Today on the show I wanted to talk about a great TED Talk I came across called "The Mathematics of Love." It's one of my favorites as it dives into the complexities of finding a partner. Even if you feel like you're really good at swooning someone from a feelings perspective, you're still playing a numbers game. There is no tried and true one method for finding the right partner but understanding the odds could put those odds in your favor. Hannah Fry also speaks about how to maintain a health m...
Mar 16, 2018•27 min
Jameson has arrived 👶 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe
Mar 15, 2018•10 min
Today on the show I have Rosemary Richings, a talented copywriter who speaks of her growth as a professional writer and the tools she uses to continue forward in her career whilst facing Dyspraxia, a form of developmental coordination disorder (DCD), a common disorder affecting fine and/or gross motor coordination in children and adults. Rosemary was kind enough to share her story and talk about how entrepreneurs can work on issues of anxiety and self-doubt whilst starting their own business. Ro...
Mar 14, 2018•44 min
Today on the show I have Juliet Lucero with me to discuss some deep and heavy topics including bullying, mental health and school shootings. These are all topics can make people feel uncomfortable but with the unfortunate reality of mass killings being ever-present in our world, it's a topic we need to discuss. It's also a topic we need to educate schools on in terms of preventative measures, identifying potential threads, helping those with mental health struggles, preventing stigma and teachin...
Mar 12, 2018•48 min
Welcome to the Friday show! What's the Friday show? Eh, I don't really know yet. I think it'll be a time for me to talk a little bit more about what's going on in my life at the moment. Where I'm in my personal growth journey along with my personal mental health struggle as well. I may have guests in the future but I do like the idea of it being the opportunity for you guys to get to know me a little bit better. Today on the show I talk about "Not Doing Enough." I struggle so intensely with this...
Mar 09, 2018•19 min
Today on the show I speak with Tyron Cutner about the importance of Men's Style as it pertains to the mindset of the modern man. It's without question that we see a sharp-dressed person as someone we should take serious and that is exactly the philosophy that Tyron speaks about in this episode. He helps other men realize their potential in dressing well and unlocks their life potential through unlocking the well-dressed man that exists in everyone. I really loved talking about this topic as it h...
Mar 07, 2018•38 min
Today on the show I talk about finding your "thing." You know, the meaning of your life, the career you want, the piece of the puzzle that will make you feel whole. I discuss the search and what type of thinking you can employ to help you find that sense of being that you may be striving for. Consider in yourself what fits your core values, what makes you feel good, what makes sense and what you have talent in. This is definitely more of a philosophical episode meant to stimulate a bit of discov...
Mar 05, 2018•26 min
Bertrand Ngampa joins me on the show today talk about how you can make simple changes in your life to get yourself into a healthier lifestyle. Coach B takes an approach that many people need when it comes to their health, practicality. He knows that there are simple things that people can do to start to make a change and he isn't going to hide it behind a paywall. He shares some great stories about his youth with issues in school then the military giving him some direction and other things that ...
Feb 28, 2018•36 min
Anchor dropped a big new updates on its app making it even easier to record podcasts directly from your phone with very little effort. There's of course a learning curve but it's still a million times easier to record on your phone instead of needing all the extra equipment or knowledge of RSS feeds! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe...
Feb 26, 2018•8 min
Today on the show I speak with Brandon Guzzardo, a graphic designer who is new to the field and making waves with his clients. His epilepsy led to his job parting ways with him a few years ago but he didn't let that stop him as he created the opportunity for himself to learn graphic design and start creating social graphics for his clients. We also talk about overcoming such odds along with how we can all create more and learn more in the modern world. Please welcome Brandon Guzzardo! --- Send i...
Feb 22, 2018•43 min
I've got Brendan Alan Barrett on the show today to talk about his podcast "The Business of Family and Selling", which is all about sales excellence for moms, dads, husbands and wives who work with sales teams and is a discussion of work-life balance. Brendan works with businesses and their sales teams to promote a healthy way of living to make sure the stress of sales isn't brought home. He shares great book suggestions that led him down this path. At its essence, this episode is in service to w...
Feb 21, 2018•51 min
Today on the show I talk about the unfortunate recent shooting at a high school in Florida. I wanted to cover the stigma behind mental illness that comes out of these majorly sad events and talk to my listeners about what they can do to not be so consumed by such sad news. It's a heavy episode with a lot to cover, so I massively appreciate you listening. Please subscribe to the show and check us out on Instagram.com/dopeaminepodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod...
Feb 16, 2018•26 min
Today on the show I have Amanda Sloan and Thom Knight with me to discuss their work on ThankfulCow Solutions, a social agency focused on Coffee Shops and Restaurants. This dynamic duo, perfect for Valentine's day, happy V-day everyone, works together utilizing different strengths in media and social marketing to help their client niche...coffee shops and restaurants. We talk a bit about how they came across their niche, recent developments on their roles working together and what it's like to be...
Feb 14, 2018•47 min
Today on the show I have John Jones joining me to talk about his IT business in the UK and how he operated that business whilst having Executive Function Disorder (EFD). EFD makes it difficult for someone to strategize, plan and stay on deadline. Naturally, John has come up with tools and tactics over time that has allowed him to grow as a person and function as a business owner. He also employs a lot of similar techniques with raising his kids whom have some of their own difficulties. His partn...
Feb 07, 2018•40 min
Today on the show I have Carrie Miller who is a post-divorce specialist to talk about how she helps people regain a sense of self after the difficult situation that is divorce. We take this opportunity to talk about my divorce and allow Carrie to show off her talents and expertise with my situation. She's been a very big help to me in making me realize a few key elements that took place in my relationship, helped me build more empathy for my formal partner, and helped me feel like on the right p...
