The Plus One Theory
The Plus One Theory Podcast explores how small, intentional actions can create big, lasting impacts in our personal and professional lives. Each episode features inspiring guests sharing their experiences with kindness, resilience, and the transformative power of doing just one more, The Plus One Theory in action.
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Episodes
21 episodes
Episode 21: Your Truth is the Filter That Shows Who Really Loves You
Speaking your truth is the foundation of who you are, especially when you've spent years trying to be what everyone else wants you to be. Being authentic filters out people who don't truly love you while attracting those who appreciate you for ...
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Episode 21
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10:39
Episode 20: When One Connection Matters More Than a Hundred Sales
A powerful hotel encounter reminds Pam that success isn't measured in book sales but in meaningful connections. When a hotel employee named Tyra wondered how Pam maintained joy despite past hardships, it became the highlight of her trip—far out...
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Episode 20
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8:15
Episode 19: Misalignment, Not Rejection
We explore what happens when those around us don't understand our passion or goals, and why this isn't rejection but simply misalignment. Rather than draining our energy trying to convince others to see our vision, we can focus on those who are...
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Episode 19
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12:39
Episode 18: Embracing Your Story: The Power of Plus One
The Plus One Theory podcast explores how taking one additional step, one more act of kindness, patience, or strength, creates powerful change over time despite life's challenges and unfairness.• Everyone carries stories of heartbreak, h...
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Episode 18
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15:27
Episode 17: The Hidden Stories Behind Difficult People: Finding Compassion in Chaos
The Plus One Theory applies powerful perspective shifts to dealing with difficult people by looking beneath surface behaviors to understand hidden pain points and responding with intentional compassion. This episode explores how challenging beh...
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Episode 17
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8:36
Episode 16: Breaking Free From Imposter Syndrome
Have you ever caught yourself putting on a polished, professional voice that doesn't quite match who you really are? That's exactly where I found myself with this podcast—trying to sound "official" instead of authentic. Today's episode marks a ...
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Episode 16
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22:36
Episode 15: Healing Through Humor: When Laughter Masks Our Pain
Have you ever found yourself cracking jokes during your most painful moments? That tension-breaking laugh when things get uncomfortable? You're not alone.Laughter truly is powerful medicine. Science confirms it reduces stress hormones, ...
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Episode 15
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7:52
Episode 14: Letting Go of Bitterness: How Pride Becomes Your Prison and Trust Becomes Your Freedom
The heaviest burdens we carry are often invisible—pride that prevents reconciliation, damaged trust that keeps walls high, and bitterness that poisons our present. Today we're breaking down why these emotional chains weigh us down and how to fi...
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Episode 14
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10:07
Episode 13: Visualize, Step Forward: How Manifestation Meets Action
The transformative power of small steps forward lies at the heart of the Plus One Theory—a approach to personal growth that champions resilience and incremental progress. Whether you're feeling stuck, defeated, or simply uncertain about your ne...
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Episode 13
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10:02
Episode 12: Small Steps, Big Changes: How to Motivate, Maintain, and Move in Your Life
Life isn’t about juggling endless tasks to perfection but rather finding balance through meaningful, small actions. In this episode, we are joined by Charles Coulter, a licensed professional counselor with extensive experience in helping indivi...
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Episode 12
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43:00
Episode 11 | Let’s Get Real: The Awkward, Messy Magic of Being Vulnerable
Vulnerability feels risky. It feels awkward. Sometimes, it feels impossible. But it’s also where the magic happens.In this episode, I share a deeply personal story about one Christmas where fear of vulnerability left me trapped ...
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Episode 11
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Episode 10 | Leave, Grieve, and Pivot for Peace: Navigating Betrayal & Broken Friendships
Betrayal hits differently when it comes from someone you trusted.In this deeply personal episode, I share a story about one of the most painful betrayals I’ve ever experienced, when a close friend I considered family spoke behind ...
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Episode 10
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13:31
Episode 9 | Finding Balance: Why The Plus One Theory Isn't About Doing More
If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly pushing, juggling, and doing more, thinking that balance means managing everything perfectly, this episode is for you. The Plus One Theory isn’t about adding more to your plate, it’s about lea...
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Episode 9
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9:27
Episode 8 | Releasing Control & Finding Peace: How to Let Go and Move Forward
Do you ever feel like no matter how hard you try, you just can’t control everything around you? Whether it’s a relationship, a job, or a personal goal, holding on too tightly can leave us feeling frustrated, stressed, and stuck. In thi...
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Episode 8
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13:33
Episode 7 | Finding Joy and Staying Motivated When Life Feels Heavy - Kyle
It’s easy to talk about joy when life is going great, but what about when things feel like they’re falling apart? In this heartfelt episode of The Plus One Theory Podcast, I’m joined by my son, Kyle Dwyer, owner of
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Episode 7
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24:05
Episode 6 | The Power of Storytelling - Sharing Your Story to Inspire & Create Impact - Susie
Guest: Susie Schaefer, Founder of Finish the Book PublishingHave you ever felt like you have a story inside you but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you wonder if your experiences are even worth sharing? In this episod...
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Episode 6
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43:42
Episode 5 | The Power of Perspective – How to Flip the Script on Challenges
Have you ever felt like your own brain was working against you? Like you’re trying to make a positive change, but that little voice in your head keeps throwing doubts, fears, and excuses your way? That’s not just you—it’s science!<...
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Episode 5
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9:12
Episode 4 | The Ripple Effect of Kindness – How Small Acts Create Lasting Change | Danna
Have you ever experienced a small act of kindness that completely turned your day around? Maybe someone covered your coffee in the drive-thru, offered a word of encouragement at just the right moment, or simply made you feel seen. Thes...
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Episode 4
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20:08
Episode 3 | When Kindness Feels Impossible
In this deeply personal episode, we explore what it means to show kindness when it feels like the hardest choice. Host Pam Dwyer shares a raw and inspiring story about overcoming heartbreak, betrayal, and loss during one of the most challenging...
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Episode 3
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16:22
Episode 2 | Growing Up with The Plus One Theory | Kelsey
In this heartfelt episode of The Plus One Theory podcast, Pam welcomes a very special guest—her daughter, Kelsey Dwyer! Together, they explore what it was like growing up with The Plus One Theory as a guiding principle in thei...
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Episode 2
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Episode 1 | The Spark That Ignited the Plus One Theory
In this inaugural episode of The Plus One Theory, I’m introducing you to the heart and soul of this podcast: the transformative power of kindness and the idea of always bringing a “plus one” to every moment of your life.You’ll h...
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Episode 1
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