Yogi and The BeachMan
Welcome to our humble podcast, where guests share their stories and passions, showcasing how they help people and alleviate suffering, making the world a better place one insightful conversation at a time. Join us as we dive into a myriad of topics fueled by our passion to make a positive impact.
Every Tuesday and Thursday, we bring you fresh episodes packed with entertaining and inspiring stories with proven life hacks you'll appreciate.
Meet our hosts: two witty Michigan transplants now enjoying life in sunny Southwest Florida. One is a left-leaning Yogi, and the other a right-leaning BeachMan. Despite their differing views, they find common ground on peace, self-improvement, helping others, healthy eating, light-heartedness, music, and a shared love for animals.
Our backgrounds are as diverse as our interests, ranging from naval nuclear training and submarine adventures to in-depth explorations of yoga, sales, solar power systems, and labor and delivery nursing.
Tune in and join the conversation as we explore how individuals are making a difference and learn how you can too.
Yogi and The BeachMan
Unlock Happiness: The Power of Gratitude with Yogi
In this heartfelt solo cast of Yogi and the Beach Man, Jim dives deep into the transformative power of gratitude. Kicking off Season 3, Yogi started solocasts every Thursday. Here he shares personal insights on how gratitude helps him navigate life’s challenges, from workplace stress to bad days on the pickleball court. Backed by scientific studies, including a 2003 study showing a 25% happiness boost and a 2010 study linking gratitude to reduced anxiety and stronger relationships, Jim explores practical ways to incorporate gratitude into daily life. From gratitude journaling to guided meditation, he offers five beginner-friendly practices to cultivate joy and resilience. The episode wraps with a soothing guided gratitude meditation, inviting listeners to pause, reflect, and embrace the little moments that spark happiness. Tune in to discover how gratitude can rewire your brain for positivity and transform your perspective, no matter how busy life gets.
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Meet "Yogi" Jim and "Beachman" Rick, two Michigan natives who now call Port Charlotte, Florida home. Jim's journey includes serving in the US Navy, specializing in nuclear power on submarines. He's transitioned through roles in sales, owned a yoga studio, trained extensively in yoga, served as a Youth Director at Unity Church, and now thrives as a Labor and Delivery Nurse. Rick, also a Navy veteran skilled in nuclear power and submarine service, pursued careers in sales, owned a landscaping company, worked in car sales, and now excels as a solar power expert at Advance Solar. Rick's musical passion includes playing bass guitar in a band and he's deeply engaged in politics. Together, their lively discussions and stories promise both entertainment and laughter.
