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In the last 20 years, I have lived a life like many, by accident, going to work, go home get paid than the next day starting all over again, living on a proverbial hamster wheel. I can tell you though through coaching and mentorship, I learned that living a life on purpose is less stressful and ensures I am happy more days than not. My goal is to introduce you to guests, ideas, and thoughts that can help you learn that you to can “LIVE YOUR LIFE ON PURPOSE, NOT BY ACCIDENT”.

  1. Caught Between Adult Kids, Aging Parents, and Your Retirement | Dwight Heck

    2D AGO

    Caught Between Adult Kids, Aging Parents, and Your Retirement | Dwight Heck

    Are you caught between supporting your adult kids and your aging parents while trying to fund your own retirement? You are not alone, and the math is real. In this solo episode of the Give A Heck Podcast, Dwight Heck unpacks the Canadian sandwich generation, one of the most pressing financial and emotional pressures facing Canadians in 2026. Drawing on more than 24 years in financial services and his own lived experience as a single father of five, Dwight breaks down the real numbers behind the pressure and the practical steps to start carrying the weight on purpose instead of by accident. What you will learn in this episode: ✅ Why more than one in three Canadian young adults under 34 are living with at least one parent ✅ The three invisible withdrawals quietly draining the sandwich generation's retirement ✅ The 2026 cost of long-term care in Alberta and British Columbia ✅ Why the RRSP is not always the right tool, and when the TFSA should take the lead ✅ Three questions every Canadian needs to ask to start living on purpose ✅ The exact conversation to have this week with your adult kids and your ageing parents ⏱️ Chapters: 0:00 Welcome and Introduction 0:57 Why This Solo Episode Matters 4:30 The Pressure Is Real, 2025 RBC and iPaaS Data 7:00 A Global Pattern, A Canadian Reality 9:30 The Other Side of the Sandwich, Ageing Parents 11:30 The Three Invisible Withdrawals 16:00 Three Questions to Live on Purpose 18:30 The Canadian Financial Toolkit 24:30 Why Segregated Funds Earn Their Keep 27:00 The Conversation to Have This Week 30:00 How Dwight Can Help and Final Thoughts 🔗 Full show notes with links and resources: https://giveaheck.com/podcast-detail/caught-between-adult-kids-aging-parents-retirement/ 🤝 Connect with Dwight Heck: 🌐 Website: https://www.giveaheck.com 🎙️ Podcast: https://www.giveaheck.com/podcast 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dwight.heck 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/give.a.heck 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwight-heck-65a90150/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@giveaheck 🐦 Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/give_a_heck 🎤 Work With Me / Be a Guest: https://www.giveaheck.com/work-with-me ⭐ Leave a review: https://www.ratethispodcast.com/giveaheck 🎧 Listen on your favourite podcast platform: 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/give-a-heck/id1538446144 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3wc2pFuCWhtLzAGYLSknzG ❤️ iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-give-a-heck-90577620/ 🎵 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/d865a2cf-8368-482e-b1c1-187b4fdbe965/give-a-heck 🎙️ Audible: https://www.audible.ca/pd/GIVE-A-HECK-Podcast/B08K5X3D84 About Dwight Heck: Dwight Heck is the host of the Give A Heck Podcast, a best-selling author, speaker, and financial coach with more than 24 years in financial services. A single father of five who raised his children through some of the hardest financial years of his life, Dwight now helps Canadian families build coordinated financial strategies that protect their retirement, support the people they love, and create the freedom to live life on purpose, not by accident. #SandwichGeneration #CanadianFinance #RetirementPlanning #GiveAHeck #FinancialFreedom #LiveOnPurpose #AdultChildren #AgingParents

