The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas

What do you really want in life?It’s one of the hardest questions we can face—personally, professionally, spiritually, and financially. And if you don’t have an immediate answer, that’s OK. Most of us don’t. But that’s where the real work begins.In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, Kelly unpacks the question his friend Mirko asked him that shook him to the core: “What do you want?” That moment led him to Proverbs 23—a passage that doesn’t hand us answers, but instead gives us the framework to discover them.You’ll hear how chasing money, fame, or the food of this world will never satisfy the hunger of the spirit—and how seeking wise counsel, applying discipline, and spending time with God aligns your heart, mind, and skills. When we guard our hearts and live from wisdom, our words and actions overflow with love and joy.Kelly also shares a powerful story about Mirko, the founder of Opus Footwear—from pushing a stranger up a hill during a charity ride in Las Vegas to building the best skate shoes on the market. His life reminds us that true leadership is about lifting others, often without recognition.👉 Want to meet Mirko? He’ll be at The VIBE Room, the live version of Kelly’s podcast happening November 5 in Carlsbad, CA. You never know who you’ll be sitting next to—sometimes, it’s the very person who will help you start asking the right questions.––––––This Episode Is Brought To You By🌟 Cardenas Law Group – Protecting what matters most. https://cardenaslawgroup.com🌟 Inchstones: The Vibe Within – Transform your life one Inchstone at a time. https://a.co/d/4CYg4vG🌟 The VIBE Method™ Framework – Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), Skills (actions). https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c👉 Discover all exclusive partners and offers here: https://solo.to/kellycardenas––––––LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/attitude-determines-altitude-the-kelly-cardenas-podcast/id1330521935🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2V9Z9YStz6UXh4lzp0Zj2T––––––MORE WAYS TO VIBE WITH US ABOUT THE SHOW📩 The VIBE Report Newsletter: https://kellycardenas.substack.com📘 Inchstones: The Vibe Within (Book): https://a.co/d/4CYg4vG📘 The VIBE Method™ (Book): https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c🎥 Clips Channel: [Insert link once live]🌎 Official Website: https://kellycardenas.com––––––The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast exists to transform leadership and life one Inchstone at a time. The VIBE is not just the energy you bring—it’s the way people feel when you leave. Through the lens of The VIBE Method™—Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), and Skills (actions)—Kelly brings humor, authenticity, and powerful conversations to help you align who you are with how you show up in the world.––––––📲 Follow Kelly Cardenas:Instagram: https://instagram.com/therealkellycardenasLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kelly-cardenas-4568129TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@therealkellycardenasSolo.to: https://solo.to/kellycardenas📲 Follow Opus Footwear:Instagram: https://instagram.com/opusfootwearWebsite: https://opusfootwear.com

Encouragement isn’t just nice to have—it’s the ultimate unfair advantage in life and business. In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, I share a lesson from my Pops: the one thing we fail at the most and work at the least is communication. Sometimes that communication is a question, other times it’s silence—but most often, it’s the kind word that sparks a fire inside all of us.From walking with my daughter Brooklyn, to studying Proverbs 20, to growing up as a military brat on bases across the U.S., I’ve seen firsthand that encouragement changes everything. Military life gave me an “unfair advantage”: no favoritism, no judgment, just unity, discipline, and character. That same advantage applies today in leadership, business, and relationships—because encouragement fuels connection, wisdom sharpens perspective, and action proves commitment.In this episode, we’ll explore:Why encouragement is wisdom in actionHow Proverbs 20 gives us practical, timeless guidanceThe unfair advantage of growing up in a community built on unity and accountabilityWhy talk is cheap, but encouragement is pricelessHow to align heart, mind, and skills to make encouragement your daily practiceWhether you’re leading a business, raising a family, or simply trying to get through the day, this episode will remind you: a kind word can shift the atmosphere, strengthen relationships, and spark transformation.A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSINCHSTONES PLAYBOOKhttps://a.co/d/hil3nloSUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER⁠https://thevibebykellycardenas.substack.com?r=4nn6y5&utm_medium=ios⁠BUY THE VIBE BOOK ⁠⁠https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c⁠⁠ BUY BLING ⁠⁠https://shop.kellycardenas.com/products/kelly-cardenas-salon-bling⁠⁠ CARDENAS LAW GROUPhttps://www.cardenaslawgroup.com/THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD ON THE PLANEThttps://www.lulusmexicanfood.com/EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - BROOKLYN CARDENAS ⁠⁠https://www.brooklyncardenas.com/⁠⁠

