Life isn't happening to you, it's happening FOR you. How you perceive the experiences in your life will shape your reality. Join Rudi and Anniston as they, and special guests, share powerful stories and tools that will guide you into living a life of freedom, abundance, and happiness.
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The Power of Sexual Energy: Harnessing Desire to Manifest Your Dreams
Episode 126
Thursday, March 27, 2025 • Duration 35:38
Show Notes:
Most people don’t realize that sexual energy is creative energy—the same life force used to bring a child into the world can also be harnessed to create abundance, success, and deeper intimacy in relationships.
In this deeply transformative episode of The InPowered Life Podcast, Anniston & Rudi Riekstins dive into the power of sexual energy—not just as an intimate experience but as a manifestation tool that can be consciously cultivated and directed toward your biggest desires.
They open up about:
How societal programming creates shame and guilt around sexuality—and how to break free
Why sexual energy is one of the most powerful creative forces we have access to
How to work with and cultivate sexual energy to manifest in all areas of life
The role of partnership & intimacy in amplifying manifestation power
If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your own sexual energy or wondered how to reclaim it as a sacred, powerful force, this episode will expand your perspective and invite you into a deeper connection with yourself and your partner.
💬 Key Quotes
"If you're building energy without giving it focus, you're missing the most powerful tool for creation." – Anniston
"We were created by the creator to create. Sexual energy is the most potent energy we have access to." – Rudi
"The fastest way to raise the energy around you is to raise it within you." – Erin King
"Healing your sexual energy heals how you show up in every other area of life." – Anniston
[24:20] The Tantric Link Between Energy + Leadership
[29:52] Triggers, Awareness, & Opening to Growth
[31:21] Courage to Share, Courage to Heal
Master Your Energy: The Science of High Performance & Life Satisfaction with Erin King
Episode 125
Thursday, March 20, 2025 • Duration 01:11:20
Are you running on empty, pushing through exhaustion, and waiting for a reset that never comes? What if you could take control of your energy instead of letting life drain it?
In this episode of The InPowered Life Podcast, we’re joined by Erin King, one of the world's leading experts on personal energy management. Erin shares groundbreaking insights from her research with 10,000+ people on what truly fuels high performers—not just in business, but in life.
In this episode, we cover: ✔️ Why your energy—not your time—is your most valuable resource ✔️ The 5 energy types and how to identify yours ✔️ The hidden cost of pushing too hard and how to pre-charge before burnout ✔️ The simple daily shifts that high-energy people use to stay vibrant ✔️ How to reclaim your power by managing energy-draining people and situations
Ready to stop running on fumes and start thriving? Listen now to discover the science-backed strategies to elevate your energy and life satisfaction.
Energy management is more important than time management—without energy, time is useless.
High-energy individuals don’t avoid energy drainers; they know how to counteract them.
Pre-charging beats recharging—don’t wait until you’re burnt out to refuel.
Your personal energy type determines how you regain power—knowing it helps you structure your day.
Energy is contagious—your presence can shift an entire room’s energy, for better or worse.
Key Quotes:
How to Unlock Your Soul’s Blueprint
Episode 124
Thursday, March 13, 2025 • Duration 50:12
Show Notes:
What if you had a roadmap to your soul’s highest potential? A guide to understanding your unique challenges, strengths, and purpose? In this episode of The InPowered Life Podcast, Anniston & Rudi takes you on a deep dive into discovering their Life Blueprints (also known as Soul Contract Numerology) and reveal how this powerful system can illuminate the path to alignment, fulfillment, and success.
Anniston shares:
What a Life Blueprint is and how it works
Why understanding your blueprint is a game-changer for personal growth and transformation
What she’s learned from facilitating hundreds of Life Blueprint Activation sessions
How your Life Blueprint can help you break free from limitations and step into your highest potential
If you’ve ever wondered “What am I really here to do?”, this episode is for you!
