Bountifull Podcast

• How Energy Shapes Your Health, Mindset, and Everyday Life with Dr. Rick Leskowitz

  "You don’t have to believe in energy for it to affect you. You’ve walked into a room and felt tension. You’ve met people who drain you, and others who light you up. We are all picking up on energy, whether we realize it or not."This week on the Bountifull Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Rick Leskowitz, a Harvard-affiliated psychiatrist, researcher, and expert in pain management, energy healing, and consciousness. With over 25 years of experience at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Rick has spent his career exploring the connection between mind, body, and energy—long before mainstream medicine began catching up.In this episode, we dive into the #science of energy and its impact on our health, relationships, and collective well-being. Rick shares his research on phantom limb pain, group energy fields, and how our focus and intention influence both physical and emotional healing. We also explore why Western medicine has overlooked energy as a key part of #healing, and what happens when we begin to see ourselves as more than just physical bodies.If you’ve ever wondered why some places "feel different," why some people leave you feeling drained while others lift you up, or how energy plays a role in our everyday lives, this episode offers a fascinating and practical perspective.Episode Highlights:💡 How Energy Shapes Our Everyday Interactions – Why we feel drained by some people and uplifted by others, and what this tells us about how energy works.⚕️ What Phantom Limb Patients and Nature Reveal About the Body’s Energy Field – How people feel sensations in missing limbs, and what this teaches us about energy beyond the physical body, and our biofield. 🔬 Lessons from Meditation on the Mind-Body Connection – Rick’s personal insights on how meditation shapes awareness, regulates emotions, and supports healing.📍 "There’s Something in the Air"—How Energy Exists Beyond the Body – Understanding why certain places feel different, how energy moves beyond our physical selves, and the idea of consciousness as a broader field.🛠️ Practical Ways to Set Intentions and Shift Energy – How awareness, breathwork, and visualization can help you become more intentional about how you show up in the world.Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction to Dr. Rick Leskowitz and his work at the intersection of medicine and energy04:12 – How Western medicine has overlooked energy in healing, and why that matters07:20 – Understanding the biofield and the science behind phantom limb pain12:45 – How emotions, trauma, and energy are linked in the body18:30 – The mind-body connection: why meditation, hypnosis, and intention can influence healing22:40 – Group energy in sports and society: how collective focus can shift outcomes29:15 – The surprising findings of research on meditation, consciousness, and crime rates35:50 – Why certain places feel different: exploring Earth energies and vibrational fields42:10 – Simple ways to become more aware of your energy and the energy around you48:30 – How to clear stuck energy and reset your focus for better well-being56:15 – Reflections on what it means to live a bountiful life through greater energy awarenessGuest Bio:Dr. Rick Leskowitz is a Harvard-affiliated psychiatrist, pain management specialist, and researcher who has spent over 25 years at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital studying the intersection of medicine, energy, and consciousness. His work explores how mind-body practices like meditation, hypnosis, and energy psychology influence healing, and he has extensively researched the biofield and phantom limb pain.Rick has written multiple books, contributed to over 50 scientific publications, and produced the PBS documentary The Joy of Sox, which examines the impact of group energy on sports teams. His research challenges conventional medical thinking by bridging the gap between science and the unseen forces that shape human experience.#mindfulness #meditation #energy

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• How to Be Wrong and Still Succeed with Rowan Simpson

