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You can find more from Sam here: Website: https://soulpurposeleaders.com/Resonance OS: https://resonanceos.io/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samkukathas/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soulpurposeleaders/ What if the key to feeling confident, calm, and fully expressed isn’t more thinking, but learning to tune your nervous system through sound? In this fascinating episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Sam Kukathas, creator of Neuro-Resonance Optimisation, founder of Soul Purpose Leaders and Resonance OS, and a former academic philosopher, to explore how sound, frequency, and voice can help you release what’s been holding you back and show up as your whole self. Sam spent 20 years as an academic philosophy before moving into energy work, breathwork, and sound. Today he uses his own voice to produce specific tones and frequencies in live sessions, helping people shift out of stress and self-doubt and into clarity, presence, and purpose. He is also joining the cast of the documentary The New Woo alongside Sadhguru, Michael Beckwith, and Marisa Peer. This conversation bridges rigorous philosophical thinking with embodied, experiential practice, and asks what it really means to find your voice, literally and figuratively.

You can find Ethelene's book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G67CN3K7 What does it take to defy cultural expectations, redefine your identity, and find the confidence to choose your own path? In this inspiring episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Ethelene Bhagandai Moore, author of the autobiographical memoir “Becoming Ethelene,” to explore her journey from Trinidad to England and eventually America, and the courage it took to live life on her own terms. Ethelene shares her story of navigating identity, independence, and love while pushing against traditional norms, pursuing her education, and finding a transformative love with Leigh Moore. Through heart-wrenching loss and resilience, she emerged as a symbol of empowerment, embracing her multifaceted identity and proving that true freedom lies in the courage to choose your own path. This conversation is about finding your voice, owning your story, and refusing to shrink to fit someone else’s expectations.

You can preorder Shannon's book here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Nourish-Your-Inner-Light/Shannon-Kaiser/9798902680383 You can find Shannon's website here: https://www.playwiththeworld.com/ What if real confidence doesn’t come from fixing yourself, but from learning to love, nourish, and trust who you already are? In this uplifting episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Shannon Kaiser, world-renowned spiritual and self-love teacher, speaker, and empowerment coach, to explore how self-love, self-worth, and daily wellness rituals create the foundation for a confident, fulfilled life. Shannon is the bestselling author of seven books on the psychology of happiness and fulfillment, including “The Self-Love Experiment,” which was named number one of the “20 Self-Love Books That Will Lift You Up” by O, The Oprah Magazine. Her new book, “Nourish Your Inner Light: Adaptogenic Recipes and Wellness Rituals to Soothe Stress and Support Your Whole Self,” shows how caring for your body, mind, and spirit helps you stop hiding, soften self-criticism, and show up as your whole self.

You can find more from Mike here: A non-profit I am building to help Marines transition from the service to civilian life⁠https://www.marinesnextchapter.org/⁠ Today I play a confidence classic with Mike:What does it take to go from leading Marines in combat to building humanoid robots for the Department of Defense—and what does that journey teach about confidence, leadership, and unshakeable self-worth? In this powerful episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Mike LeBlanc, Marine Corps major, entrepreneur, Harvard Business School graduate, and founder of Foundation Future Industries, to explore his remarkable transition from 14 years in the Marines to creating robotics companies and pathways for veterans into startup and technology careers.Mike shares leadership lessons from the Marine Corps, how military discipline builds authentic confidence and self-esteem, the challenges of transitioning from service to entrepreneurship, and what it takes to build cutting-edge technology—including humanoid robots for the United States Department of War and industrial applications. His story reveals how purpose-driven leadership, resilience, and veteran mindset create unshakeable confidence in business and life.

You can find more from Master Mingtong Gu here:⁠https://mingtonggu.com/⁠ Today I play a confidence classic: What if the energy you're looking for isn't something you need to create—but something you need to reconnect with?In this episode, I sit down with Master Mingtong Gu, founder of The Chi Center, Wisdom Healing Qigong teacher, and recipient of the Qigong Master of the Year award, to explore how leaders, entrepreneurs, and high-achieving professionals can access greater energy, clarity, resilience, and aliveness.Master Gu trained at China's renowned "medicine-less hospital" under Grandmaster Dr. Pang Ming, where thousands of people experienced profound healing through energy-based practices. Since then, he has helped more than 100,000 people across 47 countries transform their health, wellbeing, and quality of life through Wisdom Healing Qigong.In this conversation, we explore:• Why so many successful people feel exhausted despite their achievements• The hidden connection between energy, confidence, and performance• How stress and mental noise disconnect us from our natural vitality• The role of Qigong in restoring clarity and resilience• Why empathy and presence are leadership skills in today's world• Practical ways to reconnect with your energy and sense of aliveness• Ancient wisdom and modern neuroscience on healing and wellbeingIf you're a leader, entrepreneur, or ambitious professional feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or disconnected from yourself, this conversation offers a powerful perspective on what it means to thrive—not just perform.

