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Mike Robbins is an expert in teamwork, communication, and the power of appreciation and authenticity. He delivers keynote addresses, leads customized seminars, and works one-on-one in a way that empowers people and organizations to work together effectively and be more successful. Mike has inspired tens of thousands of people to reach new levels of awareness and success, both personally and professionally through his talks, seminars, and writing. He teaches people to be more grateful, appreciative, and authentic with others and themselves.
Mike Robbins
Mike Robbins is an expert in teamwork, communication, and the power of appreciation and authenticity. He delivers keynote addresses, leads customized seminars, and works one-on-one in a way that empowers people and organizations to work together effectively and be more successful. Mike has inspired tens of thousands of people to reach new levels of awareness and success, both personally and professionally through his talks, seminars, and writing. He teaches people to be more grateful, appreciative, and authentic with others and themselves.
Mike Robbins is an expert in teamwork, communication, and the power of appreciation and authenticity. He delivers keynote addresses, leads customized seminars, and works one-on-one in a way that empowers people and organizations to work together effectively and be more successful. Mike has inspired tens of thousands of people to reach new levels of awareness and success, both personally and professionally through his talks, seminars, and writing. He teaches people to be more grateful, appreciative, and authentic with others and themselves.
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Mike Robbins
Podcast for August 30, 2012
How often do you do things you feel you should do, instead of things you want to do?
Thu, 30 Aug 2012 08:46:00 PST 9:32
achievement, Appreciation, authenticity, Competition, gratitude, Mike Robbins, Motivational Speaker, self-help, success, wealth
Mike Robbins
Podcast for June 28, 2012
Your feelings really do matter. Own them. Good and “bad”.
Thu, 28 Jun 2012 08:46:00 PST 13:35
achievement, Appreciation, authenticity, Competition, gratitude, Mike Robbins, Motivational Speaker, self-help, success, wealth
Mike Robbins
Podcast for June 7, 2012
Want to experience liberation? Embrace Powerlessness.
Thu, 7 Jun 2012 08:46:00 PST 9:27
achievement, Appreciation, authenticity, Competition, gratitude, Mike Robbins, Motivational Speaker, self-help, success, wealth
Mike Robbins
Podcast for April 12, 2012
What if we are loved just because we are?
Thu, 12 Apr 2012 08:46:00 PST 13:25
achievement, Appreciation, authenticity, Competition, gratitude, Mike Robbins, Motivational Speaker, self-help, success, wealth
Mike Robbins
Podcast for March 29, 2012
What if we stopped our addiction to struggling and expected things to be easy.
Thu, 29 Mar 2012 08:46:00 PST 6:59
achievement, Appreciation, authenticity, Competition, gratitude, Mike Robbins, Motivational Speaker, self-help, success, wealth
Mike Robbins
Podcast for March 15, 2012
What if it was okay to disappoint people?
Thu, 15 Mar 2012 06:39:00 PST 12:04
achievement, Appreciation, authenticity, Competition, gratitude, Mike Robbins, Motivational Speaker, self-help, success, wealth
Mike Robbins
Podcast for February 9, 2012
What if we stopped sabotaging ourselves, our success, and our fulfillment just as we began to experience it or because it got too good for us to handle?
Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:46:00 PST 9:48
achievement, Appreciation, authenticity, Competition, gratitude, Mike Robbins, Motivational Speaker, self-help, success, wealth
Mike Robbins
Podcast for January 26, 2012
Using SF 49er Vernon Davis’s example, what if we embraced crying a bit more and let go of our negative connotations about doing so?
Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:46:00 PST 11:36
Mike Robbins, appreciation, gratitude, authenticity, self-help, motivational speaker, football, emotions, NFL, Vernon Davis, Jim Harbaugh, 49ers, San Francisco, tears, crying, NFL playoffs
Mike Robbins
Podcast for October 20, 2011
When we remember everyone around us are doing the best they can, given the resources they have, we’re able to tap into a deeper level of peace, appreciation, and fulfillment.
Thu, 03 Nov 2011 10:46:00 PST 7:50
Mike Robbins, appreciation, gratitude, authenticity, self-help, motivational speaker, compassion, Louise Hay, Dalai Lama
Mike Robbins
Podcast for October 20, 2011
How we can transform our negative comparison process into an experience of growth, connection, and self acceptance, and ultimately let it go.
Thu, 20 Oct 2011 10:46:00 PST 10:48
Mike Robbins, appreciation, gratitude, authenticity, self-help, motivational speaker, jealousy, insecurity, arrogance
Mike Robbins
Podcast for October 13, 2011
While it can be challenging, the power of empathy is essential to the health and success of our relationships and lives.
