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  • Meet Yourself: The Science of Your Identity - Dr. Antoine Eid
    2025/04/21

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    In this inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude Podcast, Randy Sparks sits down with Dr. Antoine Eid to dive deep into discovering your true self. He is the Founder and CEO of Meet Yourself, a groundbreaking platform combining genetics, neuroscience, and personal discovery. He also serves as CEO of Leapership Consultants Group and leads the Brain-Based Leadership Program at Cambridge. They explore how genetics, intuition, life experiences, and thinking patterns shape who you are — and how embracing your natural talents leads to greater happiness and fulfillment. Get ready for an eye-opening conversation about purpose, self-acceptance, and unlocking the gifts already within you.

    🔥 You’ll learn:

    ✔️ Why intuition is a true strength, not a weakness
    ✔️ How genetics and environment influence your personality
    ✔️ The difference between motivators and competencies
    ✔️ Why aligning talents and learned skills leads to happiness
    ✔️ How to overcome fear, self-doubt, and old limiting beliefs
    ✔️ The real power of living authentically

    Whether you're a CEO, creator, student, or seeker, this episode will shift how you think about your path forward.

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    53 分
  • 4 Life-Changing Questions to Discover Your Purpose - Jim Huling
    2025/04/07

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    In this powerful episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, host Randy Sparks sits down with renowned leadership coach and bestselling author Jim Huling (The 4 Disciplines of Execution) to explore the 4 transformative questions that can reveal your life’s true purpose.

    From overcoming imposter syndrome to reconnecting with your inner calling, this heart-opening conversation will guide you to remember who you really are — and the value you already hold.

    🔥 You’ll learn:

    ✔️ The 4 questions to find your purpose
    ✔️ How to overcome fear and self-doubt
    ✔️ The power of gratitude and intentional living
    ✔️ How leaders can create meaning and connection
    ✔️ Why “you are becoming, not faking” is the key to confidence

    Chapter:
    00:00 - Introduction
    03:34 – Frequency of Emotions
    09:23 – The Real Meaning of 'Calling'
    20:53 – Four Questions That Changed Everything for Jim
    26:13 – Randy’s Reflection: Fear of Not Living Fully
    30:25 – Imposter Syndrome as a Signal, Not a Stop Sign
    32:24 – The Committee in Your Head
    35:44 – The Untethered Soul & The Roommate
    37:30 – Coaching as a Sacred Space
    40:26 – From CEO to Inner Child: Loneliness is Universal
    42:00 – Two Questions Every Employee Asks
    45:30 – Thank You vs. Real Appreciation
    51:11 – Nourishing People Through Leadership

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    56 分
  • 48. The Word Effect - Change your words, change your story - Becky Kemp
    2025/03/24

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    Becky Kemp is an intentional leadership speaker, mindset coach, and author of The Word Effect: 7 Simple Words to Create Your Most Beautiful Life. Through her empowering message, Becky helps individuals and teams unlock the power of words to reshape their stories and live with greater joy and purpose. As the founder of Becoming Threads and host of The Word Effect Podcast, Becky brings energy, encouragement, and practical wisdom to every stage and conversation. Her approachable style and inspiring message leave a lasting impact on all who hear her.

    In this inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude Podcast, host Randy Sparks sits down with speaker, coach, and author Becky Kemp to explore the life-changing power of words. Becky shares insights from her book The Word Effect: 7 Simple Words to Create Your Most Meaningful and Beautiful Life, revealing how intentional language can shape your thoughts, your reality, and your future.

    Discover how words like Acknowledge, Ask, Accept, Abundance, Action, Appreciate, and Aspire can help you overcome fear, self-doubt, and perfectionism—and guide you toward a more fulfilling, purpose-driven life. Becky also opens up about her personal journey, the importance of gratitude, and how shifting your self-talk can lead to lasting change.

    Change your words. Change your story. Start today.