  🌟"Most people can do anything, but a lot of people interpret that to mean they can do everything. And that’s just not true. You have to choose." 🌟The startup world is filled with big dreams, bold bets, and the constant pressure to be right. But what if the secret to success isn’t about always getting it right, but learning how to be wrong? Rowan Simpson has spent decades at the heart of New Zealand’s most successful tech companies—Trade Me, Xero, Vend, and Timely—and his journey is a testament to the power of making mistakes, adapting, and building things that last.In this episode, we talk aboutthe real startup journey—the messy, unpredictable, and often misunderstood reality of building great companies. Rowan shares his philosophy onfailure, investment, and decision-making, why he challenges the way we think about success, and how his book,How to Be Wrong, offers a fresh perspective on navigating uncertainty. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or just someone figuring out whatenough looks like, this conversation is full of insights that will reshape the way you think about risk, ambition, and growth.Episode Highlights:💡The Myth of Doing It All: Why success isn’t about doingeverything, but about makingthe right choices.🚀Behind the Scenes of New Zealand’s Biggest Startups: The untold stories from Trade Me, Xero, Vend, and Timely.📉Failure as a Superpower: Why being wrong isn’t the problem—not learning from it is.🏆What Really Makes a High-Performing Team: The crucial early hires that shape a company’s future.💰Investment & Growth: The difference between a startup that thrives and one that stalls.🎯Finding Enough: How Rowan defines success beyond financial gain and whybalance is harder than it sounds.📖How to Be Wrong: The key takeaways from Rowan’s book and why every founder should embrace uncertainty.Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction to Rowan Simpson and his journey through New Zealand’s startup world04:08 – What does living a bountiful life mean to Rowan? A fresh take on success andenoughness07:20 – The startup myth: What people get wrong about success, failure, and overnight wins13:33 – Trade Me’s early days and the lessons learned from scaling a high-growth company18:03 – Why Rowan doesn’t call himself an "angel investor" and his philosophy on investing24:50 – The reality of startup failure and the moments that almost broke now-famous companies31:17 – The personal sacrifices behind high-growth ventures—finding the balance between work and life39:47 – High-performing teams: What makes or breaks an early-stage startup?45:03 – Money and meaning: How Rowan’s relationship with wealth has evolved49:57 – The discontent that drives ambition—and whether the grass is really greener on the other side58:25 – Founders get too much advice—how to filter the right guidance for you1:05:43 – Final thoughts and where to find Rowan’s bookHow to Be WrongGuest Bio:Rowan Simpson has been at the heart ofNew Zealand’s most successful technology companies, playing pivotal roles inTrade Me, Xero, Vend, and Timely. As anentrepreneur, investor, and advisor, he has witnessed first-hand how great companies are built—and how easily they can fail. Now, through hiswriting and investments, he’s helping shape the next generation of high-growth businesses. His book,How to Be Wrong, challenges the way we think aboutstartups, failure, and success, offering a refreshing and sometimes provocative take on what really matters.📖Learn more about Rowan’s work and his book:👉Website |How to Be Wrong |Buy the Book |LinkedInThe Bountifull Podcast explores what it means to live a bountiful life through stories of wellbeing, resilience, connection and creativity. Bountifull emerged out of a simple yet profound desire to see more joy in the world.Join the joy channel:www.bountifullworld.com/subscribe/⁠#startup #decisionmaking #enough #podcast #decision-making

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• NASA’s Lindsay Kaldon on Powering Space, Chasing Dreams, and Living Without Limits

  🌟"I try to squeeze every last drop out of life that I can. If I could have two or three shots at it, I would. There’s just so much to explore." 🌟Some people tiptoe through life—Lindsay Kaldon is not one of them. A NASA project manager, nuclear engineer, Air Force officer, pilot, and mother of four, she radiates energy and curiosity, always looking for the next frontier to push, the next challenge to tackle. From working on nuclear reactors that could power lunar and Martian bases to encouraging people of all ages to pursue their dreams, Lindsay embodies a life lived to the fullest.In this episode, we talk about big dreams, bold risks, and the mindset that turns the impossible into reality. Lindsay shares her journey from Air Force missions to NASA’s cutting-edge space programs, why she believes it’snever too late to start something new, and how she stays focused, fearless, and endlessly excited about the future. Whether you’re chasing a big ambition or just need a reminder that life is for living, this episode will leave you inspired.In This Episode, You’ll Discover:🚀What it takes to power the Moon and beyond—Lindsay’s work on nuclear energy for space exploration.💡The power of persistence—why she refuses to give up on her dream of becoming an astronaut.🛩️Learning to fly at 41—why age should never stop you from pursuing your passions.🔥Resilience, risk, and pushing boundaries—how growing up in the military shaped her mindset.📖Why learning never stops—her advice for anyone who feels like it’s “too late” to start something new.🔬The future of space exploration—how NASA is laying the groundwork for a lunar economy.Detailed Timestamps:00:00 – Meet Lindsay Kaldon: NASA project manager, nuclear engineer, and lifelong dreamer04:12 – Growing up in a military family and learning to adapt to change07:45 – Why it’snever too late to start something new—her advice for lifelong learning10:30 – Becoming a pilot at 41 and why she still applies to be an astronaut14:58 – The reality of working at NASA—what a day in her life looks like20:40 – How nuclear energy will power the Moon and beyond27:05 – The Artemis missions and why this generation is the “Artemis Generation”33:14 – Overcoming fear and uncertainty—her approach to risk-taking38:25 – The biggest misconceptions about nuclear energy and space reactors44:30 – How NASA and the military are shaping the future of space travel51:10 – What life has taught her about success, setbacks, and second chances58:00 – The mantra that keeps her moving forward—what fuels her relentless optimismGuest Bio:Lindsay Kaldon is the Fission Surface Power Project Manager at NASA’s Glenn Research Center, leading efforts to develop nuclear reactors that will power future space missions. With over a decade of experience in military defense, nuclear engineering, and aerospace, her career spans roles in the U.S. Air Force, the Department of Defense, and now NASA. She holds degrees in electrical engineering, systems engineering, and nuclear engineering, and is also a Captain in the Air Force Reserves.Beyond her work, Lindsay is a passionate advocate for STEM education, a private pilot, and a mother of four. Her infectious enthusiasm for life and learning makes her a true force of nature—one who believes that no dream is too big and no path is ever closed.📖 Learn more about Lindsay’s work:🔗NASA Glenn Research CenterThe Bountifull Podcast explores what it means to live a bountiful life through stories of wellbeing, resilience, connection and creativity. Bountifull emerged out of a simple yet profound desire to see more joy in the world.Join the joy channel:www.bountifullworld.com/subscribe/⁠#space #nasa #inspiration #aviation #dreambig #nevertoolate #podcastepisode #science #stem #womeninstem #nevergiveup #podcast #universe #engineering #moon #characterdevelopment

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• Hope Beats Adversity: A Story of Strength & Second Chances

  🌟 "I don’t think bountiful always has to mean money. It doesn’t always have to mean success in the world’s eyes. Bountiful to me is that my kids want to talk to me every day, that I have love in my life, and that I’m in a place where I don’t have to worry anymore." 🌟 What does it really mean to live a bountiful life? For Jessica Mogford, it’s not about status or wealth—it’s about resilience, love, and the small, everyday moments that make life meaningful. A mother of four, Jessica’s journey has been anything but conventional. From navigating a turbulent childhood to becoming a teen mom and later founding a maternity home for young mothers, she has turned hardship into purpose. In this episode, she shares the lessons she’s learned about forgiveness, independence, and the power of transparency in parenting and relationships. If you’ve ever faced adversity, questioned your own strength, or wondered how to rewrite your story, Jessica’s wisdom will stay with you long after this conversation ends. In This Episode, You’ll Discover: 💛 What It Means to Live a Bountiful Life: Jessica shares why true abundance isn’t about money or status but about connection, love, and creating a life where you feel at peace. 🌿 Overcoming Hardship and Finding Strength: From losing her mother at 15 to navigating life as a teen mom, Jessica reflects on the resilience it took to rewrite her story. 🔄 Breaking the Cycle and Building a Future: How she moved away from a troubled environment to create a stable, loving home for her children. 💫 The Power of Forgiveness and Letting Go: Jessica opens up about healing from childhood trauma, making peace with the past, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. 👩‍👧‍👦 Parenting with Honesty and Trust: Why transparency, respect, and unconditional love are the foundation of her approach to raising strong, independent kids. 🏠 Creating Hope for Young Mothers: The story behind Hope House, the maternity home she co-founded to support teen moms in need. ❤️ Finding Love Again and Blending Families: How reconnecting with her high school sweetheart brought a new perspective on love, trust, and second chances. 🌟 Life Lessons on Strength, Gratitude, and Living with Purpose: Jessica’s reflections on resilience, kindness, and embracing life’s challenges with an open heart. Detailed Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to Jessica Mogford and her journey of resilience, motherhood, and overcoming hardship.03:20 – What it means to live a bountiful life and why Jessica believes it’s about connection, not money.07:15 – Growing up in a turbulent home and navigating childhood trauma.13:40 – Losing her mother at 15 and the impact of sudden loss on her path forward.18:10 – Becoming a teen mom at 16 and the challenges of raising a child with little support.24:45 – How Jessica built a life of stability, moved away from her past, and broke the cycle of hardship.30:20 – The creation of Hope House and her passion for helping young mothers find support.35:10 – The power of forgiveness, letting go of resentment, and healing from the past.40:25 – Parenting with transparency and why honesty is key to building trust with children.44:30 – Finding love again, blending families, and learning to trust after hardship.50:00 – Life lessons on resilience, gratitude, and embracing joy in everyday moments. Guest Bio: Jessica Mogford is a hospitality and real estate professional with over a decade of experience in creating exceptional service experiences. As Manager at Lyric Works, she is dedicated to fostering environments where collaboration and community thrive. The Bountifull Podcast explores what it means to live a bountiful life through stories of wellbeing, resilience, connection and creativity. Bountifull emerged out of a simple yet profound desire to see more joy in the world. Join the joy channel: www.bountifullworld.com/subscribe/⁠ #adversity #hardship #podcast #selfcare #wellbeing

