The Better Than Rich Show

In this episode of the Better than Rich show, host Mike Abramowitz sits down with the globally renowned executive trainer and life coach, Marcia Martin. As one of the first 20 people to ever go through the Landmark program, which has touched the lives of millions, Marcia brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. The conversation kicks off with Marcia diving deep into the topic of how women can communicate their needs effectively to men without feeling vulnerable. Using the analogy of surfing, she emphasizes the importance of staying present and going with the flow. Marcia also shares her personal experience working with some of the biggest names in the personal growth industry such as Tony Robbins, Jack Canfield, and Don Miguel Ruiz. She offers her unique perspective on how women can excel in both masculine and feminine leadership roles. Trusting your intuition, learning from mistakes, and having resilience to bounce back from any decision are also key points she stresses. As the conversation comes to a close, Marcia shares her thoughts on what the world needs most today. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their communication skills and take their personal growth to the next level. Topics Covered: 00:00:00 Discovering the Balance of Masculine and Feminine Energy in Relationships 00:02:40 Meet Marcia Martin: A Renowned Leader with 300,000 Followers 00:07:10 The Lessons Learned from a Decade at Landmark: Experiences and Growth 00:09:12 Reflections on Building a Successful Organization 00:13:19 My Experience as an Intern with a Clairvoyant Shaman Teacher and Healer 00:17:24 The Art of Flowing with Life: Finding Balance Before Taking Action 00:19:07 The Impact of Choice and Commitment in Creation 00:25:07 The Importance of Perspective 00:27:34 A Look at Women's Fear of Attractiveness 00:32:25 Women and Receiving: Letting Go of Control 00:33:04 Masculinity is Not About Being the Boss: Embrace Your Own Style 00:37:49 Reflecting on the Last Time You Cried: A Look at Emotional Release 00:45:43 Men Bring Romance, Women Bring Sex: How to Make Her Feel Treasured and Adored 00:48:23 The Rise of Human Potential Trainers in the 1980s Links and Resources Marcia Martin's Website Marcia Martin Club Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Connect with The Better Than Rich Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Linkedin

Are you ready for an inspiring story that will leave you motivated and uplifted? In this episode, we sit down with world champion diver Laura Wilkinson, who shares her incredible journey of overcoming adversity and achieving greatness. From the power of believing in yourself and the importance of letting children learn from their own mistakes, to the challenges of pursuing a dream that doesn't pay and the joys of parenthood, Laura's story has it all. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from a true champion and be inspired by her journey. Tune in now to hear Laura Wilkinson's empowering story of resilience and determination. Topics Covered 00:00:00 - Olympic Diver Makes a Comeback After Overcoming Retirement and Injury to Qualify for 2021 Trials 00:03:52 - Amazing Dive Captivates Crowd at Welcome Event 00:07:47 - Pursuing Big Dreams Despite the Fear of Rejection 00:09:04 - The Impact of One Conversation: Letting Go of Negative Thinking 00:12:14 - The Benefits of Hands-off Parenting: Teaching Responsibility and Knowing When to Move On 00:14:20 - Unique Paths to Sports: Different Ways of Learning and Timing 00:15:44 - Competitive Swimming: A Mix of Technicality and Acrobatics 00:18:09 - Overcoming the Technical Challenges of Diving: Achieving Balance through Mindset and Skill 00:19:56 - Conquering Fear and Strengthening Self-Relationship 00:23:45 - Making a Comeback through Letting Go 00:27:44 - Learning to Let Go and Achieve Success Again 00:29:54 - The Consequences of a Fixed Mindset: Reflections on a Tattoo 00:31:45 - Exploring the Financial Side of Olympic Gold Medalists 00:34:11 - Balancing Diving and Part-time Work 00:38:50 - Life Lessons from Laura: A Gift to My Life 00:40:14 - Smart Decision for Safety: Dealing with Pressure 00:43:27 - Growing through Adoption Challenges 00:48:03 - Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking: A Journey of Growth 00:51:04 - The Importance of Healthy Communication Links and Resources Laura's website Team USA Bio Instagram Facebook Connect with The Better Than Rich Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Linkedin

