Dr. Sarah Michaud is a clinical psychologist who has worked in the recovery field for over thirty years. She is the author of the book CoCrazy: One Psychologists recovery from codependency and addiction, A memoir and manual for Freedom. She has been sober for over forty years and brings her compassion, humor, wisdom, directness and insight to support folks on their journey of recovery.

She recently launched a you tube channel called Leaving Crazytown with her sober, attorney buddy Finn . They discuss all things codependency and addiction while having lots of laughs.

This podcast touches upon major themes such as the illusion of control, practical tools for recovery and self-awareness, the need for emotional recognition and the role of joy in creating your best life.

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This episode is about getting out of your comfort zone to realize your dreams, using the Oxcart Technique developed by Terry Fossum.

The Oxcart Technique is based on the principles of prospect theory, developed by Kahneman and Tversky in 1979. This states that people are more motivated to avoid pain than to seek pleasure.

Terry’s method involves creating a failure scenario alongside a success scenario, thereby leveraging both positive and negative emotions to drive action. This dual approach ensures that individuals remain motivated even when the allure of positive outcomes is not enough.

Where did this technique get its name? From a story about a farmer and an ox. How can the farmer motivate the ox to pull a cart? A carrot dangled in front of the ox provides motivation, assuming he’s hungry. But if he’s not, the ox needs an extra prod. A stick held by the farmer driving the ox and cart provides that motivation. And between the carrot and the stick lies motivation.

Ready to take the first step to creating your own carrot and stick? Listen to the full episode now and start your journey towards achieving your dreams.

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Joel Dubin is a retired cybersecurity consultant who has spent decades navigating the corporate world. Joel’s experiences have culminated in his hilariously insightful book, “The Seven Habits of Highly Dysfunctional Companies”.

The book is a satirical guide on what not to do in business. Joel’s first chapter, aptly titled “If it makes sense, don’t do it”, sets the tone for the rest of the book. He shares anecdotes that highlight the absurdity of over-complicating simple tasks, such as needing multiple meetings to approve adding a column to a spreadsheet.

Joel’s stories are both relatable and eye-opening. His insights extend beyond humor, offering valuable lessons on what to look for in a company and when it’s time to move on.

Joel’s book is available on Amazon, and you can also find more about his work on his website, dysfunctionalcompany.com. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career, “The Seven Habits of Highly Dysfunctional Companies” is a must-read for anyone looking to navigate the often chaotic world of corporate life with a smile.

It's an Award Winning, Amazon best selling book!

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“This is a beautiful book about life, its imperfections, its challenges, and its joys. It is a book of hope and wisdom for all of us facing a bump in the road.” –Pragito Dove

“Pat has woven together beautiful stories of life setbacks that have been transformed into spiritual growth. This book is a gift and a must-read for

souls experiencing pain and yearning for growth.”

–Gary Hensel

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