The Balanced Warrior Podcast

About The Balanced Warrior Podcast

Did you know that by doing just a little bit more each day and making slight shifts every day can have a massive impact on your personal and professional life? The Slight Shift Show is here for financial advisors, high achievers, entrepreneurs, self-employed professionals, and driven individuals who are constantly producing, striving, and juggling it all. The Shift Show…We know what you're thinking…but we got you! If you're aiming to increase revenue and put the systems in place for a balanced life, while managing the demands of a successful career and a fulfilling family life, join us on the Slight Shift Show. Hosted by Martial Arts Grandmaster and serial entrepreneur Chris Berlow author of the best-selling book, "You Have Infinite Power" and Award-winning Financial Advisor and author Angela Vahue. Chris and Angela have been trusted by countless high achievers to build a philosophy of Be Better Every Day, or better known in Asian philosophy as Il Il Shin. Il Il Shin teaches consistent micro-improvements compound into major transformation over time. In other words, Slight Shifts each day! They've coached thousands of ambitious achievers, including financial advisors and other professions to build habits of slight shifts every day, without sacrificing their health, relationships, or peace of mind. Whether you're building your financial services business, a business owner who's tired of trading personal time for professional wins, or a growth-minded leader looking to achieve multi-dimensional success, you'll find practical, powerful guidance here. Each episode is packed with actionable insights, high-performance habits, and candid interviews to help you thrive in every area of life. Regular topics covered on The Focused Edge Podcast • High-performance habits for demanding careers • Work-life balance for entrepreneurs • Success without burnout • Time management for professionals • Business growth strategies • Peak performance • Entrepreneurial mindsets • Scaling an advisor business • Enjoying quality family time as a high achiever • High-income growth strategies • Productivity for busy professionals Get ready to be inspired, equipped, and energized….so you too can do Just a Little Bit More!

Publisher

Chris Berlow

Category

business · business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Mar 2019

Latest episode

22 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

165 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   22 Oct 2026

   Embracing the Pivot: Turning Unexpected Setbacks into Wins

   How can you maintain a positive mindset and gracefully pivot when life's unexpected challenges derail your plans? Chris and Angela dive deep into the art of navigating major life pivots and unexpected adversity with positivity. Moving beyond simple everyday adjustments, they explore real-world examples, including staying resilient during the pandemic. Through personal stories, actionable strategies, and insightful metaphors like the Japanese art of Kintsugi, Chris and Angela share practical techniques to help you reframe obstacles into meaningful opportunities for growth. Maintaining a positive mindset! Understanding Pivots vs. Shifts: Differentiating between minor daily adjustments and major, directional life pivots. Reframing the Narrative: Utilizing the philosophy that "people don't know what they don't know" to reduce performance anxiety and embrace imperfections. Navigating Unexpected Adversity: Strategies for staying calm and leading with positivity during unexpected events, such as double-booked venues or resource shortages. Focusing on What You Can Control: Differentiating between facts and emotionally driven thoughts, and asking "What's the positive?" to maintain focus. Celebrating Micro-Wins: Acknowledging small victories along the journey to avoid frustration when pursuing long-term goals. Embracing Imperfection (Kintsugi): Viewing personal scars and setbacks as unique elements that add value, beauty, and strength to your personal story.

2. 

   1 Oct 2026

   Is Your Confidence Built or Borrowed? The Self-Image Test

   Can you build true confidence from the inside out, or are you dependent on others to nurture your self-image? In this episode of the Slight Shift Show, Chris and Angela dive into a candid, insightful conversation on the roots of confidence, and how self-image shapes our everyday choices. Spurred by a morning reflection on how parents influence their children's self-worth, Angela and Chris explore whether confidence is an internal seed we must plant or a plant that others water or dehydrate. They walk through a live, 16-question self-image assessment taken straight from Empowered Mastery's You Have Infinite Power workbook, tackling everything from accepting compliments and admitting mistakes to standing by personal values and setting boundaries against external judgment. Key Confidence Points The Mind as a Garden: Exploring James Allen's classic concept in As a Man Thinketh. How the thoughts we feed our minds either cultivate a thriving garden or allow weeds to take over. The Impact of Present Parenting: How consistent support and presence from parents build a foundational safety net and lasting self-worth in children. Live Self-Image Assessment: Chris and Angela go back-and-forth answering litmus-test questions on accepting faults, needing validation, and being comfortable spending time alone. Reframing Comparison: Turning everyday comparison and potential envy into actionable inspiration and personal growth. Protecting Your Personal Growth: Why taking ownership of your self-image allows you to accept positive encouragement while shielding yourself from negative influences.

3. 

   24 Sept 2026

   Don't Spill Your Energy: Reframing Unkind Words into Personal Empowerment

   How can learning to reframe difficult childhood interactions empower both parents and adults to navigate emotional energy and adult bullying? In this episode of The Slight Shift Show, hosts Chris and Angela dive into the world of social dynamics, parenting, and emotional resilience. Prompted by a recent schoolyard challenge experienced by Angela's daughter, the conversation explores how early interactions shape our adult perspectives. Together, they discuss actionable strategies for handling negativity, defusing conflict, and taking control of internal responses. Key Discussion Points: Reframing & The Power of "Thank You": Simple tactics to de-escalate teasing, including using gratitude to neutralize mean-spirited tone. Adults as "Older Children": Understanding that adult bullying stems from the same internal insecurities and attention-seeking behaviors seen in childhood. Managing Emotional Energy: The "coffee cup" metaphor, recognizing that what spills out during life's bumps depends on what you allow inside. The Martial Arts Approach (ABCs): Applying awareness, boundaries, and self-defense principles to daily emotional challenges. Always Be Caring: Shifting focus toward caring for oneself, minding personal energy, and practicing self-compassion.

Who has been a guest on The Balanced Warrior Podcast

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• Keith Winkle
• Paul Melella
• Coach Chris
• Michael Mertens
• Matt Toresco

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