In this episode, I talk with Dr. Karen Doll about impactful and applicable strategies to cultivate psychological fitness.

We discuss:

- How societal and cultural factors affect our psychological fitness - and why the year 2012 had a profound impact on our collective mental health.

- How to embrace appropriate vulnerability in a professional setting.

- The single greatest "bang-for-your-buck" way to improve psychological fitness.

Challenge: At [30:45], Dr. Doll challenges us to embrace the role of a "reacher-outer" this year - and shares simple examples of how we can do this!

Resources:

Building Psychological Fitness (Book)

Dr. Karen Doll (Website)

Dr. Karen Doll (LinkedIn)

In this episode, I talk with Bart Berkey about what makes the difference between becoming the person who does vs. being the person who doesn't.

We discuss:

- Why most people don't and the origin of the trademarked concept.

- The thing that differentiates the people who do vs. the people who don't.

- Bart's theory of "doing distractors" and specific tools to counteract them.

Challenge: At [54:41], Bart challenges you to identify a personal "should-do" - and do it!

Resources:

Bart's Podcast

Most People Don't Podcast

Most People Don't Book

In this episode, I talk with Dan Miller about how we can live a longer, happier, and healthier life by living more like human animals. 

We discuss:

- Why Dan’s goal is to live to 130 and understanding longevity potential.

- Practical ways we can live more like human animals despite the challenges of our current environment.

- The power of community and its impact on our health.

Challenge: At [1:04:50], Dan shares an 8 word challenge for you to do the next time you feel stressed, unhappy, or anxious.

Resources:

Dan’s Website 

The Sleep Solution book 

Purest Mushrooms

CBD (50-120 mg daily) (Code “DANMILLER” gets you 10% off). This is as close to clinical grade as you can get!

STEM Cell Enhancer 

In this episode, I talk with Jericha Szlo about how we can use neuroscience to reach our full potential.

We discuss:

- Jericha's personal story and pivotal moment that led her to discover the power of the subconscious mind.

- Understanding the subconscious mind and how we can use it to reach our full potential. 

- How we can cultivate personal, physical, and online environments that contribute to our inner peace.

Challenge: At [44:44], Jericha shares a simple list you can create in your notes app to shift your external reality and create more peace in your life.

Resources:

The Upper Limit Podcast

Jericha's Website

Jericha's TikTok

Jericha's Instagram

In this episode, I talk with Amelia Forczak about what it takes to write your next bestseller. As a bestselling ghostwriter herself, she shares practical insight and tips for aspiring authors to write a book that creates lasting impact.

We discuss:

- The #1 thing that prevents people from writing their book…and how to overcome it.

- How to assess the viability of a book idea.

- How AI and Chat GPT can be (ethically) leveraged in writing and marketing your book.

Challenge: At [43:31], Amelia shares what you need to do right now to write and publish your book.

Resources:

The Author's Club

Pithy Wordsmithery Website

Amelia's LinkedIn

In this episode, I talk with Kyle Willkom about the the ripple effect, the power of naivety in taking action, and the constant chase for productivity in a busy world.

We discuss:

- How a random encounter with a stranger changed led Kyle to kickstart his career in writing and speaking.

- How you can leverage naivety for success.

- Finding balance between drive and contentment.

Challenge: At [34:40], Kyle shares a simple action you can take today to create a ripple effect and positively impact the people around you.

Resources:

Kyle's Website

The Traveler's Gift by Andy Andrews

The 7 Decisions by Andy Andrews

In this episode, I talk with Mike Rucker about why crafting deliberate fun could be the key to experiencing more joy and happiness.

We discuss:

- Why we are often less happy, despite having more information and tools for happiness than ever.

- Defining fun and distinguishing the differences between high vs. low arousal fun.

- Understanding the PLAY model: A tool to assess how different types of activities contribute to our fulfillment.

Challenge: At [41:25], Mike challenges you to look at your previous 168 hours and take an inventory of how you’ve been spending your time.

Resources:

The PLAY model

Time Audit Worksheet

The Fun File and The Year of Fun

The Fun Habit Book

Mike's Instagram

Mike's LinkedIn

In this episode, I talk with Cait Murphy about how to recognize nervous system dysregulation and apply somatic tools to our everyday life.

We discuss:

- The practices that helped Cait heal and reverse burnout.

- Polyvagal theory and the autonomic ladder.

- Practical tools for regulating your nervous system.

Challenge: At [40:55], Cait shares a somatic practice you can start today to improve awareness and deepen your connection with your body.

Resources:

Rewire The Podcast

Cait's LinkedIn

Cait's Instagram

In this episode, I talk with Brandon Fong about how to create, build, and strengthen authentic relationships.

We discuss:

- How to create new connections with the people who are where you want to be.

- Brandon's 3-step strategy to build any relationship.

- What the IKEA effect teaches us about building strong relationships.

Challenge: At [53:50], Brandon shares a simple yet powerful action you can do today to enhance your existing relationships.

Resources:

The Beyond Curious Podcast

In this episode, Mikki and I talk about the power of storytelling and the tools she created to live a fulfilling life and find her dream job.

 We discuss:

- The 4 objectives that led Mikki to find her dream job.

- The experience list she created to live a more fulfilling and exciting life.

- Mikki’s tips to become a great storyteller.

Challenge: At [34:42], Mikki shares something she created called the PIES challenge. Over the next 30 days, take at least one of each of the following: physical risk, intellectual risk, emotional risk, and spiritual risk.

Resources: