In this thought-provoking episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I talk with Christian Schnepf, founder of The Science of Good Times and creator of the Good Times App — the world’s first data-based navigation system for life.

Drawing on years of cross-cultural exploration and PhD-level research at Shanghai University, Christian shares his mission to make the conscious pursuit of good times the number one priority in human life. Blending philosophy, physics, and psychology, he reveals how we can cultivate more flow, joy, and fulfillment — not by doing more, but by learning when to let go, relax, and be fully present.

Key Takeaways

• The turning point: Christian’s personal crisis led him to question conventional success and seek a more meaningful design for life.
• Defining a “good time”: A moment when you feel fully attracted to your experience — who you are, where you are, what you do, who you’re with, and what you receive.
• The five life areas:
  1. Self
  2. Social relationships
  3. Actions
  4. Rewards (money, love, acknowledgement)
  5. Environment
• The flow of energy: Good times occur when energy flows freely; bad times signal energy blockages.
• The art of doing nothing: True rest means surrendering control — not performing, producing, or even trying to relax.
• Fear vs. love: We either move away from fear or toward love. Living consciously means walking toward what attracts and nourishes us.
• The role of awareness: Checking in with ourselves helps reveal what truly feels good, rather than what society or algorithms dictate.
• The Good Time Ratio (GTR): A simple metric to track how often you feel attracted to your experiences — a practical step toward more conscious living.

Connect with Christian Schnepf

Website: https://chrisw.co

GoodTime App: https://goodtime.app

YouTube: https: //www.youtube.com/@chriswgt

Instagram: https: //www.instagram.com/chrisw.gt/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chrisw.gt/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisw-gt

Connect with Serena

If you’re a quiet woman leader ready to be visible without performing extroversion or burning out, the Visible Introvert community has the solution. Visit us at serenalow.com.au.

This episode was edited by Aura House Productions

In this deeply insightful and soulful conversation, I sit down with David C. Olcott, founder and CEO of Samurai Success, Inc., to explore what it truly means to live with awareness, purpose, and spiritual alignment.

Drawing from over three decades of coaching experience, David shares how subconscious programming shapes our lives from childhood—and how we can reclaim our power through conscious choice, self-awareness, and personal ethos.

From his early work with Tony Robbins to the creation of his transformative book Swords of Illumination, David offers wisdom on bridging the gap between human potential and divine consciousness. Together, Serena and David explore what it means to live as a modern samurai—disciplined, intentional, and in service to others.

In This Episode

• The evolution of coaching — how the industry has shifted from mass seminars to deeply personalized 1:1 transformation.
• Choice and programming — understanding how our beliefs and responses are formed before age seven, and how to rewrite them.
• From awareness to transformation — why awareness alone doesn’t create change, and what steps to take next.
• Divinity and consciousness — what it means to recognize the divine within, and how that awareness changes how we live and lead.
• Living the Samurai ethos — how service, discipline, and alignment become pathways to mastery and meaning.
• Identity and attraction — how our inner frequency shapes the opportunities and relationships we draw into our lives.
• Spiritual energy made practical — using mindset, authenticity, and intention to project the energy you want to attract.
• The ultimate reminder — you are not here to discover who you are; you are here to create who you say you are.

Key Takeaways

• Awareness is the first step, but change requires consistent new behaviors and beliefs.
• You are always making choices—whether consciously or through old programming.
• Spiritual energy is not abstract; it manifests in your attitude, presence, and authenticity.
• Your identity determines your alignment, coherence, and what you attract.
• True mastery is being in service to others while continually refining yourself.
• The greatest freedom comes from remembering your divinity and choosing who you become.

About the Guest

David C. Olcott is the founder, president, and CEO of Samurai Success, Inc., an international coaching firm based in Denver, Colorado. A nationally recognized speaker and author of Swords of Illumination, David integrates psychology, performance, and financial strategy to help individuals and organizations achieve sustainable success through conscious design and spiritual awareness.

Learn more about David’s work and Swords of Illumination at samuraisuccess.com.

Connect with Serena

If you’re a quiet woman leader ready to be visible without performing extroversion or burning out, the Visible Introvert community has the solution to your struggle. Visit serenalow.com.au.

This episode was edited by Aura House Productions

In this inspiring episode of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, I sit down with Tim Yeo, author of The Quiet Achiever, coach, and design leader with nearly two decades of experience in the tech industry. Tim has helped hundreds of quiet achievers step into their power—without pretending to be extroverts.

We talk about the challenges introverts face in workplaces dominated by louder personalities, and how separating your identity from your skills can unlock your confidence. Tim shares practical strategies—from mastering public speaking and handling difficult conversations to using short videos as a powerful visibility tool—that allow quiet achievers to be recognized for their work, not overshadowed.

This is a must-listen for anyone who has ever felt overlooked despite working hard, delivering results, and striving to make an impact while staying true to their quiet nature.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why slowing down your speech can boost confidence and clarity.
• How to reframe visibility so it’s about your work, not your ego.
• The fight, flight, or freeze response in meetings—and how to manage it.
  The game-changing habit of recording short videos to amplify your influence.
• Why tiny habits, practiced consistently, are the secret to introvert success.
• How The Quiet Achiever book can help you build skills without losing authenticity.
  
  

About Tim Yeo

Tim Yeo is the author of The Quiet Achiever: Tiny Habits to Have Impact at Work Without Pretending to Be an Extrovert. With 20 years of experience as a designer and leader in the tech industry, he has dedicated his career to empowering quiet achievers to succeed on their own terms. His coaching covers essential professional skills, from networking and small talk to facilitating workshops and succeeding in interviews.

Find Tim online:

LinkedIn @timyeo, YouTube @thequietachievr, Threads @thequietachievr
thequietachievr.com
https://www.thequietachievr.com/book

What next:

• Visit serenalow.com.au for the solution to your visibility struggle.
• Give The Quiet Warrior Podcast a rating and review to help us reach more introverts and quiet achievers around the world.

This episode was edited by Aura House Productions