The Kindness Factor Podcast

Send us a textJoin Captain Kindman, Randy McNeely, and The Happiness Doctor, Elia Gourgouris, for an inspiring conversation with the Honorable Yeah Samake—former Malian Ambassador and a man shaped by a powerful legacy.Discover how his father’s dream of educating all 23 of his children changed his life, why he gave up his Ambassadorship to serve his people, how he is working to take his positive influence to an even bigger stage as President of Mali, and how his powerful, love-driven journey can inspire yours.Connect with Yeah:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ambassador-yeah-samake-19a0792/Website:https://yeahsmake.comEmpower Malihttps://empowermali.org#kindness #leadership #personaldevelopment #courate #education #hope #encouragement #motivation #service #transformationSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

4/23/25 • 28:05

Send us a textImagine, planning out how everything is going to be when your new child is born. You study and prepare for that. You have a picture-perfect image in your mind of how everything is going to be. Then, the baby is born, and within 10 minutes, your world is completely turned upside down. That's the experience Valerie Probstfeld had. Join this conversation with Dr. Elia Gourgouris (The Happiness Doctor) and Randy McNeely (Captain Kindman), to get the full scoop on what happened next and learn about  Valerie's passion for motherhood and the kindness that inspires that passion.Listen on any of your favorite podcast platforms here, or watch on Youtube.Connect with Valerie:WebsiteLinkedInInstagramYoutubeFacebookPodcastSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

4/16/25 • 30:59

Send us a textImagine growing up in a home where both parents struggle with mental illness, addiction, and other challenges. What would that feel like?Justin Pickens doesn’t have to imagine—he lived it. But instead of letting those hardships define him, he turned them into stepping stones to success.Join Randy McNeely - Captain Kindman and Justin Pickens as  shares how a "village" of friends, teachers, and mentors helped him push through—and how he’s now paying that kindness forward, empowering others to rise above their challenges.Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or watch on YouTube!______________Connect with Justin:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-pickens/Support the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

4/2/25 • 31:48

Send us a textWhat happens when gratitude, happiness, and kindness come together? They bring along some incredible friends—love, joy, hope, resilience, and more.Who wouldn’t want to be a part of that celebration?Join co-hosts Elia Gourgouris, PhD (The Happiness Doctor) and Randy McNeely (Captain Kindman) as they chat with the Gratitude Guru, Kevin D. Monroe, about how gratitude and kindness can ignite a life filled with hope and happiness.Picture this: gratitude rolls in, and suddenly, it's like a circus clown car—one moment, it’s just gratitude, and the next, it’s overflowing with a whole crew of cheerful, hopeful friends.Tune in to hear insightful stories, uplifting moments, and learn how embracing the power of “and yet” can bring light even on the darkest days.If you're in need of a boost to brighten your day, this episode is just what you need.Listen (https://podcast.thekindnessfactor.com/2179958/follow) or Watch—you’ll be glad you did!About Kevin:I am a 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 who 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐞𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐬 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 both online and in-person that allow people to embrace an extraordinary life and lead in extraordinary ways.Connect with Kevin:If you are interested in how we might work together, please contact me. You can email me at kevin@kevindmonroe.com. Better yet, why not call or text right now? Here's my personal cell +1-404-713-0713. Let's co-create something awesome! Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinmonroe/Website:https://www.kevindmonroe.com_____Support the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

3/27/25 • 27:53

Send us a textCan you imagine making your personal and professional life better by streaking every day? No we're not talking about running around naked. What we are talking about is creating the consistency that leads to daily success.Here to share his wonderful expertise in this area is none other than the Streaking Master himself Mr. Jeffery Downs. Join Dr. Elia Gourgouris, The Happiness Doctor, and Randy McNeely - Captain Kindman for an enlightening conversation with Mr. Downs!Discussion Points:What are the three laws of streaking and how can they positively impact my personal and professional success strategy.What on earth would be considered a laughingly simple streak and why does it matter?How do streaks differ from habits?How can creating streaks be helpful in creating kindness?HERO STORY: Learn about Jeff's Kindness hero and the story of how one kind man who saw the possible in a rowdy high school kid changed Jeff's life trajectory forever.Get the weekly wisdom nuggets and find out how they can help you grow.Listen her or watch on Youtube at https://youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastAbout Jeff:Jeffery J. Downs is a dynamic keynote speaker individuals and executive teams in both private and public organizations. Jeff draws on a vast array of experiences from corporate, public, and private life to relate timeless principles leadership and productivity. His book, !Streaking" (https://tinyurl.com/367j9xdt) is a powerful framework that unlocks the door of compound results.Learn more about Jeff and connect with him on:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jefferyjdowns/Website https://www.mystreaksapp.com/Support the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

