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I don’t like to admit it, but I don’t like change. But it’s something I’m working on because more and more I realize the amazing benefits of having new experiences—I even create those experiences for others as part of my Work Hard Play Hard Mastermind Experience. So today, we’re going to talk about the science behind trying new things, how doing something different wakes you up to the experience, and how novelty can actually rewire your brain.

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Links from today’s episode:

• Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd
• Connect with Kim on Instagram: @kimmurgatroyd

To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workhardplayhardpodcast.com

I often hear from my coaching clients that “things aren’t bad,” you know? When we’re talking about what areas of their life they want to improve they are grasping to come up with something. They’re living life at 72 degrees—too comfortable to turn on the AC or put on a jacket. It’s good to be grateful for what you have and recognize what you’ve achieved, but humans always want to be growing. Sometimes we’re just not paying attention to the cues in life that we want something more. We’re going to talk about what to look out for, how to identify when good enough is actually good enough, and how to stop yourself from growing stagnant.

Download the Patreon App and Join our Private Member Episodes at www.patreon.com/fridateApply to be a part of our next Work Hard Play Hard Mastermind Experience at workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind

Links from today’s episode:

• Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd
• Connect with Kim on Instagram: @kimmurgatroyd

To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workhardplayhardpodcast.com

You’ve probably heard people talk about having a “growth mindset” before. Some people believe they were born with certain abilities—also known as a “fixed mindset”—and others believe they can cultivate it. But how do you get a growth mindset, and what can it do for you? We’re going to share two stories from our life about overcoming a fixed mindset and adopting a growth mindset.

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Links from today’s episode:

• Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd
• Connect with Kim on Instagram: @kimmurgatroyd

To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workhardplayhardpodcast.com

In this Double Shot, I talk about the obsessive rumination over work thoughts and how to hack your brain into being more present, how to balance parenting to believe anything is possible while also balancing expectations, noticing the impact of my testosterone replacement therapy, and the perks of our new Patreon community.

Download the Patreon App and Join our Private Member Episodes at www.patreon.com/fridateApply to be a part of our next Work Hard Play Hard Mastermind Experience at workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind

Links from today’s episode:

• Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd
• Connect with Kim on Instagram: @kimmurgatroyd

To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workhardplayhardpodcast.com

Jealousy is ugly—we all know it. But what if we contextualize jealousy for what it actually is: a sign of contrast? We’ve explored the topic of contrast before, but today I’m going to give an actionable way to explore contrast in your life with two tools that will help you add and subtract things from your life at will.

In This Conversation We Cover:

• [02:48] Creating a contrast list
• [07:45] Accepting ownership over the circumstances of your life
• [10:50] How contrast helps you find clarity on what you want
• [13:52] Creating a feel-good list
• [16:15] Our new Patreon community

Resources:

• Foundation Training original 12 minutes w/ Dr. Eric Goodman
• Download the Patreon App and Join the Rob Murgatroyd Show AD FREE at patreon.com/fridate
• Apply to be a part of our next Work Hard Play Hard Mastermind Experience at workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind
• Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd
• Connect with Kim on Instagram: @kimmurgatroyd

To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workhardplayhardpodcast.com

In this Double Shot, I talk about how to set a new vision when you’re living your past one, trying to step into the moments in life that you want more of, my quest to find the perfect wearable—and what’s currently working for me, and how getting into your heart can help you change the patterns in your life that keep you feeling unhappy.

Resources:

• Mastermind: workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind
• Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd
• Connect with Kim on Instagram: @kimmurgatroyd
• Download the Patreon App and Join the Rob Murgatroyd Show AD FREE at
• Apply to be a part of our next Work Hard Play Hard Mastermind Experience

To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workhardplayhardpodcast.com

While in the middle of our long traveling stint, someone reached out to Kim via DM and asked why we were okay working in the middle of our holiday. And look, it’s a good question! So we’re addressing that today. Why are we still working and creating content while we travel? Do we ever take time off to fully unplug? And what are the alternatives? Let’s discuss!

In This Conversation We Cover:

• [02:36] Introducing Double Shot episodes
• [04:31] Why we work while traveling
• [11:12] Using travel to inspire creativity
• [13:55] The two sides of work-life balance
• [17:27] Finding the pros and cons of work and rest
• [19:14] The shifting tide of remote work
• [21:22] Going all in on vacation
• [24:21] When collaboration is necessary

Resources:

• Mastermind: workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind
• Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd
• Connect with Kim on Instagram: @kimmurgatroyd

People love to look at us traveling one month out of the year and say “Well, that must be nice.” And you know what? It is nice, but it sure wasn’t easy. When something is a priority in your life—like travel is for us—you have to make sacrifices to make it happen. Years ago we were taking one week a year of vacation until we decided to push it to two, then three, then four—all while running a business. We share the steps we took to get there, the role mindset plays in getting what you want, and how you can start making your dreams a reality.

In This Conversation We Cover:

• [02:20] Why “it must be nice” isn’t easy
• [07:02] Letting bad things happen
• [10:36] How big plans force you to do things differently
• [19:44] Building your life around what’s important to you
• [25:57] What a typical day of our vacation looks like

Resources:

• The Art of Letting Bad Things Happen (and Weapons of Mass Distraction) – The Blog of Author Tim Ferriss
• Mastermind: workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind
• Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd
• Connect with Kim on Instagram: @kimmurgatroyd

To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workhardplayhardpodcast.com

If you had the opportunity to do it all over again—to relive your life knowing what you know now—what would it look like? We gain a lot of clarity just moving through life, but the cruel irony of that is we don’t often get the time to make adjustments and live a full life with those lessons in mind. Or… maybe you can. It takes courage to look at your life, to realize you’re on the wrong track, and intentionally start over, even when it means taking a step back. So many of us are living our lives by default without taking the time to design the life we want to live. We’re going to share why you MUST shift gears the moment you know you’re on the wrong path, or risk living a life of regret.

In This Conversation We Cover:

• [02:24] What you would do if you could reimagine your life
• [04:22] Getting locked into your lifestyle even if it’s the wrong one
• [12:17] Reverse-engineering your life by design
• [15:46] Starting with what matters most
• [19:14] Identifying your own path without shame
• [24:43] Taking baby steps towards the life you want

Resources:

• Mastermind: workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind
• Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd
• Connect with Kim on Instagram: @kimmurgatroyd

To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workhardplayhardpodcast.com

Jasmine Star makes social media look easy. That is her job, after all. But the truth is, social media is work—for all of us. That doesn’t mean it has to be like pulling teeth. In this conversation, we tackle how Jasmine’s background set her on the path she’s on today, the things she’s learned along the way on her journey towards success, and why finding your joy usually means doing hard things you don’t want to do. She knows how to work hard, but she also knows how to enjoy life.

In This Conversation We Cover:

• [03:05] How culture shapes our view of the world
• [06:56] Recognizing the drive for more
• [13:25] Putting happiness above success
• [18:59] How our definition of happiness changes over time
• [23:48] Hijacking your mindset toward growth
• [31:11] Giving people what they want on social media
• [38:44] Rapid-fire questions

Resources:

• jasminestar.com
• Instagram: @jasminestar
• Jasmine Star’s YouTube
• Mastermind: workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind
• Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd
• Connect with Kim on Instagram: @kimmurgatroyd

To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workhardplayhardpodcast.com