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Life beyond money! You got rich, now what? Welcome to Richer Soul. Your journey to a more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. Freedom!!! Living Baby Step 7 to the max!

  1. 9H AGO

    Your Childhood Wrote Your Leadership Code (Now Rewrite It) | Nik Kinley

    Your Childhood Wrote Your Leadership Code (Now Rewrite It)   In this episode of Richer Soul, Rocky Lalvani sits down with psychologist and leadership expert Nik Kinley for a conversation that connects the dots between childhood programming, leadership behavior, money mindset, and performance under pressure. Nik shares research showing leaders spend about 72% of their day running on "automatic," which helps explain why even smart, trained executives can repeat the same patterns, especially when uncertainty is high and time is short. You'll hear why Nik believes we've shifted into an era of "structural uncertainty," how the "power trap" affects empathy and truth-telling, and a simple tool you can use immediately: communicating in probabilities (like "I'm 60% sure") to invite candor and surface risk earlier. If you care about leading with clarity, improving decision-making, and understanding the invisible forces shaping your relationship with money and authority, this episode delivers.   Learning insights The "72% Autopilot" reality: Leaders report spending roughly 72% of their day operating automatically relying on instincts more than deliberate thought.  Why learning doesn't translate into behavior: Under workplace speed/pressure, the thoughtful "HBR leader" image breaks down and defaults take over.  Genetics plays a bigger role than people expect: Nik cites research suggesting aspects of self-regulation/emotional expressiveness can be 60–70% genetically inherited (on average).  Your conflict style has a default setting: Many people lean toward one of three conflict stances, smooth it over, pull away/observe, or go in swinging, often shaped before school.  Uncertainty changes brains and behavior: Nik argues uncertainty increases threat sensitivity and cognitive load, making instinctive reactions more likely.  From volatility to "structural uncertainty": Post-COVID, Nik suggests uncertainty is more "baked in," compounding misalignment and creating strategic drift in organizations.  The Power Trap effect: Leadership roles can create distance (less truth reaches you) and boost ego (more overconfidence risk).  A practical tool for candor: Speaking in probabilities (e.g., "I'm 60% sure…") encourages others to voice uncertainty and risks earlier.   Why this conversation matters Most leaders think they're making conscious choices, but Nik Kinley shares research suggesting leaders spend about 72% of their day running on automatic, especially when they're moving fast and don't have time to think.  That "autopilot" is often built from childhood programming, family scripts, and even inherited temperament, which means your biggest leadership patterns can show up most strongly under pressure, exactly when it matters most.  Nik also explains why leadership has become harder in a world of structural uncertainty, and how power itself can quietly reduce empathy and distort feedback, making it easier for leaders to drift into average without realizing it.   Money learning Nik's money story is a clear example of how early experiences can hardwire financial behavior for decades. He describes growing up with "Victorian values" through his grandparents—saving, security, and risk aversion—and then moving into a phase of debt and struggle when he left home and self-funded university. That early mix created a relationship with money that wasn't just practical, but emotional: debt felt like shame, and security became a core driver. Over time, that programming showed up as a strong preference to protect the family's base first—avoiding big financial risks, and only becoming more open to investing once the mortgage was paid off and there was truly "extra" capital to work with. The conversation also highlights that attitudes toward investing are partly cultural: in some places trading is normalized, while in the UK investing can carry an undertone of "gambling," which reinforces caution even when the math might suggest otherwise.   Key takeaways This episode makes the case that leadership isn't mainly about what you know, it's about what you default to, especially under pressure. Nik shares that leaders report spending about 72% of their day on "automatic," which explains why good intentions and training often don't translate into changed behavior at work. He warns that most leaders don't flame out—they slowly drift into average through small, repeated missteps that are hard to notice in the moment. In today's post-COVID environment, where uncertainty may be structural rather than occasional, those automatic patterns become even more dominant, so the job is not just agility, but maintaining strategic grip and resisting drift over time. Add to that the "power trap": authority naturally creates distance (people filter the truth) and boosts ego (overconfidence), making it harder to get clean information and stay empathetic. A practical antidote Nik offers is disarmingly simple: communicate in probabilities, be clear without pretending certainty, because calibrated uncertainty can invite others to speak up, share risks, and tell you what they're really seeing.   Guest Bio Nik is a London-based psychologist, psychotherapist, leadership consultant and coach with over 35 years' experience, specialising in assessment and behaviour change. His career spans commercial roles, senior HR positions at BP and Barclays, consulting with YSC and Accenture, and a decade working as a forensic psychotherapist in prisons. He thus has the unique experience of having worked with royalty, criminals, CEOs, politicians and children. He has assessed over 1,500 senior leaders worldwide, coached CEOs and leadership teams across sectors, and led global culture-change programmes in some of the worlds largest companies. An author and media commentator, interviewed by the likes of the BBC and The Economist, he has for the last 12 years led a research programme that has resulted in nine books, the latest of which is The Power Trap (2025).   Links Website: https://nikkinley.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nikkinley Substack: https://nikkinley.substack.com   If this episode helped you spot your own "automatic" leadership patterns, please: Follow/Subscribe to Richer Soul so you don't miss the next conversation Leave a rating + review (it helps more people find the show) Share this episode with one person, a founder, leader, or teammate, who's navigating pressure and uncertainty right now   #ExecutiveLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #LeadershipPsychology #DecisionMaking #StrategicLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #OrganizationalPsychology #ChangeManagement #RiskManagement #CommunicationSkills   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richersoul Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well-being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening! Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

