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Welcome to University of Adversity, a podcast where we explore the human experience of overcoming obstacles and achieving personal growth through real-life stories of accomplished individuals. From professional athletes to NY Times bestselling authors, celebrities, spiritual leaders, doctors, scientists, and billionaires, we bring you a diverse range of perspectives on the challenges and triumphs of adversity. Each episode is designed to provide listeners with inspiration, motivation, and practical tools to help them navigate through difficult times. We cover a wide range of topics related to mental health, personal development, self-improvement and resilience building, offering expert insights and actionable advice. Join us as we discover how to overcome adversity, cope with stress, and achieve your goals on this journey of self-discovery and personal growth, highlighting the stories of the everyday heroes among us.

University of Adversity Lance W Essihos

    • Education
    • 4.9 • 82 Ratings

Welcome to University of Adversity, a podcast where we explore the human experience of overcoming obstacles and achieving personal growth through real-life stories of accomplished individuals. From professional athletes to NY Times bestselling authors, celebrities, spiritual leaders, doctors, scientists, and billionaires, we bring you a diverse range of perspectives on the challenges and triumphs of adversity. Each episode is designed to provide listeners with inspiration, motivation, and practical tools to help them navigate through difficult times. We cover a wide range of topics related to mental health, personal development, self-improvement and resilience building, offering expert insights and actionable advice. Join us as we discover how to overcome adversity, cope with stress, and achieve your goals on this journey of self-discovery and personal growth, highlighting the stories of the everyday heroes among us.

    Building Resilience and Taking Control of Your Life and Future with Lance

    Building Resilience and Taking Control of Your Life and Future with Lance

    The art of building resilience is fundamental to navigating life's inevitable pressures and challenges. It involves a dynamic process of embracing struggles, learning from them, and thereby acquiring invaluable skills and perspectives. This strengthens not just our ability to withstand external and internal pressures, but also provides avenues for self-growth, discovery, and empowerment.
    Lance Essihos, an advocate of resilience, views it as a skill acquired through overcoming challenges. He underscores the significance of learning and growing from adversity, making empowering choices, and taking control of one's life. Essihos, through practices like self-reflection, journaling, meditation, and breathwork, encourages individuals to bolster their resilience, empowering them to face life's challenges with unwavering confidence and composure. For Essihos, resilience is a continual process of overcoming obstacles, maintaining balance, and learning and growing from life experiences.
    Time Stamps:
    (00:02:01) Embracing Struggles to Enhance Resilience
    (00:03:07) Building Resilience and Taking Control
    (00:05:38) Challenging Choices for Strength and Growth
    Connect with Lance:
    * Grab a copy Mastering Adversity Book: https://a.co/d/c8HXL6j *
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    - Instagram: www.instagram.com/lance.essihos/ 
    - Facebook: www.facebook.com/universityofadversity
    - Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/lance-w-essihos 
    - Website: lanceessihos.com 
    - Email: lance@lancewessihos.com

    • 10 min
    Trauma's Impact on Behavioral Patterns: Understanding past experiences for healthier relationships and self-awareness with Alicia Kay

    Trauma's Impact on Behavioral Patterns: Understanding past experiences for healthier relationships and self-awareness with Alicia Kay

