Mindfulness Mode

Bruce Langford
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Mindfulness Mode

Increase your calm, focus and happiness through mindfulness & meditation. Learn from business experts and entrepreneurs like Jack Canfield, Dan Miller, Marie Diamond, and Dr. John Dimartini so you can be more relaxed, earn more money and be happy & contented. Interviews, tips and strategies to live in the moment and & be more centered. For entrepreneurs, executives, business owners, CEOs, teachers & parents. Hosted by Bruce Langford.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Voluntary Hardship; Matt Reynolds

    Matt Reynolds, founder of Barbell Logic, believes voluntary hardship is a key to success for those seeking lasting fitness solutions. Matt helps strength coaches and personal trainers transition from traditional gym-based models to online coaching. With over 25 years in strength sports and coaching, Matt launched STRONG Gym in 2008, one of the top strength gyms in the U.S., before selling it in 2015 to create Barbell Logic. His online coaching platform offers affordable, flexible training with expert coaches worldwide. Barbell Logic now serves thousands of clients, including high-profile individuals and organizations like the U.S. Air Force. Matt also hosts the popular Barbell Logic podcast, sharing his expertise in fitness and online coaching. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.BarbellLogic.com Podcast: Barbell Logic  Book: Undoing Urgency: Reclaim Your Time for the Things that Matter Most by Ryan Matt Reynolds Most Influential Person My little brother Effect on Emotions I think emotions and feelings lie. I don't think they're not valid, I think that's part of our humanity. I try to approach everything with logic and reason. There are times when I am overjoyed and times when I am really sad. I recognize those emotions, but I think that the mindfulness piece is: Are my emotions telling me the truth right now? Or is this just a feeling that I can approach with logic and reason? I'm not Spock, I'm not a Vulcan. I'm still allowed to have humanity and remain focused on the task at hand. Thoughts on Breathing It's interesting that when you lift, you don't breathe—you hold your breath. This creates inter-abdominal tightness, which sometimes scares people, but it's what keeps you tight from losing rigidity. When I breathe, I'm trying to get myself into a parasympathetic tone or a relaxed state. I use breathing, mindfulness, and focus to get myself out of those times of heightened emotion and a heightened nervous system and bring myself back down to earth so that I can focus on the things that really matter.   Suggested Resources Book: Atomic Habits by James Clear Book: The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber Book: Undoing Urgency: Reclaim Your Time for the Things that Matter Most by Ryan Matt Reynolds App: My Notepad on my Apple Iphone Related Episodes Fit Healthy Grounded Women; Penelope Lane Revamp Your Self With Open Sky Fitness; Rob Dionne Film, Fitness and Food Heals; Allison Melody

    30 min

  2. NOV 21

    Finding Your Purpose; Dean Graves

    Dean Graves returns with the topic of finding your purpose. For over twenty years he has been sharing his meditation and mindfulness knowledge with the world. He is an author and podcaster, a mental health counselor, and a spiritual guide. Dean is passionate about philosophy, psychology, and exploring the human condition to help others find inner peace. He has written books, conducted workshops, and created seminars that have helped people worldwide. Dean's writings are centered around self-empowerment and awareness, with the aim of enabling individuals to realize their true potential and attain a higher level of consciousness. He strongly believes that we are at the cusp of a new era of enlightenment, and he is committed to assisting others in recognizing and harnessing their abilities. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: ddeangraves.org Book: The Identity Model; Understanding and healing mankind's stress and suffering by Dean Graves Podcast: Chatting with the Arcturians Podcast: Simple Enlightenment Most Influential Person The Buddha The Value of Sharing We began in primordial darkness, and part of that process is unconsciousness. The place of sharing is actually down the road. If you look at the 12-step programs used in AA or NA, they have a very specific process for self-healing. The 12 steps can be divided into three groups. The first six steps are becoming aware and overcoming this condition of unconsciousness. The last two groupings in the last six steps are when the sharing and teaching occur. You're becoming a teacher to others based on what you have accomplished in the first six steps. Most Effective Way To Explore Yourself Meditation is the most effective way to explore yourself. In some of the books I've written, I share some processes to expedite the healing process. Remember the old days when you would go to the library and look up the index card? The index card would have a brief summary of the book. You would have to go to the book to get the information that you needed. Our stories are like the index card. In order to get to what you want to learn, you have to go to the emotions. You have to heal the emotional baggage. It is the process of enlightenment. It is the path, not the destination. Doing the work is entirely up to you. Meditation is by far the most productive way to accomplish this.   Suggested Resources Book: The Identity Model; Understanding and healing mankind's stress and suffering by Dean Graves Book: Edifying Children of a Lesser God by Dean Graves Book: The Enigma of Consciousness by Dean Graves (Available to preorder) App: n/a Related Episodes What Is Consciousness; Tom Campbell (Part 1) Living Consciously; Brian Berneman Beyond Fitness to Conscious Evolution With Mariko Hirakawa

