If you ever attended a basic economics class, the old saying, "There is no such thing as a free lunch." rings true in the exchange of value that we have on a daily basis. Putting in a hard day's work is what we often have to create in order to provide opportunities that will become available down the road, even if it is earning a paycheck. However, what if you were able to take that energy and apply it to a passion that not only fulfills the best version of what you are becoming, but also allows you to help others in their dream getaways? Todays guest, co-owner of Wanderful Rentals, Julie Thomas, shares her passion from being a teacher to becoming a successful entrepreneur with her husband with over six rentals located across the western United States, and how consistent hard work paid off into a lucrative adventure that allows them to experience opportunities others dream about. Through their program, learn how turning hard work into reward can be helpful in not only your personal endeavors, but attaining freedom of different kinds to also help others to do the same.

Guest Bio

Julie lives in the Twin Cities of Minnesota with her husband, 3 year old daughter, and a fur baby. She taught 7th grade English/Language Arts for 16 years and saw herself retiring in this amazing profession, but 10 years ago, she, along with her husband, invested in an Airbnb, loved it, invested in 4 more and never looked back. Now, they have both "retired" from their 9-5 jobs and are working full time to expand their business.

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Website: https://www.wanderfulfieldguide.com/

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Intro/Outro By: Michael Dugan, Podcast Host: Voice4Chefs

Have you ever had a revelation brought to your attention from someone that you never thought you would hear from, and were surprised by what they told you? How did you react? Whether it was positive or negative, the way in which we respond to the surprising information that we receive can also be a surprise to someone who is giving it to you. Today’s episode addresses how to handle the reaction to startling news and/or information in a constructive way, while also taking into consideration the importance of a variety of various factors.

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Intro/Outro By: Michael Dugan, Podcast Host: Voice4Chefs

Finding ways to serve others means that we have a knack of knowledge, skills, or abilities to display for others. It helps to push us to develop these types of characteristics in ways that will empower us to develop ourselves and our destinies, whether they are pre-defined or not. The amount of work that we spend on ourselves to do this, however, can be influenced by how we are shaped and molded to define our journey. However, what if you walked away from it after a while, wanting to come back, but were denied? How do you fulfill your purpose that you were originally meant to do? United States Marine Corps veteran Leah Parker shares her story of how this occurred for her, and how it helped to become the best version of herself through the work that she does not only for her clients, but how she creates space for others to do the same. Her purpose will not only amaze you, but will inspire you to take action to truly "speak from the heart" in ways that you never thought were possible.

Guest Bio

Leah Parker is a Licensed Therapist, Veteran, and Recovering Perfectionist who has a passion for supporting trauma survivors reconnect to their body, heart, and worth, so they can develop deep connections and healthy relationships. You start your healing journey today by downloading her free workbook, Reconnect with Heartfulness: Nurturing Self-Compassion for a Life of Connection at omicounseling.com/workbook.

Website: https://omicounseling.com/workbook

@complex.trauma.counselor on Instagram

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Intro/Outro By: Michael Dugan, Podcast Host: Voice4Chefs