Live Through Love with Ruben Rojas

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  • Ep. 90 - Surviving the NFL, Learning to Love Yourself Again, and How Mediation and Breathwork Help Your Mental Health with Eben Britton

    Ever imagine what it feels like to walk in the shoes of a professional athlete? Special guest Eben Britton, former NFL player, shares his rollercoaster journey through professional sports, right from his days at the University of Arizona to a career-ending injury. This episode is not just a retelling of an athlete's career, it's a journey through the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of a true sportsman.

    Eben joins Ruben to share what life after a football career really looks like for many. He offers an honest look at the importance of self-love and its role in recovery and growth. Through riveting anecdotes and personal experiences, Eben paints a vivid picture of the struggles athletes face, the journey towards self-love, and the priceless value of being present.

    Eben also delves into the role of social media in promoting self-love and community engagement. He dismantles societal stereotypes around love and masculinity, and shares his own experiences with confronting his inner demons. His inspiring journey serves as a reminder that the language we use and the actions we take can greatly influence our journey to self-love and self-respect. Tune in for a no-holds-barred conversation on love, self-care, and the pursuit of a fulfilling life beyond the football field.

    How does Eben live through love? "I learned the value of transferring this positive attitude to my family and community. Throughout, I unraveled how self-love doesn't reside in proving how tough you are, but in accepting and valuing yourself as you are."

    "The road was laden with injuries, unpleasant business dealings, and personal struggle, but it also gave birth to an epiphany of self-love and respect."- Eben Britton

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    In this episode, you will learn…

    • Self-love involves accepting oneself, not proving toughness; it is key to navigating through life's challenges and personal struggles.
    • Being present is not only crucial for personal well-being but also significantly impacts the lives of those around us.
    • Saying 'no' can be a powerful act of self-love and respect, allowing one to avoid confusion and maintain personal boundaries.
    • True masculinity is not about physical toughness, but how one shows up in life, their actions, and interactions with others.
    • The journey of self-discovery and self-love can be long and difficult, but it is ultimately rewarding and transformative.

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    "Coming from the intense environment of professional football, I learned that the true strength lies in vulnerability and openness, not in the physical prowess." - Eben Britton

    About the guest: Eben Britton is a former American football offensive tackle who played six seasons in the National Football League. Selected 39th overall in the 2009 NFL Draft, he spent four years with the Jacksonville Jaguars followed by two with the Chicago Bears, last playing football in 2014

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    Learn more at EbenBritton.com

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    1 hr 19 min
  • Ep. 89 - The Five L's of Love and Life: Advice From a 102-Year-Old Physician on Longevity and Happiness with Dr. Gladys McGarey

    Imagine an approach to medicine that places love at the core of healing; where doctors guide you towards your inner healer. Dr. Gladys McGarey, MD joins us today and unravels the impact of love on our health and longevity. We bring to light the inception story of the American Holistic Medical Association and its unique philosophy of loving individuals rather than merely eradicating their diseases.

    Gladys joins Ruben to delve into the Five L's of Love and Life, which encompass love, life, laughter, labor, and listening. With Dr. McGarey, we explore the impact of our actions, emphasizing the power of choice, as we can either radiate love or portray fear.

    The two of them explore the crucial elements of self-love, self-forgiveness, and self-gratitude in achieving our life's purpose and enhancing our longevity. So, join us for this insightful and empowering conversation about love, life, and the remarkable healing power within us all.

    How does Gladys live through love? "It's a matter of seeing joy and happiness in actions, not the the dire consequences." - Dr. Gladys McGarey

    "We are almost an impossibility. It's impossible for you to be me and me to be you. Yet we are. And there will never be another one of us again." - Dr. Gladys McGarey

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    In this episode, you will learn…

    • Love is at the core of holistic healing and longevity
    • Actions reflect either love or fear, the choice is ours
    • Self-love, self-forgiveness, and self-gratitude enhance our life purpose
    • Experiencing love and death teaches us about life's fragility
    • Empowering patients promotes collective responsibility for health and well-being

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    "Look for the light, not for the darkness, because they're both there, and if you look for the light, you'll find it." - Dr. Gladys McGarey

    About the guest: Over the past sixty years, Dr. Gladys McGarey, MD has pioneered a new way of thinking about disease and health that has transformed the way we imagine health care and self-care around the world. The cofounder of the American Holistic Medical Association, Dr. McGarey has mentored everyone from Dr. Mark Hyman to Dr. Edith Eger and has helped hundreds of patients live happier and healthier lives.

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    1 hr 9 min
  • Ep. 88 - Unlocking the Frequency of Love: How to Train Your Brain to Boost Emotional Intimacy and Improve Your Quality of Life with Paola Telfer

    Have you ever wondered how some people seem to switch gears between love and fear easier than others? What was once perhaps an innate skill is now a trainable skill thanks to advances in neurofeedback technology. Guest Paola Telfer, CEO and founder of Sens.ai, unfolds her inspiring journey of overcoming adversity, battling PTSD, and the role neurofeedback played in her healing process, which eventually led to the creation of an incredible at-home tool anyone can use to boost brain health.

    Paola joins Ruben to delve into the power of training the brain for love, emphasizing not just physical fitness but also mental well-being. Paola shares insightful strategies for shifting mental states and enhancing mindfulness, from simple breathing practices to leveraging modeling techniques.

    We also explore ways to optimize brain health and performance, discussing different approaches from music to biohacking. Paola underlines the significance of understanding our emotional blocks and how to tap into the frequency of love. By the end of this conversation you will have gained profound insights and a deeper understanding of training your brain for love, enhancing mental health, and overall well-being.

    How does Paola live through love? "Love is a profound, persistent feeling of affection." - Paola Telfer

    "Before we can be good in a relationship, we need to be in a good relationship with ourselves, with our emotions." - Paola Telfer

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    In this episode, you will learn…

    • Training the Brain for Emotional Intimacy
    • Exploring Controllers and Responding With Love
    • Shifting Mental States and Finding Presence
    • Optimizing Brain Health and Performance
    • Healing, Empowerment, and Marriage Challenges
    • Journey of Neurofeedback and Growth Together
    • Signature Cranking and Brain Training Performance
    • Cognitive Decline and Living Through Love

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    "Love is an expression within myself and it is really just about me being in touch with my full interiority, really understanding what's going on in that moment"- Paola Telfer

    About the guest: Paola is an avid explorer of neuroscience, consciousness development and peak states. She is the CEO and Founder of Sens.ai. To feel their best and live their best life, people need to train their brain and control their state. Sens.ai provides the technology and training that people need to make it happen, faster. Given AI and the future of work, this is more pressing than ever.

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    An Operation Podcast original in collaboration with Live Through Love Media

    1 hr 9 min
  • Ep. 87 - Conversations from Beyond: Life, Death, Love and Mediumship with Jonathan Mark

    Have you ever wondered how it feels to connect with the spiritual realm? What if you could hear the voices of those who have passed on? Our guest, Jonathan Mark, a seasoned medium, unveils the enigmatic world of mediums and their extraordinary abilities. Step into an episode filled with captivating revelations from Jonathan's journey of self-discovery, acceptance, and the unique gift of mediumship.

    Jonathan joins Ruben to journey through the mysterious spiritual realm and give us insights into how he communicates with spirits, interprets spiritual symbols, and understands energy. We delve into profound topics such as life after death, reincarnation, and the emotional toll of suicide on families. Jonathan opens up about his pre-reading practices, which include meditation and music, and brings to light some dark experiences he's had as a medium. We explore the power of negative energy and how Jonathan identifies when a spirit is present.

    Jonathan also discuss the fear surrounding death and the concerning rate of suicide among young people. He shares his perspective on these critical issues and his intention to make a difference through this platform and a book he's planning to write. From challenging love to solving cold cases, Jonathan's journey as a medium is filled with remarkable and insightful lessons.

    How does Jonathan live through love? "Always helping out, even when people aren't looking. That's my thing. You don't need a camera, you don't need to post it. Who cares? Just help out when no one is looking, because that goes a lot longer of a way than a camera in someone's face and you posting it."

    "I'm not here to sell miracles. I am simply a guide who can help you when you are ready to explore the unknown." - Jonathan Mark

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    In this episode, you will learn…

    • Mediums are not sellers of miracles, but guides who can assist you when you are prepared to delve into the unknown.
    • During times of difficulty, one should rely on their own strength before seeking spiritual guidance.
    • The importance of patience in the healing process, highlighting that answers will come when one is genuinely ready to receive them.
    • Mediums are not miracle workers but are there to provide spiritual intervention when one feels they need it in their journey.