3/19/25 • 32:03

Send us a textNeed a lift today? How about a facelift? No I'm not talking about plastic surgery. I'm talking about big smiles. Mark Carpenter, "The Master Storyteller" is the man who brings them. With his down to earth style and easy going manner, he lifts and inspires people to new heights. Join co-hosts Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor, and Randy McNeely - Captain Kindman - in this thought-provoking and insightful conversation.Questions to consider:What role does kindness play in creating lasting connections?Can a smile save a life?Is is possible to elevate your mood even when you don't feel like smiling?What impact can leading like a person as opposed to a position have on your leadership?How can organizations boost the success of new leaders?So much more.______________________Mark Carpenter is on a mission to bring greater humanity into business leadership. A popular speaker, best-selling author, and experienced facilitator, Mark has spoken to and facilitated learning at organizations from mining and manufacturing to banking and technology. He is the co-author of the best-selling book “Master Storytelling: How to Turn Your Experiences Into Stories that Teach, Lead, and Inspire,” and the author of the best-seller “Lead Like A Person, Not Like A Position.” He is the co-host of the Infuse Compassion podcast with Amy Quesenberry. __________Connect with Mark:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-carpenter-0b55221/Websites:https://master-storytelling.com/https://leadlikeaperson.com/Books:Master Storytelling: How to Turn Your Experiences into Stories that Teach, Lead, and Inspire - https://tinyurl.com/ycx35n6dLead Like a Person, Not Like a Position - https://tinyurl.com/mr2hdm23__________Listen on any of your favorite podcast platformshttps://podcast.thekindnessfactor.com/2179958/followSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

3/13/25 • 29:31

Send us a textWhat if you could be part of a movement that is making the world a brighter, happier, more peaceful place? If you knew that this  movement would allow you to step up and step into the shoes of a kindness hero every day, delivering love through simple acts of kindness, WOULD YOU BE IN?If you said yes, then this episode is a must listen!Our guest today is a financial advisor turned kindness advocate and kindness movement creator, the amazing founder of Kindness Worldwide Kevin Smith. Listen to learn more about the "Why" behind Kevin's kindness advocacy and how you can be part of the kindness story and help build cultures of kindness around the world!-----------WARNING: Parts of the conversation at the beginning of this episode get rather heavy as there is some discussion of the recent tragic events involving a shooting in York, PA, Kevin's hometown. The events are only touched on briefly, and the focus shifts to discussing the solutions kindness can provide to prevent and also recover from such tragedies and create the change we want to see in the world._______Connect with Kevin:Website: https://kindnessworldwide.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/kindnessweekofficialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kindnessweekofficial/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-smith-a0040a19/Linkedin - Kindness Worldwide: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kindness-week-worldwide/Support the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

3/5/25 • 31:42

Send us a textIn this inspiring episode, Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor, and Randy McNeely - Captain Kindman, sit down with compassion advocate Amy Quesenberry. Amy shares the story of how her new doctor stepped into the shoes of a kindness hero and made her feel seen, heard, and safe. She also shares how that experience and many other life lessons led to her becoming the wonderful compassion advocate that she is. We learn about the impact compassion can have in the workplace and in our personal lives as Amy unpacks the "Compassion Framework." and the power of showing up. We also tease her new "Infuse Compassion" podcast with the first episode releasing on March 4th._______After years in corporate life, Amy took a transformative journey of self-discovery, resulting in her acclaimed Start With Compassion™ framework and awakening to the power of showing up. Amy is a keynote speaker known for her raw authenticity, passion, and ability to transform lives. She’s been a leader in the STEM field for over 20 years and currently serves as the Director of Training and Organizational Development at RICK Engineering. Residing in San Diego, she has shared her wisdom at platforms like the Womentech Network Global Conference and TTEC’s Women’s Leadership group.As a certified organizational development coach with a Bachelors in Business Management and a Masters in Organizational Leadership, Amy balances her life with cooking, reading, writing poetry, running, and cycling on her Peloton bike.________Connect with Amy:Website: https://startwithcompassion.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-quesenberry/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/startwithcompassion/X: https://twitter.com/sw_compassionInstagram: https://instagram.com/start_with_compassionTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@startwithcompassion Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@startwithcompassionSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

