# The X-Factor

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Podcast: [The Wellness Puzzle Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-wellness-puzzle-podcast-1231682)
Published: 2026-07-25T00:12:23+00:00
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## Resource

In episode 378, I speak with author and entrepreneur, Ed McCarthy. When a near-death experience in the Colorado Rockies forced Ed McCarthy, a seasoned technology CEO, entrepreneur, real estate investor and intentional Dad to confront what truly mattered, he made a vow—to pass on the real lessons of life to his children and to anyone ready to rise to their Highest Self. Out of that promise came bestseller; Life Letters: 5 Decisions to Wealth, Wisdom, and Happiness—a transformational framework for success that combines timeless philosophy, hard-won experience, and a clear, actionable master plan for designing an extraordinary life. Each one of us has the x-factor and Ed explains how to use it to create abundance in our lives. Don't miss this podcast.

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