Episode 129 - Edith Nwosu - Beyond the Bullet: Edith Nwosu’s Mindset for Reclaiming Life and Purpose
This episode: Beyond the Bullet: Edith Nwosu’s Mindset for Reclaiming Life and Purpose.
Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Introduction and Purpose of the Meeting (0:13)
Host Drew Deraney welcomes Edith and thanks Melissa Van Oss for the introduction.
Drew discusses the linear nature of life and introduces the concept of three types of people: those with blind spots, those who blame others, and those who take adversity as an opportunity.
Drew describes Edith as woman number three, who sees adversity as an opportunity for growth.
He asks Edith to share a defining moment in her life that changed her perspective.
Edith's Defining Moment: The Shooting Incident (8:31)
Edith shares her experience of being shot at a celebration in 2005 when she was 14 years old.
She describes the traumatic event, including being shot through her right arm and the severe injuries she sustained.
Edith emphasizes the importance of faith, forgiveness, and the power of mindset in overcoming adversity.
She explains how the incident taught her the importance of shifting her mindset and the role of faith in her recovery.
Healing and Recovery Process (10:55)
Edith discusses the physical healing process, which took about a year, and her decision not to accept the limitations set by doctors.
She describes her efforts to regain strength and motor skills through simple activities like cleaning and working with children with special needs.
Edith highlights the importance of natural healing methods, such as rest, hydration, and nourishment, in her recovery.
She shares her determination to heal despite being told she would never run again and how her mindset played a crucial role in her recovery.
Emotional Healing and Personal Development (17:21)
Edith explains that healing is a process and that it took years for her to emotionally heal from the shooting incident.
She discusses the importance of processing trauma and the role of support from family and loved ones in her healing journey.
Edith emphasizes the need for privacy in the healing process and the challenges of dealing with public scrutiny.
She reflects on the importance of personal development and the role of faith in her emotional healing.
College Experience and Career Path (25:21)
Edith shares her decision to attend Lincoln University, where she initially studied psychology.
She describes her early involvement in special needs and autis...
Chapters
(00:00:00) - Meet Lady E: Evolving, Radiantly(00:02:40) - There Are Three Types of Women(00:04:42) - What Was The Moment That Changed Your Life?(00:12:50) - How I Learned To Heal My Arm (From The Bullet)(00:19:17) - How I Learned To Heal From The Shooting(00:27:10) - Understanding the psychology of special needs(00:37:17) - Reveal: The Lady E Effect(00:44:59) - Eden on Advice For Young People(00:48:16) - Living the Life You Want to Live
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Episode 128 - Richard Schreiber - The Power of Radical Self-Awareness: A Father’s Mission to Revolutionize Autism Care
This episode: The Power of Radical Self-Awareness: A Father’s Mission to Revolutionize Autism Care.
Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Introduction and Purpose of the Show (0:00)
Host Drew Deraney thanks Karen Shaw and Priscilla Ledo for introducing Richard Schreiber to him.
Drew explains the purpose of the show, focusing on the concept of life being non-linear and the importance of self-awareness.
He introduces the three types of men: blind spots, heightened self-awareness, and intense self-awareness.
Drew invites Guest Richard Schreiber to share his journey from man number one to man number three and how it has changed his personal and professional life.
Richard's Journey from Man Number One to Man Number Three (2:39)
Richard Schreiber reflects on his early years, describing himself as man number one, lacking focus and direction.
Richard discusses the impact of disruptive technologies like Uber and Lyft on his consulting practice.
He shares a personal story about his daughter's autism diagnosis and the challenges they faced in finding the right care.
Richard describes the turning point when his daughter expressed her feelings of isolation, leading to a shift in their approach to her care.
Alternative Care for Autism (8:01)
Richard talks about their transition from traditional pharmaceutical treatments to alternative methods like essential oils.
He mentions the benefits of essential oils for his daughter, including improved regulation and reduced anxiety.
Richard emphasizes the importance of being one's own practitioner in the modern medical space.
