LIFE Podcast with Dr. C

Dr. C

Is your personal infrastructure is broken? It may be time for an audit. Welcome to the official home of The LIFE Podcast. I am your host, Dr C™, an Organizational Change Doctor with over 25 years of experience diagnosing what makes complex systems fail—and how to make them thrive. I’ve learned that high-performing leaders often apply rigorous strategy to their businesses while letting their personal operating systems run on fumes. This podcast is where we stop the "grind" and start the strategy. Each week, we apply the principles of The LIFE Blueprint™ (Learn, Inspire, Flourish, Evolve) to all the dimensions of your well-being. From financial solvency and occupational boundaries to emotional intelligence and environmental design, we move beyond surface-level self-help to discuss systemic changes. Whether it’s a solo deep-dive or a candid interview with an expert guest, our goal is simple: to help you move from chaos to clarity and design a life you don’t need a vacation from. Listen. Subscribe. Let's get to work.

  1. The Secret to Youth Success: Financial Literacy, Mental Health & Finding Your "Why"

    3D AGO

    The Secret to Youth Success: Financial Literacy, Mental Health & Finding Your "Why"

    How do we help young people move from transactional living to transformational success? In this episode of the LIFE Podcast, Dr. C sits down with Shawn “GEE” Goburn, a strategist, educator, and the founder of the nonprofit Alive + Well. Shawn shares his powerful blueprint for youth development, explaining why you can't build a successful "house" (life and career) without a solid foundation of financial literacy and mental wellness. We discuss the importance of personal branding, the reality of entrepreneurship vs. the "get-rich-quick" mindset, and practical tips for parents on how to genuinely connect with the youth in their lives . Shawn also shares how Alive + Well is sitting at the "front door" of opportunity, helping students—especially those in underserved communities—prepare for life after school by discovering their true "why" . In this episode, we cover: Why financial literacy and mental health are the foundational pillars of youth success.The biggest misconceptions about entrepreneurship and how to build a business sustainably.Real-world success stories of youth turning a "hustle" into a legitimate business plan .How to talk to your kids: The daily question Shawn asks his daughter to foster real connection.How to find the right mentor to align with your child's goals .How Alive + Well is building a pipeline for healthy, engaged, and productive future workers.Aligning with Dr. C’s LIFE Blueprint: Mitigating Burnout Factor: Lack of Control and Purpose. By helping youth define their "why" and build a life plan, we mitigate the risk of future occupational burnout.Wellness Dimensions Addressed: Financial, Occupational, and Emotional Wellness.Connect with Shawn "GEE" Goburn & Alive + Well Website: www.aliveandwellny.orgProgram Enrollment: Visit the "Contact" page on the website to sign up for youth programs.Support the Cause: Purchase Alive + Well branded hoodies, quarter zips, hats, and gear. All proceeds directly fund youth programming.Consulting (SRGMF): Learn more about Shawn's strategic consulting firm for entrepreneurs and businesses.🎧 Listen & Subscribe: If today’s conversation inspired you to rethink your financial foundation or how you connect with youth, please share this episode! Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and leave a comment below about your biggest takeaway. #YouthDevelopment #FinancialLiteracy #MentalHealthAwareness #Entrepreneurship #DrCPodcast #LIFEBlueprint #ParentingTips #RochesterNY Have a question? Ask Dr. C. Thank you for listening! We'd love to hear from you!

    34 min
  2. Put Insomnia to Sleep

    JAN 29

    Put Insomnia to Sleep

    Struggling to switch off at night? Feeling stuck in a loop of anxiety? In this episode of the LIFE Podcast, Dr. C sits down with Helen Dugdale, known as "The Brain Coach," to reveal how we can train our brains just like we train our bodies. Helen specializes in helping clients break free from chronic insomnia and anxiety by utilizing methodologies like WingWave and EMDR to create lasting change. Join us as we explore the science of neuroplasticity, the power of positive mantras, and practical "brain workouts" to help you reclaim your rest and regulate your nervous system. In this episode, we cover: Brain Coaching vs. Therapy: Understanding how to resolve triggers and create new neural pathways.The Sleep-Stress Connection: Why "trying" to sleep keeps you awake and how to aim for "calm" instead.Neuroplasticity in Action: How to rewrite your internal script (even at 94 years old!).Practical Tools: Deep breathing techniques, visualization, and "tapping" to ground yourself.Overcoming Anxiety: Why chronic anxiety is easier to overcome than you think.📄 FREE RESOURCE: Download "From Insomnia to Sleep Top Tips" here: http://bit.ly/3ZjJlvD Connect with Helen Dugdale: Website: AustralianBraincoaching.com.auBook: Put Insomnia to Sleep (Available on Amazon at https://a.co/d/0NyrL9I) Instagram: @AustralianBrainCoachingFacebook & LinkedIn: Helen DugdaleAbout Dr. C & The LIFE Podcast: Dr. C is a seasoned consultant and former nonprofit executive with over 25 years of experience mastering organizational change. She developed The LIFE Blueprint™ as a signature method for sustainable high performance and well-being. Her work bridges the critical gaps for organizational alignment, helping leaders and teams mitigate burnout and achieve harmony across the 8 dimensions of wellness. Subscribe and follow the LIFE Podcast today to ensure you never miss an insight on your journey to wellness! #LIFEPodcast #DrC #HelenDugdale #InsomniaRelief #BrainCoaching #MentalWellness #Neuroplasticity #AnxietyRelief #SleepTips #WellnessJourney #OrganizationalWellness Have a question? Ask Dr. C. Thank you for listening! We'd love to hear from you!

