The InPowered Life

Our brains shape how we experience reality… but how much of what we believe is actually true? In this thought-provoking episode of The InPowered Life Podcast, Rudi Riekstins sits down with Dr. Andrew Newberg, renowned neuroscientist and pioneer in neurotheology, to explore the connection between science, spirituality, and consciousness. Together, they unpack how the brain shapes our beliefs, why mystical experiences can transform our lives, and what happens when we question everything we think we know. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ➡️ How the brain shapes our perception of reality ➡️ Why science and spirituality may have more in common than we realize ➡️ How meditation and prayer can change the brain ➡️ Why questioning your beliefs opens the door to growth ➡️ The connection between sexuality, spirituality, and human connection ➡️ How beliefs and emotions influence our experiences ➡️ Why curiosity and compassion matter more than having all the answers If you’re curious about consciousness, spiritual awakening, and the science behind transformation, this conversation will challenge your perspective and invite you to explore life with greater openness, awareness, and understanding. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Dr. Andrew Newberg: Website: https://www.andrewnewberg.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.andrewnewberg/ Explore Dr. Andrew Newberg’s Books: https://www.andrewnewberg.com/all-books 📚 How God Changes Your Brain — Discover the neuroscience behind how spiritual practices influence the brain and impact our well-being. 📚 Sex, God, and the Brain — Dive into the fascinating relationship between sexuality, spirituality, rituals, and human connection. Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

You don’t need to become someone else. You need the courage to fully become yourself. In this powerful conversation, Rudi Riekstins sits down with Craig Siegel, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Reinvention Formula and host of The CLS Experience, to explore identity, spirituality, surrender, and the uncomfortable work of becoming who you were actually meant to be. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ➡️ Why full expression—not achievement—is the real assignment ➡️ How your recurring patterns reveal the lessons you’re here to transform ➡️ Why the identity that got you here may be the very thing keeping you from what’s next ➡️ How to give maximum effort while surrendering the outcome ➡️ Why your deepest discomfort may be pointing toward your greatest growth ➡️ How reconnecting with the Creator can transform the way you lead, build, and live ➡️ Why suppressing who you are comes at the cost of your energy, fulfillment, and impact ➡️ How to create space for divine guidance instead of constantly forcing the next move ➡️ What becomes possible when you stop proving your worth and start living from who you truly are This is a conversation about releasing the performance, loosening your grip, and having the courage to be fully seen. Because the greatest version of you isn’t someone you have to become. It’s someone you have to stop hiding. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Craig Siegel: Your next level starts with a decision to step into it. Join CLS Formation on October 15, 2026, in New York City, and leave inspired, connected, and equipped with the clarity and confidence to turn your vision into action. Get Early Bird Tickets → https://go.gocultivatelastingsymphony.com/oct2026nyc Go deeper with Craig through The CLS Experience: https://www.cultivatelastingsymphony.com/podcast Want his insights delivered directly to you? Join Craig’s free texting community by texting “ Rudi ” to 917-634-3796 . Website: https://www.cultivatelastingsymphony.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/craigsiegel_cls/ Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

What if selling your home didn’t have to blow up your life? Selling a home is rarely just about the house. It can bring up stress, money, memories, clutter, relationships, and some surprisingly difficult decisions. In this eye-opening episode, Rudi Riekstins sits down with Kati Spaniak—real estate expert, author, and founder of Truth in Real Estate—to reveal what most people get wrong about selling a home and how to navigate the process with more strategy, clarity, and peace. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ➡️ Why selling a home is really about navigating transition, not just a transaction ➡️ How preparing years in advance can dramatically reduce stress ➡️ How to let go of sentimental possessions without losing the memories ➡️ The hidden cost of chasing the highest possible price ➡️ Why experience, integrity, and trust matter when choosing an agent ➡️ How to create a home you love now—not just a home that will sell later If you’re thinking about selling, preparing for your next move, or simply want to stop postponing the life you want to live, this conversation will change the way you think about your home, your possessions, and your next chapter. Because your home isn’t just something you eventually sell—it’s where your life is happening right now. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Kati Spaniak: Selling your home doesn’t have to turn your life upside down. Get Sell Your Home Without Blowing Up Your Life — your practical guide to selling smarter, protecting your peace, and getting prepared before the stress kicks in: https://protecttheseller.com/book/ Discover how Kati helps homeowners find trusted, experienced agents and make confident real estate decisions: https://truthinrealestate.com Access Kati’s tools and resources to help you prepare for your next move: https://protecttheseller.com/freestuff IG: https://www.instagram.com/katispaniak/ Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

