaining that she shifted reality while thinking she was in the dream world.
[19:00] - How can we create miracles in our lives, and experience our own leaps into a reality of infinite possibility?
[22:15] - Orion explores what Maria has been saying, clarifying details about faith and love.
[22:39] - Maria gives more detail on the first step of the process, which is clearing space by accepting that everything is perfect. She then shares an out-of-body experience she had.
[26:09] - Orion is studying Kabbalah, she reveals, then ties this into what Maria has been saying about her experience.
[27:18] - Maria talks more about human suffering and its role in our world. Suffering is balance, and is linked to threads that we sometimes can’t control.
[30:50] - We return to the topic of miracles, with Maria explaining what the keys to manifesting a miracle are and how they relate to vibrations.
[34:07] - Where can listeners find and connect with Maria?

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E68: Lose the Cape: Survival of the Modern Busy Mom with Alexa Bigwarfe and Aubrey Mathis 0

Jun 13, 2017

If you’re not familiar with the term, "Lose the Cape" is a podcast by two brave, modern moms: Alexa Bigwarfe and Aubrey Mathis. I had the pleasure of being a guest on their podcast, and have known ever since that they needed to be on this one! If you feel like it's time that you recognize your strengths, get yourself organized, and allow yourself to truly inhabit your potential, enjoy this chat with Alexa and Aubrey. They bring warmth and enthusiasm to their message about shedding expectations, growing into yourself, and embracing your own confidence.

Connect With Alexa and Aubrey:

Lose the Cape
@LoseTheCape on Facebook
@LosetheCape on Twitter
@losethecape on Instagram

The Mission Log:

[03:22] - We start off by learning a bit more about Alexa and Aubrey, with Alexia introducing herself first. Aubrey then takes her turn, explaining how she and Alexa connected.
[06:34] - Orion asks what Alexa and Aubrey got out of her interview on their podcast.
[07:39] - Alexa explains what “losing the cape” means to her. Aubrey then steps in, explaining how this relates to making Orion a good fit for their show.
[10:36] - How did Alexa and Aubrey lose the cape in their own lives? In both of their answers, they discuss finding confidence and stepping into their truer selves. Orion then shares some of her own life experiences and offers some inspiration.
[14:49] - Aubrey talks about how she experienced other people’s expectations and felt confined in a box. Alexa then relates her experiences, which are in some ways very different from Aubrey’s.
[18:10] - Alexa is glad that women are coming out of the closet in a sexual way, she reveals.
[19:37] - What is confidence, and what do women need to do to gain it? Aubrey, Alexa, and Orion all discuss the topic, offering their own insights and exploring the importance of having the right people around you.
[22:48] - Alexa and Aubrey discuss what moms struggle with the most. Alexa emphasizes the role of guilt in the typical mothering experience. Aubrey then draws out the topic of the fear that many mothers feel regarding their children.
[24:59] - Aubrey excuses herself, leaving Orion and Alexa to talk about the potential internal conflict of Alexa seeing herself in different ways and roles.
[27:05] - Orion points out that we tend to put ourselves in boxes or cages and just lock the door. Alexa then mentions her personal tragedy of having her infant daughter pass away, and explains how this helped her come to some important realizations.
[28:24] - Alexa talks about her tattoo that honors her late daughter, and in the process reveals the precocious wisdom of her 7-year-old daughter.
[30:18] - Alexa mentions a nonprofit she started and a book she wrote with 30 other moms and dads about all kinds of child loss.
[31:39] - Beyond her late daughter Kathryn, what inspires Alexa in everyday life?
[33:18] - Orion makes reference to a quote by Albert Einstein, and offers some words of wisdom to listeners.
[34:14] - We hear who a few of Alexa’s greatest mentors are.
[36:49] - Alexa briefly mentions being in the air force as an intelligence officer.
[37:57] - Does Alexa have any rituals or ways to organize her life that can benefit listeners? As she answers, she talks about the relief of minimalism and getting rid of stuff. Orion then recommends The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up
[41:18] - Alexa relates a story about having gone to New York last week and the freedom of packing lightly.
[42:07] - What are Alexa’s three tips to living a stellar life? 1. Don’t be afraid to try new things. 2. Laugh often. 3. Surround yourself with amazing people who lift you up and encourage you.
[42:51] - Where can people find Alexa and Aubrey?

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E67: 7 Habits of FAILURE that sabotage your success: Nick Cownie 0

Jun 6, 2017

Nick Cownie is an Australian mindset change expert, the author of 7 Minute Mindset, and an in-demand speaker, coach, and mentor to thousands of people across the world. As Nick explains, the seven things that most often prevent people from living the lives they want are all contained within the word FAILURE itself, and this is an easy way to remember and recognize them.He’s someone who has helped me personally with my mindset, and I’m excited for him to share his wisdom and insight with you today!

Connect With Nick:

nickcownie.com
Nick Cownie on LinkedIn
@NickCownie on Twitter
Nick Cownie on Facebook
Success Dynamics Institute

The Mission Log:

[02:54] - Nick starts things off by sharing a little about what he does. He also reveals the impact that the events that occurred the day after he turned 21 have had on his life path.
[06:38] - We learn more about how Nick dealt with his PTSD, and how this led him to get involved with neuro-linguistic programming (NLP).
[10:58] - What is the fast phobia cure from NLP? As he answers, Nick explains that this cure is also called visual-kinesthetic dissociation.
[13:47] - Nick goes into more depth about what he means by “fluff” in NLP, which he has just mentioned he finds to be a problem.
[15:55] - Most of Nick’s clients these days are people looking to dramatically increase the effectiveness of their sales team, he explains. He also reveals that you can trace almost any issue anyone has to one of two things: fear and feelings about (lack of) worthiness.
[21:06] - Nick points out that very few people are genuinely in a -10 scenario by the scale he has just been talking about. He then discusses how he helps people who are on the negative side of this scale.
[24:32] - Nick explains that there are seven things that people do that stop them from living the kind of life they want, which fit into the acronym FAILURE.
[25:01] - The first issue in the FAILURE acronym is fear. As he discusses this topic, Nick explores the difference between fear and anxiety.
[28:19] - The letter “A” in this acronym stands for attention displacement, which means that you’re putting your attention in the wrong place at the wrong time.
[29:53] - “I” stands for indecision. In explaining the role of indecision in not living the life you want, Nick shares a powerful quote: “Every decision should be made within the space of seven breaths.” He then reveals what an incredible difference this concept has made in his life. He and Orion then discuss the importance of exchanging value instead of getting things for free.
[37:27] - We’ve now reached the “L” in FAILURE, which is lack of action. The opposite habit of lack of action is not actually just action, but rather consistent action. In explaining this, he talks about making what he calls micro-commitments.
[41:50] - “U” stands for unrealistic expectations, which is particularly relevant now in the era of internet marketers. Nick and Orion discuss the Law of Attraction and the importance of taking action.
[45:25] - “R” is for repeating patterns. As Nick points out, all six points so far have been internal.
[46:08] - “E” stands for external negative influences, and is the first (and only) of the points that is about what happens to you through no doing of your own.
[48:28] - What are some quick things listeners can do to break through their own negative habits? The two ways that change happen are inside-out and outside-in, Nick explains. He then offers insight to help listeners immediately start breaking the FAILURE habits.
[56:06] - Nick offers his three top tips to living a stellar life. 1. Choose freedom. 2. Defy expectations. 3. Don’t die waiting.
[59:06] - Nick lists some ways people can find him online.

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E66: Powerful Presentations & Storytelling: Louis DiBianco 0

May 30, 2017

Today we're talking with Louis Di Bianco, a professional storyteller with experience as a screen and stage actor, teacher, and business presentation coach. A great scene often throws the audience into the middle of a conflict that’s already happening, immediately arousing their curiosity and drawing their attention. He brings his experience to help us become clear, powerful communicators and superstars who can tell their stories in ways that are engaging, compelling, and breathtaking.

