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Becoming Better—In Business and in Life with Stacey Bullman

In this inspiring and energizing episode of Positive Solutions 4 Life, Peggy Meyer sits down with Stacey Bullman, founder of I’m Not Mad At You Consulting, to explore what it really takes to create growth—personally and professionally.
With over 25 years of experience in corporate leadership, Stacey has mastered the art of helping businesses and individuals become their best. Her consulting approach blends honesty, compassion, and speed—delivering real, measurable results in just two weeks instead of months.
Together, Peggy and Stacey dive into the heart of what holds people and organizations back—fear, ego, and mindset—and uncover how simple shifts in self-awareness, communication, and accountability can unlock massive transformation.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
The powerful meaning behind “I’m Not Mad At You”
How constructive feedback builds stronger teams
Why most business problems come down to revenue—and how to fix it
The 3 essential entities in every business: employer, employee, and company
The link between profit, people, and purpose
How to assess yourself and your organization for lasting improvement
The power of language, belief, and setting “big scary goals”
Why being 1% better every day leads to exponential growth
Key Takeaways:
💬 “Feedback isn’t criticism—it’s a tool for growth.”💬 “You can’t improve the company without improving the people.”💬 “If your goals don’t scare you, they’re not big enough.”
Connect with Stacey Bullman:
🌐 I’m Not Mad At You Consulting📸 Instagram💼 LinkedIn
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Make ‘Someday’--NOW!

Are you spending your time reacting to life—or creating the life you truly want? In this episode, Peggy explores how to use time as a tool to shape your future. Inspired by the book Time Is a Tool by Dr. Ben Hardy and Blake Erickson, this conversation will help you shift your mindset from surviving to thriving by learning how to:
Stop living from your past,
Become intentional in your present, and
Start living your future now.
Peggy shares how our past, present, and future are all connected—and how the way we use our time today determines who we become tomorrow. You’ll learn how to review your “life game film,” create a clear vision for your future, and set “impossible” goals that stretch and inspire you.
If you’ve ever caught yourself saying, “Someday I’ll…”, this episode will challenge you to stop waiting for someday and start living your future self today.
Key Takeaways
Your past is not your prison—it’s your teacher.
Your present is where your power lies; every small choice compounds.
Your future starts right now—clarity and action create momentum.
Deadlines create urgency; time expands or contracts with your focus.
Impossible goals stretch your imagination and accelerate your growth.
Practical Tips
Get clear on your future vision. What does your dream life look like?
Evaluate how you’re spending your days—are you living intentionally or just getting by?
Review your past with curiosity, not judgment. Learn and move forward.
Create “impossible” goals and pair them with deadlines.
Live as your future self today—through your thoughts, habits, and choices.
Connect with Peggy Meyer
🌐 Website: https://positivesolutions4life.com

Born Superhuman – Reclaiming Your Inner Power with Dan Metcalfe

In this inspiring episode of Positive Solutions 4 Life, Peggy Meyer sits down with Dan Metcalfe — athlete, performer, author, and founder of Total Balance Company — to explore what it truly means to be Born Superhuman.
From a career-ending spinal injury to rebuilding his life after traumatic brain injury, Dan’s story is one of resilience, mindset, and transformation. He shares powerful lessons on the brain-body connection, how to rewire limiting beliefs, and how to move from victimhood to victory.
This conversation reminds us that every human being is born with light, purpose, and the ability to heal and grow — no matter what life brings.
💡 In This Episode You’ll Learn:
How life’s hardest challenges can become your greatest gifts
Why we are all born superhuman — and how to reconnect to that truth
How to rewire your brain through self-awareness and repetition
The difference between hope and belief (and why belief wins)
Why time — not money — is your most valuable resource
How to use discipline, truth, and purpose to transform your reality
What it means to live with balance in body, mind, and spirit
🔗 Connect with Dan Metcalfe:
🌐 Website: BornSuperhuman.com🏢 Founder: Total Balance Company📘 Author of Born Superhuman
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Maybe It's You--Book Summary

In this episode of Positive Solutions 4 Life, Peggy Meyer breaks down Maybe It’s You by Lauren Handel Zander — a no-nonsense, deep-dive workbook designed to help you face the truth about what’s really holding you back.
Through the Handel Method, Zander guides readers to uncover the thoughts, beliefs, and emotional patterns that shape their lives — often unconsciously. Peggy walks through the book’s key concepts, including:
Designing your dream life in 12 core areas
Identifying your inner saboteurs — the Weather Reporter, Chicken, Brat, Hide & Sneak, PR Agent, and Double Agent
Understanding how theories become limiting beliefs
Building personal integrity by keeping promises to yourself
Facing your “dirty laundry” — past experiences, family patterns, and emotional hauntings that keep you stuck
This episode is a powerful reminder that transformation starts within. By getting honest with yourself, breaking your excuses, and keeping promises, you can rewrite your life story and finally live the dream you were meant to.
Key Takeaways:
Awareness is the first step to change — you can’t fix what you won’t face.
Your excuses protect your comfort zone, not your dreams.
Integrity = keeping promises to yourself.
Healing requires confronting your past, not avoiding it.
True freedom comes when you take full responsibility for your life.
Zander’s message is simple yet profound:
“You are the common denominator in your life. The good news? You have the power to change it.”
 
