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    <description>Welcome to &quot;the Primal Question,&quot; a podcast by Mike Foster, where we explore the deep-seated questions that drive our lives.

Have you ever wondered what seasoned counselors say in their sessions to help people like CEOs, Grammy-winning Hip-Hop Artists, Emmy-winning Actors, and Non-Profit World-Changers heal from their past and unlock their full potential? Now’s your chance to be a fly on the wall. After spending 20+ years coaching and counseling high-level leaders, Mike Foster is pulling back the curtain so you can experience world-class coaching from anywhere. Grab your headphones and your favorite journal, and join Mike for candid coaching sessions and thoughtful discussions around the 7 Primal Questions that drive our lives.

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→  Do you want to change your life but don’t want a super complicated method for doing so? 

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ENTER: The Seven Primal Questions 📚

Your Primal Question explains why you do what you do. It reveals the origin of your triggers and your supernatural gifts. Skillfully crafted from decades of research, over 6,000 hours of interviews, and 67,000 Primal Question assessments, Mike Foster has created a revolutionary model that simplifies human psychology. 

Your Primal Question is a simple way of seeing your hidden programming, emotional needs, and supernatural gifts in a transparent way. It equips you to maximize it for your growth — plus, you’ll stop being controlled by old wounds and patterns that sabotage your story.

➡️ https://www.primalquestion.com/assessment-page

In this episode of *The Primal Question Podcast*, Mike Foster sits down with guests Ben Lundquist and Leigh Smith to explore the power of coaching using the Primal Question framework. They discuss how this simple yet profound tool helps coaches and individuals alike unlock deeper levels of clarity and growth in relationships, leadership, and personal development. Ben shares his journey from discovering the model to becoming a certified coach, while Leigh explains how the framework accelerates transformation and enables coaches to connect with clients at the root of their challenges. Whether you&apos;re a coach or simply someone looking to empower others, this episode provides valuable insights and actionable strategies for using the Primal Question to make a real impact. Tune in to learn how you can harness your Primal Gift to transform lives!

About Our Guests:

- Leigh Smith is a Master Coach within the Primal Question Certification, guiding coaches to enhance their skills. Connect with her on Instagram @wearesmithworks

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➡️ https://www.primalquestion.com/primal-book

Do you ever wonder why you are the way you are? 

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→  Do you want to change your life but don’t want a super complicated method for doing so? 

→  Do you see a future where you’re healed from your past and ready to grow — you just aren’t sure how to get there? 

ENTER: The Seven Primal Questions 📚

Your Primal Question explains why you do what you do. It reveals the origin of your triggers and your supernatural gifts. Skillfully crafted from decades of research, over 6,000 hours of interviews, and 67,000 Primal Question assessments, Mike Foster has created a revolutionary model that simplifies human psychology. 

Your Primal Question is a simple way of seeing your hidden programming, emotional needs, and supernatural gifts in a transparent way. It equips you to maximize it for your growth — plus, you’ll stop being controlled by old wounds and patterns that sabotage your story.

➡️ https://www.primalquestion.com/assessment-page

In this episode of *The Primal Question Podcast*, Mike Foster sits down with guests Ben Lundquist and Leigh Smith to explore the power of coaching using the Primal Question framework. They discuss how this simple yet profound tool helps coaches and individuals alike unlock deeper levels of clarity and growth in relationships, leadership, and personal development. Ben shares his journey from discovering the model to becoming a certified coach, while Leigh explains how the framework accelerates transformation and enables coaches to connect with clients at the root of their challenges. Whether you&apos;re a coach or simply someone looking to empower others, this episode provides valuable insights and actionable strategies for using the Primal Question to make a real impact. Tune in to learn how you can harness your Primal Gift to transform lives!

About Our Guests:

- Leigh Smith is a Master Coach within the Primal Question Certification, guiding coaches to enhance their skills. Connect with her on Instagram @wearesmithworks

- Ben Lundquist is a leadership coach and keynote speaker, specializing in personal growth and development using the Primal Question framework. He helps individuals and teams unlock their potential and reach new levels of clarity and impact. Connect with him on Instagram @benjaminlundquist or visit his website RiseAndLead.com</itunes:subtitle>
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→  Do you want to change your life but don’t want a super complicated method for doing so? 

→  Do you see a future where you’re healed from your past and ready to grow — you just aren’t sure how to get there? 

ENTER: The Seven Primal Questions 📚

Your Primal Question explains why you do what you do. It reveals the origin of your triggers and your supernatural gifts. Skillfully crafted from decades of research, over 6,000 hours of interviews, and 67,000 Primal Question assessments, Mike Foster has created a revolutionary model that simplifies human psychology. 

Your Primal Question is a simple way of seeing your hidden programming, emotional needs, and supernatural gifts in a transparent way. It equips you to maximize it for your growth — plus, you’ll stop being controlled by old wounds and patterns that sabotage your story.

➡️ https://www.primalquestion.com/assessment-page

In this episode of the *Primal Question* podcast, host Mike Foster and master coach Leigh Smith dive into the powerful concept of the &quot;Primal Gift&quot;—the unique relational talent that arises from our deepest core question. Mike and Leigh explore how understanding and embracing this gift can accelerate personal growth, improve relationships, and bring significant impact to others. Through insightful examples and practical advice, they discuss the importance of aligning our lives with our primal truth and using our gifts to create lasting change. Whether you&apos;re a coach, therapist, or simply someone looking to enhance your connections with others, this episode offers valuable tools and inspiration to help you live out your purpose more fully.

About Our Guests:

Leigh Smith is a Master Coach within the Primal Question Certification, guiding coaches to enhance their skills. Connect with her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wearesmithworks.</itunes:summary>
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➡️ https://www.primalquestion.com/primal-book

Do you ever wonder why you are the way you are? 

→  Do you ever feel like you don’t quite understand your emotions and behaviors? 

→  Do you want to change your life but don’t want a super complicated method for doing so? 

→  Do you see a future where you’re healed from your past and ready to grow — you just aren’t sure how to get there? 

