Episodes

In this episode, we talk about getting big blasts of energy and motivation from outside. We can see a movie or a video that says things in a way that really lights our fire. Those are good and fun to receive. However, they have a shelf life. They last for a time and then the power fades. We must let that evolve. What do we do when that fades? We must learn to transform the external motivation into the internal discipline that will keep us moving. Discipline has been defined as reminding ourselv...

Anna Tsui is our special guest today. In this episode, we talk about energy and how it shapes everything you do. Ultimate is the highest expression of your curiosity and obsessions. We are here to explore and commit to that adventure. We have a predetermined set of images and activities that represent the “ultimate life.” They can be bogus. The truth is, we're living in a state of flow. Send love to people right now. Exploring things you are interested in is the most important thing. We need m...

In this episode, we finish up the series. We have all lived in the swamp of making excuses. It’s too hard, It’s not the right time. You know all these words because you have said them all. When that happens you live in the land of SUC (Serious Unintended Consequences.) You don’t need to stay there for long. We all get stuck sometimes, and we all feel as if life is out of our control. It is not true, but it seems that way at times. So what do you do? Slow down and check who you are being. Are yo...

In this episode, we talk about another possible detour. Sometimes you hear “Take Massive Action.” This is given as an encouragement to act boldly. Often it leads to a frenzy, where we are just busy doing and doing without total clarity and focus on the true outcome. There is false comfort in a frenzy. Slow down and feel joyfully into every situation. There is a time for rapid action, and there is more often that considered focused action is more effective and more powerful. Frenzy can lead to s...

In this episode, we complete the Freedom equation. After we become constant learners and focus on what we can do here and now with the gifts and opportunities before us, we create with joyful power. We are always free no matter the external circumstance, and in that freedom we are limitless. When we accept reality as it is, we are effective in creating growth and change. Sometimes we “learn, focus, procrastinate.” That comes from fear and paying attention to the dreaded WITOT (What I think Othe...

In this episode, we talk about the second part of the freedom equation. After we have chosen to be a perpetual learners, then we must do something with what we have. Each of us has gifts we were given by the divine. Choosing to focus on things we do well allows us to serve with greater power and effect. I picture a knowledge tree where each branch is full of related things. This allows us to understand a great deal and connect it to everything else that is related. Choosing to focus keeps us be...

In this episode, we talk about this first step. What is learning? Sometimes we think it is merely the accumulation of information. That is a small part of learning. When I get information, if it makes no difference in my life, then it has no real meaning. I have not actually learned anything. How can we learn? The method needs to be appropriate to the subject. If I want to learn physics, then I read and perform experiments that teach me physical principles. If I want spiritual knowledge, then t...

In this episode, we talk about three things that create freedom for me. Usually, we think of freedom as the ability to do whatever we want in an unconstrained way. Then we feel trapped because externalities constrain something we think we want to do right this minute. This is a misunderstanding of freedom. The freedom we were given by the divine and that nothing can take is the freedom to choose how we think, who we act and how we walk through the world. This stays with us no matter what. There...

In this episode, we talk about one of the first choices you make every day. When you wake up, how do you feel? Past the minor aches and stiffness, how is your heart? One thing I have now trained my mind to do is going right for the most joyous thing I can think of. I love doing that. It is so refining and fun I bought a shoulder bag in Poland in 2019. The bag was remarkable, but the best thing was the motto of the brand which was on the shopping bag – “Joy Is a Choice.” It is and I remember tha...

In this episode, we talk about a fundamental truth that is mostly ignored. We go through life thinking that our opportunities are limited by our external surroundings. We think we are stopped because of how we were born or raised. Nothing about that is true. Those things are obstacles and nothing more. The question is not can you do something, but will you do the work required to make it happen. I don’t care where you are today. You can get anything you want if you will put in the work and the ...

In this episode, we talk about something very near and dear to every person. Many places on the planet do not enjoy freedom. In the US and Canada, and many other countries, we have the ability to create life-like we want. Do we use that freedom, or do we waste it by complaining about what is missing? Freedom is so often centered around the words “I want.” If I get what I want, then I’m free. Life isn’t built so we get what we want. It is hard and full of trials and challenges. Does that mean we...

In this episode, we talk about goals. Some people hate the idea of setting goals because they always fail. Some people claim that just living day to day with whatever presents itself is the way to go. My experience teaches me that goals are useful and even powerful, but only if they are good goals. Good goals are that serve. Goals that are only for my own pleasure are tricky things. What do I sacrifice by only looking out for what I want? A better goal is to train what I want to be developing m...

