Mindful Agent

I want to talk about something that comes up every January, and honestly, something I’ve stopped buying into over the years. New Year’s resolutions.
 
Not because growth doesn’t matter. It does. But because tying real change to a calendar date quietly gives us permission to wait. And waiting is usually where momentum dies.
 
In this episode of The Mindful Agent, I share why I don’t set goals the way most people do, and what’s actually helped me create lasting change in my health, my business, and my mindset. This isn’t about motivation. It’s about identity, decision, and standards you live by every day.
 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
Why waiting until you feel ready keeps you stuck
The difference between goals and standards, and why standards last
How fear disguises itself as procrastination
Why clarity comes from decision, not overplanning
How to move forward even when discomfort is guaranteed
The shift for me happened when I stopped asking, “What do I want to achieve?” and started asking, “Who do I refuse not to be anymore?” That one question changes everything.
 
This conversation applies whether you are building a real estate career, growing a business, or simply trying to become healthier and more aligned in your life. The moment you decide is the moment things actually begin to move.
 
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Links Mentioned:
Be Here Now by Ram Dass
A foundational book on mindfulness, presence, and awareness that explores how stepping out of ego and into observation creates clarity and freedom.
https://www.amazon.com/Be-Here-Now-Ram-Dass/dp/0517543052
 
Timestamps:
0:01 – Why I Don’t Believe in New Year’s Resolutions
0:40 – How Real Change Actually Happens
1:31 – You’ll Never Feel Ready (And That’s Okay)
2:16 – Fear Isn’t the Problem, Avoiding It Is
2:27 – Letting Love Lead Instead of Fear
2:54 – Why Fixating on Goals Makes Life Brittle
3:35 – Living in Neutrality and Self-Awareness
4:03 – Don’t Set Goals, Set Standards
4:30 – Identity Over Motivation
4:40 – The Moment You Decide, Everything Changes
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Real estate isn’t just about deals, doors, or dollar signs — it’s about who you become while you’re building it. In this episode of The Mindful Agent, I sit down with my friend and fellow entrepreneur, Cory Jacobson, for a conversation that blends mindset, partnership, house-hacking, growth, fitness, and the realities of building a business from the ground up.
 
Cory’s story is one that so many agents, investors, and new entrepreneurs will relate to — starting with roommates in a two-bedroom house, learning from mistakes, navigating fear, and slowly stacking wins until everything compounds. What makes his perspective powerful is how grounded it is: no hype, no shortcuts, just discipline, clarity, and a willingness to take the next step even when it’s uncomfortable.
 
We talk about the moves that matter — the small ones you make daily that quietly transform you into someone who can handle bigger opportunities later. And we talk about the moments where most people quit, and why those moments are actually the doorway into your next level.
In This Episode, We Cover
How Cory went from renting rooms to owning multiple properties
The power of starting small and taking imperfect action
Why fear, doubt, and discomfort are signs you’re on the right path
How social media can amplify your business when used with purpose
What every new agent or investor should focus on in their first 12 months
If you’re an agent or investor trying to build wealth, grow your business, create more peace, or simply build a life you’re proud of, this conversation is one you’ll feel in your bones.
 
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Links Mentioned:
1. Be Here Now — Ram Dass
Mentioned as a foundational mindset book that influenced Michael’s approach to stress, clarity, and presence. https://amzn.to/3RrZn8H
2. 75 Hard — Andy Frisella (Concept)
Referenced during Cory’s discussion about discipline, daily habits, and fitness. Overview: https://andyfrisella.com/pages/75hard-info
3. Blocking & Delegation Tools (App Mentioned: Monarch)
Cory references Monarch, a personal finance app he uses to track money and manage budgeting. https://www.monarchmoney.com/
4. Asana (Project Management Tool)
Cory uses Asana for task management and organizing his business workflow. https://asana.com/
5. BiggerPockets Podcast
Cory references Brandon Turner and David Greene from BiggerPockets, who appeared as early guests on his show and influenced his trajectory. https://www.biggerpockets.com/podcast
Timestamps:
00:00 — Meet Cory Jacobson
03:58 — How Cory Got Started in Real Estate
06:21 — The Power of Partnership
09:12 — Sharing Failures & Building Trust
11:24 — Why Most People Never Start
17:40 — Information vs. Action
22:05 — Conservative Investing & Protecting Capital
29:06 — The 48-Hour Phone Detox
32:24 — Balancing Work, Life & Seasons
36:37 — Fitness, Discipline & Mental Clarity
44:37 — Why Persistence Wins
50:48 — Closing Thoughts
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Cory Jacobson
WealthJuice
Referenced as the educational and content brand Cory runs with his partner Ryan. https://www.instagram.com/wealthjuicepod/

