Realign Your Life & Purpose (When You Feel Stuck) with Camille Miller

What do you do when the life you built no longer feels like it fits?

In this episode of GenX Journeys, I’m joined by Camille Miller—three-time bestselling author, business designer, and founder of the Soul Professional Movement. Together, we explore what it means to step out of alignment… and how to find your way back.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, restless, or like something is missing—even when everything looks “right” on paper—this conversation will resonate.

We talk about reinvention, authenticity, and why GenXers, in particular, are uniquely wired to evolve, adapt, and build something more meaningful in this next chapter of life.

🔑 In This Episode, We Discuss:

• Why so many people feel out of alignment after years in traditional careers

• The shift from stability to purpose-driven work

• How authenticity attracts new opportunities

• Letting go of identities that no longer serve you

• The importance of community and surrounding yourself with the right people

• Simple ways to begin realigning your life and purpose

✍️ A Simple Exercise to Get Started

Camille shares a powerful starting point:

Take a piece of paper and write down:

• What you want in your life moving forward

• What you no longer want or will no longer accept

From there, start building a life that aligns with who you are today—not who you used to be.

🌍 About Camille Miller

Camille Miller is a three-time bestselling author and the founder of the Soul Professional Movement, a global community helping individuals create purpose-driven businesses and lives aligned with their authentic selves.

🌐 Learn more: https://soulprofessional.com

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Keeping the 80s Alive: Inside the Rubixx Experience

What happens when the soundtrack of the 1980s comes roaring back to life with big vocals, big energy, and a whole lot of heart?

In this episode of GenX Journeys, Paul is joined by GenX Book Club co-host Suzanne Mattaboni for a lively conversation with Rob and Lisa of Rubixx, one of the country’s premier 80s tribute bands. Together, they dive into what makes 80s music so unforgettable, how Rubixx creates a full-on experience rather than just a performance, and why the songs of that decade still bring people together across generations.

Rob and Lisa share the origin story of the band, how they build their setlists to keep audiences singing and dancing, and the fun behind the costumes, visuals, movie-theme medleys, duets, and onstage chemistry that make a Rubixx show feel like a time machine with amplifiers.

The conversation also explores the magic of MTV, the power of 80s soundtracks, the wide range of genres that defined the decade, and the challenge of performing these iconic songs live while keeping their energy intact. Along the way, there are plenty of laughs, behind-the-scenes stories, and a clear love for the music that shaped a generation.

Whether you were raised on synth-pop, power ballads, movie anthems, freestyle, new wave, or arena rock, this episode is a celebration of the music, memories, and community that still make the 80s hit hard today.

In this episode:

• How Rubixx came together and evolved into the band it is today

• Why 80s music still resonates so deeply with audiences

• The art of creating a full visual and musical experience on stage

• Favorite crowd-pleasers, duets, and movie-theme moments

• The influence of MTV on music, fashion, and identity

• Songs that are tougher to perform than they sound

• Why authenticity, camaraderie, and zero ego matter in a live band

• Upcoming shows and where to find Rubixx online

If you love 80s music, live performance, and stories about people keeping the spirit of a generation alive, this one is for you.

Connect with Rubixx

🎥 TikTok: @RubixxBand

📷 Instagram: RubixxBand

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rubixxband

📺 YouTube: @RubixxBand

Suzanne Mattaboni

📖 Suzanne Mattaboni (Author of Once in a Lifetime)
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🔹 Visit her at suzannemattaboni.com
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A Marine’s Return to Faith: Louie Alessio on Healing, Purpose, and Redemption

In this powerful episode of GenX Journeys, Paul welcomes Louie Alessio — a retired Marine who served 25 years, a husband, father, teacher in his parish, and author of the upcoming book So There I Was… Out of Ammo.

Louie shares his story of growing up Catholic in Youngstown, Ohio, drifting away from faith, serving in the Marines, and eventually confronting the emotional and spiritual weight of transition, regret, and moral injury after retirement. What followed was not just a return to Church, but a profound rediscovery of faith, healing, purpose, and mercy.

