Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Dr. Jordan Wright, a clinical and developmental psychologist with an expertise in psychological assessment. The discussion focuses on Dr. Wright’s unique path to realizing his own potential, the importance of access to psychological assessment in helping kids understand how their brain works, and allows them to realize their unique strengths. Dr. Kate and Dr. Wright also dig into the idea of neurodiversity as diversity in action, along with his work at Parallel Learning, a company dedicated to providing access to assessment for kids who learn and think…
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Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Josselyne Herman-Saccio, transformative coach, who for the past 30 years has worked with individuals and organizations to fulfill dreams and realize possibility. The discussion focuses on how people can live their dreams now, as opposed to chasing them. Dr. Kate and Josselyne dive deep into the concept of being unmessable with, an idea Josselyne developed, enabling people to create and live their dreams right now without reacting to the things happening around them. Josselyne Herman-Saccio (SAY Joss-Lynn Herman SAHHCHEEO) is a master coach in the Art Of…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this Episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Kyle Mitchell, a mental health advocate, international speaker, author and social media influencer. The discussion focuses on Kyle’s journey through his own social anxiety as a child and adolescent and how his own experiences have fueled his mission to help kids and adolescents to conquer their social anxiety before it becomes debilitating. Dr. Kate and Kyle dig into specific coping mechanisms that one can use to move through and beyond anxiety – social or otherwise. Kyle connects with his audiences in a powerful and relatable way which…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate brings Gina Schaefer back for the one-year anniversary of the show. This is particularly special as Gina was Dr. Kate’s very first interview on the podcast. The discussion focuses on Gina’s next chapter after retiring from two decades at the helm of 13 hardware stores in the greater Washington, DC area. Dr, Kate and Gina take a deep dive into the lessons learned through building a successful hardware business focused on human potential and doing good in the community. The conversation also focused on Gina’s plans moving forward and…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Lisa J. Smith, entrepreneur and founder of Smith Co., a sales consulting company focused on modern midsize B2B businesses. The discussion focuses on the elements of successful sales consulting, with emphasis on mindset and a strong social-emotional foundation. Dr. Kate and Lisa also take a deep dive into the nuances of successful entrepreneurship and the lessons learned through starting a company during COVID-19. “Lisa J. Smith is the CEO and founder of SMITH co., a sales consulting firm focused on modern midsize B2B businesses. She launched the…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Maria Baltazzi, an Emmy-winning TV producer, wellbeing teacher, world traveler, and luxury travel designer specializing in transformative adventures. The discussion focuses on Maria’s unique perspective on the idea of conscious living and her own path to living consciously as a way to preserve her own sense of well-being. The discussion also focused on Maria’s upcoming book – Take a Shot at Happiness – How to Write, Direct and Produce the Life you Want. The book provides invaluable insight into the idea of how we can all create…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Dr. Brian Davidson, founder of MindVue, a mental performance company that measures and builds mindset skills to optimize performance and enhance mental wellness. The discussion is a continuation of episode #1 taking a deeper dive into the ways in which we can foster a positive mindset, a sense of resilience and grit, allowing people to maximize potential across domains. Dr. Kate and Dr. Davidson once again examine the nuances of these issues with a keen focus on the importance of a strong locus of control, along with…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Dr. Brian Davidson, founder of MindVue, a mental performance company that measures and builds mindset skills to optimize performance and enhance mental wellness. The discussion focuses on the ways in which we can foster a positive mindset, a sense of resilience and grit which allows people to maximize potential across domains. Dr. Kate and Dr. Davidson take a deep dive into the nuances of these issues with emphasis on the importance of a strong locus of control, along with the multiple variables impacting the development of mindset…
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6O5gyqaWidpjxVWuW0TW6V?si=iXXtGLNiSqe8rgjDtceVDw Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks to Elliot Kallen, entrepreneur, author and founder of Prosperity Financial, which he has run for the past 30 years. The discussion focuses on Elliot’s recent book – Driven – which he co-authored with fellow entrepreneur Adam Torres (episode 43) in which they explore the many paths to entrepreneurship. Dr. Kate and Elliot explore the variables related to successful entrepreneurship through an authentic and human lens. They take a deep dive into the charity, A Brighter Day, which Elliot created following the tragic loss of his son to…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Christina Jordan – Mom, healthcare philanthropist and Tedx Speaker. The discussion focuses on Christina’s vision of what it means to raise our own human capital and how she has done this in her own life to be at her best across domains. The power of sharing our stories, embracing the human experience and connecting on a deep level with ourselves and others are ideas woven through this powerful conversation. Christina Jordan has 20+ years of experience in healthcare philanthropy. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Rachelle Babler, a TEDx speaker, #1 International Best-Selling Co-Author, and Entrepreneur & Advocate. The discussion focuses on the evolution of Rachelle’s eclectic career and the lessons learned through her journey. Dr. Kate and Rachelle dig into the power of listening to our intuition as a guide and integrating daily meditation as a way to quiet our minds and find power within. Rachelle Babler is a TEDx speaker, #1 International Best-Selling Co-Author, and Entrepreneur & Advocate who grew up in Southern California. She has had an eclectic background…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Robin Osborn, business coach and brain tumor survivor. The discussion focuses on Robin’s journey through and beyond her life saving brain surgery to remove a baseball size tumor and the lessons learned through this difficult experience. Robin shares how her depth of experience in everything she does has grown in that she is more present and more connected to the people around her. The impact of this experience has been profound for Robin and her family across domains. Robin’s story is powerful and a clear reminder of…