University of Adversity

Lance W Essihos
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University of Adversity

Welcome to University of Adversity, a podcast where we explore the human experience of overcoming obstacles and achieving personal growth through real-life stories of accomplished individuals. From professional athletes to NY Times bestselling authors, celebrities, spiritual leaders, doctors, scientists, and billionaires, we bring you a diverse range of perspectives on the challenges and triumphs of adversity. Each episode is designed to provide listeners with inspiration, motivation, and practical tools to help them navigate through difficult times. We cover a wide range of topics related to mental health, personal development, self-improvement and resilience building, offering expert insights and actionable advice. Join us as we discover how to overcome adversity, cope with stress, and achieve your goals on this journey of self-discovery and personal growth, highlighting the stories of the everyday heroes among us.

  1. SEP 23

    Unlocking Your Body's Wisdom with Chinese Medicine with Dr. Kevin Preston

    Chinese medicine views the body as a garden, while Western medicine views it as a machine. Chinese medicine focuses on the health and wellness of the whole ecosystem, considering factors like soil, sunlight, and water. Kevin Preston, a practitioner of Chinese medicine, was drawn to this holistic approach after experiencing the effectiveness of acupuncture in treating his knee injury. He believes that Chinese medicine offers individualized treatments based on a person's unique history, genetics, and lifestyle. However, Chinese medicine has faced resistance in Western cultures due to fear of the foreign and unfamiliar. Kevin sees common issues in his practice, such as fatigue, inflammation, autoimmune conditions, and toxicity. He uses a combination of deductive reasoning, intuition, and active listening to understand the root cause of a person's symptoms and develop a treatment plan. In this conversation, Kevin Preston discusses the impact of medications on the body and the importance of addressing the root cause of health issues. He explains how anti-inflammatory medications can damage the gut flora and microbiome, leading to a decline in overall health. Kevin emphasizes the need to slow down, take inventory of one's life, and be open to change. He also discusses his upcoming event, the New Human Regeneration, and the power of immersive healing experiences. The conversation highlights the importance of self-reflection, curiosity, and community in the healing journey. Key Takeaways -Chinese medicine views the body as a garden, focusing on the health and wellness of the whole ecosystem. -Acupuncture can be an effective treatment for various conditions and works by regulating the body's energy flow. -Chinese medicine offers individualized treatments based on a person's unique history, genetics, and lifestyle. -Resistance to Chinese medicine in Western cultures may stem from fear of the foreign and unfamiliar. -Common issues in Chinese medicine practice include fatigue, inflammation, autoimmune conditions, and toxicity. -Practitioners use deductive reasoning, intuition, and active listening to understand the root cause of symptoms and develop a treatment plan. Anti-inflammatory medications can damage the gut flora and microbiome, leading to a decline in overall health. -Slowing down and taking inventory of one's life is essential for addressing health issues and making meaningful changes. -Curiosity and self-reflection are key to unlocking the inherent wisdom and power of the body. -Immersive healing experiences, such as the New Human Regeneration event, can have a profound impact on physical, mental, and emotional well-being. -Community and connection are vital for personal growth and transformation. Chapters 00:00 Chinese Medicine vs. Western Medicine 04:09 The Effectiveness of Acupuncture 07:20 Individualized Treatment in Chinese Medicine 12:31 Resistance to Chinese Medicine in Western Cultures 19:29 Common Issues in Chinese Medicine Practice 29:07 Understanding the Root Cause 34:25 The Impact of Medications on Gut Health 39:11 Why Isn't This the Protocol in General? 43:49 Slowing Down and Taking Inventory of Your Life 52:01 The Power of Curiosity and Self-Reflection 59:44 The New Human Regeneration Event: A Path to Healing and Transformation 01:09:36 The Importance of Community and Connection 👨🏻‍🏫Connect With Dr Kevin Preston "THE NEW HUMAN REGENERATION " Upcoming LIVE Event! October 4th-6th, 2024 https://newhumanevents.com/ Instagram: a href="https://www.instagram.com/drkevinpreston?igsh=bHcxOHZzamhma3cx" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    1h 13m

  2. AUG 14

    Breathwork or Meditation: Which is Better for Personal Growth & Life?