ENTER: The Seven Primal Questions 📚

Your Primal Question explains why you do what you do. It reveals the origin of your triggers and your supernatural gifts. Skillfully crafted from decades of research, over 6,000 hours of interviews, and 67,000 Primal Question assessments, Mike Foster has created a revolutionary model that simplifies human psychology. 

Your Primal Question is a simple way of seeing your hidden programming, emotional needs, and supernatural gifts in a transparent way. It equips you to maximize it for your growth — plus, you’ll stop being controlled by old wounds and patterns that sabotage your story.

➡️ https://www.primalquestion.com/assessment-page

In this episode of the *Primal Question* podcast, host Mike Foster and master coach Leigh Smith dive into the powerful concept of the &quot;Primal Gift&quot;—the unique relational talent that arises from our deepest core question. Mike and Leigh explore how understanding and embracing this gift can accelerate personal growth, improve relationships, and bring significant impact to others. Through insightful examples and practical advice, they discuss the importance of aligning our lives with our primal truth and using our gifts to create lasting change. Whether you&apos;re a coach, therapist, or simply someone looking to enhance your connections with others, this episode offers valuable tools and inspiration to help you live out your purpose more fully.

About Our Guests:

Leigh Smith is a Master Coach within the Primal Question Certification, guiding coaches to enhance their skills. Connect with her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wearesmithworks.</itunes:subtitle>
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➡️ https://www.primalquestion.com/primal-book

Do you ever wonder why you are the way you are? 

→  Do you ever feel like you don’t quite understand your emotions and behaviors? 

→  Do you want to change your life but don’t want a super complicated method for doing so? 

→  Do you see a future where you’re healed from your past and ready to grow — you just aren’t sure how to get there? 

ENTER: The Seven Primal Questions 📚

Your Primal Question explains why you do what you do. It reveals the origin of your triggers and your supernatural gifts. Skillfully crafted from decades of research, over 6,000 hours of interviews, and 67,000 Primal Question assessments, Mike Foster has created a revolutionary model that simplifies human psychology. 

Your Primal Question is a simple way of seeing your hidden programming, emotional needs, and supernatural gifts in a transparent way. It equips you to maximize it for your growth — plus, you’ll stop being controlled by old wounds and patterns that sabotage your story.

➡️ https://www.primalquestion.com/assessment-page

In this episode of the *Primal Question* podcast, host Mike Foster is joined by intimacy coach Jennifer Johnson and master coach Leigh Smith to explore the complexities of romantic relationships. The conversation delves into the challenges couples face, particularly around misunderstandings, different perceptions, and the communication of core needs. Jen and Leigh share practical insights on how to reframe situations to foster better communication and connection, emphasizing the importance of humility, curiosity, and gratitude. They also discuss the role of the Primal Question in relationships, explaining how understanding and expressing core needs can lead to deeper intimacy and growth. This episode offers valuable tools for anyone looking to strengthen their relationship and navigate the challenges that come with partnership.

About Our Guests:

- **Jen Johnson** is an intimacy coach certified in the Primal Question framework, helping couples reconnect and deepen their intimacy. Follow her on Instagram [@living_reframed](https://www.instagram.com/living_reframed) and schedule a free session to explore how she can help you.
- **Leigh Smith** is a Master Coach within the Primal Question Certification, guiding coaches to enhance their skills. Connect with her on Instagram [@wearesmithworks](https://www.instagram.com/wearesmithworks).</itunes:summary>
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➡️ https://www.primalquestion.com/primal-book

Do you ever wonder why you are the way you are? 

→  Do you ever feel like you don’t quite understand your emotions and behaviors? 

→  Do you want to change your life but don’t want a super complicated method for doing so? 

→  Do you see a future where you’re healed from your past and ready to grow — you just aren’t sure how to get there? 

ENTER: The Seven Primal Questions 📚

Your Primal Question explains why you do what you do. It reveals the origin of your triggers and your supernatural gifts. Skillfully crafted from decades of research, over 6,000 hours of interviews, and 67,000 Primal Question assessments, Mike Foster has created a revolutionary model that simplifies human psychology. 

Your Primal Question is a simple way of seeing your hidden programming, emotional needs, and supernatural gifts in a transparent way. It equips you to maximize it for your growth — plus, you’ll stop being controlled by old wounds and patterns that sabotage your story.

➡️ https://www.primalquestion.com/assessment-page

In this episode of the *Primal Question* podcast, host Mike Foster is joined by intimacy coach Jennifer Johnson and master coach Leigh Smith to explore the complexities of romantic relationships. The conversation delves into the challenges couples face, particularly around misunderstandings, different perceptions, and the communication of core needs. Jen and Leigh share practical insights on how to reframe situations to foster better communication and connection, emphasizing the importance of humility, curiosity, and gratitude. They also discuss the role of the Primal Question in relationships, explaining how understanding and expressing core needs can lead to deeper intimacy and growth. This episode offers valuable tools for anyone looking to strengthen their relationship and navigate the challenges that come with partnership.

About Our Guests:

- **Jen Johnson** is an intimacy coach certified in the Primal Question framework, helping couples reconnect and deepen their intimacy. Follow her on Instagram [@living_reframed](https://www.instagram.com/living_reframed) and schedule a free session to explore how she can help you.
- **Leigh Smith** is a Master Coach within the Primal Question Certification, guiding coaches to enhance their skills. Connect with her on Instagram [@wearesmithworks](https://www.instagram.com/wearesmithworks).</itunes:subtitle>
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Instagram: iamsuzannelederer

Website: https://www.suzannelederer.com/ 

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Instagram: iamsuzannelederer

