Todd Sylvester Inspires Beliefcast

Mark Richards, the owner of Wasatch Recovery joins us today for another episode of The Wasatch Way. In this episode, Mark and I discuss the importance of awareness or turning on the lights. Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “The mind, once stretched by a new idea, never returns to its original dimensions.” Awareness is one of the important keys to recovery and change.     If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, this episode is for you and them!  … #awareness #present #ownyourstory #connection #addiction #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #reccovery #recovered #sober #mindset #mindsetmatters #overcome #hope #wasatchrecovery #beliefcast #toddinspires #tsinspires   ….. You can connect with Wasatch here: info@wasatchrecovery.com www.wasatchrecovery.com  www.toddinspires.com @tsinspires @wasatchrecovery 801-898-7778   .......... Special thanks to our sponsors: Thread Wallets @thread_wallets Siegfried & Jensen @siegfriedandjensen Wasatch Recovery @wasatchrecovery Mountain West Spine & Orthopedics 

Marty Haws is an inspiration and his dedication in doing the hard things is infectious!  He is known for his time as a player on the BYU men’s basketball team. Throughout his life, Marty has recorded times of 10.64 in the 100 meters, 21.39 in the 200 meters, 4.46 in the 40-yard dash, leaped 23-0 1/2 in the long jump and has a 32-inch vertical jump. He placed fifth as a freshman in the WAC 100 meters and went to the NCAA Championships in Louisiana as a member of the 4 X 100 relay team, winning the WAC in 1987. During his career, he played professional basketball in the EuroLeague and NCAA Division I basketball and track & field.    Marty married the love of his life Tiffanie and they have two sons together, Tyler and TJ. Both Tyler and TJ have played basketball in the NCAA Division I and are on a professional team.    He is the host of his own podcast with Mike Smith & Maddy Rasmusen – Blood, Sweat & Sports Parenting (www.sportsparentingpodcast.com) and loves talking about work ethic, faith, belief

“What would I do today if I were no longer afraid?”  Mary Crafts conquers fears on a daily basis and has a 100%, all-in zest for life!  As the founder of Culinary Crafts, Utah’s largest off-premise catering company and 21-time winner of Best Of State.  Mary's involvement in community non-profits, business networks, and education has put her in the spotlight as one of Utah’s most influential women.    In October of 2022 with the release of her book, “Unbounded, From Sorrow to Summit”, Mary has added author to her list of accomplishments.  Mary is thrilled to share her hard-won life lessons with others, as only she can—with her insatiable zest for life and heartfelt badass attitude.  … #Inspiration #hardwork #motivating #entrpreneur #business #womeninbusiness #author #catering #events #influential  #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #recovered #youreokay #youreokaymentalfitness #beliefcast #toddinspires   .... You can connect with Mary here: Website: marycraftsinc.com Instagram: @marycraf

Cynthia Covey Haller is an inspiration and an example of living your life to the fullest! She is the author of Live Life in Crescendo, a mom, a teacher, and a speaker.    Cowritten with her dad, and published posthumously, Live Life in Crescendo is a life-changing and life-affirming book that befits the generosity and wisdom of the late Stephen R. Covey.   Live Life in Crescendo is Covey’s answer to these questions, outlining his vision for those in the prime of life, whatever age you may be. Covey urges all to “live life in crescendo,” continually growing in contribution, learning, and influence. This crescendo mentality urges you to use whatever you have—your time, talents, resources, gifts, passion, money, and influence—to enrich the lives of people around you, including your family, neighborhood, community, and the world. You can listen to her inspiring story now!   …. #author #inspiring #livelife #influence #talent #vision #teacher #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness#youreokay #your

Natalyn O. Lewis is one of the most energetic, passionate, full-of-life people you’ll ever meet!  Natty played NCAA Division I soccer for Brigham Young University and earned Academic All-American honors.      Natalyn has translated her competitive drive and her knowledge of the power of belief systems into the business world as well. She has worked with over 50 different companies and organizations from start-ups to billion-dollar enterprises with a focus on marketing, messaging, and identity. She took the framework and tools she has successfully implemented and now works as a leader in emotional intelligence, helping business owners and corporate executives of every size raise their EQ and create the business and culture they truly want to claim the success they desire.   Listen now to Natalyn's amazing story!! … #success #belief #beliefsystem #personalbelief #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #motivation #youreokay #youreokaymentalfitness #beliefcast #toddinspires   .... You can conne

Katie Bunnell is the definition of perseverance!  Katie experienced being a single mother after her husband Byron unexpectedly passed away in 2005. In 2010 the Live Your Dream Foundation was founded by the Young Family, David Young, and his daughter Katie Bunnell.    Its mission is to support single-mother families by providing scholarships for women who have aspirations for higher education to better provide for their children. 100% of the funds raised directly benefit single mothers in Utah. The operation is entirely volunteer-operated.    You are not going to want to miss Katie’s story!  … #singlemother #liveyourdream #leadership #entrepreneur  #inspiration #Powerful #motivation #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #youreokay #youreokaymentalfitness #beliefcast #toddinspires    .... You can connect with Katie here: Instagram: @katiebunnellyd / @liveyourdreamfoundationutah Facebook: Katie Bunnell Website: https://www.liveyourdreamfoundation.org/   .......... Special thanks to our spo

Jenedy Paige has overcome one of the most difficult tragedies a mom could ever endure.  Her faith and resilience shows all of us we can do anything.  Jenedy was born with two God-given gifts: she’s an early riser and she’s consistent. She’s used her natural abilities to become a professional oil painter and an American Ninja Warrior athlete. She believes we all have a divine spark that makes us capable of achieving anything as long as we’re willing to work hard for it. She is the biggest fan of her alma mater, BYU-Idaho, and credits herself as the “product of a great art education.”    She is a wife, a mother, a teacher, a runner, and her mom says she struggles with being able to relax. When she’s not in her studio or the gym, she loves to be in her kitchen, creating delicious healthy food for her family. She thanks God every day for carefully leading her down a path she could have never imagined for herself.   …   #consistency #family #relaxation #achievement #hardwork #greatness #art#education #mentalhealth

Melissa Price gets really vulnerable by sharing her story of overcoming childhood abuse. You will be inspired by her resolve to be a light in this world! She is passionate about empowering parents to teach their children emotional intelligence. She loves connecting parents to their children through play and supporting parents in increasing their emotional intelligence.  She has 20+ year’s experience teaching youth and she is certified as a Safe Harbors guide, a LifeStory, and LifeStudio coach amongst many other methods of transformation. She is also the owner of Creative Family Connection and the creator of the card game Emotion Commotion™. You are not going to want to miss listening to Melissa share her amazing story!    … #abuse #leadership #entrepreneur #games #inspiration #Powerful #motivation #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #depression #anxiety #recovered #youreokay #youreokaymentalfitness #beliefcast #toddinspires    .... You can connect with Melissa here: Website: https://emot

Mark Richards, the owner of Wasatch Recovery joins us today for another episode of The Wasatch Way. In this episode, Mark, Christian Smith, and I discuss the power of culture or buy-in.  You can go to the worst treatment center but if you buy in, you will get it.  You can go to the best treatment center and if you buy in, you will get it.  It makes all the difference.       If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, this episode is for you and them!    Click the link in my bio to listen in.      … #gratitude #ownyourstory #connection #addiction #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #reccovery #recovered #sober #mindset #mindsetmatters #overcome #hope #wasatchrecovery #beliefcast #toddinspires #tsinspires   ….. You can connect with Wasatch here: info@wasatchrecovery.com www.wasatchrecovery.com  www.toddinspires.com @tsinspires @wasatchrecovery 801-898-7778

Garrett Blood is one of the kindest human beings you’ll ever meet! He was born in 1979, and raised in and around Orange County and San Diego. He started his first company at age 9 and sold it at age 12 to a business owner in his 30’s. He’s enjoyed business and entrepreneurism ever since. Garrett spent two years as a missionary in Mexico and shortly after married his wife Jacqueline of almost 21 years and has 5 children.    Garrett’s first major company he started from his garage was Arctic Zero. The first healthy protein-based ice cream product and the first to bring calorie counts to the front of all packaging. Arctic Zero went on to become the #3 most-sold ice cream product in America behind Ben & Jerry’s and Häagen-Daz. His life experiences and time spent building these companies has been instrumental in the development of his company Kajae. Kajae Premium Staff Augmentation specializes in connecting clients with their top virtual professional assistants.    Garrett has the biggest heart and is wanting