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The Healing Power of Music with Dr. Barbara Minton

In this inspiring episode of Positive Solutions 4 Life, host Peggy Meyer sits down with Dr. Barbara Minton — psychologist, neuroscientist, and musician — to explore how music can calm the nervous system, transform emotions, and support deep healing.
As the visionary behind the neuroscience-based album Calm the Storm, Dr. Minton shares how her research bridges science and art — showing that music doesn’t just soothe us; it interacts with our brain to restore balance.
This episode dives into the fascinating science of sound, emotion, and self-awareness, offering practical ways to use music intentionally for stress reduction, emotional regulation, and overall well-being.
💬 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
How Dr. Minton’s background in psychology, neuroscience, and music led to the creation of Calm the Storm
Why music can both calm or energize — and how it depends on your current brain state
The science behind how music interacts with your nervous system
Why intentional listening can transform your emotional health
How to find the right music for your unique needs
Simple ways to use music daily for relaxation, focus, and emotional repair
The importance of noticing your own body’s response to sound
How music can support healing for anxiety, stress, and even PTSD
🎧 Key Takeaways:
Music doesn’t do something to you — it interacts with you.
The same song can have completely different effects depending on your mental state.
You are the expert on how music affects your body and emotions.
Intentional listening is a simple, free, and powerful form of self-care.
Calming, resonant tones can help reduce rumination and promote emotional balance.
🌿 About Dr. Barbara Minton
Dr. Barbara Minton is a psychologist, neuroscientist, and musician whose work explores the therapeutic power of music on the brain. She is the creator of Calm the Storm, a neuroscience-based musical collaboration with guitarist Peppino D’Agostino, designed to help listeners reduce stress, restore balance, and reconnect with themselves.
Visit musicandhealing.net to learn more about her research, listen to the album, and read her blog on music and the brain.
🔗 Connect with Dr. Barbara Minton
🌐 Website: musicandhealing.net
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✨ Episode Quote:
“Music doesn’t just soothe us — it interacts with our brains to help us heal.” — Dr. Barbara Minton

Time is a Tool--Book Summary

In this episode of Positive Solutions 4 Life, Peggy Meyer explores a transformative idea from Dr. Benjamin Hardy and Blake Erickson’s book Time Is a Tool. What if time isn’t something that happens to you — but something you can use for you?
You’ll learn how to stop living life on repeat, break free from the habits of your past, and begin operating from your future self — today. Peggy walks through key insights from the book, including how to:
Shift your mindset from working toward your goals to living from them now
Understand “slow time” vs. “fast time” and why not all time is created equal
Recognize how “time promotes or exposes you” through your daily choices
Harness the power of deadlines for clarity and momentum
Duplicate your time to multiply your impact
Reframe your past as a tool for growth, not limitation
Peggy also shares practical reflection questions and challenges to help you live a more intentional, purpose-driven life where time becomes your ally, not your enemy.
Key Takeaways
Operate from your goal — Be your future self now.
Set bold deadlines — Deadlines create focus and urgency.
Duplicate your time — Leverage systems, people, and learning.
Reframe your past — Let it refine, not define, you.
Remember: Time will either promote you or expose you.
Reflection Questions
What would your future self do right now?
How much of your life is lived in deep time vs. shallow time?
What’s one small decision today that will promote your future self?
Challenge of the Week
Take one action this week your future self will thank you for.
Maybe it’s having that hard conversation, setting a bold deadline, or finally letting go of something that no longer serves you.Time isn’t waiting — it’s shaping who you become. Use it as a tool, and start living from your future now.
 
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Designing From the Inside Out with Nicole Roe

