Summary::

I came away from this interview wanting to be instant friends with Becky, as her passion for helping others is undeniable. She is a founder of The Adventure Project, a non-profit that’s working to see the end of poverty in our lifetime. Prior to The Adventure Project, Becky spent three years helping to launch Charity: Water, an organization bringing drinking water to people in developing countries.

It’s so beautiful when people find ways to work towards their passion, even when it means having to raise a lot of money and working with people on the other side of the world, but the Adventure Project is doing just that and taking huge strides at eradicating poverty.

The best part is, YOU can be involved!

On this episode, Becky discusses the advances her company is making to empower people living in extreme poverty and shows simple ways that you can get involved. 

“We don’t give handouts. Instead, we support comprehensive job training so people can earn a living and provide lifesaving services to their communities. We do it because it’s empowering. And it is the fastest way to end extreme poverty in our lifetime.”

Links + Items mentioned::

• The Adventure Project
• Charity: Water
• Give to The Adventure Project

Questions I ask::

• How can I make an impact, even if I can’t travel to these places?
• Why is this type of work needed?
• How do you track success?

Takeaways from this episode::

• The power we can have over poverty
• The difference between a hand-out and long-lasting impact
• Tips on creating a project bigger than yourself
• The importance of taking risks and staying optimistic

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This month, I’ve been releasing one “Passionate Affirmation” per day on my instagram account @haleybhop. I hope you’ve joined me! It is my goal to have you repeat each of these Affirmations with me each day (and then add on each following day) in order to help you release fears, eliminate self-doubts, and create the future you truly want. 

If you will join me for all 31 posts this month, I have absolutely no doubts that you will notice your mindset beginning to work FOR you!

Listen to this 5-minute episode of Affirmations each day if you can (I’ve left time for you to repeat after me) and let me know how it changes your mindset into something extremely powerful!

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Roy Tuscany was in a life-altering ski injury in 2006, and because of the generosity he was shown in ways of funding towards his recovery, he decided the best way to give back was to create a company that could help out people who find themselves in a similar situation that he was. This guy is the real deal and you can’t help but smile when you hear about everything he is doing. 

He created the nonprofit High Fives, which provides grants for people with life-altering injuries to get back into sports and helps aid in the mental and physical recovery of these guys and girls using state-of-the-art programs they’ve put into motion. With the positive mentality behind this company, they are growing at an incredible rate to create change and a more fulfilling life for so many people. I have no doubts that you’ll enjoy hearing Rob discuss all of this in finer detail. 

“When you go outside of your comfort zone, you experience growth. If you’re experiencing positive growth, that will allow you to overcome challenges or hiccups that weren’t anticipated in your life.”

Links + Items mentioned::

• www.highfivesfoundation.org
• CR Johnson Healing Center
• The 5 Minute Journal
• Pouring Happiness Video

Questions I ask::

• How do you help people stay positive when they are in depressed moods?
• How does your non-profit provide so many grants?
• What advice do you have for people to want to impact others?

Takeaways from this episode::

• Growing a nonprofit successfully
• Keys to overcoming tough stages in life
• The importance of community to create something bigger than oneself

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Last year, I brought back awesome memories back from a month-long trip in SE Asia. Except that wasn’t the only thing. I also came back with a nasty bug that destroyed by digestive system. I won’t say it was a blessing in disguise, but it made me extremely focused on exactly what I was putting in my body because any tiny thing I ate wrong would cause me to feel so awful! During that time, I was often lacking any extra energy, so I completely cleaned up what I was eating in order to help me perform at the highest possible level.

One thing I discovered during this clean eating journey was that everyone’s digestive system is VERY different. so my point is DON’T GIVE UP!! Just because something you read doesn’t work for you, it doesn’t mean everything will be a lost cause.

For example, I started drinking green smoothies because I heard raving reviews and thought I would be doing my body a favor. Only to realize a month later that my daily smoothie was what was causing me extra discomfort. Once I stopped having them, I felt so much better! So keep trying things. Your body will respond rather quickly and you’ll have noticeable changes within a few weeks. Weeks, not hours. You still have to be a little patient. 

So onto the juicy information. What should you eat to maintain energy??

For starters, healthy fats! Incorporate more healthy fats into your diet. Eating healthy fats does not equal gaining fat; healthy fats provide lasting energy, which in effect makes you stop craving quick sugary snacks! Attempt to slowly give up any snacks that have too much sugar (look at the grams on the nutrition label) AHA recommends no more than 25 grams a day. 

Examples: Coke = 35 g, glass of OJ = 22 g. 

Even good stuff like yogurt can trick you by putting sugar-heavy fruit puree inside. Opt for bulk Plain Full-Fat yogurt with fruit and a drizzle of honey.

Ideas for foods high in Healthy Fats:

• Avocado
• Whole eggs 
• Fatty fish
• Nuts
• Chia Seeds
• Dark Chocolate
• Coconut Cream & Oil

My almost-every-day breakfast is wilted kale or spinach with eggs any style, and occasionally some tomatoes or cheese sprinkled on. This easily keeps me satisfied until my late lunch.

