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Addiction tells you that you are alone. It tells you that you are broken beyond repair, and that tomorrow will just look like every other day. If you are listening today, maybe you are standing at a crossroads, or fighting a battle nobody else knows about, or maybe someone you love is. So let’s talk about the hardest part of the journey. It’s finding the spark of courage it takes to say, Enough is enough. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Elaine Mingus are going to discuss, “Finding the Courage to Overcome Addiction.” Elaine can be reached at: https://www.instagram.com/mrs.elaine.mingus/https://www.instagram.com/pageantpreneur/ https://www.instagram.com/pageantpreneur/ As always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage    BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler  And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/

You know the type - someone who seems to have it all together. They’re productive, reliable, always showing up and getting things done… but inside they’re running on empty, quietly struggling with stress, anxiety, or burnout. On the outside everything looks fine. On the inside, it’s a different story. So how does this trap work, why is it so easy to get stuck in, and what does it actually take to climb out? On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Sarah Carter are going to discuss, “The High Functioning Trap.” Sarah Can be reached by email at: [email protected] can also be found on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-carter-b65b6b24b/And check out her previous episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5b0bPJGaNdDxcyC6IPhwac As always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage    BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler  And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/

You know that stretch of time when you’re stuck between where you are and where you want to be? It’s when you’re just waiting for an answer, a breakthrough, or the next chapter to start. It can feel endless, frustrating, even a little maddening. So why is waiting so hard… and what can we actually do with it? On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Jennifer Singh are diving into something that hits all of us at some point. As in the words of Tom Petty, “The waiting is the hardest part.” Jen can be reached on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.marie.9400https://www.instagram.com/Jennyfromthechoppingblock As always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage    BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler  And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/

We all experience difficult emotions. The question isn't whether you'll face fear, anger, or disappointment, it's what you'll do with them. Emotional alchemy is learning how to process those emotions in a healthy way, so they become a source of wisdom, resilience, and personal growth rather than something that keeps you stuck. It's about using every experience to become stronger, wiser, and better equipped for what's next. Today on the podcast, I want to welcome back my dear friend Larissa and we’re going to discuss, “Emotional Alchemy and Relationships.” Larissa can be reached on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/the.art.of.manifesting.love https://www.facebook.com/larissa.swtAs always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage    BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler  And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/

Did you know that right now, you have a powerful internal guidance system. Your inner GPS is quietly ready to point you toward exactly what feels right. Today, we’re going to discover how to tune back into that clear signal, quiet the outside noise, and start trusting those subtle cues that lead you to making better decisions and feeling deeper connections. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Lily Kharazian are going to discuss “How to Activate Your Inner GPS.” Check out Lily's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0w5LntlOggmtfWV09diQOi Lily can be reached on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/Lili.M.kharazianhttps://www.instagram.com/_ultimateempowerment_/https://www.linkedin.com/in/leylamahmoudi/ You can check out her previous episode here too: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3lqzVnacJbjVo8E8WblFZg As always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage    BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler  And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/

Today we’re diving into something most of us feel but rarely talk about: the quiet, powerful ways we feel connected to the people we love—without saying a single word. How do these unspoken bonds form? Why do they matter so much? And how can we become more aware of them in our own relationships? On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Chris Krawchuk are going to discuss, “Beyond Words: The Unspoken Connection.”   Chris can be reached at his website: https://intimacyinternational.com/ And on social media at: https://www.facebook.com/chris.krawchuk.14 As always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage    BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler  And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/

It's hard to believe that a quarter of a century has passed since that morning that changed our country—and, in many ways, changed the world. Today, I don't want to talk about just news. I don't want to debate the events of that day. And I certainly don't want to sensationalize one of the darkest days in our nation's history. Instead, I want to remember. So let's remember, pay tribute to the heroes of that day, and most importantly, I also want to leave you with something positive. Because even in the middle of tragedy, there were incredible examples of courage, compassion, sacrifice, and humanity. Feel free to email me at [email protected] and send me your stories about that tragic day. As always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage    BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler  And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/

In a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, the question is not how we compete with these machines, but how we remain fully human alongside them. As humans, our capacity for presence, empathy, creativity, and meaning still defines us in ways no algorithm can duplicate.  So how do we compete and still honor that humanness in everyday life. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Andrea Fung are going to discuss, “Reclaiming the Human Spirit in an AI World.” Andrea can best be reached through her FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/Andi.FWL And be sure to check out her previous episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/77JyBVeWBv7q6QkMuyIjdn As always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage    BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler  And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/

