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SUMMARY:
In this episode of the Happy Millions Show, for the first time ever, we have a power couple as our amazing guests to share how they found remarkable success in both their personal and professional lives. Meet Mike Schmidt, a man who successfully launched his agency as a 22-year-old college graduate and built his business from a one-man business to a 20+ person agency. And her wife, Brenda Schmidt, the Kickass Modern Mom founder & movement leader in deeply enhancing the Modern Motherhood Experience.
 
In this candid conversation, we gleaned invaluable insights on achieving balance and fulfillment. Mike and Brenda shared their journey of building highly successful businesses while prioritizing their well-being, relationships, and achieving sobriety. They emphasized the importance of surrounding oneself with positive influences and seeking alignment in all aspects of life. Their story serves as a beacon of inspiration for entrepreneurs who aspire to not only thrive financially but also lead fulfilling lives and grow professionally.
 
Mike and Brenda highlighted the significance of continuous growth, self-improvement, and the power to take control of your life. Listen as we discuss how to prioritize your passion, invest in personal development, and seek out supportive communities. This episode resonates deeply with those who are striving for success beyond monetary gains, reminding us that true wealth lies in living a life of purpose, joy, and abundance. 
 
Tune in and discover the proof that happiness and success go hand in hand!

SHOW NOTES: 
 
00:00:00 Introducing Mike and Brenda Schmidt
 
00:01:36 The Non-Negotiables
 
00:05:14 Handling Relationships and Effective Communication
 
00:14:33 The Alcohol Story
 
00:23:27 Benefits of Sobriety
 
00:34:44 Finding Personal and Professional Balance
 
00:41:18 The Power of Connection and Nurturing Relationships
 
00:44:06 Continuous Growth and Self-improvement
 
01:00:24 Advice for Miserable Millionaires

QUOTES
 
"There's so much abundance around us and that there are people who have tapped into that. I would have to say, be around people that are like that, that have the millions or have the things and are like that, and ask them questions or ask them what books they're reading, or if they worked with a coach or a therapist or somebody, who are the people that are putting stuff into their brains, or who programmed their brains to think this way.”
 
"I think sometimes when people get stuck in the suck, it's because they get so focused on a certain goal and they kind of lose track of what the overall vision is.”
 
“They get so focused on success that they feel kind of like when they reach something is whenever they're going to go back and focus on those other aspects of their life. But it all needs the ‘focus.’ Like you got to work on little bits of all those pieces all the time."
 
“If you want a happy marriage, make sure you have friends who have happy marriages. Period. That's it. If you want a successful business where you love what you're doing, be around people who have successful businesses, who love what they're doing.”
 
“It's okay to hit the delete key on things that aren't working for you, whether that be alcohol, whether that be friends, or whether it be a book you got three quarters of the way through and you're like, this thing sucks. Delete, right? And editing as you go along 'cause like if you're gonna design the thing, you're not gonna get it right the first time. You gotta keep editing.”

SUMMARY:
Welcome to another episode of the Happy Millions Show with our amazing guest, none other than Mike Cooch! This episode is a rollercoaster of inspiration and raw honesty that you won't want to miss. 
 
As we delve into the heart of entrepreneurship, we cut through the noise and get straight to the core of what it means to build a business and life you love. With a refreshing focus on real experiences in life and business, we explore the misconceptions around financial success and the importance of finding joy in the journey. Mike's candid insights shed light on the highs and lows of the entrepreneurial roller coaster, offering invaluable wisdom for anyone navigating the path to success.
 
But this conversation goes beyond business—it delves into the essence of living a fulfilling and healthy life. From challenging societal norms to embracing the power of vulnerability, we tackle it all with authenticity and passion. Mike also shared his journey through divorce, revealing the profound impact entrepreneurship can have on every aspect of life. 
 
So whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or simply seeking inspiration to live life on your own terms, this episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to embrace their true potential and redefine success from the inside out.

