One Thousand Gurus Podcast

J.R. Yonocruz

Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a software project manager, self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, dancer, stand-up comedian, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world. All links & socials https://bio.site/onethousandgurus

  1. 5天前

    #57: Hao Gagaring - Starting an Online Crafting Business, Dental Health, and Overcoming Fears as an Introvert

    In this episode of One Thousand Gurus, host J.R. Yonocruz sits down with Hao Gagaring, a self-proclaimed 'memory creator' who focuses on crafting and personalizing objects. As an introverted individual who moved to the United States from the Philippines in her late teens, Hao shares her journey of adjusting to a new country, breaking through her introverted nature by working in a mobile dental company, and pursuing her entrepreneurial passions. She discusses her Labubu clothing and crafting business, which she runs with her mom, and offers insight into the challenges and rewards of starting a side business. Hao also touches on the importance of dental health, the cultural shock of moving to a new country, and how her passion for K-pop has helped her adjust to her new surroundings. Guest bio: Hao is a friend of J.R.’s: a coffee buddy, introvert, and crafty individual. She is a self-procalimed “simple, law-abiding citizen.” She doesn’t consider herself an influencer or content creator, but more of a memory-creator. Personalizing and customizing things are some of her favorite hobbies. Instagram: @mylifeafter.work / https://www.instagram.com/mylifeafter.work/Instagram: @La.w_events / https://www.instagram.com/la.w_events/Instagram: @misslabubu / https://www.instagram.com/misslabubu/Links/resources: Mercari (online marketplace - website)Fear-Setting Exercise (Ali Abdaal - YouTube video)Got7 (K-Pop music group - Wikipedia)3 Idiots (movie - Wikipedia)How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies (movie - Wikipedia)When Life Gives You Tangerines (TV series - Wikipedia)Send us a text Support the show One Thousand Gurus Podcast: Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world. 💻 Website: www.onethousandgurus.com 🔗 All links & socials: https://bio.site/onethousandgurus 📚 Learning guides: https://stan.store/marloyonocruz

    50 分钟
  2. 10月27日

    #56: Dorothy Ho - Surrendering Finances, Weight-Loss Journey, and Not Dating for “Potential” Anymore

    In this inspiring episode of One Thousand Gurus, host J.R. welcomes back Dorothy Ho, the founder of Charade Dance Academy. Dorothy shares her journey of reestablishing her faith and becoming a fervent Christian, which has positively impacted her life and business. She discusses her commitment to setting boundaries, self-discipline, and improving her finances and health. Dorothy also opens up about her experiences with romance and singleness, offering valuable insights and advice. The discussion touches on her impressive 45lb weight loss through diet and intermittent fasting, and her dedication to living a lie-free and curse-free life. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of growth, faith, and the pursuit of a better self. Guest bio: Dorothy Ho is the business owner behind the award-winning Charade Dance Academy in Garden Grove, California, which she founded in 2018 at 21. She has choreographed competitively and recreationally for young dancers, creating award-winning routines and securing scholarships for her students. She recently re-established her faith this year, dedicating herself to growing closer to God while serving on the prayer team at Rock Harbor church in Costa Mesa, CA. Instagram: @charadedanceacademy /  https://www.instagram.com/charadedanceacademy/Website: https://www.charadedanceacademy.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rusebysaved1024Email: premiumheartva@gmail.comSend us a text Support the show One Thousand Gurus Podcast: Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world. 💻 Website: www.onethousandgurus.com 🔗 All links & socials: https://bio.site/onethousandgurus 📚 Learning guides: https://stan.store/marloyonocruz

    59 分钟
  3. 10月20日

    #55: Jae Kim - Math Tutoring to Coding, Leaving a Korean Cult, and Rebuilding a Life

    In this episode of One Thousand Gurus, host J.R. Yonocruz welcomes Jae Kim, who shares his remarkable journey of leaving a Korean Christian cult after 10 years. Jae discusses how he rebuilt his life through open-mindedness, friendship, and love, exploring new hobbies like cooking and dancing, and forming new relationships. Key topics include Jae's background, the indoctrination and impact of the cult, and the eventual rediscovery of his Christian faith. The conversation also delves into Jae's professional trajectory from being a math teacher to a software developer, and his aspirations in the culinary field. Encouragement to question beliefs, the importance of friendships, and the value of personal growth are emphasized throughout the episode. Guest bio: After leaving a Korean cult of 10 years, Jae rebuilt his life with open-mindedness, friendship, and love. From exploring cooking and dance to new relationships, his journey is about community, growth, and celebrating life’s meaningful connections. Instagram: @seriouslyiamjaek / https://www.instagram.com/seriouslyiamjaek/Instagram: @letsgetcookimjae / https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcookimjae/Links/resources: In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal (mini-series documentary - Netflix)Atomic Habits by James Clear (book summary)Send us a text Support the show One Thousand Gurus Podcast: Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world. 💻 Website: www.onethousandgurus.com 🔗 All links & socials: https://bio.site/onethousandgurus 📚 Learning guides: https://stan.store/marloyonocruz

