Flow Over Fear Adam Hill

Ready to get unstuck in life? In this episode, Adam Hill sits down with life coach Jen Bee who shares how she overcame adversity through small, consistent actions. Learn how changing your identity with habits can lead to lasting success. 

Hear Jen's powerful story of taking the leap from corporate to coaching, and discover the Five Pillars of Growth framework for sustainable wellness in body, mind and spirit. Tune in now for practical tools to make positive changes in your life.

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:


Overcoming childhood struggles with identity and belonging 


It’s not about perfection, but about showing up


Changing your identity through habits 


Starting with 1%


Comparison is the thief of all joy


The athlete mentality


Jen’s five-pillar framework for sustainable progress



Episode Highlights:

[03:46] The impact of her father’s imprisonment on her life

Jen's journey began with her father incarcerated for 12 years in Cuba for opposing Fidel Castro, shaping her early life as the daughter of immigrants and a political prisoner with feelings of not fitting in.

[22:01] It’s not about perfection – but about showing up

Personal growth is not about perfection but rather about showing up through small, consistent actions over time.

[25:00] Start with 1%

Jen advocates starting with 1% to achieve growth, emphasizing small incremental steps can lead to big results over waiting for perfection.

[28:48] It starts with your why

Change starts internally with understanding your "why"and not by immediately taking external actions, as meaningful and sustainable change comes from within.

[33:58] Get unstuck from unsustainable cycles

People often get stuck in unsustainable cycles chasing after comparisons in areas like money, fame, social media likes or weight, rather than focusing on redefining success in a holistic, sustainable way.

[34:53] Adopt the athlete mentality

Taking on an "athlete mentality" can help you achieve wellness through habits matching who you want to be, focusing more on consistency than fleeting results.

[42:57] Jen’s five-pillar framework for sustainable progress


Mental wellness: Focuses on being your own best friend through positive self-talk.


Emotional wellness: Addressing baggage from past experiences through vulnerability and storytelling. 


Physical wellness: Prioritizing health and relationships over numbers, spending quality time with loved ones.


Spiritual wellness: Cultivating inner peace and making room for quiet reflection.


Financial wellness: Achieving financial health and stability as something everyone deserves.



Resources Mentioned:

www.growwithjenbee.com 

Atomic Habits by James Clear

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Have you ever felt like life was throwing obstacles in your path just as your dreams were taking off? Tune in to this week's episode of the Flow Over Fear podcast to hear Olivia Atkin's incredible story of resilience. 

Diagnosed with epilepsy at a young age, just as her swimming career was taking off, Olivia refused to let it define her. Through grit and determination, she pivoted to build a successful career in sports management and coaching while also achieving multiple degrees. 

Now she empowers others through her company Achieving Success LLC. Join us to learn how Olivia rose above the challenges life threw at her to achieve her definition of success.

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:


Relinquish control and see obstacles as opportunities


When epilepsy strikes without warning


How swimming reflex saved her during her first seizure


When resilience means doggy paddling through adversity


There’s beauty in facing challenges head-on


Empathy and accountability in sports management 


The line between empathy and accountability


Redfining success and pivoting plans as you grow



Episode Highlights:

[06:19] Relinquish control and see obstacles as opportunities

Olivia discusses relinquishing control when faced with obstacles. Instead, use those as an opportunity to experience something new despite the unknowns presented.

[09:28] When epilepsy strikes without warning

Olivia shares how her first seizure as a child was triggered by an allergic reaction to Parmesan cheese, highlighting how unexpected the onset of epilepsy can be.

[11:54] How swimming reflex saved her during her first seizure

Olivia demonstrated early resilience at age 9 when she instinctively began treading water during her first epileptic seizure while swimming, keeping herself safely afloat until the seizure ended despite losing consciousness underwater.

[17:49] When resilience means doggy paddling through adversity without others knowing your battle

There can be things that we're trying to doggy paddle our way through, even if it's not showing on the outside. 

[26:50] There’s beauty in facing challenges head-on

When facing challenges, take control of the narrative by making a decision rather than having one made for you – and who knows what unexpected beauty could come out of that.

[37:23] Recognize challenges others face without using them as a crutch to justify unacceptable actions

While empathy is important, making excuses allows bad behaviors to continue and does not hold people accountable. 