2/26/25 • 27:01

Send us a textSenior orphans. How many of us think about that fact that young people aren't the only ones orphaned, without family to care for them? Our inspiring guest Stacy Shewey does! In fact she's thought of them so much, along with young orphans, She determined to find a way to bring both generations together to lift, build, and strengthen each other, to build generational kindness in ways they wouldn't be able to otherwise. Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor, my co-host was unable to join us this week due to some personal needs. But you can join me, Randy McNeely - AKA Captain Kindman, as I interview the amazing Stacy Shewey and learn about her wonderful organization - Hands 4 Life. Listen and learn:How one persons perspective on kindness change the trajectory of Stacy's life and how she felt and thought about kindness forever. How Hands 4 Life is bringing the older and younger generations together and creating ripples of generational kindness. Discover how the interactions between both groups are lifting, building and strengthening their lives. How Stacy has turned the tragic loss of her son in 2022 into a stepping stone and a driver her behind her efforts at Hands 4 Life. Get these nuggets, and so  much more. Take a listen. You'll be glad you did.PERSONAL APPLICATIONAs you wrap up you listening, take a few minutes and ask yourself the following questions:What did I learn? How is it applicable to me?What am I going to do about it?Take the time to answer those questions, then make a plan, and take action. Together, through kindness, we can change the world. Why? Because WITH KINDNESS, EVERYBODY WINS!Connect with Stacy:Website: http://h4lworld.org/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hands4LifeIntlInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hands4lifeintlX: https://www.twitter.com/Hands4ISupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

2/19/25 • 32:26

Send us a textWhat do you get when you join a shopping cart, a former homeless man and recovered drug addict, and over 11 million steps? The Push for Change. That was Joe Roberts' signature trip at the age of 49 as a non-athlete, recovered addict who wanted to raise awareness for social issues such as poverty, homelessness, mental health and many others. Join Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor and Randy McNeely - AKA Captain Kindman, for the continuing conversation with Joe Roberts, known as The Skid Row CEO. You DO NOT WANT TO MISS this uplifting episode as Joe shares the powerful story of his 517-day journey of over 5,000 miles and more than 11 million steps. You'll get to see a short video of the journey and hear about the many instances of kindness shown along the way. You'll hear how Joe was able to get over 100,000 youth involved in the journey.You'll learn more about Joe's amazing organization "Push for Change" organization and how you can help empower others. You'll get to hear nuggets like, "You don’t have to convince people to be kind, you just have to give them the opportunity to do so, and they’ll always show up," and so many more. Take a listen and be inspired. You will be really glad you did and you'll come away wanting to share this episode with others. __________________________Connect with Joe:Connect with Joe:Websites: Speakinghttps://skidrowceo.comFoundation:https://thepushforchange.comSocial Media Personal:Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/skidrowceo/Social Media - The Push For Change:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePushForChange/X: https://twitter.com/pushforchangeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pushforchange/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkFjZzfIqqTO5jEwOblJP9ASupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

2/12/25 • 31:19

Send us a textAre you ready? I hope so! This week's episode is a special episode. The Happiness Dr., has been on the ground in Los Angeles since the day after the fires broke out. Join us as we share his firsthand descriptions of the devastation there and how people are pulling together in kindness and pushing through. Find out how a sandwich saved someone's life and hear about how one simple act of kindness had someone declaring - "You are Angels." Warning - your heartstrings are about to be tugged!Take a listen - You'll be glad you did!-----------Connect with Dr. Elia at:Website: https://www.dreliagourgouris.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thehappinessdoctor/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.eliag/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrElia/X: https://twitter.com/dreliaSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

2/6/25 • 30:14

Send us a textThere is never a moment in our life where we can’t shift the way we think, the way we act, and alter our eventual outcome. Never! Starting this moment, our future is spotless.That is the essence of Joe Roberts 🛒 Skidrow to CEO personal story. As a young man he struggled with homelessness and substance abuse addictions. He was down, down, and almost out. Then came the change!What happened? One man named Gus, saw the possibilities in Joe, and planted the seed of possibility in his heart. That was the beginning of change that would take over a decade. Now Joe is the CEO of his own company and speaks about possible all over the country!Elia Gourgouris Ph.D. - The Happiness Doctor and Randall McNeely - AKA- Captain Kindman, are delighted to share an insightful conversation with Joe. In it you'll get the following:More of Joe's powerful story of change and the impetus behind itMultiple golden nuggets like the quote at the beginning of this post.Inspiration and motivation to consider what really is possible if we believe in ourselves.And so much more!Take a look or a listen! You'll be glad you did!Support the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

1/29/25 • 24:56

Send us a textIf you're looking for an inspiring, thought provoking conversation to lift your day, this is the podcast for you!How can words describe the fabulous opportunity to share the mic with the amazing leadership guru, Alain Hunkins, author of "Cracking the Leadership Code: Three Secrets to Building Strong Leaders. What was so wonderful was to listen to how one man's kind act to Alain has impacted the rest of his career and inspired him to become the inspiring, empathetic leadership advocate he's become. It was truly an honor for Randy McNeely - Captain Kindman and Elia Gourgouris to converse with Alain and find out more about what makes him tick both as a leader and a fascinating, caring human being.In this episode you'll learn:How one man's kind act influenced Alain so powerfully that it has impacted the trajectory of the rest of his lifeWhat commitment Alain made life on our podcast to do by the end of the yearHow the right questions can qualify people and inspire them to go and do great thingsHow we can borrow someone else's belief in ourselves to grow in our personal confidence until we have the same kind of beliefHow it is possible to be competent and still ask for helpHow asking other people how they see us can help us improveAnd so much more.Three pearls of wisdom:Don't wait to give kindness - Let those you love know you love them.Think of every day as a blank canvas and when you get up  set an intention as to how to paint a picture of kindness.At the end of the day reflect on and celebrate the moments of kindness you had that day.Take a listen. You'll be glad you did.  ____________________________________________________Connect with Alain:Website: http://www.alainhunkins.com/Book site: https://www.crackingtheleadershipcode.comLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/alainhunkinsTedX Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/alain_hunkins_the_basic_truth_most_leaders_neglectSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