Thu, 13 Oct 2011 10:46:00 PST 10:22
Mike Robbins, appreciation, gratitude, authenticity, self-help, motivational speaker, relationship, love, listening
Mike Robbins
Podcast for September 22, 2011
What if we let go of our conditions and just loved and accepted ourselves and others exactly the way we and they are right now?
Thu, 22 Sep 2011 10:46:00 PST 10:42
Mike Robbins, appreciation, gratitude, authenticity, self-help, motivational speaker, love
Mike Robbins
Podcast for September 8, 2011
How can you stay connected to the most important things in your life in a real way and on a regular basis?
Thu, 08 Sep 2011 10:46:00 PST 10:16
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, Mike Robbins, motivational speaker, self-help, change, transition, surrender, trust, priority, important, distraction
Mike Robbins
Podcast for July 21, 2011
Embracing death consciously alters our experience of ourselves, others, and life in a fundamental and transformational way.
Thu, 21 Jul 2011 10:46:00 PST 16:43
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, fear, Mike Robbins, motivational speaker, self-help, change, transition, surrender, trust, grief, death, dying, mother, parent
Mike Robbins
Podcast for May 26, 2011
Here are some helpful tips as you deal with change in your own life – so as to more effectively and peacefully navigate it when it shows up.
Tue, 26 May 2011 10:46:00 PST 7:56
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, fear, Mike Robbins, motivational speaker, self-help, change, transition, surrender, trust
Mike Robbins
Podcast for May 12, 2011
Live conversations are always the best way to go, we can save ourselves from needless worry, stress – and also resolve our conflicts much more quickly, easily, and successfully.
Tue, 12 May 2011 10:46:00 PST 10:26
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, fear, Mike Robbins, motivational speaker, self-help, communication, email, conflict, confront, peace
Mike Robbins
Podcast for April 26, 2011
What can you do to let go of blame in a way that will liberate and empower you?
Tue, 26 Apr 2011 10:46:00 PST 9:44
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, blame, guilt, Mike Robbins, motivational speaker, self-help
Mike Robbins
Podcast for March 31, 2011
We’re never truly alone, even when we feel that way.
Thu, 31 Mar 2011 10:46:00 PST 6:41
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, lonliness, alone, faith, Tony Robbins, vulnerable, Mike Robbins, motivational speaker, self-help
Mike Robbins
Podcast for March 24, 2011
How can you do to start looking for and finding more good news in your life and in the world?
Thu, 24 Mar 2011 10:46:00 PST 5:49
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, Martin Luther King, media, Mike Robbins, motivational speaker, news, self-help
Mike Robbins
Podcast for March 17, 2011
How can you start living your life for more conscious of your own death, in a positive and empowering way?
Thu, 17 Mar 2011 10:46:00 PST 17:46
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, acceptance, death, Japan, earthquake, tsunami, Steve Jobs, dying, fear
Mike Robbins
Podcast for March 3, 2011
Too often our desire to protect our ego causes us to sell out on ourselves, not go for what we truly want, or hold back in a variety of detrimental ways.
Thu, 03 Mar 2011 10:46:00 PST 9:18
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, acceptance, Carl Jung
Mike Robbins
Podcast for February 24, 2011
Acceptance is not resignation, failure, or agreement; it’s simply telling the truth and allowing things to be as they are.
Thu, 24 Feb 2011 10:46:00 PST 6:38
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, acceptance, Carl Jung
Mike Robbins
Podcast for February 17, 2011
Being bold, while scary and challenging for many of us, is essential if we’re going to live an authentic, successful, and fulfilling life.
Thu, 17 Feb 2011 10:46:00 PST 7:35
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, courage, support, resilience, boldness
Mike Robbins
Podcast for February 10, 2011
By learning to appreciate our challenges and see the opportunities in them, we take our power back from the situations and circumstances of our lives.
Thu, 10 Feb 2011 10:46:00 PST 5:11
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, worry, stress, vulnerability, support, emotion, feeling
Mike Robbins
Podcast for February 2, 2011
If we’re able to tell the truth and face our deeper feelings, we won’t have to waste our time and energy worrying.
Wed, 02 Feb 2011 10:46:00 PST 6:10
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, worry, stress, vulnerability, support, emotion, feeling
Mike Robbins
Podcast for January 27, 2011
When we remind ourselves that it’s not only okay, but essential for us to ask for help – we can create a true sense of support and empowerment in our lives and in our relationships.