Connect With Louis:

louisdibianco.com
@LouisDiBianco on Twitter
Louis Di Bianco on Facebook
Louis Di Bianco on IMDB
[email protected]
Change Your Story, Change Your Life
Change Your Story, Change Your Life on iTunes

The Mission Log:

[03:27] - We start things off by learning a little bit about Louis, what he does, and how he got started in storytelling as a child. He then shares his roundabout life story, which includes ending up studying the unlikely field of accounting.
[08:26] - Louis actually enjoyed the study of accounting, he reveals, but knew it wasn’t his lifelong career. He then shares more of his story, describing his change of major to English literature and how he eventually used his acting skills to teach business-people.
[12:28] - How did Louis translate his skills on stage to the business world, and what are some of the most important things that he taught these people to do?
[13:56] - Louis offers one tip that will immediately help listeners become better presenters, involving an “in late, out early” approach to speeches and presentations.
[20:27] - We learn another possible way to compellingly open a speech: starting with a question. He offers a few examples in response to topics Orion suggests, and then offers an example of using a prop instead of a question.
[24:05] - How does Louis come up with these brilliant openers? In response, he demystifies the idea of brilliance, explaining that “everyone is brilliant.”
[27:28] - Louis describes what he believes is one of the most important keys to powerful communication: using all five of your senses.
[30:08] - Louis gives us a rule that he offers people from his acting experience: “show, don’t tell.” He elaborates on what he means by this, tying it into his previous point of addressing all five senses.
[31:30] - We learn more about how Louis’ stage acting experience contributes to his storytelling, from his perspective. He and Orion then talk about the importance of body language.
[35:48] - Does Louis memorize a script for his presentation, or have general cues and then go with the flow from there?
[38:16] - Louis discusses ways to remember the bulletpoints. He and Orion then discuss the potential issues with PowerPoint. Louis then talks about a complete template for doing a powerful presentation every time, which he calls the “Frankenstein template.”
[40:11] - Louis and Orion discuss Frankenstein. Louis then shares how the Frankenstein concept relates to creating a compelling presentation.
[44:37] - We learn what Louis means by the “message” in the presentation: it’s the one thing that your entire presentation is about, that you want people to remember even if they forget everything else.
[45:46]- Louis goes through the different parts of a presentation, linking each of these to body parts to continue his Frankenstein analogy. He gives a specific example of a presentation and how he would apply these concepts.
[51:13] - Orion steps in for a moment to discuss the importance of bringing things home for people in a powerful way. Louis elaborates this, offering specific examples again.
[53:51] - What does Louis do throughout the presentation for persuasion to plant seeds for the final call to action?
[55:09] - What are Louis’ three tips to living a stellar life? 1. The moment you open your eyes in the morning, turn your mind to gratitude. 2. Don’t begin your day until you know how it’s going to end. 3. Don’t blame, don’t complain, and don’t explain.
[58:35] - Louis talks about where listeners can find him: his podcast Change Your Story, Change Your Life (where Orion is featured on an episode!). You can also find this podcast on iTunes. He mentions his book Persuasion Genie, and offers a free copy to the first 10 Stellar Life listeners who reach out to him at [email protected]. Anyone after those 10 will receive the Frankenstein template in a PDF format along with an ebook on the secrets of powerful storytelling.

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E65: Break Through Your Creative Blocks: Lira Kay 0

May 23, 2017

Lira Kay is a true master of helping purpose-driven professionals break through creative blocks and make a meaningful impact. All of us encounter creative blocks sometimes, whether in business, life, love, or creative passions. Breaking through those blocks or chains can feel like a struggle, because doing so involves confronting our own fears. We discuss the tools that can help, including developing a new clarity in seeing yourself by identifying your archetype and element, and then understanding your shadow side. Today, she’s here to help you let go of your old, limited self and share your true gifts with the world.

Connect With Lira:

shesgotpassion.com
The School of Inspired Life
@schoolofinspiredlife on Facebook
Lira Kay on LinkedIn
Lira Kay on Yelp

The Mission Log:

[03:23] - Lira shares a bit about what she does, which is working with creative people who are experiencing creative blocks.
[04:51] - What are the biggest reasons why people have creative blocks?
[05:59] - Lira explains what, exactly, is the difference between therapy and coaching.
[07:03] - We learn more about the difference between Lira’s approach as a therapist and her approach as a coach. In her answer, Lira explains that she works with archetypes.
[08:26] - What does Lira do when she’s coaching someone and something from the past comes up? The key, she explains, is to not avoid it but to actually look at it non-judgmentally. She also reveals that she has her clients set a date for healing.
[10:52] - Lira goes into more detail about the healing dates that her clients set, which are usually measured in weeks rather than months or years.
[12:05] - Lira believes that we can live many lifetimes during the 80 or 90 years we have.
[13:20] - What is Lira’s definition of rebirth?
[15:58] - We hear what four archetypes Lira uses (artist, alchemist, architect, altruist), and how they help her provide effective coaching to her clients. She then explains that people express themselves in four different ways: fire, air, water, and earth.
[18:39] - Lira talks about the shadow side of the artist archetype. Orion then talks about the fact that the most successful people tend to polarize their audience rather than being liked by everybody.
[21:58] - What is the shadow side of the architect?
[23:33] - Lira discusses the shadow side of the alchemist.
[25:33] - We learn about the shadow side of the last of Lira’s four archetypes: the altruist.
[27:09] - Orion sees herself in all four archetypes, she reveals. She then discusses the connection between darkness and light.
[28:23] - Lira shares more about the interconnection between the archetypes and the elements.
[32:11] - The structure of archetypes and elements came to Lira in a dream, she reveals. She then shares more about her past and her creative process. Orion then discusses all the knowledge out there for us to tap into.
[35:30] - We return to the topic of rebirth, with Lira explaining that it involves accessing the collective subconscious.
[37:11] - Orion talks about a book by her husband, Stephan Spencer: Google Power Search.
[37:57] - Lira’s genius is to speak with a particular person and come up with what they need, she explains. She then talks about working with feelings with her clients, and reveals that almost all of the people she works with need help getting in touch with the physical body.
[41:13] - Orion switches topics a bit, asking Lira how we can get clarity in our businesses.
[43:10] - Lira mentions one of her books, titled I Belong: The Journey From Lost to Found.
[44:06] - What are Lira’s three tips to living a stellar life? 1. Be who you are, but don’t be attached to your human path. 2. Don’t hold back when it comes to experiencing and gifting people with your authentic truth. 3. Say to yourself, “I am in a process; I am all good.”
[45:15] - Lira talks about where people can find her (at shesgotpassion.com) and offers Stellar Life listeners a free gift: a session with her. To set up yours, go to this link!

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E64: Build a Brave Brand: Chelsey Marie 0

May 16, 2017

Today’s guest, the lovely Chelsey Marie, is a brand designer, marketing strategist, and the founder of IamChelseyMarie.com. Chelsey is a go-to girl when it comes to creating an online presence that reflects who you really are -- and, as you’ll hear in this conversation, she deeply believes in the importance of being yourself in your brand. In our chat, she shares wonderful insight into how you can bravely be who you are in your presence online and in your brand. We learn several tips that she used to get 2,500 people on her first webinar, how she found the courage to pursue her business, and what she sees as her most valuable assets as a successful businesswoman.

