Blog & Podcast
Our blogs and podcasts are a way for you to stay connected and hear from others about their Life Design stories.
Blog Posts
Stop Chasing Happiness
There is little doubt that most, if not all, are glad to be done with the difficulty that was 2020. A global pandemic, financial crisis, unemployment, and political uncertainty made it a year where angst, anger, depression, and worry seemed to take center stage....
Jumping Into The Volcano
Have you ever had a show or movie that you loved, but never really caught on with everyone else? I think we all have one or two we could name and for me, one is Joe Versus the Volcano. Joe Versus the Volcano is a 1990 romantic comedy starring Tom Hanks and...
A Discussion With Astley Media – Project Positivity
Carlos had the opportunity to be a guest on Project Positivity where he was able to share our story, his addiction to work, and some of what he wrote about in The UnAmerican Dream. What is holding you back?...
3 Ways To Shed Your Obsession With Being Busy
We are obsessed with being busy because collectively we have come to believe that the busier we are the more important and worthy we become. Our perceived only increases, when we post about our hectic life on our social media feeds and get the throngs of affirmation and sympathy from our friends and followers.
Designing Your Marriage
Empty nest is a major life change in a marriage relationship. We have spent decades raising four children in traditional roles with Carlos as the main breadwinner and for many years me as a stay at home and then transitioning to a working mom. While this arrangement wasn’t the best for either one of us it was simply what we believed we were ‘supposed to do’. We now live in a much different relationship; one that is a true partnership.
Designing Your Life
I don’t believe that any of us intentionally set out to live a prefabricated life. I believe it is something that we gradually allow ourselves to accept . . .
Thoughts Of A Dying Man
There were other words I wanted to say - “I love you”, “I will miss you”, but I was unable to form them, I was unable to get them out and the only thing I was able to muster was to tell her that this was indeed death for me.
Happiness, Joy & Fulfillment
I believe happiness is something that we are all in search of, but often times it can seem so elusive. American's are stressed, angry & worried. So how can we change it?
The Power of Forgiveness
What if rather than hold onto our grudges and anger we chose to release, to let go of the perceived wrongs and hurts we have had, if for nothing else than our own well being.
The Life Design Podcast (Formerly The Hope, Connection & Relief Podcast)
Less is Greater Than More – A Conversation with Demian Ross of Rootless Living Magazine
Carlos and Susanne catch-up with digital nomad Demian Ross, the founder of Rootless Living Magazine.
Ross shares his story of moving from the corporate world to rootless living, what that means and how we can have much more in life, even when our material possessions are less.
Designing Your Business, Life & Marriage: A Conversation with James Carbary
In this episode, Carlos sits down with entrepreneur and founder of SweetFish Media James Carbary. James shares the journey of SweetFish, and the ups and the ups downs of being an entrepreneur. He also gives insights into how he has designed his business, his life, and his marriage and gives a parting word for those who want to do the same.
Learning from Failure by Eating Crow – A Conversation with Pete Durand.
In this episode, Carlos sit's down with entrepreneur, coach, and podcaster Pete Durand. In their conversation, they discuss Pete's path to life design, what he has learned from failures, his vibrant relationships, and learn about his tips for beginning to build a life that is fulfilling and rewarding.
Moving From Ordinary to Extraordinary By Setting World Records & Living in the Present – A Conversation with Kate Strong
What do you do when you realize your life is not what you want it to be? For Kate Strong, you do what many would think impossible and you make the ordinary extraordinary.
In this first episode of Season 2, Carlos sits down with Kate Strong to learn more about her Life Design plan, the steps she took to begin living the life she wants, and where she draws inspiration to continue to live life to it's fullest which includes setting world records and being limitless!
Changing Names and Giving Thanks for 2020
In the final episode of Season 1, Carlos and Susanne discuss the reasons why in 2021, the podcast will have a new name. They also discuss 2020 and despite it being such a difficult year, why they have reasons to be thankful.
Episode 22: Saying No to Side Hustles & The Little Moments Along the Journey – A Conversation with Joe Pulizzi
What we often forget about the journey to professional success is all of the failures along the way. Such is the story that Joe Pulizzi, husband, dad, author, and founder of The Content Marketing Institute shared with Carlos.
In this episode, you'll hear Joe talk about his professional journey - including the failures, his habit of defining goals, how he defines success, and his views on the impact our devices are having on our relationships.
Additionally, he shares insights from his failings and how he stays connected to his family.
Episode 21: Putting An End To Modern Day Slavery One Child At A Time – A Conversation with Garry McIntosh
There are more people living in slavery today than at any point in our history and 2 Million of them are children.
Operation Underground Railroad is on a mission to stop it.
In this episode, Carlos sits down with Garry McIntosh from Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R) to discuss the work he and his colleagues are doing to end child sex slavery.
Within the podcast, Garry shares his experiences in working with O.U.R., the background of the organization and how you can get involved with helping abolish modern-day slavery.
Episode 20: Communication Lessons from 28-Years Together – A Conversation with Carlos & Susanne
Carlos & Susanne discuss what they have learned about communications over their 28 years together, where they still struggle with effective communication, and how to apologize effectively.
In this episode, they talk openly about their perspectives, the work they have done and continue to do to overcome communication barriers, and the positive impact that healthy communication has had on their relationship.
Episode 19: Follow What’s Unfolding & A Legacy of Waffles – A Conversation With Jeffrey Shaw
Is planning dead? How will your build your legacy? In this episode, Carlos sits down with author, TEDx Speaker and brand consultant, Jeffrey Shaw to explore these and other questions.
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