Episode 174: Rick Gabrielly & Power vs. Force: The Hidden Determinants of Human Behavior by Dr. David R. Hawkins

ABOUT RICK

Rick Gabrielly is a passionate husband, father, author, and American Wellness Entrepreneur. His limitless enthusiasm, love of technology, and exploration of personal energy & longevity inspires and motivates others to shine their light. By choosing LOVE over fear, Rick creates an environment of high-vibration, light-filled possibilities to help others uncover, cultivate and celebrate their own unique gifts, as well as the gifts in those around them.

Rick was the COO & Visionary creator of Scarsdale Dental Spa & Wellness for over 31 years, before retiring in October 2025. Along with Carol, his wife of 38 years, they are co-authors of The Currency of Connection, and Independent Distributors & Group Leaders for BEMER Group USA. Rick is in Regional Leadership with Master Networks, and is a speaker, author, educator and the co-host of the runaway hit podcast, The Road Ahead Cafe, and its new spinoff lifestyle mindset process & community, The Renaissance Retiree Club.

CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS

• Rick’s early life challenges, including the sudden loss of his father and overcoming dark periods of self-destruction, shaping his perspective on resilience.

• The influence of mentors and transformative moments that shifted Rick onto a path of hope and growth.

• The importance of love over fear in leadership, relationships, and creating environments of high vibration and support.

• Rick’s approach to active self-care through community involvement, hands-on projects, and designing a lifestyle of experimentation and exploration.

• Insights into retirement as a period of continued growth, active contribution, and personal renaissance, rather than withdrawal.

• The concept of “power versus force” from Dr. David Hawkins’ work and the significance of vibrational energy in shaping reality and influence.

• Practical lessons on communication, leadership, and maintaining high energy to foster connection, trust, and legacy.

• The story of the life-saving beach rescue illustrating the profound impact of connection and presence.

• The role of spirituality and gratitude in daily life, and exploring faith beyond traditional religion.

The MAIN QUESTION for you that comes out of my conversation with Rick is, How are you intentionally investing good energy into your environment and relationships?

FIND RICK

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickgabrielly/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickgabrielly

• Website: https://renaissanceretiree.club/

• Email: rickgabrielly@gmail.com

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FULL EPISODE CHAPTERS

01:15 - Introduction & Bio

03:29 - Who are you today? Can you provide more information about your work?

24:09 - How did your path into your career look like, and what did it look like up until now?

01:26:45 - How does the work you're doing today reconcile to who you were as a child?

01:31:20 - What do you consider your superpower

01:35:03 - What does leadership mean to you?

01:40:52 - Can you introduce us to the book we’re discussing?

01:46:08- Can you provide a general overview of the book?

01:54:01 - What are you up to these days? (A way for guests to share and market their projects and work.

This series has become my Masterclass In Humanity. I'd love for you to join me and see what you take away from these conversations.

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