    19 min

  3. NOV 14

    Sand and Salt Escapes; Max Schneider

    Max Schneider uses sand and salt escapes to help his clients avoid burnout. After burning out from a decade in consulting, Max sought healing through a transformative surf and yoga retreat in Costa Rica, where he finally found the clarity and calm he'd been seeking. Inspired, he created “sand and salt” retreats to offer others the same renewal. Max's experiences enable him to design personalized, small-group retreats that calm the nervous system and help high-achieving professionals recharge. His team is dedicated to curating escapes that leave clients feeling refreshed, balanced, and ready to thrive in their lives and careers. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.sandandsaltescapes.com Most Influential Person Sam Mallick, a friend who runs a company called Notable Effect on Emotions While growing up I think a lot of us are taught to pull ourselves up by the bootstraps. Through mindfulness, I've learned that those emotions are stored in the body and you can't run from them. Those emotions will come out. It could be in the form of shingles and anxiety attacks which I've had. You can't run from that kind of stuff. It stays in there. It Will metastasize cells into skin cancer. We've seen that happen twice actually with my wife. Stress and those emotions don't run away. Thoughts on Breathing The reason why in meditation we focus on our breath blew my mind when I first started practicing meditation. We focus on our breath because the only place that we can breathe is in the present moment. If we're trying to cultivate presence through meditation, all we have to do is focus on our breath. Close your eyes, feel your chest move in and out. When I first learned that, it was the biggest aha moment for me. Suggested Resources Book: No Mud, No Lotus by Thich Nhat Hanh App: n/a Bullying Story My first job after graduation was in outside sales for a manufacturing company. I was sent to Boston with no cost-of-living adjustment and just two weeks of PTO. During the holidays, I asked my manager if I could work from our home office to spend more time with family. He yelled, questioning why I thought I was special. I pushed back aggressively, feeling cornered. Looking back, I cringe. If I’d practiced mindfulness, I’d have responded with more compassion—for myself and for him—and likely managed the situation better. Related Episodes The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times; Katherine May A Vipasana Retreat May Be Your Greatest Mindfulness Experience The Wind Through the Trees

    30 min

  4. NOV 7

    Reclaim Your Life; Ken Cox

    Ken Cox is determined to help you reclaim your life. His recent book, Reclaim Sobriety; 12 Rounds of Sobriety, is a transformative guide for achieving lasting sobriety. Additionally, he co-authored a chapter in Kevin Harrington’s book, Many Paths to Profit. Ken is the President of a web hosting company called Hostirian and is the host of the Clicks and Bricks podcast. As an entrepreneur, Ken has built a successful career creating safe and happy workplaces, providing critical IT services to companies of all sizes, from small businesses to the Global 500. His commitment to trading value for value and developing products that benefit everyone involved has earned him recognition as a leading figure in the business world. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: https://reclaimsobriety.com/ Website: https://kencox.com/ Most Influential Person My son. Effect on Emotions Mindfulness has made a night-and-day difference in how I deal with my emotions. Understanding that if I can sit with my emotions, understand them, accept them, and process them, although painful today, prevents my triggers from the future. You can get to a really, really happy place when you've taken the time to process those. Thoughts on Breathing Every course that we do starts with breathing. When you find gratitude for having your breath, I think the world changes for every human. I use breathing techniques with my boxing team every day. Suggested Resources Book: Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson App: www.Udemy.com App: www.choosemuse.com Bullying Story I've been on both sides of that bully fence. I had a really challenging time in my youth. My first moment of mindfulness was probably when I was 7 or 8 years old. I didn't have the mindfulness I needed at the moment, and I became a very violent young person. Someone was calling me a name, and I got very angry. This was my first time in court-ordered therapy. I attacked somebody for calling me a name. At that moment I was living a life of looking up to my peers. I look at that moment in my life very frequently about how I reacted and what I did. It was the first time I went to therapy. Related Episodes No Nonsense Addictions Advice; Dr. Cali Estes Mindful Movement In Addiction Treatment; Kendra Kirane The Mindfulness Solution To Addiction With Expert Jeff Jones