Website: https://www.suzannelederer.com/ 

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Instagram: uniquely_knitted

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<p>Music by Sleeping At Last</p>
<p>EPISODE LINKS:<br />
<a href="www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Workshop Website</a><br />
<a href="www.sleepingatlast.com">Music by Sleeping At Last</a><br />
<a href="www.mikefoster.tv">Mike Foster Website</a></p>
<p>If you haven’t already, please <a href="itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2">review us on iTunes here</a>. It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on <a href="https://twitter.com/">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://facebook.com">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://instagram.com">Instagram</a>.</p>
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<p>Music by Sleeping At Last</p>
<p>EPISODE LINKS:<br />
<a href="www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Workshop Website</a><br />
<a href="www.sleepingatlast.com">Music by Sleeping At Last</a><br />
<a href="www.mikefoster.tv">Mike Foster Website</a></p>
<p>If you haven’t already, please <a href="itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2">review us on iTunes here</a>. It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on <a href="https://twitter.com/">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://facebook.com">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://instagram.com">Instagram</a>.</p>
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<p>EPISODE LINKS:<br />
<a href="www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Workshop Registration</a><br />
<a href="www.sleepingatlast.com">Music by Sleeping At Last</a></p>
<p><a href="www.mikefoster.tv">Mike's Website</a></p>
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<p>EPISODE LINKS:<br />
<a href="www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Workshop Registration</a><br />
<a href="www.sleepingatlast.com">Music by Sleeping At Last</a></p>
<p><a href="www.mikefoster.tv">Mike's Website</a></p>
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<p>If you haven’t already, please <a href="itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2">review us on iTunes here</a>. It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on <a href="https://twitter.com/">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://facebook.com">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://instagram.com">Instagram</a>.</p>
<p><strong>EPISODE LINKS</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://laurenscruggskennedy.com/">Lauren's Website</a></p>
<p><a href="https://laurenscruggskennedy.com/shop/the-clean-sweep/">The Clean Sweep</a></p>
<p><a href="www.instagram.com/laurenscruggs">Lauren's Instagram</a></p>
<p><a href="www.mikefoster.tv">MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
<p><a href="www.rescueacademy.com">Rescue Academy Workshop</a></p>
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<p>If you haven’t already, please <a href="itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2">review us on iTunes here</a>. It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on <a href="https://twitter.com/">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://facebook.com">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://instagram.com">Instagram</a>.</p>
<p><strong>EPISODE LINKS</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://laurenscruggskennedy.com/">Lauren's Website</a></p>
<p><a href="https://laurenscruggskennedy.com/shop/the-clean-sweep/">The Clean Sweep</a></p>
<p><a href="www.instagram.com/laurenscruggs">Lauren's Instagram</a></p>
<p><a href="www.mikefoster.tv">MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
<p><a href="www.rescueacademy.com">Rescue Academy Workshop</a></p>
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<p><strong>EPISODE LINKS</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-Your-Soul-Overwhelming-Thoughts/dp/1400201616/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=alison+cook&amp;qid=1556066414&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-1">Boundaries For Your Soul Book</a></p>
<p><a href="https://alisoncookphd.com/">Alison Cook Website</a></p>
<p><a href="www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Workshop</a></p>
<p><a href="www.rescueacademy.com">Rescue Academy Training</a></p>
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<p><strong>EPISODE LINKS</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-Your-Soul-Overwhelming-Thoughts/dp/1400201616/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=alison+cook&amp;qid=1556066414&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-1">Boundaries For Your Soul Book</a></p>
<p><a href="https://alisoncookphd.com/">Alison Cook Website</a></p>
<p><a href="www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Workshop</a></p>
<p><a href="www.rescueacademy.com">Rescue Academy Training</a></p>
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<p>**EPISODE LINKS: **</p>
<p><a href="https://www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Workshop: May 16-17, 2019</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000/">Mike Foster On Instagram</a></p>
<p><a href="www.sleepingatlast.com">Sleeping At Last Music</a></p>
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<p>**EPISODE LINKS: **</p>
<p><a href="https://www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Workshop: May 16-17, 2019</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000/">Mike Foster On Instagram</a></p>
<p><a href="www.sleepingatlast.com">Sleeping At Last Music</a></p>
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<p>.<br />
**EPISODE LINKS: **</p>
<p><a href="www.mackbrock.com">Mack's Website</a><br />
<a href="www.proverbs31.org">Proverbs 31 Website</a><br />
.<br />
<a href="www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Event: May 16-17, 2019</a><br />
<a href="www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000">Mike Foster  Instagram</a></p>
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<p>.<br />
**EPISODE LINKS: **</p>
<p><a href="www.mackbrock.com">Mack's Website</a><br />
<a href="www.proverbs31.org">Proverbs 31 Website</a><br />
.<br />
<a href="www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Event: May 16-17, 2019</a><br />
<a href="www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000">Mike Foster  Instagram</a></p>
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<p><strong>EPISODE LINKS:</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/malcolmwriter/">Malcolm On Instagram</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Second-Lap-Going-Distance-Race/dp/2954807008/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=the%20second%20lap&amp;qid=1553619903&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-2">Buy Malcolm's Book &quot;The Second Lap&quot;</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Workshop</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Mike's Website</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000">Mike's Instagram</a></p>
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<p><strong>EPISODE LINKS:</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/malcolmwriter/">Malcolm On Instagram</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Second-Lap-Going-Distance-Race/dp/2954807008/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=the%20second%20lap&amp;qid=1553619903&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-2">Buy Malcolm's Book &quot;The Second Lap&quot;</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Workshop</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Mike's Website</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000">Mike's Instagram</a></p>
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<p>EPISODE LINKS:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Workshop: May 16-17, 2019</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Mike's Website</a></p>
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<p>EPISODE LINKS:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Workshop: May 16-17, 2019</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Mike's Website</a></p>
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<p>Mike also shares about his new Fun Therapy 2-day event called “Strongest.”</p>
<p><strong>EPISODE LINKS:</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Eat-Cake-Brave-Melissa-Radke/dp/1538712164/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Eat%20Cake%20Be%20brave&amp;qid=1551736962&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-1">“Eat Cake. Be Brave.” Book</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.melissaradke.com">Melissa’s Website</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Event: May 16-17, 2019</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Mike’s Website</a></p>
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<p>Mike also shares about his new Fun Therapy 2-day event called “Strongest.”</p>
<p><strong>EPISODE LINKS:</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Eat-Cake-Brave-Melissa-Radke/dp/1538712164/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Eat%20Cake%20Be%20brave&amp;qid=1551736962&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-1">“Eat Cake. Be Brave.” Book</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.melissaradke.com">Melissa’s Website</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv/strongest">Strongest Event: May 16-17, 2019</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Mike’s Website</a></p>
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<p>EPISODE LINKS:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.jeremycowart.com">Jeremy Cowart Website</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Im-Possible-Jumping-Discovering-Purpose/dp/0785223746/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=jeremy%20cowart&amp;qid=1550593793&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-1">Jeremy's New Book &quot;I'm Possible&quot;</a></p>
