Human Up

I’m trying something new here and recording my podcasts all in one-take and on video! You can watch it on Youtube, “Human Up” (https://youtu.be/OoHzVBZbhi4).Coming up on 2 years since leaving my corporate job now, I’m struggling with sustaining my creative endeavors here in this podcast, in my writing, in my life coaching.I don’t have answers for you in this episode. But smoke up some of that green and chill with me as I process this transitional time for me right now.-------------------------------------I guide 420-friendly meditations every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 5pm Pacific. Register free at http://bit.ly/cannaconnections.Follow the Instagram page for this podcast: http://instagram.com/humanuppodcastJoin the Emotion Dojo for Asian men to improve your creativity and decision-making skills: https://bit.ly/emotiondojo.Download the “9 Ways To Become A Fulfilled, Badass Asian Dude”: http://badassasiandudes.com/subscribe.If you get value out of this podcast, consider supporting me to keep this show going: https:

This is a recording of a live meditation "sesh-in" (no script) that I host twice a month on Tuesdays at http://bit.ly/cannaconnections.For maximum effect, you can use cannabis consciously to deepen your experience in reconnecting to your body.-------------------------------------Become a member of the Emotion Dojo for Asian men to improve your creativity and decision-making skills: https://bit.ly/emotiondojo.Download the “9 Ways To Become A Fulfilled, Badass Asian Dude”: http://badassasiandudes.com/subscribe.If you get value out of this podcast, consider supporting me to keep this show going: https://bit.ly/humanuppodcastdonation.If you’re a reader, clap for my writing on Medium: http://victorung.medium.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, I’m sharing a recording of a FB live I was invited to by Clover Lam, creator of the community, Unconventional Asians. With her community, her mission is to encourage Asians to think and act outside of the box and breaking free from the stereotypes that's limiting us from our fullest potential. In her weekly FB lives, she offers herself up as “a client” for other coaches, experts, and therapists to help her through a personal struggle of hers. I figured this would be a good opportunity to share that session with you here as well to get a sense of what coaching could look like for you, as well as my coaching style.You can watch the video version in her FB group: https://fb.watch/1vjYvrFJOq.Connect with Clover: https://www.facebook.com/cloverlam-------------------------------------Follow the Instagram page for this podcast: http://instagram.com/humanuppodcastBecome a member of the Emotion Dojo for Asian men to improve your creativity and decision-making skills: https://bit.ly/emotiondojo.Download the

This week, I read the blog post I wrote under the same title. You can read and follow along at http://victorung.medium.com.-------------------------------------Follow the Instagram page for this podcast: http://instagram.com/humanuppodcastBecome a member of the Emotion Dojo for Asian men to improve your creativity and decision-making skills: https://victorung.com/membership.If you get value out of this podcast, consider supporting me to keep this show going: https://bit.ly/humanuppodcastdonation.Get access to a free 90-min Emotional Intelligence 101 Training at: http://victorung.com/eqtraining.Connect with other Badass Asian Dudes, say I sent you! http://facebook.com/groups/badassasiandudes.If you’re a reader, clap for my writing on Medium: http://victorung.medium.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, I bring on Jeff Harry, a Positive Psychology and Play Coach. He helps individuals, schools, and businesses invite more play into their lives and work. Personally, in my “adulting” process, I left behind so much of my own sense of play, my child-like sense of wonder. I became super serious, responsible, and the “Model Minority”. And I lost access to joy.Here’s how we can get that back.Connect with Jeff on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jeffharryplays/Learn more about Jeff and his work: https://www.rediscoveryourplay.com/media-------------------------------------Follow the Instagram page for this podcast: http://instagram.com/humanuppodcastJoin the Facebook community: http://facebook.com/groups/cannaconnections.Become a member of the Emotion Dojo for Asian men to improve your creativity and decision-making skills: https://victorung.com/membership.Take this 10-min survey to get a complimentary cannabis coaching session with me: https://bit.ly/CannabisMeditationSurvey.If you get value out of this podcas

