In this episode, I had the absolute pleasure of talking with Dr. Shad Helmstetter about the powerful role self-talk plays in both personal development and parenting. We explored how the words we say to ourselves, and to our children, can shape confidence, self-esteem, and overall well-being.

Dr. Helmstetter shared some fascinating insights into the neuroscience behind self-talk and how it literally programs the brain, for better or worse. As a parent and a coach, this really hit home for me.

We also talked about how we, as parents and educators, have a responsibility to help our kids develop positive inner dialogue from a young age. Dr. Helmstetter offered practical ways to shift negative thought patterns and even walked through how to teach self-talk to children in everyday life.

The ripple effect of these conversations can be life-changing—not just for our kids, but for future generations. It was such a meaningful discussion, and I can’t wait for you to hear it.

Where to get self talk:

selftalkplus.com

https://shadhelmstetter.com

Books by Dr. Shad Helmstetter

What To Say When You Talk to Yourself - https://a.co/d/194hJmd

Predictive Parenting-What To Say When You Talk to Your Kids - https://a.co/d/6IOXgmq

Who Are You Really and What Do You Want? - https://a.co/d/9wUQuMn

The Power of Neuroplasticity - https://a.co/d/j9c1qK5

Negative Self Talk and How to Change it - https://a.co/d/ffLdSZY

The Self Talk Solution - https://a.co/d/cNWqxsx

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Episode Highlights

00:00 The Power of Self-Talk in Parenting

07:00 Neuroscience of Self-Talk and Its Impact

14:54 Practical Applications of Self-Talk

22:03 Teaching Self-Talk to Children

30:06 The Ripple Effect of Positive Self-Talk

Join me as I have a great conversation with Neel Dhingra, a prominent digital creator, entrepreneur, and mortgage industry leader, the founder and CEO of Forward Academy. He has significantly impacted the real estate and mortgage industries by leveraging content marketing and personal branding to grow his business exponentially.

He lives what he teaches.

We talk about the power of personal branding and content marketing, how passion can drive your business forward, and what it really takes to create content that connects.

Neel shares his journey of working in the mortgage business to becoming a leader in personal branding and marketing through content creation, and he really emphasizes the importance of helping others and building a strong, supportive community along the way.

We also get into some of the real challenges that come with shifting market conditions, the mindset needed to push through, and why staying focused on growth is so important.

Plus, Neel gives us a preview of the upcoming Forward Event- a high-energy, in-person conference designed for mortgage and real estate professionals aiming to elevate their personal brands. The upcoming event is scheduled for July 11–12, 2025, in Las Vegas, featuring marketing experts from outside the industry who inject fresh perspectives that work. Neel brings world-class speakers like Chris Do, Dan Martell, Shade Zahrai, Johnny Cupcakes and so many more.

This is an inspiring conversation with so many gold nuggets from Neel you won’t want to miss!

Connect with Neel:

Neel Instagram

The Neel Home Podcast

https://neelhome.com

https://www.youtube.com/c/NeelDhingra

https://www.linkedin.com/in/neelhome

https://www.forwardacademy.com

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Episode Highlights:

00:00 Introduction to Neil Dhingra and Forward Academy

04:38 The Journey of Building a Personal Brand

10:59 Refocusing on Passion and Enthusiasm

14:45 Creative Marketing Strategies in Direct Mail and Social Media

16:37 The Importance of Packaging Your Message

17:43 Implementing Strategies for Success

19:32 Identifying Your Target Audience

22:55 Narrowing Your Focus for Greater Impact

25:08 Engaging with Your Audience on Social Media

30:37 The Fulfillment of Helping...

In this episode, I sit down with Roberto Monaco for a fun and insightful conversation all about the art of effective communication. We dive into why it’s so important to really understand your audience, how storytelling can create deeper connections, and how love and intentionality can completely transform the way we communicate. Roberto and I also talk about the evolution of video marketing, the value of personal growth, and how self-talk plays a big role in overcoming fear. He shares his journey in building Influencology and what makes his Influence from the Front class so powerful—including the idea of collecting and using your own life stories to connect with others. We both encourage you to embrace your experiences and let your story be heard.

Episode Resources:

https://influencingfromthefront.com/

https://www.instagram.com/therobertomonaco/?hl=en

https://influenceology.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@InfluenceOlogy

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Episode Highlights:

00:00 The Art of Communication

03:13 Understanding Your Audience

05:54 One-to-One vs One-to-Many Presentations

09:12 The Evolution of Video Marketing

12:05 Influencology: A Journey of Passion

15:10 Influence from the Front: A Unique Experience

18:08 Intentional Parenting and Storytelling

20:59 The Importance of Continuous Learning

23:55 The Psychology of Communication

26:50 The Impact of Social Media on Communication

29:53 Training for Success

36:13 The Power of Communication Skills

39:34 Transforming Content into Experiences

42:55 The Heart of Communication

46:37 Collecting Life Stories

51:22 Embracing Your Unique Voice

55:54 Overcoming Fear in Public Speaking

01:01:42 Shifting Mindsets for Effective Communication