Portia Louder and her vulnerability will leave you speechless.  Portia started her career as a photographer and built a company documenting weddings in Utah and surrounding states. Portia began investing in real estate in 2004, was indicted for mortgage fraud in 2011, and was incarcerated in 2015. Portia speaks openly about her mistakes and what it took to move past them.   Portia is an addict in recovery, a birth mom, and spent 4.5 years in federal prison. She recently published a memoir called “Living Louder” A Compassionate Journey Through Federal Prison which teaches empowerment skills to incarcerated individuals, and at-risk youth. Portia is a board member of The Sobriety Foundation and helps provide housing scholarships to the underprivileged.    …   #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #depression #anxiety #addiction #addictionrecovery #treatment #recovered #youreokay #youreokaymentalfitness #beliefcast #toddinspires #recovery #love #sober #sobriety #soberlife

Look who’s back! McKenna Brown, one who always has the courage to share her healing journey with us.  McKenna is a Mom, Mental Health Advocate, Public Speaker, 40 Under 40 Recipient 2021, Mrs. Utah America 2014, Creator of the Wonder Woman Journal, and Self-Love & Confidence Coach.   McKenna shares her recent mental health struggles and opens up about her stay at a treatment center in Arizona.  You are going to be inspired by her will to fight for change, face her challenges head-on, and help and love others in the process.    Tune in, McKenna’s light will make your day.    … #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #speaker #faith #God #suicideprevention #recovered #overcome #mindset #strong #love #light #inspiration #beliefcast #toddinspires #tsinspires   .... You can connect with McKenna here: http://mckennarosebrown.com/ @mckennarosebrown     .......... Special thanks to our sponsors: Thread Wallets @thread_wallets Siegfried & Jensen @siegfriedandjensen Wasatch Recovery @wasatchre

Kelly Clark’s story will inspire the drive in you to not only face your trial but overcome it.  Kelly is a recovering drug addict and alcoholic who spent three decades battling the disease of addiction. Plagued by the effects of mental illness and addiction, she eventually descended into homelessness and prostitution.    In 2016, after finding faith in Jesus Christ and entering a twelve-step recovery, Kelly’s life of tragedy and despair transformed into one that overflowed with purpose and hope. Kelly is a published author, public speaker, podcast co-host, and social media influencer. She has dedicated her life to sharing the reality of hope with those who continue to suffer from the devasting impact of addiction.     You and your family are going to love Kelly and be overwhelmed with gratitude for her vulnerability.  Enjoy!   … #wedorecovery #recovered #overcome #addiction #clean #AA #sober #recovery #addictionrecovery #faith #God #mindset #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #strong #love #light #inspiration

Ganel-Lyn Condie is a popular motivational speaker and best-selling author.  She is known for inspiring others with her unique honesty, authenticity, and spirit. She is dedicated to her family, faith, and inspiring others. Ganel-Lyn loves teaching others with speaking and writing.   She has experienced healing from a major chronic illness and is the mother to two miracle children. After the heart-breaking suicide of her 40-year-old sister, Ganel-Lyn is constantly working toward suicide prevention. Ganel-Lyn lives with an open heart and feels passionate about sharing principles that will empower others to live life with more joy. She is a regular television and radio guest. Ganel-Lyn's talks and books have now encouraged thousands of people all over the world. She loves growing older with her cute husband Rob and aims to keep learning and loving.   You are going to love her vulnerability and strength.  Tune in and enjoy.    … #author #speaker #faith #God #recovered #overcome #mindset #mentalhealth #mentalhealt

Roger Smith, the author of The Most Unlikely Leader: An Unbelievable Journey From GED To CEO, was kicked out of high school multiple times and never graduated.  Roger was arrested several times, addicted to drugs, had several near-death experiences, was a thief, and eventually homeless.  His best friend was shot right next to him while pulling a robbery and he was destined for an early grave.  Now Roger can’t believe his life turned out as it did.    Roger is an American Author and former CEO of American Income Life Insurance, National Income Life Insurance, and Liberty National Life Insurance companies. His journey through life is one that truly embodies the fact that no matter how low you are in life you can always turn things around and become anything you set your mind to.   … #wedorecovery #recovered #overcome #addiction #clean #sober #recovery #addictionrecovery #faith #mindset #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #strong #love #light #inspiration #beliefcast #toddinspires #tsinspires   .... You can conne

