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Parenting is not for the weak. Cooking, cleaning, bath time, work, driving the kids to practice, church, working out, all while keeping your sanity is no small feat. Because maybe it seems you’re caught in a juggling act, but you’re doing your best. This exists to help you thrive instead of just surviving.
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Nov 24, 2016

Want to change your habits?  I first heard about this on reddit (subreddit/thexeffect); and it has made my goal completions set to hyperdrive.  I am KILLING IT as far as new habits and the payoff has been huge!   I have lost 60 pounds already and turned my life around.

The basics are this:  we love to cross stuff off our lists and we hate to break streaks.  So, you map out 20 days (or longer) and set a new habit.  Each day you complete it, you cross off the day.  That simple, but you'll be amazed at what you will do in order to cross the day off.

Listen in for more!

Oct 10, 2016

I was playing CandyLand with my kids and I saw a lot of parallels with some of the clients I work with and my kids.  Mainly in how they complain when losing.

"I'm terrible at this" - was a common complaints.

Now mind you, Candyland is completely random change - merely a spin for how you move your piece across the board, but we choose to still be so hard on ourselves.

What's the lesson here?  Listen in to find out!

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Oct 7, 2016

As I mentioned in my last episode, we have recently moved.  Anyone who has ever moved has experienced the frustration of wondering where they have accumulated all of these surprise belongings.  As it goes in our home and personal belongings, it also goes for memories - our mistakes, bad blood between people, and past conversations.

I discuss cleaning both house and headspace.  Listen in to find out how.

Check us out at:  www.peptalksforparents.com

 

Oct 5, 2016

I've been on a break... of sorts.  In the past 10 weeks I have lost 48 pounds, moved my family to a new home, and remodeled my office - so I let this podcast coast.  For good reason.

The take-a-way from this statement is sometimes you need to step back a prioritize some "me" time.  I had to finally take a stand and defeat the number one thing holding me back... my incongruency with health!  Now, I can work even harder and faster.  

What's holding you back?  Are you burnt out?  What could you change or upgrade if you gave yourself some focused time and energy?

As always, check us out at www.peptalksforparents.com for show notes and links!

Aug 18, 2016

This is my real area of expertise and there is so much that you can do with this topic.  Pay attention closely, because a few simple changes can really change the way you communicate with others.

Communication is primarily unspoken and most of it is done via body language (posture, expressions, etc), but it also effects the way our brain intreprets the environment.

If you're sad, try smiling for five minutes.  It will "fool" the brain into thinking you're happy.

Think about posture then.  Slumped = sad,depressed and chest out and tall = happy and confident.

The cues give others the same impression.

Listen in for more and as always, please check out www.peptalksforparents.com for more!

Aug 15, 2016

Hot and cold tells us a lot about life.  In fact, "cold" doesn't exist.  Cold is merely the absence of heat.  Look it up if you don't believe me.

Light and dark is the same way.

And I feel like love/hate and success/failure is the same too.

When I say success I really mean focused hard work.  

Intrigued?  Listen in!

Aug 11, 2016

It's that time of year again!  It's time to get those kids back to school!  Ever wonder if you applied that type of thinking to you again?

What if you took this opportunity to go back to school.

Take an online course, read a series of books, new bible study, whatever your passion is, you can choose anything!

Take this chance to really get the skills and knowledge to change your life.

Some suggestions?  MIT has a whole host of classes online - FOR FREE!   Check out "teachify.com" for some online courses as well.

Aug 8, 2016

It does not matter if you're a salesperson or not, you're constantly selling.  As a parent, you're selling values, nutrition, habits, to all your kids.  Selling is much more obvious at work, but you are at a disadvantage if you don't truly understand what you're selling.

If you sell jewelry, you're not really selling jewelry.  You are selling a memory, or a keepsake.  You are selling a symbol of love or affection.  Jewelry is just the medium of what you are selling.

Insurance:  You are selling peace of mind and a freedom from worrying about what would happen in worst case scenarios.

Understand?  If you master what you're actually selling, you find new purpose in your daily life.

Make sure you check out www.peptalksforparents.com for more information and your easy-to-use newsletter where these episodes and their show notes are delivered right to your inbox.

Aug 4, 2016

We are so quick to beat ourselves up when things go wrong, but how about when things go well?  Often we mini-cheer internally and move on like nothing happened, but it's important that we re-learn to celebrate.  Relearn?  Yes, like our kids do when they discover, win, or succeed.  We cheer them on gladly and yet stay silent for ourselves. 

