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As part of the human experience we have trials that seem to take the life right out of us, and sometimes that challenge can be quite literal like near death experiences. Other times we face relationship issues that devastate us in divorce, domestic abuse and more. The death of a loved one often makes the survivor stop living. Life can be tremendously cruel. It can shake you to depths many never come back from.

The solution is surprisingly simple. It falls to adopting a new mindset. “It’s not what happened to you; it’s what you do with what happens.” 

In this inspiring and life changing show, Dr. Allen Lycka takes you on a journey of healing and provides you with tools to take back your life. He discovered The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life, the title of his bestselling book that began his journey to help others. The 13 Golden Pearls of Wisdom he learned, will inspire you to find your own fantastic life.  Find the free book here:  https://13GPnow.ca

He interviews fascinating successful people that have lived through tragedy and near death experiences as he has and have come back stronger than ever and now live to inspire others to do the same. 

Join us and take your life back, and make the world a better place!

The Best of How To Live a Fantastic Life Dr. Allen Lycka

    • Education
    • 4.8 • 19 Ratings

As part of the human experience we have trials that seem to take the life right out of us, and sometimes that challenge can be quite literal like near death experiences. Other times we face relationship issues that devastate us in divorce, domestic abuse and more. The death of a loved one often makes the survivor stop living. Life can be tremendously cruel. It can shake you to depths many never come back from.

The solution is surprisingly simple. It falls to adopting a new mindset. “It’s not what happened to you; it’s what you do with what happens.” 

In this inspiring and life changing show, Dr. Allen Lycka takes you on a journey of healing and provides you with tools to take back your life. He discovered The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life, the title of his bestselling book that began his journey to help others. The 13 Golden Pearls of Wisdom he learned, will inspire you to find your own fantastic life.  Find the free book here:  https://13GPnow.ca

He interviews fascinating successful people that have lived through tragedy and near death experiences as he has and have come back stronger than ever and now live to inspire others to do the same. 

Join us and take your life back, and make the world a better place!

    Setting the Right Expectations

    Setting the Right Expectations

    Originally Published April 10, 2023:  Tune in to hear Daryl Tanner show us how setting realistic expectations can make a big difference in how we see things, get along with others, and feel. He's learned allot by working with young adults and singles, and he sharers some simple tips for dealing with life's ups and downs and finding more happiness.
    Highlights: Learn how to cultivate healthy relationships, surround yourself with supportive friends, and take control of your own happiness. Whether you're struggling with personal issues or seeking to live a more vibrant life, this episode provides valuable insights and inspiration to help you thrive.
    Guest Bio: Daryl Tanner is the author of "Great Expectations Today."  Daryl has worked with young adults and 30-40 COED singles for many years and wrote his book to help in dealing with issues they faced over and over in life. 
    Daryl has worked in sales for over 40 years and transitioned some of his life stories into this book to help everyone live a happier and more fulfilled life. There is also several chapters on anger and anger management which stems from the wrong expectations.
     
    Social media links for Daryl Tanner: Link to the Book: Great Expectations Today!
     
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    This show is built on “The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life.” Get your copy by visiting: https://secretsbook.now.site/home
     
    We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us!
     
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    • 24 min
    Maintaining Your Mind and Body

    Maintaining Your Mind and Body

    Originally Published June 24, 2022: Join Dr. Allen Lycka in an enlightening conversation with Dane Dormio, a martial arts scientist and mind-body mastery mentor. Dane discusses his journey from a spiritual awakening in 2004 to dedicating his life to understanding flow states and peak performance. 
     
    Dane shares insights from his background in Kung Fu Shamus and Qigong, explaining how internal martial arts offer ancient wisdom for achieving flow states. The conversation delves into the innate potential of human beings, the impact of conditioning on individuals, and practical steps for tapping into one's innate potential. Dane emphasizes the importance of a daily mind-body energetic hygiene practice and the role of external systems for managing information and decision-making. Throughout the discussion, they explore concepts of optimal performance, flow states, and of course, living a fantastic life!
     
    Guest Bio: Dane Dormio is a martial scientist and MindBody Mastery Mentor. He has a bachelor’s degree in math and physics, a black belt in Kung Fu San Soo, and a Master’s Certificate in 18 Lohan Palms Qigong. Since his first spiritual awakening in 2004, he has dedicated his life to understanding the secrets of flow states and peak performance.
     