Together, Paul and Louie discuss military life, identity after service, the challenges of civilian transition, the pull of social media and modern distraction, the importance of prayer, and how faith can reshape the way we show up for our families and the world around us.

Louie also opens up about a dark season after retirement, the divine timing that helped save his life, and how that turning point led him back to the Church and into a new mission of helping others through writing, ministry, and witness.

This is a moving conversation about resilience, redemption, and the reminder that sometimes the road back becomes the most important journey of all.

In this episode:

• Louie’s Catholic upbringing in Youngstown, Ohio

• Why he chose to follow his brother into the Marine Corps

• What 25 years of military service taught him about discipline, character, and identity

• How virtues can become distorted without a deeper moral foundation

• What “moral injury” means and how it can surface after service

• The difficulty of transitioning out of the military and back into civilian life

• Louie’s darkest season after retirement and the intervention that changed everything

• How a faith-based veterans program helped awaken something in him

• Returning to Mass after decades away

• How faith transformed his outlook as a husband, father, veteran, and man

• The impact of prayer, compassion, and empathy in everyday life

• Why he began writing about healing, faith, and purpose

• His upcoming book, So There I Was… Out of Ammo

• A message of hope for anyone who feels distant from faith or unsure how to find their way back

Connect with Louie Alessio

📘 Facebook: Louie Alessio

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GenX Journeys: Stuck in the '80s with Steve Spears

Steve Spears, creator and co-host of Stuck in the ’80s, joins Paul Stroessner and Suzanne Mattaboni to celebrate 20 years of 80s podcasting—and to discuss his new book, Stuck in the ’80s: 20 Years of Conversations with Pop Culture Icons Who Defined the Decade. From early podcasting chaos to unforgettable celebrity interviews and the community built along the way, this episode is a nostalgic deep dive into the decade that still connects us.

Steve joins us to talk about his brand-new book:

Stuck in the ’80s: 20 Years of Conversations with Pop Culture Icons Who Defined the Decade

The book pulls together stories, reflections, behind-the-scenes moments, and lessons learned from more than two decades of interviewing the artists, actors, and cultural figures who shaped Generation X.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How Stuck in the ’80s began as a newspaper assignment in the early days of podcasting

• What it was like recording episodes with handheld mics at a cafeteria table

• The nerves (and occasional nausea!) before interviewing legends

• Interview “misfires” and what they taught Steve about preparation and connection

• Why the best interviews happen when you drop the script and just have a conversation

• How writing the book changed Steve’s perspective on 20 years of work

• The powerful sense of community built around shared 80s memories

• The wild fun of The 80s Cruise, theme nights, and Steve’s legendary trivia sessions

• Why nostalgia isn’t about being “stuck” — it’s about shared identity and connection

Steve’s book is available through major retailers, and fans of the podcast will love the added context, behind-the-scenes reflections, and personal stories that didn’t always make it into the original episodes.

Connect with Steve Spears

• 🌎 Website: SIT80s.com

• Stuck in the '80s Podcast can be found on all podcast apps

• Order Stuck in the '80s: 20 Years of Conversations with Pop Culture Icons Who Defined a Decade on Amazon

• Book: Stuck in the ’80s: 20 Years of Conversations with Pop Culture Icons Who Defined the Decade

Connect with Suzanne Mattaboni

🔹 Get her book anywhere books are sold, including Kindle Unlimited and onceinalifetimenovel.com
🔹 Visit her at suzannemattaboni.com
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GenX Journeys: Huey Lewis and the News

Put on your skinny tie, crank the horn section, and try not to “black out” when you meet your heroes. 😄
In this roundtable episode, Paul is joined by GenX Book Club cohorts Suzanne Mattaboni and Del Roehling, plus special guests Caroline Connelly and Claire Young (from St. Louis, proudly repping their Huey shrine/koozie energy), to celebrate the music, movies, memories, and mythos of Huey Lewis and the News.

