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In this deeply moving episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, we welcome Brian Coleman—healthcare veteran, purpose-driven leader, and the heart behind A Heart 2 Help, a global care-sharing app connecting those in need with those ready to serve. With over 33 years in surgical healthcare and a life shaped by quiet sacrifices, Brian shares the profound story behind his mission: to create a world where kindness is as accessible as technology.

Together, they explore the emotional cost of being “the strong one,” the ripple effect of small acts of service, and the belief that no one should struggle in silence, especially when a helping hand may be just a tap away.

🔥 You’ll learn:
✔️ How a moment of witnessing his mother’s hidden pain changed Brian’s life forever
✔️ Why real help starts with intention, not perfection
✔️ How A Heart to Help is shifting the way we give, receive, and connect

Whether you’re someone who longs to give back or someone quietly in need of support, this conversation is a powerful reminder that compassion is a calling we all carry.

📍 Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction
03:15 - What is A Heart 2 Help?
05:08 - How the App Works: Getting and Giving Help
08:09 - Growing a Global Community of Kindness
10:02 - First Major Story: Helping a Man in Pakistan
14:48 - Why People Struggle to Know How to Help
17:10 - The Story That Changed Brian: Seeing His Mom Cry
24:52 - Conversations with His Mom, Looking Back with Gratitude
28:12 - Being the One Everyone Leans On – But Where Do You Go?
31:15 - Choosing the Air Force & Becoming a Surgical Tech
36:45 - How Gratitude Shows Up in the Operating Room
40:12 - Heart-Wrenching Stories: Children, Gratitude, and Resilience
44:32 - Building A Heart 2 Help – The Vision Becomes Reality
48:08 - Kindness as a Ripple Effect

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In this soul-stirring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, we welcome Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir—an Icelandic author, filmmaker, speaker, and visionary behind InnSæi, the global movement and documentary exploring the deep power of intuition. With a career spanning over 30 diverse roles—from UN leader in post-war Kosovo to poet and activist—Hrund shares her deeply personal story of burnout, healing, and how reconnecting with the "sea within" transformed her life and mission.

Together, they dive into the intersections of trauma, intuition, nature, and the urgent need to reclaim our inner wisdom in a hyper-rational world.

🔥 You’ll learn:

✔️ What InnSæi really means—and why it matters now more than ever
✔️ How to reconnect with your body’s wisdom and intuitive intelligence
✔️ Why trauma, when processed, becomes a gateway to growth
✔️ How gratitude and presence can rewire your perspective—and your future
✔️ The role of nature and co-regulation in emotional healing

Whether you’re navigating change, burnout, or simply seeking deeper clarity—this episode offers both poetic insight and grounded guidance for the journey within.

📍 Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction
03:20 - What Is Intuition? A Deeper Understanding
07:40 - The Disconnect Between Mind and Body
13:40 - Personal Breakdown & The Wake-Up Call
17:28 - Neuroscience and Co-Regulation in Human Connection
20:56 - Nature, Intuition & the Sea Within
24:21 - Nature’s Role in Healing
32:41 - What Is InnSæi? The Icelandic Word Unpacked
41:48 - Randy’s in the Role of Gratitude and Personal Practices
44:00 - Breathwork as a Path to Presence and Intuition
47:00 - Honoring the ‘C Within’: Flow, Intuition, and Impact
50:25 - Being Seen, Belonging, and the Power of Connection
53:41 - Book called InnSæi release Info
55:00 - Gratitude, Presence, and Changing the World

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In this inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, host Randy Sparks sits down with Scott Wozniak—CEO of Swoz Consulting, former Chick-fil-A executive, global leadership advisor, and author of Make Your Brand Legendary. With a journey that spans from child actor to consultant for Fortune 500 companies and Silicon Valley unicorns, Scott shares powerful lessons on identity, failure, and personal transformation. Together, they explore how life’s unexpected transitions can lead to growth, clarity, and deep purpose.

🔥 You’ll learn:
✔️ How to reframe failure as a foundation for growth
✔️ Why your identity shouldn’t be tied to your job title
✔️ How to spot the signs it’s time to leap to your next “tree”

Whether you're a CEO, creator, student, or seeker — this episode will shift how you think about your path forward.

