Episodes

“Just being aware of what’s happening is a meditation until I learned that meditation was so frustrating. “ In this episode, Nick speaks with Eric Bell to discuss how he’s worked through addiction, ADHD, and running from problems to now having an understanding of himself and how to best operate. About Eric Bell We asked Eric about himself. Here’s what he said…. “I have loved cars for as long as I can remember. When I was 14 years old I made my first purchase of a Yamaha dirt bike for $500. I ...

“One question I always ask is if this was your niece, your cousin, your best friend, and they called you up, and they said he beat me three times. He controls the money and he cheated twice. What would you say to them?” In this episode, Nick speaks with Richard Mollica. Some people say, “My childhood sucked,” or “My parents were awful”… Then there’s Rich, his childhood sucked, and his parents really were awful (early in life), yet he serves and gives his heart to those in need. They cover some ...

“I’ve had lots of ups and downs along that way that I thought would have broken me. I just kept telling myself, acknowledge it, sit in it.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Jose Rosado. Jose is a behavioral health clinician and adjunct professor in Maryland who has battled ADHD, Depression, and a false diagnosis of bipolar, all of which led him to become a loving husband, father, friend, and recovery peer. About Jose Rosado Jose is a Maryland transplant by way of Philadelphia, who after 10+ y...

“I have a problem, I totally ignored it, but it was the isolation, the drinking, it was just major depression. I, I loathed myself.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Mike “Dags” D’Agostino about how his subconscious was calling out for help. Think about that for a moment. The subconscious knew what to do and was taking steps to help outside of what could seem like its normal means. About Michael “Dags” D’Agostino Michael is a singer/songwriter and poet who lives in South Jersey just outside o...

“I really have come to believe that faith and fear are opposites.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Tim Kassouf, who knows firsthand what addiction can cause, and he also knows firsthand what faith, support, and a healthy lifestyle can change a life. About Tim Kassouf Tim is a Certified Personal Trainer in South Florida. Working with private clients and teaching group fitness classes at Pit Fitness, I excel & delight in helping people live their fitness goals. I have a passion for people and ...

“Yoga taught me awareness. Because you can’t make a change until you’re aware of the behavior.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Jodi Testerman to discuss how she manages her bipolar disorder through Yoga, mindfulness, and medication. They unpacked her journey to diagnosis and the path she’s been on since, which is helping other women like her to live rich and happy lives. About Jodi Testerman Jodi is a registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) who also happens to live each day with bipolar disorder....

When we’re 80 and sitting in a rocking chair on the front porch, thinking about our lives. Am I going to have any regrets? On the very first episode of the Mindset and Self-Mastery Show, Nick speaks with his cousin, Tom Ward, about finding balance as a sales professional and how a near-death experience led him to sell medical devices. About Tom Ward Tom has had an entrepreneurial spirit for as long as he can remember. After running a successful house painting business while in college, he took ...

https://youtu.be/EsLIHpUTjGc Our mind can be our best friend and our worst enemy! If you’ve ever battled with a negative mindset or felt like you’re lost in life, even if you’re successful in the world’s eyes, you’re not alone. Welcome to The Mindset and Self-Mastery Show! I’m your host, Nick McGowan, and on this show, my guests and I unpack the stories that shape us and the lives we lead on our path to self-mastery. This show isn’t about “mind setting” your way through life, or how to best ...