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How NOT to Set Goals for 2025
You’ve heard it before: SMART goals—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-Bound. The ultimate recipe for success, right? Wrong. Let me be blunt: Starting with SMART goals is like trying to build a house without a blueprint, like going on a journey without a map. Sure, you’ll end up with something—but it probably won’t be what you…
Read MoreDr. Lycka & Jennifer Perri On Her Battle with Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS)
Below is the transcript from the FAMOUS Dr. Al’s (Dr. Allen Lycka) interview with Jennifer Perri, on the How to Live A Fantastic Life Show, syndicated through Brushwood Media Network with seven million listeners a month. In this episode, Jennifer Perri and Dr. Lycka talk about her journey with Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS). From becoming almost completely…
Read MoreDr. Allen Lycka Selected as Top Best-Selling Author, Mentor, and Keynote Speaker of the Year by IAOTP
The President of the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP), Stephanie Cirami, stated: “Choosing Dr. Lycka for this honor was an easy decision for our panel to make. He is inspirational, influential, and a true visionary and thought leader. We cannot wait to meet him and celebrate his accomplishments at this year’s gala.”
Read MoreA Fantastic Living Expert Shares Nine Things He Never Does
As an MD, life and business coach, host, and executive producer of the “How to Live A Fantastic Life” podcast and syndicated radio show with 4,000,000 + listeners per episode, I’ve interviewed thousands of celebrities, VIPs, authors, television and movie luminaries, and ordinary folk — and I ask them all, “How Do You Live A…
Read MoreDid you know it’s Universal Human Rights Month?
Need ideas to think big? At a recent talk I gave at Harvard University for bLU Talks, I spoke on how to grow yourself and your business. I talked about thinking big, and sometimes that can be daunting when starting out. Start a blog Start a blog. It is a great way to grow. There is…
Read MoreLive Your Life With Purpose
Let’s talk about living with purpose. Did you miss it? It’s that time of the day, week, month, or year where we say things like: “Where has the time gone?” “It’s just about August, where has summer gone?” “We’ve only been out to the lake once this whole summer, how can this be?” However, it’s not just time. The…
Read MoreSummer Fun With the Family
The sun is out, and we want to enjoy the beautiful summer ahead of us! It is still important to practice social distancing to help stop the spread of COVID-19. But that doesn’t mean stay in your house all day. Let’s look at some fun activities you can do with your family while you enjoy the beautiful weather we are (rightfully!) in store for. …
Read MoreThe Ins and Outs of Empathy
I’d like to make an argument in favour of a more empathetic world. I believe if we understood the value of showing others empathy, the world would be much more prosperous for all. By understanding what empathy is, what it isn’t, and how it is beneficial to you, the world will shine a little brighter. And if everyone was more empathetic, humanity would see a much healthier world. What is Empathy? Empathy differs from…
Read MoreCelebrating Earth Day: The Wonders of Nature
April 22nd is National Earth Day in which we celebrate the only home we have ever known. This will be the first Earth Day where we are practicing social distancing, but it is important to look at the ways we can enjoy the outdoors and connect with nature. Increases Energy When I was younger and said I was tired or…
Read MoreTuning Your Self-Awareness
A flaw that many people have, but do not recognize they have, is self-awareness. This is not an indictment on anyone, our nature is to seek patterns and see ourselves as the “good guy.” Often, it is these two habits that lead to biases and poor self-awareness. As we practice self-isolation, this is a valuable opportunity to work on your own self-awareness. What is self-awareness As our teachers always told…
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