In this episode, we talk about fuel. Fuel is the thing that powers anything. We have gas or diesel that powers our vehicles. Soon we will all have electricity. No matter what it is, it must be replenished. So it is with all fuel. No matter what you are trying to do, the fuel that drives you must be replenished. When was the last time you stopped and considered what is driving your day-to-day actions? I am recording this at the start of 2022. It is a new year and now is a good time to examine wh...

In this episode, we talk about limits. The old Eagles song “Take It to the Limit is one of my favorites. It is sad and wistful, yet talks about a desire and perhaps a willingness to take life to the limit. No matter how many setbacks occur, as long as we have breath, we can get up and go at it again. But, do we? What are the real limits of life? I’m 66 and I don’t know if I could ski or snowboard now as I did 15 years ago. My body may not co-operate. But, that is not a real limit. I could work ...

In this episode, we talk about growth. What makes one year better than another? Is it the circumstances? We’ve now had two years of CoronaVirus stuff. Does that mean these were two bad years? For some people, these were the best two years of their lives. How can that be true? First, we must understand that events are neutral. Stuff just happens. The meaning of any event is what we decide it is. I got sick and died in 2018. I view that as a liberating and wonderful event. Why would I say that? I...

In this episode, I reference the Broadway song, “This Could Be the Start of Something Big.” Well, is it? This is the new year. At least it is as I record this. But whenever you hear this, it is always true that this day, right here, right now is the first day of the rest of your life. Will you start something big? It really doesn’t matter where you are today. What do you want to create? Will you take control of this minute of your life for the future? The question you will answer with your very...

In this episode, we talk about starting over. I common theme in internet business is the question “If you had to start over today with nothing, what would you do?” That is a useful and interesting question. A broader application is to consider what it means to “start over.” In truth, we can never start over. More accurately, we begin a new project or move in a new direction. Previous experience and developed talent are with us no matter what we do and that is a wonderful thing. Your hardships, ...

In this episode, we talk about different ways you can serve with your unique perspective, experiences, and love. First, think about who you can serve. That might come to you based on what you have experienced. There is likely a group of people you feel most able and skilled at serving. Start there. Next are the preparations we make every day to remember who we are, who we want to be, and how we want to walk in the world. If you are content to live in mediocrity, then these questions don’t matte...

In this episode, we talk about the unique perspective we each have. We are more alike than different in the largest sense. But beneath that, we are all totally and beautifully unique. The combination of our genetics, the gifts we brought with us, and the experiences of life shape us in individual ways. That means the truly unique thing you have is your voice. Perhaps it is actually the sounds you speak or sing. More likely it is your perspective and your thinking as you share in the world. Your...

In this episode, we explore the magic of a world-traveled speaker. Orvel describes his commitment to service and loving those around him. He was a volunteer firefighter as one of many things done to serve the community. It is interesting how we learn about ourselves by looking at our experiences. Orvel was on a trip recently that included some jungle hikes to a waterfall. After a long hike, those with him jumped in the pool formed by the waterfall and swam across to the hollow behind the falls....

Today on Your Ultimate Life, Kellan talks about the blues, especially around the holidays. For many people, and at one time, Kellan, the holidays were not happy times, in fact, they were very hard. Sadness was the order of the day. Holidays are about whatever holiday it is. It's about family, about getting together, and about celebrating "Holy Days" or holidays. Whether it be anniversaries, birthdays, Christmas, the birth of Christ, Veteran's Day... we celebrate freedom, new beginnings, old year...

Kellan talks about living your ultimate life. What does this mean? Expanding on our topic of the other day regarding holidays, what is important to you? How does the holiday season make you feel? You don't need to think about "holidays" in terms of church... this has nothing to do with it. How you view a "holy-day" or holiday has to do with how you connect with your spirituality, your aura, or your being. What are you doing each day to manifest, increase and magnify this in yourself? Serving oth...

In this episode, we talk about what holidays are. What do they mean in your culture? Why do you even celebrate? Sometimes we get so caught up in the traditional view of what is supposed to be going on we forget why holidays were even specified. Are they just official days off work? Look at your last holiday. Does it mean something to you? Do you have feelings and observances that go with that past holiday? Why or why not. What about the next holiday coming up. What do you do there and why? What...

In this episode, we dive deeply into the murky realm of self-concept. I say murky, not because it has to be, but because we usually don’t go there. If you were honest, who do you think you really are. Are you a cosmic accident? Something that is just the product of your parent’s actions? Or are you more? What I know from my experience is that you are a child of God. You are a divine person, who came from a celestial home. You came here with gifts and a mission for your growth. You have help ava...