    Chapter:
    00:00 - Introduction
    01:00 - Meet Becky Kemp: Speaker, Coach, and Author
    03:28 - Words Shape Reality: The Power of Language
    06:24 - How Becky’s Journey with Words Began
    09:46 - 12-step program: “Easy does it” and “Just for today”
    16:17 - Awareness: The First Step to Change
    20:05 - Acknowledge: The First Power Word
    22:40 - The Power of Writing Things Down
    25:09 - Courage is trying what you don’t know how to do
    26:49 - Power word #2: Ask – Inspires curiosity and change
    29:31 - The HOW Acronym: Honesty, Open-Mindedness, Willingness
    33:35 - Power word #3: Accept – Embrace where you are
    39:06 - Accept yourself unconditionally – affirmation practice
    41:14 - Power word #4: Abundance – Focus on progress
    43:13 - Practice abundance daily – see more good
    45:13 - Scarcity vs. abundance mindset
    47:07 - Power word #5: Action – Consistent progress
    50:00 - Power word #6: Appreciate – What you appreciate, appreciate
    54:08 - Power word #7: Aspire – Always Becoming
    57:02 - Get the book: The Word Effect by Becky Kemp

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    58 分
  • 47. ReFind Resilience: How women can find hope, courage, faith, and resilience - Carrie Hill
    2025/03/10

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    This inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast explores the power of resilience, faith, and gratitude in overcoming life’s toughest challenges. Hosted by Randy Sparks, the conversation features Carrie Hill, who shares her personal journey from financial hardship to empowerment, highlighting how resilience is an ongoing process rather than a final achievement. Carrie discusses the inspiration behind her Refined Resilience podcast and her new initiative, Empowered, aimed at supporting women facing financial struggles. The episode emphasizes hope as an adventure, the importance of community, and how embracing gratitude fuels personal growth and transformation.

    Carrie Hill is a PR expert with 18+ years of experience, specializing in brand strategy, media relations, and storytelling. She is the founder of CHill Consulting Agency and co-creator of InPowered, a program helping divorced women re-enter the workforce. Carrie also hosts the Clover Conversations Podcast, where she explores personal and professional growth.

    🎧 Listen now and start your journey to a more intentional and fulfilling life!

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    52 分
  • 46. How to Create the Life You Want: Manifestation and Gratitude - Natalie Ledwell
    2025/02/24

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    Natalie Ledwell is an internationally renowned motivational speaker, best-selling author, and Law of Attraction expert. As co-founder of Mind Movies, she has helped millions worldwide manifest their dreams through visualization and personal development. A risk-taker and non-conformist, Natalie has hosted The Inspiration Show and Wake Up TV! and is a founding member of multiple transformational leadership organizations. Passionate about empowering both adults and children, she is currently pioneering Personal Growth Studies, a life-changing curriculum for kids. Based in Southern California, she continues to inspire with her fearless approach to life and personal growth.

    In this inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, host Randy Sparks welcomes special guest Natalie Ledwell, a passionate advocate for gratitude and personal growth. They explore how our thoughts shape our reality, the power of visualization through Mind Movies, and the transformative impact of gratitude in daily life. Natalie also shares insights on emotional intelligence, her FeelWise app, and her personal journey of overcoming limiting beliefs. Tune in to discover how gratitude can be the gateway to manifesting your dreams and living a high-frequency life.

    Chapter:
    00:00 - Introduction
    02:45 - The FeelWise App: Emotional Intelligence & Awareness
    09:57 - How FeelWise Analyzes Emotional Energy
    16:34 - The Journey to Creating Mind Movies
    20:07 - Importance of Affirmations & Emotional Visualization
    22:58 - The Role of Music in Manifestation
    24:40 - Overcoming Limiting Beliefs to Dream Big
    29:20 - The Power of Gratitude in Manifestation
    32:44 - Natalie’s Personal Experience with Divine Gratitude
    38:08 - High-Frequency Living & Emotional Awareness
    44:01 - How to Reframe Past Challenges for Growth
    48:28 - Learning from Mentors: Joe Dispenza & Bob Proctor

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    55 分
  • 45. Changing the World One Small Act at a Time - Brad Aronson
    2025/02/10

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    Brad Aronson is a husband, father, and author who is passionate about kindness and entrepreneurship. His book, HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act at a Time, shares true stories of kindness and its ripple effects. All proceeds go to Big Brothers Big Sisters.

    When he’s not writing, Brad teaches entrepreneurship to youth, volunteers with nonprofits, and plays creative games with his family. He believes small acts can make a big difference and loves sharing that message with audiences everywhere.

    In this inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, host Randy Sparks welcomes bestselling author Brad Aronson, whose book Humankind explores the ripple effect of small acts of kindness. Through inspiring stories—such as a child turning a painful anniversary into a global kindness movement—this episode highlights how compassion can transform lives, offering hope and connection. With discussions on neuroscience, personal experiences, and practical ways to spread kindness, this podcast is a reminder that small gestures can make a big impact.

