In this episode Kelsi Sheren, CEO and author shares her impactful work supporting Canadian veterans' mental health and her fight against MAID (Medical Assistance in Dying). Kelsi shares her personal journey, the detrimental effects of MAID on vulnerable populations, and the alarming expansion of such policies in Canada and the U.S. She also discusses broader societal issues, including the draft of women into the military, the victim mentality in modern society, and the importance of community and steadfast values. The episode concludes with reflections on resilience, purpose, and the ongoing need to act against injustices.

Episode Highlights:

03:06 The Fight Against MAID in Canada

15:28 The Draft and Women in the Military

18:01 The Struggles of Veterans and Advocacy

28:24 Gratitude for American Support

28:51 Cultural Differences Between Canadians and Americans

31:30 Facing Adversity with a Positive Mindset

33:28 Challenges with Canadian Healthcare

39:12 The Impact of COVID on Personal and Professional Life

42:14 The Role of Parents in Shaping the Next Generation

Kelsi Sheren is the CEO of Brass & Unity and author of “Brass & Unity, One Woman’s Journey Through the Hell of Afghanistan and Back”. A distinguished Canadian veteran, she served across Canadian, American, and British military forces as an Artillery Gunner & “Female Searcher” during her impactful deployment in Afghanistan. Kelsi’s resilience shines through adversity; from Taekwondo National Champion to overcoming PTSD and TBI post-deployment. Founder of Brass & Unity, transforming spent bullet casings into an iconic jewelry brand, donating 20% of profits to veterans’ mental health. Her journey inspired The Brass & Unity Podcast and as a TEDx speaker, she shares insights on resilience, overcoming challenges, and growth.

You can learn more about Kelsi here: https://www.kelsisheren.com/

Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

In this episode Kelsi Sheren, CEO and author shares her impactful work supporting Canadian veterans' mental health and her fight against MAID (Medical Assistance in Dying). Kelsi shares her personal journey, the detrimental effects of MAID on vulnerable populations, and the alarming expansion of such policies in Canada and the U.S. She also discusses broader societal issues, including the draft of women into the military, the victim mentality in modern society, and the importance of community and steadfast values. The episode concludes with reflections on resilience, purpose, and the ongoing need to act against injustices.
Episode Highlights:
03:06 The Fight Against MAID in Canada
15:28 The Draft and Women in the Military
18:01 The Struggles of Veterans and Advocacy
28:24 Gratitude for American Support
28:51 Cultural Differences Between Canadians and Americans
31:30 Facing Adversity with a Positive Mindset
33:28 Challenges with Canadian Healthcare
39:12 The Impact of COVID on Personal and Professional Life
42:14 The Role of Parents in Shaping the Next Generation
Kelsi Sheren is the CEO of Brass &amp; Unity and author of “Brass &amp; Unity, One Woman’s Journey Through the Hell of Afghanistan and Back”. A distinguished Canadian veteran, she served across Canadian, American, and British military forces as an Artillery Gunner &amp; “Female Searcher” during her impactful deployment in Afghanistan. Kelsi’s resilience shines through adversity; from Taekwondo National Champion to overcoming PTSD and TBI post-deployment. Founder of Brass &amp; Unity, transforming spent bullet casings into an iconic jewelry brand, donating 20% of profits to veterans’ mental health. Her journey inspired The Brass &amp; Unity Podcast and as a TEDx speaker, she shares insights on resilience, overcoming challenges, and growth.
You can learn more about Kelsi here: <a href="https://www.kelsisheren.com/">https://www.kelsisheren.com/</a>
Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to <a href="http://www.marcusaureliusanderson.com/">www.marcusaureliusanderson.com</a>. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

ACTA NON VERBA is a raw and real podcast with hard hitting interviews featuring people that live by the Ethos of “Actions, not words.”

Join TEDx speaker, Bestselling Author, Veteran, and Leadership & Mindset Coach Marcus Aurelius Anderson as he goes inside the minds and experiences of the world’s most successful Warriors, Leaders, Entrepreneurs, and Experts to give you the Philosophies, Concepts, Tactics, and Strategies they use to turn Adversity into Victory and live an EXTRAORDINARY life based on ACTIONS not words.

ACTA NON VERBA is a raw and real podcast with hard hitting interviews featuring people that live by the Ethos of &ldquo;Actions, not words.&rdquo;
Join TEDx speaker, Bestselling Author, Veteran, and Leadership &amp; Mindset Coach Marcus Aurelius Anderson as he goes inside the minds and experiences of the world&rsquo;s most successful Warriors, Leaders, Entrepreneurs, and Experts to give you the Philosophies, Concepts, Tactics, and Strategies they use to turn Adversity into Victory and live an EXTRAORDINARY life based on ACTIONS not words.