THE VIBEwith Kelly Cardenas presents FREEDOM - The truth will set you freeA HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSINCHSTONES PLAYBOOKhttps://a.co/d/hil3nloSUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER⁠https://thevibebykellycardenas.substack.com?r=4nn6y5&utm_medium=ios⁠BUY THE VIBE BOOK ⁠⁠https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c⁠⁠ BUY BLING ⁠⁠https://shop.kellycardenas.com/products/kelly-cardenas-salon-bling⁠⁠ CARDENAS LAW GROUPhttps://www.cardenaslawgroup.com/THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD ON THE PLANEThttps://www.lulusmexicanfood.com/EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - BROOKLYN CARDENAS ⁠⁠https://www.brooklyncardenas.com/⁠⁠

THE VIBE with Kelly Cardenas presents Terra started as a hairstylist with just a few hundred dollars to her name, packing up everything she owned and moving across the country to Las Vegas in pursuit of something bigger. It didn’t take long for Terra to uncover the power of high-ticket services, specifically, hair extensions, as a pathway to financial freedom.But when the industry continued to fall short with poor-quality products, Terra refused to settle. Instead, she built her own solution. That bold decision led to the creation of Harper Ellis Hair Co., now a multi-8-figure hair extension and education brand trusted by thousands of salon professionals across the country.Terra didn’t stop at product innovation. Recognizing a broken salon model that was holding both stylists and owners back, she set out to build something better. She is the founder of Strata Salon Systems. A disruptive business model that’s shaking up the industry and rewriting the rules.Terra’s mission is clear: stylists should no longer trade all of their time for money, and salon owners deserve to scale profitable, wealth-building empires.https://www.harperellishair.com/A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSINCHSTONES PLAYBOOKhttps://a.co/d/hil3nloSUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER⁠https://thevibebykellycardenas.substack.com?r=4nn6y5&utm_medium=ios⁠BUY THE VIBE BOOK ⁠⁠https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c⁠⁠ BUY BLING ⁠⁠https://shop.kellycardenas.com/products/kelly-cardenas-salon-bling⁠⁠ CARDENAS LAW GROUPhttps://www.cardenaslawgroup.com/THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD ON THE PLANEThttps://www.lulusmexicanfood.com/EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - BROOKLYN CARDENAS ⁠⁠https://www.brooklyncardenas.com/⁠⁠

You’re either walking into the fire, standing in the fire, or coming out of the fire. The fire is life’s trials—the setbacks, the heat, the refining moments that shape us. In this episode, Kelly unpacks Proverbs 17 and shows why the fire isn’t meant to destroy you but to separate, refine, and purify you.From real-life stories of business challenges, family lessons, and friendships forged in tough seasons, Kelly reveals a road map for navigating trials with wisdom, heart, and intentional action. You’ll learn:Why separation always comes before refinement.How the purification process works in your faith, relationships, and business.Why generosity, discipline, and honoring family are all fuel for resilience.How aligning your heart (beliefs), mind (intentions), and skills (actions) creates an unshakable VIBE.Plus, Kelly shares insights from the 7-Day Proverbs Challenge using his Inchstones: The Vibe Within workbook, and a special invitation to join him at The Vibe Room—November 5th in Carlsbad, featuring music, comedy, legendary guests, and exclusive pours from Transcendence Wine.This episode is about finding strength in the fire and coming out not smelling of smoke—but shining brighter than ever.A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSINCHSTONES PLAYBOOKhttps://a.co/d/hil3nloSUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER⁠https://thevibebykellycardenas.substack.com?r=4nn6y5&utm_medium=ios⁠BUY THE VIBE BOOK ⁠⁠https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c⁠⁠ BUY BLING ⁠⁠https://shop.kellycardenas.com/products/kelly-cardenas-salon-bling⁠⁠ CARDENAS LAW GROUPhttps://www.cardenaslawgroup.com/THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD ON THE PLANEThttps://www.lulusmexicanfood.com/EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - BROOKLYN CARDENAS ⁠⁠https://www.brooklyncardenas.com/⁠⁠