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<p>EPISODE LINKS:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.jeremycowart.com">Jeremy Cowart Website</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Im-Possible-Jumping-Discovering-Purpose/dp/0785223746/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=jeremy%20cowart&amp;qid=1550593793&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-1">Jeremy's New Book &quot;I'm Possible&quot;</a></p>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>An estimated 50-70 million US adults have issues with insomnia and wakefulness. On this episode of Fun Therapy Mike shares 5 ways to fall asleep naturally and how to improve your quality of rest. From establishing an electronic sunset to never using a King size pillow, Mike unpacks fascinating and myth-busting research to a good night of sleep.</p>
<p>Tired of waking up tired? Having trouble staying asleep? Feeling groggy at work? With music by Sleeping At Last and featuring the song &quot;Lullaby,&quot; this episode is perfect for anyone who struggles to make friends with their pillow.</p>
<p>If you haven’t already, please <a href="itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2">review us on iTunes here</a>. It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on <a href="https://twitter.com/">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://facebook.com">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://instagram.com">Instagram</a>.</p>
<p><strong>EPISODE LINKS:</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000">Mike Foster Instagram</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Strongest: A 2-Day Event</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.sleepingatlast.com">Sleeping At Last</a></p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at <a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An estimated 50-70 million US adults have issues with insomnia and wakefulness. On this episode of Fun Therapy Mike shares 5 ways to fall asleep naturally and how to improve your quality of rest. From establishing an electronic sunset to never using a King size pillow, Mike unpacks fascinating and myth-busting research to a good night of sleep.</p>
<p>Tired of waking up tired? Having trouble staying asleep? Feeling groggy at work? With music by Sleeping At Last and featuring the song &quot;Lullaby,&quot; this episode is perfect for anyone who struggles to make friends with their pillow.</p>
<p>If you haven’t already, please <a href="itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2">review us on iTunes here</a>. It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on <a href="https://twitter.com/">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://facebook.com">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://instagram.com">Instagram</a>.</p>
<p><strong>EPISODE LINKS:</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000">Mike Foster Instagram</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Strongest: A 2-Day Event</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.sleepingatlast.com">Sleeping At Last</a></p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at <a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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<p><strong>EPISODE LINKS</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.toms.com/takeaction">End Gun Violence Campaign</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.toms.com">Toms Shoes</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Mike's Website</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000">Mike Foster Instagram</a></p>
<p>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at <a href="http://www.MikeFoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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<p><strong>EPISODE LINKS</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.toms.com/takeaction">End Gun Violence Campaign</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.toms.com">Toms Shoes</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Mike's Website</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000">Mike Foster Instagram</a></p>
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<p>Links:</p>
<p><a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/heart-of-dating/id1358733969?mt=2">Heart of Dating Podcast</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kaitness/">Kait On Instagram</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Mike's Website</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000/">Mike Foster Instagram</a></p>
<p>National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800.799.SAFE</p>
<p>Crisis Text Line: Text the word CONNECT to 741741. (US Only)</p>
<p>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at <a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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<p>Links:</p>
<p><a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/heart-of-dating/id1358733969?mt=2">Heart of Dating Podcast</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kaitness/">Kait On Instagram</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Mike's Website</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000/">Mike Foster Instagram</a></p>
<p>National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800.799.SAFE</p>
<p>Crisis Text Line: Text the word CONNECT to 741741. (US Only)</p>
<p>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at <a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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<p><strong>Show Links:</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.charitywater.org/">Charity: Water</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Thirst-Story-Redemption-Compassion-Mission/dp/1524762849/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=thirst&amp;qid=1548191716&amp;sr=8-1">Scott's New Book: &quot;Thirst&quot;</a></p>
<p>(All proceeds from Scott's book goes to support clean water projects)</p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at <a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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<p><strong>Show Links:</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.charitywater.org/">Charity: Water</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Thirst-Story-Redemption-Compassion-Mission/dp/1524762849/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=thirst&amp;qid=1548191716&amp;sr=8-1">Scott's New Book: &quot;Thirst&quot;</a></p>
<p>(All proceeds from Scott's book goes to support clean water projects)</p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at <a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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<p><strong>About Carlos Whittaker:</strong><br />
Carlos Whittaker is a People’s Choice Award winner, a former recording artist signed to a major label, a social media maven, and currently spends the majority of his time writing books and speaking on stages around the world. His latest book &quot;Kill The Spider&quot; focuses on how to tackle the roots of our issues.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.carloswhittaker.com">www.CarlosWhittaker.com</a></p>
<p>For more information on Mike Foster and the Fun Therapy podcast:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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<p><strong>About Carlos Whittaker:</strong><br />
Carlos Whittaker is a People’s Choice Award winner, a former recording artist signed to a major label, a social media maven, and currently spends the majority of his time writing books and speaking on stages around the world. His latest book &quot;Kill The Spider&quot; focuses on how to tackle the roots of our issues.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.carloswhittaker.com">www.CarlosWhittaker.com</a></p>
<p>For more information on Mike Foster and the Fun Therapy podcast:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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<p>Sleeping at Last Christmas Album on <a href="https://noisetrade.com/sleepingatlast/christmas-collection-volume-one">Noise Trade.</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.RescueAcademy.com">Rescue Academy Workshop</a></p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at <a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this special Christmas episode, Mike shares how to manage the emotional and family dynamics of the holidays. He talks about why this is both a joyful and melancholy season and gives practical tips for emotional health. Mike is also joined by Sleeping At Last as they talk about holiday traditions and his new Christmas song, &quot;When We're Together.&quot;</p>
<p>Sleeping at Last Christmas Album on <a href="https://noisetrade.com/sleepingatlast/christmas-collection-volume-one">Noise Trade.</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.RescueAcademy.com">Rescue Academy Workshop</a></p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at <a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at www.MikeFoster.tv</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hey Friends. This is Fun Therapy. I’m Mike Foster and together on this podcast we dive into the messy, not-so-perfect parts of our stories, and we do it with a smile. This is a place of love, and warm hugs, and the beautiful possibilities that awaits each and every one of us. We talk about the hard things, the mysteries of life and loss, we share about the stuff from our stories that may not have an answer just yet. but most importantly around here, we discover that we are not alone, we don’t have to be afraid and that no matter what we might be fighting through right now there’s is something quite wonderful awaiting us. It is the a the gift of knowing how strong we are, how capable we are, and that the story that we are living….is a good, good story. My name is Mike Foster and this is Fun Therapy.</p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at www.MikeFoster.tv</p>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In the Season 2 finale of <em>Fun Therapy</em>, Mike dives into the teachings of Fred Rogers (<em>Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood</em>) and why love must be the foundation for our lives. He also shares the four ways we deal with pain and a destructive belief that almost everyone carries inside of them.</p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at <a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at <a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this session of Fun Therapy, <em>New York Times</em> best-selling author Jon Acuff joins Mike to discuss his current challenge of giving himself permission to try new things. Jon is the author of six books including his most recent <em>Wall Street Journal</em> No. 1 best-seller, <em>Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done.</em> In this episode, they talk about how to build the courage to be misunderstood and how taking the risk of being “average” is part of the journey toward finding our true joy.</p>
