{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5c79d20712a24d4a146923a3/61bb625a4c4bca00134b8047?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Episode 308 - Christmas Special","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/5c79d20712a24d4a146923a3/1586272126466-8ad779b73c5bd318acb0fbe25071a374.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>As we get close to the end of December, one of the most celebrated holidays in the world approaches; we celebrate Christmas, the birth of Jesus Christ. Still, regardless of the beliefs or traditions we might have, Christmas is about respecting and loving each other, creating meaningful memories, and sharing. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In this special episode, we reunited some of our guests to the show, friends, and dear souls to share what Christmas means to them, their best memories, thoughts, and feelings around this holiday. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>We are thrilled to hear from&nbsp;Thibault&nbsp;Relecom&nbsp;from Belgium, Melanie Gentry from Florida, Chuck Spaulding from Costa Rica, Dr. Brad Nelson from St. George, Utah, Grace&nbsp;Mugabekazi&nbsp;from Rwanda, Rick Taylor from Alaska, Ron Williams from St. Louis, Missouri, Mark &amp; Wendi Holland from Salt Lake City, Utah, and&nbsp;Alohalani&nbsp;Aran&nbsp;from Honolulu, Hawaii. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>In This Episode, You Will Learn:</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>About the Mauritanian tradition that inspired today's show (1:47)&nbsp;</li><li>Thibault's&nbsp;desire of making every Christmas a wonderful moment, just as it was for him when he was a kid (6:14)&nbsp;</li><li>About Melanie's life-changing Christmas experience in Tortugas (8:46)&nbsp;</li><li>Creating joy in the house and having fun. Chuck's primary purpose during the holidays (13:05)&nbsp;</li><li>Dr. Brad Nelson's beautiful memories delivering presents for other kids (16:43)&nbsp;</li><li>Dancing, having fun, sharing meals, and quality time with their loved ones. Grace&nbsp;Mugabekazi&nbsp;and her 6-month-old daughter message (21:42)&nbsp;</li><li>Rick Taylor's beautiful memory of his mother taking 20 or 30 kids around the neighborhood&nbsp;carolin&nbsp;(25:01)&nbsp;</li><li>Ron Williams and the meaning of the three gifts (29:31)&nbsp;</li><li>Mark and Wendy highlight the importance of traditions that keep family and loved ones together (33:31)&nbsp;</li><li>Faith, hope, and charity.&nbsp;Alohalani&nbsp;Aran's&nbsp;beautiful Christmas message (37:03)&nbsp;</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Becoming Your Best Resources:</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.becomingyourbest.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Becoming Your Best Website</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"https://www.becomingyourbestuniversity.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Becoming Your Best University Website</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"http://store.becomingyourbest.com/books/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Becoming Your Best Library</a>&nbsp;</li><li>Email: <a href=\"mailto:support@becomingyourbest.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">support@becomingyourbest.com</a> &nbsp;</li><li>Book: <a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Your-Best-Principles-Successful/dp/B01JJQQ2V6/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=becoming+your+best+the+12+principles&amp;qid=1585041465&amp;s=audible&amp;sr=1-1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders</a>&nbsp;</li><li>Book: <a href=\"https://www.becomingyourbest.com/conquer-anxiety-book/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/groups/2428361534145106\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety</a>&nbsp;</li></ul>","author_name":"Steve Shallenberger: Successful Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker, and Bestselling Author | Rob Shallenberger: Former Fighter Pilot, Author, Executive Coach, and Corporate Trainer"}