Cancer Sucks with Michelle Rapkin
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by Rod Cate
3w ago
In this week’s episode, we learn the story of Michelle Rapkin. Michelle is a three time cancer survivor who was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma for the first time in 2000. She tells her story of battling cancer and navigating her life through this time. Throughout it all, she balanced her career in the publishing industry, self-care, and personal life. She’s written a book entitled “Cancer Sucks, but You Can Get Through It.” A practical guide for those diagnosed with cancer and their friends and family. This is an inspirational and informative episode.   Key Takeaways - Worrying doe ..read more
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Exam Your Purpose with Jacki Semerau Tait
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by Rod Cate
1M ago
In this week’s episode, we learn the story of Jacki Semerau Tait. Jacki was a real estate agent when the great recession hit. She lost all of her sources of income, couldn’t pay her mortgage, and she and her two daughters had to move back into her parents house. It got worse from there. She tells her story about how she had only 4 one dollar bills to her name, her entire net worth, but used that as a catalyst to launch into her dream life. Key Takeaways  Don’t ignore the reality when things are going wrong. It’s fine to have the breakdown or feeling of being overwhelmed, but limit the tim ..read more
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The Ability To Adapt with Coach Tim Weaver
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by Rod Cate
1M ago
In this week's episode, we learn the story of Coach Tim Weaver. Coach Weaver has been a football coach at the college level for over 30 years, consisting of seven different college jobs. He's presently the defensive coordinator at Brown University. He gives great life advice based upon his years of working in a profession with constant uncertainty.   Key Takeaways  Before reacting to a sudden bad circumstance, take a pause and figure out where you want to be in the near future and how you are going to get there.  For young people, the ability to communicate is most important in ..read more
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Seeing The Light With Theresa Contaxis
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by Rod Cate
1M ago
In this week’s episode, we learn the story of Theresa Contaxis. Theresa had a tough childhood where she was bullied and, as an adult, had feelings of anger, jealousy, and insecurity. After the birth of her third child, she became extremely depressed and was determined to overcome it and begin living her best life. She tells the story about her journey of spiritual enlightenment and gives advice on how to find your place in this world.  Key Takeaways - True joy comes from within. - We are all connected in this life. Life is better when you stay connected with others, yourself and this worl ..read more
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Making A Difference With Olivier Charles 
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by Rod Cate
2M ago
In this week’s episode, we learn the story of Olivier Charles. When Olivier was 10 years old, his family fled Haiti on a boat that was barely seaworthy. They eventually made it to the United States. He tells his story of navigating life and eventually rising to the position of President of Bishop State Community College in Mobile, Alabama. Key Episode Takeaways - Tough times don’t always last, but embrace the hard times.  - Find a purpose. Do something to make a difference in others’ lives. - Everybody’s got to do something hard in life. Don’t run away from difficult challenges. - Pain do ..read more
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Find Your Solution with Brad Schaeffer
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by Rod Cate
2M ago
In this week’s episode, we learn the story of Brad Schaeffer. Just after his 16th birthday, Brad’s father, a Korean War Veteran, committed suicide. Brad talks about the loss of his father, how it affected him and how it prepared him for life and his career. Brad was a trader on the iconic commodities exchange trading floors and talks about that experience and life lessons. He’s an author who has captured much about what he talks about on this pod cast in his books. This is a great episode. Key Episode Takeaways - No one owes you a living. Take control of your life. - When things don’t go your ..read more
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Small Victories With Spinal Cord Injury Survivor Aaron Payne
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by Rod Cate
2M ago
In this week’s episode, we learn the story of Aaron Payne. Aaron suffered a broken neck and spinal cord injury in a diving accident when he was 19 years old. The injury left him with significant paralysis, and he is wheelchair-bound. He’s 37 years old, has a great job, and has lived a productive life. He tells his story of continuing to move forward in life.  Key Takeaways - Life can be a rollercoaster of emotion and challenges that you have to deal with. There are always obstacles to overcome. - Do what it takes to figure out where you fit in best at work and in life. - Bad days happen ..read more
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Betting On Yourself: Christina Cook’s Triumph Over Gambling Addiction
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by Rod Cate
3M ago
In this episode, we learn the story of Christina Cook. Christina is a former gambling addict. She now is over 1000 days without making any bets. She tells her story of becoming an addict, hitting rock bottom and her recovery. When we think of gambling addicts, we typically think of men. Christina’s story enlightens us on gambling addiction from a female perspective. She gives her advice on overcoming gambling addiction and dealing with and overcoming adversity. Christina hosts her own podcast called The Broke Girl Society created for women struggling with problem gambling. Enjoy this great epi ..read more
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Control What You Can Control with Jordan Patterson
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by Rod Cate
3M ago
In this episode, we learn the story of Jordan Patterson. Jordan played seven years as a professional baseball player, mainly grinding it out in the minors with a brief stint in the major leagues with the Colorado Rockies. In 2020, he realized it was time for a new career and is now finishing his 3rd year of law school. He tells his story of the ups and downs of battling to make it to the major leagues, being so close, making it briefly, and realizing when it was time to move on. He provides great life lessons based on his experiences.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Life doesn’t always work out like you t ..read more
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Unlocking Life Lessons with Judge John England Jr.
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by Rod Cate
4M ago
In this week's episode, we learn the story of The Honorable John England, Jr. Judge England, a retired circuit court judge and former Alabama Supreme Court Justice. He was a student at Tuskegee University during the height of the Civil Rights Movement. He was in the first class of African Americans admitted to the University of Alabama Law School. He has lived a spectacular life. He provides great insights, advice and life lessons. This is an episode not to be missed.  Key Takeaways  Life has its ups and downs. Sometimes you think it's your time, but it's not. But you have to stay re ..read more
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