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Brian Hite, Ph.D., is "The High-Stakes Performance Whisperer," blending over 30 years as a professional stuntman with advanced expertise in performance psychology. With a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology and a Master’s in Sport Psychology, Brian helps leaders, athletes, first responders, and creatives see through the illusions of stress and pressure to unlock clarity and achieve extraordinary results.

Brian’s career includes over 100 film and television credits, a Screen Actors Guild Award for 24, and a decade coaching soldiers as a Master Resilience Trainer for the U.S. Army. Today, he shares his expertise through programs like PressureX, PhaseX, and FACTs; his podcast Flow Under Fire; and keynotes that inspire audiences to rethink their potential.

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Gina Economopoulos's life journey is a remarkable tale of transformation, redemption, and faith, shaped by a myriad of experiences that have guided her to her current purpose. From her early days working as a bartender and living as a nun, Gina has evolved into a sober woman of faith and an end-of-life doula, roles that bring her profound peace and fulfillment. Inspired by her mother's passing 33 years ago, she views her past struggles as essential steps on her path to embracing her calling with grace and dignity, as vividly captured in her memoir, "Shake the Dust Off Your Feet and Walk." Today, Gina not only shares her inspiring story on social media but also finds joy in personal connections, particularly with her boyfriend Brian, whose companionship underscores the significance of love and support in her life.

- Reflect on personal experiences to find purpose and faith

- Navigate relationships and identity outside of familiar communities

- Support loved ones through struggles with addiction

- Embrace self-realization and acceptance to achieve sobriety

- Share personal journey to inspire and offer solace to others

- Find meaning in providing dignity and respect to those in vulnerable moments

- Seek new possibilities and relationships to shift life's direction

- Gina's transformation from a bartender to a nun and later an end-of-life doula reflects her quest for purpose and faith

- Gina's journey of rediscovery after leaving the convent and finding solace in helping adults with disabilities

- The impact of Gina's relationship with Danny on her understanding of addiction and recovery

- Jr Sparrow emphasizes the importance of moving forward and starting to mend things after facing a tragic event

- Gina's journey towards sobriety through self-realization, acceptance, and seeking help from support groups

- Gina's inspirational memoir 'Shake the Dust Off Your Feet and Walk' shares her journey of faith and resilience

- Gina's inspiration to become an end-of-life doula and offer grace and dignity to those transitioning from life to death

(00:01:31) "Sometimes it takes us a long time to find our purpose." - Jr Sparrow

(00:09:44) "I felt like I did. I just, I felt I was emotionally abused because the last two years of my religious life, I felt like I was ostracized." - Gina Economopoulos

(00:17:57) "It was a very difficult time in my life. And even like you said, you know, not only to say, am I sister or not a sister? Okay, now I'm Gina in the world. But I had to relearn. I had to learn how to have relationships." - Gina Economopoulos (00:17:30)" - Gina Economopoulos

(00:20:17) "The beach is where heaven and earth meets. That's peace." - Gina Economopoulos

(00:27:30) "I disowned God at this point. I hated God at this point. I was so tired of keep pushing forward, keep getting up, keep believing that I was like, enough is enough, God. And I was simply existing. I was dead myself, but just living." - Gina Economopoulos" - Gina Economopoulos

(00:34:17) "I'm a sober woman of faith today. And it's been such a great gift that God has given me, which I never thought I would receive." - Gina Economopoulos

(00:43:48) "It's okay. It's okay. It's okay." - Gina Economopoulos

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In this episode of WV Uncommonplace Interviews and Sessions, host JR Sparrow sits down with the legendary Annie Korzen—an 86-year-old TikTok sensation, actress, writer, and storyteller. Best known for her role as Doris Klompus on Seinfeld, Annie has seamlessly transitioned into the digital age, captivating millions with her wit and wisdom.

💡 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Annie’s incredible journey from Hollywood to becoming an accidental influencer on TikTok
• Her book The Book of Annie: Humor, Heart, and Chutzpah from an Accidental Influencer and what inspired it
• The secret to staying relevant and embracing new platforms at any age
• Her experiences performing solo shows across three continents
• What it was like being interviewed by Oprah Winfrey, Tavis Smiley, and Dr. Phil
• Her storytelling journey with The Moth and why humor is a powerful tool in life

🔗 Listen Now: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms!

📢 Follow Annie Korzen:
🌎 Website: www.TheMoth.org
📱 TikTok: @AnnieKorzen

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