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Do you get angry a lot? Are you in pain? How are we as humans supposed to deal with these things? That is why Rusty Pang is here on the podcast this week. Listen to this episode to hear what Rusty has to say about anger and how to deal with pain. 

Rusty Pang is an author, speaker, and military instructor. He currently works for the Navy, but runs a coaching business during his off hours. He enjoys helping others become the best version of themselves.

Show Highlights:

• A little bit about Rusty Pang
• How we discover who we are
• Three components that a lot of successful people have
• What to do when you are feeling angry or frustrated 
• Why it’s important to deal with pain
• How to deal with anger 
• Long-term effects of anger
• How to get out of a mental “pit”
• How much of your personality are you born with and how much of it is developed over time

Resources:

Why We Snap by Douglas Fields 

Entrepurpose by Rusty Pang 

Are you starting a business or thinking about starting a business, but still have some questions? Michael McIntyre and Jon Fuller are here to help! These two brilliant businessmen are discussing question asked by fellow listeners and giving tips about starting a business. Tune into today’s episode to hear more about Are You Real Business. 

Show Highlights:

• A little bit about Michael McIntyre 
• Things that most business owners need to know 
• Recommendations for starting your business 
• Thing that Michael and Jon would do differently in their businesses 
• Mistakes the Michael made in his early business days 
• Tips on loaning/giving money 
• What are Mastermind groups?
• How to use social media to market your business 
• The hardest obstacles in business these two men have faced so far 
• Things Michaels wishes he could do with his business
• Is it better to grow your business bigger, or keep it small?
• How you glorify God with your money 

Resources:

Michael McIntyre 

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This week, let’s do something just a little bit different. For those of you who have been hanging out with the “Are You Real” podcast since the beginning, you might be familiar with a man by the name of Any Dietz. Andy first appeared on Episode 7, and he was able to share his heart for the nations and the way God has called him to live outside of his comfort zone. Andy’s passion for international missions is far reaching. He’s been to 43 different countries, and that has opened his eyes to God’s blessing for us here in the States.

But God’s purpose for Andy is bigger than just his heart for missions. Last time we talked, I promised that we would get some more details about a crazy situation that happened one night in Budapest. Andy survived a kidnapping, but the grace of God. It is an incredible story of survival, strength, and faith that he writes about in his book Kidnapped in Budapest. I can’t wait for you to hear more.

• Experiencing gratitude from travels around the world.
• How different cultures bring about new perspectives.
• Spiritual impact of salvation through a kid to the leader of a nation!
• Andy walks us through the story of his abduction.
• Getting tangled with the Mafia.
• The support on the home front in prayer and provision.
• Psalm 121:7
• Kidnapping and chaos are both used to bring people closer to God.
• Andy’s call to find your specific purpose.

Links

http://andydietz.net/

Contact Andy with questions and comments at:

kidnap98@gmail.com

Kidnapped in Budapest is available to order. Visit Andy’s website for a signed copy!

When did you first know what God had planned for your life? Has that moment happened yet? Once you begin to follow the path that God has for you, it is not always a straight shot. Sometimes, like in Jaime Mailhot’s case, you have to go through difficult times so that God can shape and mold you into what he needs you to be. Listen to episode 55 of Are You Real to hear all about Jaime’s incredible journey. 

Jamie Mailhot is a Christian Author, Life-Coach, and Visionary.  His passion and calling is to help Christians make the most of the lives that God has entrusted them with and helping the Body of Christ reach its full potential and connect more effectively.  He is the Author of Epic Christianity – A 7-day journey to discover your purpose, ignite your vision, and empower your life.  But his greatest accomplishments are being a great husband and dad to his wife and 3 kids, and continually keeping his commitment to follow God’s plan for His life.