Thu, 27 Jan 2011 10:46:00 PST 7:18
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, humanity, vulnerability, support, risk
Mike Robbins
Podcast for January 20, 2011
How can you practice being more flexible in your life right now?
Thu, 20 Jan 2011 10:46:00 PST 10:08
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, humanity, attachment
Mike Robbins
Podcast for January 12, 2011
How can you create empowering support and accountability for your goals and actions in this New Year so that you can manifest what you truly want in 2011?
Wed, Jan 05 2011 10:46:00 PST 8:01
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, holidays, Mike Robbins, movitational speaker, self-help, reflection, New Year, resolution, acceptance
Mike Robbins
Podcast for January 5, 2011
How can you accept, appreciate, and simply BE yourself in 2011?
Wed, Jan 12 2011 10:46:00 PST 12:06
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, holidays, Mike Robbins, movitational speaker, self-help, reflection, New Year, resolution
Mike Robbins
Podcast for December 30, 2010
What can you do or say to leave 2010 behind you in a powerful, authentic, and peaceful way?
Thu, Dec 30 2010 10:46:00 PST 9:16
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, holidays, Mike Robbins, movitational speaker, self-help, reflection, New Year
Mike Robbins
Podcast for December 22, 2010
Appreciation truly is the best gift we can give to the people in our lives for the holidays and at any time of the year.
Wed, Dec 22 2010 10:46:00 PST 8:37
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, holidays, Mike Robbins, movitational speaker, self-help, Christmas, Hannakuh, present, gift
Mike Robbins
Podcast for December 9, 2010
While there are always things for us to do and much more going on at this time of year, we can choose to have this holiday season be one that is filled with authentic peace, gratitude, and joy.
Thu, Dec 09 2010 10:46:00 PST 8:30
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, holidays, Mike Robbins, movitational speaker, self-help, Christmas, Hannakuh
Mike Robbins
Podcast for December 2, 2010
Where in your life have you recently fallen down? Have you gotten back up yet?
Thu, Dec 2 2010 10:46:00 PST 8:58
Appreciation, authenticity, courage, failure, gratitude, Mike Robbins, Motivational Speaker, persistance, resilience, self-help
Mike Robbins
Podcast for November 23, 2010
Let’s challenge ourselves to make Thanksgiving more than just something we get through or simply a nice holiday.
Tue, Nov 23 2010 10:46:00 PST 7:39
Appreciation, authenticity, family, gratitude, holidays, Mike Robbins, Motivational Speaker, self-help, Thanksgiving
Mike Robbins
Podcast for November 18, 2010
What are you willing to do today to step out of your box and go for what you really want in your life?
Thu, Nov 18 2010 10:46:00 PST 8:43
Appreciation, authenticity, inspiration, empower, Mike Robbins, fear, anxiety, apprehension, courage, gratitude, self-help, motivation
Mike Robbins
Podcast for November 11, 2010
Rather than let fear stop you, you can move through it to get what you want in life.
Thu, Nov 11 2010 10:46:00 PST 8:05
Appreciation, authenticity, inspiration, empower, Mike Robbins, fear, anxiety, apprehension, courage, gratitude
Mike Robbins
Podcast for November 4, 2010
What can the SF Giants can teach us about teamwork
Thu, Nov 04 2010 10:46:00 PST 9:35
Appreciation, authenticity, inspiration, baseball, empower, Giants, gratitude, lessons, Mike Robbins, motivation, Rangers, sports, world series, champions, teamwork
Mike Robbins
Podcast for October 27, 2010
What have you learned from baseball that you can use in life to be more successful and fulfilled?
Wed, Nov 04 2010 10:46:00 PST 13:16
Appreciation, authenticity, inspiration, baseball, empower, Giants, gratitude, lessons, Mike Robbins, motivation, Rangers, sports, world series, champions, teamwork
Mike Robbins
Podcast for October 21, 2010
A willingness to ask ourselves why things are happening FOR us (and not to us) can liberate us from victimhood in a beautiful and powerful way.
Thu, Oct 21 2010 10:46:00 PST 12:20
Appreciation, authenticity, empower, gratitude, Mike Robbins, motivation, responsibility, victim, self-help
Mike Robbins
Podcast for September 29, 2010
Celebrating is not only an after-the-fact phenomenon; it’s a way of being and can become a way of life if we choose to live that way.
Wed, Sep 29 2010 10:46:00 PST 7:35
Appreciation, authenticity, Disneyland, gratitude, Mike Robbins, motivation, Oprah Winfrey, self-help
Mike Robbins
Podcast for September 22, 2010
By remembering what we can actually change and how change truly works, we’re able to create true miracles in our lives – one-step-at-a-time.