Acta Non Verba

Kelsi Sheren on the horrifying truth about MAID in Canada,  the responsibility of  veterans, standing up for truth and the power of actions not words

In this episode Erik Schön, a seasoned leader, executive, and strategist shares his insights on leadership, integrity, and flexibility, drawing inspirations from ancient giants like Sun Tzu, Lao Tzu, and John Boyd. Marcus and Erik discuss the importance of understanding and applying the philosophy of actions, not words, to navigate a VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, ambiguity) environment. The discussion covers topics such as the definition and significance of integrity, using adversity as a teacher, and practical applications of ancient strategic principles in modern leadership. Erik also shares personal stories about applying these lessons during challenging times in his career.

Episode Highlights:

06:29 Applying Ancient Wisdom to Modern Leadership

11:00 The Balance of Autonomy and Alignment

23:29 Effortless Action and Leadership Misconceptions

30:35 The Influence of Bruce Lee and Taoism

31:51 Visualizing Business Strategies with Maps

34:20 The Power of Patterns in Leadership

35:58 Balancing Examples and Ambiguity in Writing

44:39 The Importance of Sustainable Work Practices

49:03 Understanding Boyd's OODA Loop

Erik Schön has successfully developed and deployed strategy for over 20 years in small, medium and large organizations. Hacker, software researcher and system engineer turned leader, executive and strategizer, Erik is leading global organizations in complex product development and service delivery.

Check out Erik’s books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B086TVWK9T?ingress=0&visitId=679eb1ed-5ec2-4012-9579-a3252c5986c4

Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

In this episode Erik Schön, a seasoned leader, executive, and strategist shares his insights on leadership, integrity, and flexibility, drawing inspirations from ancient giants like Sun Tzu, Lao Tzu, and John Boyd. Marcus and Erik discuss the importance of understanding and applying the philosophy of actions, not words, to navigate a VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, ambiguity) environment. The discussion covers topics such as the definition and significance of integrity, using adversity as a teacher, and practical applications of ancient strategic principles in modern leadership. Erik also shares personal stories about applying these lessons during challenging times in his career.
Episode Highlights:
06:29 Applying Ancient Wisdom to Modern Leadership
11:00 The Balance of Autonomy and Alignment
23:29 Effortless Action and Leadership Misconceptions
30:35 The Influence of Bruce Lee and Taoism
31:51 Visualizing Business Strategies with Maps
34:20 The Power of Patterns in Leadership
35:58 Balancing Examples and Ambiguity in Writing
44:39 The Importance of Sustainable Work Practices
49:03 Understanding Boyd's OODA Loop
Erik Schön has successfully developed and deployed strategy for over 20 years in small, medium and large organizations. Hacker, software researcher and system engineer turned leader, executive and strategizer, Erik is leading global organizations in complex product development and service delivery.
Check out Erik’s books here: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B086TVWK9T?ingress=0&amp;visitId=679eb1ed-5ec2-4012-9579-a3252c5986c4">https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B086TVWK9T?ingress=0&amp;visitId=679eb1ed-5ec2-4012-9579-a3252c5986c4</a>
Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to <a href="http://www.marcusaureliusanderson.com/">www.marcusaureliusanderson.com</a>. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

Erik Schön on Integrity in Leadership, John Boyd, Sun Tzu, Lao Tzu and the Art of Change

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In this episode, Sarah Kernion, a dedicated advocate for neurodiversity and mother of two non-speaking autistic children, shares how she embraces her children's unique ways of interacting with the world. She discusses her 'inchstones versus milestones' mentality, which celebrates the potential of neurodiverse individuals. Sarah offers personal anecdotes, emphasizes the importance of sitting with grief and adversity to move past it, and expresses her hopes that her advocacy will lead to greater understanding and inclusion for neurodivergent individuals in the workplace and beyond.

Episode Highlights:

01:52 Understanding Suffering and Acceptance

04:29 Parenting Neurodivergent Children

07:36 Challenges and Realities of Special Needs Parenting

12:07 Harnessing Neurodivergent Strengths

14:55 Adapting Parenting Styles

17:41 The Gift of Diversity

27:31 The Importance of Resilience and Vulnerability

28:52 Understanding Brain Plasticity and Empathy

30:13 Embracing Discomfort and Growth

31:15 Personal Journey Through Postpartum Psychosis

33:14 Living in the Present and Preparing for the Future

Sarah Kernion is a keynote speaker, neurodiversity educator, and advocate for the autism community. As a mother of two non-speaking autistic children, she is driven by her personal experiences to empower companies to understand and appreciate the complexities and strengths of neurodivergent employees. Sarah encourages adopting an inchstones vs milestones mentality in life’s development. Her journey through diagnoses, IEPs, and medical evaluations has taught her resilience. Beyond parenting, she leads workshops in workplaces and healthcare settings to foster inclusive environments. Sarah is committed to breaking down barriers and promoting acceptance and possibilities for every child with special needs.