    37 min

  5. OCT 31

    Purpose-Driven Dad; Cameron Race

    Cameron Race is a purpose-driven dad, son, and business owner. He is the founder of the Man Up Dad (MUD) movement, a transformation program for businessmen and fathers, especially those with young children. MUD challenges men to confront the truth: they may not be the role models their children need. 2023 was pivotal; after learning his wife was pregnant with their second child, Cameron faced job loss and personal struggles, leading him to overhaul his life. Now, as a committed entrepreneur, he guides dads on their journey toward personal transformation and responsible fatherhood. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: https://www.instagram.com/cameron_race/ Most Influential Person Wes Watson, my first coach Effect on Emotions All we are is this big old ball of emotions. Those emotions are trying to hijack us from doing what's actually important to us. If we're unaware of all these different emotions that we have and what they're trying to do then it's really easy to be distracted. I have mindful practices that I go through every single day that help to ground and center me. They help me get back on track. It's changed my life. Thoughts on Breathing I know there is Wim Hof and a lot of people have specifically practiced breathing. I recognize in myself that when I am praying, I slow my breathing down. As I slow my breathing down, everything slows down. My mind slows down, and any energy I have slows down. Although I don't practice breathing, breathing is part of the practice I have. Suggested Resources App: www.myfitnesspal.com Bullying Story When I was a kid, I was bullied some. I hit my growth spurt late. There were people that just picked on me based on my size. I don't know how mindfulness would have made a difference. Maybe for the bully. At the time it was painful but being a kid is painful, right. That's something I recognize more as I've gotten older. As an adult, I realize that bullying is an inner turmoil. The way that we treat ourselves. It's really easy to give ourselves a hard time. Related Episodes Embrace Money Mindfulness; Spencer Sherman Financial Playbook For Change; Colin Sanburg Double Your Income & Happiness By Focusing On Less; David Wood

    36 min

  6. OCT 24

    Cow Hug Therapy; Ellie Laks

    Ellie Laks is the creator of cow hug therapy as part of her work as the founder of The Gentle Barn Foundation. This foundation is a national organization that rescues and rehabilitates unwanted animals and heals people with the same stories of abuse and neglect. Ellie is a powerful speaker, celebrated animal welfare advocate, humane educator, animal communicator, and the author of Cow Hug Therapy: How the Animals at The Gentle Barn Taught Me about Life, death, and Everything in Between. Ellie founded The Gentle Barn in 1999. She invented her own Gentle Healing method that allows old, sick, injured, and terrified animals to fully recover. Ellie has hosted hundreds of thousands of people who have come to The Gentle Barn seeking hope. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: EllieLaks.com, GentleBarn.org Most Influential Person My husband, the co-founder of the Gentle Barn Effect on Emotions Mindfulness empowers us to breathe, relax, and to say what we need to say in the most mindful way. Mindfulness helps us hear what someone else is saying and allows us to read between the lines. Mindfulness diffuses potentially explosive situations. It helps us get through whatever we need to get through. Thoughts on Breathing Breathing and focusing on the breath is important in my morning meditations. It helps me to get grounded. Breathing is a part of our cow hug therapy sessions. We encourage our guests to breathe and close their eyes and to connect with the cow. Suggested Resources Book: Communication With All Life: Revelations of An Animal Communicator by Joan Ranquet App: Audible and Podcast Apps Bullying Story Kids can be very cruel. There's this idea that there is a norm. Everyone's trying to fit in and be liked. Everyone's trying to get approval. No one's sitting in elementary school saying I am different and I love myself. We're all saying, “Let us fit in.” I think in the big picture, it's really cool that we get lost because when we become adults, we can become found. Related Episodes Come On Safari With Me; Rev Karen Cleveland 494 Live A Well Designed Life With Dr. Kyra Bobinet Embody Your Soul and Be Fully Present; Ken W. Stone