12/11/24 • 29:27

Send us a textWhat a delightful opportunity it is for us to re-share with you the amazing story of one of the kindest people on the planet - Brad Aronson author of HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act at a Time. This is the book both I and Dr. Gourgouris wish we'd written. This is a must listen episode. Here are just a few nuggets you'll get today:Brad's personal kindness story as his wife battled Leukemia, the "Why" Behind the book and why Forbes called it "the most uplifting and life-affirming book in years." Select stories from the book, including the inspiring story of Larry Stewart - the man who founded the now world-wide Secret Santa movement. and so much more!A truly uplifting conversation. If you're in need of a boost today, this podcast is for you!How to connect with Brad:LinkedinFacebookInstagramSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

12/4/24 • 30:59

Send us a textIs it possible to wrap anger in gentleness?How do "Hell's Angels" and kindness come together?How can we access our kindness power?Get the answers to those questions and so much more in today's episode through a wonderful conversation with Mark Sliver, founder of Heart of Business Inc. and author of "Heart Centered Business: Healing from Toxic Business Culture so Your Small Business Can Thrive."  Co-hosts Randall McNeely - Captain Kindman and Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor thoroughly enjoyed this conversation with Mark, and we are confident you will too.  Take a listen: You'll be glad you did! _________________________________________Since 1999, Mark Silver, M.Div., has worked with heart-centered entrepreneurs to help them realize that every act of business can be an act of love.  Mark is one of the pioneers in integrating real spirituality with the nitty-gritty of small business, he founded Heart of Business, Inc in 2001. A designated Master Teacher within his Sufi lineage, he has received his Master of Divinity.As a coach, teacher and spiritual healer, he has facilitated thousands of individual sessions with entrepreneurs and has led hundreds of classes, seminars, groups and retreats. His weekly writings and teachings are followed by thousands of people around the globe.A fourth generation entrepreneur, prior to Heart of Business Mark ran a distribution business, turned around a struggling non-profit magazine, and worked as a paramedic in the San Francisco Bay Area. ___________________________________________  Connect with Mark: Website: https://heartofbusiness.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marksilverhob/Support the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

11/27/24 • 30:32

Send us a textService with a purpose. That is Philip Wilkerson III. Inspired by his military father and his doctor grandfather, Philip strives today to serve wherever and whenever he can. As a committee member for George Mason University's Pat's for Patriots program which allows students and faculty to nominate people for kindness recognition, Philip is regularly working to inspire and give kindness.In this delightful conversation with Philp, Randy McNeely and Dr. Elia Gourgouris, you'll get to hear first hand how and why  Philip's father and grandfather stand out as kindness heros. You'll learn how their examples inspired Philip and continue to impact him today. You'll be inspired by the caring and kindness discussed.Take a listen. You'll be glad you did.__________________________________Philip Wilkerson III is is married to Maggie Wilkerson, LCSW (JMU Class of 2007, Social Work), and father to two boys, Bennett and Miles.He is an Employer Engagement Consultant at GMU Career Services. In this role, he serves as a liaison between employers and the GMU community to ensure career opportunities such as jobs and internships are available to students, faculty/staff, and alumni. He oversees multiple industries: Media, Entertainment, Journalism, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Sports & Recreation, Hospitality & Tourism, and Technology & Engineering. Previously he was "Employee of the Month" in September 2019, the “Forty under 40” list for GMU Black Alumni, “Forty under Forty” for the Northern Virginia area through the Leadership Center for Excellence, the "ALX Chamber Forty under Forty," as well as being a recipient of the "Pillar Award" which is for a GMU staff member who supports Black students.  and the GMU NAACP chapter. In his free time, he hosts a podcast called Positive Philter which focuses on well-being and Toastmasters. Connect with Philip:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipwilkersoniii/Podcast: https://positivephilter.com/ Support the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