    Breathwork or Meditation: Which is Better for Personal Growth?" The relationship between breathwork and meditation is a powerful synergy that can significantly enhance personal development and well-being. Lance underscores this connection by illustrating how meditation quiets the mind and connects it with the heart and body, while breathwork releases stuck energy and completes the stress response. From Lance's perspective, incorporating both practices into a daily routine can amplify focus, calmness, and inner guidance, fostering deeper connections with one's intuition and promoting personal growth. Lance draws from his experience of practicing a daily 5-10 minute breathwork routine, a technique he learned from his mentors, to highlight the tangible benefits of these practices. He believes that starting with deep, connected breaths can move stagnant energy and elevate the meditation experience. This can effectively help individuals release emotions, overcome challenges, and manifest their desires, ultimately leading to personal transformation and mental well-being. Through this exploration, listeners will gain insights into leveraging the synergistic power of breathwork and meditation for their personal growth and development. How can we work together? 1) Book a private 1:1 Breathwork session with Lance 2)Book a FREE Call to discuss Private 12 Week Mentorship Find it all here with this link below: https://www.pickmybrain.world/profiles/lance- essihos/service_listings 👨🏻‍🏫Connect With Lance Essihos: Instagram: www.instagram.com/lance.essihos/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/universityofadversityLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/lance-w-essihos Email: lance@lancewessihos.comWebsite: lanceessihos.com Mastering Adversity Book: https://a.co/d/c8HXL6j 📺Subscribe to University of Adversity Podcast: Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/university-of-adversity/id1440306226 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/1K6nQdzjR8wg9vBXZAqjH9 Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/University-of-Adversity-id3583952?country=usWebsite: universityofadversity.captivate.fm

    19 min

  3. AUG 7

    Confronting Internal Struggles and Taming Primal Instincts with Cam MacDougall

    Cam MacDougall is a dedicated advocate for personal growth and resilience, driven by his own experiences of lacking a supportive figure during his youth. Emphasizing the importance of embracing difficult situations as opportunities for learning and self-discovery, Cam encourages individuals to build resilience, understand their boundaries, and clarify their values. His mission is to guide men towards becoming mentors for the next generation, helping them break free from societal norms and realize their true potential. By challenging men to confront their inner fears and insecurities, Cam empowers them to evolve and unlock their inner warrior spirit through self-reflection and holistic well-being. "I know that you're a fucking warrior. And I know that you live in a world that suppresses that shit. And I know how to pull that out of you if you're willing to." - Cam MacDougall Time Stamps: (00:01:44) Misunderstood Childhood Eccentricities Reshape Adult Destiny (00:12:18) Living by Actionable Personal Values for Resilience (00:15:21) Living by Personal Values for Decision Making (00:31:05) Embracing Solitude: A Path to Self-Acceptance (00:33:56) Journey of Self-Discovery and Discipline (00:37:47) The Power of Celibacy for Self-Realization (00:51:59) Embracing Holistic Growth for Men's Wellness (00:59:16) Holistic Men's Wellness Transformation Programs (01:05:26) Embracing Challenges for Personal Growth Journey 👨🏻‍🏫Connect With Cam MacDougall Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inbodiedcoaching/Website: https://inbodied.co/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cam-macdougall/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cammacdougzListen and Follow The Inbodied Performance Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/30i65LNu2KH4sP0HCgnr6N?si=547b8f786f6f464b 👨🏻‍🏫Connect With Lance Essihos: Instagram: www.instagram.com/lance.essihos/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/universityofadversityLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/lance-w-essihos Email: lance@lancewessihos.comWebsite: lanceessihos.com Mastering Adversity Book: https://a.co/d/c8HXL6j 📺Subscribe to University of Adversity Podcast: Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/university-of-adversity/id1440306226 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/1K6nQdzjR8wg9vBXZAqjH9 Castbox: a href="https://castbox.fm/channel/University-of-Adversity-id3583952?country=us" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    1h 3m

  4. JUL 23

    Special Episode! Embracing Adversity: The Path to Personal Growth With Lance - on The NextDay Nomad Podcast

    **Special Episode from The NextDay Nomad Podcast*** Hola Amigos, in today’s episode of The NextDay Nomad Podcast, I interview Lance Essihos, the host of the "University of Adversity" podcast. Lance is a seasoned entrepreneur, speaker, and author who has turned his life experiences into a powerful message of resilience and growth. His journey from personal struggles to becoming a beacon of hope for many is both inspiring and educational. Lance Essihos shares his incredible journey of overcoming adversity and how he transformed his challenges into opportunities for growth. He discusses the importance of mindset, the role of adversity in personal development, and how to leverage difficult experiences to build a successful and fulfilling life. Lance also delves into his transition from a traditional career to becoming a digital nomad, offering valuable insights and practical advice for those looking to embark on a similar path. Key Topics Discussed1. Lance's Background and Journey Early life challenges and how they shaped his perspective.Key turning points that led to his personal transformation. 2. The Role of Adversity in Personal Growth How to embrace and learn from difficult experiences.Strategies for developing a resilient mindset. 3. Becoming a Digital Nomad Lance's transition from a traditional career to a location-independent lifestyle.Tips for maintaining productivity and balance while traveling. 4. Building the "University of Adversity" Podcast The inspiration behind the podcast and its mission.Key lessons learned from interviewing diverse and influential guests. 5. Practical Advice for Aspiring Digital Nomads Steps to take when transitioning to a nomadic lifestyle.Importance of community and networking for digital nomads. If this podcast resonates with you, if you're stuck in the rat race, tired of your current situation, or wishing you could work remotely, connect with me on social media. Get sneak peeks at new guests, and travel tips, and discover powerful mindset shifts to fuel your nomadic adventure. Message me on social media - CODEWORD: #ADVERSITY Personal Instagram- @thejarrodevan Podcast Instagram - @TheNextDayNomad Linkedin  Connect with Lance on Instagram: @lance.essihos Lance's book - Mastering Adversity: Unlock the Warrior Within Mastering Adversity: Unlock the Warrior Within