Ready to discover your Life Blueprint? Schedule your personal Life Blueprint Reading with Anniston:
🗣️ "You don’t have to do a single thing to be worthy of love." – Rudi Riekstins 🗣️ "Your soul knew what it was doing when it chose this lifetime. Everything happening to you is happening for you." – Anniston Blair Riekstins 🗣️ "When you stop resisting your challenges, you unlock your greatest strengths." – Anniston Blair Riekstins 🗣️ "Numerology isn’t just numbers—it’s a roadmap to understanding your purpose and potential." – Rudi Riekstins
The Lies Holding You Back & How to Break Free with Charles Schwartz
Episode 123
Thursday, March 6, 2025 • Duration 50:18
In this episode of The InPowered Life Podcast, Rudi sits down with Charles Schwartz, a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, top-ranked podcast host, and business mentor who has mastered the art of rapid success. Charles shares his journey of retiring as a millionaire at 36, writing a bestseller in 9 days, and launching a top-ranked podcast in just 46 days.
But more importantly, he reveals the three biggest lies holding people back from achieving their dreams—and the powerful persona shifting method that can help you break free from self-imposed limitations.
🎙 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ The 3 biggest lies we believe that keep us stuck ✔️ Why "finding your why" isn’t enough to succeed ✔️ How to shift into your most empowered self on demand ✔️ The secret to making bold decisions without fear ✔️ Why ego is the biggest barrier to growth (and how to kill it)
💡 If you’ve ever felt like you know what to do but can’t seem to take action, this episode will change the way you see yourself and your potential.
🔗 Follow Charles Schwartz: Instagram: @imcharlesschwartz Website: imcharlesschwartz.com
Key Takeaways:
Success isn’t about knowing what to do—it’s about shifting into the version of you who can do it.
The three biggest lies we believe: 1️⃣ I don’t know how to do it → Google exists. Lack of knowledge is not the issue. 2️⃣ Do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life → Even things you love can become draining without variety. 3️⃣ Your why will drive you to success → Knowing your why isn’t enough if you don’t have access to the version of yourself that can execute.
Your current self is the one who broke things—it’s not the one who can fix them.
Persona shifting is the key to unlocking different parts of yourself for different situations.
Your ego is the biggest barrier to success—learning to step aside is crucial.
Key Quotes:
📢 “The version of you that broke it can’t fix it.” – Charles Schwartz
📢 “You don’t have to do a single thing to be worthy of love.” – Charles Schwartz
How to Create Your Own Emotional Universe: Curate Peace, Joy, and Abundance from Within
Episode 122
Thursday, February 27, 2025 • Duration 47:49
Show Notes:
In this empowering episode, Rudi and Anniston reveal the secret to crafting your own emotional universe. Instead of searching for external relationships, places, or experiences to spark feelings of peace, joy, and fulfillment, learn how to cultivate these emotions from within. Discover a step-by-step process that shows you how aligning your inner emotional state can transform your outer reality, paving the way for a life filled with abundance and purpose.
What You’ll Learn:
The Concept of Internal Curation: Understand why relying on external sources for happiness is limiting and how to shift your focus inward.
Step-by-Step Techniques: Explore practical exercises and mindset shifts to help you consciously curate the emotions you seek.
Real-Life Applications: Hear inspiring stories and examples of how mastering your inner emotional universe leads to lasting fulfillment.
The Ripple Effect: Learn how creating inner peace, joy, and abundance not only transforms your personal experience but also influences your external reality.
Key Takeaways:
You have the power to choose and create your emotional state, independent of external circumstances.
When you master your inner emotions, your external reality begins to reflect the peace, joy, and abundance you nurture within.
Cultivating an internal emotional universe is a transformative practice that leads to lasting personal growth and fulfillment.
Key Quotes:
"You don’t have to wait for something external to feel joy, peace, or success. You have the power to curate those emotions from within." – Rudi Riekstins
"Your emotions are shaping your reality—whether consciously or unconsciously. The question is, are you choosing them, or are they choosing you?" – Anniston Blair Riekstins
"The moment you stop looking outside yourself for happiness, you unlock the freedom to create it anytime, anywhere." – Rudi Riekstins
"Every emotion you cultivate internally is a seed planted in your future. What are you choosing to grow?" – Anniston Blair Riekstins
How to Center Yourself: Mastering the Art of Inner Peace
Episode 121
Thursday, February 20, 2025 • Duration 40:08
In this transformative episode, Rudi and Anniston dive deep into the practice of centering yourself—discovering your inner home base and learning how to master the art of inner peace. They explore what it means to experience your emotions without letting them define you, and share practical techniques that empower you to reconnect with your true self, regardless of external noise.