11/21/24 • 29:03

Send us a textHow does one capture in words what can really only be felt and understood by being seen? It's a tricky proposition - one I won't attempt here. To truly feel and grasp the simple yet powerful lessons Mr. Jaris Tucker shared in this week's episode of The Kindness Factor Podcast, you have to hear it, or, better yet here it.Randy McNeely - Captain Kindman and Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor, had the wonderful opportunity to sit down with Jaris Tucker and hear his amazing story of how in person kindness transformed his life and how he is returning the favor by going back to the projects and neighborhood where he grew up and inspiring and mentoring young people to lift them up to success.Listen as Jaris shares how his life changed because people he's worked with took him under their wing and taught him what to do to succeed. Learn about the influence of his dear mother and how he honors her as a champion of kindness in his life. Learn how Jaris, "Cap," as his friends call him, has inspired his friends through in person, direct kindness.Learn the powerful formula Jaris uses to give himself some "self-love."And so much more. Take a listen! You'll be glad you did!______________________Jaris Tucker Sr. is a father, entrepreneur, business marketing consultant, the founder of Real One On One Consulting LLC and the #ThinkersAtWork. The Author Of Nature Flow. He is also recognized as LinkedIn’s top voice. He has sought out on his journey to be a thought leader and one of the best public speakers in the world. ______________________Connect with Jaris:Website:https://thinkersatwork.com/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaris-tucker-davacap/Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/ripdroYoutubehttps://www.youtube.com/@thinkersatwork7154Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/realoneonone/?hl=en Support the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

11/13/24 • 24:20

Send us a textMultiplying Kindness - Is that possible? If so, how? The answer is a resounding yes and it happens every time we give kindness away. In fact, that is the only way it multiplies!In this  Dr. Elia Gourgouris interviews his co-host Randy McNeely who shares, in a raw, authentic way his personal story of rising above and overcoming personal adversity and how it drove him to become, The Kindness Giver, or, Captain Kindman as some are now calling him. How did that happen?Listen to find out about how Randy's kindness hero mother, and his not so kind, yet service oriented father, helped him learn how and what you can do to multiply kindness in your own life.Take a listen. You'll be glad you did.__________________Connect with Randy:Websites: https://www.randymcneely.comThe Kindness Hero Shophttps://www.kindnessheroshop.comLinkedin - PersonalLinkedin - The Kindness Factor InternationalFacebookInstagram Support the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

11/7/24 • 23:14

Send us a text"Gratitude and kindness go hand in hand. They are the Yin and the Yang of this perpetual motion toward goodness." ~ Randy Sparks ~Spoken by one of the kings of gratitude himself. What a pleasure it is to share with you the amazing Randy Sparks, host of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast.Randy is an estate planning attorney with a passion for gratitude. He and his wife Cathy have had their own personal gratitude practice for over 14 years and it has literally changes their lives. Join hosts Randy McNeely - Captain Kindman,  and Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor, in this delightful conversation with a man who not only talks the gratitude talk, but personifies what is means to have gratitude. In less than thirty minutes you'll get a multitude of golden nuggets.Why gratitude and kindness go so well together.What gratitude and kindness will do for you.How can gratitude and kindness save us?The importance of taking the time to open ourselves to what gratitude can do for us. And so much more.Take a listen. You'll be glad you did._____________________Randy is and estate planning attorney delivering peace of mind by day. However, Randy is passionate about many things – a huge passion is tennis (admittedly more watching than playing). Randy travels the world to watch his favorite pros compete (Rafael Nadal is his favorite). Randy is married with three children and the Sparks family motto is “Experiences Over Things.”Connect with Randy:WebsiteFacebookInstagramSpotifyYoutubeTiktokSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

11/1/24 • 27:41

Send us a textWhat do you get when you cross a love of learning with immense curiosity, and a kind personality? Dr. Gina Anderson! Join Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor, and Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver for an intriguing conversation with Dr. Gina, the CEO and founder of Luma Brighter Learning - a company that provides an engaging learning management system (LMS) tailored to trucking fleets focused on safety, compliance, and driver retention.  Hear inspiring stories about:How one kind act to honor a brother who had passed away inspired Dr. Gina to pay it forwardHow showing up with kindness can be the best help we can offer in challenging timesHow quickly people come together when people reach out for helpDr. Gina's 3 pearls of wisdom: You have the power to make the choice to do something kindAccept kindness from other people Give yourself grace. Be kind to yourself and move forward with kindness._Dr. Anderson is the CEO of Luma Brighter Learning, an award-winning learning company 2X recipient (2024 and 2023) of the prestigious INC. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies award. Dr. Anderson routinely publishes new, measurable, science-based techniques specifically focused on driver learning to help companies improve their safety scores and uphold compliance. She is the creator and host of the ‘I Love Learning’ podcast, featuring leaders from across the world sharing what motivates them to learn, an Inc. magazine author, and wrote Teaching Without a Teaching Degree: Luma Learning Lessons. Dr. Anderson holds a Doctor of Education in instructional systems technology from Indiana University, where she also minored in learning science. She has a passion for helping people learn.Connect with Dr. Gina:Learning With Dr. GinaLinkedInInstagramYoutubeSpotifyApple PodcastsSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