There’s a moment in every real estate career — and honestly, in every life — where you realize that reacting your way through the day is the fastest path to burnout. In this episode, I share the mindset shift that changed everything for me, inspired by a single line from Ram Dass's Be Here Now:
 
“You’re standing on a bridge watching yourself go by.”
 
It sounds poetic… until you actually try it. Then it becomes a blueprint for emotional freedom.
 
In real estate, where pressure comes from every angle — clients, deadlines, lenders, negotiations, expectations — learning how to step out of the river and onto the bridge may be the most valuable skill you ever build. Today, we break down exactly how to do it.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
Why your reactions feel so personal — and how to create space from them
How “the bridge” helps you make clearer, calmer decisions
Why top agents regulate themselves instead of reacting
A guided visualization to shift out of stress in seconds
How presence makes you more effective in business and in life
 
This episode is your reminder that you are not your stress, not your thoughts, and not your conditioning. You can watch it, understand it, and choose a better response.
 
That shift is where business excellence and personal well-being finally meet.
 
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Timestamps:
0:00 — The Stress-Reducing Mindset Shift
0:39 — The Ram Dass Lesson That Changes Everything
1:20 — Life on the Bridge vs. Life in the River
2:14 — How Awareness Creates Clarity
2:57 — Real Estate Stress & Daily Triggers
3:33 — Guided Bridge Visualization
4:34 — Returning to Presence & Choice
5:02 — Coaching & Next Steps
Links mentioned:
Be Here Now — Ram Dass
A foundational spiritual text that explores presence, awareness, and the separation between the “self” and the “observer.”
https://www.ramdass.org/be-here-now/
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Some of my favorite moments on The Mindful Agent are the ones that stop feeling like a podcast and start feeling like sitting on the couch with a friend. 
 
This episode with Paul Benedict — longtime realtor, yogi, teacher, and author — is exactly that. We talk about how meditation, breath, and yoga philosophy actually show up in real life: in business, in conflict, in burnout, and in those “I have no idea what to do next” moments.
 
If you’ve ever wanted more clarity, more calm, and more meaning in the middle of a busy career, this conversation is going to feel like an exhale.
 
What You’ll Learn
Why meditation isn’t “emptying your mind” — and what it really is
The Four Desires (purpose, play, basic needs, spiritual freedom) and how they show up in daily life
Simple breath work you can use in real estate, negotiations, and tough conversations
How clarity comes from knowing your purpose and just taking the next right step
 
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Timestamps:
00:14 Mindful Agent Intro
00:44 Meet Paul Benedict
02:06 Real Estate + Meditation Journey
04:48 Power of Breath
08:46 Morning Routine
14:34 Science of Positive Thinking
20:30 Yoga Philosophy
23:30 Sound Bowls
25:57 Understanding Clarity
29:26 Four Intentions of the Soul
35:36 Applying the Four Intentions
38:50 Quickfire Wisdom
44:13 Guided Practice
 
Links mentioned:
Books
A New Earth – Eckhart Tolle A widely influential book on ego, presence, and awakening. https://www.amazon.com/New-Earth-Awakening-Purpose-Selection/dp/0452289963
The Four Desires – Rod Stryker The foundational teaching behind Paul’s clarity workshop, rooted in yogic philosophy. https://www.amazon.com/Four-Desires-Creating-Purpose-Happiness/dp/0553386074
Ancient Wisdom for a New Age – Terry Hunt & Paul (co-author) Paul’s own book on spiritual growth and practical transformation. https://www.amazon.com/Ancient-Wisdom-New-Age-Practical/dp/1491760782
One Mind – Larry Dossey A deep exploration of collective consciousness and interconnectedness. https://www.amazon.com/One-Mind-Individual-Consciousness-Consciousness/dp/1401943772
Teachers & Thought Leaders
Dr. Joe Dispenza Known for bridging meditation, neuroscience, and behavior change. https://drjoedispenza.com
Rupert Sheldrake Biologist researching morphic resonance and collective consciousness. https://www.sheldrake.org
Masaru Emoto – The Hidden Messages in Water Experiments showing how intention and vibration influence water crystals. https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Messages-Water-Masaru-Emoto/dp/1582701148
Sam Harris – Waking Up (meditation + neuroscience) A secular approach to meditation and mindfulness. https://www.wakingup.com
Wayne Dyer Influential figure in spiritual self-development and mindset work. https://www.drwaynedyer.com
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What if your exhaustion isn’t a burden — but a blessing? What if being tired means you’re actually living the life you once wished for?
 