    Chapter:
    00:00 - Introduction
    02:52 - The Story of Gabriel’s Day of Kindness
    08:17 - The Science Behind Acts of Compassion
    10:41 - How Helping Others Can Heal Trauma
    12:42 - The Ripple Effect of Kindness on a Global Scale
    15:00 - Love Does by Bob Goff
    16:26 - A Personal Lesson on Seeing & Appreciating Everyone
    18:04 - One Kind Act a Day by Curtis Bennett
    19:18 - The Challenges of Accepting Help & How to Offer It Effectively
    22:26 - The Importance of Acknowledging Others (The Cleaning Staff Story)
    25:25 - The Connection Between Gratitude & Kindness
    27:58 - The Power of Changing Perspectives in Relationships
    33:14 - The Healing Power of Laughter
    38:30 - Finding Hope in Kindness: Transforming Lives
    40:37 - The Role of HopeWorks in Empowering Youth
    43:38 - Overcoming Self-Doubt & Imposter Syndrome
    44:57 - Encouraging Kindness & Service in Children

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    50 分
  • 44. Psychologist Teaches 7 Paths to Lasting Happiness - Dr. Elia Gourgouris
    2025/01/27

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    Dr. Elia Gourgouris is a psychologist, bestselling author, and president of The Happiness Center, which is dedicated to fostering personal success and happiness. He is the author of 7 Paths to Lasting Happiness and co-author of 7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis. Dr. Elia is a sought-after speaker on mental health, resilience, and positive leadership. Born in Athens, Greece, he now inspires global audiences with his expertise in Positive Psychology and his passion for building a better, kinder world.

    In this inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, host Randy Sparks sits down with Dr. Elia Gourgouris, psychologist, happiness expert, and author of 7 Paths to Lasting Happiness. Together, they explore profound topics like the power of gratitude, navigating life's challenges, and the transformative journey of forgiveness. Dr. Elia shares personal stories of resilience, his wisdom on cultivating lasting happiness, and practical steps for self-care. Tune in to discover how to thrive through adversity and live your best life with purpose and joy.

    Chapter:
    00:00 - Welcome & Introduction
    04:18 - Dr. Elia’s Mental Health TV Show Journey
    07:22 - Gratitude Amid Adversity
    10:07 - Life Lessons from Grandpa
    13:00 - Finding Purpose After Loss
    17:22 - Happiness as a Learnable Skill
    18:49 - Self-Care: A Non-Negotiable Practice
    26:33 - The 7 Paths to Happiness Overview
    28:17 - The Four Archetypes: Victim, Critic, Bystander, Navigator
    31:51 - The Power of Pivoting
    36:16 - Key Insights on Living Happily
    37:54 - Letting Go Through Forgiveness
    44:20 - Self-Forgiveness & Freedom
    49:50 - The Magic of Gratitude Walks

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    53 分
  • 43. 3 Keys to Raise and Inspire Confident Kids - Founder of Girls Lead - Julie Carrier
    2025/01/14

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    Julie Carrier has been recognized as the #1 Coach for Young Women in the World by Marshall Goldsmith and the Leading Global Coaches Awards. She is a global authority on authentic confidence and leadership development, specializing in empowering women, young women, and girls

    Join us as Julie Carrier, founder of Girls Lead and a leading expert in youth leadership, shares her inspiring journey from overcoming self-doubt to empowering young people worldwide. Discover how gratitude, character-based leadership, and resilience transform lives. This episode is packed with actionable advice for parents, teens, and educators to foster confidence and purpose in today’s challenging world.

    Julie Carrier websites:

    https://www.girlslead.us

    https://www.topspeakerforgirls.com

    Chapter:
    00:00 - Introduction
    01:50 - Julie's journey from anxiety to leadership
    04:32 - Julie's mindset shift and leadership realization
    06:00 - The life-changing moment with a speaker in a tuxedo
    07:58 - Inspiring youth through gratitude and leadership
    10:30 - Gratitude practices for teens
    11:54 - Finding your “why” in challenging tasks
    18:25 - Girls Lead: Empowering young women in leadership
    21:29 - Creating leadership programs for schools
    23:20 - The importance of strength-based recognition
    25:23 - The power of recognizing character over performance
    28:45 - Writing a gratitude letter
    33:43 - Tips for parents to support teens' growth
    39:58 - Teaching resilience and the role of failure
    41:31 - Daily rituals and energy management
    46:00 - Rediscovering your “why” in challenging tasks
    50:43 - Closing advice: Living a balanced and intentional life

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    47 分