SHOW NOTES: 
 
00:00:00 - Introducing Mike Cooch
00:09:11 - Most Destructive Beliefs of Entrepreneurs
00:12:34 - Impact of Entrepreneurship on Personal Relationships
00:18:48 - Importance of Health and Well-being
00:26:27 - Discussion on Values and Priorities
 
00:32:46 - The Power of Leverage in Entrepreneurship
00:37:58 - Encouragement for Those Feeling Lost
00:45:45 - Fun Q&A

QUOTES
 
“As an entrepreneur, schedule, time, how I'm spending that time, that has always just been a very, very important issue to me and just kind of front and center to me.”
 
“I just think that whatever you're doing, whatever you can do today to make every day something that you're happy with and that the process of what you're doing, what you're building, whatever it is you're pursuing makes you just as happy as whatever that end goal is, I think is incredibly important.”
 
“I just think comparison to somebody else's benchmarks that they've established, that they've defined success and you're comparing what you've done or what you're doing to their definition of success, whether that's a mother, father, significant other, a peer that you see in the industry that you think is doing better than you. I mean, any of those types of things. I think that that's a major, major killer.”
 
“You can't argue that money is an absolutely critical factor in being able to live how you want to live and being able to enjoy things and do things for nice people and take care of people that you love and all that good stuff. It just is. But if you are basing your happiness on how much of that you have, it's a disaster.”
 
“Have as effective communication as possible and openness and, honesty abou everything that kind of comes along with it, I just think is critical if that relationship is going to survive.”
 
“Health, spiritual health, relationship… Mental health is so important for us entrepreneurs because you can go down some gnarly, gnarly, gnarly, dark pathways. And if you're not careful and again, like, physical health is so, it's just so important. So, and then integrity and then freedom after that, because you can't have freedom, spiritual freedom, emotional freedom, relationship freedom, and true like financial freedom if you've sold yourself out on the pathway up there, which is why integrity for me is front and center is my second value.”
 
“Leverage. It's amazing what you can do when you think differently. And I think that this is what, for us to live the lives that we actually want. I think a lot of people don't realize the power that they have if they just teach themselves to think differently.”
 
“Just lift your head up, like you s

SUMMARY: 
 
Get ready to dive deep into the essence of alignment – the crucial element for both personal and business triumphs. Join this fun and candid conversation with George Bryant – New York Times best selling author, 7-figure entrepreneur, top ranking podcast host, highly sought after digital marketing consultant, and a family man – as we talk about his inspiring life lessons and entrepreneurial success.
 
This episode emphasizes the power of authenticity, consistency, and intentionality in every action. George's meticulous approach to his day, leaving no room for the unnecessary, sets the tone for this awesome conversation. He unveils the concept of radical surrender, urging us to embrace shifts in mindset for personal growth. 
 
Together, we unravel the importance of blending masculine structure with feminine flow, drawing parallels from both personal experiences and business strategies. So, if you're ready to align your life for success while enjoying a good laugh, tune in now!

SHOW NOTES: 
 
00:00:00 Introducing George Bryant
00:02:31 Celebrating connections and impact
00:06:30 Embracing ‘Pink’ 
00:14:18 Genuine alignment
00:19:18 Industry’s accountability
00:25:01 A man living by purpose
00:35:26 Breaking the fourth wall
00:44:57 Being authentically you
00:50:27 Embracing radical self-expression
01:08:49 Choose who you want to become
01:15:42 Divine moments of connection
01:23:53 The only way to win the game
01:30:46 Book recommendation
01:35:22 What you truly want

QUOTES
 
“Any time I thought that life mattered outside of any moments of these was fck*ng pointless."

"Perspective. It's the difference between your prison and your power."
 
"You go through emotions, you realize some things, ‘I got an idea.’ And you look back at it, the information hasn't changed. Just at what level you see it."
 
“Commitment means you can be crying on the inside and filling somebody's bucket and existing in both at the same time, and both can be true."
 
"Until you understand that the only alignment that matters is that the words that come out of your mouth match the behaviors you do when no one's looking. . . you lose."
 
"So in the lens of life, business, entrepreneurship perspective, we lose when we get triggered because we limit ourselves and we're like, only one thing is true. Except multiple things can be true at the same time, but you have to open the box to see."
 
"The only reason it feels like prison is because the key is in your hand and you keep waiting for somebody else to come unlock it."
 
"I will turn anything into fun if I can, as much as humanly possible."
 
