In this episode, we revisit a popular conversation with Dr. Gay Hendricks, a renowned expert in personal and relationship transformation.

Dr. Hendricks shares his four-step process, “FACT” - facing, accepting, choosing and taking action - as a powerful tool to help people transform their lives by identifying and breaking long-standing patterns. If you are ready to make bold changes in your life and pursue your creative potential, his advice offers a practical roadmap for you.

Drawing on stories from his life and career, including his profound insights into relationships, he discusses how uncovering unexpressed creativity can be both healing and freeing.

Dr. Hendricks also talks about his bestselling book The Big Leap. For listeners who seek actionable inspiration and a fresh take on personal growth, this episode offers insights, practical steps, and a glimpse into Hendricks’ multidimensional journey of creativity and fulfillment.

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In this heartfelt episode, Amy Jo invites you on a journey of transformation, courage and rediscovery. For new listeners, you'll learn Amy Jo's five Renegade Rules and how to apply them to your Why Not Now? ideas. For longtime listeners, this is your chance to take a refresher course and set a new idea in motion.

Sharing two of her personal “Why Not Now?” ideas, Amy Jo reflects on the importance of reigniting lost passions and creating space for joy amidst life’s complexities. Through candid insights about "converting her marriage" into a co-parenting partnership, she reveals how intentional change has brought her family closer and set a positive foundation for their son.

You'll also hear how Amy Jo integrated play back into her life - including how she incorporated dancing and acrobatic flips into a keynote speech in front of 9,000 people. Along the way, she shares a deep dive into the five Renegade Rules she lives by in order to help you manufacture bravery, overcome adversity, and find the intersection of where your purpose, passion and skill reside.

Highlighting the power of embracing change and finding joy, this episode is filled with lessons on navigating life’s transitions while staying grounded in what brings you happiness.

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Here's a link to Jim Matthews' book:

https://www.amazon.com/Shine-Light-Baseball-Connects-Disconnected/dp/1683584929

Here's a link to the Why Not Now? Episode when Amy Jo's son "arrived":

https://amyjomartin.com/episode-132-amy-jo-martin-im-a-mom/

Here's a link to Angela Gargano, Amy Jo's Flipping Coach:

https://www.angela-gargano.com/

This episode isn’t just about tech. Far from it. It’s about your personal growth, the power of storytelling, and how to apply your curiosity.

Amy Jo answers the question: Is AI going to make me money or save me money? She also dives into themes like adaptability, embracing healthy tension, sharing stories from her whirlwind travels and how all of that relates to you in this current season.

Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or just searching for your next “Why Not Now?” moment, Amy Jo offers practical strategies to manufacture bravery and transform fear into opportunity.

You’ll also hear her insights on AI, leadership, personal development, and stories that inspire action - because everyone should be responsible for experimenting and the time to take that brave best next step is now.

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Here's the Marc Andreessen Video Amy Mentioned:
https://youtu.be/8aTjA_bGZO4?si=2wsVsuqjFEwq6oJu

Here's Mark Cuban in the Why Not Now? Podcast:
https://amyjomartin.com/episode-1-mark-cuban/