Dan Munro outlines his Philosophy of Integrity in full for the first time.

This philosophy emphasizes individual self-discovery and the absence of rigid rules. Integrity is defined as consistency and honesty, while confidence is described as a deep-seated belief in oneself. The philosophy posits that increasing integrity leads to greater confidence and a better life.

Munro identifies core values as subjective principles guiding your behavior in a way that will improve your confidence and the lives of those around you, such as honesty, courage, and responsibility. He stresses the importance of aligning your everyday actions with your values, continuous adaptation of your values, and the rejection of instant gratification for long-term benefits.

Munro also highlights the influence of various philosophers and thinkers on this philosophy.

At the end, you will get a step by step practical guide for living by with integrity:

Action Items

[ ] Identify your core values.

[ ] Create a guiding principle or definition for each value.

[ ] Test and measure how well you are living by your values, and refine them as needed.

[ ] Treat each day as an opportunity to experiment with living more by your values.

[ ] Use the 3x model of curiosity, honesty, and respect to continuously enhance your wisdom about living with integrity.

This episode discusses the challenges of self-love and acceptance, emphasizing the importance of treating oneself kindly. 

We'll explore the common struggle everyone has with stress, pressure, and societal expectations, which often lead to self-loathing and coping mechanisms like overworking, substance abuse, and people-pleasing.

True self-love involves reducing stress, being kind to oneself, and recognizing your achievements, searching for a balanced approach, free from the extremes of high pressure or complete apathy, looking for self-compassion and realistic expectations.

Practical solutions include reframing thoughts, focusing on controllable aspects, and fostering genuine connections.

In this AMA, I answer the following questions about confidence:

What's the best way - strategies, methods - to really get to know myself and like myself?

How can people stop defining themselves - their actions, life view etc. - by the Nice Guy Syndrome ?

Any suggestions and advice for a work confrontation with a colleague who tries to control me?

How to push through with Radical Honesty without backing down when they're resistant?

This episode  discusses the psychology of self-confidence, emphasizing that it can be learned and is not innate.

It outlines 21 traits crucial for building confidence, starting with bravery and courage, which involve facing and expanding past fear. It highlights the importance of radical honesty, assertiveness, and respect, and also stresses the need for self-awareness, curiosity, and optimism. I advice against people-pleasing and encourages ruthlessness when necessary.

This episode promotes a resourceful mindset, emotional stability, and relentless pursuit of long-term goals.

Dan Munro discusses parenting styles and their impact on child confidence. He recommends Lighthouse, Free Range, and Gentle parenting, emphasizing autonomy, emotional validation, and respect. He criticizes strict and Tiger parenting for fostering dishonesty and misery. Munro also warns against helicopter parenting, which can lead to fragility. Key principles include challenging children to solve problems, validating emotions, and setting healthy boundaries. He stresses the importance of honesty, self-awareness, and physical health. Munro highlights the need for parents to model behavior and avoid hypocrisy, aiming to raise confident, autonomous children.

[#248] Psychopathy: The Darksides and Downsides to Not Giving a Fuck by Dan Munro & Mike Wells

Being attached to outcomes - results or reactions that are outside of your direct control - causes more suffering than just about anything else you'll ever encounter.

Tragically, you're doing this without needing to!

In this podcast, I explore the concept of having an emotional attachment (a hopeful expectation) to results that you prefer, and why this is both unnecessary and unhelpful when it comes to building self confidence.

We'll explore how to live with integrity and pursue your goals without hoping that things will go "well" and being able to enjoy the process rather than depending on winning.

I've got a new podcast for you that's here by popular demand. The last podcast I did was with the honest psychopath Jackson Noble, and I got a lot of inquiries about his partner Teagan.

People wanted to know what it was like for her to be with an open psychopath, to be in a loving relationship with him, to observe him as a father and a partner, and to know if it's possible to have a healthy and loving relationship with somebody with Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD).

Well, Teagan has gracefully agreed to be interviewed and to talk about her experiences openly and honestly. She also identifies as neurodivergent and believes she has Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). And yet she says their relationship is "99% healthy".

Together we explored what it means to love when you don't experience emotions deeply, how safe it is to be in a relationship with a psychopath, and how that compares to her previous relationships with neurotypical men.

Let's meet her and hear her fascinating story.

Dan Munro and self-aware psychopath Jackson Noble (a.k.a. "Jack the Ripper") engage in a thought-provoking discussion on various topics, including psychopathy, childhood trauma, moral codes, self-doubt, and how to stop caring what other people think of you.

They share their personal experiences and insights, often highlighting the complexities of psychopathy traits and issues and the importance of navigating them ethically and responsibly. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the need for honesty, self-trust, and long-term thinking, as well as the importance of protecting children from harm.

Overall, the conversation is both introspective and informative, offering valuable insights into the human psyche and the importance of empathy and self-awareness.

Check out Jackson's links for his book and social media here:

https://linktr.ee/jax.theripper

Show notes:

Introduction

Integrity definition

The formula for integrity is core values

By the end, you should know a draft of your values, how to live by them, and what behaviour change you could make today to become a bit more confident

What are core values and why are they important?

Integrity diamond

Start with what they’re not

So what is a core value

Thoughts and feelings don’t count

Core Values Exercise: The Integrity Formula

Integrity builds confidence, integrity is a formula

Values is the ingredients

Value questions

values criteria

Practical definition

Exercise

Core Values List for Confident Integrity: Examples and Definitions

Curiosity

Courage

Honesty

Acceptance

Respect

Responsibility

Giving

Assertiveness

Presence

Generosity

Ruthlessness

Core Values for Business and Career Development

Entrepreneur, owner or an employee

Patience

Responsibility

Honesty

Determination

Generosity

Service

Humility

Assertiveness

7 Core Values for Personal Relationships

Single, dating, or married

Honesty

Curiosity

Respect

Acceptance

Courage

Presence

Assertiveness

Generosity

Core Values for Leadership That Inspires Loyalty

Boss, manager, priest, or head of the family

Courage

Embodied

Curious

Assertive

Service

Ruthless

Responsible

Humility