    56 min

  2. FEB 24

    Healing From the Inside: How to Age Well With Purpose and Peace with Dr. Susanne Eden

    Healing From the Inside: How to Age Well With Purpose and Peace   "I went from this… healing from the outside… And it wasn't till I said enough of this… I decided it wasn't up to the doctors… it was up to me."  Susanne Eden   In Episode 481 of Richer Soul, Rocky Lalvani sits down with Susanne Eden, author of Healing from the Inside, Living Fully as You Age, for a candid, wide-ranging conversation on what it means to live fully in the last stage of life, not just survive it. Susanne shares that she's turned 87 and describes how lifelong learning, reflection, and purpose have shaped her approach to aging.   They explore what Susanne calls moving from "healing from the outside" (doctor-led, medication-first living) to "taking ownership", a shift that includes food, exercise, breath work, and changing the mind. Susanne also introduces the idea of a transformational journal, where the goal is "writing for understanding, not for communication," as a way to surface buried beliefs and experiences and reduce their grip on your life. Source   The episode also touches on money values shaped in childhood, the loss of "realness" when spending is just tapping a card, the difference between religion and what Susanne calls "secular/organic spirituality," and why purpose, especially after retirement, can't be outsourced.   7 Soul-Level Insights from Susanne Eden Early money lessons were learned through scarcity + work, starting at age 11. Susanne shares she got her first job at 11 (in a grocery store) and learned exactly what money could buy because she had to earn it and count it.  Tap/swipe spending weakens our emotional connection to money. Susanne describes how paying with plastic doesn't feel "real" the way cash did when you could physically see the pile go down.  Longevity isn't only lifespan, it's staying functional, engaged, and mentally clear. Susanne says she has physical issues affecting mobility, but feels her mind is "as sharp and as clear as it's ever been."  Lifelong learning is a practical strategy for staying vibrant. Susanne describes her "thirst to learn" as one of the best forces throughout her life, including career choices she made based on learning, not money.  "Taking ownership" is the turning point, health isn't only the doctor's job. Susanne describes getting fed up with medication-driven cycles and choosing personal responsibility.  Transformational journaling is about self-inquiry, not performance. Susanne frames journaling as a tool for understanding what you're carrying, uncovering beliefs, and putting words to long-buried experiences. Purpose is a two-sided coin: becoming your best self + leaving the world better. Susanne explains purpose as both inner development and outward contribution, often through small actions that lift others.    Why This Conversation Matters A lot of people think the "later years" are mainly about managing decline. Susanne challenges that framing and asks a sharper question: if modern longevity gives many of us decades after retirement, what does it look like to live that time with intention, through learning, reflection, self-inquiry, and purpose? She also gives language to a turning point many people feel but can't name: moving from "healing from the outside" to "taking ownership," including practical pillars (food, exercise, breath work, and changing the mind) and deeper internal work through transformational journaling.    Money Learning Susanne's money story starts with frugality, scarcity, and work and she describes how seeing cash physically build (and disappear) made money real. She also shares that money isn't her "driving force," pointing back to values shaped by family and lived experience.    Key Takeaway Your last stage of life doesn't have to be "autopilot." Susanne's message is that meaning, clarity, and purpose can be cultivated through ownership, reflection, and ongoing learning, no matter your age.    Guest Bio: Susanne Eden Dr. Susanne T. Eden spent her career providing leadership to educators across Canada as a teacher, author, consultant and staff developer. Among her achievements, she is a past President of the Canadian Association for Young Children and past Chair of the Board of Governors, Seneca College, Toronto Ontario. Now 87, she shares her personal story of healing and personal transformation in her book, Healing From the Inside: Living Fully as You Age  (Sept 13, 2025), inspiring others to approach the gift of aging with optimism and purpose.   Links Website: www.susanneeden.com  Book: Healing From the Inside: Living Fully as You Age: https://l.gourl.es/l/46600688dcc2280963ffbcba7d5893a8418a47b1?u=5002439  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanne.eden.3348  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanne-eden-2b02b5149/?originalSubdomain=ca   If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start, start here: Take 10 minutes of stillness (breath work or reflection) and notice what your mind keeps looping on.  Try Susanne's journaling frame: write for understanding, not for communication, no "good writing," no performance.  Ask Susanne's retirement question: if you have decades ahead, what do you want that chapter to stand for?    #RicherSoul #LifeBeyondMoney #Longevity #AgingWithPurpose #TransformationalJournaling #HolisticHealth #LifelongLearning #Spirituality   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richersoul Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well-being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening! Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

