TOPUCU is an acronym that stands for, “the only person you cheat is you“. When it comes to the area of personal development and playing this game called life, there is a universal question, how do you get yourself to do what you don’t want to do, in order to become who you want to become. The answer has always been the same, two words, self-discipline. Whoever can learn to control their decisions and choices has a chance to win this game. Here’s the problem, when it comes to transformation m ...
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Change isn't easy, but the stages of change model can help you understand the process and maybe make this process a little bit easier. TOPUCU recognizes this model and using TOPUCU will help you become the person of your Mission Statement! Changing the way you think will make all the difference between success and failure. The tools and lessons of …
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In TOPUCU we talk about burning the bridge to past bad behaviors. We talk about making an irrevocable decision to to the things that will bring success and happiness. This is exactly the message we want to share with those who are incarcerated. We want them to know they can burn the bridge to criminal thinking. They can burn the bridge to a destruc…
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TOPUCU, Time is One of Your Best Assets
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Lesson Six: Value of Time Explore the "Value of Time" in the context of transformation. Advocate making a daily task list and optimizing the available 168 hours each week. Emphasize that lasting transformation requires time, and effective time use facilitates change.Oleh Norm Mulder
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Meekness is not weakness! Meekness is best seen as controlled power. Every power principle has a polar opposite, suchas mess on one end and order on the other. On one day I could teach the power of embracing mess. And I would be right. The next day I could teach the power principle of creating order. So which is right? Embracing mess or creating or…
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TOPUCU, Universal Principles of Transformation
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OUR MISSION TOPUCU is an acronym that stands for, “the only person you cheat is you“. When it comes to the area of personal development and playing this game called life, there is a universal question, how do you get yourself to do what you don’t want to do, in order to become who you want to become. The answer has always been the same, two words, …
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TOPUCU, What are the Odds, Developing Self-Confidence
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How many times do we do this on a daily basis? We literally weigh the reward and odds of success against the hard work it’s going to take to achieve them. These three things are the components of motivation: odds of success, reward and hard work. And if you can understand how they relate to each other then you are on your way to making a change. So…
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TOPUCU, Burn the Bridge an Irrevocable Choice
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Lesson Seven: Burn the Bridge Encourage identifying and visualizing challenges preventing change. Symbolically "burn the bridge" by eliminating obstacles and committing to the future self. Highlight the importance of unwavering commitment to personal growth and change.Oleh Norm Mulder
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Post-Traumatic Growth is the positive psychological change that some individuals experience after a life crisis or traumatic event. Post-traumatic growth doesn’t deny deep distress, but rather posits that adversity can unintentionally yield changes in understanding oneself, others, and the world. Post-traumatic growth can, in fact, co-exist with po…
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TOPUCU, Hard Work Makes the Difference
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The principles of TOPUCU will work if you work them! Hard Work is a universal principle that increases the odds of success for those who are willing to work hard. In this episode we illustrate this by sharing about Olympians and their work habits. The Gold Medals didn't just happen, the athletes prepared for years to take advantage of their opportu…
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TOPUCU, PAT Pain is a Must, Episode 40
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lesson three: pain Highlight the role of pain and discomfort in positive transformation. Emphasize that the pain of change is minor compared to the potential pain of remaining in the current situation. Encourage embracing discomfort as a crucial part of the journey toward improvement.Oleh Norm Mulder
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TOPUCU, What are the Odds, Episode 39
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How many times do we do this on a daily basis? We literally weigh the reward and odds of success against the hard work it’s going to take to achieve them. These three things are the components of motivation: odds of success, reward and hard work. And if you can understand how they relate to each other then you are on your way to making a change. So…
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TOPUCU, Navigating Transformational Change, Episode 38
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Balancing transformation requires a thoughtful examination of the potential benefits and challenges. The process involves assessing how change aligns with our goals and values, understanding that change often demands resilience, adaptability, and a willingness to embrace the discomfort that accompanies it. In the end, while change may be accompanie…