📍 Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction
02:45 – Childhood as a Performer & Child Actor
07:20 – Book Mention: Range by David Epstein
10:14 – “T-Shaped” People and the Value of Broad Experience
15:49 – Tree-to-Tree Metaphor for Life and Career Shifts
19:17 – Identity Anchors and Self-Worth
26:11 – Bob Goff's Words That Hit Hard
33:20 – Scott’s Major Leadership Failure Story
38:25 – Gaining a Tactical Mindset Through Past Mistakes
44:56 – Parenting and Understanding Unconditional Love
50:47 – Fear-Driven Success vs. Peace-Driven Fulfillment
58:03 – Finding Joy in Podcasting & Running
1:02:07 – Final Insight: “I Don’t Have to Be Right to Like Myself”

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In this powerful episode of Sparks of Gratitude, Randy Sparks talks with Barry Shore — the Ambassador of Joy, mental health activist, and founder of the Keep Smiling Movement. They explore how joy, gratitude, and perspective can transform even the most challenging circumstances. Barry shares his extraordinary journey from total paralysis to global impact, along with practical tools to help you live with purpose, choose joy daily, and make a meaningful difference—yes, even by learning to love dog poop.

🔥 You’ll learn:
✔️ How to find joy even in life’s hardest moments
✔️ The deeper meaning behind “dog poop” (yep, really)
✔️ Why gratitude, choice, and service are the keys to resilience
✔️ What it truly means to “go MAD” and make a difference
✔️ How small acts—like smiling or skipping—can create ripple effects of healing and happiness

Whether you're a CEO, creator, student, or seeker, this episode will shift how you think about your path forward.

📍 Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction
02:22 - The 3 Fundamentals of Life
05:00 - SMILE = Seeing Miracles in Life Every day
05:45 - Barry’s paralysis story: a sudden life change
11:20 - Why Barry can speak about joy
15:03 - 6 most important words: “Choice, not chance, determines your destiny”
17:22 - How happiness became his life’s mission
19:50 - Barry’s path to happiness: decision made at 17
22:37 - Influences: the happy people Barry admired
25:00 - Attraction through energy, not appearance
27:35 - Two powerful words from Barry’s mom: “Thank you.”
29:02 - Barry’s greatest role model: his mother
36:28 - The journey through aquatic therapy
40:20 - First breakthrough: 92 minutes of swimming
45:28 - Three keys: Blab, Skipping, and Dog Poop
51:22 - Skipping = total immersion in joy
54:17 - Learn to love DOG POOP explained: Doing Of Good, Power Of One Person
1:00:17 - H.U.G. = Heartfelt Unlimited Gratitude

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CuriosityBased founder and author of 7 Forms of Respect joins Randy Sparks on The Sparks of Gratitude Podcast. They explore how curiosity, when practiced intentionally, can transform relationships, workplace culture, and self-awareness. Julie shares personal stories and practical tools to help you navigate expectations, assumptions, and emotions with greater clarity and grace.

🔥 You’ll learn:

✔️ Why curiosity is a learnable, intentional practice — not just a trait
✔️ The 3 essential components of practicing curiosity
✔️ How assumptions and expectations shape our emotional responses
✔️ Why “respect” looks different to different people — and how to navigate it
✔️ The difference between hope, expectation, and disappointment
✔️ How to turn frustration into understanding through reflection and dialogue
✔️ What it really means to offer and receive grace in human relationships

Whether you're a CEO, creator, student, or seeker, this episode will shift how you think about your path forward.

📍 Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction
01:25 - The Origin Story of Curiosity-Based
5:03 - Practicing Curiosity: Three Core Elements
07:17 - The Rubber Band Rule & Respect as Self-Awareness
11:56 - The Trap of Loaded Questions
14:40 - Julie's Transition from Corporate to Entrepreneurship
19:57 - The Gap Between Expectation and Reality
29:05 - How Expectations, Hopes, and Assumptions Interact
36:48 - Helping Clients Slow Down to Practice Curiosity
42:56 - Finding Grace Through Curiosity
46:31 - Tips for Practicing Curiosity: Pause, Reflect, Ask
48:44 - Curiosity vs. Venting: Knowing What You Need
50:17 - “I’m Grateful” Instead of “I Love You”
52:51 - Julie’s Upcoming Work & New Individual Workshops

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In this inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude Podcast, Randy Sparks sits down with Dr. Antoine Eid to dive deep into discovering your true self. He is the Founder and CEO of Meet Yourself, a groundbreaking platform combining genetics, neuroscience, and personal discovery. He also serves as CEO of Leapership Consultants Group and leads the Brain-Based Leadership Program at Cambridge. They explore how genetics, intuition, life experiences, and thinking patterns shape who you are — and how embracing your natural talents leads to greater happiness and fulfillment. Get ready for an eye-opening conversation about purpose, self-acceptance, and unlocking the gifts already within you.