What You’ll Learn:
The Power of Centering: Understand why cultivating an inner center is essential for maintaining emotional balance and resilience.
Separating Identity from Emotion: Learn how to experience feelings without getting entangled in them, so you can remain grounded in your true self.
Practical Strategies: Discover step-by-step techniques and daily practices to help you stay centered—even during life's most challenging moments.
Real-Life Insights: Hear personal stories and insights that illustrate how finding your center can transform your emotional well-being and overall life experience.
Key Takeaways:
Inner peace isn’t about suppressing emotions—it’s about recognizing them, letting them pass, and always returning to the calm within.
Mastering the art of centering yourself unlocks the power to navigate any circumstance with grace and clarity.
Key Quotes:
"The act of separating from emotion is your power." – Rudi Riekstins
"Your external reality is a reflection of your internal world." – Anniston Blair Riekstins
"If you’re making decisions from a heightened negative state, the outcome will never serve you." – Rudi Riekstins
"The simplest practices—breathwork, stillness, and awareness—have the most profound impact on your life." – Anniston Blair Riekstins
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How to Overcome Any Setback and Build Wealth w/ Ryan Stewman
Episode 120
Thursday, February 6, 2025 • Duration 52:29
In this episode of The InPowered Life Podcast, Rudi Riekstins speaks with Ryan Stewman, CEO and founder of Apex, entrepreneur, and author of 11 books. Ryan shares his powerful journey from a troubled past—including multiple arrests and setbacks—to becoming a highly successful business leader. He reveals the mindset shifts, strategies, and financial principles that helped him break free from limitations and create lasting success.
Key Takeaways:
Resilience is built through overcoming setbacks, not avoiding them.
The G-Code framework (Gratitude, Genetics, Goals, Group) helps maintain focus and beat complacency.
Money should move—saving alone won’t create wealth.
The "force of average" keeps people stuck in mediocrity; overcoming it requires intentional focus.
Giving away 10% of your income fosters abundance and a healthy money mindset.
Building wealth isn’t just about income—it’s about investing wisely and keeping money flowing.
Quotes:
"The world is designed to keep you average. Your job is to fight back and push forward." – Ryan Stewman
"Success isn’t about how much money you make—it’s about what you do with your life and the impact you create." – Rudi Riekstins
What Business Leaders Can Learn from the NFL w/ Shawn Harper
Episode 119
Thursday, January 30, 2025 • Duration 41:15
In this week’s episode of The InPowered Life Podcast, Rudi Riekstins sits down with former NFL player, motivational speaker, and bestselling author Shawn Harper to explore the winning mindset that leads to success in sports, business, and life.
From his journey as a young dreamer to making it to the NFL and later transitioning into a motivational speaker and business strategist, Sean shares powerful insights on resilience, discipline, and the importance of coaching.
Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, or simply striving for greatness in your personal life, this episode is packed with invaluable lessons on persistence, preparation, and purpose.
Key Takeaways:
The Mindset of a Champion
The transition from dreaming to goal-setting: "One day or day one – you decide!"
How intention, discipline, and mental toughness separate top achievers from the rest.
The power of preparation and strategy in high-performance environments.
From NFL to Business Success
Lessons from the NFL: Every great player has a team of coaches—who are yours?
Why mentors, accountability partners, and personal coaches are essential for success.
How Shawn applied football strategies to corporate success, helping others build winning businesses.
The Power of Persistence
"Persistence through resistance" – why pushing forward in tough times is the secret to long-term success.
How top athletes like Tom Brady & LeBron James invest in themselves for a competitive edge.
The importance of failure as tuition: "Every setback is a setup for a comeback!"
Navigating Identity Shifts & Major Life Transitions
How Shawn transitioned from NFL athlete to motivational speaker and author.
The emotional challenges of losing an identity and rebuilding a new purpose.
Why having a strong support system, faith, and self-reflection is crucial during life changes.