    1 hr

  3. FEB 17

    Entrepreneur Wellness: Supplements, Stress, and Emotional Vitality with Jared St. Clair

    Entrepreneur Wellness: Supplements, Stress, and Emotional Vitality   "Modern medicine lies to us about that. It does say that we are symptoms to be managed, not people to be healed."    In Episode 480 of Richer Soul, Rocky Lalvani sits down with Jared St. Clair, owner of Vitality Nutrition and host of Vitality Radio, for a grounded conversation about what it really takes to rebuild health and "the promise of vitality." Jared shares how he grew up in a family health food store (working there from age 7, managing it at 15, and buying it at 22), why trust in modern medicine has eroded, and why he believes the body must be treated as a connected system, not isolated parts. The episode also dives into Jared's "Vital 5" supplement framework, the risks he associates with long-term use of PPIs like Nexium/Prilosec, and the deeper mindset work he calls "emotional vitality," including the story of his wife Jen's long journey from decades of psych meds to being off them for about six years.    7 Soul-Level Insights from Jared St. Clair: Jared learned "money up close" through entrepreneurship. He describes the up-and-down nature of entrepreneurial income, "leaner years" and "better years", and how that shaped his mindset growing up.  He took on real responsibility early and built mastery through repetition. Jared started working at 7, was helping customers by 14, managed the store at 15, hired his first employee at 16, and bought the business at 22.  Before the internet, natural health meant books + tradition, not PubMed. Jared explains that there was no internet and very little clinical study of nutraceuticals, so he learned through foundational books and lived experience.  Trust in medicine has eroded, and healthcare has become political. Jared says trust is "eroded substantially" and describes polarization after COVID, where the same intervention is perceived differently depending on who promotes it.  Treating the body like separate "parts" creates blind spots. Jared critiques fragmented care (specialists not challenging each other) and emphasizes that systems (like heart and lungs) are inseparable.  Jen's Story shows what Jared calls Emotional Vitality (supplements + diet + mindset). Jared shares that Jen had anxiety/depression since 13, was on psych meds most of her life, and after a long, cautious weaning process has been off pharma meds ~6 years and no longer deals with anxiety/depression the same way.  Start simple: "The Vital 5." Jared recommends a baseline for many adults over ~35: omega‑3s, magnesium (he favors bisglycinate for most people), a high-quality multivitamin, probiotics, and digestive enzymes.    Why This Conversation Matters A lot of people are doing "all the right things" and still feel stuck, tired, anxious, inflamed, or dependent on symptom-management strategies that never resolve the root. Jared's message is a reminder that vitality is built on foundations: digestion, nutrition, and mindset, and that the body is a connected system, not a collection of separate departments.  It's also a practical wake-up call: quality matters. If your supplement supply chain is unreliable, you can't trust your results, and Jared explains why he's cautious about where products come from.    Money Learning Jared grew up in an entrepreneurial household and learned firsthand that financial life can be cyclical. He describes feeling like his family could "figure it out," even when money was tight—and later stepped into ownership responsibility young, buying the store at 22 and building a life around serving customers over decades.    Key Takeaway You're not just a set of symptoms to manage. Jared challenges the "managed forever" mindset and shares what he believes creates real change: better inputs, better foundations, and better internal programming.    Guest Bio: Jared St. Clair Jared St. Clair is the owner of Vitality Nutrition and host of the Vitality Radio podcast. He says he started working in his family's health food store at age 7, began managing it at 15, hired his first employee at 16, and bought the store at 22. At the time of recording, he says he's 53, has owned the store for 31 years, and has worked there for 45 years.    Links Website: https://vitalitynutrition.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyVitality/  https://www.facebook.com/vitalityradio/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitalitynutritionbountiful/  https://www.instagram.com/vitalityradio/   Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vitality-radio-podcast-with-jared-st-clair/id1499760048   If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start with your health—start here: Build a base: try Jared's "Vital 5" framework as a starting point, then refine based on your body and needs.  Audit digestion + inputs: if you're relying on symptom suppression (like long-term reflux meds), revisit foundations and get support before changing anything.  Track your self-talk for 7 days: Jared's advice—notice how you describe yourself, because your brain treats it as truth.    #RicherSoul #LifeBeyondMoney #Vitality #Nutrition #Supplements #GutHealth #EmotionalVitality #Mindset   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richersoul Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well-being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening! Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