    44 分钟
  4. 10月13日

    #54: Way Liu - Dancer to DJ, Navigating Sobriety, Chronic Back Pain, and Finding Creative Outlets

    In this episode of One Thousand Gurus, host J.R. catches up with Way Liu, a creative talent from the Bay Area with a rich background in dance and DJing. Way shares his journey from being a hip hop freestyle dancer to joining prestigious dance teams like Kaba Modern and AoV. He opens up about the challenges of leading a dance team, his struggle with chronic back pain, and overcoming drug addiction to achieve four years of sobriety. Way also delves into his various creative pursuits, including music production and video editing, offering valuable insights for anyone looking to cultivate their artistic talents while maintaining a balanced life. Join J.R. and Way for a deep and wide-ranging conversation filled with humility, vulnerability, and inspiration. Guest bio: Creative born and raised in the Bay Area with experience in dance, DJing and other music related facets. Credits: AOV, Kaba Modern, Academy of DJ's, Arena SF nightclub. Recent DJ venues: 1015 Folsom, Still OG Bar. Instagram: @sh.way / https://www.instagram.com/sh.way/TikTok: @shwayboyadvance / https://www.tiktok.com/@shwayboyadvanceSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/shway_stationLinks/resources: Didi (2024) (movie - Wikipedia)Citizens United v. FEC (U.S. Supreme Court ruling - Wikipedia)Severance (TV series - Wikipedia)Alan Watts (author, speaker - Wikipedia)Send us a text Support the show One Thousand Gurus Podcast: Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world. 💻 Website: www.onethousandgurus.com 🔗 All links & socials: https://bio.site/onethousandgurus 📚 Learning guides: https://stan.store/marloyonocruz

    1 小时 5 分钟
  5. 10月6日

    #53: Lindsey Nellessen - Salary Negotiations, Online Courses, and Achieving a $100k Net Worth in Your 20s

    📚 Personal Finance learning guides: https://stan.store/marloyonocruz Lindsey Nellessen shares her journey from marketing professional to money coach, revealing practical strategies for building wealth and negotiating higher compensation. She offers insights on conscious spending, investment philosophy, and how tracking your financial contributions at work can lead to significant salary increases. • Started money coaching and has helped thousands of young adults gain financial confidence • Transitioned from marketing to finance through entrepreneurship during the pandemic • Successfully negotiated a 50% compensation increase in one year • Recommends conscious spending over strict budgeting—align spending with your personal priorities • Emphasizes why leaving money in savings accounts means losing value to inflation • Suggests tracking every transaction on a spreadsheet to understand spending patterns • Achieved six-figure net worth in her 20s Guest bio: Lindsey is a personal finance educator, marketing professional, wife, and mom to a one year old son. She started her money coaching business at age 26 and has helped thousands of young adults become more confident with their money. Instagram: @your_money_bff / https://www.instagram.com/your_money_bff/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindseynellessen/Email: lindseynnellessen@gmail.comLinks/resources: Danielle Leslie (course creator - website)@SaveMyCents (personal finance content creator - Instagram)“How to Negotiate Your Salary” by Ramit Sethi (blog)I Will Teach You To Be Rich by Ramit Sethi (audiobook - Amazon affiliate link)Personal Finance Club (website) The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel (audiobook - Amazon affiliate link)Investing for Dummies (audiobook - Amazon affiliate link)Off to Be The Wizard by Scott Meyer (book summary)Travelers  (TV Series - Wikipedia)Send us a text Support the show One Thousand Gurus Podcast: Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world. 💻 Website: www.onethousandgurus.com 🔗 All links & socials: https://bio.site/onethousandgurus 📚 Learning guides: https://stan.store/marloyonocruz

    55 分钟
  6. 9月29日

    #52: Hannah Kim - “Trauma of the Eldest Daughter,” Moving to East Coast, Pickleball, Opening a Private Therapy Practice, and More

    In this episode of One Thousand Gurus, host J.R. sits down with Hannah Kim, a licensed mental health counselor with her own private practice in Massachusetts. Hannah shares insights from her career in therapy, emphasizing the importance of self-healing and therapy for therapists. They explore various facets of therapy, including its challenges, the significance of cultural relatability, and the burdens therapists bear. The conversation also delves into Hannah's personal journey, including her background, college experiences, and transition from community mental health to a successful private practice. They discuss the cultural expectations and pressures faced by eldest daughters in immigrant families. The episode also covers lighter topics like enjoying pickleball, participating in Barry's Bootcamp, and finding joy in hobbies like photography and interior design. Hannah shares candid advice on finding balance, self-care, and the importance of believing in oneself. Guest bio: Hannah is a licensed mental health counselor with her own private practice in MA. She has a bachelor's in Cognitive Science Psychology and a master's in Counseling Psychology. Although Hannah is California born and raised, she currently resides in Boston with her husband. She's living her best life playing pickleball and volleyball, dog and cat sitting for friends, joining the pilates and Barry's Bootcamp cult, cooking for friends and family, and traveling a ton!  Instagram: @hannahbobbb / https://www.instagram.com/hannahbobbb/Website: https://zencare.co/provider/therapist/hannah-kimLinks/resources: Barry’s (HIIT bootcamp workouts - website)“K-jangnyeo (K-장녀)” = “trauma of the eldest daughter” (loosely translated)“Nunchi (눈치)” = a Korean concept that refers to the subtle art of gauging other people's moods, feelings, and thoughts, and then responding appropriatelyAeron Chair from Herman Miller (website)Spigen Amazon Store for phone cases (Amazon - affiliate link)Shrinking (TV series - wikipedia)Send us a text Support the show One Thousand Gurus Podcast: Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world. 💻 Website: www.onethousandgurus.com 🔗 All links & socials: https://bio.site/onethousandgurus 📚 Learning guides: https://stan.store/marloyonocruz

