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By Somnath Sikdar
The podcast currently has 6 episodes available.
Every Lonnie and Som attend the "Business Black Ops" Mastermind. This is a meeting for entrepreneurs to hone their marketing and communications skills, but yields some oft significant life revelations.
Here's their take.
This is more than just "thinking outside the box". It's very easy to get into a close-minded mindset, especially when you have some level of expertise.
3 basics tips to keep your mind open and be receptive to new information.
This new information will help you grow and become better at everything you do.
Som and Lonnie talk about some of their tips and tricks when traveling specifically by plane.
There are some simple, but effective strategies that you can use to drastically reduce the stress associated with air travel. These are especially useful if you are traveling with family.
Som Sikdar and Lonnie Beck discuss fitness and working out, specifically strength training.
What weight lifting is and isn't.
The difference between lifting weights, body building, power lifting and weight lifting.
The minimum effective dose
How to get started
The importance of rest and recovery
In this episode Som Sikdar and Lonnie Beck discuss the increasing use of electronics and social media by both kids adults.
They discuss how kids are being introduced to electronic devices and platforms at younger and younger ages.
Som talks about his kindergartner is already required to do math "homework" on an electronic device and how they have required work on iPads at school.
While use of electronic devices isn't inherently bad, it's the nature of the modern application that is dangerous.
Social media has become ubiquitous and synonymous with electronic device usage.
And, social media has a very addictive trait...it sucks people in.
When it sucks in young people, those without fully developed brains and sense of self it can be very dangerous.
Take a listen...
Somnath and Lonnie discuss why they're relaunching this podcast and touch upon some of the topics they'll be discussing.
In this episode they touch upon what's need for real, lasting behavior change. That is behavior change that will improve your life.
Sometimes, it takes a catastrophic event, like the death of a friend or family member to be a catalyst for change.
They recently attended the funeral of a long time student's father. They reflect on the importance of community and maintaining relationships.
Also, how you can make true lifestyle change without the "big event".
The podcast currently has 6 episodes available.