    1h 11m

  4. FEB 10

    From Tony Robbins to $800K Lost: The Entrepreneur's Red-Flag Wake-Up Call with Dan Brault

    From Tony Robbins to $800K Lost: The Entrepreneur's Red-Flag Wake-Up Call   Money wasn't talked about… but Dan learned it anyway (through a rare high-school program)  The hidden cost of ignoring red flags: Dan's $800,000 lesson in business + real estate  Why "vision is the compass" — and how to design a business around strengths (not burnout)    Dan Brault joins Rocky Lalvani on Richer Soul for a real conversation about entrepreneurship, sales, discipline, and building a business that actually supports the life you want. Dan grew up around coaching—his dad owned a Tony Robbins franchise—and he started coaching himself as early as 12 or 13 in fitness and nutrition. But when it came to money, his family didn't talk about it much—until a high school business program gave him rare financial literacy early on.  This episode also goes deep into action vs. distraction, what "good sales" feels like (hint: it shouldn't feel salesy), and the hard-earned lessons Dan learned after losing over $800,000 across two projects—along with why entrepreneurs often overlook red flags when they're excited about the upside.    7 Soul-Level Insights from Dan Brault: Financial literacy can be taught—and gamifying it helps it stick. Dan describes learning business and money fundamentals through high school classes using computer simulations—covering things like credit, checkbooks, and how money works in real life.  Most people don't take action because distraction is easier (and engineered). Dan points out that social media and "instant dopamine" options are designed to hijack attention—meaning intentional choices are required to stay on track. Sales done right doesn't feel like sales. He shares how learning the Sandler sales methodology shaped his approach: real selling is a conversation, deep understanding, and mutual fit—not pressure or manipulation. Sales, leadership, and coaching are "cousins." The common skill under all three is communication—listening, understanding needs, and guiding people toward alignment (customers, employees, partners).  Entrepreneurs often miss red flags because optimism is part of the wiring. Dan describes how future-focused excitement ("this could be amazing") can cause people to minimize risks and assume they'll "figure it out," even when warning signs are present.  A business bottleneck often signals a strengths mismatch. When someone is forced to operate in an area of friction (weakness), procrastination and underperformance show up—creating recurring bottlenecks. Align roles with strengths and performance improves.  Track energy, not just time: the "time study" audit. Dan recommends a detailed time study for a week, noting interruptions and whether each activity gives positive/neutral/negative energy—then deciding what to do more of, delegate, redesign, or cut.    Why This Conversation Matters: A lot of entrepreneurs are "all gas and no brakes." That can create momentum—but it can also lead to ignoring risk, abdicating oversight, and building a company that consumes your life. Dan's story (including the $800k loss) is a powerful reminder: growth often comes through struggle—and systems, alignment, and vision are what help you survive the hard seasons without losing yourself.    Money Learning: Dan grew up in a household where money wasn't really discussed, but he gained a strong foundation in money management through high school business education. Later, he experienced the high-stakes reality of entrepreneurship when two projects went sideways and he lost over $800,000, forcing him to liquidate assets and make major sacrifices to recover.   Key Takeaway: Your business won't outgrow who you are as a person—so if you want more freedom, clarity, and profit, you need a compelling vision, energy-aware systems, and work designed around strengths. As Dan puts it: "Vision is the compass."    Guest Bio: Dan Brault Dan Brault grew up in the coaching world—his dad owned a Tony Robbins franchise and later did executive coaching; his uncle served as the global chairman of EO (Entrepreneurs' Organization). Dan began coaching at 12–13 in fitness and nutrition, later learned the Sandler sales method during a financial services internship, and went on to coach business owners through his company LeaderOS, helping them build businesses that create more freedom, clarity, and profit.    Links: Website: LeaderOS.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daniel.brault Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsdanbrault/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grateful-passionate-driven/   If you're feeling stretched thin, stuck in constant firefighting, or you're not sure where your time is actually going—start here: Listen to Ep 479 and pay attention to the "energy time study" idea and the "vision is the compass" framework.  This week, do a simple 5-day time + energy audit: track what you do, what interrupts you, and what drains you vs. fuels you—then cut or delegate one energy-drainer.  And if you want help turning that clarity into a business that gives you more freedom, use the links above to connect with Dan and learn more about his work through LeaderOS.    #RicherSoul #LifeBeyondMoney #EntrepreneurMindset #BusinessCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment #SalesTraining #SandlerSales #StrengthsBasedLeadership #TimeManagement #EnergyManagement #VisionAndGoals #PersonalDevelopment #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessSystems #DecisionMaking #RealEstateInvesting #LessonsLearned #BusinessGrowth #TakeAction #FocusAndDiscipline    Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richersoul Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well-being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening! Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