    42 min

  7. OCT 17

    Understanding Pet Behavior; Denise Mange

    Denise Mange is a certified dog trainer, animal communicator, pet numerologist, and founder of Pet Prana®. Her mindful approach to pet training combines traditional training with energetic considerations of pet guardianship. She has been featured in publications and media outlets worldwide, cementing her reputation as a pioneer in the field of mindful pet training. Her new book, Translating Your Pet’s Behavior: A Mindful Approach to Dog Training, is a #1 bestseller in its category on Amazon. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.petprana.com Most Influential Person Abraham Maslow Effect on Emotions Emotions have always been a big proponent for me to sit back and reflect. When I have big emotions I shut down. And when I shut down, I reflect. For me, mindfulness and emotions go hand in hand. Thoughts on Breathing Breathing is everything. It is life affirming for us and it's one way to remind us that we are worthy to be here on this planet. As we regulate and are mindful of our breathing, that helps our animal companions regulate. Suggested Resources Book: A Theory Of Human Motivation by Abraham Maslow App: Simple Habit Bullying Story The biggest bully I've had to face in my life is actually myself. A lot of times, I think what I've developed isn't good enough. Sometimes I think regarding my projects, I'm not doing them well enough, I'm not doing them fast enough. The self-criticism has been the hardest part. Related Episodes 435 Reclaim Your Health and Freedom With a Walking Life;  Antonia Malchik 494 Live A Well Designed Life With Dr. Kyra Bobinet 165 Be Real, Raw, Honest, and Mindful Recommends Dr. Ed Osburn

    34 min

  8. OCT 10

    From Trauma To Empowerment; Daniel Anderson

    Daniel Anderson is a coach who helps clients transition from trauma to empowerment.  As a holistic Trauma Recovery Coach, he helps clients find relief from stress, anxiety, and life dissatisfaction. The creator of ‘Your Purpose Driven Life,' he guides individuals through transformative journeys to break free from feeling trapped in lives that no longer feel authentic. His 12-week ‘Life: Remastered' program helps clients overcome false narratives, reconnect with their core values, and create a clear path to the life they desire. Daniel provides practical tools for rapid relief, helping clients quiet their minds, repair relationships, and uncover their true direction. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: https://coachdanielanderson.com Most Influential Person Dr. Wayne Dyer Effect on Emotions I'm much better now at recognizing my negative emotions. That helps me reframe the thoughts causing them and shift from sadness and depression to acceptance and happiness. Thoughts on Breathing I'm a strong advocate of mindful breathing. It's essential, not just for breathing, but for managing overwhelm. Taking just two minutes to close your eyes, focus on your breath, and return to the present can make a huge difference. Suggested Resources Book: Stay Focused and Move With The Universe: A Guide to Help You on the Road to Enlightenment by Daniel Anderson App: Human Design: Stella Bullying Story Looking back on bullying, I wish I had been more mindful and considered their perspective. I believe bullies act out because they lack power in their own lives, whether from relationships, family, or parents. I believe they try to feel bigger by targeting others. Related Episodes Grasping The Emotion of Trauma; David Richman Publish, Promote and Profit; Tell Your Story Says Rob Kosberg Rising Above Trauma With Dr. Lin Morel

    23 min
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Increase your calm, focus and happiness through mindfulness & meditation. Learn from business experts and entrepreneurs like Jack Canfield, Dan Miller, Marie Diamond, and Dr. John Dimartini so you can be more relaxed, earn more money and be happy & contented. Interviews, tips and strategies to live in the moment and & be more centered. For entrepreneurs, executives, business owners, CEOs, teachers & parents. Hosted by Bruce Langford.

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    Bruce Langford
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    2015 - 2024
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