[52:52] It’s okay to redefine success and pivot plans as you grow

It’s okay if your definition of success changes along with your journey. It’s okay to pivot since growth means openness to new routes.

Resources Mentioned:

www.achieving-success.com 

Olivia Atkin’s Ted Talk: Defeating Your Biggest Enemy, You!

Book: Achieving Success and Career Development

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Iky Chan's story is one of triumph over immense challenges. In this episode, Adam Hill sits down with Iky who talks about her journey from facing high expectations as a child in Hong Kong to achieving success beyond what was imagined for her in America.  

Hear how Iky developed a solution-focused mindset that allowed her to empower her team and achieve her own goals. Discover her coaching techniques for getting unstuck and fulfilling your potential, even in the face of adversity. Listen and learn from Iky's experience turning challenges into opportunities for growth and finding your dreams!

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:


Developing a growth mindset through facing challenges


Overcoming obstacles with relentless goal pursuit and resilience


Achieving beyond expectations by empowering others


Fulfilling your potential through brain-based coaching techniques


Shifting your mindset from victim to solutions-focused



Episode Highlights:

[02:28] Iky's future goals were enforced by her parents early on

Iky's parents forced her future by telling the six-year-old Iky she would go to college in the US, become successful, get a good job, and support the family.

[08:15] Iky's upbringing shaped her relentless growth mindset

The immense pressure and expectations placed on Iky from a young age to succeed in the United States shaped her mindset to relentlessly pursue her goals through resilience and overcoming challenges.

[14:11] Being resourceful propelled Iky forward

Iky's resourcefulness shone through in her ability to creatively find solutions and opportunities despite facing obstacles like lack of money, language barriers, and health issues.

[25:25] It’s important not just to be heard, but to be understood

Iky emphasizes the important distinction between simply hearing words and truly taking the time to understand others.

[30:52] How Iky transformed the worst team into the best

Iky turned the worst performing team into the best by seeing potential in each individual, creating processes to highlight strengths, and reliably delivering high quality work.

[38:01] It’s important for both mind and body to align

Iky believes her health scare occurred because her head and heart didn’t align – and over time, it took a toll on her body.

[45:29] Iky's deliberate pathway to becoming an effective brain-based coach

After leaving her successful career, Iky deliberately built coaching skills so that upon exiting corporate, whatever she did would effectively help many people through brain-based coaching.

Resources Mentioned:

www.ikychan.com 

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Join host Adam Hill as he sits down with ultra-endurance cyclist and mindfulness expert Michael O'Brien. After surviving a horrific near-death accident, Michael battled back through grit and mindfulness practices to not only recover, but thrive - conquering multi-day bike races and rising to the C-suite of a major company. 

Tune in and be inspired by Michael's awe-inspiring journey of crushing challenges, achieving epic feats, and helping others discover their greatness. Learn how he overcame immense adversity and pain to transform struggle into strength and success. Michael also offers valuable lessons on incorporating mindfulness into daily life to rise above fear and accomplish hard things.

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:


Overcome any obstacle through perseverance and an unbreakable mindset


Transform struggle into strength by shifting your perspective


Use mindfulness practices like meditation to overcome fear and anxiety


Visualization is a key tool to help you achieve big goals and complete challenges


Leading with wisdom and compassion will help you guide others to greatness



Episode Highlights:

[08:38] Michael survived the impossible

Michael was hit head-on by a car going 40 mph while cycling in New Mexico, suffering horrific injuries including shattered legs and blood loss that nearly killed him.

[18:45] When you're in pain, sometimes you're just not ready to hear some things.

Everything that happens is neutral until we decide to label it. Don’t be too quick to label things as good or bad – try to have a change of perspective.

[20:58] Michael calls his accident day his "last bad day" 

He made a commitment to not label subsequent days as entirely bad, as long as he had loved ones in his life, since each day contained both good and bad. 

[21:15] You have the power to choose your response

While we will all experience difficulties represented by "first arrows" from external sources, we have the power to choose our internal response and whether we want to increase our suffering by firing "second arrows" of negative emotions at ourselves.

[24:48] Expand your awareness within

Mindfulness practice can expand one's emotional range and awareness, allowing one to truly be present with what the body and mind are experiencing rather than living unconsciously.

[34:01] Seek to understand others before judging them

Michael emphasizes slowing down to have conversations rather than immediately judging others based on outward appearances.

