Surrounded by Idiots Radio Podcast

Tony Dufresne, PhD
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This show is designed to Entertain, Educate and Enlighten you to rise above the roadblocks and confusion and live life on your own terms.

Episodes

  1. 04/06/2023

    Confidence and Cosmetic Procedures

    Can you achieve lasting Confidence Through Cosmetic Procedures? Can you permanently increase your Self-Esteem with an Aesthetic procedure like Botox,  breast augmentation, liposuction, nose reshaping, eyelid surgery, tummy tuck, or a facelift? Here is the Youtube Video version of the show: https://youtu.be/cLTNrK4s6VA In this week’s show, Traci Peterson, a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, shares some powerful stories of how her client’s Confidence levels changed after plastic surgery or an aesthetic procedure. In the show, Traci and Tony discuss the issue of women seeking external validation through cosmetic procedures and how it is not a solution for building self-confidence and self-worth. talk about the most effective way to help women feel confident and beautiful without focusing on their flaws. share a technique to highlight a client’s unique qualities and how they can set proper expectations for how they will feel after a procedure. discuss the societal pressure on women to compare themselves to each other and strive for perfection. stress the importance of focusing on positive non-physical aspects of oneself and identifying unique qualities and characteristics to build Confidence. And finally, Traci and Tony discuss the importance of finding a reputable provider in the aesthetics industry who prioritizes a natural look and values a partnership with the client. Traci Peterson is an international speaker, highly sought after trainer, board certified family nurse practitioner, Founder and CEO of Elevate Wellness & Aesthetics, co-founder of The Butterfly Campaign and the #1 Top Team Builder in 50 Countries with Amare, for outstanding leadership and long-term team retention. With collective medical, wellness and aesthetics industry experience of 15+ years, Traci is widely regarded by her peers, patients, clients, entrepreneurs and mom’s alike. She speaks on overcoming insecurity, identifying your unique and divine gifts, and not being defined by your life experiences. Traci has worked with big names such as, Mark Davenport, 2x Exit Entrepreneur & Investor and Mark MacDonald, Celebrity Nutritionist and 2-Time New York Times Best-selling author. She prides herself in mastering her roles as a mother, wife and woman of faith and leading by example in all of her leadership roles. Today, she joyously claims her greatest accomplishment as being a mother to 3 active children. If you would like to get a hold of Traci: Website: Thebutterflycampaign.com Instagram: @tpete @elevate_wellness_aesthetics   And, as always, you can reach me at: tony@javabud.com   Confidence! The post Confidence and Cosmetic Procedures appeared first on SBI Radio Podcast.

    24 min

  2. 03/30/2023

    Confidence Battling Cancer

    In this episode my daughter, Rachel, shares her personal story about her confidence battling cancer. Here is the Youtube Video Podcast link: https://youtu.be/R7bwMFjTGis At 28 years old, Rachel was diagnosed with Leukemia. It was a total shock to this young wife and mother of two young children. Finding herself alone in her hospital bed, going through multiple rounds of chemotherapy, losing her hair and feeling like she couldn’t go through one more day of it… …Rachel summoned the courage to FIGHT…to take back her life…to regain her Confidence. In the show, Rachel openly talks about her journey…the ups and the downs…and shares the specific mental mindset and tools she used in order to stay Confident through her crisis. Confidence Battling Cancer takes a strong mind, a strong heart and a loving and supportive tribe. Rachel shares her journey in the hope it will provide comfort and guidance to anyone or any family that is battling through cancer. Like and subscribe…the new She Talks Confidence Podcast is all about Women and Confidence through shared struggles and personal stories. If you have a story or comment for me:  tony@javabud.com Confidence! The post Confidence Battling Cancer appeared first on SBI Radio Podcast.