10/9/24 • 29:13

Send us a textHow would you respond if your little town all of a sudden had an influx of 7,000 people  from 90 countries sitting on 38 jumbo aircraft at your tiny airport?That happened in a matter of hours on 9/11/ 2001 in Gander, Newfoundland, Canada.As the terrorist acts of that terrible day unfolded in the United States, Kevin Tuerff sat on an Air France Flight in a state of shock. Suddenly they had started to descend and the plane banked north. Then an announcement came over the speaker in French. He could only understand one word. Terrorism. Then the announcement came out in English saying that due to acts of terrorism in the United States their plane would be diverted to the town of Gander, Newfoundland.Join an inspiring conversation with host Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver, and his wonderful guest Kevin Tuerff, founder of Pay It Forward 911, as Kevin retells the events of that fateful day.Listen to this uplifting episode as Kevin shares how the people of Gander exhibited the full power behind the meaning of "I was a stranger and you took me in." Learn how they not only took in strangers, but they embraced them with kindness that continues to pay it forward 23 years later.Take the time listen - YOU'LL BE GLAD YOU DID!_______________________Kevin Tuerff is the Managing Director for Communications at The American Thoracic Society. He is the founder of Pay It Forward 9/11, dedicated to paying kindness forward in memory of those who lost their lives on 9/11/2001. He is the author of an amazing book - "Channel of Peace: Stranded in Gander 9/11" which story has been portrayed in the award winning Broadway Musical, "Come From Away."________________________Connect with Kevin:LinkedinWebsiteFacebookX:Youtube:TikTokInstagramSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

10/2/24 • 29:28

Send us a textWhat do you get when you cross a keynote speaker, and author, and a singer who can capture hearts through lyrics beautifully sung? You get the one and only Rachel Druckenmiller. This week's episode captures a truly delightful conversation with a lady who is all about kindness! Join Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver and Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor and listen to learn about the impact Rachel's parents' example had on her efforts to give kindness. Discover how one teacher's simple activity 27 years ago still impacts her heart today and helps her to remember she is Somebody. Hear the inspiring story of a friend who went out of his way to make Rachel feel like she was Somebody after she released her first song, "Somebody." Learn how you can feel and remember like you are SOMEBODY! Stay to the end to get a special surprise!Be prepared to have you heart grabbed! Take a listen. You will be totally glad you did!----------------------Rachel Druckenmiller is a trailblazer who brings a unique perspective and set of skills to catalyze both introspective insight and meaningful connection that led to lasting transformation. She has been recognized by Smart Meetings as a Best of the Stage Speaker in 2023, Forbes as a Next1000 honoree, Workforce Magazine as a 40 Under 40 Game Changer, and the #1 Health Promotion Professional in the U.S. by the Wellness Council of America. Rachel has served clients ranging from 20 to 60,000 employees, including Citizens Bank, the National Education Association, SHRM, UnitedHealthcare, Sherwin-Williams, and the Federal Aviation Administration. Rachel is a TEDx speaker, singer-songwriter, and the President of UNMUTED, a speaking and training company whose mission is to activate the power of curiosity to unleash what’s possible. Rachel holds a Master's degree in Health Science and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology.Connect with Rachel:YoutubeWebsiteLinkedinInstagramSpotify Support the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

9/25/24 • 28:08

Send us a textLooking for a positive uplift? Well you've found it!What do you get when you cross a greek, a big heart, a huge smile, the ability to swim like a fish, and a natural ability for hospitality?Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor (Also known as the "Happy Greek").It was my honor this week to have the wonderful opportunity to interview my amazing co-Host  Dr. Eia Gougouris. If you don't know Elia, now is your chance to get a glimpse into the life of a phenomenal man.So many nuggets in this episode!Here are just a few:How can a promise made to a five year old end up changing a life forever?How can what seem to be little things when we do them end up being the big things that reach hearts and change minds? How is it possible for a mother's words to inspire a lifetime of caring?And so much more!Take a listen. You will be totally glad you did!___________________________________________________Dr. Elia Gourgouris (Dr. Elia) is known as America’s Happiness Doctor. He is President of The Happiness Center, an organization of world-leading experts in Positive Psychology, and a Founding Partner at The Global Institute of Thought Leadership.He also hosts a TV show called "The Happy Hour with Dr. Elia" on Mental Health Television Network (MHTN) and is the co-host "The Kindness Factor" podcast. As an executive coach, Dr. Elia helps C-Suite leaders and their teams achieve their highest potential. His career includes collaborations with major companies such as Bank of America, PwC, Atlantic Health System, and The Home Depot.Dr. Elia is the author two books: the #1 Amazon best-seller "7 Paths to Lasting Happiness" and "7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis," which provide powerful insights that can help everyone create and sustain a more fulfilling and joyful life.______________________Connect with Dr. Elia:Website:https://www.dreliagourgouris.com/Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/thehappinessdoctor/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/DrElia/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/dr.eliag/X:https://twitter.com/drelia___________________Support the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