Connect With Chelsey:

IamChelseyMarie.com
@iamchelseymarie on Instagram
@IamChelseyMarie on Twitter
@BeYouBranding on Facebook

The Mission Log:

[02:59] - Chelsey introduces herself and explains the core of what she does. She also talks about the history of her own company.
[04:20] - How did Chelsey’s success at a young age affect her as a person? She mentions the moments when she decided to quit her Victoria’s Secret job, and later school, to focus on her business.
[06:44] - Chelsey shares a moment that showed her the difference between herself and her peers in the early days of her business.
[10:34] - We learn about how Chelsey found the courage to pursue her business, and she shares some of what her home life was like and how it helped her.
[12:20] - Orion talks about the connection between creativity, faith, and spirituality.
[12:04] - How did Chelsey get 2,500 people on her first webinar?
[15:10] - What were some of the greatest hooks that got people to sign up for Chelsey’s webinar? She offers several key tips for people who don’t currently have a mentor to help them with this.
[18:39] - Chelsey loves using Instagram to promote her brand, she explains.
[20:42] - Chelsey has been mentioning a marketing calendar; here, she goes into more depth about her system and how it works.
[24:53] - Perspective is what Chelsey would consider the greatest strength that she has as a young entrepreneur.
[27:11] - Chelsey shares her definition of a brand: “Your brand is anything and everything that leaves a first impression.” She explains that you don’t need to wait to become bigger before you can become a brand.
[30:27] - What are some questions we can ask ourselves when we’re creating our brand’s identity?
[31:22] - Chelsey talks about the first conversation she has with a new client who comes to her for help with branding.
[32:46] - What elements are important in a brand or website? Chelsey talks in depth about the visuals as well as the words that you choose.
[36:16] - Your logo is important, but it isn’t everything, Chelsey explains.
[36:46] - The biggest mistake Chelsey sees people make is being “Vicky Vanilla.” This involves wanting everyone to like you, and therefore watering your message down to make everyone happy.
[38:53] - What can we do to avoid being Vicky Vanilla? In her answer, Chelsey shares the story of a particular client who she helped with this.
[42:05] - There isn’t much of a difference between who Chelsey is in her day-to-day life and on stage, she explains, but there are certain things that she keeps private.
[43:13] - What are some of Chelsey’s favorite brands that are good examples of branding?
[44:47] - Chelsey shares her three top tips to living a stellar life. 1: Be brave in all that you do. 2: Know that you don’t know everything, and find the right people to partner with. 3: Play and be creative as often as you can.
[46:29] - Chelsey offers a giveaway to Stellar Life listeners: a three-video series called How to Start Standing Out.

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E63: Love & Healing: Helaine Harris 0

May 9, 2017

Today’s guest is the amazing and extremely wise Helaine Harris. Helaine brings her bubbly, amazing, fun personality along with her luminous intelligence to her profession as a coach and therapist. In addition to being an intuitive business coach, healer, and licensed psychotherapist, Helaine is the founder of An Awakening Center, which blends over 45 traditional and alternative medicines to help clients find their core power and strength, and live purposeful lives while fulfilling their mission and destiny. In this conversation, we’ll also talk about love, relationships, masculine and feminine energy, healing our deep wounds, overcoming our barriers, and much more.

Connect With Helaine:

Helaine Z. Harris, LMFT
Helaine Z. Harris on Facebook
Helaine Harris on YouTube
Helaine Harris on LinkedIn
@AnAwakeningCenter on Facebook

The Mission Log:

[02:42] - Helaine tells us a bit about herself, and explains that her childhood is a big part of the reason that she works with the topics of healing and love today.
[04:12] - What did Helaine do to heal herself?
[06:13] - In response to Orion’s questions on what Helaine’s peers think of her and her methods, Helaine explains that she never did traditional therapy.
[07:36] - Helaine explains some of the keys to healing ourselves.
[09:34] - We hear Helaine’s thoughts on women today holding onto a masculine component, and how we respond once we’re badly hurt or betrayed.
[11:37] - If you’re with a partner who keeps breaking their promises, how do you deal with that? Helaine reveals that we tend to fall in love with people who mirror our shadow aspects.
[17:08] - Helane offers advice on seeing red flags when you’re in the state of bliss that occurs early in a relationship.
[19:09] - We learn why it’s important to embrace our own feminine aspects, which Helaine calls the “sacred feminine” or the “divine feminine.”
[22:42] - Orion clarifies that the masculine/feminine energy dynamic occurs in gay relationships as well, and explains why having this polarity in a relationship is important.
[23:55] - How do women become the goddess or the priestess?
[27:21] - Helaine explains one of the mistakes that she hears people make regularly, which is getting into a new relationship before healing fully from the last one.
[30:54] - We learn more about what Helaine means by surrendering, and how that applies to the business world.
[36:08] - Does Helaine have other ways to integrate that goddess energy into the boardroom? In her answer, Helaine talks about the importance of win-win situations and making sure everyone is satisfied with the outcome.
[41:05] - Orion and Helaine talks about embracing your shadows and doing shadow work.
[44:15] - We return to the example Helaine gave earlier of a woman whose husband was cheating, which was manifesting her own shadow in him.
[47:55] - Helaine has a visualization process to help listeners connect to self-love, which she shares here. She recommends listening to this and following along when you’re not driving or operating machinery.
[57:56] - As Helaine’s visualization guidance ends, Orion urges listeners to return to this recording and listen to this meditation again when necessary.
[58:30] - Helaine works remotely with people nationally and internationally. She offers a gift to Stellar Life listeners: a Divine Results Life Strategy Session. To get your gift, go to hzharris.com/yourresultslifesession. Another option is to call Helaine at 818-782-6869.
[60:24] - What are Helaine’s three top tips to a stellar life? 1. Love yourself. 2. Love what you’re doing. 3. Treat yourself gently and with compassion.

Links and Resources:

Helaine Z. Harris, LMFT
Helaine Z. Harris on Facebook
Helaine Harris on YouTube
Helaine Harris on LinkedIn
@AnAwakeningCenter on Facebook
Kundalini energy
Divine Results Life Strategy Session

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E63: Love & Healing: Helaine Harris 0

May 9, 2017

Connect With Helaine:

Helaine Z. Harris, LMFT
Helaine Z. Harris on Facebook
Helaine Harris on YouTube
Helaine Harris on LinkedIn
@AnAwakeningCenter on Facebook

The Mission Log:

[02:42] - Helaine tells us a bit about herself, and explains that her childhood is a big part of the reason that she works with the topics of healing and love today.
[04:12] - What did Helaine do to heal herself?
[06:13] - In response to Orion’s questions on what Helaine’s peers think of her and her methods, Helaine explains that she never did traditional therapy.
[07:36] - Helaine explains some of the keys to healing ourselves.
[09:34] - We hear Helaine’s thoughts on women today holding onto a masculine component, and how we respond once we’re badly hurt or betrayed.
[11:37] - If you’re with a partner who keeps breaking their promises, how do you deal with that? Helaine reveals that we tend to fall in love with people who mirror our shadow aspects.
[17:08] - Helane offers advice on seeing red flags when you’re in the state of bliss that occurs early in a relationship.
[19:09] - We learn why it’s important to embrace our own feminine aspects, which Helaine calls the “sacred feminine” or the “divine feminine.”
[22:42] - Orion clarifies that the masculine/feminine energy dynamic occurs in gay relationships as well, and explains why having this polarity in a relationship is important.
[23:55] - How do women become the goddess or the priestess?
[27:21] - Helaine explains one of the mistakes that she hears people make regularly, which is getting into a new relationship before healing fully from the last one.
[30:54] - We learn more about what Helaine means by surrendering, and how that applies to the business world.
[36:08] - Does Helaine have other ways to integrate that goddess energy into the boardroom? In her answer, Helaine talks about the importance of win-win situations and making sure everyone is satisfied with the outcome.
[41:05] - Orion and Helaine talks about embracing your shadows and doing shadow work.
[44:15] - We return to the example Helaine gave earlier of a woman whose husband was cheating, which was manifesting her own shadow in him.
[47:55] - Helaine has a visualization process to help listeners connect to self-love, which she shares here. She recommends listening to this and following along when you’re not driving or operating machinery.
[57:56] - As Helaine’s visualization guidance ends, Orion urges listeners to return to this recording and listen to this meditation again when necessary.
[58:30] - Helaine works remotely with people nationally and internationally. She offers a gift to Stellar Life listeners: a Divine Results Life Strategy Session. To get your gift, go to hzharris.com/yourresultslifesession. Another option is to call Helaine at 818-782-6869.
[60:24] - What are Helaine’s three top tips to a stellar life? 1. Love yourself. 2. Love what you’re doing. 3. Treat yourself gently and with compassion.