They told us “sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” But let’s be real—words shape destinies, heal wounds, and can break spirits faster than any stone ever could.In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, we explore the true power of words through the lens of Proverbs 15:Why a gentle answer can transform conflict into peace.How your words reveal the condition of your heart.The connection between what you consume (eyes, ears, senses) and what overflows from your spirit.Why discipline in your speech pays dividends in joy, wisdom, health, and even wealth.This isn’t just theory—it’s a simple blueprint for daily living. When you fill your heart with light, it spills out through your words, bringing life to everyone around you.💡 Reflection for the week: Where can you shift your words from reaction to restoration, and breathe life into the situation?✨ Whether you’re listening on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watching on YouTube, this message will challenge you to check your inputs, guard your heart, and let your words heal instead of harm.A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSINCHSTONES PLAYBOOKhttps://a.co/d/hil3nloSUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER⁠https://thevibebykellycardenas.substack.com?r=4nn6y5&utm_medium=ios⁠BUY THE VIBE BOOK ⁠⁠https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c⁠⁠ BUY BLING ⁠⁠https://shop.kellycardenas.com/products/kelly-cardenas-salon-bling⁠⁠ CARDENAS LAW GROUPhttps://www.cardenaslawgroup.com/THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD ON THE PLANEThttps://www.lulusmexicanfood.com/EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - BROOKLYN CARDENAS ⁠⁠https://www.brooklyncardenas.com/⁠⁠

THE VIBE with Kelly Cardenas presentsGreg “Olskool Ice-Gre” Lewis – Is an author, public speaker, and motivational dream influencer. Leveraging his career in entertainment into a full-service multi-media management and production company, Honest Management LLC., this A&R, Chi-town representative, and Hip Hop artist-turned-businessman – stands out for his ability to identify, nurture and elevate true talent. He is the male half of the legendary Chicago rap duo Abstract Mindstate and the voice of ACH. In 2023 he wrote and pitched a proposal to the Recording Academy to expand the Rap/HipHop category at the Grammys by adding a new genre he calls Adult Contemporary Hip Hop (ACH). Although the idea was highly considered they ultimately passed. A few months later his vision was realized when the Hollywood Independent Music Awards accepted his proposal. His goals with ACH are on-going as well as developments with his L.A. based company, Honest Management LLC, but with a concentrated emphasis on consulting, artist development, film, and television projects.https://www.irefusetoquit.com/A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSINCHSTONES PLAYBOOKhttps://a.co/d/hil3nloSUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER⁠https://thevibebykellycardenas.substack.com?r=4nn6y5&utm_medium=ios⁠BUY THE VIBE BOOK ⁠⁠https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c⁠⁠ BUY BLING ⁠⁠https://shop.kellycardenas.com/products/kelly-cardenas-salon-bling⁠⁠ CARDENAS LAW GROUPhttps://www.cardenaslawgroup.com/THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD ON THE PLANEThttps://www.lulusmexicanfood.com/EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - BROOKLYN CARDENAS ⁠⁠https://www.brooklyncardenas.com/⁠⁠