    1h 5m

  5. FEB 3

    Mitochondria, Metabolism & Modern Medicine with Dr. William Haas

    Mitochondria, Metabolism & Modern Medicine   When "Everything Looks Normal"… But You Don't Feel Normal The Cellular Health Conversation Most People Never Get Why Your Energy, Hormones, and Metabolism Start at the Mitochondria   You can be "doing everything right"… and still feel wiped out by 2 p.m.  You can have "normal" labs… and still feel like something is off.    In this episode of Richer Soul, Rocky sits down with Dr. William Haas to explore what modern medicine often misses: cellular dysfunction, mitochondrial health, gut integrity, hormones, toxins, and recovery tools like hyperbaric oxygen—especially for high performers who hit the wall despite clean living.  "Medical school is teaching how to manage disease. And that was a rude awakening."    5 Soul-Level Insights from Dr. William Haas: (This isn't about chasing more hacks. It's about understanding what your body is telling you.)  Mitochondria aren't just "energy." Dr. Haas explains mitochondria produce ATP (your energy currency) and influence inflammation and immune pathways—so mitochondrial dysfunction can ripple into far more than fatigue.  Some "normal" meds can quietly derail cellular performance. He specifically calls out antibiotics like Cipro and Levoquin as "terrible" for mitochondrial health, notes OTC anti-inflammatories can "uncouple" mitochondria, and discusses metformin potentially impacting mitochondria and contributing to B12 deficiency.  Food sensitivities may be a symptom, not the root cause. When people "light up like a Christmas tree" on food sensitivity testing, Dr. Haas says it often points to gut barrier issues ("leaky gut")—and that fixing the gut can make sensitivities go away.  Hormones don't fail in isolation—stress and sleep shape the outcome. He emphasizes starting with fundamentals like sleep, alcohol reduction, and stress management, and explains "cortisol steal" where high stress drives cortisol production at the expense of testosterone.  Metabolism isn't magic: build lean muscle. When asked how to increase metabolic rate, Dr. Haas gives the simplest (and most effective) answer: build lean muscle mass.    Why This Conversation Matters: Dr. Haas shares that in his 40s—while scaling his medical practice, starting another business helping other doctors, and growing his family—fatigue hit hard, even while he was "doing the right things." It became a wake-up moment that something at a cellular level was off.  That experience pushed him deeper into what he describes as cellular medicine: mitochondria, redox/repair pathways, hormones, toxins, and tools like hyperbaric oxygen.  And it highlights a hard truth for high performers: If your health collapses, your freedom collapses with it.    Money Learning: Dr. Haas also touches a reality most people don't think about: Becoming a doctor can delay earning for a long time. He says he was about 38 when he made his first "real" doctor paycheck—and contrasts that with his brother who started earning right after college.  Rocky adds an important point: sometimes the best decisions happen outside the traditional insurance-driven system—when you can get proactive testing and establish baselines, rather than waiting until the system says you're "sick enough" to qualify.    Key Takeaway: If you want more energy, better recovery, and a longer health span, you can't only focus on symptoms—you have to protect the foundations: mitochondria, gut function, hormones, and lean muscle mass.    Guest Bio: Dr. William Haas: Dr. William Haas is trained in family practice and describes his path into integrative medicine, which he frames as focusing on prevention, food as medicine, the mind-body connection, and pulling tools from different healing modalities. He also mentions training/mentorship with Andrew Weil.  In this episode, he discusses deeper evaluation beyond basic labs, including gut function/microbiome, micronutrients, hormones, inflammation, and toxins such as mycotoxins/mold, microplastics, and heavy metals.    Links: Website: https://vyvewellness.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VYVEWellness/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vyvewellness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VYVEWellness Blog: https://vyvewellness.com/blog/   Ready to Go Deeper? Stop accepting "everything looks normal" as the end of the conversation. If you want to identify your own detox, redox, and repair blind spots, start with the free assessment at vyvewellness.com.   #RicherSoul #DrWilliamHaas #Mitochondria #MitochondrialHealth #Metabolism #LeanMuscle #FunctionalMedicine #IntegrativeMedicine #GutHealth #LeakyGut #HormoneHealth #Testosterone #HyperbaricOxygen #HBOT #Longevity #HealthOptimization    Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richersoul Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well-being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening! Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