We talk iconic hits, deep cuts, MTV-era videos, Back to the Future perfection, We Are the World, the “Ghostbusters” lawsuit, and Huey’s later-life health challenges—plus a detour into 80s cruises, costumes, and the kind of friendship origin story you only get when someone barges into your office and says, “We’re going on a boat.”

What You’ll Hear in This Episode

• How Huey Lewis accidentally became the reason an entire friend group (and a whole company!) exists

• First Huey memories: MTV, family road trips, and that Back to the Future opening scene that still hits every time

• Album talk: Picture This, Sports, Fore!, and favorite tracks (including the underrated ones)

• Huey’s Meniere’s disease and how it changed his relationship with music and performing

• The legendary We Are the World documentary moments

• The American Psycho “Hip to Be Square” cultural imprint (and Huey’s spoof with Weird Al)

• Meeting Huey in person… and the extremely relatable “I blacked out” phenomenon

• Back to the Future: The Musical and its extra love letter to Huey

• Bonus: 80s Cruise talk—lineups, traditions, costumes, and why the bathtub had to be sacrificed

Guests & Links

Caroline Connelly + Claire Young (Clocktower Experiences)

Website: ClocktowerEXM.com
(Events, festivals, activations, fashion shows, tournaments, and more)

📖 Suzanne Mattaboni (Author of Once in a Lifetime)
🔹 Get her book anywhere books are sold, including Kindle Unlimited and onceinalifetimenovel.com
🔹 Visit her at suzannemattaboni.com
🔹 Follow Suzanne:

• 📷 Instagram: @suzannemattaboni80s

• 🐦 X: @suzmattaboni

• 📘 Facebook: Suzanne Mattaboni

🎙️ Del Roehling (Host of 80s at 8 on 91.1 WEDM FM)
🔹 Tune in to 80s at 8 for all your favorite throwback tunes
🔹 Get your daily dose of ‘80s news on the 80s at 8 Facebook page

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GenX Journeys: Walking on Sunshine: Self-Love, Voice, and the Power of Choosing to Live with Sanet Van Breda

What does it really mean to choose life?

In this episode of GenX Journeys, Paul sits down with Sanet van Breda—a global community builder, voice amplifier, and passionate advocate for self-love—to explore how one powerful decision can change everything.

Sanet shares her deeply personal journey of transformation, beginning with a moment of brutal honesty in front of the mirror and leading to a life rooted in purpose, joy, and service. Through self-love, mindfulness, and the courage to use her voice, she didn’t just change her own life—she began creating ripple effects that have touched people across the world.

This conversation dives into:

• Choosing life when everything feels heavy

• Reclaiming your voice after years of self-doubt

• How self-love becomes the foundation for confidence and boundaries

• The power of community, storytelling, and being truly seen

• Why it’s never too late to rediscover your spark

With warmth, humor, and plenty of heart, this episode is a reminder that your story matters—and that even the smallest shift can lead to profound change.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, unseen, or unsure of your next step, this conversation is for you.

Connect with Sanet van Breda

Website: https://selflove4me.com
Facebook Group (Women): Diamond Beauties Forever
Facebook Group (Men): Tanzanite Heroes

Instagram: @sanetvanbreda/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanet-van-breda/

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🎤 Until next time—embrace the past, own the present, and build an epic future!

1980s Now & GenX Always — A Conversation with Will Padilla

I’m joined by the multi-talented and endlessly creative Will Padilla — host of the hit podcast 1980s Now, composer, writer, actor, and author of Totally Bogus But True: Tales of the 1980s.

If you grew up loving breakdancing battles, MTV, Knight Rider, The A-Team, Beastie Boys, or the neon-soaked energy of the 80s… this conversation will feel like coming home.

But this episode isn’t just nostalgia.
It’s creative reinvention, GenX resilience, and the reminder that it’s never too late to return to the passions you thought you left behind.