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    "When the going gets tough, it's important to remember to stay grounded and find solace in your human strength first before turning to any spiritual guidance."- Jonathan Mark

    About the guest: Jonathan is a highly respected psychic medium that is able to connect his clients with loved ones who have crossed over. His mission is to provide comfort to his clientele through compassionate personal readings that are compelling and touching. Jonathan received confirmation of his gift by another psychic medium when he was 20 years old. Since then he has developed his unique abilities of being able to communicate with loved ones who have crossed over.

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    An Operation Podcast original in collaboration with Live Through Love Media

    1 hr 23 min
  • Ep. 86 - Cultivating Self-Awareness and Embracing Vulnerability While Navigating Modern Life with Humble the Poet

    Humble is back in the studio to brainstorm with Ruben about how we can create and amplify a culture of love through the discomfort, fear, and difficulty of life. He shares wisdom on how to stop taking the easy road (because it doesn't get you anywhere), reverse your limiting beliefs, and get out of a scarcity mindset and into a LOVE mindset.

    Humble joins Ruben to remind you to be aware that chasing convenience and easiness will not lead to growth. Leaning into the discomfort and difficulty of life will unlock your potential, your ability to evolve, and a higher sense of self-respect.

    Are you choosing to be held hostage by fears and imaginary situations that may or may not happen? It's time to commit to your mission, share your talents and gifts, and do what you can to amplify this culture of love we're creating. This life isn't a dress rehearsal. There's no do overs.

    How does Humble live through Love? "Living a life of letting go of all that extra weight, baggage that you are aware of, and then doing the work to discover all the additional thousand pounds of baggage that's not aware of." - Humble

    "This isn't an infomercial to sell a dream or an idea. It's reconciling ideas that we might have lost because we live in such a fast-paced, distracting world that does not incentivize this type of living." –Humble

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    In this episode, you will learn…

    • Embracing Discomfort: One of the key lessons from the episode is the importance of embracing discomfort as an opportunity for growth. Life's conveniences often act as barriers to our personal growth, hence why it's important to challenge societal narratives and traditional ideas that impede our success.
    • Adapting to Change: In our fast-paced world, it's essential to navigate change and adapt to shifting trends, whether it's in technology, business, or relationships. This episode highlights the significance of fostering a culture of love, embracing visionary thinking, and living intentionally in a rapidly changing environment.
    • Preserving Artistic Integrity: Humble helps us navigate the struggle of maintaining artistic integrity while striving for financial success in a competitive world. The conversation also touched on the idea of viewing success not as a zero-sum game but as a shared win.
    • Cultivating Self-awareness and Love: One of the key messages is the significance of self-awareness, vulnerability, and self-love. Humble stresses the importance of ensuring that our cup is full before trying to fill others'.

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    "When I speak about love, I'm speaking about peace." – Humble

    About the Guest: Humble The Poet (Kanwer Mahl) is a Canadian-born artist, rapper, spoken-word poet, international best-selling author, and former elementary school teacher with a wildly popular blog with over 100,000 monthly readers. He is the author of "Unlearn", "Things No One Else Can Teach Us", and most recently, "How to Be Love(d)". Humble has performed at concerts and festivals, including Lollapalooza and has been featured in major media including The New York Times, BuzzFeed, Vogue, Rolling Stones, and Huffington Post.

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    Listen to Humble's first Live Through Love episode

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    An Operation Podcast original in collaboration with Live Through Love Media

    1 hr 16 min
  • Ep. 85 - Living For Our Future Self: How to Unlock Our Past and Become Who We Want to Be with Dr. Benjamin Hardy

    Dr. Benjamin Hardy, PhD joins us for an enlightening conversation about our relationship with the past, present, and future. Together, we explore the concept of 'living from the future' versus 'living in the future', discussing the differences and why it's crucial to clarity and exponential growth. Hardy also shares his personal story of taking a bold risk to bet on himself and his new career, providing an inspirational example of 10x growth and how you can do it, too.

    Ben joins Ruben to unpack the power of pursuing 'impossible' goals, and how these audacious ambitions can transform your life. We take a deep look into the differences between mere wishing and purposeful action, as well as how to keep yourself accountable to your dreams. Hardy shares powerful insights on reframing past experiences, surviving trauma, and using these instances as fuel for creating the future you want.

