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Controlling Your Emotional Triggers

April 11, 2025 | Episode 5070

Host: Scott Smith

Episode Description

Ever catch yourself doing exactly what you promised you'd never do? In this episode, Scott shares a personal moment when he lost his cool with his wife - proving that even "Mr. Positivity" has triggering moments! Discover how your emotional habits can activate before your logical brain catches up, and learn Scott's practical three-step approach to gaining control over those unwanted emotional reactions.

Featured Story

Scott confesses to having a meltdown while trying to exit an airport parking lot after returning home sick from the Podcast Movement Convention. He could not stop the emotional cascade despite setting personal rules against such behavior. This relatable story highlights how we're all human, and sometimes our emotions override our best intentions, especially when we're tired, stressed, or not feeling well.

Key Takeaways

Your emotions serve as a personal alarm system, providing critical information about internal and external events.

Triggers are often rooted in past experiences that resurface unexpectedly, activating robust emotional responses that can feel misaligned with current situations.

Even the most logical people are emotional beings - understanding this balance is key to developing emotional intelligence and regaining control.

Memorable Quotes

"The better things are going on in life, the more challenges you will have, but that's how things are."

"We're not designed to squash our emotional reactions - they're kind of like a personal alarm system."

"Controlling behaviors that have been on autopilot for years takes work, but with awareness and discipline, you can change your response."

Scott's Three-Step Approach

Catch yourself after the trigger happens - notice your mistake and promise to catch it soon.

When triggered again, catch yourself while being triggered and get control as soon as possible.

With practice, you'll begin to catch yourself before the trigger happens and avoid unwanted reactions altogether.

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Introducing Master Hypnotist Reveals The Manifestation Formula That’s MORE Powerful Than The Law of Attraction | Jim Curtis from The School of Greatness.

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I was captivated by Jim Curtis's profound insight that most of our limitations are self-created "mind traps" we fall into without realizing it. As a master hypnotherapist who overcame decades of debilitating nerve pain, Jim shared how our negativity bias, confirmation bias, and the "backfire effect" keep us stuck in patterns that no longer serve us. The conversation revealed how Jim's own healing journey took him from a wheelchair to wholeness by shifting his focus from what was broken to what was possible. What struck me most was his practical demonstration of self-hypnosis that anyone can use to quiet the critical mind and reconnect with their true "I am" state. This episode offers transformative wisdom for anyone struggling with physical pain, emotional blocks, or limiting beliefs about their worthiness.

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In this episode you will learn:

• The four mind traps that keep people stuck in patterns of suffering
• How to use self-hypnosis techniques to bypass your critical mind and reprogram your subconscious in just one minute per day
• Why the Law of Assumption (what you assume to be true about yourself) is more powerful than the Law of Attraction
• The difference between directive statements and questions, and why questions like "I wonder if you realize how amazing..." are more effective communication tools
• Four signs you're living in a high vibrational state

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How To Pump Yourself Up When No One Else Will

April 10, 2025 | Episode 5069

Host: Scott Smith

Episode Description

Ever need a quick boost, but no one's around to give you that pep talk? In today's episode, Scott shares a powerful technique he learned from a martial arts instructor that can instantly change your state and flood your body with motivation-fueling dopamine. You'll discover why being your own best cheerleader might be the most important skill you develop this year.

Featured Story

Scott shares his experience witnessing a man in a hotel hallway repeatedly saying "yes, yes, yes" to pump himself up before a meeting. This real-world example highlights how we can physically and emotionally get ourselves "in state" to perform at our best. Scott connects this to the science of anchoring and dopamine release that powers our motivation to move forward, even when no one else is there to encourage us.

Key Takeaways

Relying on external motivation feels good, but developing internal motivation techniques gives you power over your emotional state anytime, anywhere.

The PYOTB (Pat Yourself On The Back/Butt) method combines physical movement with positive self-talk to create a powerful motivational anchor.

Consistent use of these state-changing techniques creates stronger neural connections, making it easier to shift your emotional state instantly when needed.

Memorable Quotes

"When you're in a funk, you may as well make it funky."

"You take dopamine and discipline, the double Ds of life."

"Without dopamine, you're a slug on a couch. With dopamine, you're Superman or Superwoman."

Scott's Three-Step Approach

Establish your motivational anchor by combining physical movement (like the PYOTB technique) with enthusiastic, positive self-talk.

Practice regularly triggering your anchor, especially before important events, to build strength and effectiveness.

You can use your anchor whenever you need an instant mood shift - before meetings, tough conversations, or anytime your energy dips.

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Introducing Relationship Expert: How To Date To Find The Person You Want To Marry from The School of Greatness.