✨ In This Episode We Dive Into:

🔥 Will’s journey from the theater world of NYC to rediscovering his creative voice decades later
🔥 How podcasting became his gateway back into storytelling and the arts
🔥 Why the 1980s still captivate us — and how the decade continues to influence pop culture today
🔥 Landing interviews with icons like Nina Blackwood, Diane Franklin, and Cassandra Peterson (Elvira)
🔥 Writing his book of bizarre-but-true 80s stories — and the massive leap into publishing
🔥 The parallels between writing a book and running a marathon
🔥 The GenX creative comeback: why so many of us are returning to the passions we buried long ago
🔥 Breakdancing battles, Beastie Boys fandom, and chasing down DMC as a dream guest
🔥 Our lightning round: favorite 80s music, celebrity crushes, and the shows that shaped us

This conversation is packed with heart, humor, creativity, and classic GenX spirit — the drive to reinvent, rediscover, and keep moving forward, one step at a time.

📚 Will’s Book

Totally Bogus But True: Tales of the 1980s
Available on Bookshop.org and Amazon.

🎧 Listen to Will’s Podcast

1980s Now — a smart, funny, nostalgia-driven deep dive into the pop culture that shaped us and continues shaping the world today.

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Website

https://1980snow.com/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/1980snow

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https://www.instagram.com/1980snowpod

TikTok

https://www.tiktok.com/@1980snow

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GenX Journeys: Reinvention at Any Age with Terry Yoffe

I’m joined by the extraordinary Terry Yoffe — an 83-year-young business and communications coach, speaker, and podcaster who proves that it’s never too late to grow, evolve, and reinvent yourself.

Terry’s story is a masterclass in resilience: from overcoming childhood challenges, to building a thriving career in sales without experience, to launching a coaching practice at 60, to starting her own podcast at 78, and now stepping onto stages as a speaker.

She brings the wisdom of someone who has lived reinvention again and again — and has the mindset and energy of someone decades younger.

We dive into what holds people back, how to move through fear, why age is truly just a number, and how Gen Xers (and anyone midlife and beyond) can create a powerful next chapter.

I also share a big personal milestone of my own — finally finishing the Marine Corps Marathon after missing the time cutoff last year. Perseverance, discipline, and trusting the process carried me through.

This conversation is packed with insight, humor, tough love, and the reminder that your best chapters may still be ahead of you.

In This Episode We Talk About:

• My Marine Corps Marathon comeback and what it taught me

• Terry’s lifelong pattern of reinvention (60s… 70s… 80s… and still going)

• How to make a career or life pivot when you feel stuck

• Why fear keeps us clinging to the “old trapeze”

• Viewing setbacks as redirection — not failure

• Why Gen Xers tend to feel younger than our age

• The power of self-advocacy and asking for what you want

• What companies gain when they blend younger and older generations

• How to turn inward and identify what’s really holding you back

• Terry’s latest chapter: speaking, inspiring, and rewriting the rules of aging

Connect with Terry Yoffe

• https://trycoaching.com/

• Facebook

• Instagram

• YouTube

• Extraordinary Work: Conversations About Creating Change (available on all podcast apps)

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GenX Journeys: Caregiving, Resilience & Finding Yourself Again with Shellie Stark

On this episode of GenX Journeys, Paul welcomes Shellie Stark—creative entrepreneur, guided meditation instructor, and host of the brand-new Seen & Supported podcast. Shellie opens up about becoming a caregiver for her mom during and after the pandemic, how she gradually lost pieces of herself, and the exact steps she used to find her way back.

We dig into practical tools Gen Xers can use right now—especially those caring for aging parents while juggling everything else.