<p>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at www.MikeFoster.tv</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this session of Fun Therapy, <em>New York Times</em> best-selling author Jon Acuff joins Mike to discuss his current challenge of giving himself permission to try new things. Jon is the author of six books including his most recent <em>Wall Street Journal</em> No. 1 best-seller, <em>Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done.</em> In this episode, they talk about how to build the courage to be misunderstood and how taking the risk of being “average” is part of the journey toward finding our true joy.</p>
<p>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at www.MikeFoster.tv</p>
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The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <itunes:subtitle>In this session of Fun Therapy, _New York Times_ best-selling author Jon Acuff joins Mike to discuss his current challenge of giving himself permission to try new things. Jon is the author of six books including his most recent _Wall Street Journal_ No. 1 best-seller, _Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done._ In this episode, they talk about how to build the courage to be misunderstood and how taking the risk of being “average” is part of the journey toward finding our true joy.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <title>21. Jedidiah Jenkins</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>Jedidiah Jenkins is a professional adventurer and the author of <em>To Shake the Sleeping Self: A 14,000 Mile Bike Trip &amp; One Man’s Quest to Live a Life With No Regrets</em>. He is a storyteller who encourages people to choose their life well and writes about everything from the cartels of Mexico to the megachurches of the U.S. to the Amazon rainforest in Bolivia. In this episode, he sits down with Mike to discuss writing, how to match cruelty with kindness and coming to terms with his sexuality.</p>
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      <itunes:summary>Jedidiah Jenkins is a professional adventurer and the author of _To Shake the Sleeping Self: A 14,000 Mile Bike Trip &amp; One Man’s Quest to Live a Life With No Regrets_. He is a storyteller who encourages people to choose their life well and writes about everything from the cartels of Mexico to the megachurches of the U.S. to the Amazon rainforest in Bolivia. In this episode, he sits down with Mike to discuss writing, how to match cruelty with kindness and coming to terms with his sexuality.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <itunes:subtitle>Jedidiah Jenkins is a professional adventurer and the author of _To Shake the Sleeping Self: A 14,000 Mile Bike Trip &amp; One Man’s Quest to Live a Life With No Regrets_. He is a storyteller who encourages people to choose their life well and writes about everything from the cartels of Mexico to the megachurches of the U.S. to the Amazon rainforest in Bolivia. In this episode, he sits down with Mike to discuss writing, how to match cruelty with kindness and coming to terms with his sexuality.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <title>20. Body Beautiful and Being a Five</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>This week, Mike shares the important role the physical body plays in our identity and how it is often overlooked during our healing process. While addressing his own trauma of being locked in his body from early childhood, he shares a fascinating and unbelievable experience. Mike is joined by Ryan O’Neal from Sleeping at Last to discuss the new song “Five” from his Enneagram series.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.sleepingatlast.com">Sleeping At Last</a></p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at www.MikeFoster.tv</p>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2018 14:52:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week, Mike shares the important role the physical body plays in our identity and how it is often overlooked during our healing process. While addressing his own trauma of being locked in his body from early childhood, he shares a fascinating and unbelievable experience. Mike is joined by Ryan O’Neal from Sleeping at Last to discuss the new song “Five” from his Enneagram series.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.sleepingatlast.com">Sleeping At Last</a></p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at www.MikeFoster.tv</p>
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      <itunes:summary>This week, Mike shares the important role the physical body plays in our identity and how it is often overlooked during our healing process. While addressing his own trauma of being locked in his body from early childhood, he shares a fascinating and unbelievable experience. Mike is joined by Ryan O’Neal from Sleeping at Last to discuss the new song “Five” from his Enneagram series.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week, Mike shares the important role the physical body plays in our identity and how it is often overlooked during our healing process. While addressing his own trauma of being locked in his body from early childhood, he shares a fascinating and unbelievable experience. Mike is joined by Ryan O’Neal from Sleeping at Last to discuss the new song “Five” from his Enneagram series.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <title>19. Heather Avis</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>Heather Avis is the author of <em>The Lucky Few</em> and an advocate for families and children with Down syndrome. In this episode she and Mike process the heavy costs that come along with a sacred calling and how she is feeling exhausted and overwhelmed in the battle.</p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at www.MikeFoster.tv</p>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 7 Jun 2018 13:19:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>mwfoster@me.com (Mike Foster)</author>
      <link>http://www.MikeFoster.tv</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Heather Avis is the author of <em>The Lucky Few</em> and an advocate for families and children with Down syndrome. In this episode she and Mike process the heavy costs that come along with a sacred calling and how she is feeling exhausted and overwhelmed in the battle.</p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at www.MikeFoster.tv</p>
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      <itunes:summary>Heather Avis is the author of _The Lucky Few_ and an advocate for families and children with Down syndrome. In this episode she and Mike process the heavy costs that come along with a sacred calling and how she is feeling exhausted and overwhelmed in the battle.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Heather Avis is the author of _The Lucky Few_ and an advocate for families and children with Down syndrome. In this episode she and Mike process the heavy costs that come along with a sacred calling and how she is feeling exhausted and overwhelmed in the battle.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <title>18. Toby Slough</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>Approximately 40 million Americans struggle with an anxiety disorder and about 2 percent of these individuals are prone to panic attacks. A panic attack is a sudden episode of intense fear that triggers severe physical reactions where you feel completely out of control and often feel like you’re dying.</p>
<p>Toby Slough is a megachurch pastor who struggles with serious panic attacks and anxiety. In this episode of <em>Fun Therapy</em>, Toby and Mike process the impact his anxiety disorder has had on his life, family and ministry.</p>
]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 31 May 2018 16:32:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>mwfoster@me.com (Mike Foster)</author>
      <link>http://www.MikeFoster.tv</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Approximately 40 million Americans struggle with an anxiety disorder and about 2 percent of these individuals are prone to panic attacks. A panic attack is a sudden episode of intense fear that triggers severe physical reactions where you feel completely out of control and often feel like you’re dying.</p>
<p>Toby Slough is a megachurch pastor who struggles with serious panic attacks and anxiety. In this episode of <em>Fun Therapy</em>, Toby and Mike process the impact his anxiety disorder has had on his life, family and ministry.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:title>18. Toby Slough</itunes:title>
      <itunes:author>Mike Foster</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Approximately 40 million Americans struggle with an anxiety disorder and about 2 percent of these individuals are prone to panic attacks. A panic attack is a sudden episode of intense fear that triggers severe physical reactions where you feel completely out of control and often feel like you’re dying.