Show Highlights:

• Jaime’s journey to living for God 
• When Jaime realized what he was created 
• Why Jaime went into ministry 
• The hard times Jaime went through on the path he took to get where he is now
• What Jaime did to get through difficult times and still follow the Lord’s will for him
• The path that led Jaime to write his book
• How Jaime’s past molded his future 
• How we can stay focused on the Lord and his plan for us
• What Jaime does to help him stay focused on God’s plan for him
• What would Jaime tell his younger self?

Resources:

Epic Christianity by Jamie Mailhot 

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Steven R. Covey 

The Dream Giver by Bruce Wilkinson

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What path does the Lord have you on currently? How do you know if this is what God has planned for you? These are all amazing questions that can be answered by looking into and listening to God’s Word. In today’s podcast, Jon is teaching from Psalm 119:105, about how God’s word is a lamp and a light, but you have to allow Him to show you the way. 

What you'll hear in this episode:

• How God used Jon’s wife to show him that he was wrong 
• What other people can show you about yourself and how 
• Is your sin worth what you are going through?
• How Jesus is like a lamp 
• The choice you have to make when it comes to being a light in the darkness
• How you can apply the Gospel to your life
• Do you struggle with jealousy?
• Have you found your path?
• The story of the start of Are You Real Podcast
• How you can allow the Lord to take you from good to great

Resources:

Are You Real 

Do you ever feel, in one moment, that God is truly talking to you? That God tells you what you were created to do? What would you do in that moment? Today we are talking with Chad Johnson who is going to share his story of highs and lows. Listen in to hear more about Chad and his path to the Lord. 

Chad Johnson had a successful career in Christian music. Things were going along great as long as he didn’t acknowledge the mess his life was in. One day he couldn’t look beyond it any longer and he surrendered to God’s call on his life. It was risky and it was scary. God gave him clear instructions and he’s doing all he can to carry them out. He’s a speaker that has been to every continent and he is on a mission to prepare Christians for a life of risk. What if you risked it all to love your neighbor or follow Christ? Find out what where this ride ends!

What you'll hear in this episode:

• Chad’s emotional story 
• What happened to Chad’s love for God as he grew older
• 4 instructions the Chad feels the Lord gave him
• Artists Chad has worked with 
• The low points in Chad’s life
• What Chad did when he realized what God created him to do
• What Chad feels are his biggest strengths
• What Chad feels are his biggest weaknesses 
• Awesome/awkward stories from Chad 
• What Chad would tell his younger self 

Resources:

Tooth and Nail Records 

One Thousand Gifts by Anne Voskamp 

Don’t Waste Your Life by John Piper

The Irresistible Revolution by Shane Claiborne 

The Last Reformation - YouTube

Chad is Living 

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My guest today is Terrence Scott, who is originally from Texas, but ended up in Missouri after pursuing football and a business degree in college. In the perfect combination of his passions, Terrence coaches football and basketball in Joplin, Missouri, while serving as worship leader at his church. Join us for more of Terrence’s story about how he serves the Lord through singing, writing, and producing worship music.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• How Terrence turns to Romans 8:28 for strength, because “it reminds me of God’s love, goodness, and purpose for me”
• Terrence’s beginnings in music, football, and worship
• How God has grown Terrence’s passion for writing music
• Use the gifts you have and take the first step
• The power of a seed---even when the outcome is unknown
• What Terrence is learning about valuing people, communication, and the leading of the Holy Spirit
• A heart to serve, empower, and inspire people through music
• Living a sincere life that preaches the gospel
• Terrence’s biggest strength: to inspire, encourage, and sing
• The weakness inside his strength: communication and paying attention to small things
• What God is stirring now? “To know Him in a deeper way and do what He’s called me to do”
• A daily habit that contributes to his walk with Jesus? “Reading, studying, and praying every day”
• A recent book? The Richest Man Who Ever Lived by Steven K. Scott and Mentored by a Millionaire by Steven K. Scott
• Terrence’s advice to his younger self: “Start earlier. Don’t wait and don’t procrastinate. Believe in yourself and take a leap of faith.”
• Terrence’s parting advice: “Whatever’s in you that you constantly think about---you should do it. Go for your dreams.”

