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In this episode, BD starts out by recognizing the newly signed federal holiday, Juneteenth, and explained the essence of this celebration, honoring the African American heritage. He continues on sharing some principles from a book about the Hawaiian forgiveness ritual that he wants to keep improving on. He also honors how the African Americans have shaped the United States’ whiskey industry as he talks about Nathan Nearest Green and Mrs. Fawn Weaver.
So, listen in now, and let us give honor as we learn more about these significant events, people, and principles that made us who we are today and who we are becoming as we continue to improve and grow.
MENTIONS
https://two-promises.com/ Juneteenth Holiday Ho'oponopono Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey Nearest Green Foundation SHOW NOTES
[00:00:56] Greetings and honoring Hobi [00:01:35] Biden signed for Juneteenth to be recognized as a federal holiday [00:01:55] What is Juneteenth? [00:03:03] Ho'oponopono - the Hawaiian forgiveness ritual [00:04;43] “Forgiveness is not a one-time thing. Forgiveness is a lifestyle.” [00:05:25] The four key sentences to practice [00:05:58] I am Sorry [00:06:21] Please forgive me [00:06:47] I love you [00:07:05] Thank you [00:08:01] Recognizing how the African Americans have shaped the United States’ whiskey industry  [00:08:27] Nathan Nearest Green - an enslaved African American who taught Jack Daniels an ancient African filtering technique from filtering liquor through a charcoal mellowing system. [00:09:12] Mrs. Fawn Weaver - The founder of Nearest Green Foundation and CEO of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey - Our whiskey of the week [00:09:50] Honoring all of our African American heritage and the brothers that BD served with

In this Memorial Day episode, BD dedicates this time to honor and celebrate the lives of an incredible couple, Master Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) Reinold Lloyd “Nick“ Benzschawel and Mary Alice Benzschawel. BD had the privilege to meet the couple through their son, Spicy Nick the Pirate who sought a life of adventure away from the sea. Get to know them in this episode and  take a moment to honor their legacy as patriots and Special Operations pioneers.  Please, raise a glass in honor of them and all those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice.
 
MENTIONS
https://two-promises.com/ https://summersfuneral.com/  https://summersfuneral.com/tribute/details/204754/Mary-Benzschawel/obituary.html https://summersfuneral.com/tribute/details/211730/Reinold-Benzschawel/obituary.html  
 
SHOW NOTES
 
[00:00:56] Greetings and intro to the Memorial Day episode [00:01:18] Honoring some American patriots that have served honorably, not just in the service, but also their lives - Mary Alice Benzschawel and Nick Benzschawel [00:01:50] Who is Master Chief Benzschawel? [00:04:58] Spicy Nick the Pirate [00:06:13] Honoring the memories and celebrating lives [00:07:22] Honoring and reading the obituary of Mary Alice Benzschawel [00:11:32] Honoring and reading the obituary of Reginald Lloyd "Nick" Benzschawel Sr. [00:15:23] Seek Wisdom; a charge from Master Chief  Benzschawel with some of the wisdom that he had gained over the years leading our nation's finest [00:17:08] Taking a moment of silence and raising a glass to honor this amazing couple and their legacy

In celebration of Women’s History Month, this episode talks about the women in the history of Greece and how they helped shape the Greco-Persian war. BD talks about the epic saga of the 300 Spartan Warriors fighting the Persian invaders at Thermopylae, and explores the state of the sea campaign at Salamis.  He heroes two women and shares a story of the swirling sea.
 
Tune in now and listen to this exciting saga and be reminded of the power that resides inside of each of us.



MENTIONS
https://two-promises.com/ Battle of Thermopylae Battle of Salamis Queen Gorgo King Leonidas Hydna of Scione Scyllis of Scione https://greekreporter.com/2021/03/08/ancient-greek-women-changing-history-greece/  
 
SHOW NOTES
 
[00:00:55] Greetings and episode intro [00:02:03] Talking about King Leonidas and the situation during that time [00:03:49] The epic tale of the 300 Spartan warriors [00:05:08] The stories of powerful women that shaped history - Queen Gorgo [00:08:31] What would be the history of the earth without the legends of the ocean and exploring those depths [00:11:17] Two champions from the depths - Hydna of Scione and her father, Scyllis of Scione [00:12:37] How the father-daughter duo pull off the victory against the Persian fleet [00:16:01] In celebration of the Women’s History Month



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Woman's History Month
Molon Labe
Daddy daughter duos
Philosophy
Naval History
Divers

In this episode, BD takes us in a more relaxed conversation sprinkled with humor and showing how humor can greatly help people cope and ease out from stress brought by a challenging situation. He also shares a great book that depicts the therapeutic power of humor. 
 
Tune in now and take this time to just sit back and relax while learning bits of helpful tips.
 
MENTIONS
https://two-promises.com/ Gates of Fire, book by Steven Pressfield https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/inguinal-hernia/symptoms-causes/syc-20351547  
SHOW NOTES
 
[00:00:55] Greetings and episode intro [00:01:27] As the elections are over, we can now breathe again [00:01:54] BD got to see his doctor and to check his recent condition - Hernia explained [00:08:16] Hernia prevention tips [00:09:13] BD’s checkup situation and getting permission to level up in the health care process [00:13:17]  Being able to manage the pain because there is a plan in progress that has been communicated appropriately [00:16:04] “Just holding in my guts.” [00:17:15] Reframing emotional attachments to experiences and that helps yourself close off from it [00:18:33] Humor opens up the lungs in ways that aren't done in any other ways - Book reference: Gates of Fire, book by Steven Pressfield [00:22:30] The humor and the therapeutic power   

In this episode, we have a special guest from last month back, Julie of Renew You Mobile Massage.
Julie is back to share a little bit about her experience as a massage therapist from a different angle. She will share good tips and knowledge that will help to prepare yourself when you’re considering massage therapy as part of your self-care routine.
You will surely enjoy this episode so go ahead and click play now!
MENTIONS
https://two-promises.com/ Swedish Massage  
SHOW NOTES
[00:00:56] Greetings and introduction of Julie of Renew You Mobile Massage [00:02:48] What you can do when you’re considering massage therapy as part of your self-care routine [00:06:21] The massage therapist and the client are working together to come up with a treatment plan that's very customized to the client [00:08:53] Giving all the necessary information to make an informed consent - Knowing the right amount of pressure needed [00:12:42] Massage therapy is manually manipulating the muscles to release the tension and to lengthen them [00:13:45] How to prepare yourself and get on the massage table [00:15:55] The general Swedish Massage - Effleurage, Muscle stripping, Muscle Kneading, Fascial Techniques - Pin and Stretch Technique [00:24:35] How often should you get a massage [00:26:11] Doing a 30-day yoga challenge [00:26:42] Julie’s professional goals - Teaching couples massage therapy

In this episode, we have a woman who empowers others to gain more confidence and make the best decisions for their lives. BD is joined by Dr. Dee Ann who has 34 years of experience in the field of education. She taught school for several years, and then became an assistant principal of a middle school, then K3 principal of a school, and then in the last decade, she was a district office administrator, the Director of Curriculum in Instruction Assessments.
 
Together with BD, Dr. Dee Ann talks about her passions and how she was able to reach the achievements she now has. She also shares powerful insights about legacy and gives out effective tips on how to break through the glass ceiling of negative thoughts and self-doubt.
 
Make sure you listen in now and get all of the nuggets of wisdom in this episode!



MENTIONS
https://two-promises.com/ Carol Dweck  
 
SHOW NOTES
 
[00:00:56] Greetings and introduction of Dr. Dee Ann [00:03:34] Dr. Dee Ann’s passion for education and mentorship - Having been blessed by people who believed in her [00:04:41] Not taking others’ rudeness personally [00:05:50] From the leadership perspective, providing the tools and psychologically fortifying the mindset [00:07:57] Continually working on your professional development, and realizing that there’s always room for growth - The growth mindset [00:08:45] Practicing your response to a situation/challenge that you might face [00:10:34] Dr. Dee Ann’s passion for music, rodeo, and agriculture  [00:11:02] Developing grit mindset through farming [00:12:28] Learning to ask when needed - There is more to learn [00:14:06] Discovering new truths and always learning more, but also revisiting lessons  [00:15:43] Raising 2 children with different personalities [00:17:31] “What legacy am I leaving?” - Talking about the spiritual legacy, and in education, and self-care [00:25:23] Supporting the work for women’s empowerment - Building confidence and empowering them to make the best decisions for their life [00:29:53] Speaking greatness  [00:32:07] Having the humility to ask [00:33:19] The challenges from some leaders that try to push people down [00:34:19] Talking about Glass Ceilings and breaking through [00:37:14] A test of tenacity [00:39:22] Having meetings that are unproductive vs. getting the work done [00:40:24] The good blessings from this season [00:41:27] The glass ceiling of negative thoughts and self-doubt and what you can do to breakthrough