“If you're out of alignment, what you don't realize is you're energetically repelling everyone who is waiting for you to authentically attract them."
 
“The world needs you regardless of how you feel."
 
“If you make the declaration, and you ask for it, it only shows up if it's really for you. You just have to be willing to walk in the dark."

SUMMARY:
Back with an absolutely incredible episode of the Happy Millions Show, featuring the one and only Adam Hudson! In this episode, Adam shares his inspiring journey and his incredible insights from three decades of entrepreneurship.
 
Adam dives deep into his mission to redefine success, focusing on achieving wealth and fulfillment with ease and peace. He shares invaluable lessons on decision-making, emphasizing the importance of solving real problems for your customers and being objective about your market.
 
If you've ever felt like success is just out of reach, Adam's wisdom will be a game-changer. From navigating business partnerships to finding the perfect product-market fit, his insights cut through the noise and offer a refreshing perspective on what it truly means to succeed as an entrepreneur.
 
So, get ready to dive into this mind-blowing conversation with Adam Hudson. Trust me, you don't want to miss this!

SHOW NOTES: 
 
00:00:00 - Introducing Adam Hudson
00:05:55 - Balancing Entrepreneurship and Peace
00:10:01 - The Concept of Ease in Life and Business
00:13:48 - Business Decision-Making Filter
00:19:19 - Overcomplicating Things
00:21:04 - Financial Literacy in Business
00:23:27 - Philosophy on Work and Worth
00:31:05 - Dealing with Public Criticism and Insults
00:36:02 - Advice for Entrepreneurs Seeking Fulfillment
00:46:54 - Something Amazing You Can Do

QUOTES
 
“Peace and being an entrepreneur can coexist.”
 
“There's a difference between forcing things that shouldn't be as opposed to learning things that you need to learn to become. You get, there's a key difference between those two and discerning the difference between those two, of course, is very important.”
 
“Where a lot of people go wrong is they solve problems that don't exist and get emotional about them. There's not like a big, painful problem there. And then they take it very personally and the market rejects them. And they basically just haven't refined that thing of being completely objective. And the other thing they did is they tried it on their own. And that's why we always say to our students, get in a mastermind of people that are not you, that are outside of your head, then can test your assumptions against a framework objectively. And because there are a lot of dumbasses out there that are selling the right thing at the right time and solving a real problem. And despite being stupid, making a fortune, right? You know, so that's what business is. It's not, it's not sitting around in a circle and being positive mindset or affirmations. It's product market fit. If you solve a real problem in a unique way that people really, really want, you're going to be successful.”
 
“There's a couple of things there that are very specific because I've been in this journey myself. The correlation between money and happiness runs out when your basic needs are taken care off, from there on the correlation between an increase in money and increasing happiness just sort of isn’t there.”
 
“Don't spend all your money on shit that ends up owning you. The more you own, the more it owns you. That's it. You know, and if you get those things together and then you do work that's meaningful and you start leading from your heart more, you stop wanting to control everything and start really living the way that you talked about. That's it. That's as good as life gets. And make it an inside job.”

In our latest podcast episode, we dive deep into the transformative journey of self-discovery and healing with the amazing Robb Bailey. Robb opens up about his own struggles with feeling disconnected and battling inner demons, leading him to seek healing methods, including an Ibogaine treatment in Mexico.
 
During this profound experience, Robb found his inner voice silenced, allowing him to reconnect with his true self and inner child. Through holistic practices, he emerged feeling like a different person, free from the weight of past traumas and negative patterns.
 
Robb's story highlights the incredible power of authenticity and vulnerability in personal growth. By shedding societal expectations and embracing his true self, he experienced a profound shift in mindset and well-being.
 
Tune in to discover how Robb's journey of self-discovery can inspire you to embrace your authenticity and unlock your true potential! Don’t miss these gems!
 
