Raising Yourself Up

A candle, a blank page, and a promise to go first—that’s how this chapter begins. Author Ben Podcast shares the unpolished reality of writing a spiritual self-help book by hand at dawn, then reading those raw pages aloud to transform them into a living draft. No edits, no hiding, just a simple ritual that trades perfection for momentum and turns a notebook into a book titled, “Punched By An Angel.” Ben walks through the full process—meditation with chakra stones, automatic writing, recording, transcription, and light cleanup—so you can see how ideas move from thought to the pages of a manuscript. Along the way, Ben talks about the creative reset that happens when you limit toxic inputs and curate a cleaner media diet. He explains why stepping away from social feeds brought him back to books, focus, and steadier emotions, and how protecting your attention is the most practical form of spiritual hygiene. From there, Ben gets practical about the body as a vessel: flexibility, hydration, healthy food, and rest as non-negotiables for clear thinking and durable creativity. Ben discusses the shift from brute strength to softness and why feeling well expands your reach. Learn how to turn choices into visible results—plus simple tools like gratitude and affirmations to redirect the mind when it drifts toward fear or scarcity. If you’re a creative or a spiritual seeker who’s been stuck, consider this a permission slip: start before you feel ready, choose better inputs, and let practice carry you. Subscribe to this show to be notified of new episodes as they are released. Please share this episode with someone who needs a nudge to begin. What’s one input you’ll change today? Support the show Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

A quiet hour changed everything. Waking at 3:54 a.m., Ben Povlow kept a promise to sit with stones, breathe, and write longhand—no editing, no second-guessing—guided by Wayne Dyer’s late-night wisdom and a nudge toward automatic writing. What came through is a fiercely honest meditation on surrender, purpose, and the strange way suffering can send us into service. Ben reads those raw pages aloud and unpacks the choices behind them: stay awake when called, follow the current instead of fighting it, and let the next 50 feet of road be enough light to move forward. You’ll hear a contrast that clarifies the stakes: a night on a jail-cell floor versus a bed in a home once thought unreachable. Gratitude fuels a broader shift from living for self to living for others, with practical anchors like minimalism, simplicity, and attention to the inner life. Ben talks about choosing a path with resistance, separating from the herd, and listening for the quiet yes that returns when the world is still. The language is direct and grounded: trust the process, release the need to explain, stop chasing validation from people not equipped to read your soul, and build a daily practice that keeps you honest. If you’re drawn to spirituality, creativity, or mindful productivity, this story offers usable ideas: meditate to reduce noise, write before sunrise, develop intuition, and let service set your priorities. We hold to a simple framework—see a little, step a little—and invite you to test it tomorrow morning. If this conversation stirs something in you, subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review with one takeaway you’ll act on before sunrise. For more information about Ben Povlow and his books, you can visit https://theselfhelpcompany.com/bensbook/ Support the show Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

We share a practical 30-day mental fast to cut toxic inputs, set boundaries, and create space for focused growth. By replacing news cycles and drama with books, podcasts, and quiet, we show how to shift mood, build habits, and reclaim time for real goals. • defining a mental fast and why 30 days matters • how inputs shape mood, focus and habits • social media and news detox strategies • replacing negatives with books, podcasts and audiobooks • using saved time for skills, credit building and health • setting boundaries with drama-heavy people • daily check-ins to spot triggers and track energy • committing to small swaps that compound over time Support the show Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

Looking for a reset that actually sticks? Ben opens up about losing 22 pounds at 48 by cutting liquid calories, reading labels, and building a simple routine that survived weekends and setbacks. No crash diets, no punishing programs—just honest adjustments that compounded into visible results and less daily pain. We start with the messy middle: the cycle of weekday progress erased by beer and late-night ice cream. The shift came from one decisive weekend of saying no and keeping the workouts going. From there, Ben walks through dropping sugar and even “healthy” sweeteners, swapping fast food for cleaner meals, and choosing ingredients with short, readable labels. Managing acid reflux became a practical filter for greasy and fried foods, and once the heartburn eased, energy returned and weight moved. Motivation had real anchors. A simple fact—each pound lost can take roughly four pounds of pressure off your knees—made every choice feel worthwhile. A Survivor audition added a spark to train for strength and endurance, even with limited time and a modest gym. Ben details how he started with 20-minute sessions on a treadmill and light weights, then gradually scaled to three longer workouts a week with walking on off days. Recovery mattered, so the plan focused on repeatability over perfection. We also unpack the nutrition side without dogma: using a tracker to learn macros, reintroducing healthy fats like avocado and yogurt, avoiding starvation tactics, and experimenting with small supplements. When the scale stalled, he changed one lever at a time—protein intake, steps, sleep, or weekend habits. The result is a sustainable loop where early wins make discipline easier, cravings shrink, and identity shifts from “trying” to “consistent.” If you’re ready to trade extremes for momentum, start with one cut—beer, soda, or late-night sweets—and pair it with 20 minutes of movement, three times a week. Subscribe for more practical guides, share this with a friend who needs a nudge, and leave a review to tell us the first habit you’ll change. Support the show Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