On today's episode of the Better Than Rich Show, we are pleased to have Stacey Santonastasso as our guest. Stacey is the mother of Nick Santonastasso, and she will be sharing her story of learning that her son had no legs during a 19 week ultrasound. Despite this difficult news, Stacey and her family found strength in their faith and determination to raise Nick just like their other children. She also discusses how the community responded to Nick and how she managed people's reactions. Stacey believes that having a loving family and self-love are more valuable than any amount of wealth. If you would like to support Stacey and her mission, you can purchase her book on Amazon. Topics Covered 00:00:00 Building A Beautiful Life: An Interview With Stacey Santonastasso  00:02:33 Parenting Extraordinary Children: A Tale Of Defying Limits  00:05:45 Reflecting On An Inspiring Episode: A Family's Journey  00:10:04 The Rewards Of Vulnerability In Hard Times  00:13:30 Deep Understanding: He Will Thrive From Birth And Achieve More Than Expected  00:18:50 Developing Fine Motor Skills With Delicious Finger Foods  00:22:08 Nurturing Children To Become Independent And Contributing Members Of Society  00:25:13 Embracing Who They Are: Reflections On Nick's Personality  00:27:29 Upholding Nick's Right To Choose: Parents' Early Decision To Postpone Physical Changes  00:29:17 Nick's Unique Adventures: Skateboarding, Wrestling, And More  00:40:30 Cultivating Faith In Trying Times  00:44:10 Taking Each Day As It Comes And Living A Fulfilling Life Links and Resources Stacey Santonastasso Links Born to Break the Boundaries Website Instagram Connect with The Better Than Rich Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Linkedin

Cathy Christen recommends delegating tasks to people in their twenties or thirties, as they are more likely to have better habits than those in their forties or fifties. She suggest creating systems and standard operating procedures so that if something happens to the lead person, someone else can pick up and execute. Cathy Christen also talks about their passion for women in business and how they have been helping young ladies thrive by pulling in tens of thousands of dollars per month in passive income. She recommends diversifying investments across different sectors so that you can protect yourself from recession. Lastly, she discuss their book which focuses on how to think bigger, create a bigger vision, and sustain it through habits and energy management tools. Topics Covered 00:00:00 Interview With Cathy Kristin: A Mom On A Mission To Leave The World Better Than She Found it 00:06:50 Leading Through People: Advice On Structuring Staff Meetings And Delegating Control 00:12:52 Creating Standard Operating Procedures: A Necessity For Business Success 00:15:25 Creating Systems For Success: Taking Time To Invest In Your Business 00:21:31 Developing A CEO/operator For Business Success 00:24:04 Women In Business: Balancing Motherhood And Career Links and Resources Cathy's Website - https://www.cathychristen.com/ Buy Life as a Masterpiece: Design and Live a Life You Love Today - Amazon Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathy-christen-901054127/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cathyvchristen/?hl=en Connect with The Better Than Rich Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Linkedin

Where did we go wrong as a species? Why is there so much hate and chaos in the modern world? It all comes down to one thing - we've lost our sense of community. We've become so isolated and uncaring that we're afraid of our neighbors. It's time we went back to our indigenous ways where community was everything. Dr. Brian Thomas Lumb is an experienced chiropractor and owner of Nourish & Flourish. He helps entrepreneurs, business owners, and top performers access their Genius and live as aligned, authentic, and energized leaders. In today's episode, Dr. Lumb shares what people can do to be who they truly are and bring their unique gifts to the world. Tune in to learn what you can do today to transform your trauma and stress into ease, vitality, and fulfillment. Topics Covered 00:00 Introduction 02:28 Who is Dr. Brian Thomas Lumb? 04:28 Brian's mantra: If you're in front of me, you're important 07:12 Brian's first encounter with Reiki, a Japanese hands-on healing technique 09:53 How to discern true masters of a craft 14:40 The two main types of experts 16:29 Why Brian chose to become a chiropractor 19:04 The true purpose and philosophy of chiropractic 21:03 The confluence between the spine, the nerve system, and the energy body 24:14 Why do humans assume they're a more superior species? 26:55 The condor and the eagle 31:40 The future of man depends on community 36:12 We need to learn how to manage our emotions better 38:33 Why Brian feels business is the cutting edge of spirituality 40:10 Connecting to the very thing that makes you whole 45:23 Keys to unlocking life's biggest mysteries 48:30 Community is where the magic happens 50:10 Brian shares what it's like to be a married man 55:05 Closing questions 55:29 Brian's definition of being better than rich 01:00:40 Closing notes Links and Resources Nourish & Flourish on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NourishFlourishNow/ Nourish and Flow website - https://nourishflourishnow.com/ Brian's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-t-lumb-4593402b/ Brian's Website - https://www.geniusfrequency.com/ The Healing Wisdom of Africa: Finding Life Purpose Through Nature, Ritual, and Community by Malidoma Patrice Some - https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Wisdom-Africa-Finding-Community/dp/087477991X Connect with The Better Than Rich Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Linkedin

