Gissele Taraba never imagined her lifelong dream to work in Canada's child welfare system would end in burnout. And she certainly didn't expect to start a new career, become an author, become a podcaster, and be in the process of making a documentary. And she really really didn't think all would be around the ideas of self love and compassion. But here she is, and she is thriving.

Through her personal discovery of her lack of self love and lack of compassion for herself, Gissele has dedicated her life to helping others discover the power of meeting those challenges head on. Whether it's just sitting in acknowledgment of your imposter syndrome, coming to the table to resolve conflicts in a relationship, or filling your own cup so that you can help someone else (if they are ready) out of a mess, you do not want to miss this episode.

For more from Gissele: www.maitrcentre.com

Book: Reimagining Work

Podcast: Love & Compassion with Gissele

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Dr. Jason Giles was not going to be an alcoholic for a very specific reason–his dad was an alcoholic and made him feel inadequate. He didn't go down that road, but becoming a doctor in the field of anesthesia gave him access to something else: fentanyl. In a major plot twist, what started as his own personal recovery turned into a passion for working with addicts.

While other doctors don't have to necessarily share in the same plight as their patients, Dr. Giles is convinced that there is something special about him being able to understand where his patients have been as well as them seeing the promise in where the work of recovery could lead.

For more from Dr. Giles:

Substack- Dr. Jason Giles

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What would you do if you found yourself in a seemingly impossible situation? Would you crumble? Would you find a way to make it through? We'd all like to say we'd make it, but it's a lot easier said than done. Wendy Alexander was put in one of those impossible situations. About to give birth to her cheating, abusive boyfriend's baby. No money in their joint account after he stole it. Saddled with the house debt. And no way to make money after her daughter arrived. She wallowed for a minute, sure. But that was the last time she would ever be a victim again. Listen as she tells Max about how she made some really sweet lemonade out of her sour lemons. It's inspiring to say the least.

For more from Wendy Alexander: www.happycareerhub.com

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It can't be that the only way you can you get what you want, that the only way you can get where you want to go, that the only way you can become who you want to be is LUCK. If that's the case, what's the point? At least that's how Kelea Kanae sees it. You have agency, you have the options all out in front of you, and neuroscience can help! Listen to Kelea talk to Max about his passion for helping others unlock what he was able to unlock for himself. That's not just abundance in terms of money (although he has), not just output (although he helps with that too), but an overall mental and emotional health that is necessary to sustaining the whole thing.

For more from Kelea Kanae:

The PowerCode.com (for a free assessment)

Inspirean.com ⁨@realkealakanae⁩

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Zoe Karli is in control–at least that's the way she likes it. As a former military officer who also comes from a military family, Zoe is used to things changing...like a lot. As in living in 44 states alot. Instead of letting the change upend her, she calls them "adventures". One "adventure", however, left her helpless: seizures. They threatened to sideline her, and she dipped into a little bit of the "why me" camp. But then came the reframing: she had a CHOICE to either be her own ally or her own enemy. And she conquered it. Listen to her talk to Max about her experience and how it affects her to this day, not to mention how she and her husband navigate owning and running a biotech business.

For more from Zoe: Instagram- @zoekarli and @davidkarli

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You can be really good at what you do and not know how to actually run the business part of what you do. And what does that lead to? Nothing good. And what about a partnership? What if you and your partner butt heads and have different ways of doing literally everything? Jo and Vicky of Canine Business Academy know these challenges first hand, and they talk with Max about how they not only dug deep and did the work to become a powerhouse duo using their respective strengths, but also how to scale and grow in the professional canine industry.

https://www.caninebusinessacademy.com

Podcast: Let's Talk Dog Business

Book: Let's Talk Dog Business Strategy

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Italian entrepreneur Dr. Jacopo Iasiello is an international expert in real estate investment, specializing in auctions and short sales.

Beginning his career at age 18 as a gemologist in the precious jewelry sector in Italy, creating and developing a successful jewelry franchise that boasted millions of dollars in revenue. After obtaining his Ph.D. in International Business Management, Jacopo moved to Florida to pursue his passion for real estate alongside a group of trusted investors.

Listen to him talk about his passion for helping others find their own path to personal and financial freedom.

https://www.instagram.com/jacopoiasiello/

https://healthyrichandhappy.com

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Given a 1% chance to survive a brain surgery, Amira Nystrom said "let's go for it". She did survive, but the aftermath was not easy. Called the "neighborhood puppy", she had to start all over, learn how to do everything like a child would, depend on everyone. And that was fine, but what wasn't was her recall. She couldn't remember anyone, not really, and it created anguish. A decision to move from the mainland to Hawaii was the first step in a move toward something new. She chose herself over and over and ended up in the jungle to study what else...the brain. Enter hypnotherapy and a window into the girl she always knew somewhere in there. Now she shares what helped her with others as well as hosts resilience retreats, paying it forward in the. most wonderful of ways.

For more from Amira: www.activatewithamira.com

Instagram:@traveleroflove

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