    58 min

  6. JAN 27

    From Trauma to Triumph: How Spiritual Awakening Transformed Smoke Wallin's Business and Life

    From Trauma to Triumph: How Spiritual Awakening Transformed Business and Life   The Rags-to-Riches Round Trip Nobody Talks About When Success Keeps Vanishing You've built the business. Raised the capital. Made the millions. So why does it keep slipping away? And more importantlywhy does nothing feel like "enough"? Here's a truth most entrepreneurs never want to face: It's not your strategy. It's not your market. It's what's buried inside you.   In this raw and transformative episode of Richer Soul, we sit down with Smoke Wallin, entrepreneur, M&A advisor, and spiritual guide who made—and lost—$50-100 million multiple times. But this isn't a story about making money. It's about discovering why all the wealth in the world couldn't turn off the "loud fan" of anxiety constantly running in the back of his head. Until one day in Nepal, at Buddha's birthplace, everything changed.   5 Soul-Level Insights from Smoke Wallin: (This isn't about making more money. It's about freeing yourself from what's driving you.) Unhealed trauma doesn't just hurt—it sabotages. Smoke kept attracting business partners who would betray him. Why? Because betrayal was his unhealed childhood wound. His subconscious kept recreating the pattern until he faced it head-on. You can achieve massive success while suffering invisibly. Smoke became CFO of a billion-dollar company at 29, raised $110 million—all while living in constant anxiety he didn't even recognize. High achievers are masters at compartmentalizing pain. Forgiveness is freedom—for you, not them. Smoke's healing breakthrough came when he made a deal with his higher self: "If I can remember what happened, I'll forgive." That commitment unlocked everything. "Forgiveness is for the forgiver, not the forgiven." Spiritual awakening is 1% breakthrough, 99% daily integration. Plant medicine opened the door. But Smoke read 400+ books, practiced daily meditation, eliminated negative inputs, and consciously reprogrammed his subconscious. That's where real transformation lives. Money is neutral—your attachment is the prison. Once you're non-attached, you can fully experience wealth without being controlled by it. Smoke now channels resources to Dignity Moves (helping homeless families) and SACRED (supporting child abuse survivors)—because significance matters more than accumulation.   Why This Conversation Matters: Most entrepreneurs chase the next milestone thinking that will finally deliver peace. The next exit. The next $10 million. The next validation. But Smoke's journey reveals a deeper truth: External success means nothing if you're fundamentally unfree internally. This episode is an invitation to stop running—and start healing.   Money Learning: What if your wealth-building is driven by wounds, not wisdom? Smoke's pattern of building and losing fortunes wasn't about bad luck or bad partners. It was about unresolved childhood trauma manifesting in business relationships. For many driven entrepreneurs, the relentless pursuit of "more" is actually an attempt to fill a void, prove worth, or escape pain they've never faced. This episode invites you to ask: How much is enough? And what am I really running from? By healing the wounds beneath your drive, you don't lose your ambition—you gain clarity, peace, and the ability to build wealth that actually serves your life instead of consuming it.   Key Takeaway: Smoke Wallin made—and lost—$50-100 million multiple times because unhealed childhood trauma kept sabotaging his business relationships. Despite becoming CFO of a billion-dollar company at 29, he lived in constant anxiety until a spiritual awakening in Nepal and plant medicine ceremonies unlocked decades of buried memories. His breakthrough insight: "Forgiveness is for the forgiver, not the forgiven"—once he forgave, the anxiety vanished and he quit drinking without trying. Now living in "peace and joy at all times," Smoke helps entrepreneurs answer the question most can't: "How much is enough?"—proving that real wealth isn't in your bank account, it's in your soul.   Guest Bio: Smoke Wallin is an entrepreneur, M&A advisor, and spiritual guide based in Sedona, Arizona. He became CFO of a billion-dollar business at age 29, raised $110 million in the bond market, and has built and exited multiple companies across various industries. After a profound spiritual awakening triggered by a Kundalini experience at Buddha's birthplace in Nepal, Smoke has dedicated himself to helping entrepreneurs navigate both the business and existential dimensions of major exits. He co-founded Dignity Moves, a homeless initiative building villages across California, and serves on the board of SACRED, supporting families affected by child sexual abuse. A 23-year member of YPO (Young Presidents' Organization), Smoke is working on a forthcoming book offering an entrepreneur's guide to spiritual awakening.   Links: Podcast Home & All Platforms https://thesmoketrail.transistor.fm YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@SmokeWallinOfficial Substack  Full episodes + Pre-Show Q&As + Community & Poetry & Essays https://smokewallin.substack.com/ LinkedIn – Primary promotion & newsletter- https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7055158311603601408 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/smokewallin Instagram https://www.instagram.com/smoketrailpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smokewallin X (Twitter) https://x.com/TheSmokeTrail1 X: https://x.com/SmokeWallin TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@smokewallin Facebook Podcast Home https://www.facebook.com/DrinkTechnology   Stop chasing the next milestone, hoping it will finally deliver peace. Listen to Episode 477 to discover why your unhealed wounds might be sabotaging your success—and how to break the pattern before you make another rags-to-riches round trip. Ask yourself: How much is enough? If you can't answer, this episode is for you.   #RicherSoul #SmokeWallin #EntrepreneurialJourney #TraumaHealing #SpiritualAwakening #ConsciousBusiness #HowMuchIsEnough #PlantMedicine #TraumaToTriumph #InnerPeace #NonAttachment #SuccessToSignificance #Forgiveness #EntrepreneurMindset #PurposeOverProfit   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richersoul Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well-being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening!   Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/   Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes   If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul   https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com   Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast   Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