What is the difference between feminine and masculine energies -- and how can we rebalance polarity in our bodies or personal relationships? Conflicts in any relationship arise when two masculine energies come forward and clash. So, for any relationship to move forward with a clear sense of direction, feminine and masculine energies should nourish and complement each other - but the masculine should always take the lead. In today's episode, host Andrew Biggs sits down with David Lea to discuss trauma-informed healing and how a better understanding of masculine and feminine energies leads to better relationships. David is a leadership, life, and relationship coach on a mission to serve and support high-achieving professionals to optimize their purpose & passion in life and relationships. He uses trauma-informed polarity coaching to help men and women discover transformational healing to reveal extraordinary relationships. Topics Covered 00:00 Introduction 02:17 The reason for conflict in all types of relationships 06:44 Why there is no such thing as partnerships 07:50 Living life through a masculine-feminine lens 11:32 Understand the wounded masculine and feminine energies 13:32 David's definition of trauma 15:02 Can trauma be passed down from one generation to the next? 19:00 Love your trauma to heal your trauma 23:34 Why time cannot heal deep wounds 26:20 The modern confusion around masculine and feminine energies 31:06 Men and women should embrace their masculine and feminine energies 33:04 How to rewrite the story of an unhealthy relationship 36:43 Asking for help is the only road to healing 40:53 Why healing is the best thing you could do for your kids 46:20 Closing quick-fire questions 47:36 David's definition of better than rich 48:52 Parting thoughts Links and Resources David's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/daringdeeplycoaching/ David's Website - https://daring-deeply.com/ The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. - https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748 Claim Your Power by Mastin Kipp Connect with The Better Than Rich Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Linkedin

Was your childhood a nightmare? The universe is asking you a question: what are you willing to do to become the hero of your own story? You can choose to be the victim, or you can choose to be the hero. It all comes down to you. Michael Unbroken is an entrepreneur, best-selling author, coach, speaker, and advocate for survivors of childhood trauma. He is on a mission to guide and create a baseline for people to understand what it takes to rebuild the relationship with their current self by healing their hurt inner child. In today's episode, Michael reveals the tools you can use to heal and overcome childhood trauma, narcissistic abuse, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and mental health issues. Listen in for some real and practical advice on how to heal your body and mind, stop limiting beliefs, end self-sabotage, and become the HERO of your own story. Topics Covered 00:00 Introduction 01:50 Who is Michael Unbroken? 04:21 How to mitigate the possibility of hitting rock bottom 07:29 Michael's origin story 10:14 Remember that all your decisions have consequences 14:04 Is money the solution to everything? 15:41 Clarity is the most important aspect of better decision making 19:53 How to make new and better decisions every time 23:44 The mistakes Michael made from age 26 to 30 27:39 Saying yes to loving yourself 30:08 Ways to build and preserve better boundaries 33:58 When people cross or disrespect your boundaries 37:29 The parasympathetic nervous system explained 41:10 Educate yourself on your parasympathetic nervous system 44:36 How Michael is continuing to make his dreams come true 47:25 Why you need to trust your intuition and act on it 50:56 What to expect from the Healing and Recovery Conference 52:57 Closing questions 55:29 Michael's definition of being better than rich 56:18 Parting thoughts Links and Resources Michael's YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/MichaelUnbroken/videos Connect with Michael on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michaelunbroken/ Reserve your seat for the Unbroken Con here - https://unbrokencon.com/ The Think Unbroken Podcast - https://www.thinkunbrokenpodcast.com/ Radical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life With the Heart of a Buddha by Tara Brach - https://www.amazon.com/Radical-Acceptance-Embracing-Heart-Buddha/dp/0553380990 Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds by David Goggins Connect with The Better Than Rich Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Linkedin

What if there was a way to regain your freedom and accumulate wealth, all without hustling your way to burnout? Chris Larsen is the founder and principal of Next Level income. He bought his first single-family rental at age 21 and has so far been actively involved in over $1 billion real estate acquisitions. In addition to real estate, Chris owns multiple car wash locations across the southeast. Since retiring after 18 years in the medical device industry, he dedicates his time to helping others become financially independent through education and investment opportunities. In today’s episode, Chris shares practical strategies you can implement today to start creating a foundation of wealth for your future. He also dives deep into leveraging your whole life insurance policy to create cash deals and enjoy true freedom from passive income. Topics Covered 00:00 Introduction 02:28 How Chris got into the real estate business 05:37 Passive income is the fastest path to true freedom 07:09 Understand that Lucrative deals are everywhere 10:25 Ways to get started in real estate investing 15:31 How to invest in real estate with little or no money 17:05 Become your own bank with whole life insurance 19:07 Is whole life insurance worth it? 22:40 When to put money in a qualified plan 24:07 Life insurance is a tool, not an investment 30:13 Why whole life insurance gets a bad rep 33:06 What is cash flow investing? 36:48 How to get cash from your life insurance policy 37:40 The role of depreciation in real estate investing 41:26 Why Chris believes the world needs more financial literacy 42:34 Chris’ go-to resources for self-improvement 43:31 Chris’ definition of being better than rich 44:15 Parting thoughts Links and Resources Connect with Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nextlevelincome/ Website - Nextlevelincome.com/ The Next Level Income Show - https://www.nextlevelincome.com/podcast Get Your Free Book & Audiobook Here - https://www.nextlevelincome.com/book Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki - https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dad-Poor-Teach-Middle/dp/1612680194 Becoming Your Own Banker: Unlock the Infinite Banking Concept by R. Nelson Nash Connect with The Better Than Rich Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Linkedin