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• Community, Belonging, and Being Enough with David Spinks

  🌟 “Belonging isn’t something you achieve; it’s something you discover within yourself and nurture in the communities around you.” 🌟This week on the Bountifull Podcast, I sit down with David Spinks, community builder, coach, and author of The Business of Belonging, to explore the intricate interplay of community, belonging, and self-discovery. From his journey of building CMX, a global community of over 20,000 professionals, to stepping back and rediscovering his own “enoughness,” David shares his wisdom on why true belonging starts from within.If you’ve ever struggled with chasing external validation, wondered how to create meaningful connections, or felt the tension between ambition and alignment, this episode offers deeply personal insights and practical lessons for creating a more fulfilling life.For the community managers, facilitators, and builders among you, this episode is a must-listen. David and I unpack what it really means to build thriving communities, starting with the idea that communities are complex, emergent systems—not something to control or predict, but something to nurture. We explore how to create the container for what people are yearning for and how, when done right, community will naturally fill that space. We also discuss the concept of community member fit, the value of running experiments to learn and adapt, and why conscious, intentional leadership is so critical—especially during transitions.Episode Highlights:🌱 The Journey to Enoughness: David shares his personal struggles with anxiety, burnout, and the constant chase for external success—and how he found a new path.🌟 What Belonging Really Means: Insights on the difference between fitting in and true belonging, both in personal life and community spaces.🛠️ Practical Tools for Inner Work: From meditation and coaching to breathwork and nature, David offers practical ways to uncover your own sense of enoughness.🌍 Building and Nurturing Community: Lessons from leading CMX on how communities thrive when rooted in connection and purpose.💡 Balancing Ambition and Well-Being: Why aligning your actions with your values creates lasting success and joy.Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction to David Spinks and his journey as a community builder.05:15 – Defining belonging: What it is and why it matters.10:30 – The difference between enoughness and chasing success.18:20 – Tools and practices David used to reconnect with himself.25:00 – The role of community in personal and professional growth.32:45 – How to build healthier, more aligned relationships with work and life.40:10 – Reflections on resilience, family, and the meaning of a bountiful life.47:30 – Final thoughts on discovering enoughness and nurturing belonging.About David Spinks:David Spinks is a coach, writer, and community builder dedicated to helping people navigate life’s transitions and uncover their own sense of enoughness. As the co-founder of CMX, he created a global network of over 20,000 community professionals, which was later acquired. David is the author of The Business of Belonging, a comprehensive guide on building thriving communities.After stepping back from his leadership role, David embarked on a personal journey to find balance and meaning in his life, overcoming burnout, anxiety, and personal challenges along the way. Today, he supports individuals in aligning their actions with their values through coaching, writing, and speaking. When he’s not working, you can find David exploring the woods, meditating, reading, or enjoying time with his wife, parents, and children.https://davidspinks.com/The Bountifull Podcast explores what it means to live a bountiful life through stories of wellbeing, resilience, connection and creativity. Bountifull emerged out of a simple yet profound desire to see more joy in the world.⁠https://www.bountifullworld.com/subscribe/⁠#joy #podcast #enough #community #belonging #selfcare #selflove #wellbeing#love #mindfulness

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