The Dream Catcher Podcast

The Right Way to Play the Numbers Game

Understanding the likelihood of your success has become a necessity in an increasingly competitive world where there’s a fight for basic resources like food, water, jobs, and alliances.

Unless you come from a privileged background where things are handed to you on a silver platter, you have to learn how to market yourself. A big aspect of this sales-oriented mindset is learning to work with your odds of drawing a winning hand.

But playing the numbers game is not for the faint of heart. It takes perseverance and a will to win at all costs. In this week's post, I provide a few guidelines that help you stay in the game no matter how many times you face rejection.

[Interview] How to Unlock Your Creative Genius (feat. Michael J. Gelb)

Have you ever asked yourself, what is the secret of genius? All of us have this dream of tapping into the infinite potential of our minds and creativity. My guest today, Michael J. Gelb has invested years of intense study and research to understand some of the most brilliant creative geniuses of our time.

Michael is a world’s leading authority on the application of genius thinking to personal and organizational development, He is a pioneer in the fields of creative thinking, innovative leadership and executive coaching. Michael is the author of 17 books including How to Think Like Leonardo Da Vinci, Discover Your Genius and Innovate Like Edison. His books have been translated into 25 languages and have sold more than one million copies. 

Join me for this riveting interview where Michael offers his insight into the secrets behind real genius and how we can tap into our own. In our conversation, Michael describes the seven steps to developing our mind and creativity so that we can reach our highest potential.

5 Telltale Signs of Fake Confidence

Confidence is attractive. People who are perceived as confident win attention, admiration, and opportunities wherever they go. 

That’s why we’re advised to give the appearance of confidence even if we don’t feel that way. But this “fake it till you make it” mantra can only take us so far. After a while, we’ll feel like an imposter and others will pick up on our phony behavior. 

Real confidence doesn’t require faking it. Those who have it are convinced of their worth. Learn more about what they do differently from those who demonstrate the five telltale signs of fake confidence I’ve described in this episode.

The Truth About Fairy Tale Love

The desire for our one true love is universal. We crave a bond that can elevate us to heights of ecstasy. Romantic fairy tales offer us a portal to experience these emotions vicariously.

Buying into this picture-perfect take on love, however, can land us in hot water. What seems like harmless escapism influences our expectations of relationships and partners.

Having a healthy skepticism about these stories does not mean we let go of our ideals. We can preserve the magic of love while taking away the illusion of perfection. I describe  four ways to balance our expectations of fairy tale love.

[Interview] How Women Can Feel Beautiful in their Skin (feat. Amira Adawe)

Our physical appearance has become increasingly central to our identity. In some ethnic communities, skin color plays a major role in determining a woman’s sense of worthiness.

The trauma caused by colorism — a prejudice that favors people with lighter skin over those with darker skin within a racial group causes serious mental and emotional effects on members affected by it. 

My guest today, Amira Adawe, has been on a crusade to remove these biases and boost the self-esteem of those who have internalized the discrimination. Amira, a public health researcher and educator founded The Beautywell Project, a non-profit organization that aims to end skin-lightening practices and encourage women to embrace their ethnic identity.

Amira talks about various facets of colorism including the psychological impact, and her advocacy to change the narrative of beauty to make it more inclusive. She also offers advice on how girls and women can accept this natural beauty and love the skin they’re in. 

Hate Not Knowing? Here’s How to Deal with Uncertainty

As humans, we avoid facing the unknown at all costs. To make sense of ambiguity, we look for patterns and make references based on scientific and faith-based beliefs.

Thanks to the pandemic, we find ourselves having to confront our fears around not knowing what’s coming next and not being able to do much about it. These moments of stillness, however, offer the perfect opportunity to make peace with uncertainty and build courage.

No matter what stage you’re at with your relationship with the unknown, you can benefit from learning the mindset and tools for dealing with the uncertainty. In this week’s episode, I provide five ways you can do this.

How Ancient Wisdom is Still Relevant Today

Mention the term “ancient wisdom” and most people’s eyes will glaze over. If you’re skeptical about the relevance of ancient wisdom and how it can help you, you might want to reconsider.

There is a treasure trove of books and documentaries on ancient wisdom that can ground us with much needed guidance and practices in times of uncertainty, grief and stress. 

In this episode, I take you on a journey back in time to show how ancient teachers penned enlightened ideas and why they are still applicable today. I’ve also handpicked six of my favorite ancient quotes and proverbs from various corners of the globe and decoded their meaning.

[Interview] Using the Law Attraction to Manifest Our Desires (feat. Yoichi Utebi)

You may have heard of the metaphysical principle the Law of Attraction especially after the release of the worldwide bestseller "The Secret". The law simply states that like attracts like and if we imagine and focus on a certain outcome, the Universe will eventually deliver. But is it really that simple?

My guest today, Yoichi Utebi, will be answering that question for us. Yoichi is the producer of a supernatural film called “The Real Exorcist” from Japan, which follows Sayuri, a young coffee shop waitress, as she uses her spiritual powers to help customers troubled by supernatural phenomena. 

In our conversation, Yoichi joins us all the way from Tokyo, Japan to talk about the major themes which center on the law of attraction and the power of positive thinking, faith and gratitude and how we can apply those principles in manifesting the life that we desire. 

The Different Types of Chemistry in Relationships

Chemistry in the context of love and relationships is desirable and coveted. And why not? Who doesn’t want to experience that magic and spark with someone special?

But just because you’re experiencing an intense charge with another person doesn’t mean they are right for you, nor is it indicative of a compatible connection that will last.

Knowing the different types of chemistry you can share with another person will help you reach this understanding. Being clear about which of the five types drive the connection is essential to your relationship success. In this episode, I describe the five types of chemistry and how they work.

[Interview] Understanding Karma and it’s Impact on Our Life and Relationships (feat. Carmen Harra)

Most of us are familiar with the concept of karma, a Sanskrit term that roughly translates to the word “action”. Karma is the spiritual equivalent of the cycle of cause and effect which says that each action a person takes will affect him or her at some time in the future or in another lifetime. 

To explain more about karma and it’s impact on our lives, I invited Carmen Harra. who is known as the Karma Queen. Carmen has a prolific career as an internationally acclaimed intuitive psychologist, best-selling author, radio show host, relationship expert, and TV personality.  Carmen is the author of the international best-seller “Everyday Karma”, and six more critically acclaimed books

Join me for this eye-opening conversation where Carmen explains how karma really works and how we can be more conscious about the karma our thoughts and actions generate. She also talks about karmic relationships and how we can use those learning experiences.