    34 min
  3. Transition is a Skill, Not a Crisis

    JAN 17

    Transition is a Skill, Not a Crisis

    Stop viewing life transitions as a crisis and start seeing them as a skill. In this episode of the LIFE Podcast, Dr. C sits down with career and life transition expert María Tomás-Keegan to dismantle the myth that change is a sign of failure. Whether you are facing a career shift, a personal loss, or an inner restlessness, navigating the unknown can feel paralyzing. Together, they explore The Ripple Journey, a framework designed to help you reclaim your confidence and authority when the path forward isn't clear. María Tomás-Keegan is the co-founder of BoldTimers, a community for encore professionals, and the author of Upside Down to Right Side Up. With 30 years of corporate leadership experience, she helps professionals navigate life’s inevitable changes by honoring their wisdom rather than treating transition as a problem to solve. Connect with María Tomás-Keegan & BoldTimers: Website: boldtimers.comSubstack: boldtimers.substack.comIn this episode, you will learn: The Sacred Pause: Why rushing to action is the biggest mistake you can make during the first wave of change.The Ripple Journey Model: Understanding the four specific phases of transition: The Drop, The First Wave, The Middle Wave, and Still Water.Transition as a Skill: How to shift your mindset from crisis management to opportunity testing.Reclaiming Authority: How to stop outsourcing your power and rely on your own values for direction to prevent personal burnout.Wellness Dimensions: Exploring transition through the lens of emotional and social wellness.About Dr. C & The LIFE Podcast: Dr. C is a seasoned consultant and former nonprofit executive with over 25 years of experience mastering organizational change. She developed The LIFE Blueprint™ as a signature method for sustainable high performance and well-being. Her work bridges the critical gaps for organizational alignment, helping leaders and teams mitigate burnout and achieve harmony across the 8 dimensions of wellness. Subscribe and follow the LIFE Podcast today to ensure you never miss an insight on your journey to wellness! Have a question? Ask Dr. C. Thank you for listening! We'd love to hear from you!

    27 min
  4. 12/22/2025

    The Power of the Pause: Season Finale

    Today represents a major milestone for our community—this is our Season One Finale. Throughout this journey, we have explored everything from the biology of loneliness to the science of deep sleep, but today I want to address a feeling many of us know all too well: the "Whac-A-Mole" life. It is that exhausting cycle where fixing your sleep schedule means your social life falls apart, or gaining a promotion leads to your physical health taking a backseat. In this episode, we are shifting from a checklist of chores to a life of true harmony and resilience. The "Super Habit" that underpins every expert interview we’ve had this season—the Power of the Pause!  What you’ll learn in this episode: How to use the 90-second "Power of the Pause" to stop spreading chaos and start spreading clarity.The "Two-Directional Check-In" to manage reactions and deepen your authentic connections.The roadmap for The LIFE Blueprint™ and how we will tackle one dimension of wellness each month in 2026.Thank you for trusting me with your time this season. As we enter this holiday break, I am asking you to do one thing: Rest. You are worthy of care, and I cannot wait to continue this evolution with you in the new year. Get exclusive listener discounts at mydeals.page/jhrt. Click any deal, and the code LIFEPODCAST applies automatically at checkout to save you money and support the show. Have a question? Ask Dr. C. Support the show Thank you for listening! We'd love to hear from you!

    13 min

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Is your personal infrastructure is broken? It may be time for an audit. Welcome to the official home of The LIFE Podcast. I am your host, Dr C™, an Organizational Change Doctor with over 25 years of experience diagnosing what makes complex systems fail—and how to make them thrive. I’ve learned that high-performing leaders often apply rigorous strategy to their businesses while letting their personal operating systems run on fumes. This podcast is where we stop the "grind" and start the strategy. Each week, we apply the principles of The LIFE Blueprint™ (Learn, Inspire, Flourish, Evolve) to all the dimensions of your well-being. From financial solvency and occupational boundaries to emotional intelligence and environmental design, we move beyond surface-level self-help to discuss systemic changes. Whether it’s a solo deep-dive or a candid interview with an expert guest, our goal is simple: to help you move from chaos to clarity and design a life you don’t need a vacation from. Listen. Subscribe. Let's get to work.