Ben Povlow returns after a long break with a wider mission: practical self-help for every age built on lived experience, not scripts. Health, money, goals, sobriety, travel, and spiritual growth come together to help you stop outsourcing happiness and start building it inside. Here is what you can expect from this show in 2026. • expanding the audience beyond teens to all adults • unscripted format rooted in personal experience • sustainable weight loss and daily health habits • simple money wins and values-based spending • clarity on goals and removing friction • addiction, sobriety, and authentic self • spiritual growth, intuition, and faith • self-care for body and mind through better inputs • travel as a confidence and perspective builder • radical honesty, less judgment, more uplift • new self-help book in progress aligned to themes Subscribe so you can be alerted when new episodes are released Support the show Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

Our circumstances consist of 3 phases, where we have been, where we are now, and where we are going. We can't change our past, but we can change our future. In this episode, certified professional life coach Ben Povlow breaks it down in a quick and easy way to understand how to get results fast. As a special thank you for checking out this show, The Self-Help Company wants to give you a free self-improvement ebook every week. Join the FREE ebook of the week club today by going to www.theselfhelpcompany.com Support the Show. Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

We make choices every day. Are they good for you or bad for you? Regardless of what you choose, realizing the power to choose is the only thing we have total control over. In this episode, author Ben Povlow explains not only why choice is the only thing we really have control over, but also how to use it to our advantage. Tune in to discover how you can use the power of choice to improve the quality of your life today! This episode includes classic quotes from the most influential people in the world. Join the new FREE ebook of the week club presented by The Self-Help Company today! Visit www.TheSelfHelpCompany.com to get your first free self-improvement book today. Support the Show. Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

In this episode, Ben Povlow explains why any action is better than no action at all. We all get paralyzed by indecision sometimes. Don't let self-doubt and discouragement stop you from doing what you want in life. Let Ben help motivate you to take action today! Support the Show. Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

In this episode, author Ben Povlow reads chapter 16 of his book, Self-Help for At-Risk Teens. The chapter title is Self-Development Strategies and covers topics that include, developing the proper mindset for success, understanding your why, how to set goals, why persistence will keep you going, how to overcome self-doubt, ways to use daily affirmations, the value of positive thinking, how to cultivate your passion, knowing that knowledge is the key, the importance of having mentors and coaches, and the value of keeping a journal. Paperback, hardcover, and e-book versions of Self-Help for At-Risk Teens are available through most online retailers. You can also find Ben's follow-up book, The Young Adult Starter Kit, and more information on his company's website at https://theselfhelpcompany.com/ Support the Show. Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

In this episode, author Ben Povlow reads chapter 15 of his book, Self-Help for At-Risk Teens. The chapter title is Money - Make it, Save it, and Invest it, and covers topics that include, making money the legal way, ways to drive for money, the importance of going the extra mile, ways to get a job, creating ways to earn an income, earning money while you sleep, find out what internet marketing means, ways to save money, ways to invest your time and money, learn how to understand credit and your credit score, and the value of self-education. Paperback, hardcover, and e-book versions of Self-Help for At-Risk Teens are available through most online retailers. You can also find Ben's follow-up book, The Young Adult Starter Kit, and more information on his company's website at https://theselfhelpcompany.com/ Support the Show. Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

In this episode, author Ben Povlow reads chapter 14 of his book, Self-Help for At-Risk Teens. The chapter title is Technology - Make it Work For You, and covers topics that include, ways to use social media to your advantage, understanding that technology is the future, ways to learn using technology, ways to make money online, how to become an influencer, ways to write a book using technology, the value of learning how to create websites, you can develop mobile apps, you can create video games, learn how to repair devices, and using tech to grow your future. Paperback, hardcover, and e-book versions of Self-Help for At-Risk Teens are available through most online retailers. You can also find Ben's follow-up book, The Young Adult Starter Kit, and more information on his company's website at https://theselfhelpcompany.com/ Support the Show. Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

In this episode, author Ben Povlow reads chapter 13 of his book, Self-Help for At-Risk Teens. The chapter title is Hobbies and Ways to Spend Your Time, and covers topics that include, discovering your passion, the value of playing sports, learning to play an instrument, the fun of photography, why you should travel when you can, ways to enjoy riding a bike, the idea of skateboarding or surfing, where to find people with common interests, the value of learning a second language, and ways to study for the future. Paperback, hardcover, and e-book versions of Self-Help for At-Risk Teens are available through most online retailers. You can also find Ben's follow-up book, The Young Adult Starter Kit, and more information on his company's website at https://theselfhelpcompany.com/ Support the Show. Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