Links and Resources:

Helaine Z. Harris, LMFT
Helaine Z. Harris on Facebook
Helaine Harris on YouTube
Helaine Harris on LinkedIn
@AnAwakeningCenter on Facebook
Kundalini energy
Divine Results Life Strategy Session

E62: The Galactic Shaman: Valerie Elster 0

May 2, 2017

Today’s guest makes this episode even more Stellar than most! She's Valerie Elster - a galactic shaman who facilitates multidimensional healing sessions, consciousness workshops, and more. She’s a lightworker who is generously willing to share her journey and wisdom in soul remembrance and ancient reconnection. Valerie is a channel for light-language, and she tells us how to step into your truth, listen intently, and go with your heart.

Connect With Valerie:

valerieelster.com
Valerie Elster on Facebook
Valerie Elster on Twitter

The Mission Log:

[03:18] - Valerie starts things off by telling us a bit about herself and her ten years on her healing path.
[04:42] - We hear a bit about how people tend to react to Valerie.
[06:09] - What does Valerie channel? In her answer, she explains that she sometimes feels like a direct channel, and other times it’s remembrance instead. She then discusses the light languages that she speaks.
[08:59] - Valerie discusses light language in more depth, explaining whether she can control it or whether she just channels it when it comes.
[10:47] - We learn more about what Valerie means by the “galactic realm.”
[12:15] - Valerie talks about what it means that she’s the “oracle of Orion” (in the sense of the stars/constellation, not our host Orion).
[13:40] - Valerie discusses light language again. She then spends a moment speaking in light language.
[14:21] - We hear the translation of what Valerie has just said in light language.
[15:41] - Do the other civilizations Valerie has been talking about exist in 3D form with flesh and blood, or are they pure energy?
[15:13] - Orion and Valerie discuss whether beings from these other civilizations exist on earth with us, what they look like, and why they’re here.
[17:40] - How do these beings assist us here on earth?
[19:26] - Valerie says there are about five different star systems that work with earth, but there are many more star families out there.
[21:10] - Valerie goes into more depth about her journey to connecting with her power and becoming a shaman.
[24:27] - She reveals that she began speaking light languages in 2012 or 2013.
[26:23] - Valerie discusses whether everybody can access and translate the Akashic records the way she does.
[27:36] - We learn about Valerie’s everyday rituals and how often she enters a meditative space. She also reveals that her son is a crystal child.
[29:21] - Valerie explains what a crystal child is, and talks about other generations and their roles.
[31:03] - What do we need in order to step into our gifts?
[33:44] - Valerie talks about abuse of power under the guise of spirituality.
[36:03] - Orion asks Valerie whether she has heard of Donny Epstein, who works with Tony Robbins. She then shares her experiences with Donny.
[38:33] - Valerie begins speaking in a light language again.
[39:14] - Valerie translates the light language words she just spoke. The meaning is related to ascension and awakening.
[41:04] - Orion brings up the topic of seminars, explaining that she goes to one a week sometimes because she loves to learn and expand. She then talks about the sensation that her energy has been growing.
[42:32] - Valerie is being pushed to be out more, she explains.
[43:43] - Do Valerie’s guides have any message to share with the listeners? The answer involves stepping into your truth, listening intently, and going within the heart. She and Orion then discuss this, then Orion asks how to combine her two worlds.
[47:03] - Valerie offers her answer to Orion’s question, emphasizing the importance of stepping out into a bigger space.
[48:49] - The statement of “I am” is powerful because we’re infinite, Valerie explains.
[50:34] - Valerie reveals that one of the reasons she hasn’t been particularly social in public is that she’s very sensitive. She then explains that emanating love is is a protective barrier.
[52:31]- What does Valerie teach people in her workshops?
[53:18] - After having used the term several times, Valerie clarifies what Akashic records are. As Orion puts it, these records are “the universal Google.”
[55:40] - What are Valerie’s top three tips to living a stellar life? 1. Transparency. 2. Meditation. 3. Radical self love and compassion.
[56:39] - Valerie lists some places where listeners can find her.

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E61: Revelations, Relationships & Realizations: Nicholas Upchurch 0

Apr 25, 2017

Today’s guest is the fascinating Nicholas Upchurch, who has dedicated his life to helping people succeed in terms of money and business, as well as in finding and fulfilling their true purpose and spirituality. As you’ll hear in this conversation, he masterfully intertwines the two to create a cohesive whole. Through his efforts, he has helped thousands of people around the world. And now he’s here to help you! Listen in as we talk about money, love, success, and much more.

Connect With Nicholas:

Nicholas Upchurch on LinkedIn
Love!
Believe
believeitunes.com
[email protected]

The Mission Log:

[01:53] - Nicholas introduces himself and explains what his company Love! and his network Believe do, and what he tries to accomplish.
[03:11] - We hear a bit about Nicholas’ experience with money. He offers context for how rich most of us are. He also talks about his experiences in Peru in 2015, and touches on the use of marijuana, which he and Orion then discuss.
[07:01] - Nicholas digs deeper into the use of marijuana as a healing drug.
[08:41] - We return to the topic of money. Nicholas gives example of famous figures who have struggled with tough things and explains that his own tough times have led to where he is now.
[11:02] - Orion has always believed that there’s a light inside of her, she explains. Nicholas relates that to his own experience.
[12:29] - Nicholas has metaphorically beat himself up in the past, but explains that he’s thankful for taking the opportunity to direct his energy in the right direction.
[14:26] - Part of Orion’s drive used to come from a place of rage. She explains here how she redirected those feelings.
[15:49] - Football was the way Nicholas used to take out his anger over his brother’s death when he was seven years old.
[16:57] - What made Nicholas so successful, and what is his mindset around money? In his answer, he suggests listening to his podcast at believeitunes.com or going to believe.love.
[18:58] - Nicholas offers advice on how to make money and change our mindsets around money. He emphasizes the importance of paying attention. One of his suggestions is hiring people on Upwork. He then recommends becoming aware of what quality is in your industry.
[22:30] - Before you create a product, you need to create a landing page and send people there to see whether anyone would buy it.
[23:15] - Nicholas talks about ways in which we might limit ourselves. He then talks about exploring our own darkness and learning to love things that we thought we should hate.
[25:51] - What can we do to free ourselves and embrace the darkness? Nicholas and Orion talk briefly about spirituality.
[28:33] - Orion talks about her own shadow work, and her studies of Kabbalah. Everything you don’t like in others is a reflection of things you don’t accept within yourself, she explains. Nicholas agrees, and mentions the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Book of Enoch.
[31:01] - Nicholas’ best advice for handling the fear of rejection is believing in yourself. He offers advice on how to encourage people to say yes.
[35:29] - Nicholas mentions astrology, then points out that 144 corporations control 80% of the world’s wealth.
[36:43] - Orion asks Nicholas whether he’s single (he is) and whether he’s looking for love (he is). Women can contact him at [email protected]!
[37:40] - How has Nicholas’ success affected his relationships, and does a man need to be successful to have a good relationship?
[40:29] - Nicholas returns to the topic of love. He points out the importance of guys telling the truth, because women’s main complaint is that guys lie.
[44:25] - Does Nicholas believe in monogamy? As he answers, he explores the difference between feeling like you understand someone and that person actually feeling understood.
[46:29] - How can a woman know whether she’s dating a player?
[48:04] - Orion asks what the signs are of a man being a very good player. Nicholas suggests that she point out a hot girl walking down the street. If the man in question agrees that the girl on the street is hot, he’s less likely to be a player.
[50:42] - Nicholas talks about what men are looking for in women.
[52:45] - Orion points out that a 2013 study found that men and women cheat equally. She then talks about the importance of honest conversations about wants, fantasies, and goals.
[55:06] - One’s relation to monogamy is tied to their spiritual evolution, Orion states. In response, Nicholas points out that he has never cheated and has been single for most of his life.
[57:51] - We all have different parts in our brains and it’s up to us to control the lizard brain, Orion explains.
[59:12] - Nicholas returns to the point of honesty, emphasizing once more how important it is to be honest and to value honesty.
[62:22] - What are Nicholas’ three tips to living a stellar life? 1. Listening to Orion. 2. Accepting that understanding is love. 3. Believing in yourself.