    28 min
  2. Why Leadership Burns Out High Performers – Sira Laurel

    MAY 5

    Why Leadership Burns Out High Performers – Sira Laurel

    Welcome to the Give A Heck Podcast with Dwight Heck—where real conversations challenge how you think, live, and lead. In this episode, Sira Laurel explains why leadership burnout is rising among high performers and highly sensitive professionals. Drawing from over 15 years in HR and organizational development, she breaks down how traditional leadership systems are misaligned with human biology—and why the people pushing the hardest are often the ones paying the highest cost. If you’ve ever felt exhausted trying to perform in systems that don’t fit how you think, process, or lead—this conversation will give you clarity and direction. Expect insight on:• Leadership burnout and system failure• Highly sensitive and high-performing individuals• Why “push harder” culture creates long-term damage• Nervous system awareness and sustainable performance• How leadership must evolve in a changing world This is not theory—this is real-world experience and practical perspective. 🎧 Listen now and rethink what leadership and performance should actually look like. 🤝 CONNECT WITH SIRA LAURELWebsite: https://www.leadnorthofnormal.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiraLaurel-NorthofNormalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehighlysensitiveleaderLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/siralaurelSubstack: https://substack.com/@thehighlysensitiveleader 🤝 CONNECT WITH DWIGHT HECKWebsite: https://giveaheck.comPodcast: https://giveaheck.com/podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GiveAHeckFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dwight.heck/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/give.a.heck/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwight-heck-65a90150/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@giveaheck 📣 If this episode resonates, share it with someone who needs to hear it.Subscribe, leave a review, and continue choosing to Give A Heck.

    58 min
  3. Depression at 13: Noah May Speaks Out

    APR 28

    Depression at 13: Noah May Speaks Out

    Welcome to the Give A Heck Podcast with Dwight Heck—where real conversations meet real life change. In Episode 291, Noah May shares his powerful journey through depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation starting at just 13 years old. What began as silent suffering turned into a defining moment when he chose to speak up. This episode dives into the realities of mental health, the impact of isolation, and how finding your voice can create purpose—not just for yourself, but for others who need to hear it. If you’ve ever struggled in silence, questioned your direction, or felt like no one understands what you’re going through—this conversation will resonate. Expect honest discussion around:• Depression and anxiety in youth• The physical toll of mental health struggles• Breaking the stigma—especially for men• Turning pain into purpose• Why speaking up is the first step toward healing This is not theory. This is lived experience. 🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward change. 🤝 CONNECT WITH NOAH MAYWebsite: https://noahspodcasts.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/713902225134300Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoahshowwwLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-c-mayTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoahshowwwX / Twitter: https://www.x.com/noahspodcastsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/noahspodcasts 🤝 CONNECT WITH DWIGHT HECKWebsite: https://giveaheck.comPodcast: https://giveaheck.com/podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GiveAHeckFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dwight.heck/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/give.a.heck/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwight-heck-65a90150/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@giveaheck 📣 If this episode resonates, share it with someone who needs it.Subscribe, leave a review, and continue choosing to Give A Heck.

    56 min
  4. Stanley Bronstein Lost 200 Pounds — The Truth About Permanent Weight Loss

    APR 21

    Stanley Bronstein Lost 200 Pounds — The Truth About Permanent Weight Loss

    What does it actually take to create permanent change in your life? In this powerful episode of the Give A Heck Podcast, Dwight Heck sits down with Stanley Bronstein, a man who transformed his life by losing over 200 pounds naturally without surgery or medication. But this conversation goes far beyond weight loss. Stanley shares the defining moment that forced him to face the truth about his future and ask a simple but life changing question — are you willing? Through decades of struggle, emotional eating, and temporary fixes, he discovered that real transformation does not come from motivation or quick solutions. It comes from discipline, consistent action, and a mindset rooted in long term thinking. You will hear how Stanley rebuilt his life through simple but powerful habits, why most people fail when trying to change, and how his system, The Way of Excellence, can help you simplify the process of creating a life of purpose and intention. This episode is not just about health. It is about ownership, responsibility, and becoming the person you are capable of becoming. If you are tired of starting over, this conversation will challenge how you think and how you act. • Why temporary changes always lead back to old results• The mindset shift required for lasting transformation• Why discipline is more important than motivation• How small daily habits create massive long term outcomes• The power of asking yourself — are you willing Explore more of Stanley’s work and teachings 🌐 https://thewayofexcellence.com/▶️ https://www.youtube.com/@thewayofexcellence💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanleybronstein/📝 https://healthymindbodyspirit.substack.com/ 🌐 https://www.giveaheck.com/🎙️ https://giveaheck.com/podcast/▶️ https://www.youtube.com/@giveaheck📘 https://www.facebook.com/dwight.heck/📸 https://www.instagram.com/give.a.heck/💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwight-raymond-heck-65a90150/🎵 https://www.tiktok.com/@giveaheck You do not need to hit rock bottom to change your life. You need to decide you are done tolerating what is no longer serving you. 🔥 What You Will Take Away🤝 Connect with Stanley Bronstein🤝 Connect with Dwight Heck📣 Final Thought

