Your Thoughts Your Reality
Welcome to "Your Thoughts, Your Reality with Michael Cole," the podcast that shines a compassionate light on the journey of veterans battling through life's challenges. Michael Cole, a Certified Elite Neuroencoding Specialist, dedicated to guiding military veterans as they navigate the intricate pathways of post-deployment life. Join him as we delve into the profound realm of Neuroencoding science, empowering these brave individuals to conquer universal battles: procrastination, self-doubt, fear, and more. Together, let's uncover the strength within you to re-engage with families and society, forging a new path forward.
Episodes
120 episodes
From Discharge to Discovery: Finding Your True Calling After Service
When Joe Kramer received his medical discharge from the Army due to hearing issues, his decade-long dream of military service came crashing down. As a West Point graduate raised in a military family, the sudden transition left him experiencing ...
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38:34
Warriors Beyond Battle
"The moment I handed over my M4—the weapon that kept me alive for a year through hell—I felt naked." These powerful words from US Army veteran Danny O'Neel capture the vulnerability many veterans experience when transitioning from combat to civ...
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Season 2
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Episode 119
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39:38
Your Bridge Between Reactivity and Creativity
Ever notice how easy it is to flip your lid when life gets overwhelming? In this powerful conversation, Mike Cole welcomes back retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Tina Parker to explore the transformative shift from reactivity to creativity.<...
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Season 2
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Episode 118
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37:17
Unlocking Your State: The Power of Focus, Physiology, and Language
Are your thoughts empowering or draining you? In this eye-opening conversation with Robert and Cathy Casteel, we explore the powerful State Trilogy that shapes your energy levels and determines your quality of life.The Casteel's, drawin...
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Season 2
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Episode 114
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36:55
Breaking Free from Anxious Thinking: A Neuroscience Approach
Anxiety isn't just "all in your head" — it's a complex neurological process that can be understood, managed, and even rewired. Brain coach Dominika joins Michael Cole to explain exactly how anxiety works in your brain and provide practical tool...
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Season 2
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Episode 117
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34:05
Screen Time, Family Time: Finding Tech-Life Harmony
Technology has woven itself into the fabric of our daily existence—from how we work to how we parent, communicate, and even think. In this enlightening conversation with Laura Ollinger, a certified digital wellbeing coach and founder of Positiv...
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Season 2
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Episode 115
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35:26
Authentic Power: Embracing Challenges and Overcoming Resistance
When resistance shows up in your life, are you quick to push through it, or do you pause to consider what it might be trying to tell you? This powerful conversation with retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Tina Parker challenges everything we ...
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Season 2
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Episode 116
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40:44
Radical Forgiveness: Transform Your Pain into Power
The heaviest burden you'll ever carry isn't physical – it's emotional. Carolyn Ozuna returns to share how radical forgiveness transformed her from living in her sister's basement during a painful divorce to building a multimillion-dollar busine...
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Season 2
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Episode 113
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47:30
When Everything Isn't Enough: Discovering True Fulfillment
What happens when you achieve everything you've ever wanted, yet find yourself driving past the same cliff everyday, contemplating suicide? Yolanda Ayala, a 25-year veteran nurse at UCLA, takes us on her raw, transformative journey from the dep...
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Season 2
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Episode 107
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32:31
Movement as Medicine: How Dance Transforms Mental Health
Can movement heal trauma? In this transformative conversation, Michael Cole welcomes Veronica Vasquez, an extraordinary practitioner who blends social-emotional learning, dance, and energy work to help people overcome their deepest challenges.<...
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Season 2
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Episode 111
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35:54
Authentic Power: Leading from Within
What if your most powerful leadership tool isn't something you need to acquire, but something you already possess? In this illuminating conversation with Tina Parker, founder of Lead Outside the Lines, we explore the transformative concept of a...
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Season 2
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Episode 112
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37:27
Healing from Trauma: Finding Peace in a Chaotic Mind
Dianna Sullivan takes us on a profound journey through trauma healing, sharing how unresolved past experiences subtly yet powerfully shape our present reality. As a shamanic healer, Reiki practitioner, and successful entrepreneur who sold her c...
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Season 2
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Episode 108
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37:04
The Power of Connection: How Networking Changes Lives for Military Veterans
Danny O'Neel's journey from Army Forward Observer to successful entrepreneur and veteran advocate exemplifies resilience in the face of devastating challenges. After enlisting on 9/11 and serving through two intense tours in Iraq, Danny returne...