SHOW NOTES: 
 
00:00:00 Introducing Robb Bailey
00:02:21 The Importance of Balance
00:06:21 Trauma and Subconscious Programming
00:15:43 Robb’s Psychedelic Experience
00:21:37 Physical Manifestation of Trauma
00:28:17 A Profound Inner Journey
00:35:53 Being Authentically Me
00:45:47 Inner Child vs. Negative Self-thoughts
00:50:04 Reconnection and Self-discovery
00:54:14 Financial Benefits of Self-improvement
00:58:37 Redefining Work-Life Balance
01:11:32 Personal Life Perimeters
01:18:46 Speaking to Future Self

QUOTES
 
"Getting through trauma builds what I would consider resilience, and I think that you know, a lot like an athlete gets better, the more they're challenged or a warrior gets more resilient, the more times they've seen battle and survived it. That is a positive outcome from trauma."
 
"The more that you can figure out how to be yourself and make it equally as repellent as attractive."
 
"When you're having negative self thoughts, that's you talking to your inner child and your inner child is going like, f*ck this noise."
 
"The denial of self is one of, in my opinion, one of the biggest diseases."
 
“Jailing ourselves by saying no we need to work eight or ten hour days as entrepreneurs to get this shit done and you have to be miserable in order to be rich and being rich is worth it like who fucking wrote that rule that's so stupid."
 
"I just want to be fully present for the rest of this ride every day, fully present."
 
“I think that people don't really give themselves license to show up as, and I'm not going to say authentic selves, because that is like way cliche, but I mean, just show up as like them and their power aligned, like speaking their truth unapologetically.”
 
“Knowingly or not, we make tons of decisions every day based off of expectations. So I'm someone who likes to challenge that just naturally out of the box. So I am on this journey of trying to be myself while also being this good husband, this good father sort of thing. But even then, I find myself putting myself, putting expectations on myself that are created out of thin air, because I think that that's what people expect of me, which is ludicrous when you say it out loud.”

SUMMARY:
Step into the captivating journey of Ray Higdon, once a workaholic now a beacon of inspiration for those seeking true fulfillment. In this transformative episode, Ray shares his raw experiences, from battling social anxiety to confronting childhood traumas, leading to an emotional awakening that reshaped his life.
 
Discover the power of emotional mastery as Ray unveils his journey, shedding light on how addressing past traumas can unlock boundless potential in both personal and professional spheres. Through his profound insights, Ray illustrates the transformative impact of breaking destructive patterns and embracing authentic joy.
 
Join us as Ray shares his secrets to success, from visualization techniques to manifesting tangible achievements, inspiring listeners to rewrite their own stories of triumph and fulfillment. This episode is not just a podcast; it's a masterclass in emotional intelligence and personal transformation, reminding us all that it's never too late to find true joy and purpose. Tune in now and embark on a journey of empowerment with Ray Higdon as your guide!

SHOW NOTES: 
 
[00:00:00] Introducing Ray Higdon
 
[00:02:41] Fixing people’s “fulfillment problem”
 
[00:06:43] How being on auto-pilot affected him being a father
 
[00:14:24] Showing up as a leader
 
[00:19:41] Transformational stories in the community
 
[00:25:41] Subconscious mind programming
 
[00:31:57] Becoming better at something I thought I was terrible at
 
[00:36:43] The power of visualization
 
[00:43:03] Overcoming adversity and building momentum
 
[00:47:26] Fast Q&A
QUOTES
 
“Become aware of your patterns and become aware of how you feel about you."
 
“One of the fastest paths to building a business and a life that you absolutely love is to get rid of your past trauma."
 
"He helped me realize that I was going from goal to goal, to goal, to goal, to goal, to goal, to goal, and absolutely zero joy, zero fulfillment."
 
"They're trying to get the reflection to change. It's their thoughts and beliefs and emotions that have created the reflection."
 
"Your problem is you have a subconscious belief that if you reach a certain level and you start getting more recognition, that's going to bring out the local people and they're going to try to bring you down on social media, which will bring shame to your living mother."
 
“Perspective is the speed quotient. That's what moves you from mule to magician."
 
“No matter where you are, you can create a life that you love. You really can."
 
"My life is really ran now by two mantras... help the person you used to be and be as brave as the people who need us."
 
"You're not your emotions. You're the master of your emotions and you can become the master of your emotions. And when you do that, you can completely change your life."
 
"Emotions are so important for you to get off autopilot and become aware of, but it's also the key, the ingredient for manifestation as well."