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The Practice of Groundedness with Brad Stulberg

Enjoy this re-release of one of my top listened to episodes with my guest, Brad Stulberg.This week’s episode of the Growth Guide Podcast features Brad Stulberg. Brad joined us today to talk about his book, The Practice of Groundedness: A Transformative Path to Success That Feeds—Not Crushes—Your Soul.Brad is a writer, researcher, and performance coach and is also the co-author of: Peak Performance: Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive with the New Science of Success. In today's conversation, we explore the concept of "heroic individualism" and how it often traps individuals in a cycle of constant striving without fulfillment. We discuss the importance of aligning one's public and private selves for mental well-being and the pitfalls of social media's exaggerated reality. Brad shares insights on mindfulness, patience, and the impact of language on personal growth, drawing from ancient wisdom and modern psychology to craft a comprehensive framework for thriving in chaos. [06.38] Blessing and a curse – Brad shares his opinion about the lack of boundaries between work and life. [14.08] Enjoying the journey – If we do not enjoy doing something, we won’t find enjoyment at the end of it.[20.46] Social Media – We discuss how we are consumed by the false happiness of people in electronic media. [26.40] Stoicism and Buddhism – How the teachings of stoicism and Buddhism about being in the present moment which leads us to feel better and do better. [31.50] Behavioral activation – A key component of acceptance and commitment therapy. [38.33] Therapeutic toolkit – The Buddhist way of considering thoughts as thoughts and not taking them seriously. [45.06] Want vs. need – The more we focus on what we want rather than what we need, the better. [01.01.25] Productivity vs. productive activity – Brad explains the difference between productivity and productive activity. [01.10.31] Consistency compounds – Brad shares some practices to be consistent and stay on the path. [01.22.38] Front vs backstage self – Front stage is the performative self, and the backstage is who you really are. The less distance between them, the better. ResourcesConnect with BradLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/brad-stulberg-009b168b/ Website - bradstulberg.com/ Twitter - twitter.com/BStulberg Instagram - instagram.com/bradstulberg/?hl=en Book by BradThe Practice of Groundedness: A Transformative Path to Success That Feeds—Not Crushes—Your SoulBook by Brad Stulberg & Steve MagnessPeak Performance: Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive with the New Science of SuccessBook by David D. BurnsFeeling Good: The New Mood TherapyBook by Stephen R. CoveyThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change

How 3 Phone Alarms Can Change Your Health, Wealth, and Relationships with Eric Partaker

Enjoy this re-release of one of my top listened to episodes with my guest, Eric PartakerThis week’s episode of The Growth Guide Podcast features Eric Partaker who joined us today to talk about his book: The 3 Alarms: A Simple System to Transform Your Health, Wealth, and Relationships Forever. Eric shares transformative insights on balancing health, wealth, and relationships through habit formation and intentional living. Exploring the power of strategic goal setting, the 80/20 principle, and the concept of marginal gains, Eric dives into practical methods for achieving significant life improvements. Hear about his personal wake-up call, a life-altering mid-air heart attack, which prompted a profound shift in perspective towards leading a fulfilling, well-rounded life. Join us as Eric reveals his systems for productivity, team dynamics, and self-improvement that can guide you towards your best self and create momentum in all areas of life. .[05.04] Wakeup call – Eric shares a brief bio about himself and the incident where he realized he could reach his full potential without sacrificing his health and relationships.[14.41] 80/20 Rule – We talk about how the 80/20 rule can be applied for improving anything.[22.05] Procrastination – Procrastination is a defense mechanism. We talk about how to prevent that kind of negative self-talk from happening.[27.25] Three-legged stool – Eric explains how he decided to create superhero identities for each domain: health, wealth, and relationships.[35.43] Designing your day – To have successful days, have a shutdown ritual at night, exercise and be creative in the morning, and focus on single tasking during the workday.[43.28] Staying on track – Weekly and quarterly reviews for productivity and reflection. Intentional scheduling. Positive effects on achieving goals.[49.50] The three alarms – How Eric takes out the three identities; health. wealth and relationships according to three alarms every day.ResourcesConnect with EricWebsite: www.ericpartaker.comPodcast: www.ericpartaker.com/podcastYouTube: www.youtube.com/@EricPartaker1/featuredInstagram: www.instagram.com/ericpartaker/Facebook: www.facebook.com/PPIericpartakerLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/eric-partaker-5560b92Book by EricThe 3 Alarms: A Simple System to Transform Your Health, Wealth, and Relationships ForeverBook by Neil FioreThe Now Habit: A Strategic Program for Overcoming Procrastination and Enjoying Guilt-Free