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What if the only destination for dating is marriage? Senior pastor Stephen Chandler unpacks his transformative "Relationship Roadmap" approach, challenging our modern dating culture with refreshing honesty. Stephen shares why intentionality is the missing ingredient in most failed relationships. Through vulnerable stories of his own marriage journey — from being the broke pastor who married a financially stable nurse, to learning the hard way about how his achievement-driven mindset nearly damaged his marriage — Stephen reveals why the two decisions that will define your life are what you do with God and who you choose to spend your life with. This eye-opening conversation delivers practical wisdom for anyone seeking to build a relationship that doesn't just survive but becomes the foundation for true greatness in every area of life.

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In this episode you will learn:

• Why dating without marriage as your destination creates detours that delay your path to greatness and damages your heart along the way
• How physical intimacy clouds judgment and prevents you from recognizing relationship red flags before it's too late
• The critical difference between yellow and red flags in dating, and why your trusted community's opinion of your partner matters more than your own
• Why money problems aren't necessarily relationship dealbreakers, but a partner's unwillingness to grow absolutely is
• How to create the proper balance between pursuing ambitious goals and making meaningful memories in your relationship

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Stop Managing Your Calendar (Do This Instead)

April 9, 2025 | Episode - 5068

Host: Scott Smith

Episode Description

Are you letting your calendar run your life? In this eye-opening episode, Scott challenges the modern obsession with packed schedules and reveals why the most successful people focus on the spaces between appointments. You'll discover why claiming 100% of your time as your own first—before allocating it to others—is the real secret to higher performance, greater creativity, and a more fulfilling life.

Featured Story

Scott shares his conversation with a client who was shocked to see only three appointments on Scott's daily calendar. The revelation? Scott focuses on the unscheduled time—his invisible appointments with himself. While most people concentrate on their meetings and obligations, the real magic happens when you value and protect the space between scheduled commitments.

Key Takeaways

You already own 100% of your time—it's yours to allocate, not something to be managed or controlled by others.

The most creative, productive, and high-performing people prioritize the "default mode network" where your brain can wander freely.

People who make and keep invisible appointments with themselves become difference makers who lead rather than follow.

Memorable Quotes

"Time is your most valuable asset. It should never be allocated to anything other than what is the most important thing in your life."

"You already have all the freedom you could ever possibly have to do anything you want to do."

"People who make and keep invisible appointments with themselves are the difference makers around us. They're not chasing the crowd. They're leading the way."

Scott's Three-Step Approach

Recognize that 100% of your day is already your time—claim it first before allocating it to others.

Create "invisible appointments" with yourself that you value as highly as meetings with others.

Allow your mind space to enter the default mode network where creativity and high performance naturally occur.

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Introducing Oprah and Jonathan Haidt on How Social Media Is Changing Childhood from The Oprah Podcast.

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We are only just beginning to understand the impact social media and smart devices are having on the mental and emotional well-being of teens and children around the world. In this episode of “The Oprah Podcast,” Oprah talks to Jonathan Haidt: a social psychologist, NYU professor and the New York Times bestselling author of "The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness." Jonathan will share why he believes the skyrocketing rates of anxiety, depression and addictive behaviors in teenagers can be directly linked to social media and excessive screen time. Oprah and Jonathan will also talk to teens - and their parents - from around the country about how their addiction to social media and smart devices is depriving them of their adolescence. Finally, Jonathan will offer tangible ideas for how parents and teens can work together to act now to prevent long-term and irreversible damage on teenagers’ still developing brains.

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Why Your Breaking Point Is Your Breakthrough Moment

April 8, 2025 | Episode 5067

Host: Scott Smith

Episode Description

Have you ever felt so frustrated that you slammed a door and declared, "I'm done!" just like Scott's grandson Sawyer? In today's episode, Scott explores that magical moment when you've finally worn yourself out trying the same approach—and why that breaking point is the perfect beginning. Learn why those "temper tantrums" (or, as Scott humorously calls them, "neurolinguistic programming pattern breaks") might be exactly what you need to create real change.

Featured Story

Scott shares a personal story about his 9-year-old grandson Sawyer, his "mini-me" right down to the husky pants and door-slamming frustration. This relatable family moment becomes the perfect metaphor for how we all reach breaking points before making meaningful changes in our lives. Scott's signature humor shines through as he acknowledges we've all had those moments—and maybe they're not as childish as we think.

Key Takeaways

When you're completely worn out and refuse to continue, your breaking point is often the catalyst you need for fundamental transformation.

You don't have to wait until you're completely exhausted to make a change—you can recognize the pattern and choose to accelerate your breakthrough moment.

The only person who can honestly answer the questions in your mind and make your dreams real is you—the minute you decide to make them happen.

Memorable Quotes

"When everything seems like it's falling apart, everything is falling right into place."

"Your dreams become real the minute you decide to make them happen."

"The more you pay attention to managing your life, the better managed it will be."