This week, I bring on Abby Stoddard, pharmacist and founder of Client Centered Network, a platform that connects medical marijuana patients and dispensaries to the right education, resources, and coaching.Join her network: https://www.clientcn.com.Connect on Instagram: http://instagram.com/clientcenterednewtork-------------------------------------Follow the Instagram page for this podcast: http://instagram.com/humanuppodcastJoin the Facebook community: http://facebook.com/groups/cannaconnections.Sign up for the 4-Week Cannabis Mediation Course + goodies! http://bit.ly/cannabismeditationcourse.Take this 10-min survey to get a complimentary cannabis coaching session with me: https://bit.ly/CannabisMeditationSurvey.If you get value out of this podcast, consider supporting me to keep this show going: https://bit.ly/humanuppodcastdonation.Become a member of the Emotion Dojo for Asian men to improve your creativity and decision-making skills: https://victorung.com/membership.Get access to a free 90-min Emotional In

Believe it or not, I used to judge people for smoking weed. I thought of them as having lower intelligence, lazy, and irresponsible. I used to also judge the more creative kids in my school for pursuing something I thought was vain and unstable. But after trying to be “cool” by giving up my own quirks and creative joys, I realized I was leaving behind so much of my own life. And after a lonely high school and college freshmen experience, still never even so far as had my first kiss, I finally decided to try weed when my trusted friend invited me.Since then, I’ve even expanded into using cannabis in my meditation practice to help me deepen my focus and insight into myself, which has allowed me to learn what it actually means for me to love myself and be confident in myself. And I want to share that with you!-------------------------------------Join the FREE community of Conscious Cannabis users: http://bit.ly/cannabishumans.Sign up for the 4-Week Cannabis Mediation Course/Challenge! http://bit.ly/cannabis

This week, I bring back my friend, Iran Thongdy (from episode 49), to talk about how he uses CBD to cope with anxiety.We talked about:4:50 Iran opening up about his anxiety14:14 CBD helps slow us down so we can think more rationally16:35 Cannabis is not a panacea, but it is a powerful tool for mental and emotional health22:35 How to combine personal development work with cannabis29:50 Seeing a future using cannabis to improve our psychology36:00 Using cannabis and emotional intelligence to learn to trust ourselves46:09 Asian representation in media and mental health as role modelsFollow Iran on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iranthongdyReferenced links:Victor’s Ignite Seattle talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVU02Rz-NI4-------------------------------------Follow the Instagram page for this podcast: http://instagram.com/humanuppodcast or join the Facebook community: http://facebook.com/groups/cannaconnections.Sign up for the 4-Week Cannabis Mediation Course + goodies! http://bit.ly/cannabismeditatio

This week, I bring on Chris Phillips, creator of Art Now Coding, an educational platform to learn how to use code to create generative art. After developing stress-induced chronic pain from burning out at NASA, Chris was able to transition into his new path by helping people with what he’s truly passionate about. And cannabis also played a crucial role in helping him do so.We talked about:5:06 How Chris is using modern day technology to create art10:33 How over stress can create chronic pain15:56 How cannabis helped with burnout and chronic pain18:32 How Chris got into cannabis20:27 How meditation helped improve his emotional intelligence24:06 How do we know we're burning out?29:03 How to spark creativity through cannabis and meditationLearn how to create art with code: Art Now CodingFollow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artnowcoding-------------------------------------Follow the Instagram page for this podcast: http://instagram.com/humanuppodcast or join the Facebook community: http://facebook.c

I talk to serial entrepreneur and CEO of 3 cannabis hardware companies, Seibo Shen about how he uses cannabis to stay focused and productive.We talked about:08:11 Breaking the lazy stoner stigma with cannabis use11:39 Cannabis helped Seibo self-reflect on his cocky ego14:31 Why Seibo started cannabis vaporization companies18:00  How cannabis helped him get past the resistance in feeling emotions rather than intellectualizing them25:48  When did cannabis NOT work?31:57  How to get past the initial dip in discomfort in the journey to self discoveryConnect with him on IG at: http://instagram.com/seiboshen.Use my coupon code “humanup” to get 15% off Seibo’s new vape pen: https://brnrlab.com/product/brnr-test-4.-------------------------------------Follow the Instagram page for this podcast: http://instagram.com/humanuppodcast or join the Facebook community: http://facebook.com/groups/cannaconnections.Attend one of my semimonthly cannabis meditation sessions: http://bit.ly/cannaconnections.Take this