    1h 40m
  5. Chris Shurian on Resilience, Adversity, and Lessons from Bootstraps and Battle Scars

    APR 14

    Chris Shurian on Resilience, Adversity, and Lessons from Bootstraps and Battle Scars

    Chris Shurian shares powerful lessons on resilience, adversity, and personal growth shaped through real-life challenges and hard-earned experience. In this episode of the Give A Heck Podcast, Chris opens up about what it truly means to navigate difficult seasons, take personal responsibility, and continue moving forward when life does not go as planned. This is not theory. It is lived experience. Through what he calls “bootstraps and battle scars,” Chris shares insights into how adversity shapes character, builds resilience, and forces clarity in the decisions we make. The conversation explores the importance of mindset, leadership, and ownership in building a life that reflects your values and direction. You will hear how real growth often comes from the situations we would rather avoid, and why embracing those moments can be the difference between staying stuck and moving forward. This episode is for anyone who is navigating challenges, seeking clarity, or looking to build a stronger, more intentional path in life. Because growth is not always comfortable, but it is always necessary. 🎙️ Give A Heck PodcastReal conversations about purpose, personal growth, financial stewardship, mindset, faith, and intentional living. 🤝 Connect with Chris Shuria Bootstraps and Battle Scarshttps://bootstrapsandbattlescars.com Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/shurian.chris.rachel YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@chrisshurian2025 Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/shurianchrisandrachel/ LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisshurian/ 🤝 Connect with Dwight HeckGive A Heck Websitehttps://www.giveaheck.com/ Podcasthttps://www.giveaheck.com/podcast/ YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@giveaheck TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@giveaheck LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dwightheck Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/giveaheck Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/dwight.heck/

    1h 14m
  6. Aaron Ryan Built 40-Plus Books From One Childhood Moment

    APR 7

    Aaron Ryan Built 40-Plus Books From One Childhood Moment

    Most people have a moment that quietly shapes the direction of their life. For Aaron Ryan, that moment happened in second grade. A simple classroom assignment became the starting point for a lifelong journey that led to writing more than 40 books, building a creative career, and staying committed to a purpose-driven path. In this episode of the Give A Heck Podcast, Aaron shares what it really takes to turn an early spark into a sustained, meaningful legacy. This is not just about writing. It is about• discovering your calling and acting on it early• building discipline and consistency over time• creating something meaningful in a distracted world• staying aligned with your values and purpose Aaron also shares insights into storytelling, creativity, and how the landscape is changing with new technologies while still requiring authenticity and commitment. If you have ever felt called to create something more, to step into your purpose, or to build something that lasts, this episode will challenge and inspire you. Because the biggest regret is not failure. It is never starting. 🎙️ Give A Heck PodcastReal conversations about purpose, personal growth, financial stewardship, mindset, faith, and intentional living. Websitehttps://authoraaronryan.com/ Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/authoraaronryan Xhttps://x.com/authoraaronryan YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@authoraaronryan Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/authoraaronryan LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/authoraaronryan TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@authoraaronryan Give A Heck Websitehttps://www.giveaheck.com/ Podcasthttps://www.giveaheck.com/podcast/ YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@giveaheck TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@giveaheck LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dwightheck Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/giveaheck Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/dwight.heck/ 🤝 Connect with Aaron Ryan🤝 Connect with Dwight Heck

    1h 3m
  7. From New Age to Jesus: Dr. Laurette Willis on Addiction, Healing, and Truth

