Living by the Mantras
Dive into the transformative power of everyday mantras with "What's Your Mantra?", the podcast inspired by the bestselling book “Living by the Mantras: Common Sense Wisdom for an Extraordinary Life.” Each episode unlocks practical values-based wisdom that seamlessly blends leadership strategies with personal growth, delivered through heartfelt messages and deeply relatable stories that resonate with listeners from all walks of life. Explore how humor and laughter emerge as essential leadership skills, bringing peace to the midst of everyday chaos. We share chat about simple ways to champion progress over perfection, encouraging shifting mindsets and approaching challenges with curiosity rather than frustration. We share consistent ideas, quotes, and phrases—those timeless mantras that anchor common sense values in your daily life. Whether you're navigating career hurdles, seeking personal fulfillment, raising your children or simply trying to survive Monday, join us for inspiring conversations, guest insights, and actionable takeaways that empower you to live extraordinarily. What's your mantra? Listen in and discover it today.
Episodes
Discover the power of hard work. A strong work ethic pushes us forward and gives us purpose. Much of our life's conveniences have come to us through the hard work of others and we need to help ourselves and those around us step up and make things better through hard work.
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This week we conclude our series on Overcoming Obstacles. There is no escaping the inevitability of challenges occurring in life. When they come, we need to embrace them and see how they make us better, smarter, and stronger. Join us in a conversation about our mindsets with struggle.
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This week we dive deep into mantra number seven: “I can’t yet,” focusing on overcoming obstacles by understanding the intricate balance between risk and opportunity cost (reward).
Whether you’re pondering big life changes or daily choices, this episode will inspire you to look challenges in the eye and say, “I can’t yet” and then move forward anyway.
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Achieving our “yet” takes some seriously big thinking: big ideas, big dreaming, big belief. In this episode we discuss 5 easy to use ideas that push us from thinking we can’t to knowing we can. Join us for a quick jumpstart on what might be stopping you!
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Living in the “yet” is about believing in possibilities but it takes a level of persistence and effort to avoid throwing in the towel and giving up. In this episode we discuss how we can encourage effort in ourselves and others to push through obstacles with confidence and support. Listen in!
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We are jumping into a new series about the mantra: I Can’t YET - Overcoming Obstacles. Life is full of challenges. We cannot avoid them altogether. What we can do is create a growth mindset that helps us remember that we can learn, grow and become whatever we set our minds to! In this episode, we have a special guest, Carlotta Verdi, who shares her story of always growing so she can achieve...
Life can feel daunting if we try to take it alone. It’s a very big world out there! In this episode, we are going to have a discussion about having mentors that help us grow, a village that makes us stronger and a system to keep us moving forward with focus and strength.
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Time is an illusive element and we can’t afford to simply let it slip by. We will be looking at an approach to time management that breaks your day into manageable segments. Hang out with Colleen as she addresses the best way to schedule activities into those blocks of time so that you stay organized, productive and in charge of your amazing life!
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This week we expose multitasking as a silent menace that fragments your attention and steals your potential. Discover why trying to do too many things can quietly sabotage your focus, and learn practical ways to prioritize your time, clear mental clutter, and establish strong boundaries. Reclaim your attention and channel your energy into what truly matters for a more intentional, extraordinary life.
Time is our most valuable and elusive commodity. It slips through our fingers while we’re busy crafting safety nets, second options, and “just-in-case” plans that quietly pull us away from the one thing that actually matters: our original dream.
We confront the uncomfortable truth that Plan B isn’t protection, it’s procrastination in disguise. We have to learn to stay on target to move forward. N...
Sometimes the best way to overcome our fears is to take them head on and make the conscious decision to not let them control us. In this episode we are going to look at some straightforward ways to accept the fears and anxieties and ask them to sit in the back seat while we move ahead. Join us for some great discussions as we finish our series on fear.
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What are the core fears that prevent us from making change in our lives? Join us as we break down four major fears: fear of loss, resistance to change, dread of failure, and the surprising fear of success. Let’s discover how these fears quietly sabotage our progress and learn practical strategies to overcome them. If you’ve ever felt stuck because of fear, this episode might give you the clarity and courage to move forw...
Today we explore the courage required to make bold career moves before you feel fully ready. Learn practical risk management strategies that protect you while still letting you push boundaries, why following your heart often leads to the most fulfilling paths, and how stepping away from micromanagement unleashes real growth, innovation, and confidence for yourself, your family, and your team.
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Far too often we overthink our circumstances. We move forward in our lives based on checklists or faces that may or may not lead to our best opportunities in life. Today Kaden Conners, is with me to discuss the importance of intuition and our subconscious mind in overcoming fears and moving forward.
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Whether we make good choices or lousy ones, we have to be prepared for what happens because of our decisions. In this episode we chat about establishing boundaries and keeping them as well as taking and teaching personal responsibilities when it comes to the choices we make.
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So many times we make our choices based on emotions or knee-jerk reactions. In this episode we discuss the importance of using our personal values as a compass to keep our lives headed in the direction we want it to go and understanding how to keep our mindset focused and motivated.
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This week Colleen is joined by her son, Timothy, as they explore the mantra "Keep Your Pants on!"—a reminder of choices' profound power and ripple effects on life, relationships, and future outcomes. We dive into decision-making science, unpacking psychology and neuroscience on biases, emotions, and habits, with tips to overcome them.
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Parents modeling respect through daily actions is foundational. We’re discussing practical strategies to instill respect in kids amid social media's challenges, from navigating online conflicts to fostering empathy offline. With inspiring stories, values-based mantras, and tips for consistent teaching, this episode empowers you to raise a respectful, resilient generation. Join us as we wrap up our series on the mantra ...
Respect drives profound positive shifts. Explore how it cultivates peace and bridges conflicts, fostering understanding amid divisions. Respect has a role in forging strong friendships and boosting teamwork for collaborative success. It can inspire people to thrive. Join us in this episode to harness respect for a more harmonious, fulfilling life.
Let’s delve into the pivotal role of respect in effective leadership—whether as a parent guiding a family, a manager steering a team, a business owner shaping a company, or a coach inspiring athletes. Amid a world where respect often feels scarce, rediscover how respect commands admiration and mutual regard, turning everyday leaders into agents of positive change.
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