    Finally, don't miss our discussion on psychological flexibility and how this vital trait can empower us to better navigate between past, present, and future. Dr. Hardy explains the paradox of choice and its potential to lead to avoidance or analysis paralysis, stressing the importance of mastering our past and future so that our future can dictate our present. Together, we uncover strategies to increase our psychological flexibility and, ultimately, unmask our future selves. Join us on this journey of self-discovery and growth!

    How does Ben live through love? "I never let a goal to be accomplished become more important than a person to be loved." - Benjamin Hardy

    "Get connected to your future self, the person you want to be, and let your future be the filter for every choice you make right now." - Benjamin Hardy

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    In this episode, you will learn…

    • Live From the Future: This podcast highlights the importance of operating from the future, not just living in it. Dr. Hardy explains that we need to connect with our future selves and let this image guide our current decisions and actions. This means setting clear goals for the future, and letting these objectives determine what we say yes or no to in the present.
    • Pursue Impossible Goals: The episode emphasizes the transformative power of pursuing seemingly impossible goals. Moving from wishing to taking action can lead to significant personal growth and development. This involves being honest with ourselves, confronting our fears, and taking risks.
    • Reframe the Past: Dr. Hardy underscores the significance of reframing past experiences, especially traumatic ones. While we can't change the past, we can change how we perceive it and define it.
    • Enhance Psychological Flexibility: The podcast also discusses the concept of psychological flexibility, which can help us navigate between our past, present, and future. By mastering our past and future, we can allow our future to dictate our present.

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    "Recognize that you can learn from your past. You're not defined by it, but also it takes huge flexibility to actually reframe. If you're constantly reframing your relationship to your past, present, and future, then you're going to be very flexible in the present." - Benjamin Hardy

    About the guest: Dr. Benjamin Hardy is an organizational psychologist and is one of the world's leading experts on the psychology of entrepreneurial leadership and exponential growth. His PhD research focused on entrepreneurial courage and transformational leadership.

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    An Operation Podcast original in collaboration with Live Through Love Media

    1 hr 5 min
  • Ep. 84 - The Power of Choice, the Implications of Cancel Culture, and What Professional Athletes Are Really Like with Joy Taylor

    Joy Taylor takes us on her riveting journey from psychology student to professional muralist, media personality, and sports aficionado. Joy is here to unpack the power of choice in shaping our lives. This episode navigates her highs and lows in the art world, how the creative world has evolved, and why now more than ever there is a necessity for amplifying creatives.

    Joy joins Ruben to really do deep dive into the human side of professional athletes; it's more than just the game. We discern the impact of trades, cuts, and off-field adjustments, illuminating the complexities beyond the sports field. The conversation then takes a critical turn as we discuss the cancel culture and its implications. We emphasize the need for mindful communication, as words wield immense power, and the collective responsibility to learn and grow from our wrongdoings.

    We conclude with an exploration of self-love, positive feedback, and breaking free from generational trauma. Joy unravels the importance of setting healthy boundaries within family and the liberation it brings. Our discussion on the complex relationship between parents and children, forgiveness, and redemption strikes a resonating chord. This episode is a holistic blend of stimulating dialogues and powerful insights that promise to engage you on various levels. Tune in for a remarkable journey that is as inspiring as it is informative.

    How does Joy live through love? "There is an idea of selfishness or ego attached to the idea of loving yourself, but if you are truly operating from a place of love, the person you can and should love the most is you, because if you do that, you will not step into spaces of fear or hate or toxicity so easily."

    "You can't paint without depth. You can't have a piece of art without some darkness in it to amplify the light."- Joy Taylor

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    In this episode, you will learn…

    • The Power of Choice: The episode emphasizes the power of choice in shaping our lives. Every decision, whether consciously made or by default, has an impact on the trajectory of our life.
    • Understanding Professional Athletes: Professional athletes are more than just their performance on the field. Understanding the complexities of their lives, such as the impact of trades, cuts, and off-field adjustments, provides a more humanizing view of these individuals.
    • The Implication of Cancel Culture: The podcast explores the concept of cancel culture and its implications. It underscores the importance of mindful communication and being open to listening to those we may have offended or hurt with our words.
    • Importance of Self-love and Positive Feedback: Self-love is a crucial element in personal growth and self-development. It leads to freedom, confidence, and can help individuals break free from toxic relationships. Positive feedback, when given from a place of love and respect, can also play a crucial role in personal growth.