You can connect with Sarah at: https://www.instagram.com/saturdaysstory/

Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

In this episode, Sarah Kernion, a dedicated advocate for neurodiversity and mother of two non-speaking autistic children, shares how she embraces her children's unique ways of interacting with the world. She discusses her 'inchstones versus milestones' mentality, which celebrates the potential of neurodiverse individuals. Sarah offers personal anecdotes, emphasizes the importance of sitting with grief and adversity to move past it, and expresses her hopes that her advocacy will lead to greater understanding and inclusion for neurodivergent individuals in the workplace and beyond.
Episode Highlights:
01:52 Understanding Suffering and Acceptance
04:29 Parenting Neurodivergent Children
07:36 Challenges and Realities of Special Needs Parenting
12:07 Harnessing Neurodivergent Strengths
14:55 Adapting Parenting Styles
17:41 The Gift of Diversity
27:31 The Importance of Resilience and Vulnerability
28:52 Understanding Brain Plasticity and Empathy
30:13 Embracing Discomfort and Growth
31:15 Personal Journey Through Postpartum Psychosis
33:14 Living in the Present and Preparing for the Future
Sarah Kernion is a keynote speaker, neurodiversity educator, and advocate for the autism community. As a mother of two non-speaking autistic children, she is driven by her personal experiences to empower companies to understand and appreciate the complexities and strengths of neurodivergent employees. Sarah encourages adopting an inchstones vs milestones mentality in life’s development. Her journey through diagnoses, IEPs, and medical evaluations has taught her resilience. Beyond parenting, she leads workshops in workplaces and healthcare settings to foster inclusive environments. Sarah is committed to breaking down barriers and promoting acceptance and possibilities for every child with special needs.
You can connect with Sarah at: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saturdaysstory/">https://www.instagram.com/saturdaysstory/</a>
Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to <a href="http://www.marcusaureliusanderson.com/">www.marcusaureliusanderson.com</a>. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

Sarah Kernion neurodiversity advocate on challenging stigmas and embracing vulnerability using her "inchstones"

In this episode, Brian 'Ponch' Rivera, a retired Navy captain, entrepreneur, author, and expert in various strategic and operational systems discusses the OODA loop, flow systems, and decision-making in complex environments. Rivera shares insights on applying these theories in both military and business contexts to enhance agility, resilience, and overall performance. The conversation also covers the impact of technology, the importance of recovery and mindfulness, and the future of organizational efficiency. 

Episode Highlights:

04:06 Decision Making in Complex Environments

16:03 The OODA Loop Explained

29:42 The Reality of Modern Work

31:10 Agile and Scrum: A Fighter Pilot's Approach

31:47 Lessons from Boyd and the Toyota Production System

32:13 The Impact of Woke Culture on Business

34:33 The Role of Psychedelics in Therapy

41:26 The Importance of Recovery in High Performance

Brian "Ponch" Rivera is a decorated former Navy TOPGUN and published author who has become a leading expert in business agility, safety, and resilience. Drawing from his extensive background in complex air, space, and cyber operations, as well as leadership lessons from elite military teams, Brian immersed himself in Agile and Lean communities. Mentored by pioneers in Scrum, Lean-Kanban, and other methodologies, he co-created The Flow System and founded AGLX Consulting. Brian's work extends to safety culture and high-performing teams, influenced by his role on a U.S. Navy team post-2017 mishaps. He holds an MBA, MA, and PMP, speaks globally on leadership, Agile practices, resilience, and more.

Connect with Brian Here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briandrivera/

Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

In this episode, Brian 'Ponch' Rivera, a retired Navy captain, entrepreneur, author, and expert in various strategic and operational systems discusses the OODA loop, flow systems, and decision-making in complex environments. Rivera shares insights on applying these theories in both military and business contexts to enhance agility, resilience, and overall performance. The conversation also covers the impact of technology, the importance of recovery and mindfulness, and the future of organizational efficiency. 
Episode Highlights:
04:06 Decision Making in Complex Environments
16:03 The OODA Loop Explained
29:42 The Reality of Modern Work
31:10 Agile and Scrum: A Fighter Pilot's Approach
31:47 Lessons from Boyd and the Toyota Production System
32:13 The Impact of Woke Culture on Business
34:33 The Role of Psychedelics in Therapy
41:26 The Importance of Recovery in High Performance
Brian "Ponch" Rivera is a decorated former Navy TOPGUN and published author who has become a leading expert in business agility, safety, and resilience. Drawing from his extensive background in complex air, space, and cyber operations, as well as leadership lessons from elite military teams, Brian immersed himself in Agile and Lean communities. Mentored by pioneers in Scrum, Lean-Kanban, and other methodologies, he co-created The Flow System and founded AGLX Consulting. Brian's work extends to safety culture and high-performing teams, influenced by his role on a U.S. Navy team post-2017 mishaps. He holds an MBA, MA, and PMP, speaks globally on leadership, Agile practices, resilience, and more.
Connect with Brian Here: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/briandrivera/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/briandrivera/</a>
Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to <a href="http://www.marcusaureliusanderson.com/">www.marcusaureliusanderson.com</a>. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.

Brian "Ponch" Rivera on The FLOW System in business and Wall street, the misconceptions of John Boyd's OODA Loop, Psychedelics to heal trauma, AGLX and The No Way Out Podcast

Kelsi Sheren on the horrifying truth about MAID in Canada, the responsibility of veterans, standing up for truth and the power of actions not words

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