9/18/24 • 34:28

Send us a textWhat do you get when you cross a Cape Cod beach, rocks, and paint? You get Megan Murphy’s Kindness Rocks Project. What started out as an effort for self-kindness, has exploded into a worldwide movement with kindness rock gardens now in over 90 countries and millions of participants. It is considered one of the world’s largest participatory and interactive works of art ever created.Join Randall McNeely - The Kindness Giver and Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor in this delightful conversation with Megan Murphy. Listen and learn as Megan shares the unique story of how she became her own kindness hero and find out how you can too!Key Takeaways:The simple act of writing a kind message to yourself can be a means of catharsis.Leaving that message on an object, such as a rock, for someone else to find can be a catalyst for their self-kindness.The fives step Rocks process can change your lifeRecognize - sit with yourself - recognize your thoughts, what is going on in you head.Observe - observe and own it. Don't try and beat yourself up for feeling the things your feeling or thought you are thinking.Compassion - practice self-compassion. If we don't recognize the need for compassion towards ourselves, we won't recognized the need for compassion towards others.Kindness - Give kindness to yourself and othersService - look for ways make your day and everyone else's day a little bit better._________________Megan Murphy is the founder of The Kindness Rocks Project. She's a coach, keynote speaker, author, and so much more. Learn more about her and the project on The Kindness Rocks Project website.Connect with Megan:LinkedInFacebookYoutubeInstagramXPinterestSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

9/11/24 • 26:10

Send us a textHow can you and I learn to do magic? What can we do to touch hearts and truly change lives? How can we respond if someone says, "you're too kind?"Join Co-hosts Randall McNeely and Dr. Elia Gougouris in this delightful conversation with author,  coach, and keynote speaker Tracy-Ann Palmer and get the answers to those questions and more. Take a listen. You'll be glad you did!Tracy-Ann Palmer is an entrepreneur. She'e the CEO of The Corporate Athlete Academy and the visionary Co-Founder of Home Industries. With a rich tapestry of over 25 years in leadership in various industries and companies including Salesforce, Cisco, Rackspace, AWS and VMware.  Tracy-Ann has become a paragon of transformation and growth in the business world, steering companies towards unprecedented success with her strategic acumen and entrepreneurial spirit.At the heart of her mission lies the foundation of We Build Character, a non-profit initiative dedicated to building the leaders of the future. Tracy-Ann's commitment to creating a cadre of diverse, resilient 'corporate athletes'—professionals who surpass norms and deliver unparalleled results —is a testament to her role as a catalyst for positive change. Learn more about Tracy-Ann through her social media channels:LinkedinYoutubeInstagramFacebookSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

9/4/24 • 25:44

Send us a textQuestions to consider:What is the power behind simply showing up to support someone? How can that simple act of kindness be a catalyst for success?Are there things you're not saying, at least to yourself, that really need to be said? How do you face those challenges and allow yourself to bring out what has been struggling to get out but you've been shutting in?It was a true honor for Randall McNeely - The Kindness Giver and Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor to share the mic with Lyndsey Van Sickle, a woman who has the answers to all those questions and more. Lyndsey Van Sickle is a National Speaker Association keynote speaker, amazing story teller, and a woman who truly knows her business when it comes to showing up to "just be there" and support others. She also has the intriguingly expert ability to help individuals and organizations probe the thorny depths that everyone knows are there but no one wants to touch and find solutions to those issues.Listen or watch. You'll be glad you did.Connect with Lyndsey:Website: https://www.lyndseyv.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndseyv/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lyndsey-V-103066164896534/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lyndseyv_/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/LyndseyV_/Support the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

8/28/24 • 21:07

Send us a textWhat do you get when you cross an amazing speaker, coach, and leader with a generous kindness giver? Cheryl Knowlton.What a wonderful opportunity lies ahead for you, our listeners and watchers. It was a wonderful experience for Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor and Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver - to share th mic with the beautiful and talented Cheryl Knowlton. Can a negative reaction to kindness be a catalyst for paying it forward it graciously!What does it mean to have abundant generosity?How can stopping, dropping, and rolling be utilized to inspire kind action.Get the answers to these questions as you listen to today's episode.Take a listen. You'll be glad you did!___________________________Cheryl Knowlton, CSP, is an award-winning international motivational keynote speaker, certified coach, author, and podcast host. As the CEO and Chief Energy Officer of Dynamite Productions, an international speaking and coaching firm, Cheryl's mission is to empower speakers and leaders to discover and monetize their MAGIC. She is obsessed with helping speakers unmute their authentic voice, amplify their authenticity, elevate their expression - and to get paid well for doing it! Cheryl is committed to helping speakers and leaders step off the relentless hamster wheel of stress to embrace a life filled with purpose and impact - to go from Burnout to Bliss™.Connect with Cheryl:WebsiteFacebookXLinkedInYouTubeInstagramSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

