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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.

University of Adversity Lance W Essihos

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    • 5.0 • 84 Ratings

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.

    The Alchemy of Emotion From Grief to Spiritual Awakening with Nicole Sciacca

    The Alchemy of Emotion From Grief to Spiritual Awakening with Nicole Sciacca

    Nicole Sciacca is a yoga teacher, FRCms practitioner, professional dancer, and mother to her son, Beau. Currently based in Los Angeles, she trains a diverse clientele including working moms, entrepreneurs, former athletes, and A-list celebrities. Her expertise has earned her features on The Doctors TV, E! Online, and in The New York Times.
    Drawing from her personal experience with the loss of her partner, Nicole offers a unique perspective on dealing with grief and societal expectations. She highlights the burden of conforming to societal norms during the grieving process and the importance of honoring one's individual emotions without succumbing to external pressures. Despite feeling both supported and observed by her community, Nicole underscores the significance of freeing oneself from perceived judgments, advocating for the freedom to grieve in one's unique way.
    Time Stamps:
    (00:00:24) Exploring Spiritual Perspectives on Death and Afterlife
    (00:02:18) Navigating societal expectations during the grieving process
    (00:11:12) Navigating Personal Grief with Individual Differences
    (00:13:30) Navigating Grief with Humor and Authenticity
    (00:29:10) Breakthrough Moments Through Stepping Out Comfort
    (00:37:44) Navigating Online Interactions with Positive Energy
    (00:41:18) Graceful Conflict Resolution in Relationships
    (00:45:08) Prioritizing Positivity: Impact of Negative Energy
    (00:50:12) Morning Productivity: Preparing for a Smooth Day
    (01:07:24) Embracing Hardships for Personal Growth Journey
    Connect with Nicole:
    MAY FIT 2024 virtual group strength training( plus mobility and yoga too). Its a community of brilliant, supportive, fun women ages 35-65. You train 4 days a week but all classes LIVE on demand.
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    👉🏼 https://www.sweatandstillness.com/monthlygroups
    Podcast: Shock & Y'all https://open.spotify.com/show/1KYIrPoL80pkTvGLI8TMyD?si=057f6d8c56bc4f57
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenicolesciacca
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolesciacca/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicolesciaccayoga
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/nshocka/videos
    Website: https://www.sweatandstillness.com/
    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: a href="https://www.facebook.com/universityofadversity" rel="noopener

    • 1 hr 13 min
    Building Resilience and Taking Control of Your Life and Future with Lance

    Building Resilience and Taking Control of Your Life and Future with Lance

    The art of building resilience is fundamental to navigating life's inevitable pressures and challenges. It involves a dynamic process of embracing struggles, learning from them, and thereby acquiring invaluable skills and perspectives. This strengthens not just our ability to withstand external and internal pressures, but also provides avenues for self-growth, discovery, and empowerment.
    Lance Essihos, an advocate of resilience, views it as a skill acquired through overcoming challenges. He underscores the significance of learning and growing from adversity, making empowering choices, and taking control of one's life. Essihos, through practices like self-reflection, journaling, meditation, and breathwork, encourages individuals to bolster their resilience, empowering them to face life's challenges with unwavering confidence and composure. For Essihos, resilience is a continual process of overcoming obstacles, maintaining balance, and learning and growing from life experiences.
    Time Stamps:
    (00:02:01) Embracing Struggles to Enhance Resilience
    (00:03:07) Building Resilience and Taking Control
    (00:05:38) Challenging Choices for Strength and 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

    • 10 min
    Trauma's Impact on Behavioral Patterns: Understanding past experiences for healthier relationships and self-awareness with Alicia Kay

    Trauma's Impact on Behavioral Patterns: Understanding past experiences for healthier relationships and self-awareness with Alicia Kay