This is recording of a live group cannabis meditation session I hosted a few weeks ago. I decided to convert the recording into a podcast episode for you to come back to to help you meditate while elevated! Make sure to save or bookmark this episode! And share this episode with a friend who wants to meditate with cannabis as well!You can register for the next live session here: http://bit.ly/cannaconnections.-------------------------------------Follow the Instagram page for this podcast: http://instagram.com/humanuppodcast or join the Facebook community: http://facebook.com/groups/cannaconnections.Attend one of my semimonthly cannabis meditation sessions: http://bit.ly/cannaconnections.If you get value out of this podcast, consider supporting me to keep this show going: https://bit.ly/humanuppodcastdonation.Become a member of the Emotion Dojo for Asian men to improve your creativity and decision-making skills: https://victorung.com/membership.Get access to a free 90-min Emotional Intelligence 101 Training at:

I’m so excited to finally share this episode with the amazing, Collette Patricia from Balancing Cannabis, where we talked about the emotional and spiritual healing components of this plant. When combining our consumption with meditation, it’s like working out with ankle weights on, and it frees you up to a whole new source of energy within your biology.We talked about:11:22 How Collette found cannabis as a spiritual tool15:13 Holding spiritual experiences in a virtual space17:22 What does Emotional Intelligence mean?24:16 How Collette learned to use cannabis to manage anxiety and depression36:57 How religion and spirituality plays a role in Collette's meditation44:47 Cannabis is a gateway drug to self-love59:13 How do we find our sense of purpose?Join one of Collette’s meditation sessions: https://www.instagram.com/balancingcannabis-------------------------------------Follow the Instagram page for this podcast: http://instagram.com/humanuppodcast or join the Facebook community: http://facebook.com/groups/cann

In this episode, I demonstrate a powerful exercise I do in my men’s group (aka Emotion Dojo for Asian men) where each man starts with the prompt, “If you really knew me, you’d know that…” It does an amazing job at breaking down the barriers we have as Asian men and to be able to connect deeper with each other’s personal experiences.Please reach out if you’d like to experience this for yourself as well!-------------------------------------Follow the Instagram page for this podcast: http://instagram.com/humanuppodcast.If you get value out of this podcast, consider supporting me to keep this show going: https://bit.ly/humanuppodcastdonation.Get on the waitlist for the Emotion Dojo for Asian men: https://victorung.com/membership.Register for the free EQ and cannabis meditation sessions I’m hosting every other Wednesday! It’s part smoke sesh, part life coaching: https://bit.ly/cannaconnections, or join the Facebook community: http://facebook.com/groups/cannaconnections.Connect with other Badass Asian Dudes, say I

Before I finally started this podcast at the beginning of 2019, I was having deep conversations with friends about many of the topics I explore now, but was overthinking getting started with this podcast. I went through my archives and found this early recording 6 months before officially launching this podcast and thought it would be a great share for someone out there contemplating the same things I was 2 years ago.We talked about: 9:51 Asking mentors the right questions 12:25 Beating ourselves up for lack of progress 14:05 Balancing humility vs celebrating wins 15:37 The privileged mind is susceptible to over-analysis 19:27 Contemplating vulnerability 22:48 Emotional Intelligence is learning how to healthily redirect negative energy 28:35 Finding that one thing that's bigger than ourselves 29:27 Comparing ourselves on social media makes it hard to love ourselves 32:48 The Internet is providing us an abundance mindset-------------------------------------Follow the Instagram page for this podcast: htt

In this episode, I take a break from the amazing guests I’ve had on the show recently to check-in with where I’m at with this podcast and my coaching practice. And I share some ways to identify why you might be feeling stuck right now and what you can do about it.-------------------------------------Follow the Instagram page for this podcast: http://instagram.com/humanuppodcast.If you get value out of this podcast, consider supporting me to keep this show going: https://bit.ly/humanuppodcastdonation.Get on the waitlist for the Virtual Emotional Gym and Community for Asian men: https://victorung.com/membership.Get access to a free 90-min Emotional Intelligence 101 Training at: http://victorung.com/eqtraining.Register for the free EQ and cannabis wellness workshops I’m hosting every other Wednesday! It’s part smoke sesh, part life coaching: https://bit.ly/cannaconnections, or join the Facebook community: http://facebook.com/groups/cannaconnections.Connect with other Badass Asian Dudes, say I sent you! http://fa