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E60: Networking Secrets: Cami Baker 0

Apr 18, 2017

Today’s guest, the furiously entrepreneurial Cami Baker, is an international speaker who has given over a thousand presentations to audiences of up to 30,000 people. Cami has been featured on HGTV, as a judge on the Celebrity Apprentice, and in Success From Home Magazine. Throughout this conversation, she offers strategies and tips that can change your networking life and skills forever. It’s important to note that she emphasizes making genuine human connections rather than thinking only in terms of the bottom line (though her advice will absolutely help you convert contacts into sales and money too!).

Connect With Cami:

camibaker.com
Cami Baker on Facebook
Cami Baker on LinkedIn
@camibaker on Twitter
Cami Baker on YouTube

The Mission Log:

[02:24] - How did Cami come up with her response to being asked how she’s doing (“I’m fabulous, fierce, and on fire!”)?
[03:47] - Cami talks about how she became a professional networker who teaches others to network. In her answer, she mentions her new book Mingle to Millions: The Art and Science of Building Business Relationships and Mastering Referrals. She also goes into some depth about her background.
[07:51] - Orion shares her own experience with not being a natural entrepreneur.
[09:55] - What does Cami do to show up naturally and build rapport immediately in a networking situation, especially when everyone around is putting up a facade to show themselves as the best?
[14:13] - Orion reveals that she sometimes experiences feelings of inferiority when she’s surrounded by highly successful people.
[16:56] - Cami responds to Orion’s discussion about feeling inferior around certain people or under certain circumstances. She offers a story about Ashton Kutcher.
[20:53] - How do you get over feeling pressure to make a good impression?
[23:17] - Cami talks about giving, helping and sharing, offering some concrete tips and suggestions for how to use these techniques in your networking attempts.
[25:41] - Upon seeing someone for the first time in a busy room, how do you approach them? Cami tells a story that reveals the power of associating yourself with the right people.
[30:45] - Cami recommends going straight to the big dog in the room and introducing yourself. Everybody is watching everybody, and this positions you positively.
[32:44] - Another of Cami’s tips is to let other people talk first, as she explains here. She also advises strongly against simply asking “what do you do?”, and offers advice on what to do next time someone asks you that question.
[38:58] - How do you take it from the networking stage and into the real world? Orion offers herself up as an example of someone who struggles with the follow-up part.
[43:18] - Communication and rapport-building isn’t taught in school, Cami points out.
[46:58] - Cami did something really impressive with Orion, as we learn here. Cami then talks about her program: Up to 30 Highly Qualified Leads in 30 Days with as little as 30 Minutes a Day!
[50:18] - Orion brings up the topic of introverts and extroverts, and why she finds the duality problematic. Cami agrees that putting ourselves in boxes is limiting.
[53:12] - What are Cami’s three tips to living a stellar life? 1. If you want to step into who you want to be, change your playgrounds and your playmates. 2. Feed your mind by making deliberate choices about what you read and listen to. 3. If you have to choose between the two, be ignorance on fire instead of knowledge on ice.

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E59: The Keys to Online Super Success: AJ Mihrzad 0

Apr 11, 2017

Today's guest is AJ Mihrzad, who is perhaps best-known as the author of the bestselling book The Mind Body Solution: Train Your Brain for Permanent Weight Loss. Among coaches and trainers, though, he’s well-known as a leader who helps others achieve their full potential and shape a fulfilling life through becoming successful online. His writing has appeared in Entrepreneur Magazine, the Huffington Post, Men’s Fitness, Bodybuilding.com, and more. Hear AJ's tips to living a Stellar Life!

Connect With AJ:

OnlineSupercoach.com
AJ Mihrzad on Facebook
@AJMihrzad on Twitter
AJ Mihrzad on LinkedIn

Mission Log:

[03:19] - AJ kicks things off by explaining where his entrepreneurial journey started. He talks about where he was before starting, and how he shifted away from trading hours for dollars.
[06:30] - These days, AJ doesn’t limit his help to personal trainers; he works with all types of coaches or trainers, and even some business owners, on becoming an authority in their field.
[07:34] - What is AJ’s mindset, and how did he become successful?
[09:55] - AJ talks about what his catalyst for change was, and how he changed his story.
[12:02] - Orion compares AJ’s perspective to the one needed to find a successful relationship.
[12:26] - AJ shares some rituals that help him get into the mindset of success.
[14:22] - Does AJ ever get upset or sad? In his answer, he reveals that he was addicted to recreational drugs in his 20s. This ultimately placed him in a coma.
[17:33] - Journaling is one of the tools AJ uses as a form of therapy.
[19:18] - How does AJ change his clients’ money stories?
[23:05] - The secret formula to forming a successful online business lies in a person’s superpower, AJ explains.
[24:17] - A good online business has three main pillars: marketing, a sales process, and a service.
[25:11] - AJ shares his advice for getting leads online, emphasizing the importance of having great content.
[26:18] - AJ talks more about creating (and delivering) great content.
[27:42]- Doing a podcast wasn’t her first choice, Orion explains, but she’s now glad to have given it a chance. She then explains how she plays to her strengths by writing articles with her assistant.
[30:26] - AJ shares a framework that he gives his students. He explains that content should have a problem, process, and call to action.
[32:06] - How do you deliver a strong call to action that sounds natural?
[33:36] - AJ gives some insight into the sales process, memorably saying that “sales is the transfer of love.” He then discusses how he handles objections about not having enough money or time.
[36:27] - How do you make people really feel that you can help them? In his answer, AJ talks about revealing how much pain someone is already in.
[39:55] - People use many excuses for why they are where they are, but growth happens outside your comfort zone.
[42:05] - How does AJ know to not push someone to work with him because they aren’t willing, ready, or able to make the necessary changes yet?
[44:46] - AJ offers advice for people who are just starting to build their businesses now.
[46:43] - AJ shares some of what he teaches trainers about how to develop a marketing system online.
[49:09] - Orion brings up the connection between being a coach and being a marketer.
[50:25] - AJ shares his three tips to living a stellar life: 1. Maximize this moment. 2. Be present. 3. Always do your best.
[51:29] - Where can people find AJ? In his answer, AJ offers Stellar Life listeners a free gift!

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E58: The Evolved Masculine: Destin Gerek 0

Apr 4, 2017

Today’s guest is the remarkable and compelling Destin Gerek, an internationally recognized leading voice in masculinity, sexuality, consciousness, and personal development. In this episode, we talk about the rise of the feminine in today’s world, and the ways in which men respond and relate to this. He discusses the empowerment of the masculine and how men can inhabit their masculinity in constructive (rather than misogynistic) ways. He also talks about polarity in relationships and explores how to awaken more passion and bring your relationship to life.