🔥 You’ll learn:

✔️ Why intuition is a true strength, not a weakness
✔️ How genetics and environment influence your personality
✔️ The difference between motivators and competencies
✔️ Why aligning talents and learned skills leads to happiness
✔️ How to overcome fear, self-doubt, and old limiting beliefs
✔️ The real power of living authentically

Whether you're a CEO, creator, student, or seeker, this episode will shift how you think about your path forward.

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In this powerful episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, host Randy Sparks sits down with renowned leadership coach and bestselling author Jim Huling (The 4 Disciplines of Execution) to explore the 4 transformative questions that can reveal your life’s true purpose.

From overcoming imposter syndrome to reconnecting with your inner calling, this heart-opening conversation will guide you to remember who you really are — and the value you already hold.

🔥 You’ll learn:

✔️ The 4 questions to find your purpose
✔️ How to overcome fear and self-doubt
✔️ The power of gratitude and intentional living
✔️ How leaders can create meaning and connection
✔️ Why “you are becoming, not faking” is the key to confidence

Chapter:
00:00 - Introduction
03:34 – Frequency of Emotions
09:23 – The Real Meaning of 'Calling'
20:53 – Four Questions That Changed Everything for Jim
26:13 – Randy’s Reflection: Fear of Not Living Fully
30:25 – Imposter Syndrome as a Signal, Not a Stop Sign
32:24 – The Committee in Your Head
35:44 – The Untethered Soul & The Roommate
37:30 – Coaching as a Sacred Space
40:26 – From CEO to Inner Child: Loneliness is Universal
42:00 – Two Questions Every Employee Asks
45:30 – Thank You vs. Real Appreciation
51:11 – Nourishing People Through Leadership

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Becky Kemp is an intentional leadership speaker, mindset coach, and author of The Word Effect: 7 Simple Words to Create Your Most Beautiful Life. Through her empowering message, Becky helps individuals and teams unlock the power of words to reshape their stories and live with greater joy and purpose. As the founder of Becoming Threads and host of The Word Effect Podcast, Becky brings energy, encouragement, and practical wisdom to every stage and conversation. Her approachable style and inspiring message leave a lasting impact on all who hear her.

In this inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude Podcast, host Randy Sparks sits down with speaker, coach, and author Becky Kemp to explore the life-changing power of words. Becky shares insights from her book The Word Effect: 7 Simple Words to Create Your Most Meaningful and Beautiful Life, revealing how intentional language can shape your thoughts, your reality, and your future.

Discover how words like Acknowledge, Ask, Accept, Abundance, Action, Appreciate, and Aspire can help you overcome fear, self-doubt, and perfectionism—and guide you toward a more fulfilling, purpose-driven life. Becky also opens up about her personal journey, the importance of gratitude, and how shifting your self-talk can lead to lasting change.

Change your words. Change your story. Start today.

Chapter:
00:00 - Introduction
01:00 - Meet Becky Kemp: Speaker, Coach, and Author
03:28 - Words Shape Reality: The Power of Language
06:24 - How Becky’s Journey with Words Began
09:46 - 12-step program: “Easy does it” and “Just for today”
16:17 - Awareness: The First Step to Change
20:05 - Acknowledge: The First Power Word
22:40 - The Power of Writing Things Down
25:09 - Courage is trying what you don’t know how to do
26:49 - Power word #2: Ask – Inspires curiosity and change
29:31 - The HOW Acronym: Honesty, Open-Mindedness, Willingness
33:35 - Power word #3: Accept – Embrace where you are
39:06 - Accept yourself unconditionally – affirmation practice
41:14 - Power word #4: Abundance – Focus on progress
43:13 - Practice abundance daily – see more good
45:13 - Scarcity vs. abundance mindset
47:07 - Power word #5: Action – Consistent progress
50:00 - Power word #6: Appreciate – What you appreciate, appreciate
54:08 - Power word #7: Aspire – Always Becoming
57:02 - Get the book: The Word Effect by Becky Kemp

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