    1h 26m

  5. JUL 5

    This One Thing Can Completely Transform Your Wellbeing with Lance

    Episode Highlights: - Self-awareness and personal growth are pivotal for navigating life's challenges effectively. - Lance Essihos, a proponent of this transformative journey, emphasizes the crucial role of releasing negative emotions and adopting a resilient mindset. - Essihos illustrates this perspective by comparing harboring resentment to "drinking poison and expecting the other person to die," highlighting how such emotions impede personal growth. - He encourages viewing relationships as platforms for personal development rather than succumbing to a victim mentality. - Through reflecting on past experiences and learning from them, Essihos argues individuals can transform adversities into opportunities for success. - Essihos reinforces this belief through his coaching sessions that integrate breathwork to aid healing and envisioning a positive future. Key Takeaways: - Letting go of negativity is essential for unlocking your true potential. - Adopting a resilient, solutions-oriented mindset can help you navigate life's challenges. - Viewing relationships as opportunities for growth, rather than sources of resentment, fosters personal development. - Reflecting on past experiences and learning from them enables you to turn adversities into successes. - Incorporating practices like breathwork can support the healing and envisioning process. Connect with Lance: DM Lance on Instagram if you want to apply for 1 on 1 Breathwork or Coaching. * Grab a copy Mastering Adversity Book: https://a.co/d/c8HXL6j * * Tired of being the best kept secret? Do you have a powerful mission? Then you need to be getting booked on podcasts: Book a call with the Mic-Up Media Team today and take advantage of our special promotion: https://lanceessihos.com/micup/ - Instagram: www.instagram.com/lance.essihos/  - Facebook: www.facebook.com/universityofadversity - Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/lance-w-essihos  - Website: lanceessihos.com  - Email: lance@lancewessihos.com

    18 min

  6. JUN 16

    Transformative Travels - Cultivating Resilience and Self-Discovery in a Crazy World With Lance

    Episode Summary In this episode, I share my perspectives on how immersing in different cultures and stepping out of one's comfort zone can foster invaluable life lessons and personal growth. I explore my own experiences, such as participating in the Temezcal ceremony and reconnecting with my creative passions upon returning back to Canada, to highlight the importance of trusting the unknown, adapting to new situations, and continuously seeking out new experiences to cultivate resilience and self-discovery. 1. Growth Through Cultural Exploration and Resilience (00:04:15) - Traveling abroad as a profound journey into personal growth, resilience, and adaptability - Importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone and immersing in different cultures 2. Embracing Challenges Through Global Exploration (00:06:20) - Experiences that have fostered invaluable life lessons for me - Developing the skills of trusting the unknown and adapting to new situations 3. Temezcal Ceremony: A Transformative Sweat Lodge Journey (00:12:23) - Participating in intense spiritual practices like the Temezcal ceremony - Insights I've gained from embracing the unknown and unfamiliar 4. Rediscovering Creativity (00:16:40) - Reconnecting with my creative passions upon returning to a familiar environment - The value of balance between exploration and finding comfort 5. Embracing Personal Growth Through Daily Effort (00:19:42) - My continuous pursuit of new experiences to foster growth and self-improvement - Importance of resilience and adaptability in thriving beyond comfort zones Connect with Lance: * Grab a copy Mastering Adversity Book: https://a.co/d/c8HXL6j * * Tired of being the best kept secret? Do you have a powerful mission? Then you need to be getting booked on podcasts: Book a call with the Mic-Up Media Team today and take advantage of our special promotion: https://lanceessihos.com/micup/ - Instagram: www.instagram.com/lance.essihos/  - Facebook: www.facebook.com/universityofadversity - Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/lance-w-essihos  - Website: lanceessihos.com  - Email: lance@lancewessihos.com

    23 min

  7. MAY 27

    From Trauma to Transformation: A Former Paramedic's Journey into the Healing Powers of Psychedelics with Tara Portelli