You can find more from Cindy here:⁠https://www.instagram.com/iamcindygould⁠Today I play a confidence classic with my friend Cindy. What if true confidence and self-esteem come not from perfection—but from the courage to reinvent yourself and choose joy? In this uplifting and transformative episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Cindy Gould, Joy Catalyst, Reinvention Strategist, Life Mastery Coach, and International Speaker, to explore how reinvention, joy, and life mastery unlock authentic confidence and unshakeable self-worth at any stage of life.Cindy shares her expertise in helping people break free from who they think they "should" be and step into who they're truly meant to become—building genuine confidence and self-esteem through intentional transformation, joyful living, and life mastery. If you're feeling stuck, lost, or struggling with self-worth, or if you're ready to reinvent yourself and rediscover joy and confidence, this conversation will inspire you to take the leap.

You can find more from Ryan here: www.quitthegame.com  www.alignedmanmethod.com What if the confidence you’ve been chasing through achievement, status, and approval was never going to be enough? In this honest and powerful episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Ryan Vertucci, entrepreneur, author of “Quit the Game: The Aligned Man Method,” and founder of the Aligned Man Method, to explore what happens when you stop measuring yourself through other people’s eyes and start living as who you actually are. After realising that achievement, status, and external validation could never create lasting confidence, Ryan rebuilt his life around self-respect, integrity, and genuine self-worth. He now helps men stop performing for approval, drop the game of proving themselves, and develop the quiet, grounded confidence to show up fully, speak honestly, and be seen for who they really are.

You can find more from Judi here:⁠https://judiholler.com/⁠Today I share a confidence classic from the past.Are you waiting to feel confident before you take action?In this episode, I sit down with keynote speaker, USA TODAY bestselling author, and creator of The HOLLER (Me)THOD™, Judi Holler, to explore why confidence isn't something you wait for—it's something you build through courageous action.Drawing on her background in corporate leadership and professional improvisation with The Second City, Judi shares practical strategies to help you overcome fear, perfectionism, overthinking, and self-doubt so you can step into the opportunities you've been avoiding.In this conversation, we discuss:• Why confidence is built through action—not before it• How to overcome fear of failure and self-doubt• The surprising lessons improv can teach us about leadership• Why perfectionism keeps high achievers stuck• How to stop overthinking and trust yourself more• Practical ways to develop courage in everyday life• The mindset shift that helps you become more visible and impactfulIf you're a high-achieving professional, entrepreneur, or leader who knows you're capable of more but keeps waiting until you feel "ready," this episode will challenge you to think differently about confidence.Because confidence doesn't come before action.It comes because of it.

Grab Dr Conti's book right here:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/paul-conti/whats-going-right/9781538776049/ Today I replay a confidence classic from the past. Why do so many successful, driven professionals still carry the quiet belief that they’re not enough?In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Dr. Paul Conti, MD — renowned psychiatrist, bestselling author, and President of Pacific Premier Group — to explore the hidden wounds that high performers carry beneath the surface.From self-doubt and imposter syndrome to emotional suppression and overachievement, we unpack why external success doesn’t automatically heal internal insecurity — and what it actually takes to build a healthy relationship with yourself.If you’ve ever achieved more… but still felt behind… this episode is for you.In this episode, we discuss:Why success doesn’t fix self-worthThe “hidden wounds” many high achievers carryHow childhood patterns shape adult performanceThe difference between achievement and emotional healthHow to build a stronger, healthier relationship with yourselfPractical steps toward healing and mental resilienceDr. Conti shares insights from decades of psychiatric experience working with individuals, families, and high-performing professionals — along with practical frameworks you can apply immediately.This conversation is for the driven professional who:Feels capable but hesitant to fully use their voiceStruggles with “I’m not enough” despite external successWants to lead, grow, and perform — without burning outIs ready to do deeper inner work.

You can find James's special offer 75% off his flagship program and information for his new book here: https://www.jamesdakin.co.uk/jonny For more from James: Substack: jamesdakin.substack.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesdakin What if what looks like a lack of confidence is actually years of adapting yourself around other people? In this eye-opening episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with James Dakin, British transformational coach and author with more than thirty years of experience working with people and organisations around the world, to explore why so many women feel they've lost their confidence, their voice, and their sense of self. James is a world authority on how women adapt around insecure men, partly because he spent the first part of his own life becoming exactly the kind of man he now helps women navigate. He shares what he's learned from both sides of the pattern, and why the problem often isn't a lack of self-esteem at all. It's the slow, often unnoticed habit of shrinking, softening, and editing yourself to keep the peace.