In this episode, author Ben Povlow reads chapter 12 of his book, Self-Help for At-Risk Teens. The chapter title is Taking Care of Yourself, and covers topics that include, personal hygiene tips, reasons to keep your clothes clean, knowing your way around the kitchen, ways to keep your house clean, how to properly share space with others, and how to avoid learning these life skills the hard way. Paperback, hardcover, and e-book versions of Self-Help for At-Risk Teens are available through most online retailers. You can also find Ben's follow-up book, The Young Adult Starter Kit, and more information on his company's website at https://theselfhelpcompany.com/ Support the Show. Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

In this episode, author Ben Povlow reads chapter 11 of his book, Self-Help for At-Risk Teens. The chapter title is Becoming Aware of Your Habits, and covers topics that include, examples of some good habits, examples of bad habits, knowing what to watch out for, and how to become patient with yourself. Paperback, hardcover, and e-book versions of Self-Help for At-Risk Teens are available through most online retailers. You can also find Ben's follow-up book, The Young Adult Starter Kit, and more information on his company's website at https://theselfhelpcompany.com/ Support the Show. Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

In this episode, author Ben Povlow reads chapter 10 of his book, Self-Help for At-Risk Teens. The chapter title is Developing Your Character, and covers topics that include, why it's important to always be truthful, ways to show manners and respect, learning how to trust yourself and others, how your behavior can define you, and how to create an attractive personality. Paperback, hardcover, and e-book versions of Self-Help for At-Risk Teens are available through most online retailers. You can also find Ben's follow-up book, The Young Adult Starter Kit, and more information on his company's website at https://theselfhelpcompany.com/ Support the Show. Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

In this episode, author Ben Povlow reads chapter 9 of his book, Self-Help for At-Risk Teens. The chapter title is The Price of Trouble, and covers topics that include, consequential behavioral problems, associated costs of trouble, court appointed school, being placed in juvenile detention, becoming guilty by association, getting stuck in the system, having a criminal record, and forced counseling and treatment. Paperback, hardcover, and e-book versions of Self-Help for At-Risk Teens are available through most online retailers. You can also find Ben's follow-up book, The Young Adult Starter Kit, and more information on his company's website at https://theselfhelpcompany.com/ Support the Show. Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

In this episode, author Ben Povlow reads chapter 10 of his book, Self-Help for At-Risk Teens. The chapter title is, The Dangers of Drugs and Alcohol and covers topics that include, why your problems won't disappear, peer pressure, smoking and vaping dangers, drinking alcohol at a young age, harmful prescription medications, long-term effects of using drugs and alcohol, reasons driving under the influence is a bad choice, how trouble will follow you, ways to avoid the temptation, and treatment options. Paperback, hardcover, and e-book versions of Self-Help for At-Risk Teens are available through most online retailers. You can also find Ben's follow-up book, The Young Adult Starter Kit, and more information on his company's website at https://theselfhelpcompany.com/ Support the Show. Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

In this episode, author Ben Povlow reads chapter 4 of his book, Self-Help for At-Risk Teens. The chapter title is, Understanding Grief and Loss and covers topics that include, occupational loss, social loss, physical loss, the stages of grief, and ways to help yourself heal. Paperback, hardcover, and e-book versions of Self-Help for At-Risk Teens are available through most online retailers. You can also find Ben's follow-up book, The Young Adult Starter Kit, and more information on his company's website at https://theselfhelpcompany.com/ Support the Show. Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

In this episode, author Ben Povlow reads chapter 5 of his book, Self-Help for At-Risk Teens. The chapter title is, Adapting To Your Living Situation and covers topics that include, living in chaos, living in a shared custody situation, adjusting to a blended family, not living with birth parents, being raised by a system, and living on your own for the first time. Paperback, hardcover, and e-book versions of Self-Help for At-Risk Teens are available through most online retailers. You can also find Ben's follow-up book, The Young Adult Starter Kit, and more information on his company's website at https://theselfhelpcompany.com/ Support the Show. Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com

In this episode, author Ben Povlow reads chapter 6 of his book, Self-Help for At-Risk Teens. The chapter title is, Friendship Qualities and covers topics that include, trust and respect, not changing to fit in, finding like-minded people, why to avoid negativity, fake social media friends, how to create your own circles, and the benefits of changing your ways. Paperback, hardcover, and e-book versions of Self-Help for At-Risk Teens are available through most online retailers. You can also find Ben's follow-up book, The Young Adult Starter Kit, and more information on his company's website at https://theselfhelpcompany.com/ Support the Show. Thank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life. Ben Povlow www.theselfhelpcompany.com