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    "If I wouldn't ask for your opinion, I don't value your criticism." - Joy Taylor

    About the guest: Joy Taylor is an American media personality and television host for Fox Sports 1. She is currently the co-host of Speak with LeSean McCoy and Emmanuel Acho. Taylor was the news update anchor on Fox Sports 1's The Herd with Colin Cowherd, and the host of The Joy Taylor Show Saturdays on Fox Sports Radio

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    1 hr 12 min
  • Ep. 83 - Unlock Empowerment: Mastering Self-Awareness and Embracing Imperfections with Diego 'Yung Pueblo' Perez

    Listen in as our special guest, Diego Perez, a.k.a. Yung Pueblo, and Ruben explore how to create a culture of love in our everyday lives and how to navigate challenges through internal liberation. We share personal experiences of transformation and discuss how pain can serve as a powerful motivator and teacher. Discover the importance of slowing down, checking in with your emotions, and developing self-awareness through practices like meditation.

    Pueblo joins Ruben to dig into the topics of self-acceptance, learning to receive love, how to unearth the obstacles before you to move forward from difficult moments, the importance of patience, and establishing practices to stay connected to yourself. This episode is full of insights on how love allows us to see the world from different perspectives, fostering understanding and acceptance.

    Finally, we provide practical tips on incorporating meditation into your daily routine, exploring the power of collaboration, and offering advice for aspiring artists. You will also learn how investing time and energy into personal growth can lead to profound transformation. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom, practical advice, and profound insights into creating a life rooted in love and acceptance.

    How does Yung Pueblo live through love? "With the people that I'm meeting for the first time, I don't know how their day has been, I don't know what you've been up to, I don't even really know what primary emotion you're holding in that moment that we're meeting. So to move forward with gentleness feels like the everyday mission for me."

    "My sadness was a motivator. My pain was my teacher. If you listen closely to your hurt, it will say there is a better way than this and all you have to do is respond. Show me, I'm ready." - Yung Pueblo

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    In this episode, you will learn…

    • Embracing Pain and Emotions: Pain can serve as both a powerful motivator and teacher. Instead of running away from our emotions, we need to learn how to sit with them and process them.
    • The Boundless Nature of Love: Love is much more than relationships. It can be a healing force, an act of kindness, and a potent energy that can change the world.
    • Importance of Self-Acceptance and Healing: Self-acceptance is critical to personal growth and healing. It's important to learn to trust ourselves, to move forward from difficult moments, and to establish practices that help us stay connected to ourselves.
    • Power of Meditation and Collaboration: Meditation is a powerful tool that can lead to profound transformation in every aspect of our lives. The power of collaboration is also emphasized, showing how a supportive network of like-minded individuals can push forward our missions of elevating humanity.

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    "When we cultivate the mind it will open up, almost like a flower, and you can finally take a good look in there."- Yung Pueblo

    About the guest: Diego Perez is a meditator and #1 New York Times bestselling author who is widely known on Instagram and various social media networks through his pen name, Yung Pueblo. Online he has an audience of over 3 million people. His writing focuses on the power of self-healing, creating healthy relationships, and the wisdom that comes when we truly work on knowing ourselves. He has sold over 1 million books worldwide that have been translated into over 25 languages.

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    1 hr 10 min
  • Ep. 82 - The Intersection of Design and Culture and How Truly Game-Changing Ideas are Created Jason Mayden

    Ready to be captivated by the art of resilience and power of creativity? Our guest, Jason Mayden, takes us on an journey through the intersection of design and culture. We step into a realm where self-determination fuels the potential of our youth and the power of servitude and its role as an act of altruistic rebellion, and its significance in a culture of love.

    Jason joins Ruben to explore the complexities of resilience and self-acceptance, unraveling their role in shaping our relationship with ourselves and others. Drawing lessons from the life of Michael Jordan, Jason dives deep into the power of divine providence in shaping our destiny and what it was like working side-by-side with one of the greatest champions of all time.

    Jason offers unique insights into the misunderstandings surrounding design and its potential as an asset class. We take a look at the advantages of the barter system, the importance of self-assessment, and how learning technical language can boost creativity. Lastly, we reflect on the importance of fostering a culture of love and the power of pivoting in the face of challenges.

    How does Jason live through love? "Unconditional love requires me to let go and forgive a lot. The way that we're mostly oppressed is through anchoring ourselves or tethering ourselves to the spirit of offense. And once you allow the world to offend you now you get walking around with justifications for your anger and your rage and everything is just like well, yeah, of course. And that just robs you of your ability to contribute to the tapestry of humanity."