In this episode, I spoke with dating coach for Asian men, Rob Wang. We go into the deeper aspects of what creates genuine attraction as an Asian man and how you can develop confidence in not just your dating life, but life in general.We talked about: Rob burned out from corporate and spiraled into depression Dating doesn't have to be complicated Dating doesn't mean leaving behind your true self, your authentic self Attraction comes from the emotional authenticity within What Rob's current work is for himself in dating and relationships Understanding your emotions also means understanding your body Attraction is an emotion and requires awareness Express emotions with "I feel" rather than "I feel like" Being the "Nice guy" vs the "Kind guy" This inner work is not about "fixing" yourself, but embracing yourself Confidence comes from giving yourself permission to have-------------------------------------Connect With Rob: Work with him to become a better guy to date: https://www.greatdateguy.com Faceboo

In this episode, I spoke with sports and success mindset coach, Justin Tsui. After coaching for 15 years and teaching for 20 years in physical education, he now wants to create a deeper impact in education as a whole from outside the school system. He’s now working with students and athletes in helping them answer the question for themselves, “What is it that you really want? How do you actually want to spend your time?”We talked about: How a trip to the hospital changed his life Thought he was focused on what I want, but was really playing by other people's rules instead Developing the emotional muscles through self-awareness Combining physical alpha mentality with emotional frameworks Emotional Intelligence can't be taught, it has to be experienced Emotional Intelligence is learning to trust yourself The winners in life make decisions quickly-------------------------------------Connect With Justin: Join his Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wineachday-------------------------------------

In this episode, I discuss mental health, PTSD, alcohol abuse, and cannabis with The Cannabis Coach, Bradley King. He’s a Certified Life Coach for over 6 years helping people achieve a new way of life. After being sexually abused and spiraling into alcohol and drug abuse, Bradley found the support he needed through 12-step recovery and life coaching. He also learned to properly use cannabis with meditation to help him cope with anxiety and PTSD and is now thriving with his husband and son. Currently, he’s helping others work through their own obstacles through life coaching, cannabis coaching, and public speaking while breaking the stigma of the “stupid stoner.”We talked about: Bradley's recovery from alcohol abuse and PTSD Learning to properly consume cannabis to cope Seeking emotional support from others How combining cannabis with mindfulness helped reduce need for prescription pills-------------------------------------Connect With Bradley: https://cclifecoaching.com https://www.instagram.com/cannabis_

In this episode, I have on as my guest, Sarah Gardner, Membership Director at Hemp Industries Association. She shares her struggle with anxiety, an eating disorder, and being miserable in her work, and how that manifested in her relationships. After a certain point, she realized she was the common denominator that was avoiding facing her demons and decided to make some internal changes.We talked about: How to find the right CBD product How cannabis helped Sarah breathe through pressure How Sarah was miserable selling technology Her uncomfortable awakening to self-care The opposing forces to cannabis education and legalization The many health impacts of the Endocannabinoid System The future for high THC cannabis and hemp What consumers can do to support the hemp industry-------------------------------------Connect With Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-gardner-177095148/ Learn more about HIA and how to get involved: https://thehia.org-------------------------------------If you get value out of t

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Vincent Ramos about his work with at-risk youth and veterans suffering from PTSD and addiction and how cannabis, specifically CBD, has played a huge role in their recovery.We talked about: Who do you help and how do you help them? Mental health isn't talked about enough Working with veterans and CBD Cannabis and working with population at risk of addiction Using cannabis for emotional intelligence Coaching people's health at his CBD store Who needs cannabis coaching?-------------------------------------Connect With Dr. Ramos: https://naturzremedy.com https://www.instagram.com/naturzremedy-------------------------------------If you get value out of this podcast, please support me in maintaining the fees to keep this going: https://bit.ly/humanuppodcastdonation.Get on the waitlist for the Virtual Emotional Gym men’s minds and hearts: https://victorung.com/membership.Connect with other Badass Asian Dudes, say I sent you! http://facebook.com/groups/badassasiandudes.Get acce