Welcome back to Part 2 of Brian’s conversation w/ Rudi Riekstins.

In this inspiring episode, Rudi Riekstins explores the transformative process of reprogramming how we think, feel, and show up in the world. Additionally, he shares practical insights on how to track your growth and recognize meaningful progress throughout your reprogramming journey.

Rudi also shares how reprogramming himself has deeply impacted his relationship with his wife and children. He speaks candidly about the challenges he has faced in fatherhood and the valuable lessons it continues to teach him.

Instead of resisting change, he emphasizes the importance of embracing it and finding joy in the process, even during challenging moments. You’ll also hear why his latest work, The Inpowered Life Community, stands out from anything he’s created before.

Timestamps:

[01:40] Reprogramming

[07:34] Recognizing progress

[14:59] Family relationships

[23:28] Embracing change

[29:10] Fatherhood

[50:40] Inpowered Life

Key Takeaways:

• “When you are in your centered self, you are the most powerful version of yourself.” ~Rudi Riekstins [03:24]

• Your brain is shaped by your past experiences. ~Rudi Riekstins [10:30]

• Fears are often the gateway to all the freedom that you want. ~Rudi Riekstins [17:35]

• “The real definition of failure is not taking action at all.” ~Rudi Riekstins [33:29]

• “On the other side of fear is freedom.” ~Rudi Riekstins [33:45]

• “Only hurt people hurt people.” ~Rudi Riekstins [36:07]

Keep In Touch with Rudi Riekstins:

Website: https://rudiriekstins.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins/

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Living an “inpowered” life means recognizing that everything you need to grow, heal, and thrive already exists within you. It’s about shifting from feeling limited by your circumstances to intentionally shaping your reality with purpose and presence.

Today, we’re thrilled to welcome Rudi Riekstins, a leadership visionary, business mentor, and high-performance energy coach who empowers leaders and organizations to align energy with strategy for effortless success.

In part 1 of this powerful 2-part episode, Rudi shares the inspiring story of how his early life experiences shaped his values and mindset, and how he overcame limiting beliefs to create a life of financial success and purpose.

Rudi also explores the difference between wealth and love, emphasizing the importance of being fully present in every area of life. Moreover, he shares how perspective has shaped his life and reflects on his experiences working on cruise ships.

Timestamps:

[02:47] Who is Rudi Riekstins?

[04:24] Leave it better than you found it

[11:41] Childhood backstory

[19:45] Wealth vs Love

[25:41] Financial Success

[34:36] Pivotal moment

[40:12] Power of journaling

[44:06] Working on cruise ships

[46:24] Perspective

[54:08] Closing thoughts

Key Takeaways:

• Always leave a room better than you found it. ~Rudi Riekstins [04:58]

• The world will never judge you based on your intent. It will only ever judge you based on your actions. ~Brian Bogert [10:02]

• You can measure wealth, but you can’t measure love. ~Rudi Riekstins [20:01]

• “Everyone’s story is perfectly, beautifully, and divinely curated to serve the person they are becoming.” ~Rudi Riekstins [23:37]

• Journaling helps you bypass the unconscious, bring the conscious forward, and become fully present. ~Rudi Riekstins [40:14]

• Your power lies in your presence; when you are present in your own life, you are in control. ~Rudi Riekstins [40:28]

• Perspective and pain always point us toward what’s important if we pay attention. ~Brian Bogert [45:48]

Keep In Touch with Rudi Riekstins:

Website: https://rudiriekstins.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins/

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Migraines can disrupt daily routines and make even simple tasks feel overwhelming. Their unpredictable nature, combined with symptoms like nausea and sensitivity to light, can significantly affect one’s quality of life.

Joining us on the show is Dr. Brandon Brown, also known as The Migraine Doc. Dr. Brandon has made it his mission to help migraine sufferers break free from this cycle and reclaim control over their lives.

In the episode, Dr. Brandon opens up about his personal and professional journey, sharing the life experiences that shaped his purpose and passion. He reflects on why we often overlook everyday heroes and how practising daily gratitude can bring deeper meaning to our lives.

Dr. Brandon explores the difference between conditional and unconditional love and discusses how we can show up for others without losing ourselves. He also reflects on fatherhood and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

Dr. Brandon’s story takes a powerful turn as he shares the life-changing experience of brain surgery, detailing the events that led to it and how it profoundly transformed his perspective on life. He also opens up about what inspired him to pursue chiropractic care and why he chose to specialize in helping those suffering from migraines. Through his innovative approach, Dr. Brown is committed to making expert migraine care accessible to people no matter where they live.

Timestamps:

[02:36] Who is Dr. Brandon Brown?

[07:52] Gratitude

[11:45] Conditional & Unconditional love

[30:44] Childhood Backstory

[38:35] Showing up without losing yourself

[43:06] Journey into chiropractic & migraine care

[56:40] Tenacity

[01:04:13] Fatherhood

[01:11:47] Brain surgery

[01:35:31] Dr. Brandon’s work

Key Takeaways:

• Love is not just a feeling; it is also a choice. ~Brian Bogert [16:20]

• The fastest way to overcome what haunts you is to face the very storms you’re trying to escape. ~Dr. Brandon Brown [41:32]

• The beauty of music is in between the notes. ~Dr. Brandon Brown [52:17]

• When you don’t have resources, learn to be resourceful. ~Brian Bogert [56:10]

• “Pictures are moments frozen in time.” ~Brian Bogert [01:11:27]

People Mentioned and Other Resources:

1. First Man by Camila Cabello

2. Yours by Post Malone

Keep In Touch with Dr. Brandon Brown:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themigrainedoc/

YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@themigrainedoc

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themigrainedoc

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/themigrainedoc

Email: brandon@thespecific.com

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