    "To pull something from your imagination and to have the audacity to put it into the real world. Repeatedly Like it takes a certain amount of youthfulness, it takes a certain amount of resilience, it takes a certain amount of self-determination, because you constantly have to fight against your insecurities in order to keep producing." - Jason Mayden

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    In this episode, you will learn…

    • The Power of Resilience: Jason explains how resilience and self-determination are key attributes in unlocking potential in our youth and fostering a culture of love.
    • Importance of Creativity: The conversation explores the intricate role of design in creativity and education. Jason argues that creativity is not just about skills or talent but about asking the right questions and problem-solving.
    • Influence of Sports Figures: Mayden draws inspiration from sports icons like Michael Jordan, emphasizing the importance of dedication, loyalty, and the concept of meritocracy.
    • Significance of Love and Restraint: The episode discusses the power of divine providence and how our creative endeavors can shape our destinies, highlighting the importance of delayed gratification, unconditional love, and the strength in exercising restraint.

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    "Design for me is not the act of creativity, it's the questions we ask. Designers ask the best questions and if you ask the right question you can get an answer that helps the most amount of people." - Jason Mayden

    About the guest: Jason Mayden is MS Designer, Entrepreneur-In-Residence at Accel Partners, CEO + Founder Super Heroic, and Media Design Lecturer at Stanford d.school. He is a designer, educator, and entrepreneur dedicated to the advancement of diverse creative youth.

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    1 hr 13 min
  • Ep. 81 - Overcoming Addiction, How We All Seek Pleasure and Avoid Pain, and The Road to Self-Mastery with Mike Diamond

    Have you ever found yourself stuck in a cycle of seeking pleasure and avoiding pain? Let's be honest, we all have our vices and, in a sense, we're all addicts. This week, we sit down with Mike Diamond, an interventionist and author who shook things up by challenging us to reframe our perception of addiction. From the search for new highs to the aversion of lows, we uncovered the universal human struggle, reflecting on Buddha's principle of balance as a potential path to love and enlightenment.

    Mike joins Ruben to crack open the concept of mastery, taking a hard look at how sitting in silence, acknowledging our weaknesses and committing to daily progress are key to achieving it. We challenged the notion of 'average' and explored the power of unconscious competence - the point when your skill becomes a deeply ingrained habit.

    Lastly, we turned our hearts to empathy, compassion, and the art of meeting people where they are - labels, definitions and all. Drawing inspiration from Robert Downey Jr's transformative journey, we dove into the importance of reframing our past experiences to better our present relationships. We even dissected the dangers of toxic positivity, the power of micro-wins, and the impact of our past experiences on our current relationships. So, if you're ready for a conversation full of love, vulnerability, and enlightenment, tune in.

    How does Mike live through love? "You can't give love if you don't love yourself. So I always work on myself, first take responsibility for how I choose to think, how I choose to feel and how I choose to act, and then I make sure I come in a critic and I'm kind to myself. And by being kind to myself, and you know being being a good person, then I can put love out into the world."

    "The purpose of this experience is to find out your purpose, to be of value to people that helps them reach their potential… To find peace, love and be better to people." - Mike Diamond

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    In this episode, you will learn…

    • The concept of addiction extends beyond substances: This episode explores how we are all addicts in our pursuit of pleasure and avoidance of pain, understanding this perspective helps to break the stigma around addiction and allows us to understand it as a universal human experience.
    • The importance of self-reflection and mastery: The episode discusses the need to embrace our weaknesses, face discomfort, and invest in self-improvement continuously.
    • Reframing trauma can be transformative: The episode explores how we can change our perspective on traumatic experiences, allowing us to heal and move forward.
    • Empathy and kindness are vital in overcoming challenges: This episode underscores the significance of empathy and kindness in helping ourselves and others overcome struggles.
    • The dangers of toxic positivity: The episode discusses the concept of toxic positivity and how it can impede personal growth and development.

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    "I believe we're all addicts because we're all searching for pleasure and avoiding pain." - Mike Diamond

    About the guest: Mike Diamond is a TV personality, director, life coach, and author of the book "A Dose of Positivity".

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    An Operation Podcast original in collaboration with Live Through Love Media

    1 hr 19 min

About Live Through Love with Ruben Rojas

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Operation Podcast presents Ruben Rojas, a Los Angeles based artist, designer, speaker, and entrepreneur who uses art to inspire others to see through the lens of LOVE.

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