What we cover

• How caregiving can slowly make you disappear—and how to notice it

• Shellie’s 3 core tips to begin finding yourself again:

• Ask for help (use your voice, say “yes” to support)

• Regulate your nervous system (simple 5-count box breathing)

• Small, consistent self-care (10 minutes to breathe, step outside, a routine that makes you feel good)

• Building community when you don’t think you have one (family, friends, friends-of-loved-ones)

• Daily non-negotiables: affirmations on sticky notes, short morning meditation, hydration, Scripture, scheduling connection time, getting outdoors

• Shellie’s clean beauty brand IHP Beauty (I Have Peace Beauty)—why she created toxin-free products after an allergic reaction, and how beauty begins within

Connect with Shellie Stark

Website: https://www.shelliestark.com/

YouTube: Seen & Supported with Shellie Stark

Instagram: @iamshelliestark

Twitter/X: @iamshelliestark

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shellie-stark-6b493227a

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🎤 Until next time—embrace the past, own the present, and build an epic future!

Fitness, Mindset & Midlife Confidence with Lydia Magnoli

Midlife isn’t the beginning of the end — it’s the beginning of your encore. 💥

In this episode of GenX Journeys, Paul sits down with Lydia Magnoli, online fitness coach, content creator, and founder of The Magnoli Method app. Lydia opens up about leaving a “safe” tenured job as a school psychologist to follow her true calling, losing 65+ pounds naturally, and helping women over 40 build strength, confidence, and healthier habits without a gym.

You’ll hear about:

• 🎭 Reinvention after 40: trusting the inner voice when others doubt you

• 💪 Why fitness after 40 is about energy and confidence, not just looks

• 🧘 The power of discipline vs. motivation (and daily practices that stick)

• 🥗 How small habit shifts lead to big transformations

• 📲 How Lydia’s Magnoli Method app and coaching programs empower women to thrive

Plus, stick around for some GenX fun: Lydia shares her favorite artists, her workout playlist go-tos, and her ‘80s/’90s crush.

Whether you’re ready to reinvent your career, your health, or your mindset — this episode will remind you: it’s never too late.

Connect with Lydia Magnoli

• App: The Magnoli Method (Apple & Android)

• Website: http://www.lydiamagnoli.com/

• YouTube: Lydia Magnoli

• Instagram: @lydia.magnoli

• TikTok: @lydiamagnoli

• LinkedIn: @LydiaMagnoli

• Coaching: DM Lydia on Instagram for info on the Sculpt 21 Challenge

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🎤 Until next time—embrace the past, own the present, and build an epic future!

Unlocking Inner Power with Neal Bakshi

In this deeply inspiring episode, Paul is joined by spiritual guide, author, and former Goldman Sachs VP Neal Bakshi, whose bold journey from Wall Street to worldwide healing retreats embodies everything GenX Journeys stands for: reinvention, purpose, and soul alignment.

💻 After narrowly recovering from a laptop disaster (kombucha meets keyboard!), Paul reflects on synchronicity and gratitude—and how sometimes, the universe has your back even when it doesn’t feel like it.

From there, Paul and Neal dive into:

✨ Grief and Transformation – How the sudden loss of Neal’s mother became a catalyst for his spiritual awakening and personal realignment.

🧘 Meditation, Breathwork & Inner Balance – Why slowing down and going within is the antidote to modern chaos. (Yes, even for those who “can’t meditate.”)

🌍 Letting Go & Living Intentionally – Tools for releasing what no longer serves you, tuning into synchronicity, and tapping into the power of your own awareness.

📿 From Finance to Faith – Neal’s shift from investment banking to energy healing, sacred ceremonies, and writing Banking on Angels, a book rooted in gratitude, alignment, and self-empowerment.

🌀 Energetic Alignment & Chakras in Leadership – A sneak peek at Neal’s upcoming book Seven Chakras of Leadership, co-authored with Dr. Zohra Damani, and how conscious leadership can transform not just businesses—but the world.

🎧 Whether you're seeking peace, purpose, or simply a new lens to view your journey—this episode is a powerful reminder:
You don’t manifest what you want. You manifest who you are.

🔗 Connect with Neal Bakshi
Website: nealbakshi.com
Instagram: @nealbakshi

TikTok: @nealbakshi

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nealbakshi/
Book: Banking on Angels – Available now
New Release: Seven Chakras of Leadership – Coming soon!