Are your triggers really about other people—or are they revealing where you’ve been turning your back on yourself? In this paradigm-shifting episode, Rudi Riekstins explores what it means to truly live as a spiritual being—not just practice spirituality when it’s convenient. He shares how triggers, emotional reactions, and everyday choices can become opportunities for deeper awareness, self-love, and spiritual growth. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ➡️ Why spiritual practices mean little if you don’t use them in the moments you’re triggered ➡️ How your reactions can reveal where you’re breaking your own heart ➡️ Why awareness is the foundation of spiritual growth ➡️ How to create space between what happens and how you respond ➡️ Why triggers aren’t proof that you’re failing—they’re opportunities for evolution ➡️ How small daily choices can either honor or abandon yourself ➡️ Why true spirituality means bringing awareness into every area of your life ➡️ How to choose long-term fulfillment over short-term pleasure If you’ve ever felt deeply connected in one moment and completely reactive the next, this episode is an invitation to bring your spiritual awareness into the moments that matter most—and choose yourself again and again. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

How deeply do you truly know the person you love? In this raw and intimate episode, Rudi Riekstins sits down with his wife, Anniston Blair Riekstins, to explore what it means to be fully seen, fully known, and fully free in your relationship—and how honest communication can transform intimacy, connection, and love. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ➡️ Why the relationship you desire starts with the conversations you avoid ➡️ The difference between physical, emotional, and mental nakedness ➡️ How shame, fear, and unspoken desires impact intimacy ➡️ Why your partner can be your greatest mirror for growth ➡️ How vulnerability creates deeper safety, trust, and connection ➡️ Why relationships are meant to evolve—and how to grow together ➡️ How honest communication can transform every area of your life ➡️ What it means to create a relationship where you can truly be yourself If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your partner or struggled to express what you really want, this conversation is an invitation to take off the armor, tell the truth, and discover what becomes possible when you allow yourself to be fully seen. Learn More About Naked HERE A 30-day guided experience with Rudi and Anniston designed to help couples have the conversations that deepen vulnerability, intimacy, communication, and connection. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/ Connect with Anniston: Website: https://www.annistonriekstins.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/annistonblairriekstins/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@annistonblairriekstins

Your intuition is speaking to you all the time. The question is: are you listening? In this expansive and paradigm-shifting episode, Rudi Riekstins explores intuition, energetic awareness, and your ability to receive information beyond what the logical mind can explain. He challenges the belief that intuition is reserved for psychics or mediums and invites you to recognize the channel you already have within you. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ➡️ Why intuition is a skill you can strengthen and trust ➡️ How telepathic communication and intuitive “pings” can show up ➡️ Why you may have learned to dismiss your intuition as a child ➡️ How thoughts, feelings, sensations, and sudden downloads can carry information ➡️ How Rudi uses intuition in business, leadership, and life ➡️ Why discernment is key to knowing what intuitive information to act on ➡️ How opening your channel can create more clarity, flow, and ease If you’ve ever had a gut feeling, sudden knowing, or intuitive hit you couldn’t explain, this episode will invite you to get curious, pay attention, and start trusting the information already available to you. Join the Awaken Your Intuition waitlist and be the first to know when the doors open. I’m Ready to Awaken My Intuition → https://www.rudiriekstins.com/awaken-your-intuition-waitlist About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