Wed, Sep 22 2010 10:46:00 PST 6:26
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, Lao-tzu, Mike Robbins, truth
Mike Robbins
Podcast for September 15, 2010
The more willing we are to challenge our own thoughts and beliefs, the more peace and freedom we can create and experience in our work, our relationships, and our lives.
Wed, Sep 15 2010 10:46:00 PST 9:58
Appreciation, authenticity, Byron Katie, gratitude, honest, Mike Robbins, motivation, self-help
Mike Robbins
Podcast for September 9, 2010
Letting go of control is about loosening our grip, allowing ourselves to be supported, and trusting that things will turn out as they are meant to.
Thu, Sep 9 2010 10:46:00 PST 10:29
Appreciation, authenticity, faith, fear, gratitude, honesty, Mike Robbins, motivation, self-help, surrender, Trust
Mike Robbins
Podcast for September 1, 2010
Having things be easy is one of the best ways we can show up for those around us – both by our example and with our freed up positive energy.
Wed, Sep 1 2010 10:46:00 PST 9:25
Appreciation, authenticity, challenge, difficulty, gratitude, Mike Robbins, motiviation, self-help, struggle, ease
Mike Robbins
Podcast for August 26, 2010
The comparison game can have serious consequences on our self esteem, our relationships, our work, and our overall experience of life.
Thu, 26 Aug 2010 10:46:00 PST 14:58
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, honesty, jealousy, judgment, Mike Robbins, motiviation, relationship, self-doubt
Mike Robbins
Podcast for August 19, 2010
What if we gave ourselves permission to disconnect from technology and the “important” world of uber-communication?
Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:46:00 PST 12:05
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, honesty, Mike Robbins, motiviation, relationship, relax, stress, technology
Mike Robbins
Podcast for August 12, 2010
Despite the economy and other challenging circumstances, our risk-aversion isn’t making us happier and more fulfilled, in fact it usually has the opposite effect
Thu, 12 Aug 2010 10:46:00 PST 8:18
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, risk, courage, fear, Ferriss, economy
Mike Robbins
Podcast for July 29, 2010
When we get real, even if it’s scary, awkward, or intense, it has the potential to liberate us, impact those around us, and bring us all together in a beautiful way.
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:46:00 PST 12:31
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, risk, courage, fear, transparency, inspire, truth, miscarriage, Challenge Day
Mike Robbins
Podcast for July 22, 2010
Apologizing authentically is about taking responsibility for our actions, our impact, or our results, not for who we are as a person.
Thu, 22 Jul 2010 10:46:00 PST 10:00
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, risk, courage, fear, transparency, inspire, truth
Mike Robbins
Podcast for July 15, 2010
To create an authentic sense of fulfillment in life, we have to learn how to want what we already have in our lives with gratitude.
Thu, 15 Jul 2010 10:46:00 PST 11:11
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, courage, acceptance
Mike Robbins
Podcast for July 8, 2010
It’s time for those of us who want to inspire, motivate, and lead others to step into our role as a leader with transparency, honesty, and vulnerability
Thu, 08 Jul 2010 10:46:00 PST 11:05
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, risk, courage, fear, transparency, inspire, truth
Mike Robbins
Podcast for June 30, 2010
When you take the time to focus on what I appreciate about myself, those around me, etc. – it’s almost impossible for to experience victimhood at the same time.
Wed, 30 Jun 2010 10:46:00 PST 8:30
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, risk, courage, victim
Mike Robbins
Podcast for June 24, 2010
How gentle are you with yourself? What are some things you can do today and the rest of this week to be gentle and kind with yourself?
Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:46:00 PST 9:46
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, love, relax
Mike Robbins
Podcast for June 17, 2010
How easily do you grant your trust to other people? What factors play into your ability or inability to trust certain individuals around you? What do people need to do to earn your trust?
Thu, 17 Jun 2010 10:46:00 PST 9:35
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, risk, courage, fear, faith, safe, survival
Mike Robbins
Podcast for June 10, 2010
Is there a direct relationship between our willingness to be uncomfortable and how much excitement, creativity, and abundance we experience in an area of life?
Thu, 10 Jun 2010 10:46:00 PST 8:07
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, risk, courage, fear
Mike Robbins
Podcast for June 3, 2010
When we truly love ourselves, most of what we worry about and even much of what we strive for in life becomes meaningless.
Thu, 03 Jun 2010 10:46:00 PST 12:53
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, affirmation, celebrate
Mike Robbins
Podcast for May 26, 2010
Being flexible is not about being weak, wimpy, or passive, but a conscious choice and a valuable approach to our ever-changing world.