Scott's Three-Step Approach

Identify where you've reached that "I'm done" moment and recognize it as an opportunity rather than a setback.

Accept that you—not external advice—hold the answers to creating the change you seek.

Decide to change today instead of waiting until you're completely worn out.

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Introducing LIZZO EXCLUSIVE: “Releasing The Weight Has Affected People” The Real Transformation Story She’s Never Shared Before from On Purpose with Jay Shetty.

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How would your life change if your healing reshaped not just your body, but your entire way of being?

What if the real change wasn’t about losing anything—but about gaining a deeper connection to yourself?

In this deeply vulnerable episode, global superstar Lizzo sits down with Jay for an unfiltered conversation about loss, boundaries, transformation, and what it really feels like living in the spotlight. Lizzo shares how her loyalty to friends and her habit of seeing the good in everyone sometimes came at the cost of her own peace.

She shares what happened when she finally stopped chasing relationships that no longer served her—and how distance gave her clarity on who was truly in her corner. Lizzo opens up about the pain of letting people go, the reality of feeling isolated, and the music that came out of her lowest moments.

Lizzo dives deep into how the recent public scandal impacted her—and why she’s now more intentional than ever with her words, her energy, and her healing. Lizzo opens up about the responsibility of being a public figure, how her weight release journey evolved into a powerful personal transformation, and why she's chosen to let go of toxic energy.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How to Let Go of One-Sided Relationships

Why Some People Disappear When You Set Boundaries

How to Honor Your Emotions Without Editing Them

How Your Energy Shapes What You Attract

How Love Without Drama Becomes a Flow State

What It Means to Grow Apart Without Guilt

Why Intentional Healing Starts With Self-Awareness

Lizzo’s transformation is a reminder that you can still believe in people—and protect yourself. You can evolve—and still be soft. And you can face the hardest season of your life—and still come back to love.

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

02:31 Sound Bath For Healing

07:40 Understanding Astrology to Change Your Life

10:38 Choose How to Lead Your Life 

15:28 How to Protect Your Peace

19:28 Getting Inspiration from Grief

26:02 Set Boundaries to Protect Yourself

35:05 Do You Believe in Love?

39:24 Continue to Be Yourself

43:14 Stand Up for Your Cause

46:39 Stop Forcing Relationships to Happen

50:18 Know Your Role, Stay in Your Lane

56:36 Advice for Aspiring Artist

58:40 How to Become an Unconditional Lover

01:02:40 The Power of Self Love 

01:05:51 Be Real About Your Journey

01:11:03 Letting Go of What’s Holding You Back

01:14:12 Become the Best Version of Yourself

01:15:45 Lizzo on Final Five

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How Your Perspective Transforms Every Problem

April 6, 2025 | Episode 5066

Host: Scott Smith

Episode Description

When life throws you a curveball, how do you respond? In this episode, Scott shares a personal story about having his flight canceled before an important business trip. Instead of panicking, he turned the situation into a game of "hide and seek" - finding solutions with the same adventurous spirit we had as kids. You'll discover how your perspective on problems determines everything and why focusing on what truly matters is essential, even in chaos.

Featured Story

Scott was preparing for a business trip to Chicago when he received a text that his flight was canceled. Rather than stressing out, he approached the problem like a childhood game of hide and seek - looking for available seats on another flight while his wife helped. The experience reminded him that it's not the problems we face but how we view them that determines our success and happiness.

Key Takeaways

How you view a problem matters more than the problem itself - approach challenges with gratitude, grace, and patience.

When life gets chaotic, people typically sacrifice their future dreams and aspirations first when these should be protected.

Life will always have urgent situations, but focusing on what's important to you ensures you stay on track toward your goals.

Memorable Quotes

"No matter what happens and what problem comes your way, it's just a bitty little thing that will pass eventually. The storm always does."

"Not all dreams do come true, but the important ones always seem to come your way."

"Imagine how good it would be if you consciously paid attention to those dreams, and every time life got crazy, you looked at it in a manner that would allow you to deal with it and stay in that important zone."

Scott's Three-Step Approach

When problems arise, step back and look at them differently - they're often not as intimidating as they first appear.

Maintain perspective on the big picture and remember what indeed drives you, even as you handle urgent matters.

Consciously protect your important dreams and goals when life gets chaotic rather than sacrificing them first.

Connect With Me

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Introducing Imbolo Mbue + Crys Matthews from SongWriter.

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Bestselling Cameroonian-American author Imbolo Mbue shares an excerpt she chose from How Beautiful We Were, about a village’s collective fight against a fictional oil company. Scientist Dorsa Amir describes her research with the Shuar natives of Ecuador, and how cooperation against a common threat and polarization both contain risks and benefits. Activist and songwriter Crys Matthews describes how collective action is at the center of her work, and shares her brand-new song “Restitution.”

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