Connect With Destin:

Destingerek.com
@DestinGerek on Facebook
@destingerek on Twitter
Destin Gerek on LinkedIn
Destin Gerek on YouTube

The Mission Log:

[03:03] - Destin shares a bit about himself, explaining how he got involved in his field. He then goes on to talk about his spiritual awakening.
[07:17] - We learn more about Destin’s purpose and mission, which involves healing a false schism between sexuality and spirituality.
[09:58] - Destin talks about his creative methods of dealing with negativity from the people around him.
[11:33] - What does Destin see happening on the planet when it comes to masculine and feminine energy? He speaks to the two poles of men’s reactions to the way women are becoming increasingly empowered.
[15:36] - Destin explores the ideology of men on the misogynistic end of the spectrum. He then discusses some of the challenges facing men today.
[18:06] - Orion steps in for a moment to talk about the polarization surrounding the Women’s March.
[20:27] - At the root of things, Destin is a big fan of feminism, he explains.
[23:12] - Destin talks more about helping men evolve their masculine.
[25:55] - We hear what the second and third major areas in the journey on which he leads men. In the process, he explains that men (not only women) can have multiple orgasms.
[28:19] - Destin discusses the questions of how to meet and match a partner. He goes on to talk about the importance of confronting old wounds in the masculine and feminine.
[33:56] - Using a quote from an Ani DiFranco song, Destin clarifies how he thinks about the masculine and feminine within each of us.
[35:35] - We all want the hottest lover we’ve ever had and a best friend all in one person. Destin talks about how we can get that.
[37:15] - In long-term relationships, how do we ignite and maintain sexual desire and passion?
[38:26] - Orion and Destin talk about Jaiya, who was an early guest on each of their podcasts. Destin then talks about “sexploration.”
[42:40] - Where do Destin and his fiancee get their ideas for their sexploration sessions?
[44:07] - Destin shares his three tips for living a stellar life: 1. Stop compromising. Be in the practice of following your truth. 2. Integrity. Get clear on what your principles and values are, and live by them. 3. Never stop exploring.
[46:14] - Destin gives two gifts to Stellar Life listeners. The first is the Evolved Masculine Blueprint, and the second is at enticingdesire.com, where you can learn the “one thing that separates the man she remembers forever from all the men that she forgets.”

Your Pre-Flight Checklist:

Reevaluate my perspective on sexuality and spirituality. If I see them as opposed or mutually exclusive, work on accepting that they can go hand-in-hand.
Release the shame and guilt I may still carry regarding my sexuality. Celebrate my sexuality instead of suppressing or repressing it.
Make an email folder specifically for unpleasant or hate mail. Whenever you get a piece, read it, smile, and move it to that folder.

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E57: Conscious Conversions: Tracey Thompson 0

Mar 28, 2017

This episode is all about selling! This episode will help clarify why selling is actually a good thing. Tracey Thompson is the creator of the Conscious Conversations That Convert system. She is committed to helping conscious entrepreneurs have powerful, authentic conversations that easily convert. We discuss how you sell yourself every day, and that selling your services and products is just as important.

Connect With Tracey:

Tracey Thompson on Facebook
Conscious Conversions Mastermind

The Mission Log:

[03:48] - Tracey starts things off by telling us a little bit about herself. She explains how a frightening cancer diagnosis changed her whole world and brought her to realize that everything she was doing was out of alignment.
[08:08] - What was Tracey’s journey like after her conversation with God? In her answer, she explains the importance of learning to love yourself.
[09:53] - Tracey talks about what she did to love herself more.
[11:38] - This big change and decision to let people help wasn’t easy for Tracey at first, she explains.
[12:42] - What are some mindset tips and tools that Tracey used to help her create that shift?
[14:54] - Tracey explains what she means by “Conscious Conversations that Convert.” She gives some context for the conversion piece of that concept.
[17:20] - The key to doing this in a way that is gentle rather than salesy is asking powerful questions. She then explains the way she keeps herself from giving too much advice.
[20:16] - Tracey offers some more “seduction” techniques.
[25:44] - We hear about the reaction that people tend to have once they’ve made the discovery of what they need to be working on.
[27:35] - What’s more important: to stretch the gap of how painful it is to not have what they want to have, or to show them a compelling future?
[29:17] - Tracey talks about the biggest problem her service-provider clients face: the difficulty of selling a service that is your own. She then goes on to explain how to overcome this problem.
[32:30] - How do you know what you’re worth?
[34:23] - Tracey discusses the art and science of packaging. She then moves to talk about the current, ongoing shift from the information age into the transformation age.
[38:58] - We hear Tracey’s thoughts on dealing with rejection and maintaining your positive energy. She emphasizes the importance of making sure that service comes first.
[44:36] - Tracey shares a recent success story of a client who was very open to her coaching and saw dramatic results. These professional results were significant enough that they ultimately led to a wedding proposal!
[52:55] - Tracey offers some beautiful words of wisdom and encouragement for listeners. She also clarifies that conscious conversations aren’t just for sales.
[54:17] - How can people connect with Tracey and her tribe?

Your Pre-Flight Checklist:

Ask myself: if I were diagnosed with cancer, how would my priorities shift and how would I want to spend my life? Use the answer to start changing my life in that direction.
Work toward a state of self-love. Being enough comes from within, not without, so stop looking for external validation.
Assess what slowing down would mean for me. Make a conscious daily effort to slow down in to avoid burnout.

Links and Resources:

Tracey Thompson on Facebook
Conscious Conversions Mastermind

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E56: Express Your True Essence: Karen Hoyos 0

Mar 21, 2017

Today’s guest is Karen Hoyos, who is a global transformational leader, celebrity coach, speaker, and bestselling author. Karen has dedicated herself to empowering people to find, live, and share their life’s purpose. In this episode, you’ll learn how to separate yourself from your ego, what the charming Carmen can teach you about becoming friends with your ego, how to allow yourself to shine and be seen -- and how to make a lot of money in the process!

Connect With Karen:

Karen Hoyos
Karen Hoyos on Facebook
karenhoyos on Instagram
@karenhoyos on Twitter

The Mission Log:

[03:13] - Karen starts things off by telling us a bit about herself and what she does.
[04:26] - What is the ego? Karen explains that it’s our false identity.
[06:44] - Karen discusses why it’s limiting to describe ourselves as the labels of the mind.
[08:35] - When was the first time that Karen felt she was pure possibility?
[11:31] - In response to Karen’s tale of domestic violence, Orion shares her own experience with the subject.
[13:06] - The gift of awakening comes to us in many different forms. Karen explains what she means, then talks about her experience with Landmark.
[16:54] - Karen clarifies what she means about taking responsibility.
[19:20] - We learn about two different methods of experiencing sadness: fully experiencing the emotion (as Orion has just mentioned), or observing the difference between the ego and the essence.
[22:56] - Karen talks about spirituality having the potential to be a mask for the ego.
[26:30] - What does being a woman mean to Karen?
[27:41] - How can we get over the feeling of not being enough?
[29:45] - Karen talks to us about Carmen, her ego. She explains how she discovered the name of her ego, and discusses her conversations with God.
[34:44] - We learn more about how Karen integrates Carmen into her everyday life, and how she reacts when Carmen shows up unexpectedly or uninvited.
[37:17] - What are Karen’s daily practices? Her answers include gratitude, purpose, and being fully present.
[41:44] - Karen explains that about 1% of the population is living according to our own purpose.
[43:41] - What are some of the particular challenges of leaders and coaches?
[47:11] - Orion takes a moment to share how much she loves this conversation. She then talks about her experiences in moving to the United States after living in Israel and Japan.
[50:17] - The danger of personal growth when we’re not fully present is that we might try to “fix” (rather than discover and reveal) who we are
[52:15] - Karen talks about the connection between money and spirituality. She goes into depth about her personal experience with making money while following her purpose, and talks about the experiences of others as well.
[59:32] - What are Karen’s three tips to living a stellar life? 1. Always be present to the perfection of what you’re living. 2. Live your purpose, no matter what your ego says. 3. Learn from people who have what you want to have.

Your Pre-Flight Checklist:

Differentiate between my ego self and my essence self. In essence, I am God, I have no limitations, and we are all one.
Phrase and observe my experiences as exactly that: experiences. “I experience anger,” not “I am angry.”
Remember that the gift of awakening comes to different people in different ways. I don’t need to suffer to become closer to God.

