Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things

It's the Work on Me Weekend segment of the show!  Listen as Keri gives an actionable assignment you can do this weekend to help you learn how to try new things and find your passion.  When we can better understand who we are and communicate it to others, it creates a better understanding and relationship with ourselves and those around us.    

In episode 74 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, we are back with our Wednesday segment where I chat with psychologists and other experts on the science of personal growth. The month of March focuses on determination and features psychologist Brian Konijnenburg. This episode talks about how to get motivated.   You'll learn the psychology of human motivation, where it comes from and how you can get it. Learn more by listening to this episode.   Here are the two links that were mentioned in the show to learn more:   The Self-Determination Theory   Feminine vs Masculine Countries

In episode 73 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, I chat with Matthew Johns.  He was taught early on that the ability to network and follow through was what would make him successful in life.  As a lighting designer, he loves to blend the psychology with the technical to create a mood and a feeling for every event and performance.  Learn how he blends art, science, technology and professionalism to bring stories and events to life by listening to this episode. 

It's the Work on Me Weekend segment of the show!  Listen as Keri gives an actionable assignment you can do this weekend to help you articulate and describe who you are.  When we can better understand who we are and communicate it to others, it creates a better understanding and relationship with ourselves and those around us.    

  In episode 71 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, we are back with our Wednesday segment where I chat with psychologists and other experts on the science of personal growth. The month of February focuses on living in the present moment and features psychologist Shadya Karawi Name. This episode talks about increasing productivity by prioritizing in the moment. You'll learn why we must prioritize and how. Learn more by listening to this episode and learn more about Shadya here. 

In episode 70 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, I chat with Heather Schultz.  What started as a sore arm as a 12 year old began a long journey of health issues including multiple bouts of cancers and heartbreak.  For years, she just wanted to be normal and pushed her sickness aside.  But in her 40s, Heather started feeling the need to share her story in hopes to stop hiding her pain, connect with others who may have been through something similar and to show that having a positive mindset can get you through more than you could ever imagine.  Hear her story and learn how she is owning her truth and inspiring others to do the same by listening to this episode. 

In episode 69 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, I am adding another day to the show with a segment that will post every Friday where I give a personal growth lesson, thought or activity to do for your weekend.   I wanted to start this off with my own personal story of learning that treating yourself well first is the most important thing you can do. When #metoo went viral recently and many came out with stories of abuse, it made me realize that I too had a story I needed to share. This is not everyone's experience and is solely mine I needed to share for me. And so, this is my story of emotional abuse.   If it can help even one person understand what it is, how to recognize the signs, understand why to get out of relationships like these and to know that you're not alone, that you can live a beautiful life, then this episode has served its purpose. Listen to this episode and if you would like to contact me, please feel free to email me at keri.n.roberts@gmail.com.

  In episode 68 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, we are back with our Wednesday segment where I chat with psychologists and other experts on the science of personal growth. The month of February focuses on living in the present moment and features psychologist Shadya Karawi Name. This episode talks about surrendering after taking inspired action in your life. You'll learn how to find your values, to speak your truth and the difference between giving up and surrendering to open up to the possibilities. Learn more by listening to this episode!  

In episode 67 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, I do a very special interview where I chat with my Dad, Howard Roberts.  Although he experienced a lot of trauma in his childhood, he always questioned what would his life have been like if he had a normal childhood?  What would his capacity have been?  It is this question that has led him to constantly push himself to be a better person, dad, husband and entrepreneur.  Learn how his can do attitude, his ability to mix reality with goal setting, and how he encourages his kids to bring value in life has helped him to be an incredible dad and raise confident kids by listening to this episode.  I am so grateful to have two incredible parents.  If you have great parents too, please tell them thank you.  And if you don't, I hope this conversation will be what you need to hear. 

In episode 66 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, we are back with our Wednesday segment where I chat with psychologists and other experts on the science of personal growth. The month of February will focus on living in the present moment and features psychologist Shadya Karawi Name​. This episode focuses on letting go of anxiety, why it's important and how to do it. Learn more by listening to this episode!

