The Dream Catcher Podcast

The Compound Effect: How Small Habits Can Create Big Changes in Your Life

The compound effect is the principle that when we consistently engage in small actions or habits, they compound over time to produce remarkable results. 

Contrary to popular opinion, lasting change and success are rarely an overnight phenomenon. Instead, the small, seemingly insignificant habits we cultivate can create significant and lasting transformations over time. 

In this episode, you'll learn more about the compound effect, including some practical strategies for incorporating it into your daily routines.

[Interview] The Magic of Surrender: How to Manifest by Letting Go (feat. Kute Blackson)

Original airdate: January 10, 2023

Have you ever wanted something so badly you couldn't get it off your mind? Whether it was a person, an opportunity, or a specific outcome, it consumed you.

You may have tried everything and still weren't where you wanted to be, leaving you hopeless and frustrated.

According to my guest Kute Blackson, the inner struggle we experience is unnecessary. We can move through the uncertainties of life when we embrace the path of spiritual surrender. In this interview, he’ll explain how.

Kute Blackson is a beloved inspirational speaker and transformational teacher. He speaks at countless events he organizes around the world as well as at outside events including YPO, and EO. Winner of the 2019 Unity New Thought Walden Award, Blackson is widely considered a next generation leader in the field of personal development.

During our conversation, Kute offers deeper insight into the power of surrender and how we can apply it in our daily lives. He offers perspectives on accepting reality with grace and wisdom and acting from a place of conscious awareness.

From Irritation to Explosion: Exploring the Stages of Anger and Its Impact on Relationships

Anger is a powerful emotion that can lead to conflicts in relationships. It often begins with a subtle feeling of irritation and gradually escalates to extreme and chronic levels of rage. 

An awareness of the triggers, the different stages of anger, and what each one looks like is crucial in gaining a deeper understanding of anger. 

These coping mechanisms will equip you with the knowledge to navigate the stages of anger, cultivate healthier reactions, and resolve anger-related conflicts.

[Interview] Ikigai: The Japanese Way of Finding Meaning, Joy and Purpose Everyday (feat. Ken Mogi)

Ikigai is a Japanese phenomenon that roughly translates to “your reason for living,” but in reality, it means so much more. It includes the small everyday things as well as big goals and achievements.

According to my guest Ken Mogi, Ikigai is the path to success and happiness in your own life. He is here to illustrate what he means by this.

Ken Mogi is a neuroscientist, writer, and broadcaster based in Tokyo. He has published over thirty papers on cognitive science and neuroscience, and over one hundred books in Japan covering popular science, essay, criticism, and self-help. His books have sold close to one million copies. He is the author of Awakening Your Ikigai and The Way of Nagomi.

During our conversation, Ken speaks about different facets of Ikigai and how each one plays out in Japanese culture. He also discusses the five pillars of Ikigai and how we can apply them to our everyday lives to create more meaning, harmony, joy and prosperity.

The Power of Wishes: Why Wishing is an Essential Part of Manifesting Our Dreams

Wishing is something we did a lot as kids. This hopeful and idealistic state of wanting was seen as charming and acceptable then, but after we grew up, most people dismissed it, calling it naïve. 

However, wishing, when done right, can be a powerful technique in the manifestation process. This heart-centered practice can align our inner worlds with what we want to attract in our lives. 

Learn more about the power of wishes and other manifestation techniques and exercises to achieve your desires and dreams.

[Interview] How to Live with Integrity and Find Your Path (feat. Dr. Martha Beck)

Original airdate: August 11, 2021

We’re all born whole, complete, and undivided. In other words, we’re born with integrity. But nature often clashes with culture. We may abandon parts of ourselves to please others, and in this way, we leave integrity and get off our path.

My guest today, Dr. Martha Beck, will help us find our way back to full integrity based on the principles from her newest New York Times Best Selling book. “The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self.”

Martha Beck is a New York Times bestselling author, life coach, and speaker. She holds three Harvard degrees in social science, and Oprah Winfrey has called her “one of the smartest women I know.” Martha is a passionate and engaging teacher known for her unique combination of science, humor, and spirituality.

In this interview, Martha graces us with her wisdom, humor and experience to show us how to stay true to ourselves and remain committed to living a life of purpose and meaning.

From Ancient Egypt to The Information Age: Unraveling Different Historical Eras That Shaped Humanity

History serves as a reminder of our shared humanity and continuous social evolution. It highlights the power of human ingenuity, resilience and collective progress. 

By unraveling the different historical eras that shaped our world, we can learn about the triumphs and failures of our ancestors, gain a broader perspective on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead, and find the wisdom to shape a better future. 

Take a captivating journey through time to some of the most memorable eras in our history.

[Interview] Tell Yourself a Better Story: How to Create Empowering Beliefs to Live Your Best Life (feat. Marisa Peer)

Do you sometimes feel like you’re holding yourself back from greater success, prosperity and joy? Many of us spend our entire lives struggling with different forms of self-sabotage - often with no end or solution in sight.

But, according to my guest, Marisa Peer, there is a way to shift your thinking and ways of being that work for you instead of against you. She’s here to share her wisdom with us.

Marisa Peer is the founder and creator of Rapid Transformational Therapy® (RTT®)—a new and exciting, multi-award-winning therapy. She has spent over three decades treating a client list that includes international superstars, CEOs, Royalty, and Olympic athletes. Marisa has been seen on many high-profile US and UK television networks. She is also an acknowledged inspirational speaker—from TEDx and Condé Nast to the Royal Society of Medicine.

Marisa believes that all of us have the potential to reach great heights in every facet of our life. During our conversation, she explains how to reprogram our mind and remove internal blocks so that our thoughts, patterns and habits align with the person we want to become.

The Myth of Talent: Why Creativity and Hard Work are the Real Keys to Achieving Your Dreams

Many of us grew up believing that only those with talent are destined for greatness and are born with gifts we can't replicate. 

This misconception creates a barrier for those who feel they lack talent and discourages them from pursuing their dreams. But talent is not a fixed trait. It’s a skill that comes from creativity and hard work. 

Anyone, including you, can tap into their creative potential and harness their determination to achieve greatness. In this episode, you’ll Learn the key drivers for accomplishing your goals and how to develop them.

[Interview] The Keys to Developing Emotional Intelligence (feat. Dr. Marc Brackett)

Original airdate: June 15, 2021

The ability to interpret, express and respond to our emotions is essential for success. Some experts say that it’s even more important than our IQ. 

Unfortunately, not many of us were taught how to identify and process our emotions, which can make life much harder. To tell us more about how we can build our emotional intelligence, I invited Dr. Marc Brackett, who wrote a popular book on this topic called “Permission to Feel.”

Dr. Marc Brackett is the founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and a professor in the Child Study Center at Yale University. He has published over 150 scholarly articles, received numerous awards, and is featured regularly in popular media outlets. 

In this interview, Marc inspires us with a new mindset around the power of emotions, offering advice on understanding our own and others’ feelings. He also provides innovative strategies to boost emotional intelligence and undo unhealthy patterns we may have developed over the years.