    Alicia Kay is a distinguished professional with a wealth of experience spanning over twenty years in dealing with trauma and psychotherapy. Having undergone an impactful personal transformation herself, Alicia's perspective on trauma and psychotherapy is underpinned by both professional knowledge and personal experience. She strongly believes in introspection as a means to understand and heal from emotional pain, trauma, and shame that can hinder spiritual growth. Through her own emotional exploration, she was able to understand the root cause of her struggles and transform those experiences into lessons for others. Kay advocates for a combined approach of traditional therapy and holistic healing, which takes into account unconscious beliefs, feelings, and patterns. She opposes the idea of medicating individuals based on diagnoses and encourages reliance on intuitive intelligence for guidance in the healing process. Kay's views highlight the transformational potential of confronting and healing trauma to discover one's true self and purpose.
    Time Stamps:
    (00:11:22) Exploring Transformation Through Self-Reflection and Healing
    (00:12:39) Healing through confronting deep emotional wounds
    (00:16:48) Trauma's Influence on Understanding Others' Behaviors
    (00:21:38) Exploring Core Wounds for Personal Transformation
    (00:30:32) Navigating Personal Growth Through Self-Awareness
    (00:32:19) Shifting Focus Towards Self-Reflection and Growth
    (00:49:23) Shame-Based Coping Mechanisms in Addiction
    (00:55:05) Shame as Root Cause of Addiction
    (00:56:59) Emotional Triggers in Addiction Recovery Protocol
    (01:04:16) Healing Trauma through Unconscious Behavior Exploration
    (01:09:19) Fostering Children's Mental Resilience Through Empowerment
    (01:17:51) Healing Trauma Through Somatic Breath Awareness
    (01:22:13) Tailoring Breath Work for Individual Readiness
    Connect with Alicia:
    Book a FREE discovery call Alicia here:  www.aliciakay.as.me/discover
    Ask Alicia about her 6 month program "Breakthrough Bliss"
    - Designed to help you clear out emotional blocks, trauma and aling with your authentic self.
    - Website: https://www.aliciakaycoaching.com/
    - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciakaycoaching/
    - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aliciakaycoaching
    - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvlCVoy6T_Tb3lBOjjy11ng/featured
    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: a href="https://www.facebook.com/universityofadversity" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    • 1 hr 33 min
    Stop Doing This One Thing & Watch Your Life Transform!

    Stop Doing This One Thing & Watch Your Life Transform!

    Welcome back to another insightful episode of University of Adversity with your host, Lance Essihos.
    In this solo episode, Lance delves into the profound impact of self-talk and its resonance in our daily lives. Drawing from personal experiences and candid observations, he delves into the significance of the language we use when addressing ourselves.
    Lance emphasizes the profound influence of our internal dialogue on our mindset and overall well-being. He highlights the transformation that occurs when we shift from self-limiting expressions to words of possibility and openness.
    Throughout the episode, Lance provides practical advice on how to reframe self-defeating beliefs, encouraging listeners to become their own best friend by practicing self-compassion and positive self-talk.
    Join us for this enlightening discussion on the power of language and its pivotal role in shaping our perceptions and experiences.
    Time Stamps:
    00:00 Discussing personal growth and insights from experiences.
    04:00 Reframe language, open up to possibilities, create change.
    07:18 Challenge limited thinking, speak abundance, create life.
    09:43 Believe in yourself, attract positivity, watch your language.
    14:08 Encourage and uplift others, don't bring them down.
    Connect With Lance:
    * Grab a copy Mastering Adversity Book: https://a.co/d/c8HXL6j
    * Instagram: www.instagram.com/lance.essihos/ 
    * Facebook: www.facebook.com/universityofadversity
    * Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/lance-w-essihos 
    * Email: lance@lancewessihos.com
    * Website: lanceessihos.com 

    • 16 min
    What is True Freedom? Tucker Carlson, Radical Responsibility, Discipline, and Unlocking the Secret to Entrepreneurship with Karla Treadway.

