The Guiding Voice

Chapters

🔹 Precap 

🔹 Introduction, First Rapid fire round of random words

🔹 Christopher’s guiding voice and his success mantra

🔹What inspired his transformation from a NAVY SEAL to a Healer

🔹 Being fit vs Being Healthy

🔹 How does unresolved trauma get trapped in the body, and how can his method free people from it?

🔹 Common mistakes people make when managing stress, and how can they correct them?

🔹 About Strauma

🔹 Hidden triggers of stress that most people overlook, and how they can overcome them?

🔹 Second rapid fire round

🔹 How can a SEAL Team mindset help everyday professionals avoid burnout and stress?

🔹 Fun trivia: Taoism

About the Guest:

Christopher Lee Maher, a former Navy SEAL turned master healer, developed the True Body Intelligence System, merging Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern science. His unique methods, highly sought after by professional athletes, focus on unlocking the body’s full potential by healing deep emotional wounds and chronic stress.

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Chapters

🔹 Andrea’s personal guiding voice and her success mantra

🔹 The core philosophy behind the global bestseller “Go for No”

🔹 How fear of rejection affects not just our professional choices but also personal relationships

🔹 Strategies for job seekers and professionals:

 – How to ask for a raise or opportunity without seeming desperate or aggressive

🔹 Practical ways to stop taking rejection personally — even when it feels personal

🔹 Finding the balance:

 – When to persist and when to pivot after hearing multiple “no’s”

🔹 Empowering advice for those who internalize failure or feel stuck in discouragement

🔹 Inspiring real-life stories where a “no” turned into a surprising success

🔹 Leadership insights: How embracing rejection can build a risk-tolerant, creative team culture

🔹 Fun trivia: Countries that celebrate failure and normalize rejection

About the Guest:

Andrea Waltz is the co-founder of Courage Crafters, Inc., and co-author of the game-changing philosophy, Go for No! For over two decades, Andrea has helped countless individuals and teams learn how to embrace rejection, turn “no” into a powerful tool, and achieve their biggest goals. She’s a sought-after speaker and expert on turning fear into fuel for success. 

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In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Shirish Shitole, an associate professor and head of the psychology department, shares profound insights on embracing existence, the gifts of life, and the importance of mindfulness. He discusses his personal journey from meaninglessness to meaningfulness, the role of existential guilt, and how to find purpose in life. Dr. Shitole emphasizes the significance of balancing personal identity with social connections and the transformative power of facing fears and anxieties. The discussion culminates in practical advice for those feeling stuck in life, encouraging listeners to embrace their experiences and learn from them.

Takeaways

Curiosity is the gateway to knowledge.

Striving for excellence is key to success.

Learning from mistakes is essential for growth.

Isolation can be a creative space for self-reflection.

Death reminds us to live meaningfully.

Existential guilt can lead to transformative change.

Interdependence is crucial for human connection.

Mindfulness helps in finding purpose.

Embracing anxiety can lead to empowerment.

Stucking is a natural part of life's journey.

Sound Bites

"Death is a gift of life."

"Exercise mindfulness regularly."

"Embrace anxiety and understand its message."

"Live fully, be open."

"Expect the unexpected."

"Failure gives you richer learning than success."

"Stucking is part and parcel of life."

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Chapters

• Precap
• Introduction, Context Setting, and the first rapid-fire round of random words
• Her Guiding Voice
• Success Mantra
• Proven strategies for thriving across Japan, France, and Thailand.
• Impact of cultural missteps and methods to prevent them.
• Adaptability is a cornerstone of global business success.
• Significance of local customs in building international trust.
• Power of personal rapport in sustaining global relationships.
• Actionable tips for excelling in cross-border business.
• Second Rapid Fire Round: Fun Insights
• Pathways to launching an international career from scratch.
• Trivia: countries with the highest number of ex-pats

About the guest:

Marisha Wojciechowska is a global consultant turned solo entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience working across countries like Japan, France, and Thailand. She works with the United Nations, among others, she specializes in building successful international careers, with a focus on cultural savviness, adaptability, and trust-building. She is the author of the My Globetrotter Book series and it is available for purchase on Amazon.

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Chapters

• Precap
• Introduction, Context Setting, and the first rapid-fire round of random words
• Ray & Nina’s Success Mantra
• Guiding Voice
• When did they realize the power of Shamanism
• Key tools/practices from Shamanism that everyone should integrate into their daily lives
• Why did they start  Jaguar Path School?
• Advise for someone struggling to let go of past relationships or old habits that no longer serve them.
• In shamanic teachings, how do power animals assist us in understanding ourselves and navigating life?
• Myths about shamanism
• Second Rapid Fire Round: Fun Insights
• One piece of advice for someone on the edge of transformation.
• Trivia: Lesser known facts about Tai-Chi

About the guest:

Ray Crist is the founder of The Jaguar Path School of Shamanism, Yoga, and Tai Chi. His journey began with a life-threatening battle against cancer, which led him from the halls of the NIH to the jungles of Peru, exploring powerful shamanic healing practices. Today, he blends ancient wisdom with modern medicine to help people worldwide heal, thrive, and awaken their full potential. Ray has taught at renowned centers like Kripalu and the NY Open Center, offering transformative tools for energy cultivation and self-discovery.

Nina Crist, Director of The Jaguar Path, is a martial artist, healer, and teacher with over 27 years of experience. A black belt and Master in multiple martial arts including Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and Kung Fu, she is passionate about making ancient practices accessible and practical. Nina combines her deep martial arts lineage with modern shamanic teachings to guide individuals toward healing and personal empowerment.

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