In this episode, Michael Coxen shares a deeply personal reflection on success, purpose, and perspective — a reminder that tiredness isn’t always something to fix; sometimes it’s something to honor. Between being a broker, coach, husband, and friend, Michael opens up about what it really means to live a “full” life — one filled with responsibility, trust, and opportunity.
 
This isn’t a pep talk. It’s a reset. A simple way to reframe fatigue as gratitude — to see your busy season not as burnout, but as proof that you’re doing the work you once dreamed of doing.
 
What You’ll Learn in This Video
The powerful difference between burnout and purposeful tiredness
How gratitude can shift pressure into perspective
A nightly exercise to reframe exhaustion into appreciation
Why “I have to” becomes more freeing when replaced with “I get to”
 
If you’re an agent, entrepreneur, or anyone striving for more — this message will remind you that the life making you tired is often the one you built. And that’s worth celebrating.
 
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:15 - The Paradox of Success
0:57 - When Life Feels Full
1:40 - Burnout vs Purposeful Tiredness
2:05 - From “Have To” to “Get To”
2:25 - Gratitude as a Reset
2:40 - The Journaling Exercise
3:25 - Noticing What Drains You
3:50 - Choosing Where Your Energy Goes
4:10 - A Moment of Reflection
4:25 - Success Starts Within
4:55 - Outro
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You ever walk into a room and just feel something’s off — even if you can’t explain why? That’s the kind of energy we’re talking about today.
 
In this episode, I sit down with Kate Swick, a Feng Shui practitioner, astrologer, and intuitive coach who’s helping people turn their homes and workspaces into environments that actually support who they are. Kate shares her journey from running luxury spas here in Las Vegas to building a life and business centered on intuition, balance, and mindful design.
 
We talk about how your space mirrors your mindset — from clutter and lighting to art and energy flow — and why small shifts (like moving a piece of furniture or cleaning your windows) can create huge changes in how you work, feel, and show up.
 
Here’s what you’ll learn:
How Feng Shui and mindfulness connect to productivity and emotional balance
Why your environment often mirrors your goals (or blocks them)
Easy ways to refresh energy in your home or office — no renovation required
How astrology can help you recognize the right moments for change
 
This isn’t just about décor or superstition. It’s about learning to listen — to your environment, your instincts, and the moments when it’s time to pivot. 
 
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Timestamps:
00:46 Meet Kate Wick
02:23 Her Journey into Feng Shui & Astrology
05:40 Vision Boards & Home Energy
09:25 Feng Shui Tips for Home & Office
14:51 Designing Intentional Spaces
20:48 Feng Shui in Real Estate
38:21 The T-Junction House Story
40:07 Astrology + Feng Shui
40:58 Embracing Your True Self
42:01 Astrology as Therapy
47:05 Astrology in Business
53:58 Feng Shui for Agents
01:03:18 Grounding Rituals
01:04:57 Quickfire Wisdom
01:10:21 Mindful Reflection
 
Links mentioned:
 
Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson, M.D. A timeless business parable about adapting to change and embracing uncertainty — one of Kate’s favorite reads on personal growth and resilience. 🔗 https://www.amazon.com/Who-Moved-My-Cheese-Spencer/dp/0399144463
The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton A classic coming-of-age story about belonging and perspective. Kate mentioned it as a reminder to value individuality and differences. 🔗 https://www.amazon.com/Outsiders-S-Hinton/dp/014240733X
Feng Shui The ancient Chinese practice of arranging your environment to promote harmony, balance, and success — the central theme of this conversation. 🔗 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feng_shui
Astrology The study of planetary influence on personality and timing. Kate explains how understanding your chart can guide big life and business decisions. 🔗 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astrology
Tarot Reading A tool for self-reflection and intuition. Kate discusses how tarot can help identify patterns and affirm your instincts during times of change. 🔗 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tarot
James Van Praagh Psychic medium and author known for his teachings on energy, visualization, and spiritual cleansing — referenced in the episode’s discussion on rituals. 🔗 https://www.vanpraagh.com
Queer Eye The hit Netflix series cited for a moment that perfectly illustrates Feng Shui principles — making room for new energy and connection. 🔗 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queer_Eye
Steve Wynn Las Vegas developer recognized for incorporating Feng Shui principles into luxury resorts like the Wynn and Mirage — showing energy flow at scale. 🔗 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Wynn
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There’s a moment every one of us faces in business and in life—the choice between holding back because of fear, or stepping forward even when our stomach is in knots. In this episode of The Mindful Agent, I open up about how I’ve learned to stop waiting until I felt “ready” and instead build confidence by doing the very thing I thought I couldn’t.
 
The truth is, action reshapes identity. Every phone call, every presentation, every risk we step into becomes proof that we’re more capable than our doubts suggest. And when we start collecting those small wins, we not only grow our business—we grow ourselves.
 
What you’ll learn in this episode:
Why “I can’t” is often just a shield we use to avoid discomfort—and how to break through it.
Why confidence doesn’t come before the action, but is actually built in the act of doing.
Simple steps I’ve used to lean into action even when my nerves told me to hold back.
How consistent effort in real estate creates not just results, but a stronger sense of who you are.
How to see resistance and nerves as signs you’re exactly where you need to be.
Each time we step forward into the work we’ve been avoiding, we prove to ourselves that we’re stronger, braver, and more capable than we imagined. And that’s why—at the end of the day—there really is nothing better than just doing it.
 
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro
00:44 – The Voice of “I Can’t”
01:17 – Growth Through Doing Hard Things
02:35 – Real Estate Examples of Fear
03:38 – Practical Steps to Take Action
04:36 – Guided Mindfulness Exercise
05:36 – Closing Reflections & Coaching Teaser
06:14 – Outro
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Success in real estate and success on the golf course share the same foundation—discipline, mindset, and resilience. In this episode of The Mindful Agent, I sit down with Brandon Bauman, a former professional golfer turned coach and entrepreneur, to explore how the lessons he’s learned in golf carry over into business and life.
 
Brandon’s story is inspiring, going from chasing the dream of professional golf to coaching some of the best players in Las Vegas, all while building a business grounded in process, presence, and daily habits. His wisdom is a reminder that growth isn’t about chasing outcomes, it’s about showing up with intention every single day.
 
What you’ll learn in this episode:
How to build confidence by focusing on process, not results
Why failure and rejection are essential teachers in growth
The routines that keep Brandon grounded and consistent
How to surround yourself with mentors and peers who lift you up
Why mindset separates those who give up from those who grow
This conversation left me reflecting on how discipline creates freedom—whether you’re playing golf, building a business, or navigating the ups and downs of life.
 
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro
02:15 – Guest’s Journey & Background
06:48 – Transition Into Coaching
08:00 – Big West Player of the Year
09:23 – Confidence in Golf & Real Estate
11:13 – Mental Preparation & Pressure
17:59 – Daily Routines & Preparation
21:58 – Writing Goals on the Mirror
24:57 – Spotting and Fixing Bad Habits
28:18 – Mentorship & Surrounding Yourself with the Right People
32:03 – Giving Back & Community Involvement
33:05 – Goals for Business and Coaching
34:22 – Why Coaching Brings Joy
36:53 – Spiritual Practice & Finding Faith
40:30 – Final Advice: Don’t Be Afraid to Try
41:08 – Quickfire Wisdom
43:38 – Outro
Links mentioned:
Plain Truth for Golfers by Jim Hardy • Mentioned by Brandon as a book that shaped his perspective on golf. • Amazon link
Faith & Spiritual Practice • Brandon shared how he and his fiancée found faith and became part of City Light Church Las Vegas. • City Light Church Las Vegas
Swing Analysis App (Tool) • Brandon uses a swing analysis app to record golf swings in slow motion, draw lines, and coach with precision. • Hudl Technique Golf Swing Analyzer (App Store)
Community Engagement (Concept) • Brandon highlighted supporting mental health awareness and junior golf charities through his platform. • NAMI – National Alliance on Mental Illness • First Tee – Youth Golf Development Charity
 