Get Lean, Stay Healthy and Kick Ass at Life with Oonagh Duncan

Enjoy this re-release of one of my top listened to episodes with my guest, Oonagh Duncan.Oonagh Duncan is the CEO and founder of Fit Feels Good. She is a multi-award-winning fitness expert, media personality, and author of Healthy as F*ck: The Habits You need to Get Lean, Stay healthy and Kick Ass at Life.Your body is the result of two facts: genetics and habit. You can’t do anything about your genetics, but you can control your habits. Habits are the ones who control your body, and if you redesign your habits, you can live as a whole new person. On this episode of The Growth Guide, we explore the importance of being comfortable with being alone and how implementing basic healthy habits can lead to personal growth. Oonagh discusses the all-too-common desire for a big secret to health and wellness and how people can create their own effort to results ratio.Tune in for valuable insights on creating sustainable habits and personal growth.[4:56] Choice of language – the language we choose is important when framing weight loss and dieting.[17:04] Compound interest – What will sustain you is your habits, and consistency will provide exponential results.[21.12] Reward for the habit, not the outcome – You really have to reward the action and not the outcome because the outcome is often very much delayed.[26.18] Eating vegetables – Oonagh explains how a half-plate of vegetables can help your daily diet. [32.16] Sleeping – We talk about the importance of sleep as a part of dieting.[39.26] Meditating – How meditation helps you to make better choices in life. [46.53] Value of Small wins – Start with the smallest version of the habit and reinforce your identity as someone who keeps their promises to themselves.Connect with OonaghWebsite - oonaghduncan.com/                 fitfeelsgood.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/oonaghduncan/Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/fitfeelsgoodTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@oonaghduncan Book by OnnaghHealthy as F*ck: The Habits You Need to Get Lean, Stay Healthy, and Kick Ass at Life Oonagh’s PodcastGoals, Grit and Some Woo Sh*t

Building a Second Brain with Tiago Forte

Enjoy this re-release of one of my top listened to episodes with my guest, Tiago Forte.In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with productivity expert Tiago Forte. Renowned for his "Second Brain" concept, Tiago offers an innovative approach to managing information and boosting creativity.He introduces the CODE system—Capture, Organize, Distill, and Express—key to streamlining our digital tools and enhancing personal effectiveness. Tiago shares insights on organizing notes by project utility and using the PARA system for more efficient workflows. He discusses the significance of delegation for growth and explores how modern entrepreneurship can evolve beyond founder dependency.Join us for an enlightening discussion with Tiago Forte, packed with strategies that can revolutionize how you approach creativity and productivity.[05.55] Second Brain - the system for our second brain is code, capture, organize, distill, express.   Tiago dives into the code system. [14.49] The PARA method – Tiago defines the PARA method and what the acronym stands for. [21.14] Closing loops – We talk about the misconceptions about closing loops and some ways to close them. [28.29] Information packets – Tiago defines information packets and how they can be used to increase creativity. [39.58] Quality & Quantity – We dive into the relationship between quality and quantity. [43.03] Expression – Tiago explains the three stages of expression; remembering, connecting, and creating  Connect with Tiago:Website - fortelabs.co/                 buildingasecondbrain.com/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/tiagoforte/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/TiagoForteLabsInstagram - instagram.com/fortelabsco/ Twitter - twitter.com/fortelabsResources:Book by TiagoBuilding a Second Brain: A Proven Method to Organize Your Digital Life and Unlock Your Creative PotentialBook by James A. MichenerThe SourceBook by David SpinksThe Business of Belonging: How to Make Community your Competitive Advantage

Why your Sleep is Broken and How to Fix It with Chris Winter

Enjoy this re-release of one of my top listened to episodes with my guest, Chris Winter,Today, we're diving deep into the intricacies of sleep with renowned sleep expert and neurologist, Chris Winter. With over 10,000 patients under his care, including elite athletes, Chris has transformed lives through improved sleep. We'll explore fascinating topics such as the role of adenosine in sleepiness, the impact of caffeine, and the controversial concept of sleep debt. Chris will share practical advice on maintaining a consistent wake-up routine, optimizing your sleep environment, and debunking common sleep myths. Whether you're a college student, a high-powered professional, or just someone seeking better sleep, you'll find actionable insights in this episode. Plus, we'll touch on the cognitive effects of sleep deprivation, the significance of circadian rhythms, and how genetics play into our sleep needs. [06:29] The Glymphatic System and its Impact on Alzheimer's Disease: How Sleep Can Help Delay the Onset of the Disease.[10:26] Sleep Deprivation: The Connection Between Sleep Deprivation, Brain Fog, and Increased Risk for Accidents and Dementia.[25:53] Finding Your Optimal Sleep Duration: The Minimum Hours of Sleep Required for Optimal Health and Productivity.[36:13] The Drive Reduction Theory: How Your Body Forces You to Get Better Sleep.[41:26] The Science Behind Sleep: Homeostasis, Circadian Rhythm, Adenosine, Melatonin, and Caffeine.[46:11] The Truth About Caffeine: How Caffeine Tolerance Affects Your Brain and Sleep? [51:12] Understanding Sleep Debt: Can We Really Make Up for Lost Sleep?[56:11] Expert Insights: The Importance of Consistent Wake-Up Times for Better Sleep.[01:01:25] Optimizing Your Sleep: The Importance of Sleep Hygiene and Creating Your Hibernation Lair.[01:13:06] The Power of a Bedtime Routine: Tips for a Consistent and Healthy Sleep Schedule.Resources:Connect with Chris:Website: wchriswinter.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SleepUnpluggedPodcastInstagram: instagram.com/drchriswintervTwitter: https://twitter.com/drchriswinterPodcast: Sleep Unplugged with Dr. Chris Winter: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sleep-unplugged-with-dr-chris-winter/id1631914841Books by Dr. Chris Winter:The Sleep Solution: Why Your Sleep is Broken and How to Fix ItThe Rested Child: Why Your Tired, Wired or Irritable Child May have a Sleep Disorder -- and How to HelpBooks Mentioned in the Podcast:Book by Samuel Shem: The House of GodBook by Joseph Heller: Catch-22