Finding Self with Jake

In this interview I sit down and talk with musician Craig Rich about how he has found his path and voice through music. Craig looks at music as a way to communicate deeper than words can for him. You can feel this in the sounds and songs he has made! Listen to our chat and learn about how you can express yourself in more ways than just words! 

Where to find Craig:

www.craigrichmusic.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/CraigRichMusic/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/richcraig/

Twitter: @craigrichmusic

Youtube: @craigrich4768

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6eJo4VrsgyQWBa9Etx6xAB?si=ggcPsQkfQlueZZKLoN1qgA

In this episode I talk to my friend Ashley Lubecky! Ashley is a writer and traveler. Her passion for writing led her to working with several notable publications including The Cauldron and Cleveland Scene! In Ashley's interview we discuss how she hopes to continue to use her writing to speak out on important social matters and help those in need. For the writer's and traveler's out there to better find themselves this is the episode for you! To read Ashley's articles and follow her social hit the links below! For any stories or to get involved with any of Ashley's projects you can reach out directly at her email below!

Ashley's Articles:

csu-cauldron.com/?s=Ashley+Lubecky+

www.clevescene.com/author/ashley-lubecky

Social:

www.instagram.com/ashventurously/

Email:

ashleylubecky@gmail.com

As the show has continued to grow, change and my purpose of what I am trying to communicate gets more clear I have decided to work on a rebranding project. This will include a name change with a lot of similar content with more focus and purpose! My goal is to make the show even better, easier to find for those searching for help with mental health centered around their work. And I feel particularly qualified to help entrepreneurs struggling with burnout. My hopes are that by taking a more direct approach I can reach those who need it and help so they don't have to make the same mistakes I have. So stay tuned for new and improved content! 

In this episode my good friend Liz goes over her experience working in a pharmacy through the pandemic. She also discusses how her reiki practice and work in the pharmacy exist on very opposite ends of healing spectrum. The past few years have caused Liz to make a jump into this new business venture that has been both well received and has led her to a more fulfilling path. Listen in to learn more!

To book an appointment with Liz visit Illumin8 website below!

www.illumin8ohio.com

In this latest episode I reflect over recent conversations and film I recently watched! In life it is interesting how some of the most important and monumental things can happen through series of small actions of periods of time. What if we applied this principle to improving our world. What if as individuals we focus on simple small acts of kindness consistently. How much better of a world could we live in years from now? You're actions today no matter how small they seem are part of shaping the worlds future. Choose to make it a good one.

Films referenced are available for viewing at the Cleveland international film fest and online to stream at clevelandfilm.org 3/31/22 -3/10/22.

Films: 

Peace by chocolate ( directed by Jonathan Keijser)

POWERS (short film directed by Paige Morrow Kimball)

On this episode I discuss how conversation can lead to big life changes in an interview with Megan Anderson. Megan is events manager of Playhouse Square in Cleveland, strategic planning manager of US Quidditch AND I am also lucky enough to call this lovely lady my girlfriend. We deep dive into how Megan's life choices has helped her create the life she wants and how she views that process as a continuous journey. Listen in to hear some great personal stories and interesting perspective on how Megan has worked through her struggles with depression and the view she has cultivated through unique life experience. 

Quote from the Dalai Lama, " When asked what surprised him most about humanity, answered "Man! Because he sacrifices his health in order to make money. Then he sacrifices money to recuperate his health. And then he is so anxious about the future that he does not enjoy the present; the result being that he does not live in the present or the future; he lives as if he is never going to die; and then dies having never really lived."

This single quote is the focus point of this episode. One of my favorite quotes I keep printed out above my desk to read daily. 

I ALMOST missed a recording session day. It would have ended my streak of releasing two episodes a week minimum every Tuesday and Thursday for 2022. And the truth is, I had the time to record and was struggling to make myself do it. Now I am not going to claim this episode is by any means my best work but I think the message could be absolutely invaluable. That message is simply this... real progress is made in showing up and doing what we know we have to do even on the days we don't want to do it. Read that as many times as you need and then decide where you need to take action. 

In todays episode I discuss a simple method to develop healthy habits and eliminate the bad ones! Notes referenced in this podcast are from the book "Atomic Habits" by James Clear. I've included some personal interpretation and stories. What habits do you need to form? Are there any you would like to break? Listen to the show and learn how! 

This episode Real Estate agent, world traveler and family man Aaron powers comes on to discuss finding joy in every day activities. We discuss some of the benefits of being self employed and working in real estate. And the challenge of starting a business in a completely new city. Aaron has dealt with some adversity building a successful business from nothing. Now Aaron is living a purposeful life and enjoying it along the way! Listen in to learn more!

These are a list of tips I have been given throughout my life by various medical professionals to help with anxiety management. Specifically centered around lowering your cortisol level!! Most of these are simple little everyday management items that can go a long way! Each has in its own right been very helpful for me building a more purposeful life and operating from a place of peace rather than fear. I hope these simple little reminders serve you well in helping with anxiety management! 

Getting back to one of the root themes of the show this episode is a thought journal about anxious feelings I have had around reaching out to people and friends in my past. The idea came about when I was thinking about people in my life I had wished I had stayed in better contact with. If you have ever struggled with confronting your own negative thoughts listen as I work through some of mine in real time! 

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If I had to choose a single topic that I believe has the biggest benefit over the most areas of your life this would be at the top of the list. Being an effective communicator can serve you in business, personal and romantic relationships. And is a skill that can transfer to any type of work you are doing. On this episode I will share my top 5 ways to be better at communicating! AND some personal challenges you can take on to work on this in day to day situations! 