Wed, 26 May 2010 10:46:00 PST 10:08
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, humanity, attachment
Mike Robbins
Podcast for May 19, 2010
What if we did appreciate the simple things all the time, in a real way?
Wed, 19 May 2010 10:46:00 PST 9:41
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, humanity
Mike Robbins
Podcast for May 13, 2010
Most of us are going to be distracted on a regular basis, it’s important that we take a deeper look at how and why.
Thu, 13 May 2010 10:46:00 PST 6:13
Mike Robbins, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, technology, humanity
Mike Robbins
Podcast for May 5, 2010
To really love ourselves fully, we must love all of who we are – the good, the bad, and especially the ugly.
Wed, 05 May 2010 10:46:00 PST 8:32
Sara Nowlin, appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, shadow, empathy, forgiveness, humanity
Mike Robbins
Podcast for April 29, 2010
Keeping our head in the clouds and our feet on the ground is a lot easier said than done. However, it can allow us to have what we truly want in life.
Thu, 29 Apr 2010 10:46:00 PST 9:05
appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, balance, dream, goal, plan
Mike Robbins
Podcast for April 21, 2010
Do you stop and appreciate beauty in an ordinary environment?
Wed, 21 Apr 2010 10:46:00 PST 5:49
appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, beauty, Joshua Bell, music
Mike Robbins
Podcast for April 14, 2010
Desire often has to do with the attachment to the specific outcome we want, not with desire itself.
Wed, 14 Apr 2010 10:46:00 PST 13:43
appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, manifest, wish, want, passion, trust, faith
Mike Robbins
Podcast for April 7, 2010
While there’s nothing wrong with wanting to look good and keep our bodies healthy, we often place a disproportionate amount of our self worth (or lack thereof) on our bodies.
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 10:46:00 PST 12:09
appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, self-image, esteem, body, healthy
Mike Robbins
Podcast for March 31, 2010
What if we gave more time and space to ourselves, instead of being “victims” of our schedules, our communication devices, our workplace, our families, and other “demands” in our lives.
Wed, 31 Mar 2010 10:46:00 PST 11:40
appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, multitask, schedule, busy
Mike Robbins
Podcast for March 25, 2010
When we choose to live with a strong faith in things not seen, not proven, and not guaranteed – we tap into the power of the possible and we supersede the literal and predicable.
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 10:46:00 PST 11:14
appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation
Mike Robbins
Podcast for March 17, 2010
Saying “no” is one of the most important aspects of living a life filled with balance, integrity, and authenticity. Our ability and capacity to say “no” with confidence is one of the most important aspects of creating peace and power in our lives.
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:20:00 PST 6:47
Appreciation, authenticity, boundary, Conflict, freedom, gratitude, honesty, liberation, Motivational Speaker, power, self-help, truth
Mike Robbins
Podcast for March 10, 2010
When we’re able to allow people, things, and situations to be as they are – without judging them, trying to fix them, or wanting to change them – we begin to tap into the immense power of allowing.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 01:00:00 PST 10:48
appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, trust, faith, patience
Mike Robbins
Podcast for March 3, 2010
“Who do you think you are?, while often asked in a negative, critical way and something that we allow to stop us from doing, saying, and going for important things in life – is also a very important question for us to ask and answer honestly.
Wed, 03 Mar 2010 01:00:00 PST 6:31
appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation
Mike Robbins
Podcast for February 23, 2010
Watching the Olympics, we not only get to watch extraordinary athletes complete at the highest level – but we get to tap into something profound and magical that can remind us of our true power, passion, and oneness
Tue, 23 Feb 2010 01:00:00 PST 9:16
Appreciation, authenticity, ceremony, excellence, gratitude, honesty, Motivational Speaker, olympics, passion, play, self-help, unity, Vancouver
Mike Robbins
Podcast for February 16, 2010
Avatar is a bold call for each of us to re-connect with that which is most sacred to us, to focus on what truly matters, and to remember how connected we are to each other and the environment in which we live.
Tue, 16 Feb 2010 01:00:00 PST 9:36
Appreciation, authenticity, Eywa, gratitude, honesty, interconnectness, James Cameron, Na’vi, nature, oneness, pandora, planet, sacredness, spirituality
Mike Robbins
Podcast for February 9, 2010
For most of us, loving ourselves is something we may know is important, but often have difficulty actually feeling, expressing, and embodying.
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:00:00 PST 9:50
appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, self-love
Mike Robbins
Podcast for February 2, 2010
As we try to “solve” the biggest problems in our lives – maybe we can stop trying so hard to “fix” these things and look more deeply at the feedback we’re getting and where we can enhance our own growth.