    Tara Portelli is a former paramedic who has transitioned her focus to mental health and psychedelics. Drawing from her background in emergency services and experiences with medicinal mushrooms, Portelli is on a mission to support first responders and others in high-stress professions through proactive mental health strategies. In this episode, Tara Portelli shares her personal journey from the high-pressure world of emergency services to her current work in mental health and psychedelic advocacy. She candidly discusses the immense emotional toll that first responders often face, and the need for effective coping mechanisms to process trauma and difficult experiences. Portelli emphasizes the transformative power of practices like meditation, breathwork, and even psilocybin-assisted therapy. She recounts a life-changing psychedelic journey in Tulum, Mexico, and the profound insights it provided for her own healing and personal growth. With a unique blend of emergency services expertise and mental health advocacy, Portelli aims to destigmatize psychedelics and highlight their therapeutic potential. She also explores the benefits of plant-based microdosing and the use of hypnosis for subconscious neural reprogramming. Ultimately, Portelli's story underscores the importance of proactive, holistic approaches to mental health - particularly for those in high-stress professions. Her mission is to empower first responders and others to harness the transformative power of psychedelics and alternative healing modalities. Time Stamps: (00:07:01) Emotional Toll on First Responders in Emergency Services (00:12:04) Impact of Traumatic Events on First Responders' Mental Health (00:19:10) Mental Health Support in Emergency Services (00:23:20) Resilience through Mindfulness Practice in High-Stress Environments (00:30:37) Psilocybin's Transformational Empowerment and Trust Journey (00:45:10) Transformative Potential: Overcoming Psychedelic Stigma (00:54:27) Plant-Based Microdosing for Mental Health Benefits (00:59:31) Harnessing Internal Power for Healing Transformation (01:01:39) Harnessing Hypnosis for Subconscious Neural Reprogramming Connect with Tara: - Website: www.taraportelli.com - Retreat Website www.arcadiahealing.ca - Grab Tara's book: NUDE: Saying a Beautiful Goodbye to Who You Thought You Were and Stepping into Who You Truly Are. https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/843926-nude https://www.amazon.ca/NUDE-Beautiful-Goodbye-stepping-empowerment/dp/B0BNLNMSZS - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nudemushroom/ Connect with Lance: * Grab a copy Mastering Adversity Book: https://a.co/d/c8HXL6j * * Tired of being the best kept secret? Do you have a powerful mission? Then you need to be getting booked on podcasts: Book a call with the Mic-Up Media Team today and take advantage of our special promotion: https://lanceessihos.com/micup/ - Instagram: a href="https://www.instagram.com/lance.essihos/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    1h 8m

  8. MAY 15

    How to Create a New Identity and Why It's Important

    Identity transformation, a fascinating concept that pertains to the process of consciously reshaping one's personal beliefs, habits, and environment for self-development, plays a pivotal role in personal growth. Lance Essihos, an advocate of this intriguing concept, suggests that our identity is sculpted by our everyday habits, actions, and past experiences. With an unwavering belief in the potential for personal metamorphosis, Essihos emphasizes the capacity to alter one's identity by cultivating new habits and taking distinct actions. He underlines the importance of crafting a lucid vision of the individual you aspire to be, aligning your actions with this vision to revolutionize your identity. According to Essihos, confronting discomfort and stretching beyond one's comfort zone are crucial steps in creating a fresh identity, as adherence to old habits can result in stagnation. Ultimately, he inspires individuals to observe and emulate those they admire as an effective strategy to evolve into the person they wish to be. Time Stamps: (00:03:26) Habitual Shift: Crafting a New Identity (00:06:55) Embracing Personal Transformation: Shedding Past Identities (00:08:53) Embracing Discomfort for Personal Transformation (00:13:57) "Daily Action Steps for Personal Growth" Connect with Lance: * Grab a copy Mastering Adversity Book: https://a.co/d/c8HXL6j * Tired of being the best kept secret? Do you have a powerful mission? Then you need to be getting booked on podcasts: Book a call with the Mic-Up Media Team today and take advantage of our special promotion: https://lanceessihos.com/micup/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/lance.essihos/  Facebook: www.facebook.com/universityofadversity Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/lance-w-essihos  Website: lanceessihos.com  Email: lance@lancewessihos.com

    19 min
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Welcome to University of Adversity, a podcast where we explore the human experience of overcoming obstacles and achieving personal growth through real-life stories of accomplished individuals. From professional athletes to NY Times bestselling authors, celebrities, spiritual leaders, doctors, scientists, and billionaires, we bring you a diverse range of perspectives on the challenges and triumphs of adversity. Each episode is designed to provide listeners with inspiration, motivation, and practical tools to help them navigate through difficult times. We cover a wide range of topics related to mental health, personal development, self-improvement and resilience building, offering expert insights and actionable advice. Join us as we discover how to overcome adversity, cope with stress, and achieve your goals on this journey of self-discovery and personal growth, highlighting the stories of the everyday heroes among us.

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  • Creator
    Lance W Essihos
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    454
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2020 University of Adversity
  • Show Website
    University of Adversity

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