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🎤 Until next time—embrace the past, own the present, and build an epic future!

GenX Journeys x The Long Rewind: ‘80s Movie Soundtracks

Get ready to crank up the volume and rewind the tape as GenX Journeys joins forces with The Long Rewind for an epic crossover episode all about ‘80s Movie Soundtracks!

This is Paul’s first official crossover episode, released both on GenX Journeys and The Long Rewind feeds—so no matter where you’re tuning in, you’re in for a rad ride through one of the best parts of ‘80s pop culture.

In this episode:
🎵 Paul and Dustin share their earliest memories of movie soundtracks, and the albums that first hooked them on cinematic music.
🎶 They discuss why soundtracks exploded in popularity during the 1980s, shaping both the music and film industries in unforgettable ways.
💿 They run through some of the biggest-selling soundtracks of the decade, from chart-topping blockbusters to beloved cult classics.
🔥 Finally, they each reveal their personal Top 10 favorite ‘80s soundtracks—expect some classics, a few surprises, and a whole lot of nostalgia.

The Long Rewind
🎙️ Hosts: Dustin Morrow & Lisa Molinelli
🔗 Listen anywhere you get podcasts!

🛠 Note from Paul: There are a few spots where my audio quality dips a bit because my trusty Blue Snowball mic finally decided to retire after 9 years. RIP Blue Snowball. But don’t worry—the conversation is still awesome and totally worth the listen!

Enjoy the episode—and let us know your own favorite ‘80s soundtracks!

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Cynthia Lok’s Journey Through Song and Spirit

In this soul-stirring episode of GenX Journeys, Paul sits down with singer-songwriter and worship leader Cynthia Lok to talk about the power of music, faith, and rediscovery.

💫 Cynthia opens up about the defining moment that reignited her spiritual journey—and how that path led her into the world of music and songwriting. With raw honesty and contagious energy, she shares how her faith took center stage in her life, and how her songs are helping others find their way back to hope and healing.

🎶 We dive into the story behind her breakout single “The Breaker”—a bold, prophetic anthem that has moved hearts and turned listeners back toward God. Cynthia also offers heartfelt advice for anyone feeling distant from their spiritual roots or wondering how to reconnect with their faith.

Whether you’re on your own spiritual journey, love stories of transformation, or just want to hear how one voice can spark real change—this episode is for you.

🔊 In this episode:

• How Cynthia dove headfirst into her faith

• The surprising way she found her voice through music

• Her creative process as a songwriter

• The impact her music has had on others

• What The Breaker means to her—and to her listeners

• Encouragement for those seeking to reconnect with faith

🛤️ GenX Journeys is all about rediscovery, reinvention, and resilience. This episode is a perfect reminder that no matter where you are in life—it’s never too late to sing a new song.

🎧 Available now on all podcast platforms!
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🌟 Connect with Cynthia Lok
🎵 Website: cynthialokmusic.com
📷 Instagram: @cynthialokmusic
📘 Facebook: facebook.com/cynthialokmusic
🕊️ Join Her Community: The Wholly Devoted Ones

🎧 Listen to Cynthia's Music On:
✅ Spotify
✅ Apple Music
✅ Amazon Music
✅ YouTube
✅ SoundCloud

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The Power of Signing Up

This week on GenX Journeys, I’m officially hitting the pavement—again.

After months of knowing it was coming, I finally pulled the trigger and signed up for the 50th Marine Corps Marathon. But here’s the thing: even though I knew I was going to do it, something shifted the moment I actually signed up. That one action sparked a wave of motivation, momentum, and commitment I hadn’t felt in a while.

In this episode, I talk about:

• Why physically signing up or speaking your goals out loud creates a powerful mental shift

• How small steps like Day 1 of the Couch to 10K plan can reignite your fire

• What it felt like to return to the Boston Marathon as a spectator for the 4th year in a row

• Shoutouts to my amazing friends Kerri Nelson and Maurice Lowman, who crossed the Boston finish line this year like absolute champs

• And how seeing people of all backgrounds and abilities out there reminded me what resilience and reinvention really look like

Whether you’re chasing a marathon, a creative dream, or a comeback in your life—it all starts with one decision. This episode is your reminder to stop waiting and start moving.