    59 min

  7. JAN 20

    Happy Soul, Hungry Mind: Why Success Still Feels Empty with Ravi Kathuria

    Happy Soul, Hungry Mind: Why Success Still Feels Empty   "I made the money. And where is the happiness? Where is happiness? Can somebody answer that? Society, parents, friends, everybody said, make money, make money. Don't think about anything else. Work like a dog, make money. I made the money. And where is the happiness?" You've hit the number. The bank balance looks good. You've done everything "right." So why does something still feel... empty? In this profound Richer Soul episode, author and executive coach Ravi Kathuria reveals why even a million dollars a month can't buy peace and shares an ancient parable that exposes the invisible prison keeping you from true fulfillment.   Key Insights: Your "rotten fish" owns you, because whether it's a business, career, or bank account, the very thing you chase for happiness often becomes the bubble trapping you from experiencing real peace and freedom. Money with "nuisance value" destroys wealth, as earning income that brings tension, pressure, or robs your peace isn't true prosperity—it's a prison with a good view. Self-worth tied to net worth creates endless suffering, because even billionaires like Elon Musk chase trillion-dollar valuations not for money, but for external validation they'll never fully receive. Spirituality is non-religious and available to everyone, as it's simply "the experience of your own soul"—no gurus, pilgrimages, scriptures, or beliefs required, just the ability to quiet your mind. Your mind is both tool and obstacle, because while it's essential for navigating the material world, it acts as a "bouncer" preventing you from accessing the infinite spiritual energy already within you. Quieting the mind isn't meditation—it IS the gateway, and when your thoughts become still, your soul automatically shines through like the sun emerging from behind clouds, requiring no special techniques or effort.   Money Learning from Ravi: Ravi grew up in a middle-class family in India, where his father worked for the government. They had enough to live comfortably—food, vacations, a modest car—but never splurged on luxury. What stayed with Ravi wasn't the amount of money they had, but his father's philosophy: never earn money that creates "nuisance value." His father never made financial decisions that brought tension, pressure, or potential unhappiness to the family. That principle shaped Ravi's entire relationship with money: he wants to earn money that has positive energy, that uplifts life rather than creates more worries. Today, coaching CEOs and wealthy individuals, he sees the irony: people with all the money in the world still worried about money because they've lost sight of what money is actually for.   Key Discussion Points: Why successful people ask "Where is the happiness that money promised?" The danger of money that creates "nuisance value" in your life The client making $1 million per month who drives 3.5 hours to save $50 Why Elon Musk, worth $400+ billion, is fighting for another $400 billion The Ancient Parable: The poor fish seller who couldn't sleep in the king's palace How she missed her "rotten fish" and rejected luxury for familiar discomfort The king's profound realization: "My kingdom is MY rotten fish" What is YOUR rotten fish? What bubble are you trapped in? Why self-worth should never be tied to net worth The critical difference between being "frugal" and being "cheap" Redefining Spirituality: "Spirituality is the experience of your own soul" Why spirituality is NON-RELIGIOUS and has nothing to do with God Spirituality is in your DNA—it's not a choice, it's your birthright The Mind Paradox: Your mind helps you navigate the material world but acts as a "bouncer" blocking spiritual access How to quiet the mind: It's simpler than you think Meditation is NOT concentration, music, mantras, or focusing on thoughts Meditation is something that HAPPENS to you when your mind becomes still The automatic phenomenon: When clouds dissipate, the sun shines through Why you don't need gurus, pilgrimages, scriptures, or anyone's blessing Who owns who: Do you own your business or does your business own you? The power of learning to "let go of your rotten fish" Starting simple: Put down your phone, lie in bed quietly, walk in nature How to create "nothing time" and mind purge exercises Making peace a daily practice, like brushing your teeth Why financial success without inner peace is still poverty The question that changes everything: "What would you do if you had all the money?"   Key Takeaway: The palace won't make you happy if you're still clutching your basket of fish. True wealth isn't about the size of your bank account—it's about freeing yourself from the mental prison of constant chasing, validation-seeking, and identifying your worth with your net worth. When you learn to quiet your mind and experience your own soul, you discover the ultimate gift: inner peace that no amount of money can buy and no external circumstance can take away.   Bio: Ravi Kathuria is the author of Happy Soul Hungry Mind, a groundbreaking book that bridges the gap between material success and spiritual fulfillment. Born and raised in India for the first 25 years of his life, Ravi now lives in Houston, Texas, where he works as an executive coach and mentor to CEOs and highly successful business leaders. His unique approach combines Eastern spiritual wisdom with Western business pragmatism, helping clients break free from the "now what?" trap that follows financial success. Ravi's philosophy is refreshingly simple: spirituality is the experience of your own soul—nothing more, nothing less. It requires no religion, no guru, no special rituals. Through his coaching, speaking, and writing, Ravi helps people understand that the peace, happiness, and fulfillment they've been chasing externally has been within them all along, waiting to be discovered through the simple practice of quieting the mind.   Links: Website: SpiritualityWithin.com SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.facebook.com/SpiritualityWithin/   https://forms.gle/HBqbGrZKfXeMSTyeA     https://x.com/SpiritualityWit     https://www.youtube.com/@SpiritualityWithin       #RicherSoul #InnerW ealth #MoneyMindset #Spirituality #Meditation #LifeBeyondMoney #HappySoulHungryMind #ExecutiveCoaching #PersonalFreedom #MindfulLiving #SoulSearching #FinancialFreedom #LifePurpose #Consciousness #InnerPeace   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richersoul Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well-being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening!   Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/   Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes   If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul   https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com   Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast   Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