Resources:

The Richest Man Who Ever Lived by Steven K. Scott

Mentored by a Millionaire by Steven K. Scott

Find Terrence on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Youtube

Email Terrence: terrencescott@mail.com

Would you like to leave this world one day, knowing that you were really here? This is how today's guest, Matt Le, feels about his life. Not for his own benefit, but for the name of Jesus Christ. He loves everything about making people feel better, adding value to their lives and shifting their way of thinking. In fact, he'd like to dedicate his whole life to doing that the best way that he can. Listen in to find out about what he does.

Matt is an innovative entrepreneur in Motivational Speaking from Amarillo, Texas. He's the founder of Allergic To Average, a movement and a brand that grew out of his deep passion for empowering others to pursue their best selves and maximum potential. He's twenty four years old and he's been married to his high school sweetheart for five years. Listen in now to find out more about Matt and his way of empowering people.

Today, Matt talks to Jon about:

• An inspirational scripture that he's lived by for the last two years- Romans 12:2, about a new way of thinking.

• His journey- starting his brand Allergic To Average, who they deal with, what they focus on and why people love it.

• What the message that he shares through Allergic To Average looks like.

• What it really takes to be successful in business.

• How he reached his lowest point in his life and how God helped him to find his way back.

• Really believing in and trusting God.

• His biggest strength in the work he does with people.

•Consistency is key, however, it's hard to remain consistent.

•The biggest thing that God is stirring inside of him right now.

• Awakening the average to a new way of thinking.

• Co-creating - something that he's starting to promote a little more, with his brand.

•A book that Matt recommends- How To Think Like Einstein by Scott Thorpe.

•The advice that he'd give to a younger version of himself.

Welcome to the first edition of the new Are You Real Success Series! This segment of shows will feature Jody Holland and The Psyche of Success. Today is a different kind of episode as Jon gets together with his buddy, Jody Holland and they talk about some of the most important aspects of their life. They talk about success, both in their relationships, their families, and their businesses. They also discuss some lessons they learned along the way. Are You Real is branching out to give you some different types of content to help you in every aspect of your life. You’ll see more Psyche of Success Shows in the future!

Show Highlights:

• How to use your God-given gifts and talents to grow your business.
• What Jon feels like it means to love his wife the right way.
• Jon’s tip for married men to get more sex.
• Reframing the situation when you have conflict in your marriage.
• Jody’s measure of success - turns out it was a load of crap!
• Do what you love and the money will follow.
• How Jody overcomes the self-doubt.
• Jody’s secret sauce for success - stay within your gifts.
• How Jody overcomes the blues with a secret tactic in Barnes and Noble!
• Find out what keeps Jon and Jody awake at night.
• Faith, Family, Fitness, Finances, and Fun - how you can have more in your life.
• Learn about Jody’s marbles and goal setting!
• Find out what has made the biggest impact on Jon and Jody and their success in life and work.
• We are who we are and where we are because we have chosen to be here. 
• If you want to be someone else and somewhere else, it’s just a matter of making different choices.
• Whatever you want to be great at, do it regularly. 
• Why Jody did over 500 free Key Note speeches before he ever got paid for one.

Have you ever felt very successful and then everything falls apart? Maybe at the time, God was using this to grow your faith and trust in Him but you didn't realize it. That is exactly what God did for business-man Pete Sanchez. Listen to today’s episode to hear more about Pete and what God has done in his life. 

Show Highlights:

• How the things Pete did as a child built a strong foundation for him now 
• How a friend’s persistence helped Pete grow closer to God
• What happened to Pete when he became successful, then “crashed”
• What had to happen for Pete to realize that he needed God 
• When did Pete find what he felt he was created to do 
• How you can minister in business 
• How has the gospel changed Pete’s business perspective?
• Key points Pete found in the book of Acts
• What Pete would tell his younger self 

Resources:

How To Win Friends And Influence People by Dale Carnegie

Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki