Embrace Your Awesome

John Geyston
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Welcome to The Embrace Your Awesome Podcast—a transformational space where motivation, mindset, and personal growth come together. Hosted by top selling author and renowned leadership coach John Geyston, this show helps you break through fear, build confidence from the inside out, and discover your God-given purpose. Through inspiring stories, practical coaching, and empowering insights, John guides you to develop the habits, discipline, and belief you need to live your best life. If you’re ready to grow, rise, and embrace who you were created to be… this podcast is your new home.

  1. 16h ago

    The Power of Gratitude: Don't Miss the Blessings While Chasing More

    Are you so busy chasing what you want that you're overlooking the blessings you already have? We live in a world that constantly encourages us to want more, achieve more, and become more. But what if the secret to greater happiness, peace, and fulfillment isn't found in getting more—but in appreciating what we already have? In this powerful Real Talk Thursday episode of Embrace Your Awesome, host John Geyston shares lessons from more than four decades of coaching about the life-changing power of gratitude. Discover how complaining can quietly steal your joy, why your perspective matters more than your circumstances, and how practicing gratitude can transform your relationships, mindset, and everyday life. Gratitude doesn't mean giving up on your dreams. It means learning to appreciate today's blessings while pursuing tomorrow's possibilities. 🙏 Don't become so focused on what you're praying for that you forget to appreciate what you've already been blessed with. 🎧 Tune in, reflect, and discover how a grateful heart can help you live a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Progress, not perfection. Embrace Your Awesome!

  2. 2d ago

    Stop Being the Best-Kept Secret Finding Your Authority X-Factor

    Welcome back to Embrace Your Awesome, where leadership, mindset, confidence, and purpose come together to help you become the very best version of yourself. I'm your host, John Geyston. Today's guest is Kelly Schuknecht, marketing strategist, thought leadership expert, author, podcast host, and founder of Two Mile High Marketing. For nearly two decades, she's helped entrepreneurs and professionals clarify their message, build their authority, and turn their experience into meaningful growth. She's also the author of Unlocking Your Authority X-Factor and host of the Beyond the Bestseller podcast. Kelly, welcome to Embrace Your Awesome.

    Stop Being the Best-Kept Secret Finding Your Authority X-Factor

  3. 5d ago

    Are We Raising Kids Who Can't Handle Life? The Parenting Mistakes We Don't See

    Are We Raising Confident Kids—or Kids Who Can't Handle Real Life? Are we protecting our children so much that we're actually holding them back? Parenting has changed dramatically across generations. But are today's approaches building stronger, more confident kids—or unintentionally creating fear of failure, dependence, and a lack of resilience? After more than 40 years of coaching and mentoring, John Geyston explores what parents are getting right, where we may be going wrong, and 5 powerful ways to raise confident, independent, and resilient children. Because loving our kids isn't just about protecting them—it's about preparing them for life. 🎙️ Embrace Your Awesome | Real Talk with John Geyston

    Are We Raising Kids Who Can't Handle Life? The Parenting Mistakes We Don't See

  4. Oct 25

    Is Financial Fear Blocking Your God-Given Purpose? | The Financial Armor of God

    What if the greatest obstacle standing between you and your God-given purpose... isn't your talent, your education, or your opportunity? What if it's financial fear? Today's guest believes money isn't just about dollars and cents—it's about stewardship, peace, and the choices that shape our families and our future. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by debt, financial stress, or uncertainty, this conversation may completely change the way you think about money. Let's get started. Today's guest is Murray J. Lee, a Certified Public Accountant with more than 30 years of experience helping individuals, families, and business owners make wise financial decisions. But Murray's greatest passion isn't taxes or spreadsheets—it's helping people discover financial peace through biblical stewardship. As the author of The Financial Armor of God, he teaches that true wealth isn't measured by what we accumulate but by how faithfully we manage what God has entrusted to us.

    Is Financial Fear Blocking Your God-Given Purpose? | The Financial Armor of God

  5. Oct 21

    Have you ever been surrounded by people… yet felt completely alone?