He discusses the misdiagnosis and mistreatment of autism and the need for a more nuanced understanding of neurological differences.
The Role of AI in Autism Care (16:07)
Richard explains his involvement in AI and its potential to level up autism care services.
He highlights the importance of using AI responsibly and ethically.
Richard shares his experience in a mastermind group focused on AI and its applications in various fields.
He discusses the potential of AI to enhance healthcare and special needs care.
Richard's Professional Background and Current Work (24:01)
Richard describes his career journey from journalism to technology, including his work with software systems and corporate travel booking.
He shares his experience with AI, starting from the early da...
Chapters
(00:00:00) - Autism Care Revolution(00:01:28) - Richard on His 3-Step Process(00:06:02) - Autism Care: The Right Care(00:14:17) - One mother on the Autism Spectrum shares her story(00:18:45) - What Were You Doing Prior to Starting Your Startup?(00:21:22) - Are You Ready for the AI Disruption?(00:25:48) - The Autism Innovation Community Foundation(00:30:28) - Alternatives to Dosing Our Kids(00:32:21) - Autism 101: Stem Active for Nonverbal Kids(00:34:02) - Richard Schreiber Supports Autism Research(00:36:41) - George Carlin on Advice For Kids(00:37:21) - Richard Branson on Advice For Young Business People(00:39:33) - Richard on Drew and This Podcast(00:40:17) - Living the Life You Want to Live
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Episode 127 - Mitch Weisburgh - The Power of Mind Shifting: Mitch Weisburgh’s Blueprint for Growth and Resilience
This episode: The Power of Mind Shifting: Mitch Weisburgh’s Blueprint for Growth and Resilience.
Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Introduction and Initial Greetings (0:03)
Host Drew Deraney pleasure in seeing Guest Mitch Weisburgh and thanks him for joining the show.
Drew humorously mentions Steve Ramona and thanks him for the introduction to his guest.
The Three Types of Men (1:32)
Drew discusses the concept of life being linear and how external circumstances disrupt this linearity.
Drew introduces three types of men: one with blind spots, one with heightened self-awareness and sees life as a victim, and one who sees adversity as an opportunity for growth.
Drew positions Mitch as the third type of man who sees adversity as an opportunity for personal growth.
Drew asks Mitch to share his defining moment that led him to become the third type of man.
Mitch's Defining Moment (3:16)
Mitch reflects on his upbringing with spiritual and internally guided parents.
He shares a story from when he was 14, training for a four-mile swim race, and his parents pressured him to go on vacation instead.
Mitch describes the impact of not training properly and how it affected his performance in the race.
He concludes that he learned to trust his inner compass and make decisions based on what he knew was right.
Impact of Mitch's Decision (7:12)
Drew comments on the impact of Mitch's decision at 14 and asks if he ever discussed it with his dad.
Mitch shares that his dad passed away last July and that they often worked together from 1975 to 1999.
Mitch explains that his dad's advice sometimes conflicted with his inner compass, and he had to make his own decisions.
Mitch shares a story about his son Herbie, who was advised by his dad to make his own decisions and seek advice when needed.
Mitch's Approach to Decision Making (10:54)
Drew asks how Mitch's belief in his inner compass influenced his bigger decisions in life.
Mitch explains that he often faces situations where there are multiple paths, and he uses his inner compass to make decisions.
Mitch shares an example of receiving an email from a university in Niger and how it led to him teaching a workshop on decision-making.
Mitch describes the process of preparing for the workshop and the positive reception he received from the students.
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Episode 126 - Mitch Levinson - From Boardroom to Purpose: Mitch Levinson’s Journey of Entrepreneurship, Adversity, and Advocacy for Special Needs Families.
This episode: From Boardroom to Purpose: Mitch Levinson’s Journey of Entrepreneurship, Adversity, and Advocacy for Special Needs Families.
Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast (0:15)
Host Drew Deraney thanks Adam Citron for introducing Mitch Levinson and discusses the concept of a linear life path.