    23 min

  3. 03/23/2023

    Confidence Changing Careers

    This week’s special guest tells the true story of how to have Confidence in Changing Careers. Watch the Youtube video Podcast here: https://youtu.be/jWb4rOjhYfw My special guest, Marina Tolentino shares her story about how she found the confidence to begin an entirely different career after Covid wiped out her small business. Topics Marina and I chat about include: How to accept failure and move forward at the same time. How to balance family and job when starting a brand new job. The importance of realistic expectations and boundaries when trying to create a balanced life. How to STOP living in a “state of reactivity” and begin to take control of your life. Turning Burn Out into a balanced and fulfilling career. The importance of self-care and a support team. And, Marina shares her #1 tip on how to keep you Confidence going strong through such a difficult life transition. Marina is now one of the top Real Estate Experts in Hawaii. She is now using her experience to mentor others on how to confidently begin a new career in real estate. If you would like to get in touch with Marina for her free giveaway or to ask a question or get advice, you can reach her at: https://www.instagram.com/marinattolentino_/ https://www.instagram.com/tolentinohoneyco/ https://www.tiktok.com/@marinattolentino https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvxhU1quind_g8SKc1cOqKA?view_as=subscriber https://www.marinatolentino.com/ Like and subscribe and let me know what you think. Confidence! The post Confidence Changing Careers appeared first on SBI Radio Podcast.

    27 min

  4. 03/10/2023

    She Talks Music for Courage and Confidence

    I have invited Personal Coach and Brand Strategist, Kristen Hartnagel on the show to talk about Music for Courage and Confidence. If you want to watch the Youtube video, go to https://youtu.be/66Cko3dAqcE Kristen has used music in her coaching and therapy for a number of powerful reasons, such as: As a Meditation device to calm Overthinking As a healing energy to create greater inner harmony As a way to breakthrough boundaries Music is one of the most powerful forces in the world. And when used to “focus” and “empower” it leads to incredible amounts of both Courage and Confidence. Here is the link to Kristen’s free song:  https://kristenhartnagel.com/getstarted/ Kristen Hartnagel is keynote speaker, a personal brand expert, and coach at the globally renowned Brand Builders Group. She works with clients including New York Times bestselling authors, celebrities, billionaire influencers, CEOs, and entrepreneurs guiding them to tap into their unique gifts and talents to attract the right opportunities and people into their lives. Through her company Evolve Now, she helps individuals break through belief barriers and reach their next level of greatness. If you would like to work with Kristen, you can reach her at kristen@brandbuildersgroup.com   Any questions or comments for me?  tony@javabud.com The post She Talks Music for Courage and Confidence appeared first on SBI Radio Podcast.

    22 min

  5. 03/02/2023

    Confidence and Starting Your Own Business

    It’s takes a lot of Confidence to start a business And for women, the road to being your own boss has been a steeper climb. Business has been a male-driven institution forever. But recently that has begun to change dramatically. More and more women are taking action on their passion, following their dreams and Confidently starting businesses. However, like all small business owners, women are running into the typical hurdles of time management and realizing the costs of “learning as they go”. But for women, the emotional toll of burnout and/or Imposter Syndrome are even more severe. This part of the “starting a business” is the point where most women begin to doubt themselves, lose faith in their dream…basically, lose Confidence. Today’s show is all about how to best start and succeed in a new business as a woman. My guest, Michael Ryan, is the Co-Owner (with his wife) and CEO of Threadbare Coffee Company ( https://www.threadbarecoffeecompany.com/). Like myself, he is an advocate for Women, being a small business consultant that helps women with starting a business and, more importantly, avoiding burnout and imposter syndrome along the way to success. Michael has over 13 years of experience in the coffee industry during which he has worked everywhere from the headquarters of Starbucks to local coffee companies. He spent 8 years as the Operations Manager for a multi-location cafe/roastery that was doing $5M+ in annual revenue. Michael has been working with clients for over 9 years training, coaching, and consulting. His clients have included startups, importers, roasters, cafes, and companies doing all of the above. Michael talks about imposter syndrome, the difference between men and women small businesses, the unique problems women face when starting a business and the concept of “Humble” Confidence and how that can help women to create a positive mindset leading to success. Like and subscribe and let me know what kind of topics are of interest to you. You can get a hold of me at tony@javabud.com Confidence! The post Confidence and Starting Your Own Business appeared first on SBI Radio Podcast.