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 01:00:00 PST 9:24
appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, transform
Mike Robbins
Podcast for January 26, 2010
Our experience of life (grateful, worried, peaceful, angry, or anything else) is much more of a reflection of us and what’s going on within us, not a reaction to what’s going on around us.
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 01:00:00 PST 8:03
appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, power, victim
Mike Robbins
Podcast for January 19, 2010
Every conflict has really three sides to it (like a triangle) – my truth, your truth, and then the higher-level solution.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 01:00:00 PST 9:08
appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, argument, conflict, fight
Mike Robbins
Podcast for January 5, 2010
If we create New Year’s intentions that we are truly after, it can allow us to take the pressure off of ourselves, have more fun, and trust that things will manifest as they are meant to – especially if we open up and let them show up!
Tue, 05 Jan 2010 01:00:00 PST 10:53
appreciation, honesty, gratitude, authenticity, motivation, vision, resolution
Mike Robbins
Podcast for December 30, 2009
Due to the common mixture of emotions we experience ending the year, especially with 2009, it’s essential that we embrace and practice the art of completion.
Tue, 30 Dec 2009 01:00:00 PST 7:55
Appreciation, authenticity, completion, gratitude, honesty, looking back, Motivational Speaker, reflection, resolutions, self-help
Mike Robbins
Podcast for December 22, 2009
What if we did actually ask ourselves, “What would love do?” in all of the important areas of our lives, especially the most challenging ones?
Tue, 22 Dec 2009 01:00:00 PST 8:39
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, honesty, Motivational Speaker, self-help
Mike Robbins
Podcast for December 15, 2009
The driving force behind a desire for “fame” is a fear that who we are and what we’re doing isn’t quite good enough.
Tue, 15 Dec 2009 01:00:00 PST 9:21
Appreciation, authenticity, celebrity, confidence, crashers, fame, fortune, gratitude honesty, Motivational Speaker, popularity, self-help, Tiger Woods
Mike Robbins
Podcast for December 8, 2009
Instead of just giving “stuff” for the holidays this year, what if we gave the people in our life the most meaningful gift of all; our appreciation?
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 01:00:00 PST 8:38
anxiety, Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, holidays, honesty, money, Motivational Speaker, presents, self-help, stress
Mike Robbins
Podcast for December 1, 2009
This year, especially with all that’s around us in the economy and the world, what if we each made a commitment to appreciate the holiday season and enjoy the whole experience – regardless of any external pressures or circumstances we may feel?
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 01:00:00 PST 8:31
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, honesty, Motivational Speaker, holidays, anxiety, self-help
Mike Robbins
Podcast for November 24, 2009
What are you grateful for? How often do you ask yourself and others this powerful question?
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:00:00 PST 10:52
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, honesty, Motivational Speaker, holidays, Thanksgiving
Mike Robbins
Podcast for November 17, 2009
What if we could make this Thanksgiving less stressful, more fun, and actually be able to enjoy ourselves, appreciate our family and friends (even the ones who drive us nuts), and focus on what we’re grateful for in a genuine way?
Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:00:00 PST 7:40
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, honesty, Motivational Speaker, holidays, family, self-help
Mike Robbins
Podcast for November 11, 2009
Given that we all know, at least to some degree, that worrying doesn’t really work and actually makes things worse – why do we do it?
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:00:00 PST 8:33
Appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, honesty, Motivational Speaker, stress, anxiety, self-help
Mike Robbins
Podcast for November 3, 2009
What if we could truly love, accept, and appreciate our bodies and how we look, right now? Imagine what life would be like?
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:00:00 PST 12:13
appearance, authenticity, diet, eating disorders, health, honesty, image, self-esteem, self-help
Mike Robbins
Podcast for October 28, 2009
In order to retrieve your power, you’re going to have to confront and heal your own pain. Everyone has pain; most people simply aren’t willing to deal with it and don’t know how to heal it.
Tue, 28 Oct 2009 01:00:00 PST 8:31
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty
Mike Robbins
Podcast for October 20, 2009
Appreciation and Feedback are essential, not only for the health of a relationship, but for the personal growth and development of each person as well.
Tue, 20 Oct 2009 01:00:00 PST 11:18
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, marriage, friendship, relationship
Mike Robbins
Podcast for October 13, 2009
What if we lived more of our lives focused on who we are, and not so much on what we do, what we’ve accomplished, what we look like, who we know, what we’re striving for, and more?
