Being an Everyday Hero with Brett Culp

Most of our popular stories follow a pattern called "The Hero's Journey".  You can begin to see your own life more heroically by making the choice go on this kind of personal adventure every day. I chatted about the challenges of the journey with Matthew P. Winkler, author of the TED-Ed video "What Makes a Hero?" and the new book "Mentoring Teenage Heroes". Recorded at Hero Round Table in Brighton, Michigan. The post Episode 24 | What Makes a Hero? appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

Continued discussion with Ed Culp about building authentic, community-focused environments in your career and personal life. The post Episode 23 | The Power of Community, Part 2 appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

In your career and personal life, relationships are your greatest opportunity for growth.  Real, lasting change happens in open, safe communities where people support each other.  This episode's interview is focused on community-building principles that will help you make a positive impact in your own life - and in the world - by building deeper connections within any group of people. The post Episode 22 | The Power of Community, Part 1 appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

Some challenges go on for a very long time.  And certain difficulties are with you for your entire life.  In this episode, I welcome my wife Tricia to tell the story of her long-term health challenges.  She shares incredible perspectives on protecting your identity and maintaining your mental and emotional balance during long-term struggles. Read Tricia's blog:  www.MySoulScripts.com The post Episode 21 | When the Big Problem Never Seems to End appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

There is incredible beauty within the people, experiences, and ordinary things that are part of your life each day.  When you become aware of it, you begin to see the world - and yourself - in an extraordinary way. The post Episode 20 | The $80 Million Pair of Shoes appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

Ask yourself this question regularly.  It will clarify your vision and affirm your heart. The post Episode 19 | Who Did I Help Today? appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

To experience positive change, you will need to leave some things behind.  This episode will inspire you to think about the choices that might be holding you back. The post Episode 18 | Burn the Boats appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

The universe is expanding, faster than scientists believed even a few years ago.  Each of us can allow our hearts to live within this same open, growing reality, seeing the possibilities for change and beauty. The post Episode 17 | Choosing to Expand the Universe appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

If your ideas are special, you will be misunderstood, criticized, and sometimes you will feel alone. But don't give up your long-term vision.  Pursue your legacy. The post Episode 16 | Galileo and the Triumph of Time appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

We all live in cultures that become comfortable for us, but to experience growth we must be willing to welcome new people.  This episode is focused on practical ways of building communities that are open to strangers and extend kindness to everyone. The post Episode 15 | Never a Stranger appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

For the past 15 years, Susan Eisenberg has been the voice of Wonder Woman in animation, video games, and more.  With so much experience living inside the heart of this character, Susan has some inspiring thoughts and stories about bringing the heroic spirit of Wonder Woman into your everyday life.  Great Hera! The post Episode 14 | Interview with Wonder Woman appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

Heroic perspectives on caring for your heart, pursuing passion projects, and the importance of staying engaged in the relationships that mean the most.  A Q&A chat based on messages from listeners. The post Episode 13 | Discussing Your Questions, part 1 appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

One of my recent Facebook posts got 55,000 shares and 120,000 likes!  But it also created some controversy.  This episode shares lessons from that experience that will change your perspective on social media and how you communicate ideas with the world. The post Episode 12 | Beyond Viral appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

I'm directing A Voice That Carries, a documentary film that will empower fathers to be a positive influence in their daughter’s lives.  I chatted with Dr. Melissa Miller who shares practical ideas for helping your daughter build a positive body image, and we discuss the vision for this exciting new project. The post Episode 11 | A Voice That Carries – with Melissa Miller appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

Most superheroes have a secret identity.  This episode shares insights for finding your most powerful self.  It starts with accepting new truths and embracing an expansive version of yourself that is bigger than words or labels. The post Episode 10 | Your Secret Identity appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

Sometimes, we disconnect from each other because we are afraid.  To keep ourselves emotionally safe, we build stories in our minds that create outrage, leave people out, and keep us separated.  The secret to working through our personal fears is often choosing to see life with more compassion and kindness.  I welcome my first guest to discuss this important idea. The post Episode 9 | Overcome Fear with Compassion appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

We often use the word HOPE, but what does it mean?  And why is it essential to our ability to create positive change?  Explore how our feelings about hope are at the core of everything we do. The post Episode 8 | Hope is Magic appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

As you pursue big dreams, there will be tasks you find boring and mundane.  By shifting your outlook, they can actually become opportunities that move you closer to your goals.  And, in the process, you will contribute to the lives of others. The post Episode 7 | It’s All Important appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

When you are feeling lost or confused, re-connect to the moments where you felt most alive, the places that inspired you in the past.  Learn more about how experiences from the past can become fuel for the future. The post Episode 6 | Go Back to the Beginning appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.

Sometimes we become so focused on the mission at hand that we forget the most important long-term goal: building relationship.  By nurturing a spirit of listening and openness, we can create a community that generates more impact than a single project. The post Episode 5 | Seek Connection Before Solution appeared first on The Rising Heroes Project.