    25 min

  6. 02/23/2023

    Confidence and Owning Your Reputation

    Special Guest Larissa Salazar, Brand Strategist and Master Business Coach with Brand Builders Group, shares her story about how she got a bad reputation in college and how she was finally able to create the Confidence necessary to own it while empowering herself at the same time. For years she denied, fought and resisted this unearned bad reputation and lost a lot of time, energy and focus because of it. Then, after finally distancing herself from her college past, a random Instagram post led to being called out again for something she didn’t even do, years earlier…the bad reputation returned. Then, something miraculous happened… Larissa was able to shift her energy and accept the unjust past reputation and finally freed herself from the pain and emotion that dwelled in her for so long. Larissa not only shares her personal story but also provides what Confidence technique worked for her and what you can do if you’re ever faced with the same type of injustice. If you would like to check out the YouTube video of the show:  https://youtu.be/fL7qApB82vA The post Confidence and Owning Your Reputation appeared first on SBI Radio Podcast.

    27 min

  7. 02/17/2023

    She Talks Confidence Episode 1

    It’s been a while but I’m back with a new show geared towards Women’s Confidence. I am transitioning the Surrounded by Idiots Podcast to the She Talks Confidence Podcast. So, the next few shows will be here but soon I will transition to the new show’s podcast platform. I will let you know when and where, so in the meantime, I hope you enjoy this week’s show. The new show will be an interview format, each week bringing on a powerful woman to share a story of Confidence or lack of Confidence and how she was able to learn and grow and become more empowered through her experience. I kick off the new format with a terrific guest, Gia Lacqua Gia is a widely-regarded empowerment coach and motivational speaker. She is also the author of the Limitless Little Leaders children’s book series, a board member with the Girl Scouts of Northern NJ, a girl-mom, and women’s advocate. She brings 20 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry leading companies, teams, and individuals through strategic change and growth, and most recently served as Vice President of a Fortune 100 Company. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Human Development, and she is a Trauma-Informed Certified Coach. Her insights have been featured in well-known media outlets such as Thrive Global and Authority Magazine. As an empowerment coach she supports high-achieving women who are overwhelmed and unfulfilled find her inner harmony and reclaim her life so she can show up as the extraordinary woman she knows she is capable of being. In the show Gia talks about a terrible health scare that finally got her to prioritize herself, creating Confidence in who she is and how she wants to show up, everyday, for not only her daughter and her clients, but for herself. If you’re interested in speaking with Gia, you can contact her at gia@gialacqua.com I hope you enjoy the show and, as usual, if you have any comments, send me a note at tony@javabud.com The post She Talks Confidence Episode 1 appeared first on SBI Radio Podcast.

    20 min

  8. 09/23/2021

    Amazing Books That Can Change Your Life

    This week, I decided to share with you the most amazing books I have ever read AND the one big mistake most people make when they buy a self-help book. Link to the Youtube Video There are literally thousands of personal development and self-help books that are published every year, but it seems there are just a few that rise to the top and have stood the test of time. The books I discuss are the ones that have impacted me, my life, my journey the most. The Power of Now by Eckhardt Tolle – The most life-changing book I’ve ever read. He is a master at simplifying the complicated world and his ability to teach the awareness of the “now”. You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero – I love this girl. When I first read the book I could have sworn she ripped off my stuff online…of course she didn’t but that’s how in sync I am with her writing. She pulls no punches and provides an easy to follow guide on the forces that shape ones life and how to get them to work in your favor. Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl – Concentration camp survivor, he single-handedly changed psychology with his insights and the creation of his theory of Logotherapy. The theory is based on the importance of defining and prioritizing the “meaning” of things in your own life. Poke the Box by Seth Godin – Marketing master, he is all about self-acceptance and authenticity. His books are short, cheap but to the point and very powerful. How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie – I’m thinking I don’t have to say a whole lot about this one because you’ve probably read it already. If not, now is the time. This book is the basis for all the self help stuff out there today. Awaken the Giant Within by Tony Robbins – He is the big man on campus and this very detailed offering is brimming with useful tools and techniques to move you to action. Along with these amazing books, I also have a couple of honorable mentions that I talk about. Let me know if you have read any life-changing books…I’m always looking for my next read. The post Amazing Books That Can Change Your Life appeared first on SBI Radio Podcast.