Brandon Bauman’s Socials:
 
https://www.instagram.com/coach_bauman/?hl=en
 
https://www.youtube.com/@Coach_Bauman
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Too many agents spend their energy worrying about interest rates, the economy, or the market—but none of that sells a home or serves a client. In this episode of The Mindful Agent, I share why I’ve stopped letting fear and uncertainty run the show, and how I’ve found joy in the grind instead.
Real growth isn’t found in the big closings or the applause. It’s in the phone calls, the follow-ups, the open house signs—it’s in the daily process that shapes who we are.
 
What you’ll learn in this episode:• How to stop fixating on what you can’t control (like the market)• Why the daily grind is where true growth happens• Practical ways to bring mindfulness into everyday tasks• How presence and consistency create long-term freedom• Why joy doesn’t come at the end of the deal—it’s available now
When we start treating the grind as the gift, we stop postponing joy for someday—and start living it today.
 
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:35 - Worry doesn’t sell a home
02:00 - Happiness is not a destination
02:38 - Scottie Scheffler
03:34 - Joy is in the process
04:10 - Practical steps
05:16 - Outro
 
Links mentioned:
Scottie Scheffler (Professional Golfer) • Referenced in the context of how fleeting victory can feel. He shared that winning a tournament only brings joy for a few minutes before life moves on, highlighting that true fulfillment comes from the process, not the trophy. • Pre-British Open Press Conference Coverage
Mindfulness (Concept) • Central theme of the episode, framed as bringing presence into ordinary, daily real estate tasks. • Mindful.org – Resource on Mindfulness
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In this episode of The Mindful Agent, I sit down with Lisa Nelsen, communication strategist, nonprofit leader, and founder of The Effort Gap for a conversation about what really bridges the space between knowing and doing.
 
Lisa’s journey through corporate marketing, entrepreneurship, and nonprofit leadership led her to create The Effort Gap, a framework that helps people close the distance between awareness and action through clarity of mind, self-leadership, and human connection.
 
We explore:
Why perfect clarity isn’t the goal—and how to move forward without it
The Effort Gap: the space between knowing better and doing better
How to reframe self-doubt so it pushes you instead of paralyzing you
Why loneliness is rising (and what to do about it)
How self-leadership helps agents, entrepreneurs, and anyone lead themselves through uncertainty
This conversation reminded me that real growth whether in real estate, business, or life doesn’t come from more information. It comes from learning to lead ourselves, connect deeply, and take mindful action in the moment.
 
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
02:30 - The Effort Gap
05:32 - Defining Morality
08:30 - Steps to closing the gap
12:41 - Self-leadership
21:12 - Overwhelm & Bridging the gap
30:15 -  Real estate is an emotional process
34:07 - Scripts vs Using your heart
37:52 - The golden mean
41:50 - You require connection
44:20 - Quick fire wisdom
46:33 - Outro
Links mentioned:
Nicomachean Ethics by Aristotle • Lisa referred to it as her “Bible” for personal growth. • Amazon link
Meditations by Marcus Aurelius • Noted as a tough read, but she had gone through it. • Amazon link
Stillness Is the Key by Ryan Holiday • Explicitly recommended, along with his other works. • Amazon link
 
The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan & Benjamin Hardy • Discussed as a guest recommendation, with Lisa actively reading it. • Amazon link
 
Google Calendar • Lisa described it as her go-to productivity tool, simple but reliable. • Google Calendar
 
The Effort Gap (Concept)
Defined as the space between insight and action—choosing intention over autopilot and depth over quick performance.
effortgap.com/about/
Aristotle on Morality
https://www.britannica.com/topic/moral-virtue
 
Lise Nelsen’s Socials:
 
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/lisacoruzzi/?hl=en 
 
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisacoruzzi/
 
The Effort Gap
https://effortgap.com/about/
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