How much of yourself are you hiding just to be liked, accepted, or understood? In this insightful episode, Rudi Riekstins explores what it truly means to live as your most authentic self—and why the moment you stop performing for other people’s approval, everything can begin to change. Through stories from his own life, relationships, business, spirituality, and childhood, Rudi unpacks the cost of compartmentalizing who you are and the freedom that comes from finally allowing every part of yourself to be seen. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ➡️ Why authenticity means dropping performative behavior ➡️ How other people’s triggers can reveal something within themselves ➡️ Why hiding parts of yourself can disconnect you from your truth ➡️ How being fully yourself gives others permission to do the same ➡️ Why the right people will self-select when you stop trying to be palatable ➡️ How intuition and spiritual connection can guide your life ➡️ Why dimming your light prevents you from fully sharing what you came here to give If you’ve been filtering yourself to fit in, this episode is your invitation to stop performing, trust who you are, and let yourself be fully seen. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

What if the deepest, most extraordinary love with your partner isn’t found by changing them… but by taking 100% accountability for yourself? In this deeply intimate episode, Rudi and Anniston Riekstins unpack the biggest takeaways from their couples mastermind and retreat, where seven couples experienced breakthroughs in vulnerability, intimacy, connection, and love. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ➡️ Why men may be more ready for vulnerability than you think ➡️ Why 100% accountability is the foundation of extraordinary love ➡️ How your partner can become a mirror for your growth ➡️ Why triggers can deepen intimacy instead of creating distance ➡️ How emotional safety impacts physical intimacy ➡️ How adventure and new experiences can reignite passion ➡️ Why choosing love over being right can change everything If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your partner or longed for deeper intimacy, this conversation will remind you that a more profound level of love is possible—and it starts with you. Ready to Deepen Your Love, Intimacy & Connection? Join the Couples Mastermind & Retreat Waitlist: https://www.rudiriekstins.com/relationship-upgrade-waitlist About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/ Connect with Anniston: Website: https://www.annistonriekstins.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/annistonblairriekstins/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@annistonblairriekstins

What if the reason you’re not making more money… isn’t because you need a better strategy, but because you haven’t yet become the version of you who can hold it? In this expansive and paradigm-shifting episode, Rudi Riekstins sits down with Elyse Archer, founder of She Sells and Superhuman Selling, to explore why identity, embodiment, energetics, and aligned action—not hustle or tactics—are the real drivers of sustainable sales growth, wealth, and success. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ➡️ Why your results will never supersede your identity ➡️ How Elyse broke through a 10-year income plateau in just six weeks ➡️ How to embody the version of you who already has the results you desire ➡️ The Four Quadrants of Quantum Sales Growth ➡️ Why money is an amplifier of who you’re being ➡️ How masculine and feminine energy work together to create sustainable growth ➡️ How to use intuition and embodiment to know what action to take next If you’ve ever felt like you’re working harder but not getting the results you want, this conversation will shift how you think about money, sales, identity, and what’s truly possible for you. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Elyse Archer: Website: https://elysearcher.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/elysearcher/ Get instant access to Elyse Archer’s Four Quadrants of Quantum Sales Growth: https://4quadrant.elysearcher.com Book your call with Elyse and the She Sells Team: https://elysearcher.com/freecall/ Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

What if the way you respond when your child encounters pornography could shape their relationship with sex, pleasure, and their own body for years to come? In this eye-opening and deeply grounding episode, Rudi Riekstins sits down to address a topic most parents dread: discovering pornography in the home and how to talk to your kids about sex, pleasure, and body image without instilling lifelong shame or trauma. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ➡️ How to respond when your child encounters pornography ➡️ Why shame can have lasting effects on a child’s relationship with their body ➡️ How to have honest conversations about sex and pornography ➡️ The difference between setting boundaries and creating shame ➡️ Why your reaction matters more than you may realize ➡️ How to help children make informed, empowered choices If you’re a parent navigating difficult conversations around sex, curiosity, or pornography, this episode offers a different way forward—one rooted in calm, honesty, education, and connection. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