  9. 09/15/2021

    Why Do Relationships Fail After 3 Months?

    Why do some relationships fail so quickly when they begin so insanely great? Click here for the Youtube Video Hint: It has something to do with yourself …. actually, it has EVERYTHING to do with you and how well you know yourself.   This week, Lexi and I dig deep into the real, bottom line, at-the-core cause of not being able to create a solid, stable and long-lasting, FULFILLING relationship.   Stuff we talk about in the show:   Why a deep “knowing” of who you are is absolutely necessary for a long-lasting, fulfilling relationship The signs to look for in a relationship that will immediately signal you don’t know yourself well enough for the relationship to survive. How does the Ego impact a relationship and what you can do to get it out of the way of a potentially great relationship? The reason your expectations in a relationship are too high or why none of your relationships have ever measured up. How much does your childhood impact your relationship issues?   Why Do Relationships Fail?   “It seemed so good in the beginning…what happened?”  I don’t think it’s a stretch to say that this phrase has been uttered by every single person that found their unicorn, started their whirlwind relationship and ended up alone in the corner of the bedroom drowning themselves in a pint of Ben & Jerry’s.   Now, we’re not saying that every failed relationship will be your fault or due to not having a deep understanding of who you are and how your operate, but it could be the case with a relationship that could have been amazing if you had only given the time and effort to do a little introspection.   3 Simple Tools to Know Yourself Better   We end the show by talking about some simple things you can do to get to know yourself a little better.   In the end, none of us want to be the reason a potentially magical relationship ends up in the dumpster.  Thank God the solution is staring back at you in the mirror.   Go to www.javabud.com for all of my podcasts, videos and some cool free stuff. The post Why Do Relationships Fail After 3 Months? appeared first on SBI Radio Podcast.

    9 min

  10. 09/08/2021

    How to Be Less Angry With People

    The key to be less angry with people has been right in front of you the whole time. This week’s podcast episode is all about the power of controlling your thoughts and emotions even though the world seems to be unraveling at the seams. Youtube video of the podcast: https://youtu.be/5PWLdjcofZM I share a very effective tool from the famous Stoic Philosopher, Marcus Aurelius, and 17 of his friends that can immediately provide higher levels of: Self-Awareness Context Perspective Marcus shared the tool on the first page of his book, “Meditations” and all you need is a pen, a piece of paper and a few good friends and mentors to refer to in times of crisis. I also talk about how Stoic Philosophy was the foundation for the invention of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which is one of the most effective forms of psychological therapy in use today. With way too much focus being put on the extreme idiots of the world, it is really important to not get caught up in all of the negative energy. This is an essential leadership skill to be a better leader. But with a simple technique you can start using today, you’ll be able to break free of the fear and anxiety and become one of those people that other look up to…inspire to act and be an effective leader. Comments/Questions : tony@javabud.com Podcast: www.sbirpodcast.com Website: javabud.com Stay Focused and BE the Change… The post How to Be Less Angry With People appeared first on SBI Radio Podcast.

    13 min
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This show is designed to Entertain, Educate and Enlighten you to rise above the roadblocks and confusion and live life on your own terms.

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  • Creator
    Tony Dufresne, PhD
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2023
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    Surrounded by Idiots Radio Podcast