Drew explains three types of men on a circuitous life path: those with blind spots, those who blame external factors, and those who see adversities as opportunities.
Drew introduces Guest Mitch Levinson as the third type of man who sees adversities as opportunities for growth and change.
Drew asks Mitch to share a defining moment that changed his life and moved him from one path to another.
Mitch's Early Career and Adversities (3:15)
Mitch shares his experience of being laid off during the internet bubble burst and the decision to call clients for referrals.
He explains how three Fortune 1000 companies offered him consulting work, leading him to start his first business.
Mitch emphasizes the importance of character and integrity in building a successful business.
He discusses the decision to grow his business and bring on more people, leading to the establishment of a full-service digital marketing agency.
Growing the Business and Making Difficult Decisions (7:25)
Mitch talks about the challenges of balancing multiple clients and the decision to hire more people.
He describes the growth of his business over 25 years and the eventual sale to a different company.
Mitch explains the easy decision to sell his business when the new company offered to absorb his employees and services.
He shares the subsequent challenges of his business unit being put on the block and the decision to start a nonprofit for special needs.
Starting Joey's Journeys Nonprofit (11:05)
Mitch discusses the inspiration behind starting Joey's Journeys, an organization to raise awareness and create lasting memories for the special needs community.
He shares the challenges of getting people to participate and donate to the nonprofit.
Mitch highlights the importance of trust and transparency in building the nonprofit.
He shares Joey's achievements, including being voted the most inspirational athlete in Texas by the Special Olympics.
Impact of Travel on Special Needs Families (15:53)
Mitch explains how travel can benefit special needs families, providing opportunities for personal...
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Episode 125 - Lafaya Mitchell - From Trauma to Triumph: Lafaya Mitchell on Breaking Cycles, Raising Neurodiverse Kids, and The Lafayette Way.
This episode: From Trauma to Triumph: Lafaya Mitchell on Breaking Cycles, Raising Neurodiverse Kids, and The Lafayette Way.
Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Introduction and Purpose of the Meeting (0:13)
Host Drew Deraney expresses happiness about speaking to his Guest Lafaya Mitchell and mentions the purpose of the meeting, one of which is to discuss her new book.
Drew thanks Anke Herrmann for introducing Lafaya and he discusses the concept of life being non-linear.
He introduces the idea of three types of women: one with many blind spots, one who is a victim, and one who sees adversity as opportunities.
Drew asks Lafaya to reflect on her defining moments and how they transitioned from one type of woman to another.
Defining Moments and Personal Growth (3:20)
Lafaya shares her first defining moment, which was the birth of her first son at 17, and her determination to avoid the trauma she experienced as a child.
She describes her struggle with self-awareness and being a victim in her early 20s, despite finishing high school and starting college.
Lafaya recounts a pivotal moment at 25 when she had a life-changing decision to make while driving, which led her to seek help from her grandmother.
She explains how these moments helped her transition from being a victim to seeing adversity as opportunities for growth.
Overcoming Personal Trauma (6:29)
Drew asks Lafaya to elaborate on the trauma she experienced as a child, which included extreme domestic violence and suicidal thoughts.
Lafaya details her upbringing in a home with heavy drug addiction and the impact of witnessing domestic violence.
She shares her struggle with suicidal thoughts and how her fear of going to hell kept her alive.
Drew acknowledges Lafaya's strength and resilience in overcoming such difficult circumstances.
Becoming a Mother and Caretaker (8:44)
Drew inquires about how Lafaya became a wonderful mother despite her young age and lack of parenting skills.
Lafaya explains that her early responsibility in caring for her siblings helped her become a protective and caring mother.
She shares examples of her young self taking care of her siblings and stealing medicine for them.
Lafaya discusses her fierce protection of her son and her role in keeping him safe from harm.
Balancing Motherhood and Professional Life (12:43)
Drew asks about Lafaya's current family situation and how she balances her professional life wit...
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