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Season 2
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Episode 109
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33:06
Making the Main Thing the Main Thing For Veterans and Their Families
"Making the main thing the main thing" sounds simple, but how many of us actually do it? In this deeply reflective conversation with Arron Lloyd - actor, director, and certified neuro encoding specialist - we explore what it truly means to prio...
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Season 2
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Episode 110
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34:49
Winning Each Day: Overcoming Hesitation and Taking Action
What does it truly mean to "win the day"? In this energizing conversation with Michael Pope—International Maxwell Leadership Certified Speaker, trainer, and coach—we explore the profound mindset shifts that transform intention into action and h...
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Season 2
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Episode 104
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32:50
Healing Generational Trauma: Breaking the Cycle
What if the challenges you're facing aren't entirely your own? The burdens we carry—anxiety, anger, self-doubt—may actually be echoes from generations past, embedded in our very DNA.In this profound conversation with transformation heal...
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Season 2
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Episode 105
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33:07
Empowering Visionary Minds: Tina Parker's Journey from Military Leadership to Transforming Success through Neuroencoding and Visualization
What if you could trick your brain into creating positive memories and experiences? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Tina Parker, a retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and dual elite certified neuroencoding specialist, who unveils...
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Season 2
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Episode 103
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35:00
Empowering Personal Transformation: Marcus Weiss's Journey from Self-Worth Challenges to Embracing Storytelling and Self-Love
What if the stories we tell ourselves could change our lives? Join us as we welcome back Marcus Weiss, a remarkable actor, director, and educator who illuminates the power of storytelling in fostering personal empowerment and transformation. Ma...
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Season 2
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Episode 102
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37:09
Empowering Intimate Connections: Cathy and Robert Casteel's Journey from Military Service to Transforming Relationships through Personal Accountability and Healing Trauma
Unlock the secrets to transforming intimate relationships by tuning into this episode with Cathy and Robert Casteel. With over 54 years of combined military experience, Cathy and Robert offer a wealth of knowledge on overcoming personal struggl...
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Season 2
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Episode 101
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34:31
Empowering Veteran Reintegration: Joseph McClendon III's Journey from Celebrating Success to Transforming Lives through Belief and Support Systems
Reflecting on a milestone journey, we are thrilled to welcome back our mentor and dear friend, Joseph McClendon III, a distinguished neuropsychologist and ultimate performance specialist. With Joseph by my side, we celebrate the 100th episode o...
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Season 1
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Episode 100
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40:54
Empowering Inner Peace: Annette Ramrattan's Journey from Corporate Masks to Transforming Mental Health through Vulnerability and Self-Awareness
Imagine feeling alone in a room full of people, every smile a facade covering anxiety and panic lurking beneath the surface. Join me, Michael Cole, as I sit down with Annette Ramrattan, a renowned neuro-encoding specialist, who shares her deepl...
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Season 1
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Episode 99
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34:20
Empowering Veteran Resilience: Chuck Hogan's Journey from Military Upbringing to Transforming Civilian Life through Leadership and Mindfulness
What happens when a seasoned neuro strategist and the son of a Navy veteran shares his insights on the complexities of transitioning from military to civilian life? Join us as we welcome Chuck Hogan to "Your Thoughts, Your Reality with Michael ...
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Season 1
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Episode 98
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37:17
Empowering Negotiation Skills: Neko Zairis's Journey from Law Enforcement to Mastering Conversations with Empathy and Humor
Unlock the secrets of mastering tough conversations with insights from Neko Zairis, a seasoned law enforcement veteran with 30 years of experience. By tuning in, you'll discover how Neko's unique blend of life lessons and humor can transform yo...
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Season 1
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Episode 97
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33:08
Empowering Resilient Growth: Evely Raudmet's Journey from Engineering to Neuroencoding and Transforming Veteran Lives through Self-Mastery and Identity Shift
Unlock the secrets of self-mastery with Michael Cole and our esteemed guest, Evely Raudmets, a peak performance specialist and elite Neuroencoding coach. Evely's journey from engineering to transforming lives is not just fascinating but a testa...
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Season 1
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Episode 96
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32:02
Empowering Family Communication: Laura Ollinger's Journey from Parenting Challenges to Transforming Parent-Teen Relationships through Curiosity and Trust
Imagine trying to connect with your teenager but feeling like every attempt ends up in misunderstanding or conflict. That's a scenario many parents face, and it’s one our special guest, Laura Ollinger, knows all too well. With a personal journe...
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Season 1
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Episode 95
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34:29