Toby Slough is a megachurch pastor who struggles with serious panic attacks and anxiety. In this episode of _Fun Therapy_, Toby and Mike process the impact his anxiety disorder has had on his life, family and ministry.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Approximately 40 million Americans struggle with an anxiety disorder and about 2 percent of these individuals are prone to panic attacks. A panic attack is a sudden episode of intense fear that triggers severe physical reactions where you feel completely out of control and often feel like you’re dying.

Toby Slough is a megachurch pastor who struggles with serious panic attacks and anxiety. In this episode of _Fun Therapy_, Toby and Mike process the impact his anxiety disorder has had on his life, family and ministry.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <title>17. Margaret Feinberg</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this week’s episode of <em>Fun Therapy,</em> Mike is joined by acclaimed writer, speaker and Bible teacher Margaret Feinberg. The two talk about how to deal with major changes in life, what going through the grief process is like and how to deal with daily pain.</p>
<p>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at www.MikeFoster.tv</p>
]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2018 21:41:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>mwfoster@me.com (Mike Foster)</author>
      <link>http://www.MikeFoster.tv</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this week’s episode of <em>Fun Therapy,</em> Mike is joined by acclaimed writer, speaker and Bible teacher Margaret Feinberg. The two talk about how to deal with major changes in life, what going through the grief process is like and how to deal with daily pain.</p>
<p>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at www.MikeFoster.tv</p>
]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:title>17. Margaret Feinberg</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>In this week’s episode of _Fun Therapy,_ Mike is joined by acclaimed writer, speaker and Bible teacher Margaret Feinberg. The two talk about how to deal with major changes in life, what going through the grief process is like and how to deal with daily pain.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <itunes:subtitle>In this week’s episode of _Fun Therapy,_ Mike is joined by acclaimed writer, speaker and Bible teacher Margaret Feinberg. The two talk about how to deal with major changes in life, what going through the grief process is like and how to deal with daily pain.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

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<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at www.MikeFoster.tv</p>
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<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at www.MikeFoster.tv</p>
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The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

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      <itunes:subtitle>Karrie Garcia from the Freedom Movement sits down with Mike to process the voice inside that tells her to live small and not to dream too big. She works through the implications that her mother’s suicide has had on her life and the struggle of feeling unwanted.

 

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <title>15. Jamie Tworkowski</title>
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The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Jamie Tworkowski is the founder of To Write Love On Her Arms. In this episode, he processes with Mike the struggle to discover his new voice, the pain of heartbreak and the desire to find true love.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Eryn Eddy, the founder of So Worth Loving, shares about the devastating impact of her recent divorce. In this episode, she processes with Mike the shame she felt and what she needed most from her friends.

 

 

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In the Season 2 premiere of <em>Fun Therapy</em>, author Rebekah Lyons joins Mike to discuss what it’s like to be torn between her calling and her family.  </p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In the Season 2 premiere of <em>Fun Therapy</em>, author Rebekah Lyons joins Mike to discuss what it’s like to be torn between her calling and her family.  </p>
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The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>In the Season 2 premiere of _Fun Therapy_, author Rebekah Lyons joins Mike to discuss what it’s like to be torn between her calling and her family.  

 

 

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <title>12. Season 2 Trailer</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>Season two of <em>Fun Therapy</em> with Mike Foster is coming April 23! Each episode dives into the horribly messy parts of our stories (with a smile). Each episode features a candid “therapy” session with a key leader, influencer or artist.</p>
<p>No talking points. No shameless self-promotion. Only beautiful imperfection on display as we discover tactics to turn our setbacks into superpowers.</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Season two of <em>Fun Therapy</em> with Mike Foster is coming April 23! Each episode dives into the horribly messy parts of our stories (with a smile). Each episode features a candid “therapy” session with a key leader, influencer or artist.</p>
<p>No talking points. No shameless self-promotion. Only beautiful imperfection on display as we discover tactics to turn our setbacks into superpowers.</p>
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No talking points. No shameless self-promotion. Only beautiful imperfection on display as we discover tactics to turn our setbacks into superpowers.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <itunes:subtitle>Season two of _Fun Therapy_ with Mike Foster is coming April 23! Each episode dives into the horribly messy parts of our stories (with a smile). Each episode features a candid “therapy” session with a key leader, influencer or artist.