Jan 31, 2018•1 hr 3 min
Today on the show I have with me the wonderful Natalia Yungerlevi. She works with businesses to help them retain talent through assessment and teaching owners as well as employees on how to build a better working environment. That largely stems from taking good care of each other and listening to needs beyond what is typically expected. She has also a personal story about her life and work in the foster care system. She's utilizing her skills in helping businesses in order to help the foster car...
Jan 24, 2018•49 min
My guest this week is Malinda Baum who is a former firefighter and current visual artist aiming to help cancer patients reclaim their life through visual art therapy. She teaches people how to spend a little time each day with the craft regardless of skill level. She has a wonderful story that will surely inspire you! Welcome, Malinda! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe...
Jan 17, 2018•33 min
I joined Carrie Miller on a Facebook Live in her group Passion + Action to tell a bit of my story of divorce and heartbreak. Carrie is a post-divorce specialist with some amazing insight on helping someone not only survive after a divorce but to forgive themselves and find their individual identity. This is the audio of that talk. To find the video version go to Facebook and search for Passion + Action. We also spoke about self-respect, social stigma, personal growth, and forgiving yourself. Ple...
Jan 16, 2018•1 hr 12 min
2018 can be a big year for all of us if we finally join the year we're in. What does that mean? That means realizing that we have more control of the media landscape than we allow ourselves to believe. Everything we discuss or love is brought to us via more content. We're deciding what gets put in front of us. No longer do we live in a time where few entities control everything. So from a consumer standpoint, we need to take ownership of that for our own sanity. --- Send in a voice message: http...
Jan 05, 2018•18 min
Today on the show we have a good friend of mine here chatting with me about borderline personality disorder, C-PTSD, OCD and a multitude of other topics. PersB Mental Health joins the show to talk about what she's got cooking for 2018, shares a bit about life with BPD, and where she's at in her personal journey. She's a young podcaster wise beyond her years, so this is a chat for everyone. Everyone give Pers some love! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happyche...
Jan 03, 2018•1 hr 8 min
I find mania to be the more difficult and less understood aspect of bipolar disorder. The highs seems you're just being productive or extra fun but what is really going on is a chemical regression of negative feelings. Once brain chemistry catches up, the crash begins. On this episode, I read a really great article that logically breaks down the intense difficult that comes with fending the maddening affects of mania. Once again, I'm not a medical professional. Just someone with experience tryin...
Dec 29, 2017•26 min
Today on the podcast I talk about manic productivity. It's the state of being one with bipolar disorder or cyclothymia gets into as mania starts to seep in. I talk a little about what I do to track my moods, what hypomania is and where I'm at in my cyclothymic cycle. I am not a mental health professional, so please see a therapist or your general practitioner on medical advice pertaining to mental health. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message...
Dec 28, 2017•19 min
My guest today and my first guest of 2018 will be Ron McKnight who is the owner of funnelrehabbers.com . Him and his wife help life coaches get the clients they need through digital techniques. Today we chat about personal growth as he shares a bit of his story and thoughts on battling FOMO. Sit back, grab your hot cocoa and enjoy the smooth sounds of Ron McKnight! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine at dopeamin...
Dec 27, 2017•45 min
The new year is often a time for change. New thoughts, plans, ideas and approaches to life are filling out brains. So, for me in 2018, I plan on doing more interviews with other creatives, business owners, friends and maybe even my parents to see what they have to say about being creative and managing your business along with managing your mental health. I'd also love to know what your plans are for the coming year! Send me some love @rivalmydesign or at christian@rival.design --- Send in a voic...
Dec 27, 2017•8 min
From Divorce to Mental Health. Stigmas from friends and family are often founded on weak ideas of concepts passed from generation to generation. Ideas that we have to battle with ourselves as we go through unusual circumstances in life that aren't as unusual as we may think. Let's break it down. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe...
Dec 12, 2017•31 min
Having goals is, of course, paramount to getting anywhere and doing anything but process is so much more important. You have to love what you do every step of the way. On today's podcast, we talk about how you can best set yourself up to love the process of creating your content and why just having goals can be a bit shallow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe...
Dec 07, 2017•18 min
We all need to take time for ourselves throughout our day. Take a walk, take a breath, listen to music and give yourself the space to continue moving on. This isn't advice exclusive to those suffering from the difficulties of mental health, it's for everyone. On this episode of the C-Note Audio Extravaganza we explore what you can do to give yourself a little extra room to breath every day when you can't afford to take a full mental health day. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spo...
Dec 05, 2017•30 min
Podcast | Customer Service • THE CNOTE AUDIO EXTRAVAGANZA | GET RIGHT 53 - Jawn (ft Ms Jade & Pharaoh DeNiro) • Being nice is good for business • Good Customer Service is About Providing Value • Thanks for listening! :D • Takin' Care of Business --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe...
Dec 04, 2017•13 min
THE CNOTE AUDIO EXTRAVAGANZA | GET RIGHT 53 - Jawn (ft Ms Jade & Pharaoh DeNiro) • Differentiating PTSD from C-PTSD • BPD and C-PTSD • BPD vs. C-PTSD and Childhood Treatments for C-PTSD • Kids --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe...
Nov 28, 2017•16 min
Podcast | C-PTSD • THE CNOTE AUDIO EXTRAVAGANZA | GET RIGHT 53 - Jawn (ft Ms Jade & Pharaoh DeNiro) • What is C-PTSD? • C-PTSD Symptoms • Treatment for C-PTSD • Thanks for listening! :D --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe...
Nov 28, 2017•16 min