Want to learn how to find and get booked on speaking gigs? Grant Baldwin is a nationally known speaker, podcaster, and author who has helped thousands of people start and build their own speaking businesses. Over the last 13 years, Grant has spoken to over 500,000 people in 47 different states. In today’s episode, Grant shares how you can consistently find speaking gigs, build relationships in your industry, and become known as an authority. He also reveals business tactics, speaking tips, and insider strategies to help you uncover your unique story and land your first speaking gig. Topics Covered 00:00 Introduction 00:30 SPEAK: The speaker success roadmap 05:25 Steps to starting a speaking career from scratch 07:17 Limiting beliefs and how to overcome them 09:04 Mistakes to avoid when building your speaking business 13:35 The main measures for professional speaking success 16:35 Knowing when and how to scale your business 19:36 Why you need to hire good people and get out of their way 21:50 How to build a life that supports your business 24:55 Embrace the seasonality of life 25:41 Ways to build intentionality in your marriage 27:29 How to create healthy boundaries in your life 31:54 Why Andrew and his wife decided to homeschool their kids 35:35 Dos and Don’ts of successful homeschooling 38:57 How to design life on your own terms 40:49 Andrew’s go-to resources for self-improvement 41:36 Andrew’s definition of being better than rich 42:48 Parting thoughts Links and Resources Connect with Dustin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/grantbaldwin The Speaker Lab: https://thespeakerlab.com/ The Speaker Lab Podcast: https://thespeakerlab.com/podcast/ The Successful Speaker: Five Steps for Booking Gigs, Getting Paid, and Building Your Platform by Grant Baldwin: https://www.amazon.com/Successful-Speaker-Booking-Building-Platform/dp/0801094089 ReWork: Change the Way You Work Forever Paperback by David Heinemeier Hansson: https://www.amazon.in/ReWork-Change-Way-Work-Forever/dp/0091929784 Connect with The Better Than Rich Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Linkedin

Do you know the unique transformation required to reach elite status in all aspects of life? Are you struggling to overcome the fear of the unknown and unleash your natural gifts? The good news is you have the power to reprogram your mind for a happier, more productive life. The even better news is you don’t have to wait; the time is now. Trey Colley is a world-class entrepreneur and officially our youngest-ever guest. The 22-year-old is on a mission to help others discover the true power of the mind, body, and soul. From an early age, Trey believed he was destined for greatness, and his professional journey is a testament to his willingness to challenge the status quo. Tune in to hear how Trey built his business from the ground up and successfully helped brands collectively gain over a hundred million followers. Although young, his wisdom will free you from complacency and bring you closer to your true potential. Topics Covered 00:00 Introduction 01:58 Growing a brand and what it means 03:32 Why Instagram is like a digital business card 06:45 How to grow your organic reach on social media 10:43 Benefits of following social media trends to expand your reach 12:49 You must set deadlines for your goals 14:05 How the law of reciprocity works on social media 17:03 How to use the law of attraction for business success 22:55 Successful businesses are built on client satisfaction 27:05 What is a celebrity giveaway? 30:09 How to use celebrity giveaways to build social proof 33:01 Be willing to take less profit to do more business 34:32 Trey’s journey to his first 10k month 39:36 The ups and downs of being an entrepreneur 41:50 Money can distract you from your life’s mission 44:07 Using money to buy back lost time 46:25 Great examples of life beyond the money 49:51 Trey’s motivation for making more money 54:39 Influencing people comes with a lot of responsibilities 56:01 How to connect with Trey 58:23 Closing questions 01:03:45 Trey’s definition of better than rich 01:05:03 Parting thoughts Links and Resources S99 Agency - https://s99agency.com/ Trey’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treycolley/ Trey’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS98wPFQecJNRLvJuhSUYUg Connect with Trey on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@treycolleyy The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber: https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Revisited-Small-Businesses-About/dp/0887307280 Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Connect with The Better Than Rich Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Linkedin