    1h 2m

  8. JAN 13

    Why the System Feels Rigged And How to Live Free Anyway with Paul Musson

    Why the System Feels Rigged And How to Live Free Anyway   Many successful people carry a quiet, unsettling thought they rarely say out loud: "I've done everything right… so why does this still feel so hard?"   In this Richer Soul conversation, Rocky sits down with veteran investor and author Paul Musson to explore why so many people feel financially and emotionally squeezed — even when they're disciplined, intelligent, and responsible.   Key Takeaways from the Conversation: Money isn't wealth. Real wealth comes from creating value, not inflated prices or easy debt. Rising assets don't equal progress. Asset inflation often creates stress and division, not security. You don't need certainty to live well. Clarity and values matter more than predicting outcomes. Success without alignment feels empty. When money leads, peace falls behind. A rich life starts within. Inner clarity and integrity matter more than external systems.   Money Learning from Paul Musson: Money doesn't create wealth — capital does. When wealth comes from rising asset prices or easy debt instead of real contribution and productivity, people feel richer on paper but poorer in peace. Paul reminds us that true financial wellbeing comes from creating value, saving and investing thoughtfully, and resisting the pressure to chase inflated outcomes. When you focus on capital creation over consumption, money becomes a tool for stability and freedom — not a source of stress or fear.   Key Takeaway: You don't need to beat the system to live a rich life. You need to understand it — release what was never yours to control — and choose who you want to be inside it. True wealth begins with clarity, integrity, and peace.   Bio: Paul Musson is an investment veteran with over 30 years of experience, including leading the $10 billion Mackenzie Ivy Funds. Now, through his blog and podcast, Paulitical Economy, he cuts through the jargon to explain the forces shaping our money and future. He gives people a voice by helping them understand the monetary system, what policymakers are doing, and what we need to demand from them to create real change.   Links: Website: https://paddingtoncapitalmgmt.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paddingtoncap  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulbmusson/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paddin   This episode isn't about blaming the system. It's about seeing it clearly, so you can stop internalizing stress that was never yours to carry.   #RicherSoul #MoneyMindset #InnerWealth #WealthWithPurpose #FinancialClarity #CapitalCreation #EthicalWealth #TrueWealth #IntentionalLiving #GenerationalWealth   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richersoul Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well-being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening!   Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/   Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes   If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul   https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com   Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast   Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

    1h 10m
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Life beyond money! You got rich, now what? Welcome to Richer Soul. Your journey to a more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. Freedom!!! Living Baby Step 7 to the max!

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  • Creator
    Rocky Lalvani
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    494
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Richer Soul

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