Today’s conversation I’m joined by Nicole Roe, founder of R. Nickson Interiors, to explore how our surroundings shape our mindset, emotions, and even our confidence. Nicole isn’t just a designer—she’s a tastemaker, helping people live more authentically by curating spaces that reflect who they truly are, inside and out.
From sterile classrooms to cozy homes, Nicole shares her lifelong awareness of how environments affect our emotional well-being and productivity. She takes us inside her journey—from engineering and construction to luxury interior design—and reveals how even small choices in lighting, color, and texture can completely transform how we feel in a space.
This episode is about so much more than décor—it’s about identity, alignment, and creating an environment that supports your best self.
✨ Key Takeaways
1. Your environment mirrors your inner world.From the paint on your walls to the clutter on your dresser, every detail affects your emotions and energy. When your space feels chaotic, your mind often follows.
2. Design is transformation.Nicole describes interior design as a “start-to-finish” process that helps people breathe easier, slow their heart rate, and find peace when they enter their space.
3. Lighting and color matter.Flattering, layered lighting—lamps, sconces, warm tones—creates comfort and calm. Even choosing the right paint color based on how you use the room can make a huge difference.
4. Discover your design personality.Are you low contrast (soft neutrals), medium contrast (balanced tones), or high contrast (bold and dramatic)? Understanding your visual comfort zone helps create spaces that feel authentically you.
5. Create functional, inviting spaces.Design should support how you live. Think beyond “pretty” to “purposeful”—what makes your family want to gather in a room, linger, and connect?
6. Give yourself permission to be authentic.So often, people decorate based on trends or what they see on Pinterest. Nicole encourages clients to embrace their true taste—not what’s popular, but what feels like home.
7. Tidy space, calmer mind.A quick 10–15 minute reset—putting away clutter, fluffing pillows, clearing counters—can instantly lift your mood and reset your day.
8. Design for peace and joy.Whether it’s your bedroom, office, or living area, choose textures, lighting, and organization that bring you calm, joy, and energy in equal measure.
🪞Practical Tips from Nicole
Start small: Clear out what you don’t love or use.
Find your “North Star” piece: Choose one or two items you absolutely love and let the room evolve around them.
Use hidden storage: Keep surfaces clear to calm your mind.
Layer softness: Upholstery, fabrics, and textures create warmth and balance.
Reflect who you are: Include pieces that tell your story—travel finds, collections, family memories.
💬 Peggy’s Reflection
Nicole reminds us that designing a home is more than choosing colors and furniture—it’s about crafting an environment that reflects our energy, supports our growth, and helps us show up in the world as our truest, most vibrant selves.
When you feel at home in your surroundings, you naturally stand taller, breathe deeper, and live more authentically.
🔗 Connect with Nicole Roe
Website: R. Nickson Interiors
Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn, and YouTube: @rnickdoninteriors
 Podcast: Highly Affected By Her Surroundings
Book a virtual consultation to receive personalized design advice—and permission to transform your space into one that feels beautifully you.
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Rethinking Income, Spending and Debt

In this episode of Positive Solutions 4 Life, Peggy Meyer explores how our mindset around income and spending can either set us free or keep us stuck in financial stress. Most people round up their earnings, round down their expenses, and focus on gross instead of net income. This creates a hidden 10–20% gap that leads to overspending, debt, and constant anxiety.
Peggy breaks down:
Key statistics on income, spending, and debt in America.
The top 5 reasons people get into debt.
Why financial stress is so common—and how to escape it.
A practical solution: stop rounding, focus on your net, and learn to live below your means.
If you’ve ever felt like the math just doesn’t work in your finances, this episode will help you see why—and what to do about it.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The difference between gross and net income—and why it matters.
The top reasons Americans end up in debt.
How rounding numbers in your mind creates financial blind spots.
Steps you can take today to reduce stress and create financial peace.
 
Connect with Peggy Meyer: 🌐 Website: positivesolutions4life.com

The Psychology of Self-Sabotage with Albert Bramante

This week, Peggy Meyer sits down with Albert Bramante—college professor, licensed talent agent, and expert on the psychology of self-sabotage. With over 20 years in the entertainment industry and a background in psychology, Albert shares his journey from aspiring clinical psychologist to crisis intervention work after 9/11, to becoming a professor and talent agent.
We dive deep into:
Why self-sabotage isn’t a flaw, but a protective mechanism
How fear of success and fear of failure both hold us back
The impact of victimhood vs. accountability on identity and growth
Money mindset: why creatives and helpers often struggle to charge for their work
Why mindset is only half the battle—action builds success
The importance of small steps, tribe, and accountability in creating momentum
Albert’s insights highlight how our inner scripts, identity, and environment shape our ability to grow and succeed. His final reminder: “There’s no such thing as failure, only feedback—and every no just means not right now.”
🔗 Connect with Albert:
Linktree: linktr.ee/albertbramante
Website: albertbramante.com
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Thriving: Moving Beyond Survival Mode

Are you simply surviving, or are you thriving?
In last week’s episode, we explored survival mode—that space where stress, worry, and short-term thinking keep us from rest, growth, and long-term fulfillment. This week, we’re taking the conversation deeper and shifting the focus toward thriving.
Thriving means flourishing across every dimension of life—physically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. It’s about living with vitality, purpose, resilience, and joy. When you thrive, you’re not just reacting to life—you’re directing it.
In this episode, I’ll share:✨ The definition of thriving and its key components✨ Why short-term thinking keeps us stuck in survival mode✨ The power of envisioning your future and writing it down✨ A step-by-step process to close the gap between where you are now and where you want to be✨ How small, intentional actions lead to long-term transformation
You’ll walk away with clarity, inspiration, and practical tools to begin creating your best future—one that excites you and helps you live in integrity with your true self.
As Brendon Burchard says, “The future is better than you think, so you better start thinking about it.”
Are you ready to move beyond survival and step into thriving? Let’s dive in.
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