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Transitions in life are inevitable. Whether you are experiencing major life changes or the roller coaster of everyday life that comes from being human, The Art Of Tough Transitions Podcast is for you. Author and combat veteran George Kalantzis shares poetry, short stories, and interviews guests to help you overcome the challenges you face. In weekly episodes, George will show you how to find your voice and pick up the pen to write an entirely new story when life presents you with unexpected change.

The Art Of Tough Transitions Podcast George Kalantzis

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 15 Ratings

Transitions in life are inevitable. Whether you are experiencing major life changes or the roller coaster of everyday life that comes from being human, The Art Of Tough Transitions Podcast is for you. Author and combat veteran George Kalantzis shares poetry, short stories, and interviews guests to help you overcome the challenges you face. In weekly episodes, George will show you how to find your voice and pick up the pen to write an entirely new story when life presents you with unexpected change.

    The Final Episode!

    The Final Episode!

    In Nowhere To Go, I talk about how everything must take a last breath! Today is the final breath for this podcast. In this episode, I explain why and what will come next. Thank you for all your support, and I look forward to seeing you on my next podcast.



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    https://www.georgekalantzis.net/

    • 7 min
    Ep 114- Records- An Essay From Nowhere To Go On Happiness

    Ep 114- Records- An Essay From Nowhere To Go On Happiness

    We all chase happiness. We all want deeper connections. We all want to look and feel good. We all want to be successful. These are all part of being human. Unfortunately, many of us will never find the solution we seek. Not because there aren’t enough answers, but because we’re often caught up in the wrong chase and too blind to see that many of the things we crave are right in front of us.

    In today's episode, I share my essay called Records.

    It's all about happiness and how they remind us how uncomplicated our lives, too, can be.

    Grab the hardcover of the book on Amazon 

    • 5 min
    Ep 113- How Grief Invites Depth And Gravity Into Our Lives

    Ep 113- How Grief Invites Depth And Gravity Into Our Lives

    I read a quote the other day that said our wounds and traumas are salt mines from which we gain a precious essence without which the soul cannot live. That's powerful. When you realize all the pain in your life arises out of neglect from what you were afraid of most, the way we show up to this world takes a new shape and meaning.

    In today's flow, I talk about acceptance in life through grief and how it shapes who we are and who we choose to become.

    Grab a copy of my book Nowhere To Go 

    https://www.amazon.com/Nowhere-Go-Navigating-Tough-Transitions/dp/1544522525/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

    • 7 min
    Ep 112- Lies That Limit Our Potential & How To Stop Them

    Ep 112- Lies That Limit Our Potential & How To Stop Them

    We all have stories written by outside forces in our lives. Our harsh inner critics depict how the story goes. Identities wrapped up in the pain of our fathers and mothers. Closed off hearts from broken stories of love. Camouflaged personalities are hidden behind high performance. However we walk through life, rarely do we ever stop to think about why we are doing the things we do.

    In today's podcast, I share with you how to recognize lies that limit your potential, and what you can do to stop them.

    Read The Article Here 

    Grab A Copy Of Nowhere To Go 

    • 10 min
    Ep 111- 3 Inevitable Paradoxes In Life

    Ep 111- 3 Inevitable Paradoxes In Life

    Nothing in life is certain, but these truths are. In today's podcast, I talk about the idea that life is like looking through an hourglass, watching grains of sand fall to your feet. Often we find ourselves in no-win situations. So what we can we do? Listen in as I share three paradoxes in life.

    In this flow, you'll discover

    - 3 inevitable paradoxes in life
    - Why life is like an hourglass and each choice is a grain of sand
    - How to lean into fear and uncertainty with trust

    You can read the article version here on MEDIUM

    Grab a copy of my book Nowhere To GO 

    • 9 min
    Ep 110- Why 3 Years Of Sobriety Hurts The Most

    Ep 110- Why 3 Years Of Sobriety Hurts The Most

    I am now three years sober. Not only am I free from substances, but I am also a father to a six-year-old girl and the happiest I’ve been. I have learned that growth on this planet isn’t always going to feel good. Sobriety is an exploration of my fears, worries, and who I am underneath the surface. It’s where I stand in my truth and do not care what anyone else thinks. It’s one of the hardest things I’ve ever done.



    In today's episode you'll listen to:

    - How I started drinking and why it led to addiction

    - Why my third year has been the most challenging

    - A few poems I wrote about struggling with addiction 



    Grab a copy of my debut book Nowhere To Go 

    • 11 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
15 Ratings

15 Ratings

Luke DePron ,

GREAT Show!!!

Just discovered The Art of Tough Transitions. If you're looking for great interviews mixed with short actionable tips & strategies Georges show is exactly what you're looking for. If you're interested in personal growth and improvements, give it a listen.

TheyCallMeHatter ,

Thought-provoking, Vulnerable, Life-Changing

George opens up his heart to show that through all we endeavor, there is truly nowhere to go. From his poems and thoughts, George asks you to walk with your heart to discover the best parts of you, to sit with your daemons, and rise from the ashes new. His words are eloquent, thought-provoking, vulnerable and will embrace your soul in ways you can't imagine. Highly recommend if you're looking to find freedom from the invisible chains keeping you from discovering the art of tough transitions.

joe graham721 ,

A must listen to podcast

If you are trying to improve yourself this podcast is for you. George has a way of relationship building and helping you face things in a amazing way. He also has a new book out you should get it

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