I’m also a sucker for coffee, if it’s early I’ll drink bulletproof for the early morning fat intake, but if it’s later, ill have cold-brew with cream, coconut milk, or homemade almond milk. I’ve started making my own and it is DELICIOUS. The sweetness comes from a date I put in – yum! Dates are my new best friend instead of any sugar. And a quick note on fake sugars…just don’t! As they cause more addiction than regular cane sugar. 

If you want a great food map, look up the bulletproof diet roadmap. Dave Asprey digs into food like none other, and even if you aren’t on the bandwagon with fad diets, his food map is clutch when wondering what are the cleanest foods for your body. I often refer to it when I’m not sure what my digestive system will like better. He focuses on a lot of organic veggies, grass-fed or wild protein, healthy oils & fats, fruits, and of course, bulletproof coffee.

I’m not getting into Lunch and dinner on this episode, but I will touch on some great snacks for any mid-day cravings. I made a fun chart of these as part of the blog post earlier this week, so make sure to refer to that if you forget!

• Trail Mix! PHGB
• Apple/Banana with Nut Butter
• Air popped sprouted Popcorn w/ Coconut Oil
• Mini Frittata
• Protein Balls
• Green Tea or Matcha Mylk
• Veggies and Hummus or Guac
• Berries

Any of these snacks will easily get you through until dinner while also leaving you extremely satisfied, plus not causing any more crashes throughout the day. 

It’s easier than you think to stay motivated throughout the entire day, all it takes is setting yourself up for success. Go grab a few of these items from the store this week and start to raise your energy levels!

And lastly, hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!!

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Today’s episode is with one of the most charismatic people I know, and I’m excited that you’re here to listen in. Matty is Chef de Cuisine of the Q Roadhouse & Brewing Company in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, where he uses his extensive network of local farms, ranches, and creameries he’s formed relationships with to create an amazing menu.

I sat down with Matty to chat about how he continually stays motivated and driven, while also managing to seek out the best farmers and ranchers he can find. We discuss how he gets over criticism (looking at you, Yelp) and what makes for the best dining experience, night after night.

Even if you aren’t a chef, this episode will provide you with plenty of takeaways on how you can begin to infuse your particular passion into whatever line of work you do. Plus Matty gives us a delicious recipe near the end!

Links + Items mentioned::

• www.Qjacksonhole.com
• Chopped Episode
• Chef Blaine Wetzel
• Fine Dining Group

Questions I ask::

• How do you successfully manage a staff in a fast-paced industry?
• How do you get people emotionally connected with food?
• Why do you use more expensive options when many others use cheaper ways?
• How are you continually innovative and staying fresh?

Takeaways from this episode::

• Managing a successful team
• Creating relationships to create success
• The benefits of staying local
• A delicious recipe!

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If you listened to the new episode this week, you know it was all about the power of GIVING BACK! if you haven’t noticed by now, giving back is a huge part of the Passion Design Project and its one of the first things I look at when deciding which guests to have on. 

A Huff Post article said it well:

“There aren’t enough words in the dictionary to describe the significance of giving back. Even the most simple acts of benevolence — the ones we think of as “random acts of kindness” or “no big deal” — are actually incredibly important. Volunteering in all shapes and forms strengthens our communities, brings people together and provides us with valuable experience and insight. And selfishly, when I give my time and energy to others, I just feel better — about myself and my community.”

There are so many ways you can get involved on your own and in today’s episode I talk about some of my favorites.

• Pencils of Promise

• The Adventure Project

• World Bicycle Relief

• Compassion International

• A21

• Play Hard Give Back

I encourage everyone to find a way to give back in their community or find a cause online that really resonates and start following them and giving towards their missions. 

“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” – Ghandi

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It’s rare to find a company whose sole purpose is to give back, but there happens to be one in a few mountain towns over. Play Hard Give Back is an incredibly unique company that makes and sells specialty Trail Mix to fund their work. This, in turn, provides grants for athletes to help out any non-profit of their choosing. Today I’m chatting with their business developer, Ryan Rosmarin, about what it takes to successfully fund and run a business like this. 

If you’ve ever wondered how you can give back in your life a bit more, this will be an inspiring episode to listen to. Oh, and go grab some of their Trail Mix – the one with the chocolate covered espresso beans is yummm!

Links + Items mentioned::

• www.playhardgiveback.com
• http://www.playhardgiveback.com/purchase
• use hashtag #givesyoupurpose

Questions I ask::

• How do you maintain a positive company culture?
• What are the benefits of supporting non-profits?
• How do you sustain yourself only selling trail mix?

Takeaways from this episode::

• Importance of a focus outside oneself
• Ideas on good ways to give back
• How to incorporate retail items into your company
• Funding a start-up

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Earlier this week, Tim Walther talked on the podcast about tactics for thriving teamwork and leadership. I wanted to stay on that note so today we are discussing traits of leaders.

A year ago I went to a conference called Leadercast, where speakers gave their 2 cents on what makes for a great leader. So today I pulled out my notes from that to talk with you about a few ideas that were touched on.