Dee Marble is one of the best souls on this planet!  Dee has overcome some of the most difficult situations including addiction that almost cost him his life.  Dee has a degree and is a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor who specializes in Equine Therapy. He has over 10 years of experience and a lifetime of knowledge in healing with horses. Dee dedicates is time, knowledge, and resources to helping others.  Dee also counsels at Wasatch Recovery where he uses his gift to help clients overcome addiction, trauma, and limiting beliefs.    Dee works with all ages and services ranging from individual riding lessons to offering counseling and healing with horses to Rehab Centers for clients suffering from substance abuse.    We love Dee and you are going to his as well.  Tune in and enjoy his amazing story.   … #wedorecovery #recovered #overcome #addiction #clean #sober #recovery #addictionrecovery #faith #mindset #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #strong #love #light #inspiration #beliefcast #toddinspires #tsinsp

Joshua Hall is a husband, father, entrepreneur, singer, tennis player, and recovered pornography addict. His energy and love of life are contagious. His marketing agency Webinauts empowers small businesses to make smarter marketing decisions through marketing data systems and coaching. His personal passion is getting people to sing! Joshua's goal is to help millions of people understand and utilize the health benefits that singing can have in their lives. He has performed all across the east coast in an Acappella group. This led him to work with performers in Branson Missouri, and now in Utah including singing with the Debra Bonner Unity Gospel Choir.  Joshua is one of a kind and you are going to love his vulnerability.  Enjoy!   … #wedorecovery #recovered #overcome #addiction #clean #sober #recovery #addictionrecovery #faith #mindset #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #strong #love #light #inspiration #beliefcast #toddinspires #tsinspires   .... You can connect with Joshua here: https://www.facebook.com/josh

Mark Richards, the owner of Wasatch Recovery joins us today for another episode of The Wasatch Way. In this episode, Mark and I discuss the power of owning your story and expressing gratitude.  Why do we feel awkward when someone pays us a compliment?  We discuss the reasons that might be.    If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, this episode is for you and them!    … #gratitude #ownyourstory #connection #addiction #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #reccovery #recovered #sober #mindset #mindsetmatters #overcome #hope #wasatchrecovery #beliefcast #toddinspires #tsinspires   ….. You can connect with Wasatch here: info@wasatchrecovery.com www.wasatchrecovery.com  www.toddinspires.com @tsinspires @wasatchrecovery 801-898-7778

No better way to celebrate my 300th episode than to have my friend Dave Durocher drop some truth on us!  Dave was arrested for the first time at the age of 13. By the time he was 38, he had been to prison four times for a total of 15 years.  Dave shares the story of when he was given the chance to change his life, and how he could never have imagined what the future had in store for him.  He describes the power of whole person change and how that is what success really looks like.    When Dave was given the option to go to Delancey Street in Los Angeles, he was facing 29 years in prison. Dave was at Delancey Street for 8 years and became the Managing Director of their 250-person Los Angeles facility for the last 5 of those years. He is now devoting his life to creating a place where the most lost among us can come to learn about integrity, honesty, hard work, and self-respect.   Dave is one of the BEST I have ever met and I am honored to call him my friend.  This episode will be life-changing for you and your

If you have a daughter or a son in college, this is a MUST listen!  Mady Bishop, Annie Whitlock, and Kenidee Marx get vulnerable about navigating the pressures of college life.  Feeling alone, having an eating disorder, and mental health challenges are just a few of the important issues they open up about.    Mady Bishop   From Utah and Mady is the youngest (and only girl) of 5.  She served in the New Hampshire, Manchester Mission, graduated from BYU with a BA in Communications (Public Relations Emphasis), and currently works in Finance at Qualtrics and teaches High Fitness at Vasa on the side. Mady is passionate about health and fitness and gained a special love and appreciation for her body through struggling with disordered eating several years ago. She loves doing anything active, reading books, eating ice cream, and spending time with her friends!   You can Follow Mady @madyyyanne   Annie Rees Whitlock   Annie is from Utah and also spent a few years living on the east coast.  She served a mission for th