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E55: Women, Money & Legacy: Laura Gisborne 0

Mar 14, 2017

Today we're talking to Laura Gisborne, who is an incredibly inspirational woman with over 20 years of experience as a business expert. In this conversation, she talks about the relations between four factors: mindset, money, success, and legacy. She’s here to talk to us about moving from just surviving to truly thriving!

Connect With Laura:

LauraGisborne.com
Laura Gisborne on Facebook
@LauraGisborne on Twitter
Laura Gisborne on LinkedIn

The Mission Log:

[01:58] - Laura launches the interview by telling us a bit about herself. She explains that her life now doesn’t reflect where she came from.
[03:14] - What would Laura’s advice be for someone who struggles with money? In her answer, she talks about Louise Hay’s book You Can Heal Your Life.
[06:36] - Laura talks about the first steps she took after reading the aforementioned book.
[09:14] - We learn more about the importance of healing yourself as the first step. Overcoming the scarcity mentality is vital, she explains.
[10:35] - How does Laura help leaders in money consciousness to heal their money wounds? She talks about the differences in views on money in other cultures, which place less emphasis on money and more on social contribution.
[14:34] - Orion relates what Laura has been saying about money to the coaching she offers single women. Laura responds and expands on this.
[15:26] - What are some of the tools Laura used to get over the sense of not being enough? She explains that 2.8 billion people are currently living on less than $3 per day, which offers an incredible perspective on money.
[20:12] - Why do people who have lots of money and serve lots of people still feel like they’re not enough? Laura explains that this is what she calls “the human condition.”
[23:07] - Laura talks about getting down to that core feeling of inadequacy, using James Ray as an example.
[25:47] - Laura’s greatest blessing, and greatest contribution to her planet, is her children. She then talks about her legacy and her other blessings.
[28:13] - What made Laura think about legacy and leaving her mark on the world?
[32:12] - Laura describes the traits and habits of successful people. The most important, she explains, is how they spend their time.
[34:04] - To get a complimentary copy of Laura’s first book Stop the Spinning: Move From Surviving to Thriving, go to laurafreebook.com. To find out about Limitless Women or other events, go to her website at LauraGisborne.com.

Your Pre-Flight Checklist:

Get a copy of You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay, and read it attentively. This book can change my life.
Cultivate an understanding of the fact that there’s more available than what I think. I’m not limited to what I’m accustomed to.
Ask myself this question: if I didn’t have to struggle with money, what would be possible in my life?

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E54: Find Your Inner Light: Jaz Presence 0

Mar 7, 2017

Today, we're talking to Jaz Presence who is a speaker, coach, and meditation trainer. In our conversation, Jaz explores what it means to love and how to reach a state that allows you to achieve not only love, but a deep fulfillment that allows you to give (and receive) more. His wisdom will help you create better relationships, connect to a higher power, and reach a blissful stillness where you can get the right answers.

Connect With Jaz:

Evolve Planet
HugAndConnect.org
@HugAndConnect on Twitter
@JazPresence on Twitter
@hugandconnectnow on Facebook

The Mission Log:

[02:57] - Jaz wakes up at 5:30 and starts his day with meditation. He explains what he gets from this morning ritual.
[04:08] - What would Jaz recommend for someone who doesn’t know how to meditate?
[07:03] - We are always connected to a deeper wisdom, but we are distracted by consciously thinking about things.
[08:30] - Jaz talks about learning to meditate at five years old. He also mentions the culture of having traveling monks in India, and how this early training in meditation enhanced his ability to learn.
[10:54] - Science is validating the things Jaz has been saying about meditation, he tells us. He uses the examples of Newton’s apple and Archimedes’ principle to demonstrate how meditation and concentration can lead to insights.
[13:16] - What made Jaz decide to switch from being an engineer to being a coach? In his answer, Jaz talks about overcoming our perceived mental and physical limitations.
[18:40] - We hear about when Jaz decided to make the shift to devoting his life to helping people.
[20:22] - Jaz talks about creating stories for his clients, and explains why he doesn’t plan his talks in advance.
[21:46] - Jaz discusses the various areas he works on with clients. He and Orion then talk about the importance of hugging, and Jaz’s site HugAndConnect.org.
[26:17] - We learn Jaz’s thoughts about yoga, which he teaches in Japan. He then moves on to discuss non-verbal communication.
[28:59] - To Jaz, all relationships are the same. He explains what he means.
[30:59] - Fulfillment comes from happiness and love (which ultimately means it comes from giving). From that state of fulfillment, we can create anything -- and we’re empowered to give more.
[35:11] - What is Jaz’s advice for Orion’s community of women who took part in her Valentine’s Day challenge?
[39:59] - Orion expands on what Jaz has been saying, and then tells the story of meeting her now-husband Stephan. She and Jaz then discuss the power of changing your mindset.
[44:23] - Does Jaz ever get angry? He answers, then he and Orion talk about the role of emotions and pain in life before moving on to discuss their contrasting views on duality.
[51:58] - Jaz talks about the relationship we’re creating with our own awareness, and explains that letting go of it can allow us to live in a state of bliss.
[53:57] - Where can people find Jaz, and what are his tips for living a stellar life?

Your Pre-Flight Checklist:

For the next two weeks, wake up 30 minutes to an hour early every day and set aside the extra time for meditation.
If you aren’t familiar with meditating, sit still and pay attention to your breath. See how long you can stay focused, and practice doing it for longer.
To obtain clarity on something specific, meditate on that particular topic. You may be surprised by how much clearer the subject becomes after meditation.

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E53: How to Find the Right Man: Anita Boyd 0

Feb 28, 2017

Today we're joined by the lovely Antia Boyd, who has spent more than a decade helping single women attract long-term, loving, stable relationships. She struggled for years with trust issues and attracting emotionally unavailable men. In this episode she'll discuss how she finally decided to make a change and how she can help you to do the same.

Connect With Antia:

Antia Boyd on LinkedIn
@HowToFindTheRightMan on Facebook

The Mission Log:

[01:20] - Antia shares a bit about herself and her relationship with her husband, Brody. She explains how her background led her to where she is today, and what it took for her to find the man of her dreams.
[05:48] - What did Antia learn in her coaching sessions?
[09:12] - Antia talks about the “homework” she needed to do while she was going through coaching.
[11:57] - Orion talks about a book she’s reading: The Tools by Phil Stutz and Barry Michels. She and Antia then talk about a lesson from the book.
[13:48] - Antia discusses the concept of running toward your fears. She explores this by revealing some of the dynamics she has with her husband.
[17:57] - What is Antia’s best dating advice for women? Her answer involves bringing energy back to yourself through awareness and questions.
[20:40] - We hear Antia’s advice about dating online or through apps. Her advice involves maintaining the same energy as you would in person.
[22:47] - Antia elaborates on why you should meet someone in person quickly when online dating, especially with an anxious attachment style.
[24:59] - We learn about the benefits of treating every date as a first date, and what that means in practical terms.
[26:16] - In terms of getting intimate, Antia doesn’t have a system. Instead, it’s something to do when you feel in alignment and you desire it, not when you’re asking yourself whether you “should.”
[28:30] - What does being vulnerable mean to Antia?
[31:15] - Antia talks about what to wear when you go out on dates. Her color advice depends on the kind of man you tend to attract, and to avoid letting your clothes wear you instead of the other way around.
[37:27] - Authenticity is “100%” important in a relationship, Antia says, and explains why.
[39:11] - What are some red flags when you’re dating someone new? She gives some advice on how to steer clear of manipulative and emotionally abusive men.
[42:56] - Antia discusses how to set boundaries, and how to communicate it when you have a problem with something your significant other did.
[46:47] - What are Antia’s three tips to leaving a stellar life? #1: Really be yourself. If you want to dance or skip or sing, do it! #2: Be authentic, and speak your truth. #3: When you’re dating or with your man, make sure you have some other way to create that same emotional tonality outside of your relationship.
[49:19] - Antia talks about where to find her and what she offers, including free coaching at howtofindtherightman.com.

