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The Rich Life Podcast

The Rich Life Podcast

By: Lane Kawaoka PE & Dr. Po Wu
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Are you a high-earning professional, entrepreneur, or enjoying retired life? We're here to enhance our health and mental well-being while exploring the depths of financial freedom, personal growth, and relationships.


Join Dr. Po Wu and Lane Kawaoka, PE, who together bring combined expertise in modern medicine, engineering, business, real estate investing, acupuncture, and holistic health. We provide insights, strategies, and stories designed to help you navigate the complexities of achieving both wealth and happiness.


For personalized Holistic Wellness & Performance coaching, connect with Dr. Po at drpowu.com.


Interested in joining our Investment Community of over 13,000 members? Secure a personal one-on-one call with Lane by visiting The Wealth Elevator Club.

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© 2024 Lane Kawaoka, PE & Dr. Po Wu
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Episodes
  • Cognitive Biases and How to Reframe Them
    Oct 23 2025

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    Join our Investment Community over over 14,000: https://thewealthelevator.com/club

    For Holistic Wellness and Performance Coaching: connect with Dr. Po at drpowu.com


    We dive into the topic of cognitive distortions, exploring what they are and how they impact our daily lives, especially among high achievers. The conversation highlights the deep-seated irrational thinking patterns that skew our reality and details effective strategies to reframe and overcome these distortions. The episode covers common cognitive distortions such as all-or-nothing thinking, catastrophizing, mind reading, personalization, and overgeneralization. Listeners will gain actionable insights to improve self-awareness, emotional resilience, and ultimately navigate life with a more balanced perspective.


    00:00 Introduction to Cognitive Distortions

    00:36 Understanding Cognitive Distortions

    02:59 All-or-Nothing Thinking

    04:50 Catastrophizing

    07:45 Mind Reading

    09:20 Avoiding the Word 'Should'

    12:06 Personalization

    13:44 Labeling

    15:56 Overgeneralization

    18:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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    20 mins
  • What is Ikigai?
    Oct 9 2025

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    Join our Investment Community over over 14,000: https://thewealthelevator.com/club

    For Holistic Wellness and Performance Coaching: connect with Dr. Po at drpowu.com


    The concept of 'Ikigai,' a Japanese word meaning 'reason for being.' They explore how this philosophy intersects four key areas of life: what you love, what you're good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for. Through engaging discussions and practical examples, they provide insights into how understanding and achieving Ikigai can lead to a more fulfilling and balanced life. This episode is perfect for anyone undergoing life transitions or searching for a deeper sense of purpose.


    00:00 Introduction to the Rich Life Podcast

    00:36 Understanding Ikigai: The Four Key Areas

    01:21 Exploring the Intersections of Ikigai

    03:08 Applying Ikigai in Real Life

    04:32 The Challenges and Realities of Finding Ikigai

    07:15 Frameworks and Personal Reflections

    15:56 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

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    17 mins
  • The Healing Power of Joy for High Achievers
    Sep 25 2025

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    Join our Investment Community over over 14,000: https://thewealthelevator.com/club

    For Holistic Wellness and Performance Coaching: connect with Dr. Po at drpowu.com


    Dive deep into the concept of 'stonewalling,' the fourth horseman of relationship breakdowns as identified by John Gottman. We discuss the emotional and physiological reasons behind stonewalling, its impact on relationships, and predominantly why men are more prone to it. We also explore strategies and antidotes to counteract this behavior to foster healthier communication and conflict resolution in marriages. With insights from Gottman's research and personal anecdotes, we aim to provide actionable advice to improve relationship dynamics and prevent long-term dissatisfaction.


    00:00 Introduction and Marriage Counseling

    00:21 The Four Horsemen of Divorce

    01:29 Understanding Stonewalling

    03:49 The Impact of Stonewalling

    04:59 Why Stonewalling Happens

    08:51 Antidotes to Stonewalling

    10:11 Recognizing and Addressing Stonewalling

    12:31 Personal Anecdotes and Emotional Awareness

    13:30 The Pursuer's Perspective

    18:40 Final Thoughts and Practical Tips

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    21 mins
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