No talking points. No shameless self-promotion. Only beautiful imperfection on display as we discover tactics to turn our setbacks into superpowers.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <title>11. Finding Hope And Breadsticks</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Mike shares some final thoughts on the themes, ideas and stories shared throughout season one. He discusses the keys to creating connection and tips to get people to open up. He also places a call to Ryan O’Neal from Sleeping At Last to ask a big favor.</p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at <a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Mike shares some final thoughts on the themes, ideas and stories shared throughout season one. He discusses the keys to creating connection and tips to get people to open up. He also places a call to Ryan O’Neal from Sleeping At Last to ask a big favor.</p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at <a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <itunes:subtitle>In this episode, Mike shares some final thoughts on the themes, ideas and stories shared throughout season one. He discusses the keys to creating connection and tips to get people to open up. He also places a call to Ryan O’Neal from Sleeping At Last to ask a big favor.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In February, Lauren was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer. She was just 31 and had three young kids.</p>
<p>Her form of cancer was incredibly aggressive and took her on a journey of pain, questions and discovering what truly mattered in life.</p>
<p>In this session, Lauren and Mike talk about how cancer changed her and how she had to fight for joy in the midst of deep physical and emotional suffering.</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In February, Lauren was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer. She was just 31 and had three young kids.</p>
<p>Her form of cancer was incredibly aggressive and took her on a journey of pain, questions and discovering what truly mattered in life.</p>
<p>In this session, Lauren and Mike talk about how cancer changed her and how she had to fight for joy in the midst of deep physical and emotional suffering.</p>
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      <itunes:summary>In February, Lauren was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer. She was just 31 and had three young kids.

Her form of cancer was incredibly aggressive and took her on a journey of pain, questions and discovering what truly mattered in life.

In this session, Lauren and Mike talk about how cancer changed her and how she had to fight for joy in the midst of deep physical and emotional suffering.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <itunes:subtitle>In February, Lauren was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer. She was just 31 and had three young kids.

Her form of cancer was incredibly aggressive and took her on a journey of pain, questions and discovering what truly mattered in life.

In this session, Lauren and Mike talk about how cancer changed her and how she had to fight for joy in the midst of deep physical and emotional suffering.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <title>Annie F. Downs</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>Annie F. Downs is a best-selling author and nationally known speaker based in Nashville, Tennessee. In this session of <em>Fun Therapy</em>, Mike talks to her about the struggles of being single, feelings of rejection and what it means to truly belong.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.anniefdowns.com/">Annie's Website</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Mike's Website</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000">Mike's Instagram</a></p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at <a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2017 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>mwfoster@me.com (Mike Foster)</author>
      <link>http://www.MikeFoster.tv</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Annie F. Downs is a best-selling author and nationally known speaker based in Nashville, Tennessee. In this session of <em>Fun Therapy</em>, Mike talks to her about the struggles of being single, feelings of rejection and what it means to truly belong.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.anniefdowns.com/">Annie's Website</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Mike's Website</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000">Mike's Instagram</a></p>
<p><strong>ABOUT MIKE FOSTER</strong></p>
<p>Mike Foster is an author, speaker and executive counselor helping people turn setbacks into super powers. His work has been featured on FOX, ABC and in the New York Times. He lives in San Diego, CA with his wife. You can learn more at <a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">www.MikeFoster.tv</a></p>
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The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Annie F. Downs is a best-selling author and nationally known speaker based in Nashville, Tennessee. In this session of _Fun Therapy_, Mike talks to her about the struggles of being single, feelings of rejection and what it means to truly belong.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <title>8. Miles Adcox</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>Miles Adcox is the CEO of Onsite, a worldwide leader in helping people live emotionally healthy lives. In this episode, Mike and Miles discuss the power of experiential therapy, the misconceptions of trauma and why giving advice is rarely helpful.</p>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2017 22:48:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>mwfoster@me.com (Mike Foster)</author>
      <link>http://www.MikeFoster.tv</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Miles Adcox is the CEO of Onsite, a worldwide leader in helping people live emotionally healthy lives. In this episode, Mike and Miles discuss the power of experiential therapy, the misconceptions of trauma and why giving advice is rarely helpful.</p>
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      <itunes:title>8. Miles Adcox</itunes:title>
      <itunes:author>Mike Foster</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:duration>00:47:04</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>Miles Adcox is the CEO of Onsite, a worldwide leader in helping people live emotionally healthy lives. In this episode, Mike and Miles discuss the power of experiential therapy, the misconceptions of trauma and why giving advice is rarely helpful.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Miles Adcox is the CEO of Onsite, a worldwide leader in helping people live emotionally healthy lives. In this episode, Mike and Miles discuss the power of experiential therapy, the misconceptions of trauma and why giving advice is rarely helpful.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>7. Jay and Katherine Wolf</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>In 2008, Katherine suffered a massive brain stem stroke.</p>
<p>She was 26 at the time and now, almost 10 years later, the aftershocks of that moment still remain. Katherine’s face is permanently paralyzed, she needs a wheelchair to get around and her speech and hearing are impacted. It’s been an excruciating yet beautiful road that has led the Wolf family to find a new normal in almost every aspect of their life.</p>
<p>In this episode, we talk about their marriage, family and the things they have learned when life gives you something … unexpected.</p>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 8 Nov 2017 20:27:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>mwfoster@me.com (Mike Foster)</author>
      <link>http://www.MikeFoster.tv</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In 2008, Katherine suffered a massive brain stem stroke.</p>
<p>She was 26 at the time and now, almost 10 years later, the aftershocks of that moment still remain. Katherine’s face is permanently paralyzed, she needs a wheelchair to get around and her speech and hearing are impacted. It’s been an excruciating yet beautiful road that has led the Wolf family to find a new normal in almost every aspect of their life.</p>
<p>In this episode, we talk about their marriage, family and the things they have learned when life gives you something … unexpected.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:title>7. Jay and Katherine Wolf</itunes:title>
      <itunes:author>Mike Foster</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:duration>00:49:42</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>In 2008, Katherine suffered a massive brain stem stroke.

She was 26 at the time and now, almost 10 years later, the aftershocks of that moment still remain. Katherine’s face is permanently paralyzed, she needs a wheelchair to get around and her speech and hearing are impacted. It’s been an excruciating yet beautiful road that has led the Wolf family to find a new normal in almost every aspect of their life.

In this episode, we talk about their marriage, family and the things they have learned when life gives you something … unexpected.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>In 2008, Katherine suffered a massive brain stem stroke.

