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As part of the human experience we have trials that seem to take the life right out of us, and sometimes that challenge can be quite literal like near death experiences. Other times we face relationship issues that devastate us in divorce, domestic abuse and more. The death of a loved one often makes the survivor stop living. Life can be tremendously cruel. It can shake you to depths many never come back from.

The solution is surprisingly simple. It falls to adopting a new mindset. “It’s not what happened to you; it’s what you do with what happens.” 

In this inspiring and life changing show, Dr. Allen Lycka takes you on a journey of healing and provides you with tools to take back your life. He discovered The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life, the title of his bestselling book that began his journey to help others. The 13 Golden Pearls of Wisdom he learned, will inspire you to find your own fantastic life.  Find the free book here:  https://13GPnow.ca

He interviews fascinating successful people that have lived through tragedy and near death experiences as he has and have come back stronger than ever and now live to inspire others to do the same. 

Join us and take your life back, and make the world a better place!

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    • 4.8 • 19 Ratings

As part of the human experience we have trials that seem to take the life right out of us, and sometimes that challenge can be quite literal like near death experiences. Other times we face relationship issues that devastate us in divorce, domestic abuse and more. The death of a loved one often makes the survivor stop living. Life can be tremendously cruel. It can shake you to depths many never come back from.

The solution is surprisingly simple. It falls to adopting a new mindset. “It’s not what happened to you; it’s what you do with what happens.” 

In this inspiring and life changing show, Dr. Allen Lycka takes you on a journey of healing and provides you with tools to take back your life. He discovered The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life, the title of his bestselling book that began his journey to help others. The 13 Golden Pearls of Wisdom he learned, will inspire you to find your own fantastic life.  Find the free book here:  https://13GPnow.ca

He interviews fascinating successful people that have lived through tragedy and near death experiences as he has and have come back stronger than ever and now live to inspire others to do the same. 

Join us and take your life back, and make the world a better place!

    270: A Journey of Transformation and Purpose

    270: A Journey of Transformation and Purpose

    Originally Published February 17, 2023 Tune in for an insightful conversation between Dr. Allen Lycka and Christelle Pillot, a former engineer turned coach who helps clients navigate career changes and personal development. Christelle shares her journey from engineering to coaching, highlighting the importance of aligning one's career with personal values and finding meaning in life. She emphasizes the significance of simplicity and resilience in pursuing goals, encouraging listeners to trust themselves and enjoy the journey of self-discovery. The discussion touches on psychology, career transitions, and living a fulfilled life, offering practical advice and inspiring insights.
     
    About Christelle Pillot: Christelle started her practice after realizing that as an expat and a mother of 3, she does not fit any mold. She created a program integrating psychology, business, and personal development practices. Christelle helps clients to create profitable careers, and rediscover themselves while giving time to home and family and living a fulfilled life, especially as an expat.
     
    Social Media:
    Blog: https://www.christellepillot.com/blog  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedom_catcher_academy/?hl=en  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christellepillotcoaching/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/design-your-life   
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    This show is built on “The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life.” Get your copy by visiting: https://secretsbook.now.site/home
     
    We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us!
     
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    • 27 min
    269: Define as Many Passions as you Can

    269: Define as Many Passions as you Can

    Originally Published June 02, 2022. This program features Eddie Purtell, who lives with neurofibromatosis type 1. Eddie openly discusses his experiences and achievements despite the challenges posed by his condition. He shares his amazing journey which includes overcoming medical procedures and learning to live with neurofibromatosis, including running marathons and becoming an ambassador for the Neurofibromatosis Foundation. Through his story, Eddie hopes to inspire others with disabilities to pursue their passions and lead fulfilling lives. 
     
    About Eddie Purtell: Born with NF type 1 diagnosed at birth, Eddie grew up in Milwaukee, WI. He ran 14 half marathons (11 of which were for Children's Tumor Foundation) and 1 marathon (also for CTF) and helped raise over $130,000 for CTF. Hobbies include skiing, biking, and hiking. 
     