    Alicia Kay is a distinguished professional with a wealth of experience spanning over twenty years in dealing with trauma and psychotherapy. Having undergone an impactful personal transformation herself, Alicia's perspective on trauma and psychotherapy is underpinned by both professional knowledge and personal experience. She strongly believes in introspection as a means to understand and heal from emotional pain, trauma, and shame that can hinder spiritual growth. Through her own emotional exploration, she was able to understand the root cause of her struggles and transform those experiences into lessons for others. Kay advocates for a combined approach of traditional therapy and holistic healing, which takes into account unconscious beliefs, feelings, and patterns. She opposes the idea of medicating individuals based on diagnoses and encourages reliance on intuitive intelligence for guidance in the healing process. Kay's views highlight the transformational potential of confronting and healing trauma to discover one's true self and purpose.
    Time Stamps:
    (00:11:22) Exploring Transformation Through Self-Reflection and Healing
    (00:12:39) Healing through confronting deep emotional wounds
    (00:16:48) Trauma's Influence on Understanding Others' Behaviors
    (00:21:38) Exploring Core Wounds for Personal Transformation
    (00:30:32) Navigating Personal Growth Through Self-Awareness
    (00:32:19) Shifting Focus Towards Self-Reflection and Growth
    (00:49:23) Shame-Based Coping Mechanisms in Addiction
    (00:55:05) Shame as Root Cause of Addiction
    (00:56:59) Emotional Triggers in Addiction Recovery Protocol
    (01:04:16) Healing Trauma through Unconscious Behavior Exploration
    (01:09:19) Fostering Children's Mental Resilience Through Empowerment
    (01:17:51) Healing Trauma Through Somatic Breath Awareness
    (01:22:13) Tailoring Breath Work for Individual Readiness
    Connect with Alicia:
    Book a FREE discovery call Alicia here:  www.aliciakay.as.me/discover
    Ask Alicia about her 6 month program "Breakthrough Bliss"
    - Designed to help you clear out emotional blocks, trauma and aling with your authentic self.
    - Website: https://www.aliciakaycoaching.com/
    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciakaycoaching/
    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aliciakaycoaching
    - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvlCVoy6T_Tb3lBOjjy11ng/featured
    Connect with Lance:
    * Grab a copy Mastering Adversity Book: https://a.co/d/c8HXL6j *
    * Tired of being the best kept secret? Do you have a powerful mission? Then you need to be getting booked on podcasts:
    Book a call with the Mic-Up Media Team today and take advantage of our special promotion: https://lanceessihos.com/micup/
    - Instagram: www.instagram.com/lance.essihos/ 
    - Facebook: a href="https://www.facebook.com/universityofadversity" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    • 1 hr 33 min
    Stop Doing This One Thing & Watch Your Life Transform!

    Stop Doing This One Thing & Watch Your Life Transform!

    Welcome back to another insightful episode of University of Adversity with your host, Lance Essihos.
    In this solo episode, Lance delves into the profound impact of self-talk and its resonance in our daily lives. Drawing from personal experiences and candid observations, he delves into the significance of the language we use when addressing ourselves.
    Lance emphasizes the profound influence of our internal dialogue on our mindset and overall well-being. He highlights the transformation that occurs when we shift from self-limiting expressions to words of possibility and openness.
    Throughout the episode, Lance provides practical advice on how to reframe self-defeating beliefs, encouraging listeners to become their own best friend by practicing self-compassion and positive self-talk.
    Join us for this enlightening discussion on the power of language and its pivotal role in shaping our perceptions and experiences.
    Time Stamps:
    00:00 Discussing personal growth and insights from experiences.
    04:00 Reframe language, open up to possibilities, create change.
    07:18 Challenge limited thinking, speak abundance, create life.
    09:43 Believe in yourself, attract positivity, watch your language.
    14:08 Encourage and uplift others, don't bring them down.
    Connect With Lance:
    * Grab a copy Mastering Adversity Book: https://a.co/d/c8HXL6j
    * Instagram: www.instagram.com/lance.essihos/ 
    * Facebook: www.facebook.com/universityofadversity
    * Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/lance-w-essihos 
    * Email: lance@lancewessihos.com
    * Website: lanceessihos.com 

    • 16 min
    What is True Freedom? Tucker Carlson, Radical Responsibility, Discipline, and Unlocking the Secret to Entrepreneurship with Karla Treadway.

    What is True Freedom? Tucker Carlson, Radical Responsibility, Discipline, and Unlocking the Secret to Entrepreneurship with Karla Treadway.