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TOPUCU, Facing Challenges Head On, Episode 37
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We all face challenges daily. The mark of success isn't how we avoid challenges, but rather, how do we overcome challenges. It is said that, "The seeds of your success are sown in the fire of adversity!" Often, the best teacher is failure. Failure can crush us or motivate us! Failure can demoralize us or inspire us! Choose today to be motivated and…
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TOPUCU, What Are the Odds, Episode 36
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lesson two: motivation Introduce the "Scales of Motivation" to assess reasons for actions. Explore External and Internal motivation, advocating living through Internal motivation. Encourage evaluating and adjusting the motivation formula to progress toward goals.Oleh Norm Mulder
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TOPUCU stands out as a program that not only imparts valuable lessons but also offers a holistic approach to personal development. What sets us apart is the fusion of psychological insights, practical strategies, and a personalized journey towards becoming a "Finisher." Our program doesn't just identify roadblocks; it provides you with the mental t…
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TOPUCU, Real Transformation, Episode 34
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Welcome to TOPUCU, the ultimate training camp for your mind. It's not just a program; it's a transformative journey designed to reshape your thinking and actions. TOPUCU empowers you with Seven Life Transforming Principles, providing a roadmap for personal development and success. With a blend of online resources, including workbooks, video trainin…
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TOPUCU, Internal Motivation, Episode 33
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Positive internal motivation begins with a sense of purpose, knowing why you are doing what you are doing. Having a clear idea of your personal core values will help you immensely in answering the question “Why am I doing this?” The amazing advantage of truly knowing your values is that you will experience a tremendous clarity and focus which you c…
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TOPUCU, Action Steps to Become the Person of Your Mission, Episode 32
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Plan for Success: “A goal without a plan is just a wish.” – Antoine de Saint-Exupéry “If you don’t know where you are going, you’ll end up someplace else.” – Yogi Berra “Never look back unless you are planning to go that way.” – Henry David Thoreau “Planning is bringing the future into the present so that you can do something about it now.” – Alan …
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TOPUCU, Increasing Your Odds, Episode 31
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How many times do we do this on a daily basis? We literally weigh the reward and odds of success against the hard work it’s going to take to achieve them. These three things are the components of motivation: odds of success, reward and hard work. And if you can understand how they relate to each other then you are on your way to making a change. So…
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TOPUCU, And Just A Little Bit More, Episode 30
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Pain is a must. And it’s not just in fitness. Think about the entrepreneur who sets out to start a business. Working nine to five is manageable, even easy for some. But what happens when 6 o’clock comes around, then 10 o’clock, and then midnight. Are you fighting through the fatigue? Are you ignoring the urge to watch your favorite primetime TV sho…
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The second part of TOPUCU is the FINISHER Program. Here, we guide you through the process of taking an inventory of your life. We’ll break it down into sections like family, education, health, work and more. This activity leads to the creation of a Personal Mission Statement for your life. We’ll get to the core of who you are and help you lay out s…
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TOPUCU, Finish Before You Start, Episode 28
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LESSON FIVE: VISUALIZATION Emphasize The Significance Of Visualization In Achieving Goals. Use The Analogy Of A Puzzle Box Image To Illustrate Having A Clear Picture Of The Destination. Stress The Difficulty Of Starting A Journey Without A Clear Visualization Of The End Goal. Visualization can be defined as, “the practice of seeking to affect the o…
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TOPUCU, E to the 7th Power, Episode 27
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LESSON FOUR: THE SEVEN E’S Explain The Seven E’s As The Pathway Thoughts Take In Influencing The Mind. Stress The Importance Of Stopping Negative Thoughts At The "Entrance" And Nurturing Positive Thoughts To The "Enveloped" Stage. Connect Thoughts To Actions, Emphasizing How Habits Define One's Identity.…
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Hard Work is a key determiner of success. You can change your odds of success by putting in more hard work. Many offer quick fixes but we often find them to be unrealistic! If it seems to simple and easy it probably is!Oleh Norm Mulder
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GOAL SETTING If you’re here it means you’ve already completed the TOPUCU STARTER PROGRAM and you’re ready to start taking the next steps to seeing Total Transformation in your life. You have visualized what you believe your life can be. And you know that you have the tools to make those dreams a reality. Now it’s time to put it all into action. We …