🎧 Listen now and let’s take that first step—together.

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🎤 Until next time—embrace the past, own the present, and build an epic future!

Spring Forward (Even When You Feel Stuck)

The calendar says spring… but let’s be honest — sometimes life still feels like winter.
If you’ve been feeling stuck, restless, or like you’re waiting for a spark that just won’t come, this episode is for you.

Join Paul Stroessner as he explores what it really means to “spring forward” when your energy is low, your mind feels cluttered, and your motivation is in hibernation.
You’ll learn how to recognize the signs that change is already stirring inside you — even if it doesn’t feel like it — and discover 5 simple ways to create momentum without overhauling your life.

Because blooming doesn’t require permission.
You don’t have to feel ready.
You just have to begin.

In this episode:
🌱 Why “feeling stuck” might actually be a sign of growth
💡 How to recognize the subtle signals that you’re ready for change
📦 5 ways to spark movement, clarity, and joy — without needing to “fix” your whole life
🔥 A motivational close that will remind you of your strength, your power, and your timing

Mentioned in this episode:

• The concept of micro-goals and how they shift identity

• “You’re the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with” — and why your digital input counts

• Reconnecting with past joys as a path to rediscovering yourself

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🌎 Connect with Me

📩 Email: paul@genxjourneys.net
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🎤 Until next time—embrace the past, own the present, and build an epic future!

From Mixtapes to Spotify: How Nostalgia Can Be a Superpower

Why does hearing just a few seconds of a song from the ‘80s or ‘90s instantly transport you back in time? Whether it’s your childhood bedroom, cruising with friends, or staying up way too late watching Headbangers Ball, music isn’t just something we listen to—it’s wired into our memories.

In this episode, we dive deep into the power of music nostalgia and how we can use it to fuel motivation, resilience, and personal growth.

In This Episode, We Cover:

✅ Why music nostalgia is so powerful (hint: science backs it up!)
✅ How the shift from mixtapes to Spotify changed our connection to music
✅ The secret way nostalgia can be a superpower for motivation
✅ How one album (Rocky IV soundtrack, of course) helped push me through grueling cross-country training runs
✅ The Resilience Playlist Challenge—build your ultimate motivational mixtape!

🔥 The Challenge: Build Your Resilience Playlist!

Pick songs that:
✔️ Remind you of a time when you felt unstoppable
✔️ Bring back a moment when you proved something to yourself
✔️ Fire you up when you need a push

🎧 What’s on your Resilience Playlist? I want to hear from you!

🎧 Listen & Subscribe

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🌎 Connect with Me

📩 Email: paul@genxjourneys.net
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🐦 Twitter/X: @Returntothe80s
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💡 If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review or share it with a fellow GenXer—let’s keep this community growing!

🎤 Until next time—embrace the past, own the present, and build an epic future!

GenX Journeys: Real-Life Lessons from St. Elmo’s Fire

In this episode of GenX Journeys, we’re diving into one of the most iconic Brat Pack films of the ‘80s—St. Elmo’s Fire! This classic film perfectly captures the chaos, confusion, and camaraderie of life after college, and believe it or not, there are some powerful life lessons tucked inside all the drama.

From shifting friendships to messy love, from defining success to stepping into the unknown, this movie still resonates decades later. And just like the characters in St. Elmo’s Fire, we’re all on our own journeys—figuring it out as we go.

In This Episode, We’ll Cover:

✔️ How friendships evolve over time—and why that’s okay
✔️ The hard truth about love, relationships, and why some are only meant for a season
✔️ Success isn’t a one-size-fits-all concept—so what does it mean for you?
✔️ The pressure to have life all figured out—and why that’s a myth
✔️ Why you are exactly where you need to be right now—but you won’t stay here

This is one of the most fire-up episodes I’ve done yet (see what I did there?), so buckle up, hit play, and let’s break it all down.