[43:12] Pause, Breathe, Reflect

Michael created the Pause, Breathe, Reflect meditation and gratitude app to help teach people how to adopt simple yet powerful mindfulness practices like pausing, connecting with one's breath, and taking time for reflection in order to weave these skills into daily life and create meaningful change.

[46:41] The power of visualization

Michael emphasizes the power of visualization for achieving goals like completing difficult endurance events, having used it himself when cycling across America.

Resources Mentioned:

Pause, Breathe, Reflect Meditation and Gratitude App

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Want to take your family business to the next level? 

In this episode, Adam Hill dives into the heart of what really drives long-term success – love, legacy and lifestyle. Beyond profits and numbers, he shares why making decisions from a place of care, creating a sustainable future for generations to come, and crafting the life you want are equally important.

Walk away with tangible tips like using a "love vs fear" framework, developing a statement to enrich relationships, and periodically checking on non-financial progress. Discover a fresh perspective that may unlock the next stage of growth for your business and family. Listen now to learn how focusing on these core human values can fuel your legacy for years to come.

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:


How family business can shift perspectives from passion to practicality


Making decisions from a place of love over fear


The business as a sum of daily decisions


How to make decisions out of love


A legacy is not self-serving, but selfless



Episode Highlights:

[04:09] Some family businesses shift from passion to practicality over the years

Later generations in a family business may lose sight of the founders' goals of building love, legacy and lifestyle. Instead, they only see the business as a means of security or wealth for themselves.

[05:13] Before you join the family business, examine your motives through the lens of love, legacy and lifestyle

Carefully evaluate your reasons through a framework of prioritizing love for others, building a sustainable legacy, and creating an enriching lifestyle rather than just personal gain or security.

[08:22] A business is the sum of its daily decisions

A business is fundamentally a series of daily decisions that collectively steer its overall direction over time.

[09:45] How to make decisions out of love

Look at the greater good. Remove negative emotions from the process. Act with care and compassion. Consider how the choice can connect with and spread love within the organization.

[12:16] A legacy is not self-serving, but selfless

A legacy should be focused not on yourself but on empowering future generations to survive and prosper over the long run.

[13:01] Let go and let your kids make it their own.

Loosen your grip on legacy ideas and realize that kids will make the family business their own as times change, not just copying what was done.

Resources Mentioned:

Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)

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It only takes one paw forward to pave the path to personal growth. 

In this episode, Adam Hill sits down with Jeff Goodrich who shares how a simple walk with his dog Duder was the first step in a journey of massive self-improvement. Through small consistent actions like daily walks, Jeff was able to lose 70 pounds, repair his marriage, complete several marathons, and find a renewed sense of purpose. 

Jeff discusses the transformative power of starting small instead of waiting until you feel ready to take huge leaps. He also offers valuable insights on using fear of regrets as motivation to keep progressing each day. Listen and be reminded of what's possible – through perseverance and creativity!

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:


Everything starts with the first step


How to find your “why” and the evolution of the “why” 


Small changes lead to big results


Find your anchor habit to achieve consistency


The role of service animals


Building a healthy relationship with nutrition



Episode Highlights:

[03:24] Everything starts with the first step

Jeff considered that first day he put a leash on Duder and took their first step outside together as truly the beginning of his journey toward transformation.

[10:13] How to find your why through awareness and environment

Start by exploring your environment and becoming aware of where your life is at to define what your why could be, what it should be, and what you really want it to be.

[13:22] The evolution of the “why”

Jeff believed one's why is constantly evolving over time and throughout life experiences.

[19:30] Small changes lead to big results

Weight loss occurred naturally as a result of Jeff’s new daily walk routine and mindset shifts. 

[21:57] Find your anchor habit to achieve consistency

Don't focus on the 100 things you’ve got to do. Find the one thing that will keep you going.

[24:15] Use fear as your fuel

The fear of regrets is actually a lot more powerful than the regrets themselves. That fear is what keeps Jeff continuously moving forward in his journey

[38:27] The role of service animals

Jeff believes service animals could greatly assist those dealing with medical or psychological issues through detection abilities, safety support, and the mental health benefits of unconditional canine companionship.

[42:09] Build a healthy relationship with nutrition

Clean up your diet but find out what works for you because there are so many options out there. The key is to make simple, healthier choices – what you need to eliminate and what you can add.

Resources Mentioned:

Dude and Duder: How My Dog Saved My Life

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