    Social Media:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edpurtell/?hl=en  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eddiepurtell/  
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    It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation, please email me at allen@drallenlycka.com or visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka. We would love to have you join us there, and welcome your messages. We check our Messenger often.
     
    This show is built on “The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life.” Get your copy by visiting: https://secretsbook.now.site/home
     
    We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us!
     
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    • 26 min
    Practice What you Preach

    Practice What you Preach

    Originally Published November 03, 2022 Today Dr. Allen Lycka is joined by Dr. David Bernstein, a highly respected physician specializing in internal medicine and geriatric medicine. Dr. Bernstein is fascinated with longevity and talks about his research on factors contributing to a healthy and fulfilling life, highlighting the "Power of Five" formula: Grace (goals, roots, attitude, companionship, environment). If you want to live a long and fantastic life tune into this show!  Dr. Bernstein emphasizes the importance of lifestyle choices like avoiding sweets, managing stress, getting sufficient sleep, exercising regularly, and fostering social connections. He also touches on the detrimental effects of chronic inflammation and the significance of addressing sleep apnea. 
     
    About Dr. David Bernstein: David Bernstein, M.D. is a highly respected physician who is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Geriatrics. His 40 years of experience have provided him with opportunities to observe, empathize and guide thousands of adults and generations of families as they mature. His compassion and ability to see…
     
    Social Media:
    Website: https://www.powerof5life.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Powerof5Life  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/powerof5life/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/powerof5testkitchen/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdavidbernstein/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/Powerof5Life  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_WtRBJNw7LkM1040M0CqIw  LinkedIn 2: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbernstein2200/   
    Thanks for listening to the show! It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation, please email me at allen@drallenlycka.com or visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka. We would love to have you join us there, and welcome your messages. We check our Messenger often.
     
    This show is built on “The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life.” Get your copy by visiting: https://secretsbook.now.site/home
     
    We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us!
     
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    • 32 min
    Don’t Be Afraid to Fail

    Don’t Be Afraid to Fail

    Originally Published December 20, 2022 Dr. Hogan says embrace failure as a learning opportunity and cultivate confidence in your abilities. His an amazing journey as you will soon see. Dr. Conor overcame his physical challenges and chronic pain through alternative therapies and by using a mind-body approach. He emphasizes the importance of mindset and mental preparation in achieving high performance, drawing insights from his experience working with professional athletes.
     
    About Dr. Conor Hogan: Dr. Conor is the no. 1 best-selling author of The Gym Upstairs: The Neuroscience of Future Champions. He works with leading high-performing competitors to help them eliminate their stress and instead replace this with a maximized overall performance. 
     
    Social Media:
    facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DocConorHogan Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrConorHogan Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOMSbE6vViJx3i_MX5N7-XA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drconorhoganphd/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-conor-hogan-ph-d-4317681aa/  
    Thanks for listening to the show! It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation, please email me at allen@drallenlycka.com or visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka. We would love to have you join us there, and welcome your messages. We check our Messenger often.
     
    This show is built on “The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life.” Get your copy by visiting: https://secretsbook.now.site/home
     
    We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us!
     
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    • 29 min
    Having the Right Mindset

    Having the Right Mindset

    Originally Published April 14, 2022  Nominated for Australian of the Year in 2022, Dr. Samantha Pillay shares her inspiring journey from starting school in a wheelchair to becoming one of the first female urological surgeons in South Australia and a leading figure in medicine and entrepreneurship
     
    Despite facing adversity due to congenital hip dysplasia and being a single parent, Samantha pursued her goals with determination and resilience. She discusses her passion for helping women with urinary incontinence and emphasizes the importance of dreaming big and aiming high. 
     
    You can connect with Samantha through her website https://samanthapillay.com/ and discover her books, including "The No-Recipe Cookbook" and "When I'm an Entrepreneur." Overall, the episode offers a wealth of wisdom and inspiration for living a fantastic life despite facing challenges.
     