    Social media links for Dane Dormio
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MindBodyMasteryAcademy
    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danedormio/
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYyklFO4wjprjpn-n2uLyjw 
     
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    It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation, please email me at allen@drallenlycka.com or visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka. We would love to have you join us there, and welcome your messages. We check our Messenger often.
     
    This show is built on “The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life.” Get your copy by visiting: https://secretsbook.now.site/home
     
    We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us!
     
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    YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/c/drallenlycka
     
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    • 26 min
    Create a Life of Fulfillment

    Create a Life of Fulfillment

    Originally Published April 1, 2022: Join Dr. Allen Lycka as he interviews Cathy Derksen, founder of Inspired Tenacity, a company dedicated to helping women achieve wealth and success on their own terms. Cathy shares her journey of reinvention after facing major life challenges, transitioning from a toxic corporate environment to empowering women through financial planning and coaching.
     
    Discover how adversity can fuel success and learn practical tips for living a fulfilling life, including finding purpose, embracing change, and connecting with supportive communities. Tune in for insights on navigating midlife transitions, overcoming self-doubt, and reigniting passion in pursuit of a fantastic life.
     
    Guest Bio: Cathy Derksen is dedicated to improving the lives of the women in her community. She transformed her career from being a lab technologist into a financial planner so she could focus her energy on helping others in a more direct manner.  A meeting with Cathy will help you clarify your life goals and find the financial tools to get there, and her approach to financial planning is inspiring and refreshing. She focuses on your relationship with money and how you can shift your perspective and move toward your goals.
     
    Cathy is proud of the successes her children have created in their own lives, and she loves spending time with them and her fur-kids. Cathy enjoys hanging out in nature and connecting with friends.
     
    Social media links for Cathy Derksen: 
    Website: https://www.awomanofworth.com/cathy-derksen-5 
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/womanofworthwow 
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aWomanOfWorthWOW/ 
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wowchristineawram/?originalSubdomain=ca 
     
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    It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation, please email me at allen@drallenlycka.com or visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka. We would love to have you join us there, and welcome your messages. We check our Messenger often.
     
    This show is built on “The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life.” Get your copy by visiting: https://secretsbook.now.site/home
     
    We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us!
     
    Dr. Allen Lycka’s Social Media Links
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    YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/c/drallenlycka
     
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    • 29 min
    Leadership is a Privilege

    Leadership is a Privilege

    Originally Published June 6, 2022: In this episode, Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes in Carrie Lynn Hotson, an experienced Human Resources leader and author of the book "Knowing Who You Lead” to talk about the importance of effective leadership in today's business world; particularly in understanding and engaging with employees to improve retention and organizational success. 
     
    Carrie shares insights from her extensive experience and highlights the need for leaders to adapt to changing workplace dynamics, including remote and hybrid settings. She emphasizes the value of curiosity, vulnerability, and seeking outside coaching to enhance leadership skills and drive organizational growth. 
     
    Guest Bio: Carrie-Lynn Hotson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Law and Psychology, Certified Human Resources Leader accreditation (CHRL) and is a graduate of Interest-Based Mediation training. She has 25 years of experience as a coach, facilitator, and leader, including seven years as a senior human resources manager with extensive experience addressing workplace issues and organizational challenges.

    Hotson’s expertise in interviewing, onboarding, and training informed her interview coaching business, jobinterviewcoach.ca. What Hotson gleaned from meeting candidates, learning about their skills and abilities, and gaining insight into why they are seeking to leave their current employment has been integrated into her book, Knowing Who You Lead. These key lessons will help current and future leaders empower, engage, and retain employees. 
     
    Social media links for Carrie-Lynn Hotson
    Website: https://www.knowingwhoyoulead.com/ 
    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-lynn-hotson-45a56b191/ 
    Website 2: https://www.jobinterviewcoach.ca/ 
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3JZJDistn2xRwlT4Ci-m8A 
     
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    This show is built on “The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life.” Get your copy by visiting: https://secretsbook.now.site/home
     
    We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us!
     
