Flourish EPISODES

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Sept. 26, 2023

MM#271--Tiny or Atomic Habits = Still Flourishing

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Do you realize that habits govern more than half of your daily actions? It's time to harness that power and turn it to your advantage. This episode uncovers the science behind the formation of habits, both good and bad, and how repetition and automation play a crucial role. Drawing from potent insights by James Clear and BJ Fogg, authors of Atomic Habits and Tiny Habits respectively, we discuss strategies for habit transformati...
Aug. 17, 2023

MM#261--Prayer = Flourishing

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Ready to unlock the power of prayer and experience a flourishing life? Prominent author Matthew Leonard, known for his insightful book, Prayer Works: Getting a Grip on Catholic Spirituality helps us reveal the profound role of prayer in our lives. Together, in todays MOJO Minute, we will delve into the secrets of aligning our will with God’s, making informed decisions, and fostering a deep relationship with the Divine. ...
Aug. 15, 2023

MM#260--A Fundamental In Flourishing--A Rock (or a Rosary) in Your Pocket

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Have you ever considered how the simple act of gratitude could revolutionize your life? Today's episode of The Theory to Action podcast implores you to just that, as we explore the vital importance of gratitude in leading a flourishing life. Our guide and teacher will be MJ Ryan's book 'The Attitude of Gratitude: How to Give and Receive Joy Every Day of your Life'. Key Points from the Episode: A small rock or a rosary in you...
Aug. 10, 2023

MM#259--Foundations in Flourishing

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Feeling stuck? Can't seem to shake off old habits or find new paths forward? Join us today as we unravel a fascinating exploration of neuroscience, habits, and the transformative power of writing things down, inspired by key insights from three distinct books. We'll unpack the wisdom from Allison Fallon's "The Power of Writing It Down", Cal Newport's "Deep Work", and John Ratey's "Spark". It's not just about breaking free from ...
Aug. 1, 2023

MM#256--Are You Willing To Improve? To Flourish...Says Yes Every Time

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Are you ready to witness a revolutionary shift in the financial landscape? Brace yourself, as this episode unpacks the historic transition from financial capital being the scarce resource to human ability taking the lead. In a world where financial institutions used to brimming with cash, we explore how businesses navigate this abundance and the blowback from the 2007-2008 financial crisis to now seeking workers that want t...
July 9, 2023

MM#250--SPECIAL--Happy 2nd Anniversary & The Launch of the MOJO Academy 2.0

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Are you excited to level up your learning experience? Well, we're taking things a notch higher by unveiling the MOJO Academy 2.0! Celebrate with us as we mark two delightful years of the Theory to Action podcast, during which we've shared golden nuggets of wisdom from a panoramic range of over 150 unique books. So two years ago this past week, on July 4th, I told my family and friends that I launched a podcast and...
June 20, 2023

MM#244--In Failing, We Succeed

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Do you fear failure? Or do you appreciate it and learn from it? This week, we're taking a much-needed break from our heavy philosophical discussions and focusing on a more practical topic: fear of failure. Inspired by a quote from Dan Milman's book Body Mind Mastery: Training for Sport and Life, we'll explore the importance of making peace with failure, appreciating it, and learning from it. Key Points from the Episode: Join u...
May 30, 2023

MM#238--14 mins and 24 secs

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Today's MOJO Minute episode is super-quick but super-good! We feature Brian Cain's book, One Percent Better: A Story About How to Close the Gap from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be Key Points from the Episode: How to use your time wisely to get juicedDo you invest 1% of your time each day to getting intentionally better?14 mins and 24 seconds = 1% of your dayOther resources: More goodness Get our top book recommendati...
Oct. 22, 2022

LM#16--Paideia + The Virtuous Free Society = Human Flourishing

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Today's Liberty Minute πŸ—½ is a celebration πŸ₯³πŸ‘πŸŽŠ of sorts!! A celebration of Saint John Paul II and his life and extraordinary teachings, most especially because today is his feast day, October 22! Also, in this episode we will ponder his speech at the United Nations in 1995. Along with George Weigel for some commentary and context in his papal biography, Witness to Hope. Tomorrow, we will further reflect on a great gift Sain...
Oct. 6, 2022

