
Sage Solutions
Advice and insight about personal growth, personal development, and becoming your best self.
Episodes
44 episodes
Intrinsic Motivation: Turning Effort into Energy
Imagine if your brain actually craved effort instead of avoiding it. What if the very struggle you're trying to escape is precisely what can fuel your motivation and drive? In this eye-opening exploration of intrinsic motivation, David Sage rev...
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Episode 43
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24:28

Reflecting on Seasonal Topics
Ever wonder how all those personal growth concepts actually fit together? In this illuminating episode, I'm connecting the dots between the key topics we've explored in the holiday months, revealing how they form a powerful framework for becomi...
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Episode 42
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22:17

Finding Your Tribe: Why Support Systems Matter
What if the key to a longer, healthier, more fulfilling life isn't found in the latest wellness trend, but in something far more fundamental? David and Hannah Sage delve into the surprisingly powerful impact of human connection in a world that ...
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Episode 41
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36:51

Q&A #1: Navigating Self-Improvement and Building Inner Strength
For our 40th episode, we're switching things up with a Q&A format to address listener questions about personal development, coaching approaches, and practical self-improvement strategies.• Passion for self-improvement stems from per...
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Episode 40
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20:35

Failing Forward: Turning Setbacks into Success
Fear of failure holds most of us back from reaching our potential, but what if we've been looking at failure all wrong? In this transformative exploration of "failing forward," we challenge the deeply ingrained belief that failure represents th...
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Episode 39
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14:54

The Waiting Game: Patience in an Instant World
Patience is a complex emotional strength that shapes decision-making, manages stress, and influences creativity—it's not just the ability to wait without frustration but a muscle that can be built over time through practice and intention.
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Episode 38
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22:16

Reconnecting With Foundational Concepts
Ever feel like you're spinning your wheels in your personal growth journey? You're not alone. In this reflective episode, we take a step back to revisit and connect the core concepts that truly move the needle in personal development.Co...
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Episode 37
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22:14

Learning to Laugh at Yourself
Laughter might just be your secret superpower for building unshakable confidence. In this revealing episode, I share my personal journey from crippling self-criticism to embracing a lighter approach to life's inevitable stumbles and missteps.
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Episode 36
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16:51

How to Stop Catastrophizing and Start Living
Fear has a way of twisting our perception, doesn't it? That small mistake at work suddenly threatens your entire career. The awkward social moment becomes evidence that everyone secretly dislikes you. This mental spiral—catastrophizing—feels pr...
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Episode 35
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39:17

Nature's Reset Button
Daylight savings time just sprung forward, gifting us longer evenings and a powerful reminder to reconnect with the natural world around us. As David and Hannah Sage explore in this illuminating conversation, those extra hours of sunshine offer...
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Episode 34
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18:34

Disagreeing Without the Drama: A Practical Guide
Discover how to effectively handle disagreements in your interpersonal relationships in this insightful episode about transforming conflict into growth. We unpack the three main approaches to disagreements: arguments, debates, and discussions, ...
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Episode 33
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45:56

From Service to Hospitality: Unlocking a Surprisingly Versatile Skillset
Engage with a transformative discussion focusing on the compelling contrast between service and hospitality. This episode reveals how these concepts extend far beyond their common interpretations, unpacking their role in enhancing personal and ...
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Episode 32
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20:43

Priming & Hydration: 2 Tools to Supercharge Your Life
Unlock the secrets to charging up your day with positivity and peak performance by exploring the science-backed strategies of priming and hydration. Ever wondered how a simple shift in your morning routine could transform your entire day? Join ...
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Episode 31
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15:34

Redefining Love & Strengthening Relationships: Featuring Tannaz Hosseinpour
Discover the transformative power of communication in relationships with our insightful conversation featuring the esteemed relationship coach, Tannaz Hosseinpour. Learn how Tannaz transitioned from navigating the tumultuous world of legal disp...
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Episode 30
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54:35

Transform Your Relationships With The 5 Love Languages
Unlock the secret to deeper connections in your relationships by understanding the five love languages with us. Have you ever wondered why your partner doesn’t seem to feel loved despite your efforts? Learn how recognizing and speaking your par...
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Episode 29
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26:58

Overcome Obstacles with Stoicism
Can mastering your emotions truly transform your life? Join me on the Sage Solutions Podcast as we uncover the ancient wisdom of Stoicism and its profound impact on personal growth and resilience. Inspired by Ryan Holiday's "The Obstacle is the...
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Episode 28
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30:12

Rethinking and Applying The 5 Core Fundamentals (5CF)
In this episode we discussed The 5 Core Fundamentals that were covered in previous episodes. We explore a revised approach to the Five Core Fundamentals, focusing on how personal growth and self-care are interconnected. By emphasizing the impor...
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Episode 27
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38:59

Life Is Like A Muscle: So Build it! (6CF?)
The secret 6th core fundamental?!What if personal growth was as tangible as building muscles at the gym? On this episode of the Sage Solutions Podcast, I, David Sage, promise to transform your perspective on self-improvement by comparin...
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Episode 26
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24:42

The Sage Solutions Podcast Highlights 2024: Part 2 of 2
In the second part of this special two-part series on the Sage Solutions Podcast, we’re celebrating an incredible year of Growth and wellness insights! This episode highlights some of the most impactful moments from our first yea...
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Episode 25
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21:10

The Sage Solutions Podcast Highlights 2024: Part 1 of 2
In the first part of this special two-part series on the Sage Solutions Podcast, we’re celebrating an incredible year of Growth and wellness insights! This episode highlights some of the most impactful moments from our fir...
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Episode 24
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23:16

Reflections, Intentions, & New Year's Resolutions
As we wrap up the year, it's time to pause, reflect, and prepare for the year ahead. In this week’s episode, we dive deep into the power of reflection—looking back on your wins, challenges, and growth—while setting intentions that go beyond the...
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Episode 23
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28:38

Unwrapping Expectations
In this week’s episode of the Sage Solutions Podcast, we explore the impact of the expectations we place on ourselves, our traditions, and others during the holiday season and the New Year. Expectations can often lead to stress and dis...
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Episode 22
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26:23

How to Win Family & Deal With Difficult People
The holidays are a time for connection, but they can also bring out the stress in family dynamics, challenging personalities, and tricky social situations. In this episode of the Sage Solutions Podcast, we take a page from Dale Carnegi...
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Episode 21
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38:50

Experiencing Grief and Loss Amongst the Holidays
In this heartfelt episode of The Sage Solutions Podcast, David's wife Hannah shares her deeply personal journey of navigating grief and loss after the death of her father Mark, during the holiday season. With compassion and vuln...
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Episode 20
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36:15