THE VIBEwith Kelly Cardenas presentsEver had everything lined up perfectly—only to watch it all fall apart because of one tiny overlooked detail? In this episode, Kelly Cardenas shares a hilarious but powerful story about spilling a protein shake all over his outfit and what it revealed about life, leadership, and Proverbs 9.From wardrobe malfunctions to forgotten Garth Brooks tickets, Kelly unpacks how wisdom and foolishness often sound the same—but only one leads to lasting results. The key? Securing the “top” by bringing God into every detail of your daily life.Through the Inchstones approach (small, intentional steps forward), Kelly shows how aligning heart, mind, and skills with The VIBE Method™ unlocks transformation:Heart (Belief): Respecting God as the foundation of wisdom.Mind (Intentions): Checking your decisions against truth, not just convenience.Skills (Actions): Securing the “top” so everything else holds together.Join the 7-day Proverbs challenge, explore how small Inchstones create lasting impact, and reflect on the one area in your life that needs the “top” secured. Plus, get the inside scoop on The VIBE Room live event, November 5—an unforgettable night of music, comedy, and conversations that can change your life.

What does it really mean to smell good in life, leadership, and faith? In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, Kelly shares a powerful lesson inspired by his 13-year-old son’s bold statement: “Dad, I know how to smell good.”From cologne collections to Proverbs 5, this message unpacks how God calls us to live with wisdom, avoid shiny distractions, and walk in alignment with who He designed us to be. Kelly connects this truth to The VIBE Method™—where transformation begins by aligning your:Heart (Belief System): Do your values smell good to those around you?Mind (Intentions): Are your thoughts tuned to wisdom, not foolishness?Skills (Actions): Do your choices create a lasting, irresistible vibe?This is more than a devotional—it’s a real-world playbook for faith, leadership, and relationships. Kelly shares how to work your land, why wisdom and foolishness never mix, and why contentment with God’s plan will always smell better than chasing shiny distractions.Key Takeaways:Proverbs 5 reveals how to “smell good” in God’s eyesWhy wisdom creates swagger and foolishness creates stenchHow The VIBE Method™ helps align Heart, Mind, and SkillsThe Inchstones approach to growth → Inchstones BookReflection Question: What intentional action can you take today to make your Heart, Mind, and Skills align—and create a VIBE that smells good in God’s eyes? Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment what verse or principle hit your heart most!

THE VIBE with Kelly Cardenas presents Leigh Steinberg, premier sports agent, entrepreneur, best-selling author, and Chairman of Leigh Steinberg Sports and Entertainment Holdings, is best known for his work building athletes into stand-alone brands. He is often credited as the real-life inspiration for the Oscar-winning film Jerry Maguire. During his 50-year career, Leigh has represented many of the most successful athletes and coaches in football, basketball, baseball, hockey, boxing, and golf, including the number one overall pick in the NFL draft for an unprecedented eight times in conjunction with 64 total first round picks. With an unrivaled history of record-setting contracts, Leigh has secured over $4 billion for his 300+ pro athlete clients and directed more than $1 billion to various charities around the world.Over the course of his career, Leigh has been featured on numerous national television programs, including 60 Minutes, Larry King Live, The Today Show, Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous, and many more. He has been profiled in a host of magazines, including Business Week, Sports Illustrated, ESPN the Magazine, People, Forbes, Playboy, GQ, and FHM. He currently resides in Newport Beach, CA. A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSINCHSTONES PLAYBOOKhttps://a.co/d/hil3nloSUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER⁠https://thevibebykellycardenas.substack.com?r=4nn6y5&utm_medium=ios⁠BUY THE VIBE BOOK ⁠⁠https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c⁠⁠ BUY BLING ⁠⁠https://shop.kellycardenas.com/products/kelly-cardenas-salon-bling⁠⁠ CARDENAS LAW GROUPhttps://www.cardenaslawgroup.com/THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD ON THE PLANEThttps://www.lulusmexicanfood.com/EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - BROOKLYN CARDENAS ⁠⁠https://www.brooklyncardenas.com/⁠⁠