So, pick your goals and write action steps and set some rewards that are equal to the effort.

Finally conquering a goal or task, make the payoff big!  

As always, please check out www.peptalksforparents.com for show notes and insider information about what you can do to level up your life!

Aug 3, 2016

Hot mess moms and dad - you are not alone!  My beautiful was at the fair and overheard a group of women making fun of another mom with a load of kids in tow.  She posted a response on facebook and I am here to read that to you.  You'll see why the community rallied and pulled a bunch of women together under #hotmessmomclub

The real point of this: let's support each other instead of trying to tear them down.

As always, please check out www.peptalksforparents.com for show notes and insider info!

Jul 11, 2016

Brand new Health Tip Podcast

I am going to share with you a series of unbeatable health tips that I give my clients on a regular basis.

This week is about why you should double your water intake and it's not just for hydration.

It's to help your stress levels, to burn fat, to also improve your physical health.

Jul 7, 2016

Why do we no longer celebrate our little wins?  Especially when it brings us so much joy.  Think of your smaller children and how they are so proud of so little (well, in their minds it's massive).  We lost sight of that.  

As I dined in a dive bar, I noticed trophies and memorabilia on the walls and shelves and it reminded me to celebrate the little things.  It is proposed that the reason that time seems to quicken as we age; it's because we have less "firsts" and less things to celebrate.

With everyday being a gift, your challenge is to start celebrating at least one achievement a day.  Write it down.

Make sure you check out www.peptalksforparents.com for our free newsletter and show notes.

Jun 16, 2016

Not talking sexuality or physical attractiveness.  But are you being attractive?  We can isolate ourselves or even drive people away, but what does that serve?  How are you CHOOSING to present yourself to clients, spouses/SO, kids, etc?  Are you consciously choosing to be attractive to them.  Putting out great energy and sincerity?

Time to step it up my friends.  It will impact your life.

Love you all,

Dr. Nick

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Jun 6, 2016

At first.  If it's worth doing, don't wait til it's perfect, get it done.  The Army says that a good decision now, is WAY better than a great decision later.  

Right?  What I mean is that we get all stuck with details and trying to make things perfect when all we really need to do is jump in and correct as we go.

If it's worth doing, it's worth doing it poorly....at first.  Meaning, launch and then improve and be a fanatic about making it better.

This podcast is a perfect example.  But I have such a passion for spreading my message (because I once felt as if I was the only parent/entrepreneur struggling), that I had to just jump in.  I'm getting more confident.  Learning more about promoting it and getting more polished with the supporting materials, but it all took time and if I had tried to make it perfect right out of the gate, it never would have gotten off the ground.

Jump in and listen to find out more!  Please share!

Jun 2, 2016

The Notebook is one of THE top romance movies of all time.  Guaranteed to create tears and vanishing ice cream pints.  Now guys, if you love your lady you will watch this with her.  I'm not trying to guilt you but this is one of THOSE movies that has to be watched.

Ladies, don't abuse this.  In fact, enjoy some solo nights here as well.

But I digress.  The whole point of this post is that "Duke" did not read this journal where it entailed stories about their kids.  In fact, there were no stories about diapers, puke, and school projects/concerts.  That is the opposite of romantic.  And yet, it probably feels as if that is all that remains in your marriage sometimes.  What I am saying is watch this movie and focus on what made you both CRAZY in love kids.  Remember the little things you would do for each other that made each other laugh or even smile. 

Go big or go home.  Listen in for more details and please if you like this podcast leave a review or share with a friend.  Thanks!

Jun 1, 2016

Be careful who you delegate/outsource to; and if you do, then have a backup plan.  In fact, I should have known I was in trouble on day one, but not wanting confrontation, I let the ball drop and then two weeks went by.  I failed you dear listeners, and so here is my comeback podcast.  With warnings of creating backup plans for your own life as you masterfully delegate out time wasting tasks to others, you need to have those checks and balances and accountability.

Listen in for more and don't forget to check out our website www.peptalksforparents.com for show notes and our free newsletter.

May 16, 2016

Gary Chapman's book "The Five Love Languages" is a total game-changer when it comes to leveling up your relationships.  Whether you apply it to a spouse, child, co-worker, or client, you can really increase your impact when you show appreciation by taking a moment to figure out their love language.

I discuss each of the five love languages, ideas on how to implement this premise, and ultimately how you can test for your love language for free!

As always, please check out www.peptalksforparents.com for your free newsletter and show notes!

