The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset

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Website: https://soulpurposeleaders.com/Resonance OS: https://resonanceos.io/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samkukathas/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soulpurposeleaders/
What if the key to feeling confident, calm, and fully expressed isn’t more thinking, but learning to tune your nervous system through sound? In this fascinating episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Sam Kukathas, creator of Neuro-Resonance Optimisation, founder of Soul Purpose Leaders and Resonance OS, and a former academic philosopher, to explore how sound, frequency, and voice can help you release what’s been holding you back and show up as your whole self.

Sam spent 20 years as an academic philosophy before moving into energy work, breathwork, and sound. Today he uses his own voice to produce specific tones and frequencies in live sessions, helping people shift out of stress and self-doubt and into clarity, presence, and purpose. He is also joining the cast of the documentary The New Woo alongside Sadhguru, Michael Beckwith, and Marisa Peer. This conversation bridges rigorous philosophical thinking with embodied, experiential practice, and asks what it really means to find your voice, literally and figuratively.

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What does it take to defy cultural expectations, redefine your identity, and find the confidence to choose your own path? In this inspiring episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Ethelene Bhagandai Moore, author of the autobiographical memoir “Becoming Ethelene,” to explore her journey from Trinidad to England and eventually America, and the courage it took to live life on her own terms.

Ethelene shares her story of navigating identity, independence, and love while pushing against traditional norms, pursuing her education, and finding a transformative love with Leigh Moore. Through heart-wrenching loss and resilience, she emerged as a symbol of empowerment, embracing her multifaceted identity and proving that true freedom lies in the courage to choose your own path. This conversation is about finding your voice, owning your story, and refusing to shrink to fit someone else’s expectations.

You can preorder Shannon's book here:
https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Nourish-Your-Inner-Light/Shannon-Kaiser/9798902680383
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https://www.playwiththeworld.com/

What if real confidence doesn’t come from fixing yourself, but from learning to love, nourish, and trust who you already are? In this uplifting episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Shannon Kaiser, world-renowned spiritual and self-love teacher, speaker, and empowerment coach, to explore how self-love, self-worth, and daily wellness rituals create the foundation for a confident, fulfilled life.
Shannon is the bestselling author of seven books on the psychology of happiness and fulfillment, including “The Self-Love Experiment,” which was named number one of the “20 Self-Love Books That Will Lift You Up” by O, The Oprah Magazine. Her new book, “Nourish Your Inner Light: Adaptogenic Recipes and Wellness Rituals to Soothe Stress and Support Your Whole Self,” shows how caring for your body, mind, and spirit helps you stop hiding, soften self-criticism, and show up as your whole self.

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A non-profit I am building to help Marines transition from the service to civilian life⁠https://www.marinesnextchapter.org/⁠

Today I play a confidence classic with Mike:What does it take to go from leading Marines in combat to building humanoid robots for the Department of Defense—and what does that journey teach about confidence, leadership, and unshakeable self-worth? In this powerful episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Mike LeBlanc, Marine Corps major, entrepreneur, Harvard Business School graduate, and founder of Foundation Future Industries, to explore his remarkable transition from 14 years in the Marines to creating robotics companies and pathways for veterans into startup and technology careers.Mike shares leadership lessons from the Marine Corps, how military discipline builds authentic confidence and self-esteem, the challenges of transitioning from service to entrepreneurship, and what it takes to build cutting-edge technology—including humanoid robots for the United States Department of War and industrial applications. His story reveals how purpose-driven leadership, resilience, and veteran mindset create unshakeable confidence in business and life.

You can find more from Master Mingtong Gu here:⁠https://mingtonggu.com/⁠
Today I play a confidence classic:
What if the energy you're looking for isn't something you need to create—but something you need to reconnect with?In this episode, I sit down with Master Mingtong Gu, founder of The Chi Center, Wisdom Healing Qigong teacher, and recipient of the Qigong Master of the Year award, to explore how leaders, entrepreneurs, and high-achieving professionals can access greater energy, clarity, resilience, and aliveness.Master Gu trained at China's renowned "medicine-less hospital" under Grandmaster Dr. Pang Ming, where thousands of people experienced profound healing through energy-based practices. Since then, he has helped more than 100,000 people across 47 countries transform their health, wellbeing, and quality of life through Wisdom Healing Qigong.In this conversation, we explore:• Why so many successful people feel exhausted despite their achievements• The hidden connection between energy, confidence, and performance• How stress and mental noise disconnect us from our natural vitality• The role of Qigong in restoring clarity and resilience• Why empathy and presence are leadership skills in today's world• Practical ways to reconnect with your energy and sense of aliveness• Ancient wisdom and modern neuroscience on healing and wellbeingIf you're a leader, entrepreneur, or ambitious professional feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or disconnected from yourself, this conversation offers a powerful perspective on what it means to thrive—not just perform.