    2 小时 9 分钟
  7. 9月15日

    #50: Random Show with Aeden Pham - Dieting Tips, Dating Stories, Long-Term Goals, Personality Tests, and More

    This random show episode with Aeden Pham marks our first-ever remote recording, allowing us to have an unlimited conversation spanning numerous topics in a more relaxed format without time constraints. • Discussing Aeden's multiple jobs and the challenges of balancing them other hobbies • Exploring fitness and how proper technique for injury prevention • Sharing nutrition strategies and the psychological reality of weight management • Examining dating experiences and the contrast between early attraction skills versus relationship maintenance skills • Analyzing our astrological charts and how they reflect our personalities and compatibility with others • Reviewing life changes over the past year and five years • Setting goals for the future, including financial stability, career aspirations, and personal projects • Pondering deeper questions about ego, leadership, and surrounding ourselves with people who challenge us to grow Guest bio: Aeden Anthony Pham is a published researcher, knowledgeable in the topics of race, gender, and sexuality in popular media, has 2 masters degrees, and has studied in 5 different countries. Professionally, he has worked in multiple industries, including service, non-profit, entertainment, and technology. In their 20+ years of work experience, they've received recognition from the city council, the state government, the office of the president, and even Disneyland. Aeden is an award-winning singer, dancer, writer, and film director also enjoys investing their time in various activities, such as stand-up comedy, archery, ice skating, and video/board gaming. Instagram: @aedenanthony - https://www.instagram.com/aedenanthony / @iamajrp - https://www.instagram.com/iamajrp YouTube: @aedenanthony - https://www.youtube.com/@aedenanthonyLinks/resources: 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think (audiobook - Amazon affiliate link)StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Gallup (book - Amazon affiliate link)Big Five personality test (website)Send us a text Support the show One Thousand Gurus Podcast: Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world. 💻 Website: www.onethousandgurus.com 🔗 All links & socials: https://bio.site/onethousandgurus 📚 Learning guides: https://stan.store/marloyonocruz

    2 小时 2 分钟
  8. 9月8日

    #49: Justin Tran - Maid Cafes, Navigating Unhealthy Relationship Patterns, and Pushing the Boundaries of High Fashion

    We explore the remarkable journey of self-discovery with Justin Tran, a fitness enthusiast, high fashion devotee, and Maid Cafe performer who shares his evolution from childhood trauma to emotional intelligence and self-acceptance. • Justin's path from spite-driven transformation to genuine self-discovery • Growing up in Oakland and experiencing racism that shaped early motivation • Unhealthy relationship patterns, including codependency • How therapy revealed PTSD from childhood experiences • Learning emotional awareness and breaking reactive behavior patterns • The importance of building a foundation of self-love before entering relationships • Japanese fashion as an expression of individuality and breaking cultural norms • Justin's unexpected journey into Maid Cafe and Butler Cafe performances • Finding the right people who support your authentic self • Embracing femininity as a way to expand masculinity and become multidimensional • Investing in yourself and your happiness is essential for wellbeing Guest bio: As a self-proclaimed “just a regular dude”, beneath his humble exterior lies a man of dedication, persistence, compassion, self-awareness, and the desire to constantly improve his emotional intelligence. Above all else, he seeks peace within himself and connection with those who feel like home. Instagram: @justntran_ / https://www.instagram.com/justntran_/Links/resources: OTG #13: Ryan Tern - Fitness Tips, the Importance of Coaching, and the Power of GratitudePlanet B-Boy (2007) (documentary - Wikipedia)101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think (audiobook - Amazon affiliate link)Asayoru Maid Cafe (Instagram)Frieren (manga/anime - wikipedia)Send us a text Support the show One Thousand Gurus Podcast: Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world. 💻 Website: www.onethousandgurus.com 🔗 All links & socials: https://bio.site/onethousandgurus 📚 Learning guides: https://stan.store/marloyonocruz

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Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a software project manager, self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, dancer, stand-up comedian, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world. All links & socials https://bio.site/onethousandgurus