May 12, 2016

You've heard this phrase, but I expand on what it means to truly listen and to also drop the sarcasm with your loved ones, friends, and business life.  As Disney trains their employees on how to really answer questions like "What time is the three o'clock parade"?  

By dumping the sarcasm and really answering, you build a stronger bridge in your relationships.

I challenge you to really try and listen.  No more letting your mind wander, or worse, not listening because you are just waiting for them to pause to interject.  

As always, please sign up for show notes and a free newsletter at www.peptalksforparents.com

May 5, 2016

Kids are notorious for hiding "oops" and other mistakes.  I had one child that would hide their poop filled diaper if it happened at night.  Well, as adults sometimes we are guilty for hiding our poop too.  We try and hide our mistakes, when we are wrong and what we really need to do is to OWN UP TO IT!  Apologize to yourself or to someone that you've been avoiding.  Get it done and over with and stop hiding.

Make a list of your family, and think of anything you might have guilt with.  Own up to it and move on.

Now with smaller kids, you may have to say a silent apology to yourself because they may not have any idea what you're talking about.  But get it out and move on.

Good luck but I know you'll love the way you feel afterwards!

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May 2, 2016

Everyone tries this.  Perhaps its our kids with bedtime or a certain chore.  Maybe it's you and taking out the trash or calling to deal with bill collectors.  Either way, we have things we have to do.  Change your mindset to "must do" and get it done and out of the way first thing.  The rest of your day will thank you.  No more worry, no more angst.  Brian Tracy talks about it in his book, "Eat That Frog" and I strongly urge you to check it out.  

Imagine if you adopt this attitude what your kids will learn from you, or your team at work.  "Eat That Frog" is a sure fire way to change your day for the better.

As always, check out our free and "created for impact" newsletter on our website.  As always, thanks for listening and remember that you're not alone!

Apr 28, 2016

My wife, Alisha, joins us again - this time excitedly so.  We dive into the difference between setting intention and actually meditating.  We dive into the benefits, how she finds the time, and if having a space for it is actually needed.

My wife has battled stress and anxiety for years and this is her number one suggestion for young parents to deal with the stress and daily grind of parenting.

Suggested smart phone apps:

- Headspace - www.headspace.com

- Buddhify - www.buddhify.com

Podcasts

- 10% happier: Meditation for Skeptics

 

And as always, check out our free newsletter and show notes at www.peptalksforparents.com

Apr 25, 2016

You can only help others feel great if you feel great.  You can only help another to the level at which you are.  Meaning, if you're stressed and/or depressed, you can only help another up to your level.  Parents, this means your kids!  As a health professional, my shame has been that physically I haven't been as healthy I should be.  I need to role model.  That's my challenge, but what is yours?  So, commit to action of what will make you feel better.  Commit to health.  I'm not talking more medications or surgery, but true honest health.

As always, our newsletter is free and sure to fire up your week.  Check it out here at www.peptalksforparents.com

Apr 21, 2016

This is a super short episode about a simple concept that changed the way I view resolutions forever!  Instead of adding to my list of things to do.  I freed up time and focus by creating a stop doing list.  This list can be personal items, chores, and business chores that you can quit, delegate, hire out, or re-purpose.

If you have older kids, ask them what you should stop doing.  And see what they are willing to take on.  

In business, you should only be working on that which is the most productive or making you the most money for the business. Delegate everything else.

Apr 18, 2016

Explicit?  Well, probably because I say this topic really pisses me off and I think I say "damn" as well.  You be the judge.

But honestly, I am so mad when it comes to this big pissing contest that happens with parenting, business, and people in general.  Life is tough enough without someone trying to hate on you.  So, if you're having success in an area, share it, but don't tear someone else down if you don't like the way they are doing something.

Play dates, mom/dad groups should be uplifting and a source of stress relief, NOT something people dread because of cliques and judging.

Release the negativity.

Apr 14, 2016

Guest Kathy Bourque (www.kathybourque.com) joins us to discuss the Imposter Complex and how its lies are taking the wind out of our sails.  The Imposter Complex, those inner voices that lie to us and she says you can break free from your defeating self-talk.  Listen in to see how she incorporates daily routine and a strong self-reflection on her core values and intentions to make every interaction full of purpose.  Special gift for listeners, please go to www.kathybourque.com to download her 40 page workbook that is parent-tested, business friendly, and ready for you.  Want more?  Join Kathy in McCook, Nebraska in April at her Power and Peace seminar.

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