You can find Louise's book and more from Louise here: ⁠https://www.louisebarnett.com⁠ Today we replay a confidence classic with my friend Louise whose book has just launched 6th October. What does it take to find stability, sobriety, and self-acceptance after years of misdiagnosis, addiction, and self-destruction? In this raw and unflinchingly honest episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Louise Barnett, author of "Tainted Love: A Bipolar Memoir," Jay Shetty-certified life coach, and host of the Unmasking Sobriety & Mental Health podcast, to explore the complex realities of living with Bipolar I disorder and the courageous journey back to yourself. Diagnosed with Bipolar I after years of misdiagnosis, Louise found sobriety in 2021—a turning point that reshaped her life and creative purpose. Her memoir spans fifteen years and four defining relationships, examining mental illness, addiction, love, and identity with a depth of honesty that refuses to hide the messy, gray areas most people are too afraid to talk about. This conversation is about owning your full story—not the polished version, but the real one. In this episode, you'll discover: Louise Barnett's journey through years of misdiagnosis before her Bipolar I diagnosis The unflinching honesty behind her memoir "Tainted Love" and why she chose to share it How addiction and bipolar disorder intersected in her fifteen-year journey What sobriety in 2021 taught her about stability, identity, and self-worth The complexity of navigating love and relationships while managing mental illness Why healing doesn't require perfection—just honesty and self-compassion How misdiagnosis affects identity, self-trust, and mental health treatment The courage it took to stop hiding her story and speak her truth publiclyInsights from her podcast, Unmasking Sobriety & Mental Health Finding your voice and reclaiming your identity after years of self-destruction Whether you're living with bipolar disorder, navigating addiction and recovery, questioning a mental health diagnosis, healing from destructive relationship patterns, or searching for the courage to tell your own unfiltered story, Louise's honesty will remind you that stability and self-acceptance are possible—without needing to be perfect.

You can find Rick's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Hoosier-Caddie-II-Rick-King-ebook/dp/B0H9BR4P5X?ref_=ast_author_dp&th=1&psc=1 What if some of life’s greatest victories have nothing to do with winning? In this episode, I’m joined by author Rick King for a conversation inspired by his book Hoosier Caddie II: The Legacy and the deeper lessons the game of golf can teach us about life. We explore family, mentorship, perseverance, identity and legacy, and why the moments that shape who we become are often the ones that never appear on a scoreboard. Rick shares the ideas behind Hoosier Caddie II, a heartfelt story rooted in timeless values, human connection and the wisdom that can be passed from one generation to the next. But this conversation goes far beyond golf.

You can find more fro Brent here: www.brentfreeman.com https://brentfreeman.com/book What good is building a multimillion-dollar empire if you still feel empty inside? In this honest and transformative episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Brent Freeman, entrepreneur, speaker, author, and coach, to explore the hard lesson he learned after two decades of building successful companies: that success means little without inner peace. Brent shares the journey behind The Alchemy of Joy, his modern, science-backed approach to wellbeing, featured in GQ, Life & Style, Men's Health, and USA Today. Having rebuilt his own life from the inside out, he now helps others find greater peace, presence, and lasting joy—revealing that true confidence isn't found in achievement, but in reconnecting with who you are beneath it.

You can find Julie's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Maxs-Last-Journey-Inspirational-Becoming-ebook/dp/B0G8RPB6SX What can an aging dog's final chapter teach us about self-worth, resilience, and choosing life over simply accepting the inevitable? In this heartwarming and moving episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Dr. Julie Powell Hall to explore her debut book—a true story following Max, an aging dog whose declining health threatened to dim his once-bright spirit, and the family who chose love, adventure, and a cross-country journey instead of simply waiting for the end. Dr. Hall shares how Max's story became more than a tribute to a beloved dog—it became a profound lesson in resilience, compassion, and self-esteem, showing how movement, change, and companionship have the power to transform not just a final chapter, but an entire outlook on life. This conversation explores what we can learn about our own worth and spirit from the way animals teach us to live fully, right up until the end.

You can find Daygun's book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3ADaygun%2BSchafer&s=relevancerank&text=Daygun+Schafer&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1 What truths emerge when every reflection hides a secret—and one choice fractures everything you thought you knew? In this captivating episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with author Daygun Schafer to explore the story behind her novel, a tale of resilience, redemption, and the fragile beauty found in shattered pieces. Daygun shares the inspiration behind a story where shadows stretch long across broken glass, revealing truths too sharp to ignore—and the deeper human experience of fracturing, facing hard truths, and finding beauty in what's broken. This conversation goes beyond the book to explore how resilience and redemption show up in real life, and why the broken pieces of our own stories often hold the most honest version of who we are.