MM#168--Getting Started Right On The Flourishing Life

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Everybody loves a simple list. In todays MOJO Minute, we believe we have found that list for starting you on the road to creating a Flourishing Life. our lightening bolt of inspiration came to us while reading, Robin Sharma's insightful book, The Everyday Hero Manifesto: Activate your Positivity, Maximize Your Productivity, Serve The World Key Points from the Episode: Keep the list simpleUse your inner system of navigatio...
Sept. 27, 2022

MM#165--A Queen's Flourishing Life

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message In this MM, we celebrate the life of Queen Elizabeth II, she certainly lived a flourishing life. Key Points from the Episode: Her life of devotion to her familyHer life of faith to her Godand her life of service to her country and its people.Other resources: More goodness Get our top book recommendations list Want to leave a review? Click here, and if we earned a five-star review from you **high five and knuckle bumps**, we appr...
July 7, 2022

MM#142--Deeper Flourishing

In this MOJO Minute, we revisit Martin Seligman and his book, Flourish: A Visionary New Understanding of Happiness and Well-being for some Deeper Flourishing!

Key Points from the Episode:
Check out MM#100 for our introduction to Seligman and his monumental work

And, Geoff Colvin in MM's 33 & 72

Also, Angela Duckworth's Grit in MM's 60 & 61

On behalf of Team MOJO, we offer you a *heartfelt thank you* for supporting the show and listening! β€οΈπŸ€—πŸ™πŸ™ŒπŸ€œ

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April 26, 2022

MM#116--A Hero's Story + Bust'em = Flourish, Flourish, Flourishing

In this episode, we share how small businesses can change and clarifying their marketing to help tell their story and in the process of doing so, we discover that each of us is on our own hero's journey.

A huge thank you to Donald Miller for writing this enthralling book, Building A Storybrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen
Key Points from the Episode:
Part of the inspiration for the MOJO Minutes came from this book

How to help small businesses clarify their marketing messages
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March 24, 2022

MM#104--Marketing Plans & the 64/4 Principle = Flourishing Bliss

In this MOJO Minute, we continue our study with small businesses and with our MOJO book the day, The 1-Page Marketing Plan: Get New Customers, Make More Money, and Stand Out From The Crowd by Allan Dib.

Key Points from the Episode:
Why are marketing plans important

What is the 64/4 leverage principle and how does it apply in our lives and businesses?

Are you a small business owner, do you have a marketing plan? if not, why not?

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March 22, 2022

MM#103--#1 Reason Why Small Businesses Don't Grow

In todays MOJO Minute, we study the #1 reason why small business don't grow! To help us, we dig in with our MOJO book of the day, The 1-Page Marketing Plan: Get New Customers, Make More Money, and Stand Out From The Crowd by Allan Dib.

Key Points from the Episode:
Why are business systems important

What is the poster child for good business systems

4 valuable benefits for implementing business systems

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March 15, 2022

MM#100--To Flourish...and Thank you!

Wow! It’s MOJO Minute # πŸ’―

Kinda special milestone! πŸŽŠπŸ‘

So with that special milestone lets discuss my favorite word: Flourish

And in doing so, we will enlist the help of a great author and expert in this area, Martin Seligman and his book, Flourish: A Visionary New Understanding of Happiness and Well-being.
Key Points from the Episode:
Quick background on the Positive Psychology Movement

Difference between Happiness and Well-being

And a special PS thank you for all the podcast listeners over...
Jan. 1, 2022

MM#78--Happy New Year

Happy New Year!

In this first MOJO Minute of 2022, we kick off the new year with a new theme!

Key Points from the Episode:
Consistency beats Intensity

Do the Work per Steven Pressfield

Make it stupid small per our friend Stephen Guise

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Nov. 11, 2021

MM#61--Lets Get Gritty

In MOJO Minute 61 , we continue to explore Angela Duckworth's book on Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance.
Key Points from the Episode:
MM#33--Talent vs Hard Work

What is Grittiness?

Why effort counts twice?

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Nov. 9, 2021

MM#60--The Roadmap to Success

In this quick MOJO Minute we build on our last episode and explore Angela Duckworth's book on Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance.
Key Points from the Episode:
Why are high achievers special and what traits do they have of which we need to cultivate?

What is the secret to success?

Whats your roadmap to success?

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May 4, 2021

MOJO Minute #1

we kick things off in this first inaugural episode with why we strive to be our best selves.

quotes from:

Jim Rohn

Steven Pressfield

Charles Scholtz

James Allen

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