8/21/24 • 29:25

Send us a textSome people might be taken aback at first, but Angelique Letizia's warm and caring personality soon dispels any defensiveness. What am I talking about? Talking with and paying complements to strangers - something Angelique is no stranger to (pun intended). What a thrill it was for Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver and Dr.  Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor to share the mic with Angelique.Listen to learn how Angelique's mother's kindness, when Angelique was just eight, still impacts how she treats people today. Find out how a compliment to total stranger led to the confidence to knock it out of the park in an interview. Discover, yet again, the powerful ripple effect that one simple act of kindness can have.This episode will warm your heart and lift your soul.Angelique Letizia - Kindness Ambassador for Kindness WorldwideAs the founder of Starr Films, Angelique has been creating visually engaging films for over 15 years. She specializes in crafting stories that inspire, inform, and entertain audiences across multiple platforms, including film, television, web, and social media. She has a filmmaking degree from New York Film Academy and numerous awards and nominations for her film projects. Her skills and expertise include taking ideas from concept to creation, directing, cinematography, writing, producing, editing, and creating content for popular social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Shorts, and Facebook. She has worked on various genres and formats, such as documentaries, narratives, limited series, shorts, and theater. Some of her notable film works are SARINA'S SONG (available on AMAZON), FOR FRANCIS, and CONFESSION. She won multiple screenwriting awards for her TV Pilot BLACKOUT (based on the novels) and feature film MA BELLE.  Connect with Angelique.Website, LInkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, XSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

8/14/24 • 30:11

Send us a textThis week's edition is a rewind episode, revisiting Brian Coleman's previous interview - The Man With A Heart to Help. We'll be back next week a new episode featuring the wonderful Angelique Letizia._______________________There are times in our lives when we have conversations with someone that leaves us feeling blown away - in a good way. We come away feeling like we are on cloud 9.This conversation with Brian Coleman is one of those. It was a total honor for me, Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver, and Dr. Elia Gourgouris, "The Happiness Doctor" to share the mic with Brian Coleman. Brian is an Air Force Veteran who has worked as a Surgical Technician for over 30 years. He's assisted in open heart surgeries, orthopedic surgeries, and many other specialty surgeries in some of the top hospitals across America.  Brian is also an inventor having invented ClipVac, a revolutionary Pre-Surgical Hair Removal System that has transformed pre-surgical procedures in hospitals nationwide. He is also an entrepreneur, driven to lift, serve, and build others.  This is a must listen conversation.  In just over thirty five minutes you'll learn about:The spark that ignited Brian's journey for a lifetime of kindnessStories of the powerful impact that parental kindness can have on children.Insights about listening to that inner voice that inspires us to do good for someone and the transformative results that can comeBrian's wonderful new App "A Heart 2 Help" that connects people who are willing to help with people who need it.  And much more.Be warned - you will likely come down with a case of payitforwarditis. You can connect with Brian Here:Website LinkedInInstagram  FacebookXSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

8/7/24 • 36:55

Send us a textFor this week's episode all we can say is be prepared to laugh and have your heart touched. In other words, be prepared to be transformed! Why? Because Barry Shore, the king of JOY, the master of acronyms, the proliferator of kindness is in the house. I can promise you that you will be delighted within the first 30 seconds of listening and before the podcast is over, you'll be wishing you could find a way to reach through whatever medium your watching or listening through and give Barry a big HUG!  Barry Shore is a former quadriplegic, a powerful story in and of itself, and the way he responded to it and continues to be resilient is what makes barry so special. He is a serial entrepreneur and the founder of Einstein Cares, an amazing site designed to raise $1 Billion (yes that's right) for charity. Barry is a best selling author of The Joy of Living and a new book Oh Shift about transformational power of shifting our thinking, causing something to Happen Inside to Facilitate Transformation (S.H.I.F.T). He's also a swimmer, philanthropist, and host of the award winning Joy of Living podcast. Connect with Barry at:Website - Barryshore.comWebsite - Einsteincares.comLinkedInFacebookInstagramSupport the showDid you appreciate the show? Show your appreciation by JOINING OUR EFFORTS TO PAY IT FORWARD AND RAISE OUR VOICE FOR KINDNESS ON A LARGER SCALE!JOIN US TODAY! Here's how. Subscribe to this podcast. You can pay as little as $3.00 per month. Your support will enable us to continue to bring you great content and take our message to a much broader audience. Email 5 people you believe our efforts will resonate with and invite them to listen and do the same thing. Like or subscribe to our social media channels listed below. LinkedIn.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thekindnessfactorYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekindnessfactorpodcastInstagram - https://instagram.com/tkfactorshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thekindnessfactorX - https://twitter.com/tkfactorshowThank you for your support!

7/31/24 • 36:20