In episode 65 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, I chat with Kevin Geist.  He always had a love for people and culture, but after college he chose a path that seemed like the logical, practical option. After so many years of feeling unfulfilled, his inner voice told him he needed to get back to his true self. Learn the steps he took to find a way to follow his passion for people and culture, teaching and making a life that suits him by listening to this episode. 

In episode 64 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, we are back with our Wednesday segment where I chat with psychologists and other experts on the science of personal growth. The month of February will focus on living in the present moment and features psychologist Shadya Karawi Name. This episode focuses on the importance of serendipity in our lives, what it is and how to make it more common in your life. Learn more by listening to this episode!   The EFT that was mentioned at the end of the episode: https://www.thetappingsolution.com/what-is-eft-tapping/ 

In episode 63 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, I chat with Kukuwa Kyereboah-Nuamah. Growing up in Ghana, Africa she was always dancing and playing outside.  When she moved to the US and being able to speak seven languages, she became a translator in the Washington, DC area, yet she was still teaching her African workout dance classes on the side.  Soon she was teaching one class a day which grew into seven classes a day.  Learn how she went from being a solopreneur to creating a full time living being a fitness business owner with instructors, certifications, retreats and more by listening to this episode.   

In episode 62 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, we are back with our Wednesday segment where I chat with psychologists and other experts on the science of personal growth. This month features positive psychologist Lisa Avery with this episode answering the question, why are relationships necessary for happiness and how do we cultivate great ones? Find out by listening to this episode! Learn more about Lisa's work here: http://workisvocation.com/  

In episode 61 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, I chat with Sonali Dutta. She grew up as a very shy kid who had trouble speaking up and meeting new people.  It wasn’t until she was challenged later on as a young teen, when she moved to a new school, did she have to teach herself how to meet new people on her own and find her own voice.  Learn how a young woman in India raised by a strong, confident mom, is challenging herself to speak up, network and teach others how to do the same by listening to this episode.

In episode 60 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, we are back with our Wednesday segment where I chat with psychologists and other experts on the science of personal growth.  This month features positive psychologist Lisa Avery with this episode answering the question, what's the difference between a job, a career and a calling?  Find out scientifically why it's important and more importantly HOW to find your calling/vocation to live your life in the most happy and fulfilling way. 

In episode 59 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, I chat with Laura Hedli. She grew up with a love for theater and the brain.  Always a learner, a creative and willing to go the extra mile to succeed.  From meeting the cast of the Broadway Show Wicked as a young teen representing her high school newspaper, to writing for some of the top NYC publications, to staring in her own one woman show, Laura always had intention and worked hard to make it happen.  Learn more by listening to this episode.

In episode 58 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, we are back with our Wednesday segment where I chat with psychologists and other experts on the science of personal growth.  This month features positive psychologist Lisa Avery with this episode answering the question, how do I articulate my emotions and is it possible to be happy all the time?  Lisa will talk about how to recognize, label and express your emotions and the importance of journaling to reach a happier state of mind.  Enjoy this interesting and informative conversation and be sure to check out some of the things mentioned in the show: Discovering Your Best Possible Self Exercise The Broaden and Build Theory of Positive Emotions VIA Character Strengths Survey

In episode 57 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things, I chat with Phil Coudoux. He grew up in France and always enjoyed being active.  When he moved to the US, he started living a more sedentary lifestyle which lead to a life of chronic pain.  Soon after a recommendation from his wife, he started studying massage therapy and fell in love with the way he could move and help others.  Learn how he later began to go deeper into pain science, how he helps his patients release their pain and how you can too by listening to this episode. 

In episode 56 of Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things I start a new piece of the podcast where I chat with psychologists and other experts on the science of personal growth.  This month features positive psychologist Lisa Avery with this episode answering the question, what is happiness?  How is it scientifically defined?  How do we find it?  Why do we need it?  Enjoy an enlightening talk and be sure to take the two tests she mentioned in the show: Brief Strengths Test and the Authentic Happiness Inventory.