Most of us don’t struggle with making decisions because we lack information. We struggle because we’re afraid of getting it wrong, or maybe we’re afraid of what other people will think. But how do we learn to quiet that fear, trust ourselves more, and start choosing with clarity instead of hesitation. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Rolanda Michele are going to discuss “The Art of Fearless Decision-Making.” Rolanda can be reached on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/rolandamichele1https://www.instagram.com/rolandamichelehttps://www.youtube.com/@RolandaMichele As always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage    BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler  And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/

What if the animals in our lives have been trying to talk to us all along, and we’ve only just begun to listen? Today I’m delighted to be joined by a gifted animal communicator whose work is dedicated to bridging that gap and helping people hear what their dogs, cats, and other animal companions truly want us to know. From everyday messages of love and guidance to profound insights that can change the way we care for them, this episode will open the door to a deeper relationship with the animals who share our world. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Ditte Young are going to discuss, “The Animal’s Voice.” Ditte can be reached at her website: https://ditteyoung.net/ Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/ditteyounghttps://www.instagram.com/ditteyoung And be sure to check out her program, "The Animal's Voice," on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditteyoung.internationalOr listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033Xvvq2X94GXRqhMXolei As always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage⁠    BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler  And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at ⁠https://tonywcoaching.com/⁠

Have you ever felt like you’re not enough? You enter a room full of people and immediately wonder if you belong. You celebrate a win but can’t shake the thought that it wasn’t good enough. Or you look in the mirror and struggle to truly like what you see. That deep ache of “I’m not enough” is something so many of us carry in silence. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Cortney Loui are going to discuss how “You Are Enough.” Cortney can be reached by email at [email protected] BTW: If you'd like some help identifying your God-given gifts (while not being glued to your phone/computer 24/7), I'd be honored to help you do just that. Hop on over to https://coffeechatsandyogamats.com/giftchat to get started. Only 5 spots are available each month.  As always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage    BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler  And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/

Picture this: You walk into a room and forget why. You read the same sentence three times. Your mind feels… fuzzy. That’s brain fog, and millions are experiencing it right now. Brain fog is like an invisible cloud that dims your mental clarity, steals your focus, and leaves you feeling mentally exhausted. On today’s episode, I want to welcome back my amazing friend Dr. Lexi Watson to discuss…. "How to Defog Your Brain." Lexi can be found on her website where you can find her free masterclass on beating brain fog, fatigue and mood swings naturally. https://oakleywellness.com/ You can also find her on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drlexiwatson As always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage    BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler  And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/

Settling is the passive acceptance of a suboptimal situation, such as an unfulfilling job, a stale relationship, or a mediocre routine, simply because it feels safer than change. It’s normally driven by a fear of the unknown or the false belief that you can’t do any better. Contrary to popular belief, a predictable, settled life is often more exhausting than one filled with growth. When you settle, you miss out on the natural energy boost that comes from pursuing passions and exploring what makes you truly happy. On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler and Lonnie Mitchell are going to discuss, "The Art of Not Settling." Lonnie can be reached on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/lonniemitchell_https://www.facebook.com/aine.mitchell2https://www.tiktok.com/@lonniemitchell_ As always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage    BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler  And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/

Holding on to resentment, pain, or the past can quietly keep us stuck and exhausted. But when we learn to truly let go, we create space for peace, clarity, and a lighter, freer life. It’s often the missing piece that allows real healing and forward movement to begin. On today’s episode, my amazing friend Sacha and I are going to discuss “The Power of letting Go.” Sacha can be reached at: https://sachalalla.com/ or feel free to email her at [email protected] As always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage    BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler  And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/

Ever since we were children, we’ve been conditioned to work on our weaknesses. If our math skills were bad, we were told to work on math instead of reading. While those who taught us were probably well meaning, working on our weaknesses is not  always the best way to truly succeed.  In business, if you’re not good at bookkeeping, you can hire a great bookkeeper. And we can always hire someone to design our website if we’re not tech savvy. What we need to be working on is our strengths. This is how you excel in life and in business. But before we work on them, we need to know what they are. In honor of my 300th episode, today we have two guests instead of one. On today’s podcast, Janel Otto, Erik Forrester and I are going to discuss how to Work on Your Strengths. Janel can be reached on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@janelotto or Skool at https://www.skool.com/@janel-otto-9155 You can also check out here book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5RWKVTX?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback Erik can be reached at [email protected] or find him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erik.forrester.27 Check out Clifton Strengths here: As always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage    BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler  And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/