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Sam is a real estate professional with some very solid advice on how to run a business and build the life you want. His strong work ethic and discipline stem from his time serving as a Marine. This episode shows some great insight specific for real estate professionals and some advice any business owner could use to improve their personal quality of life. 

To connect with Sam:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samsonfire

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sams_onfire/?hl=en

To connect with the show:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/findingselfwithjake

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingselfwithjake

Hey Friends! In this episode I go over how to find inspiration on days you aren't feeling particularly inspired to create. As with most of my episodes I try to speak about the things that are most relevant to me at the time. In hopes I can capture the feeling in the most honest way possible and putting this episode out today required a little extra mental preparation to come up with material and present it! So get ready to take a few notes on some points you can use to drum up a little extra inspiration. This is a short list so please message me your thoughts on any tips or tricks that work for you to get motivated and inspired to create! Also, in the show I mention my motivation spotify playlist! See the links below:

Spotify Motivational Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5KOmtLUxPrjrfZd9STPkDx?si=394ea753d5534c32

Facebook Page Finding Self with Jake: https://www.facebook.com/findingselfwithjake

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingselfwithjake/

This episode is a collection of twenty points I have written down that have actively helped improve my life. I wanted to share them with you in celebration of making it to episode number 20!!! There are quite a few ideas on this list. I would challenge you to pick one or two that resonate the most with you at this time and write them down. Find a way to see if you could improve or make that idea a bigger part of your life. Are there any other ideas you think would be a good addition to this list?

Sometimes in life even with the best plans and intentions things don't work out exactly like we want them to. Being able to give yourself grace when not meeting personal expectations can be very important for your mental well being. This episode is a follow up to the tips given in episode 18 on how to do more of the things you want. I discuss the reality of even when following my own plan well the expectation I had set and the actions I took were not quite in full alignment. This recording is an honest evaluation of how we sometimes fall short of our own expectations and by taking the time to evaluate them we can achieve more of what we set out to in the future. I hope you get some great ideas from this episode to help with your life and get to fully enjoy and experience more of what you want! 

I decided on the topic of this episode as I was trying to organize my thoughts around leaving town for a vacation in just two days. I was starting to feel overwhelmed with my responsibilities at work and home seeming to pile up. So this seemed like a relevant topic to discuss as I am sure others have also felt the stress about taking time off in exchange for personal time. In this episode I go over 5 points to help you better manage your work/ life balance. Making time for yourself should be a priority as we serve others the best when we are at our best. Enjoy and lets connect on Facebook or Instagram at Finding Self with Jake! I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode and any tips that work for you! 

In this episode I go over some personal issues I have faced in my life centered around people pleasing tendencies. I give some tips that have worked for me in dealing with people pleasing in social situations. Also, another set of personal guidelines to make sure I am not people pleasing in my personal life choices and decisions. These rules have helped me a lot and I hope they can be of use to you as well!  

In this episode I sit down to chat with an close friend of mine to hear how the pandemic has affected his business and life. We discuss his upbringing and career prior to real estate. Nick has served as a Marine and worked as a personal trainer prior to real estate sales. He has built a life out of self improvement and is here to share how he made it happen!

In this episode special guest Colleen Eschweiler shares her story with on how developing a positive image of herself through faith and self work has changed her life for the better. She is a major advocate for body positivity, aspiring author and all around great person to speak with. Tune in to hear more about her personal journey and discussion on a healthy way to approach your self image. 

This is a short preview of what this show is all about! 

In this episode I go over checking in on your new years resolutions and goals. This was recorded about a month into 2022 but the principles apply at any time. I discuss some of my personal success and struggle with meeting new years resolutions and some helpful thoughts and ideas to reignite and refocus in on what it is you want to accomplish with your own life!  

In this episode Erin and I discuss the pros and cons of the self improvement lifestyle. And how addiction can play a role in even the positive aspects of life. Join me on this incredible conversation with an old friend as we catch up and discuss where we are at on our journey in life! 

In this episode with my friend Arastasia we discuss her personal journey that has led her to a place where she has achieved a better clarity and vision for her life than ever before! We talk not only about the decisions she has made with her wedding photography business but also why those changes were made and so much more! Arastasia is an inspiring and lights up a room with positivity when she speaks. So enjoy!!

Link to Passion and Potential Podcast:

https://rss.com/podcasts/passionandpotential/

This episode brings us up to current day and talks further on the positive momentum gathered over the past year. It's been a long journey and there is still a long way to go! You will hear me talking in this episode about how difficult times have brought about positive change. Goals for business and personal life in 2022! And plans for the show in 2022! 

In this Episode I discuss breaking a negative cycle and starting to find positive momentum in life after some large career changes. An important issue highlighted in this episode is breakthroughs don't always feel significant at the time they happen. Sometimes its weeks or months later after you have broken a negative cycle that you start to realize the benefits! 

In this episode I go over the mental and emotional effects of changing workplaces at the beginning of the pandemic. This time of my life was incredibly challenging. My hope is by sharing some of my feelings and emotions I dealt with during this time others can see that working out of those places is possible! (Special guest appearance by Rayla my dog barking in the background... sorry in advance) 

In this episode I discuss learning and growing in a new career field. And how adversity can help strengthen you both personally and professionally. This episode focuses on growth as I discuss both the positives and negatives of moving from my job as a waiter to a career in Real Estate Sales. 

This episode dives into my story of personal growth. Part 1 of this multi part story begins with my first encounters with social anxiety in my late teens and early 20s. I discuss some ways I was able to deal and manage dealing with what were debilitating panic attacks. And how that led to my current career in Real Estate. This story is the title story to this podcast. Each episode will take you through my full story about how I've combated social anxiety in my life, faced challenges and came out with a great career. My hope is by sharing my story I can help inspire others to go after the things they want in life.