Dr. Darian Parker says don’t try too hard to make friends!  He’s connecting online with curiosity, intentionality, and influence!  He talks about saying no to podcast pitches, what makes a good podcast topic, and that it’s okay to do taboo things like altered consciousness, exercise, yoga, reading, and mushrooms. We have a responsibility to do it, if you are successful.  Believe in something bigger than you for recreation and spirituality.  Better Call Daddy: The Safe Space For Controversy.
 
Dr. Darian Parker earned his Ph.D in Sports Education Leadership with an emphasis in Behavior Modification from UNLV. He earned his Master and Bachelor degrees from James Madison University in Kinesiology. Dr. Parker is a certified personal trainer through the NSCA. Dr. Parker has been in the fitness and wellness business for 20 years. Throughout the course of Dr. Parker's career he has served several roles in the fitness and wellness industry. 
He has worked extensively in both the academic and private club sector as a Director of Education for a Career College, General Manager of a high end luxury residential fitness club and National Director of Fitness for a global leisure management company. 
 
Currently, Dr. Parker is the Co-Owner of Epic Leisure Management LLC. and the Owner of Parker Personal Training LLC. Dr. Parker is a featured writer and presenter for national fitness organizations. Dr. Parker is also the host/creator of Dr. D's Social Network, a podcast devoted to genuine, open and honest conversations with people from all over the world. 

Dr. D’s Social Network Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-ds-social-network/id1463806552
Darian’s website 
http://www.doctordarianparker.com/
 
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