1. Leaders say “I’ll do it”

MYTHS: leadership is reserved for bold people, fearless people, it requires a specific gift/talent, or is only for the ultra smart and talented.

*Bold leaders say wow! instead of how? 

Go on to find CLARITY, FOCUS, RESOURCES, and often use stubbornness to make things happen

2. Lean into pain as a growth opportunity

Don’t focus on “being brave,” focus on attacking the fear. 

Eventually, weaknesses become strengths and you will forget why you were so nervous. 

Make Bold corrections to get bold results.

Ex: Is my job wrong? Do I need to change my diet? If you make these bold changes, bold results will follow. 

3. Do not rethink every decision

Surround yourself with smart, bold people; listen to their advice, and then trust my decisions. 

Even if it’s risky, risk often = biggest gains/most reward. 

Constantly be risk seeking.

Keep it simple: Walk with a purpose and make a difference.

4. Take advantage of your circumstances

If you are in a position as a leader, speak out!

Stop waiting for someone else to step forward, and constantly be asking, “How can I help?

NEVER let fear overcome COURAGE

Bravery should consistently show up in things that I do daily. 

Tell yourself, “I have the right to make this world better.”

Anyone who waits for someone else to initiate change is a FOLLOWER. Be an emerging leader, even if everyone else is going the opposite direction. 

Put yourself in the position to win:

1. learn to thrive on being uncomfortable (have fierce conversations, continuously try to dive deeper than the surface of people)
2. devote yourself to intense preparation
3. invest in a coach with knowledge and insight to break down what I’m doing and see things that I don’t
4. find a way to instill trust. (you must earn respect before trying to lead)
5. don’t look back on past decisions, embrace new actions instead
6. become a master observer
7. understand the relationships that create a winner; remember you are the average of the 5 people you most surround yourself with

Don’t be afraid to work on weaknesses (you either get better or worse every day)

5. Bravery is putting oneself outside your comfort zone

BRAVERY is NOT for other people, it is for ME

You must be brave enough to fail

Take INITIATIVE, take RESPONSIBILITY, be a bridge to allowing change to occur, and constantly have compassion on the people around you.

6. Freely Failing

Fail often, fail early

It’s okay to feel like a fraud, most people do

Failure’s 2 meanings:

1. you fail, learn, get better
2. it means you aren’t smart or good enough

It’s better to fix the problems instead of trying to prevent them all.

In other words: polish your rough ideas into perfected diamonds. 

7. Thinking different and removing the public’s opinion

It’s easy to stay safe and be the status quo, but if I don’t step up, who will?

Come to serve not to be served.

Fear = invisible prison

You were made to make an impact. Think about the impact that could be had if I step up in my business.

Elevate my expectations of myself! Dream a vision that is much too big to achieve by myself and empower everyone around me to get to the next level.

Serve for a purpose, not praise

8. Do what is right, with no expectations

To make good decisions you must have:

1. Strong beliefs (even through opposition stick with them)
2. Optimism (make yourself a problem solver bc people follow solutions)
3. Bravery (Practice and have courage in yourself)
4. Preparation (run through all the possibilities and overachieve to make things easier)
5. Teamwork (Hold people accountable and empower them)
6. Communication (tell people your motives, you can’t expect them to read your mind)

You will be happiest when you find the place where you can contribute. If you care for people, people care for you!

Leadership can come about in many different forms,so find the one sentence that resonated with you the most, and improve on in it in your life this week. 

If nothing else, decide that you will take a risk this week and leave me a comment on what you did. It can be as big as you want or as small as trying a new food. 

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What’s the last adventurous thing you’ve done and how did you feel afterward? Personally, living in the mountains and traveling abroad has brought a whole new definition of adventure to me. I never prioritized it, but now I understand how much even one adventure can cause growth in my life mentally and physically. Our guest today has created a company that does just that- uses adventure to grow individuals to be more successful in their personal and professional lives.

Tim’s company, Grand Dynamics International, gives innovative experiential leadership training to provide the tactics and strategies for individuals and teams, in order to transform the way people work together. As Tim talks with me, he provides a wealth of knowledge, and you’ll be drawn into his adventurous stories and honest advice on helping people reach their highest potential, and how you can reach yours.

Links + Items mentioned::

• www.GrandDynamics.com
• www.ultimatetowner.com
• Seeking True North [book]
• The Obstacle is the Way [book]

Questions I ask::

• How far should we push ourselves?
• How can we possess more empathy?
• What are the biggest lessons you’ve learned from adventuring?
• What’s your morning routine for success?

Takeaways from this episode::

• The benefit of changing up habits often
• How to tap into your potential to achieve anything
• Tips on Public Speaking
• Why adding more adventure is beneficial to your personal and professional life

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A year ago I went to a financial conference in Calgary, Canada (awesome area, by the way, hello Banff!) and one of the main areas they focused on was developing and maintaining a mindset for success.

I must admit, I was a little weirded out. Reading positive reinforcement out loud seemed a bit awkward and egotistical to me. I’m doing just fine, thanks.

After I left, I decided I could do without that part, which they seemed to think was so important, so I put the attitude worksheet in a drawer.

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