Arnold Beekes argues that from childhood, we are conditioned to conform to the expectations of others – parents, teachers, employers – leading us to live lives that are not truly our own. This "fitting in" becomes our default operating system, hindering personal growth and fulfillment. He emphasizes the importance [...]
This episode features a conversation between host Dan Storey and guest Larry Bilotta, who has spent 15 years interviewing people about their relationships. They delve into the psychology of relationships, focusing on why they fail and how to improve them. Bilotta introduces a unique framework, categorizing individuals as [...]
This episode of the Personal Transformation Podcast explores stress management with life coach Andrew O'Brien, who overcame his own struggles with burnout. He emphasizes that while stress is a natural human experience, we can learn to regulate our response to it, much like navigating the highs and lows [...]
This episode of the Personal Transformation podcast tackles the often-dreaded topic of networking, offering a refreshing perspective on building meaningful connections. Having recently relocated to a new city, Host Dan Storey candidly shares his desire to expand his social circle without resorting to the traditional, and sometimes uncomfortable, networking [...]
In this episode, Michael D. Ostrolenk and Dan Storey explore the themes of resilience and personal growth on 3 levels - the individual, within personal relationships and in group environments. Together, they explore the critical role of resilience in personal and interpersonal growth. Ostrolenk explains that resilience involves [...]
In this insightful discussion, Betsy Pepine shares her concept of Breaking Boxes, her approach to personal and professional growth, which emphasizes the importance of visualizing one's future and setting clear goals for long-term success. Betsy explains how societal roles and labels can box us in, limiting potential. She uses [...]
In this episode, host Dan Storey interviews Judith Costa, a renowned expert on unconditional love and self-awareness. They dive deep into the concept of self-love, how it influences personal growth, decision-making, and overcoming life challenges. Costa shares practical strategies to move past limiting beliefs, procrastination, and emotional baggage by [...]
Richard Walsh's entrepreneurial journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and adaptability. Despite facing significant challenges, including a life-altering accident that left him unable to pursue his athletic dreams, Richard redirected his energy toward building a successful career in business. Overcoming adversity, he developed a strong work ethic, [...]
In the episode, Llion Drake and Dan Storey delve into Llion's journey through competitive bodybuilding, focusing on his struggles, growth, and future ambitions. Learn how Llion went from breaking his back and being told he would never play sport again to taking up bodybuilding and winning both the [...]
In this episode of the Personal Transformation Podcast, Dan Storey delves into the concept of "Akrasia", an ancient Greek term describing the human tendency to act against one's better judgment. Dan explains that Akrasia represents a disconnect between our intentions and actions, leading us to procrastinate, become distracted, [...]
In this inspiring episode, we delve into the remarkable story of Kim Rahir, a 60-year-old weightlifter who has transformed her life and defied societal expectations through the power of strength training. Kim shares her journey from discovering the joy of weightlifting to becoming a passionate advocate for fitness, [...]
In this episode, Dan Storey interviews Anna Urnova, a career transition expert who shares strategies for successfully pivoting careers while maintaining financial stability and fulfilling personal responsibilities. The discussion focuses on deconstructing one's identity into 'Lego pieces'—skills, experiences, and talents—and creatively rebuilding a career aligned with one's purpose. [...]