Your Pre-Flight Checklist:

You attract who you’re being. If you find you’re attracting the wrong kind of men, take a close look at yourself and identify how you’re similar to them.
Identify which of the two types of women you are. One type of woman learns through relationships, and the other kind of woman learns outside of relationships.
If you’re single, work on preparing yourself. Remember that you could meet your life partner any day, so become the woman you want to be for that event.

Links and Resources:

Antia Boyd on LinkedIn
@HowToFindTheRightMan on Facebook
The Tools
The Game
howtofindtherightman.com

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E52: How to Heal and Open Your Heart to Love: Evette Rose 0

Feb 21, 2017

Today’s guest, Evette Rose, is an author, life coach, trauma release practitioner, and personal development teacher. Evette specializes in helping people resolve old traumas. This frees them to live a successful and fulfilling lives without the constraints that they might not even have realized were holding them back. Listen in to learn how to release what does not serve you anymore, and how to open your heart to attract true love.

Connect With Evette:
Metaphysical Anatomy (Evette’s site)
Metaphysical Anatomy on YouTube
Evetterose1 on Instagram
@metaphysicalanatomy on Facebook
@EvetteRose1 on Twitter

The Mission Log:

[02:13] - Evette starts us off with an introduction to who she is and mentions her book, Metaphysical Anatomy. She and Orion then talk about sending energy and emotions.
[04:31] - Orion spent time at Oneness University in India, where she learned to give a type of blessing that she describes here.
[05:37] - We hear about how extensively Evette has traveled.
[06:42] - Evette shares her tips on keeping energy high and taking care of yourself through jet lag.
[09:29] - What are the roots of our blocks? After some discussion, Orion narrows the question to this: what are the blocks in our healing?
[14:47] - In response to what Evette has been saying, Orion offers a metaphor of her own: walking along a beautiful beach wearing heavy war armor. Evette expands on that, and explains the reasons we choose to do this.
[17:03] - Orion takes a moment to apologize for her cat being in the room and meowing, and she and Evette then take a moment to talk about cats.
[17:57] - What tools can Evette give us to heal trauma? In her answer, she addresses your inner wisdom as it relates to epigenetics.
[19:57] - Evette returns to answering Orion’s question. She talks about the brain and body, exploring how they store past trauma.
{23:58] - The body’s functions are similar to an ant’s nest, Evette explains.
[25:57] - Evette talks about some ways to heal trauma. She also explains that illness comes from your body doing everything it possibly can to help you survive, and then reaching your limits.
[28:53] - Evette offers advice for what to do if you find you can’t sit still.
[31:59] - What does Evette think self-love is? She answers by asking a question of her own: what is your definition of love?
[33:14] - Orion asks Evette to go deeper into what she said in her definition of love. She explains the difference between being traumatized and being vulnerable.
[34:39] - Evette gives an example of being vulnerable according to her definition.
[36:40] - In response to what Orion has been saying, Evette steps in to talk about what surrendering means in this context.
[38:14] - Orion asks Evette whether she believes in the idea of exchanging versions of yourself. She then clarifies what this means. Evette agrees with the concept, but had just been using different terms.
[40:16] - Evette talks about her soon-to-be-released video on healing versus religion.
[41:30] - What can we do to connect with a feeling of abundance? Evette talks about the different kinds of abundance.
[43:51] - To be in a state of gratitude is incredibly difficult when you’re in a place of pain, Evette says, and discusses what to do about this.
[46:14] - Evette returns to her earlier point about the importance of finding someone to work with rather than trying to do it by yourself.
[47:20] - We hear about Evette’s past, and the fact that for many years her motivation was rooted in anger rather than love.
[51:47] - When was Evette’s shift from anger to love? She talks about the moment that she felt her two choices were suicide or change.
[54:26] - Evette and Orion spend some time talking about Evette’s previous suicidal thoughts, and the topic of suicide in general. Evette then talks about her journey back to herself.
[58:08] - Where can people find Evette?

A special note from Evette:

When you join Evette’s subscription list on Metaphysical Anatomy, you’ll receive 365 daily inspirational quotes, free videos, and fun facts about healing, all based on her book Metaphysical Anatomy. You’ll also receive a 10% discount coupon code for the book itself!

Your Pre-Flight Checklist:

When you’re traveling, remember to take care of yourself. If you aren’t refreshed and rejuvenated, you won’t be able to give to other people.
Strip away your family values. You don’t need to turn your back on them if they serve you, but do some self-examination and ask yourself who you are without them.
Ask yourself whether you’re figuratively wearing battle armor while walking on a beautiful beach, because you’re still trying to protect yourself from a past trauma.

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E51: Understanding Men, Women, & The Queen's Code : Alison Armstrong 0

Feb 14, 2017

In this episode, we talk to Alison Armstrong, who is a world-renowned expert on male/female, masculine/feminine dynamics. Alison is an author and a sought-after speaker in gender differences and dynamics, sexuality, relationships, and more. In our conversation, she offers beautiful advice about how to better manage these relationships to lead to greater fulfillment for both partners. She’s here to teach you how to own everything that you are, so you can find love again. I don’t think I could have had a more perfect guest on this Valentine’s day!

Connect With Alison:

Understand Men on Facebook
UnderstandMen.com

The Mission Log:

[02:10] - What is the most astonishing discovery that Alison has made about men and women, and they way they connect?
[05:02] - Alison has said that we see men as “hairy, misbehaving women.” She talks more about the way the genders interact.
[08:20] - Orion points out that men don’t like to report as much as women do; Alison takes it a step further, emphasizing how deeply ingrained it is in men not to expend energy on conversations like this.
[10:10] - Alison discusses Orion’s use of the word “obey” in relation to men, and talks about the importance of appreciating people’s good choices.
[12:13] - Alison talks about how to view the “part” in “partnership,” how important it is to show appreciation in the other person’s currency, and the “worth it calculation.”
[18:43] - What are some ways to find and speak our partner’s love language?
[20:02] - Alison offers an example to explain why love languages and appreciation currencies matter. She also talks about the teleclass called The Appreciation Equation on her site.
[25:15] - At Alison’s house, she and her husband have something called a “credit tour,” where they point out the things they need to be appreciated for.
[25:40] - What makes a woman attractive to a man? Alison’s somewhat surprising answer is that instead of worrying about being attractive, you should show that you’re attracted to him.
[30:00] - Orion talks about her Awaken Your Inner Goddess Challenge. She then asks Alison’s advice for what women should do to heal themselves. In her answer, Alison emphasizes the importance of forgiving oneself.
[37:09] - When Alison talks about “owning,” is that public or private? And how do we get to a place of owning ourselves and our actions?
[40:12] - Alison talks about Valentine’s Day, starting with her aversion to its disempowering history and false beginning.
[44:44] - Money is like a man, Allison says, and explains the connection. Again, she emphasizes the need to be impressed and appreciative.
[46:42] - Alison offers her advice on healing from betrayal, trusting again, and rediscovering faith in love. Much of this revolves around unspoken expectations on both parts.
{53:02] - What are Alison’s three tips for living a stellar life? 1. Figure out what your shortlist (of things you truly need) is. 2. Make clear to everyone who you care about what your needs are, and ask if they’ll provide it to you. 3. Assess whether the shortlist of what people are able to provide to you matches the shortlist of what you need.

Your Pre-Flight Checklist:

Try to avoid asking a man a relationship question unless you want a literal answer. He’s more likely to try to genuinely answer it than to take any hint you intended with the question.
Don’t take it personally if your guy answers your questions about his day with “good” or “fine.” It’s his hunter instinct to conserve energy showing itself.
Be direct about what you want or need from your partner. You need to provide clarity if you want your partner to provide what you’re asking for.

Links and Resources:

Understand Men on Facebook
UnderstandMen.com
The Queen’s Code
Love languages
The Appreciation Equation
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