She was 26 at the time and now, almost 10 years later, the aftershocks of that moment still remain. Katherine’s face is permanently paralyzed, she needs a wheelchair to get around and her speech and hearing are impacted. It’s been an excruciating yet beautiful road that has led the Wolf family to find a new normal in almost every aspect of their life.

In this episode, we talk about their marriage, family and the things they have learned when life gives you something … unexpected.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <title>6. Bianca Olthoff</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this emotional new episode of <em>Fun Therapy</em>, Mike Foster talks with writer Bianca Juarez Olthoff. Bianca talks about her struggles with weight, body image and her upbringing.</p>
]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 1 Nov 2017 21:59:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>mwfoster@me.com (Mike Foster)</author>
      <link>http://www.MikeFoster.tv</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this emotional new episode of <em>Fun Therapy</em>, Mike Foster talks with writer Bianca Juarez Olthoff. Bianca talks about her struggles with weight, body image and her upbringing.</p>
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      <itunes:title>6. Bianca Olthoff</itunes:title>
      <itunes:author>Mike Foster</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>In this emotional new episode of _Fun Therapy_, Mike Foster talks with writer Bianca Juarez Olthoff. Bianca talks about her struggles with weight, body image and her upbringing.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>In this emotional new episode of _Fun Therapy_, Mike Foster talks with writer Bianca Juarez Olthoff. Bianca talks about her struggles with weight, body image and her upbringing.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <title>5. Caitlin Crosby</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>Caitlin Crosby is a successful singer-songwriter who has changed thousands of lives as the founder of “The Giving Keys,” which provides opportunities for individuals transitioning out of homelessness. But for years, she has been fighting a secret battle with body image and the shame it’s brought her. For the first time publicly, Caitlin discusses her personal struggle and how she is working through it.</p>
]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Oct 2017 20:21:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>mwfoster@me.com (Mike Foster)</author>
      <link>http://www.MikeFoster.tv</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Caitlin Crosby is a successful singer-songwriter who has changed thousands of lives as the founder of “The Giving Keys,” which provides opportunities for individuals transitioning out of homelessness. But for years, she has been fighting a secret battle with body image and the shame it’s brought her. For the first time publicly, Caitlin discusses her personal struggle and how she is working through it.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:title>5. Caitlin Crosby</itunes:title>
      <itunes:author>Mike Foster</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:duration>00:42:42</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>Caitlin Crosby is a successful singer-songwriter who has changed thousands of lives as the founder of “The Giving Keys,” which provides opportunities for individuals transitioning out of homelessness. But for years, she has been fighting a secret battle with body image and the shame it’s brought her. For the first time publicly, Caitlin discusses her personal struggle and how she is working through it.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Caitlin Crosby is a successful singer-songwriter who has changed thousands of lives as the founder of “The Giving Keys,” which provides opportunities for individuals transitioning out of homelessness. But for years, she has been fighting a secret battle with body image and the shame it’s brought her. For the first time publicly, Caitlin discusses her personal struggle and how she is working through it.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <title>4. Maria Goff</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this moving new episode of <em>Fun Therapy</em>, Mike Foster talks with activist and author of <em>Love Lives Here</em>, Maria Goff.</p>
<p>Maria opens up about the massive fire that destroyed her and her husband, Bob’s, shared home. She also discusses healing from childhood sexual abuse and more.</p>
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      <itunes:summary>In this moving new episode of _Fun Therapy_, Mike Foster talks with activist and author of _Love Lives Here_, Maria Goff.

Maria opens up about the massive fire that destroyed her and her husband, Bob’s, shared home. She also discusses healing from childhood sexual abuse and more.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <itunes:subtitle>In this moving new episode of _Fun Therapy_, Mike Foster talks with activist and author of _Love Lives Here_, Maria Goff.

Maria opens up about the massive fire that destroyed her and her husband, Bob’s, shared home. She also discusses healing from childhood sexual abuse and more.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <itunes:subtitle>To many people, activist and author Jason Russell is best known for founding the organization, Invisible Children, and the _Kony 2012_ video they produced to bring international attention to the hunt for infamous warlord Joseph Kony. But to others, he’s remembered for a public breakdown he suffered on the streets of San Diego that was filmed and published by TMZ. This week, Mike Foster talks with Jason about overcoming the difficult event, finding his true identity and moving on from the past.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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<p><a href="http://www.sleepingatlast.com">Sleeping At Last Website</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Mike Foster Website</a></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.sleepingatlast.com">Sleeping At Last Website</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mikefoster.tv">Mike Foster Website</a></p>
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The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Sleeping At Last frontman and noted songwriter Ryan O’Neal has had a lot of success as a musician, but that hasn’t made him immune to battling depression. In the premiere episode of _Fun Therapy_, Mike Foster talks with Ryan about his struggles, the roles that self-criticism and perfectionism play in his emotional health, and how to break out of the cycle of despair.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Check out the preview for the debut season of Fun Therapy with Mike Foster. Each episode will feature a candid “therapy” session with a key leader, influencer or artist (with a smile). No talking points. No shameless self-promotion. Only beautiful imperfectness on display as we discover tactics to turn our setbacks into superpowers.</p>
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      <itunes:summary>Check out the preview for the debut season of Fun Therapy with Mike Foster. Each episode will feature a candid “therapy” session with a key leader, influencer or artist (with a smile). No talking points. No shameless self-promotion. Only beautiful imperfectness on display as we discover tactics to turn our setbacks into superpowers.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Check out the preview for the debut season of Fun Therapy with Mike Foster. Each episode will feature a candid “therapy” session with a key leader, influencer or artist (with a smile). No talking points. No shameless self-promotion. Only beautiful imperfectness on display as we discover tactics to turn our setbacks into superpowers.

  

The Fun Therapy Podcast is a proud member of [The RELEVANT Podcast Network](https://relevantmagazine.com/podcasts/). Subscribe to the podcast in [iTunes](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2), or S[titcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/relevant-podcast-network-2/fun-therapy).

If you haven’t already, please [review us on iTunes here](itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fun-therapy/id1290469005?mt=2). It’s an important way to help new listeners discover the show! And be sure to say hello on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/), [Facebook](http://facebook.com) and [Instagram](http://instagram.com).

 

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