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TOPUCU, Building Block Habits, Episode 23
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Since we’re looking at finding, identifying, and analyzing triggers, routines and rewards, this is a good place to introduce you to one of the most valuable concepts in your TOPUCU Toolbox: The Building Block Habit. What is a building block habit? A “building block habit” is a routine behavior that subconsciously leads to the formation of other beh…
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TOPUCU, Not About Information, It's About Transformation, Episode 24
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TOPUCU is an acronym that stands for, “the only person you cheat is you“. When it comes to the area of personal development and playing this game called life, there is a universal question, how do you get yourself to do what you don’t want to do, in order to become who you want to become. The answer has always been the same, two words, self-discipl…
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GOAL SETTING If you’re here it means you’ve already completed the TOPUCU STARTER PROGRAM and you’re ready to start taking the next steps to seeing Total Transformation in your life. You have visualized what you believe your life can be. And you know that you have the tools to make those dreams a reality. Now it’s time to put it all into action. We …
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GOAL SETTING If you’re here it means you’ve already completed the TOPUCU STARTER PROGRAM and you’re ready to start taking the next steps to seeing Total Transformation in your life. You have visualized what you believe your life can be. And you know that you have the tools to make those dreams a reality. Now it’s time to put it all into action. We …
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WHAT IS A GOAL? The difference between a goal and a dream is a deadline. Goals are specific, measurable outcomes with a deadline for their attainment. They give you direction and force you to grow. Essentially, they are the greatest method for helping you focus on the task at hand. They pull you along, helping you to identify the things in your wor…
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TOPUCU, Mission Statements Part 3, Episode 19
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The second part of TOPUCU is the FINISHER Program. Here, we guide you through the process of taking an inventory of your life. We’ll break it down into sections like family, education, health, work and more. This activity leads to the creation of a Personal Mission Statement for your life. We’ll get to the core of who you are and help you lay out s…
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TOPUCU, Mission Statements Part 2, Episode 18
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The second part of TOPUCU is the FINISHER Program. Here, we guide you through the process of taking an inventory of your life. We’ll break it down into sections like family, education, health, work and more. This activity leads to the creation of a Personal Mission Statement for your life. We’ll get to the core of who you are and help you lay out s…
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TOPUCU, Mission Statements Part 1, Episode 17
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The second part of TOPUCU is the FINISHER Program. Here, we guide you through the process of taking an inventory of your life. We’ll break it down into sections like family, education, health, work and more. This activity leads to the creation of a Personal Mission Statement for your life. We’ll get to the core of who you are and help you lay out s…
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TOPUCU, What are the Odds, Episode 16
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There is a rather well-known quote that states, "Luck happens when preparation meets opportunity." What are you doing to get prepared? What are you going to do when that opportunity arrives? Are you staying motivated by actively trying to tip the scale in your favor? Are you doing what it takes to increasse your odds of success? These are the quest…
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TOPUCU, Hard Work Brings Transformation, Episode 15
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How many times do we do this on a daily basis? We literally weigh the reward and the odds of success against the hard work it's going to take to achieve them. The three things are the components of motivation: odds of success, reward and hard work. And if you can understand how they relate to each other then you are on your way to making a change. …
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TOPUCU, Success Through Self-Discipline, Episode 14
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The question is are you externally motivated or internally motivated. Internal motivation is what champions use to do the things they don’t want to do to become the people they want to become. The key principle to long-term success is self-disipline! Again, will we do the things we don't want to do to become who we want to become. By internally mot…
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TOPUCU, Using Pain to Transform, Episode 13
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Each and every day we are confronted with the opportunity to transform or remain the same. It has been said that "until the pain of remaining the same is greater than the pain of change, we will not change". The choice is do we accept today's pain in order to avoid the future pain which is much greater! This is called Pain Association Transfer (PAT…