🎤 Question for You: What are YOUR St. Elmo’s Fire moments? Have you ever looked back at your younger self and realized how much you’ve grown? Let’s talk about it! Drop a comment or connect with me on social media, or email me.

Connect with Me!

🌎 Website: https://genxjourneys.net/
📩 Email: paul@genxjourneys.net
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📷 Instagram: @GenXJourneys
🐦 Twitter/X: @Returntothe80s
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Thank you for listening! And as always—embrace the past, own the present, and build an epic future!

The Power of Reinvention with Craig Siegel

Guest: Craig Siegel, Founder of CLS and author of The Reinvention Formula

Episode Highlights:
🔹 From Wall Street to CLS – Craig’s bold leap from finance to building a purpose-driven personal development brand.
🔹 Going After Your Purpose – Why waiting for the "perfect moment" is a myth and how to take action now.
🔹 The Reinvention Formula – Insights from Craig’s book on mindset shifts and overcoming self-doubt.
🔹 Spirituality & Growth – How practices like Kabbalah shape Craig’s perspective on personal transformation.
🔹 Running & Connection – How running isn’t just physical—it’s a tool for mental clarity, connection, and even spiritual awakening.
🔹 Lessons for GenXers & Beyond – How we can all embrace reinvention, no matter where we are in life.

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Contact Craig

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Get Craig's book, The Reinvention Formula: How to Unlock a Bulletproof Mindset to Upgrade Your Life wherever you get books.

Subscribe and listen to the podcast The CLS Experience with Craig Siegel on any podcast app.

Web Site: https://www.cultivatelastingsymphony.com/

Instagram: @craigsiegel_cls

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Also, check out Craig's Ted Talk on YouTube

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Connect with Me!

🌎 Website: https://genxjourneys.net/
📩 Email: paul@genxjourneys.net
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📷 Instagram: @GenXJourneys
🐦 Twitter/X: @Returntothe80s
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Thank you for listening! And as always—embrace the past, own the present, and build an epic future!

This is GenX Journeys: A New Chapter Begins

Welcome to GenX Journeys! In this debut episode, I’m taking you through the journey that led to this moment. From my early days creating Return to the ’80s to launching Journey of the Rhode Runner, and eventually rebranding into Inspiring Journeys, every step has led me to GenX Journeys—a place where passion, purpose, and the GenX experience collide.

You’ll hear how a single comment from the legendary Diane Franklin sparked an epiphany, allowing me to finally merge my love for nostalgia, storytelling, and personal development into one powerful platform.

I also break down what GenX Journeys is all about, including:
✅ The GenX Journeys Podcast – featuring inspiring conversations and actionable insights
✅ Throwback Thursday – Classic episodes and pop culture nostalgia
✅ Power Surge Fridays – Quick bursts of motivation to fuel your weekend
✅ The GenX Book Club – A monthly deep dive into books that inspire and entertain
✅ The GenX Journeys Newsletter – Exclusive content straight to your inbox
✅ Future plans, including a private community for deeper discussions

Plus, I share a powerful lesson on rediscovering your passions. Your purpose may have always been there—you just need to reconnect with it!

Episode Highlights

🎤 The origins of Return to the ’80s and how it evolved
🚀 My struggle to combine nostalgia and personal development—and the lightbulb moment that made it all click
📖 How the GenX Book Club played a key role in shaping this new journey
🔥 The importance of passion and how looking back can help you move forward
🎧 What to expect from GenX Journeys moving forward

Connect with Me!

🌎 Website: https://genxjourneys.net/
📩 Email: paul@genxjourneys.net
📺 YouTube: @GenXJourneys
📷 Instagram: @GenXJourneys
🐦 Twitter/X: @Returntothe80s
📘 Facebook: GenXJourneys

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👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with fellow GenXers who are ready to rediscover, reinvent, and thrive!