Tue, 13 Oct 2009 01:00:00 PST 7:37
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, real, compassion
Mike Robbins
Podcast for October 7, 2009
What if we remembered that we have the capacity to experience any state of being at any time – not just when things “work out” perfectly or we achieve exactly what we’re after.
Wed, 07 Oct 2009 01:00:00 PST 12:13
appearance, authenticity, diet, eating disorders, health, honesty, image, self-esteem, self-help
Mike Robbins
Podcast for September 29, 2009
We’ve all done lots of things “wrong” in our life and in the process of our mistakes and failures, we’ve learned so many important lessons and been able to gain skill and insight necessary to take us to the next level of development.
Tue, 29 Sep 2009 01:00:00 PST 7:47
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, forgiveness
Mike Robbins
Podcast for September 22, 2009
While most of us don’t intentionally deceive people, falsify information, or blatantly make up stuff, on a daily basis we say and do things that aren’t 100% honest and we aren’t real with the people around us about some pretty important things
Tue, 22 Sep 2009 01:00:00 PST 8:25
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty
Mike Robbins
Podcast for September 16, 2009
How do we enhance and deepen our capacity to speak our truth with kindness, love, and authenticity?
Tue, 16 Sep 2009 01:00:00 PST 8:30
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion
Mike Robbins
Podcast for September 10, 2009
What if we embraced death, talked about it with the people around us? While this may seem uncomfortable, undesirable, or even a little weird – think how liberating it would be and is when we’re willing to face death directly.
Thu, 10 Sep 2009 01:00:00 PST 10:21
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, fear, passing away, grieving, dying
Mike Robbins
Podcast for September 1, 2009
Instead of just gutting it out, what if we embraced the crises in our lives and actually utilized them for the incredible growth opportunities that they are.
Tue, 01 Sep 2009 01:00:00 PST 6:32
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, denial
Mike Robbins
Podcast for August 25, 2009
This “financial sobriety” that many of us are going through can be such a blessing in our lives if we’re willing to really embrace it, tell the truth about it, and use it as an opportunity to grow, learn, and transform.
Tue, 25 Aug 2009 01:00:00 PST 9:18
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, denial, debt, finances, economy
Mike Robbins
Podcast for August 19, 2009
The main reason that we aren’t often all that good or comfortable with authentic apologies is that we operate from a paradigm of shame instead of remorse.
Wed, 19 Aug 2009 01:00:00 PST 7:25
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, remorse, shame
Mike Robbins
Podcast for August 4, 2009
While there’s nothing wrong with knowledge, learning, and understanding – our insatiable desire to know and control stuff often gets in our way of trying new things, going for it, and being at peace in life.
Tue, 04 Aug 2009 01:00:00 PST 5:44
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, trust, embrace, surrender
Mike Robbins
Podcast for July 28, 2009
Given that we all judge others, what are some of the gifts we can receive from our judgments, in addition to or instead of the pain and damage they can cause?
Tue, 28 Jul 2009 01:00:00 PST 7:28
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, assessment, competition, awareness, projection, compassion
Mike Robbins
Podcast for July 21, 2009
There’s nothing wrong with wanting to “win” whatever “games” we play in life, however, often it comes from our own insecurity.
Tue, 21 Jul 2009 01:00:00 PST 7:53
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, win, games, compete
Mike Robbins
Podcast for July 15, 2009
Think of some of the honest feedback you’ve received in your life and career and how valuable it has been to your growth and evolution.
Wed, 15 Jul 2009 01:00:00 PST 6:04
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, reflection, criticism, coach
Mike Robbins
Podcast for July 8, 2009
Living a life of freedom, power, and authenticity is sometimes about doing and saying things that are uncomfortable – i.e. talking about the elephant in the room.
Wed, 08 Jul 2009 01:00:00 PST 7:22
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, withhold, sharing, fear, courage, truth
Mike Robbins
Podcast for July 1, 2009
Here are a few things you can do to enhance your ability to trust yourself.
Wed, 01 Jul 2009 01:00:00 PST 7:22
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, awareness, fear, courage, intuition
Mike Robbins
Podcast for June 24, 2009
So often we do things we think we’re “supposed” to do, instead of doing things that really work for us.
Wed, 24 Jun 2009 01:00:00 PST 6:51
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage
Mike Robbins
Podcast for February 3, 2009
Think of how much good stuff goes unnoticed, unacknowledged, and un-communicated even in our own personal lives on a regular basis.
Tue, 03 Feb 2009 01:00:00 PST 4:30
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, attention, bad, economy, negative, positive, media
Mike Robbins
Podcast for January 20, 2009
Being hopeful and positive doesn’t mean we avoid the challenges of our lives or pretend that there aren’t problems around us, it’s that we choose to focus on the good stuff, and trust that things will work out.