    MAR 31

    From New Age to Jesus: Dr. Laurette Willis on Addiction, Healing, and Truth

    What if the things you believed were helping you… were actually leading you away from truth? In this powerful episode of the Give A Heck Podcast, Dwight Heck sits down with Dr. Laurette Willis to explore a deeply personal journey from addiction, emotional struggle, and New Age practices… to faith in Jesus Christ, healing, and purpose-driven living. Dr. Laurette shares how early emotional pain led to unhealthy coping patterns, including emotional eating and addiction, and how her search for peace eventually led her into practices that appeared helpful on the surface… until they weren’t. This is not just a story about recovery. It’s about truth. It’s about surrender. It’s about transformation. If you’ve ever struggled with identity, searched for peace in the wrong places, or questioned whether what you’re doing is truly helping you move forward… this conversation will challenge your perspective. In this episode, you’ll discover: How emotional pain can lead to addiction and control patterns Why coping mechanisms can quietly become destructive habits The hidden risks behind certain New Age practices How faith became the foundation for real healing A Christian alternative to yoga and why it matters How to shift from searching externally to living with purpose internally This episode is a reminder that your past does not define your future… but your choices can redefine your path. 🎙️ Connect with Dr. Laurette Willis 🌐 Website 📘 Facebook 🐦 X ▶️ YouTube 📸 Instagram 💼 LinkedIn 🎵 TikTok 🎙️ Connect with Dwight Heck 🌐 Website 🎙️ Podcast ▶️ YouTube 🎵 TikTok 💼 LinkedIn 📸 Instagram 📘 Facebook 🙏 If this episode resonated with you: Share it with someone who needs to hear this message Follow the Give A Heck Podcast Leave a review to help others discover purpose-driven conversations And remember… it’s never too late to give a heck.

    1h 32m
  8. Ken Kunken: Paralyzed at 20, Built a 40-Year Legal Career Anyway

    MAR 24

    Ken Kunken: Paralyzed at 20, Built a 40-Year Legal Career Anyway

    What happens when life changes in a single moment, and everything you thought was possible disappears? In this powerful episode of the Give A Heck Podcast, Dwight Heck sits down with Ken Kunken, whose life changed forever during a football game at Cornell University when a devastating spinal cord injury left him paralyzed from the neck down as a quadriplegic. Doctors believed his future would likely involve life in a nursing home. Instead, Ken refused to accept that outcome. He returned to Cornell, became the first quadriplegic to graduate from the university, earned multiple advanced degrees, and built a remarkable 40-year career as an assistant district attorney in Nassau County, prosecuting more than 50 felony jury trials. Along the way, he became an advocate for disability rights, a husband, a father to triplet sons, a motivational speaker, and the author of I Dream of Things That Never Were: The Ken Kunken Story. This conversation is about far more than overcoming physical adversity. It is about mindset, purpose, resilience, family support, advocacy, and the ripple effect one determined person can have on the lives of others. In this episode, Ken shares:• How his family shaped his resilience and belief in what was possible• What it was like to navigate depression and uncertainty after his injury• Why refusing to accept the limitations others place on you matters• How he built a meaningful legal career despite major physical barriers• His advocacy work for accessibility before disability legislation changed the landscape• The joy of marriage, fatherhood, and creating a life beyond what others thought possible• What writing his memoir taught him about perseverance, gratitude, and impact Ken’s story is a reminder that while we cannot always control what happens to us, we can choose how we respond. If you are facing adversity, feeling stuck, or questioning what is still possible for your life, this episode will challenge and encourage you. Connect with Ken Kunken:Website: https://kenkunken.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566473121422YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdUUa2hyQF8ubUmEARY9WKAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ken.kunken/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenneth-j-kunken-b4b0a9a8/ Connect with Dwight Heck:Website: https://www.giveaheck.com/Podcast: https://www.giveaheck.com/podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GiveAHeckTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@giveaheckLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwightheck/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giveaheck/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dwight.heck/ If this episode resonates with you, please subscribe, share it, and leave a review. It helps more people discover the Give A Heck Podcast and live life on purpose, not by accident. And remember, it’s never too late to give a heck.

    1h 21m
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In the last 20 years, I have lived a life like many, by accident, going to work, go home get paid than the next day starting all over again, living on a proverbial hamster wheel. I can tell you though through coaching and mentorship, I learned that living a life on purpose is less stressful and ensures I am happy more days than not. My goal is to introduce you to guests, ideas, and thoughts that can help you learn that you to can “LIVE YOUR LIFE ON PURPOSE, NOT BY ACCIDENT”.

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  • Creator
    Dwight Heck
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    295
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Dwight Heck
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