    What is True Freedom? Tucker Carlson, Radical Responsibility, Discipline, and Unlocking the Secret to Entrepreneurship with Karla Treadway.

    In today's episode, we have the honor of featuring Karla Treadway, who offers profound insights on the concept of freedom as radical responsibility and the discipline required to attain it. Karla's journey, from enduring the loss of her business to redefining her approach to entrepreneurship and personal development, is a testament to the resilience and fortitude needed to navigate challenging times. Join us as we delve into her experiences, the lessons learned from adversity, and the wisdom she imparts on mindset, business strategies, and finding strength in the face of hardship. Get ready for an impactful and reflective conversation on facing adversity and cultivating personal growth.
    Ways to support the podcast: 
    📌 Grab a copy of Lance’s book, MASTERING ADVERSITY now available on Amazon. Click the link to buy the book: Mastering Adversity Amazon
    Subscribe and follow the podcast (Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Castbox) and leave a 5 star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    📚 Timestamped overview:
    00:00 Morning routine: write, move, meditate, then work.
    10:25 Tucker Carlson's team approached me for collaboration.
    13:21 Critic speaks out on war against Christians.
    16:59 Podcast focuses on work-related topics, avoids complaints.
    23:08 Rural living, feeling stuck, focusing on mindset.
    31:51 Freedom from rigidity, flexibility in fitness mindset.
    33:28 Authenticity and connection lead to successful pivots.
    39:54 Balancing priorities and passions in life.
    46:10 Honest self-assessment is crucial for growth.
    54:06 Repurpose content, streamline workflow, boost productivity.
    57:35 Focus on adding value, not immediate monetization.
    01:00:49 Belief in yourself, course promotion, entrepreneurial resilience.
    01:09:59 Embracing adversity leads to fulfillment and achievement.
    01:13:45 Choose to believe in thriving despite darkness.
    Connect with Karla:
    Website: https://www.karlajoytreadway.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karlajoytreadway/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karlajoytreadwaycoaching/
    Podcast: https://thesovereignceopodcast.podbean.com/

    • 1 hr 22 min
    How to FINALLY stop procrastinating and take action! with Lance Essihos

    How to FINALLY stop procrastinating and take action! with Lance Essihos

    In this solo episode, Lance dives into the topic of procrastination and shares practical strategies to combat it. Through personal insights and experiences, he emphasizes the importance of eliminating distractions, breaking tasks into manageable steps, and rewarding oneself for completed actions.
    This episode offers valuable tools and insights to help you navigate through procrastination and take meaningful steps towards achieving your goals. Tune in and learn how to turn procrastination into action.
    Ways to support the podcast: 
    📌 Grab a copy of Lance’s book, MASTERING ADVERSITY now available on Amazon. Click the link to buy the book: Mastering Adversity Amazon
    Subscribe and follow the podcast (Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Castbox) and leave a 5 star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    👨🏻‍🏫Connect With Lance :
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/lance.essihos/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/lance-w-essihos Email: lance@lancewessihos.com Website: lanceessihos.com

    • 9 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
84 Ratings

84 Ratings

AlexisNicole1982 ,

Lance is changing the world

Lance’s commitment to give solutions to common pain points, and his own commitment to self improvement make this one of my favourite podcasts. It’s rare to find a host who shows up with as much honestly, humility and vulnerability. Lance really does care about his audience and it comes through. He listens to his viewers and this is evidenced by the evolution through his episodes. This podcast will quickly become one of your faves.

AndyBaily ,

The best!

So real. So down to earth. I connect with so much of what Lance speaks.
Love this podcast!

Joey19861802 ,

A Source of Inspiration In Hard Times

Lance does an amazing job at sharing stories that inspire and turn any situation into an opportunity to learn, evolve and adapt. There needs to be more podcasts at this level with this much heart. Great job UOA team! Looking forward to continuing listening and recommending to friends.

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