Life Philosophy: "Live, Give, Forgive"Quotes:
The Blueprint for Living Longer w/ Dr. Joel Wussow
Episode 118
Thursday, January 23, 2025 • Duration 48:42
In this episode of The InPowered Life Podcast, host Rudi Riekstins sits down with Dr. Joel Wussow, founder and CEO of Healthspan By Design. Dr. Wussow shares his inspiring journey from emergency medicine to the forefront of preventative healthcare, offering invaluable insights into living a healthier, longer, and more fulfilling life. This conversation dives deep into the pillars of optimal health, including sleep, nutrition, exercise, emotional intelligence, and hormone optimization.
If you're ready to transform your health and unlock your greatest potential, this episode is packed with actionable insights and practical strategies.
Key Takeaways:
Health is holistic: Optimize sleep, nutrition, exercise, emotional health, and hormones to achieve your highest potential.
Small steps matter: Start with foundational changes like better sleep hygiene and consistent exercise.
Prevention is key: Chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes are largely preventable with lifestyle changes.
Knowledge is power: Understanding your body through tools like genetic testing and biomarkers can help tailor your health journey.
Quotes:
"Chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes are not a disease of age—they’re a disease of neglect.” - Dr. Joel Wussow
"I want the audience to sit with this: The majority of ER visits are preventable if we take ownership of our health." - Rudi Riekstins
Undoing Urgency & Focusing On What Truly Matters w/ Matt Reynolds
Episode 117
Thursday, January 16, 2025 • Duration 51:01
In this transformative episode of the InPowered Life Podcast, Rudi sits down with Matt Reynolds, a dynamic entrepreneur, CEO of Barbell Logic, and author of the highly anticipated book, Undoing Urgency, published by Forbes. Together, they delve into the profound lessons Matt has learned on his journey from a small-town upbringing to building a multi-eight-figure business while staying true to his values.
Through his inspiring story, Matt shares the principles that have guided his success, from choosing voluntary hardship to mastering discipline, and creating systems that prioritize what truly matters.
Voluntary Hardship Builds Resilience: Choosing difficult but purposeful tasks strengthens your ability to face life’s challenges with confidence.
The Power of Systems: Building Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) early, even before you need them, sets a strong foundation for future growth and scalability.
Avoid Drowning in Urgency: Focus on what’s truly important by delegating, automating, or eliminating tasks that don’t align with your core values.
Enjoy the Process: The journey of growth and development is where fulfillment lies, not just the end goal or accolades.
Redefine Success: Success isn’t in achieving goals; it’s in what you do after you achieve them and how you use those lessons to help others.
Prioritize Core Values: Identify your core values and build a life and business around them to leave a meaningful legacy.
Time Management via Eisenhower Matrix:
Eliminate tasks that are neither urgent nor important.
Automate/delegate urgent but unimportant tasks.
Be efficient with urgent and important tasks.
Invest time in non-urgent but important priorities like family, health, and personal growth.
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🔹 “Your energy is your currency. Manage it like your bank account.” – Erin King 🔹 “More effort doesn’t always mean more energy. The key is to manage your energy better, not just do more.” – Erin King 🔹 “Pre-charge your energy before you drain it. Don’t wait for exhaustion to take over.” – Erin King 🔹 “The world responds more to your energy than your effort.” – Erin King
Chapters: [00:00] Introduction – Why Charles Schwartz is a force in business & mindset [02:00] What Charles Knows That Others Don’t – The secret to rapid success [04:00] The Three Lies Holding You Back – What stops people from executing [07:30] Why Your Why Isn’t Enough – The myth of motivation [10:00] Persona Shifting Explained – How to access your most powerful self [18:00] Why You Should Run Toward Your Lowest Self – Finding truth in the struggle [25:00] The Power of Designing an Identity Based on Love [35:00] How to Apply This in Everyday Life – Practical steps [40:00] Charles’ Biggest Lesson from Hospice – How facing death killed his ego [46:00] Closing Thoughts & Where to Find Charles
"Your external world is simply a mirror of your internal state. Change your emotions, and your reality will follow." – Rudi Riekstins
"True power comes from mastering your emotional state—not being a victim to it." – Anniston Blair Riekstins