Tue, 20 Jan 2009 01:00:00 PST 5:57
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage, hope, election, obama, yes we can
Mike Robbins
Podcast for January 15, 2009
Taking care of and appreciating ourselves is one of the most important things we can do in life – even if it’s challenging or we feel selfish doing so.
Thu, 15 Jan 2009 01:00:00 PST 5:12
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage, love, nurture, nourish
Mike Robbins
Podcast for December 18, 2008
This year, our holiday gifts can be expressions of true appreciation which will have real impact on our relationships and make our holiday season one to remember.
Thu, 18 Dec 2008 01:00:00 PST 4:59
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage, love, holidays
Mike Robbins
Podcast for December 14, 2008
Although many of us try to avoid the chaos of life, but there are gifts that can be missed when we are avoiding them all the time.
Sun, 14 Dec 2008 01:00:00 PST 4:44
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, death, grief
Mike Robbins
Podcast for November 19, 2008
Giving people honest feedback can be one of the best ways to appreciate them and let them know we that we care about them.
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 01:00:00 PST 3:34
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage, love, feedback, criticism
Mike Robbins
Podcast for October 29, 2008
What if we became really hard to offend? This is not to say that we abandon our values or opinions, it’s more about choosing to allow other people and things be as they are.
Wed, 29 Oct 2008 01:00:00 PST 4:20
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage, love, criticism
Mike Robbins
Podcast for October 29, 2008
What if we became really hard to offend? This is not to say that we abandon our values or opinions, it’s more about choosing to allow other people and things be as they are.
Wed, 29 Oct 2008 01:00:00 PST 4:20
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage, love, criticism
Mike Robbins
Podcast for October 29, 2008
What if we became really hard to offend? This is not to say that we abandon our values or opinions, it’s more about choosing to allow other people and things be as they are.
Wed, 29 Oct 2008 01:00:00 PST 4:20
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage, love, criticism
Mike Robbins
Podcast for October 23, 2008
Sometimes in life, especially these days, we get confused between our opinions and the actual facts about someone or something.
Thu, 23 Oct 2008 01:00:00 PST 4:02
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage, love, judgment, reality
Mike Robbins
Podcast for October 15, 2008
At this moment, even though it may be difficult, it’s important that we stay positive for the well being of our families, companies, relationships, communities, and especially for our own peace of mind.
Wed, 15 Oct 2008 01:00:00 PST 7:19
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage, adversity, peace
Mike Robbins
Podcast for September 30, 2008
Listening is not only the most important aspect of communication – it can make or break our relationships.
Tue, 30 Sep 2008 01:00:00 PST 7:31
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage, attention, present, communication, relationship
Mike Robbins
Podcast for September 26, 2008
We can participate in the political process in a conscious, open way and use it as an opportunity to learn and grow, not just be “right” about our positions and opinions.
Fri, 26 Sep 2008 01:00:00 PST 7:42
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, politics, Obama, McCain, president, conflict, debate, difference
Mike Robbins
Podcast for September 16, 2008
There is so much for us to be in awe of in life if we stop and pay attention. From the most profound to the mere mundane, life is full of wonder.
Tue, 16 Sep 2008 01:00:00 PST 4:22
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage, miracle, birth, baby, perspective
Mike Robbins
Podcast for August 19, 2008
Personal emissions are what we “emit” personally into our relationships, our work, and the world around us via our thoughts, emotions and actions.
Tue, 19 Aug 2008 01:00:00 PST 6:02
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage, healthy, green, environment, emotions, thoughts, actions
Mike Robbins
Podcast for August 11, 2008
Imagine how different your life would be if you fully trusted yourself.
Mon, 11 Aug 2008 01:00:00 PST 4:22
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage
Mike Robbins
Podcast for August 4, 2008
Appreciating challenges is about finding joy in the chaos of life and remembering that often what stretches us makes us stronger in the end.
Mon, 4 Aug 2008 01:00:00 PST 7:33
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage, struggle, chaos, lesson, embrace
Mike Robbins
Podcast for July 30, 2008
Inspired by one of the many pearls of wisdom shared by our friend Randy Pausch in his inspirational “last lecture,” people are always more important than things.
Wed, 30 Jul 2008 01:00:00 PST 2:52
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage, Pausch
Mike Robbins
Podcast for July 22, 2008
Remember the three key elements to effectively acknowledging others – genuine, specific, and personal!
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 01:00:00 PST 4:10
appreciation, authenticity, gratitude, motivation, honesty, compassion, courage