Have you ever noticed how quickly your attention is pulled away from the moments that matter most? In this eye-opening episode, Rudi Riekstins shares how six days completely off the grid in the Montana backcountry transformed the way he thinks about technology, attention, and personal boundaries. What began as a digital detox became a powerful reminder that constant accessibility is quietly stealing our presence, our relationships, and our ability to lead ourselves well. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ➡️ Why your phone may be silently eroding your peace without you realizing it ➡️ How constant accessibility trains you to abandon your own boundaries ➡️ What six days without technology revealed about presence and nervous system regulation ➡️ Why being immediately available does not make you a better friend, partner, or leader ➡️ The surprising power of sitting in silence instead of constantly consuming content ➡️ Why creating intentional "offline" moments strengthens your relationships and self-leadership ➡️ Simple ways to reclaim your attention and become fully present with yourself and the people you love If you've ever felt overwhelmed by constant notifications or struggled to disconnect, this conversation will help you reclaim your attention, strengthen your boundaries, and become more present in your life. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

What if healing isn't about moving on—but learning to carry love, loss, and compassion together? In this heartfelt episode, Rudi Riekstins sits down with award-winning filmmakers Dana Croschere and Krisanna Sexton, the creators of Rescued Hearts , to explore the extraordinary connection between horses, the human heart, and emotional healing. Together, they discuss authenticity, nervous system regulation, grief, and why our greatest transformation begins when we feel safe enough to be fully ourselves. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ➡️ How Rescued Hearts was inspired by a life-changing encounter between a child with autism and a horse ➡️ Why horses mirror authenticity rather than perfection ➡️ A simple heart coherence practice to calm your nervous system ➡️ How grief, gratitude, and healing can coexist ➡️ Why self-compassion is the foundation of lasting healing ➡️ The power of following your intuition, even when it doesn't make logical sense ➡️ How embracing your truth creates deeper connection with yourself and others If you're navigating grief, anxiety, or simply longing for more peace and authenticity, this conversation will remind you that healing begins in the heart—and that love remains one of our greatest teachers. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Dana Croschere & Krisanna Sexton: Website: https://www.rescuedheartsfilm.com/ Get Tickets Here: https://www.rescuedheartsfilm.com/watch IG: https://www.instagram.com/rescuedheartsfilm/ Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

What if the delays in your life aren’t mean you're off track... but proof you're being guided? In this inspiring episode, Rudi and Anniston Riekstins share the unexpected journey behind manifesting their dream home in Montana. They explore how trusting intuition over fear, resisting the urge to settle, and staying committed to the feeling of their vision led them to an outcome that exceeded everything they imagined. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ➡️ Why manifestation rarely unfolds the way you expect—and why that's part of the process ➡️ How to distinguish intuition from fear when making major life decisions ➡️ Why settling out of pressure can pull you away from what you're truly meant for ➡️ How your emotional state influences what you're creating and attracting ➡️ What it means to "spiral up" and shift your energy when uncertainty takes over ➡️ Why your body often recognizes alignment before your mind understands it ➡️ How trusting divine timing can lead to opportunities beyond what you imagined If you've been feeling discouraged by delays, questioning your next step, or wondering whether your vision is still possible, this conversation offers a new perspective on trusting the unfolding and staying aligned with what you're here to create. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/ Connect with Anniston: Website: https://www.annistonriekstins.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/annistonblairriekstins/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@annistonblairriekstins

What if the only thing standing between you and an extraordinary life... is taking the next step? In this inspiring episode, Rudi Riekstins sits down with retired Navy SEAL, bestselling author, and Cleared Hot podcast host Andy Stumpf to explore leadership, resilience, purpose, and why ordinary people are capable of extraordinary things. Together, they unpack the mindset that helped Andy navigate combat, business, and life—and how those same principles apply to all of us. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ➡️ Why overwhelm stops more dreams than lack of ability ➡️ How to focus on the next step instead of the entire journey ➡️ The difference between your identity and what you do ➡️ Why self-leadership is the foundation of great leadership ➡️ How to stay calm when life feels out of control ➡️ Why asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness ➡️ The mindset behind Drownproof and thriving through adversity If you've ever questioned whether you're good enough or felt overwhelmed by the size of your goals, this conversation will remind you that extraordinary lives are built through ordinary actions repeated consistently. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Andy Stumpf: Website: https://www.andystumpf.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/andystumpf212/ Grab Andy's New York Times bestselling book, Drownproof : https://shop.clearedhotpodcast.com/ Listen to the Cleared Hot Podcast: https://www.clearedhotpodcast.com/ Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

What if the biggest thing standing between you and the life you want… is your fear of taking the first step? In this inspiring episode, Rudi Riekstins sits down with entrepreneur and High Impact Coaching founder Zander Fryer to explore how courage, not certainty, creates extraordinary success. From leaving a six-figure corporate career to building a multi-eight-figure coaching business, Zander shares the mindset shifts that helped him stop playing it safe and start living with purpose. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ➡️ Why waiting for the "right" decision keeps you stuck ➡️ How to tell the difference between fear and intuition ➡️ Why fear of judgment holds us back more than fear of failure ➡️ Practical ways to build confidence through uncomfortable action ➡️ How courage creates momentum in life and business ➡️ The inner work behind lasting success and fulfillment If you're ready to stop letting fear make your decisions, this conversation will inspire you to trust yourself, embrace discomfort, and take the next bold step toward the life you're meant to create. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Zander Fryer: Website: https://zanderfryer.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/zanderfryer/ Learn more from Zander in his bestselling book, Sh*t You Don't Learn in College: https://www.amazon.com/Sh-You-Dont-Learn-College/dp/1737598701 Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

What if the fastest way to build wealth isn't earning more... but keeping more of what you already make? In this eye-opening and deeply personal episode, Rudi sits down with New York Times bestselling author and financial expert Garrett Gunderson to explore the mindset, strategies, and life lessons behind true wealth. Garrett shares how losing an $8 million net worth transformed his approach to money, relationships, and purpose, and why real financial freedom starts from within. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ➡️ Why money alone never creates lasting fulfillment ➡️ The mindset shift that changed Garrett's life after losing everything ➡️ The four biggest money leaks most people overlook ➡️ Practical tax and wealth strategies to help you keep more of your income ➡️ Why investing in yourself often delivers the greatest return ➡️ How to build wealth that creates freedom, family, and legacy If you're ready to think differently about money and create lasting financial freedom, this conversation is one you won't want to miss. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Garrett Gunderson: Website: https://garrettgunderson.com/ Grab Garrett's Money Unmasked and other bestselling books: https://garrettgunderson.com/product/money-unmasked/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/garrettbgunderson/ DM "Tax Navigator" (and mention Rudi ) on Instagram to receive Garrett's free Tax Navigator checklist. Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

What if the people around you are affecting your energy more than you realize? In this spiritually expansive episode, Rudi Riekstins explores the power of energetic awareness, protection, and personal sovereignty. Drawing from his own experiences and daily practices, he shares how our energy interacts with the people, environments, and situations around us—and why learning to protect it can transform the way we move through life. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ➡️ Why you are an energetic being—and why it matters ➡️ How other people’s energy can affect your wellbeing ➡️ What energetic cords are and how they influence relationships ➡️ Why some interactions leave you feeling exhausted ➡️ How to create energetic boundaries and protect your peace ➡️ The practice of using clear, bright white light for energy protection ➡️ How Archangel Michael can be called upon for guidance and support ➡️ Why cutting energetic cords helps you reclaim your energy ➡️ Simple daily rituals to stay grounded, centered, and empowered If you've ever felt overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or affected by the energy of others, this episode offers practical spiritual tools to help you protect your energy and reconnect with your own power. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

What if the answers you’re searching for aren’t found by pushing harder—but by paying attention to what you’re sensing? In this heartfelt episode, Rudi Riekstins is joined by his wife, Anniston Riekstins, for a deeply personal conversation about intuition, alignment, and learning to move with life instead of against it. Through the story of their family’s move to Montana, they share how trusting inner guidance creates more peace, clarity, and synchronicity. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ➡️ What it means to live in alignment and flow ➡️ How to recognize resistance as feedback, not failure ➡️ Why your body often knows before your mind does ➡️ How to trust intuitive nudges and signs ➡️ Why synchronicity increases when you stop forcing outcomes ➡️ Practical ways to make decisions from peace instead of fear If you've been feeling a shift in your life or wondering whether you can trust what you're sensing, this conversation will remind you that the guidance you need is already within you. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/ Connect with Anniston: Website: https://www.annistonriekstins.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/annistonblairriekstins/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@annistonblairriekstins

What if the challenges you're facing today... aren't really about today at all? In this deeply reflective and transformative episode, Rudi Riekstins explores how childhood experiences shape the way we think, feel, lead, and navigate life as adults. Through a powerful story from his daughter's graduation and insights from years of coaching high-performing leaders, Rudi reveals how unresolved emotional patterns from the past continue to influence our relationships, careers, finances, and sense of fulfillment. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ➡️ How childhood experiences create the lens through which you view your life ➡️ Why many adult struggles are rooted in unresolved emotional patterns ➡️ The connection between your current triggers and your earliest experiences ➡️ How your brain reinforces the beliefs you formed as a child ➡️ Why high achievers often repeat the same emotional cycles throughout life ➡️ How changing your perspective can transform your results ➡️ The first steps to breaking free from the stories that no longer serve you If you've ever felt stuck in the same patterns despite your growth and success, this episode will help you uncover what's really driving them—and how to create a new path forward. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Book a call to learn more about the Elevated Leadership Program ( 4-Month Self-Leadership Program ): https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=19680079&appointmentType=21157766 Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/

What if the missing piece in leadership, success, and fulfillment isn’t another strategy—but your willingness to feel? In this deeply insightful conversation, Rudi Riekstins and Randy Lyman explore why so many high achievers reach success yet still feel unfulfilled—and how unresolved emotional patterns may be the invisible force standing between achievement and true fulfillment. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ➡️ Why emotional awareness is a leadership superpower ➡️ How suppressing emotions impacts success, relationships, and performance ➡️ The difference between motivating through fear and inspiring through connection ➡️ Why vulnerability builds trust and stronger teams ➡️ How emotional clarity creates mental clarity ➡️ Simple practices to begin your emotional growth journey ➡️ Why authentic leadership starts with self-awareness If you’ve built success but still feel like something is missing, this conversation will challenge you to look beyond achievement and discover the power of emotional alignment. About Rudi Riekstins Rudi Riekstins is a Transformational Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Mentor to high performers, conscious entrepreneurs, and leaders. Known as “the leader that leaders call when it’s time to evolve,” Rudi helps clients reclaim inner authority, align with their highest frequency, and lead from presence — not pressure. Named a Top 5 Coach by Thrive Global and recognized by USA Today for “Changing How We Do Business.” Connect with Randy Lyman: Website: https://randylyman.com/ Grab your copy of The Third Element: https://randylyman.com/the-third-element-book-order-page/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamrandylyman/ Connect with Rudi: Website: https://rudiriekstins.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/rudiriekstins/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/RudiRiekstins YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudiriekstins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudi-riekstins/