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TOPUCU, Importance of Having a Mission w/Eric Roberson Part 4, Episode 12
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The second part of TOPUCU is the FINISHER Program. Here, we guide you through the process of taking an inventory of your life. We’ll break it down into sections like family, education, health, work and more. This activity leads to the creation of a Personal Mission Statement for your life. We’ll get to the core of who you are and help you lay out s…
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TOPUCU, Creating Your Personal Vision w/Eric Roberson Part 3, Episode 11
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Emphasize The Significance Of Visualization In Achieving Goals. Use The Analogy Of A Puzzle Box Image To Illustrate Having A Clear Picture Of The Destination. Stress The Difficulty Of Starting A Journey Without A Clear Visualization Of The End Goal. Begin with the end in mind!Oleh Norm Mulder
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TOPUCU, Building a Transformation Community w/Eric Roberson Part 2
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Transformation is not a solo venture. TOPUCU, The Only Person U Cheat is U, is working to build a community of like-minded people to aid one another in the transformation journey. Our hope is that as we transform the law of responsibility and reciprocity will cause us to bring someone along with us. Join this community and help those you care about…
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TOPUCU, Overcoming Interview w/Eric Roberson Part 1, Episode 9
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In this episode of the TOPUCU Transformation Podcast Eric Roberson shares part of his journey of overcoming incarceration. He talks about the change that took place in his life in the course of his over 20 years in prison.Oleh Norm Mulder
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TOPUCU, Finisher Program, Episode 8
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The second part of TOPUCU is the FINISHER Program. Here, we guide you through the process of taking an inventory of your life. We’ll break it down into sections like family, education, health, work and more. This activity leads to the creation of a Personal Mission Statement for your life. We’ll get to the core of who you are and help you lay out s…
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TOPUCU, Burn the Bridge to the Past
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LESSON SEVEN: BURN THE BRIDGE Encourage Identifying And Visualizing Challenges Preventing Change. Symbolically "Burn The Bridge" By Eliminating Obstacles And Committing To The Future Self. Highlight The Importance Of Unwavering Commitment To Personal Growth And Change.Oleh Norm Mulder
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Explore The "Value Of Time" In The Context Of Transformation. Advocate Making A Daily Task List And Optimizing The Available 168 Hours Each Week. Emphasize That Lasting Transformation Requires Time, And Effective Time Use Facilitates Change.Oleh Norm Mulder
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TOPUCU, No Pain No Gain - Pain Association Transfer, Episode 5
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LESSON THREE: PAIN IS A MUST Highlight The Role Of Pain And Discomfort In Positive Transformation. Emphasize That The Pain Of Change Is Minor Compared To The Potential Pain Of Remaining In The Current Situation. Encourage Embracing Discomfort As A Crucial Part Of The Journey Toward ImprovementOleh Norm Mulder
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TOPUCU, Addressing Substance Abuse, Episode 4
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Throughout addiction and recovery centers nationwide, there's a growing recognition of the transformative impact of social-emotional learning (SEL), evidenced by improved outcomes and reduced relapse rates. SEL within addiction and recovery services has shown to enhance interpersonal skills, emotional regulation, and overall well-being, leading to …
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TOPUCU, Addressing Educational Needs of Youth, Episode 3
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Around the country, more schools are experiencing promising results with social-emotional learning, buoyed by research that correlates it with positive outcomes, like academic gains and reduced disciplinary incidents. Research shows that Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) increases prosocial behaviors (such as kindness, sharing, and empathy), as w…
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TOPUCU, Addressing Criminogenic Needs for Incarcerated People, Episode 2
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The TOPUCU program seamlessly aligns with Social Emotional Learning (SEL) initiatives, bridging its principles into the correctional context. By complementing efforts to nurture emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, and overall well-being, TOPUCU for Corrections stands as a valuable asset in addressing inmates' criminogenic needs and foster…
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TOPUCU, Not About Information, It's About Transformation
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The key to transformation is not only changing the way you feel and the way you act, but more importantly the way you think. TOPUCU is like the warm up and stretch that you do before you do the heavy lifting at the gym. It’s like the primer that you put on drywall to make the paint stick. It teaches someone how to transform their thinking, therefor…
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