    In today's episode, we have the honor of featuring Karla Treadway, who offers profound insights on the concept of freedom as radical responsibility and the discipline required to attain it. Karla's journey, from enduring the loss of her business to redefining her approach to entrepreneurship and personal development, is a testament to the resilience and fortitude needed to navigate challenging times. Join us as we delve into her experiences, the lessons learned from adversity, and the wisdom she imparts on mindset, business strategies, and finding strength in the face of hardship. Get ready for an impactful and reflective conversation on facing adversity and cultivating personal growth.
    Ways to support the podcast: 
    📌 Grab a copy of Lance’s book, MASTERING ADVERSITY now available on Amazon. Click the link to buy the book: Mastering Adversity Amazon
    Subscribe and follow the podcast (Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Castbox) and leave a 5 star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    📚 Timestamped overview:
    00:00 Morning routine: write, move, meditate, then work.
    10:25 Tucker Carlson's team approached me for collaboration.
    13:21 Critic speaks out on war against Christians.
    16:59 Podcast focuses on work-related topics, avoids complaints.
    23:08 Rural living, feeling stuck, focusing on mindset.
    31:51 Freedom from rigidity, flexibility in fitness mindset.
    33:28 Authenticity and connection lead to successful pivots.
    39:54 Balancing priorities and passions in life.
    46:10 Honest self-assessment is crucial for growth.
    54:06 Repurpose content, streamline workflow, boost productivity.
    57:35 Focus on adding value, not immediate monetization.
    01:00:49 Belief in yourself, course promotion, entrepreneurial resilience.
    01:09:59 Embracing adversity leads to fulfillment and achievement.
    01:13:45 Choose to believe in thriving despite darkness.
    Connect with Karla:
    Website: https://www.karlajoytreadway.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karlajoytreadway/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karlajoytreadwaycoaching/
    Podcast: https://thesovereignceopodcast.podbean.com/

    • 1 hr 22 min
    How to FINALLY stop procrastinating and take action! with Lance Essihos

    How to FINALLY stop procrastinating and take action! with Lance Essihos

    In this solo episode, Lance dives into the topic of procrastination and shares practical strategies to combat it. Through personal insights and experiences, he emphasizes the importance of eliminating distractions, breaking tasks into manageable steps, and rewarding oneself for completed actions.
    This episode offers valuable tools and insights to help you navigate through procrastination and take meaningful steps towards achieving your goals. Tune in and learn how to turn procrastination into action.
    Ways to support the podcast: 
    📌 Grab a copy of Lance’s book, MASTERING ADVERSITY now available on Amazon. Click the link to buy the book: Mastering Adversity Amazon
    Subscribe and follow the podcast (Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Castbox) and leave a 5 star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    👨🏻‍🏫Connect With Lance :
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/lance.essihos/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/lance-w-essihos Email: lance@lancewessihos.com Website: lanceessihos.com

    • 9 min
    From Mexican Prison Hell to Spiritual Awakening and Liberation with Jeff Sorenson

    From Mexican Prison Hell to Spiritual Awakening and Liberation with Jeff Sorenson

    In this episode of the University of Adversity podcast, host Lance Essihos and Jeff Sorenson engage in a deeply personal conversation. Jeff shares a profound story of overcoming adversity, tracing his journey from a difficult childhood to grappling with mental health issues and substance abuse. Through harrowing experiences, including involvement in drug trafficking and incarceration, Jeff's unwavering commitment to personal growth and spiritual evolution shines through.
    Together, Lance and Jeff navigate through the intricacies of breath work, manifestation, and the transformative power of facing fear and adversity. This raw and unfiltered dialogue offers a compelling exploration of personal transformation and the unwavering human spirit. Join us as we bear witness to Jeff's extraordinary journey and glean invaluable insights into overcoming life's most daunting challenges.
    Ways to support the podcast: 
    📌 Grab a copy of Lance’s book, MASTERING ADVERSITY now available on Amazon. Click the link to buy the book: Mastering Adversity Amazon
    Subscribe and follow the podcast (Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Castbox) and leave a 5 star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    👨🏻‍🏫Connect With Jeff Sorenson:
    >Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breatharmy/
    >Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breathARMY/
    >Website: https://breatharmy.com/

    👨🏻‍🏫Connect With Lance W Essihos:
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/lance.essihos/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/lance-w-essihos Email: lance@lancewessihos.com Website: lanceessihos.com

    • 1 hr 40 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
82 Ratings

82 Ratings

Chelsea Husum ,

Such a fantastic podcast!!!

I love this podcast so much!!! Lance is an incredible host who really connects with his guests and listeners. He shares his authentic journey and how he has gone through adversity, and dives into how other people have overcome obstacles in life and still thrive. Thank you for putting such powerful stories out into the world!!

CourtneyJacqueline ,

Inspirational—A Must-Hear Podcast!

I’m so thankful for discovering Lance’s University of Adversity podcast. I find every episode to be enlightening and encouraging, and I always learn something new!

BrEpicBreen ,

Greatness

Lance understands the entrepreneurial brain at a high level … he provides great input for leaders and thinks big on a global level

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