Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary

Join me every Monday for a quick burst of inspiration on our “Monday Moments” segments. “Perseverance is failing 19 times and succeeding the 20th.” – Julie Andrews Life innately involves failures and missteps along the way. Today, I want to share 4 steps to help you successfully fail forward. This week, enjoy the bumps, lessons, + clarity knowing along the way that the best is yet to come.

Have you ever thought about how much your thoughts, beliefs, and emotions influence your days, health and ability to heal? From years spent studying cutting edge science, ancient medicine, and spiritual practices, Kelly Noonan Gores has discovered that we have far more control over our well-being, health + life than we tend to believe. Her documentary Heal is streaming on Netflix. Today, Kelly shares how to choose love over fear + gives tips to make strides in your personal wellness journey.

Join me every Monday for a quick burst of inspiration on our “Monday Moments” segments. Today's question was submitted by Live Inspired community member Christine.  Christine asked: How should I deal with negativity at work? Tune in to hear my answer. If you have questions or want to share how the Live Inspired Podcast has impacted your life, send them to me and my team at podcast@johnolearyinspires.com. Can't wait to hear from you!

The Pulitzer Prize-winning photograph of nine-year-old Kim Phuc running away from her village, naked and severely burned is one of the most iconic images of all time.  Today, we are joined by Kim to hear the story behind the photo. Taken just months before the US pulled out of the Vietnam War, the image captures the catastrophic effect the war was having on civilians. Kim, also known as “Napalm girl,” shares what she has learned on her journey from tragedy to triumph and what it means for us.

Join me every Monday for a quick burst of inspiration on our “Monday Moments” segments. "Those who danced were thought to be quite insane by those who could not hear the music" - Angela Monet The more we experience events, the easier it is to take them for granted. Today, I invite you to look more closely at the joy + beauty in each day.

I am honored to welcome one of the most successful gospel singers of all time, Mrs. Erica Campbell, onto the show. Her achievements, voice, sense of self and faith are profound. Yet it’s her story, first finding her angelic voice at the age of 5 at church in an impoverished neighborhood, that will blow you away. Erica is part of the hit group Mary Mary, solo artist, wife, mother, Christian and as of very recently, author. Erica radiates positivity, hope + optimism – and it’s infectious.

Join me every Monday for a quick burst of inspiration on our Live Inspired Podcast Monday Moments segment. Today, I welcome back productivity expert, author + speaker Tonya Dalton. Tonya's work provides actionable strategies to help discover your purpose, clarify your priorities, simplify your life, and achieve true harmony by embracing the ‘unbalance’ that is inherent in our lives. This energetic conversation will help start your week on fire! 

Student loan and credit card debt are at epidemic levels. It's weighing us down and stealing our freedom. Today, Anthony ONeal shares how to get through college debt-free and debunks most of our misbeliefs around finance and success. If you or your loved one need help thinking through smart decision-making around money – you don’t want to miss Anthony’s incredible story. From college drop-out and $35,000 in debt to living 100% debt-free, Anthony’s written the playbook and today, he shares it wit

Join me every Monday for a quick burst of inspiration on our “Monday Moments” segments. Today's question was submitted by Live Inspired community member MacKenzie.  MacKenzie asked: What's the biggest mistake you've ever made? Tune in to hear my answer. If you have questions or want to share how the Live Inspired Podcast has impacted your life, send them to me and my team at podcast@johnolearyinspires.com. Can't wait to hear from you!

Are you sick of hearing about the “divisive” time we live in? Me too! Tarek Mounib shares how to foster sincere dialogue and better understand people with viewpoints different than your own. He captured this experience in his film "Free Trip to Egypt" when he took an unlikely group of US travelers to the Middle East to help them see the power of sincere listening and simple human connection. Today's conversation will not only inspire you but give you the tools to become part of the solution.

Join me every Monday for a quick burst of inspiration on our “Monday Moments” segments. Today, I invite you to view others, challenges, and meltdowns through the lens of compassion. When others put their heads down and step away, be encouraged instead to lift yours and step forward. Realize not only the profound magnitude of generosity but the truth that you can be its epicenter.

“There are no quick wins in business or life – it takes years to become an overnight success." - Richard Branson This quote is a great reminder of the value of hard work and the importance of not comparing ourselves to others’ supposed “overnight” success. Jake McEntire dedicated 14 years to writing his script for Run the Race before it became a feature film. Jake joins us to shine a light on how to uncover what we are called to do in life and how to steadfastly pursuit it.

Join me every Monday for a quick burst of inspiration on our “Monday Moments” segments. “You may not control all of the events that happened to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” – Maya Angelou Today, I share the story of Marguerite Ann Johnson, better known as Maya Angelou. Maya endured horrific adversity as a child before finding her voice which has been heard all over the world.

What is your boulder? The obstacle blocking you from becoming the best version of yourself? Joe De Sena is the founder + CEO of Spartan Race, the global leader in obstacle course racing. He has a vision of empowering over 100 million people to change their life for the better through camaraderie and competition. Today's conversation will encourage you to conquer life's obstacles and push past your comfort zone to achieve more than you thought possible.

"Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly" ― Bobby Kennedy Today, I share a story of the heroic acts of a young man after a passenger ship collided with another vessel on Lake Michigan in September 1860. Let this serve as a reminder that with every day, and every interaction, provides the opportunity to make a difference. by daring greatly to do your best.