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    • 27 min
    Just Keep Going

    Just Keep Going

    Originally Published April 28, 2022: Join us for a deep dive into the world of impostor syndrome with Carolyn Herfurth, co-founder of the Impostor Syndrome Institute. Carolyn has over 30 years of experience helping individuals and organizations overcome impostor syndrome and today she and Dr. Lycka discuss what it is and what it isn't, its causes, and how individuals can overcome it.
     
    Carolyn explains the seven sources of impostor syndrome and introduces three tools to cope with it: normalizing it, reframing it, and persevering despite feelings of doubt. They emphasize the importance of being gentle with oneself and seeking support from mentors or coaches. Carolyn shares insights from her own experience and directs listeners to the Impostor Syndrome Institute's website for more resources.
     
    Guest Bio: Carolyn Herfurth is co-founder of Impostor Syndrome Institute, the world’s No. 1 source of solutions for individuals and organizations. A nationally recognized business growth strategist, speaker and award-winning entrepreneur with more than 30 years of experience, Carolyn is integral to helping the institute achieve its mission: stamp out impostor syndrome worldwide. 
     
    When she isn’t presenting Rethinking Impostor Syndrome™ to audiences around the globe, Carolyn is busy developing collaborations with others who share ISI’s mission, facilitates speaker-training sessions for Impostor Syndrome Institute, and together with her team, she is currently developing a coaching certification that will offer HR managers, DE&I professionals and business mentors a protocol they can use to help others stop feeling like impostors.
     
    Social media links for Carolyn Herfurth
    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolynherfurth/ 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolynherfurth/ 
    Website: https://impostorsyndrome.com/ 
     
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    We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us!
     
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    • 29 min
    Do the right Things!

    Do the right Things!

    Originally Published on Sept. 28, 2022 Today we delve into the remarkable story of Carlos Acosta Rodriguez, who survived a near-death car accident that drastically changed his life. Carlos shares the harrowing experience of the accident, his journey to recovery, and the profound lessons he learned along the way. Despite facing bankruptcy and physical challenges, Carlos found strength in his faith and inner resilience. He emphasizes the importance of cultivating spirituality and pursuing one's dreams, even in the face of adversity. Carlos also discusses his creative projects, including audiobooks and podcasts, aimed at inspiring others to live fulfilling lives. Join Dr. Allen Lycka and Carlos Acosta Rodriguez as they explore resilience, spirituality, and the pursuit of a fantastic life.
     
    About Carlos Acosta-Rodriguez: Carlos is a former computer systems engineer and has been an Apple Consultant since 1990. He's been the creator of the podcast one day less since 2019. And the FM show and podcast sublime since 2010, which is now approaching its 400th episode. 
    He is creative and passionate about fulfilling personal and professional dreams and goals. Specialist in audio, video, multimedia, radio, Mac computers, and developing new projects.
     
    Social Media:
    Website: https://www.drmac.com.mx 
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carlosacosta661011/ 
    E-mail: carlostrc@icloud.com
     
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    We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us!
     
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    • 23 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
19 Ratings

19 Ratings

Emerald GreenForest ,

Truly FANTASTIC collection of amazing inspiring guests

Just tuned in recently to this show and discovered some really wonderful speakers, motivators and inspirers who are whole heartedly sharing their passion vision & insights for living a fantastic life! Well done Dr. Lycka!! Thanks for putting these gems all in one place!

JanetBarrett ,

Dr. Lycka shares how to live a great life - from many perspectives

Dr. Lycka and his radio show / podcast really embodies his work around “How To Live A Fantastic Life” with diverse interviews that show there are multiple paths to finding that life. I was honored to be a guest on his show, where he made me feel safe and able to share my story with his audience. I highly recommend this show to anyone that wants to learn how to have a fantastic life of their own!

MMHS ,

Everyone Can Manifest A Fantastic Life!

Whatever your obstacle, whatever you seek, Dr. Lycka and his guests can help you manifest your fantastic life. I listened to episode #182 and even as a paid speaker, I learned a few golden nuggets from Tyler Foley. In episode #180 I discovered a like minded coach and educator in Renaye Thornborrow, we both believe children and teens begin a fantastic life at an early age. I’m having a better day having listened to Dr. Lycka’s “How To Live A Fantastic Life.” Cheers!

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