    You have friends. Family. Coworkers. Maybe even hundreds of connections on social media. You smile. You show up. You handle your responsibilities. From the outside, everything looks fine. But deep down, you feel disconnected, misunderstood, or like something is missing. Here's the truth: Being surrounded by people doesn't mean you feel connected. And being successful doesn't mean you feel fulfilled. In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Embrace Your Awesome, host and performance coach John Geyston tackles one of the most overlooked struggles facing adults today: loneliness, isolation, and the silent desire to feel seen, heard, and valued. After more than four decades of coaching and mentoring, John shares why even the strongest, most successful people can struggle with loneliness—and why genuine human connection is essential to living a meaningful and fulfilling life. 🎯 In this episode, discover: Why you can feel lonely even in a marriage, family, or crowded room. How life's responsibilities can quietly pull us away from meaningful relationships. Why social media connections don't always translate into real human connection. The difference between being physically alone and feeling emotionally isolated. Seven practical ways to rebuild meaningful relationships and rediscover a sense of belonging. 💡 One powerful reminder: Sometimes the loneliest person in the room is the one who appears to have everything together. You don't have to face every challenge alone. Real strength isn't pretending you don't need anyone—it's having the courage to reach out, open up, and let people in. 🎧 Listen to this episode of Embrace Your Awesome. ❤️ Know someone who always seems strong but might be struggling silently? Share this episode. It could be exactly what they need to hear today. Because success means very little if we have nobody to share our lives with. #EmbraceYourAwesome #Loneliness #MentalWellness #HumanConnection #PersonalGrowth #SelfWorth #Relationships #YouAreNotAlone #MindsetMatters #RealTalk #JohnGeyston

  6. Oct 19

    The Truth About Lie Detectors: Separating Fact from Fiction with David Goldberg

    Can a polygraph really detect a lie? And can uncovering the truth help rebuild trust and bring healing? On this episode of Embrace Your Awesome, host John Geyston welcomes David Goldberg, a State Licensed, Advanced Board-Certified, and Court-Recognized Expert Polygraph Examiner with over 30 years of experience and more than 20,000 polygraph examinations. Forget what you've seen in Hollywood! We're going beyond the crime shows and interrogation rooms to explore the science, misconceptions, and real-world applications of polygraph examinations. From criminal investigations and false accusations to broken relationships and personal struggles, David shares his experience helping people search for answers, navigate difficult situations, and find closure. In this episode, we explore: How polygraph examinations actually work. The biggest myths Hollywood has created about lie detectors. What polygraphs can—and cannot—tell us about deception. How truth and transparency can help rebuild broken trust. The emotional impact of false accusations and unanswered questions. Why honesty, accountability, and integrity matter in our relationships and everyday lives. The Bigger Lesson: Truth isn't always comfortable, but facing it can be the beginning of healing, growth, and freedom. Join us for a fascinating conversation about deception, trust, human behavior, and the power of truth. Because embracing your awesome begins with having the courage to face the truth—about ourselves and the world around us. 🎧 Listen now to Embrace Your Awesome with John Geyston! #EmbraceYourAwesome #JohnGeyston #DavidGoldberg #Polygraph #LieDetector #TruthMatters #Trust #Integrity #PersonalGrowth #Honesty #Podcast

  7. Oct 15

    One Day Your Child May Stop Telling You Everything. Will They Trust You with Big Things?

    Remember when your child couldn't wait to tell you everything about their day? Then suddenly… “How was school?” — Fine. “What did you do?” — Nothing. “Anything you want to talk about?” — Nope. Here's what every parent needs to understand: The conversations you have with your children TODAY help determine whether they'll come to you with life's biggest challenges TOMORROW. In this powerful episode of Embrace Your Awesome, I share 12 questions every parent should ask their child to build trust, strengthen connection, and keep communication open. Don't wait until your child needs you to start building the relationship that makes them WANT to come to you! #EmbraceYourAwesome #ParentingTips #ParentChildConnection #RaisingConfidentKids #ConsciousParenting #FamilyCommunication

  8. Oct 12

    True Leadership Isn't Revealed When Its Easy, It's Revealed When Life Gets Hard

    Anyone can lead when things are going well. But what happens when adversity strikes, decisions become difficult, and people are counting on YOU? That's when character, courage, and integrity truly matter! 🎙️ My guest, Jay Jacobson, author of Lead by Legendary Example, shares powerful leadership lessons from over 40 years of serving others, building businesses, and navigating life's toughest challenges. 💡 Leadership isn't just about what you accomplish. It's about who you become and the difference you make in others' lives! #EmbraceYourAwesome #Leadership #LeadByExample #Integrity #Resilience #PersonalGrowth #Purpose

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Welcome to The Embrace Your Awesome Podcast—a transformational space where motivation, mindset, and personal growth come together. Hosted by top selling author and renowned leadership coach John Geyston, this show helps you break through fear, build confidence from the inside out, and discover your God-given purpose. Through inspiring stories, practical coaching, and empowering insights, John guides you to develop the habits, discipline, and belief you need to live your best life. If you’re ready to grow, rise, and embrace who you were created to be… this podcast is your new home.

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  • Creator
    John Geyston
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    73
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © John Geyston
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    Embrace Your Awesome