    About Dr. Samantha Pillay: Samantha overcame physical limitations from birth and became South Australia’s first female urological surgeon. She is a passionate businesswoman, founder, and entrepreneur. She advocates gender equity, disability inclusion, healthy living, and cultural diversity. She is a three-time international Amazon number-one best-selling author. Her picture book series inspires children to Dream Big and Aim High, instilling self-belief, and challenging career gender stereotypes. Her international eCommerce business promotes a serious message with a smile. Samantha was one of four finalist nominees for South Australia, Australian of the Year 2022, and a finalist for the Telstra Best of Business Awards 2023.
     
    Social Media:
    linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthapillay/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsamanthapillay/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drsamanthapillay Twitter: https://twitter.com/drsamantha_p Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drsamanthapillay?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc   
    Thanks for listening to the show! It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation, please email me at allen@drallenlycka.com or visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka. We would love to have you join us there, and welcome your messages. We check our Messenger often.
     
    This show is built on “The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life.” Get your copy by visiting: https://secretsbook.now.site/home
     
    We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us!
     
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    • 28 min
    Taking Time for Ourselves

    Taking Time for Ourselves

    Originally Published March 15, 2023 Did you know that happiness is not just a feeling, it’s a skill that can be cultivated over time. Today Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Dr. Gillian Mandich, a Canadian happiness researcher, to chat about the science of happiness. Tune in and learn about the various aspects of happiness, including its definition, how it affects our lives, and practical ways to increase happiness. 
     
    Dr. Gillian shares some common myths about happiness and offers tips on how to lead a happier life. Throughout the conversation, they touch on topics like social connections, exercise, and the importance of mindset in facing challenges. 
     
    About Dr. Gillian Mandich: She is an award-winning, internationally recognized happiness researcher, speaker, educator, and author. In all her work, Dr. Gillian brings academic research to life by combining the latest research, real-world wisdom, and an engaging style to provide practical, evidence based solutions that empower people to live happier, healthier lives.
     
    With a PhD from Western University in Health Science, Dr. Gillian’s primary areas of research are happiness and health. She is the founder of The International Happiness Institute of Health Science Research; Research Associate at The World Database of Happiness, based out of Erasmus University Rotterdam in the Netherlands; and was named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women by The Women'sExecutive Network.
     
    Social Media:
    Website: https://www.gillianmandich.com  Website2: www.internationalhappinessinstitute.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gillianmandich/ Instagram: https://wwwInstagram.com/drgillianmandich  Twitter: https://wwwTwitter.com/gillianmandich  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gillianmandich   
     
    Thanks for listening to the show! It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation, please email me at allen@drallenlycka.com or visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka. We would love to have you join us there, and welcome your messages. We check our Messenger often.
     
    This show is built on “The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life.” Get your copy by visiting: https://secretsbook.now.site/home
     
    We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us!
     
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    • 26 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
19 Ratings

19 Ratings

Emerald GreenForest ,

Truly FANTASTIC collection of amazing inspiring guests

Just tuned in recently to this show and discovered some really wonderful speakers, motivators and inspirers who are whole heartedly sharing their passion vision & insights for living a fantastic life! Well done Dr. Lycka!! Thanks for putting these gems all in one place!

JanetBarrett ,

Dr. Lycka shares how to live a great life - from many perspectives

Dr. Lycka and his radio show / podcast really embodies his work around “How To Live A Fantastic Life” with diverse interviews that show there are multiple paths to finding that life. I was honored to be a guest on his show, where he made me feel safe and able to share my story with his audience. I highly recommend this show to anyone that wants to learn how to have a fantastic life of their own!

MMHS ,

Everyone Can Manifest A Fantastic Life!

Whatever your obstacle, whatever you seek, Dr. Lycka and his guests can help you manifest your fantastic life. I listened to episode #182 and even as a paid speaker, I learned a few golden nuggets from Tyler Foley. In episode #180 I discovered a like minded coach and educator in Renaye Thornborrow, we both believe children and teens begin a fantastic life at an early age. I’m having a better day having listened to Dr. Lycka’s “How To Live A Fantastic Life.” Cheers!

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