Shark Theory

For Thanksgiving, I hung out with my 8 year old niece and 5 year old nephew and learned a lot about the power of imagination.

In this episode, we'll cover:

1. Why we should think like children
2. How to harness uninhibited dreams
3. How to manifest new realities

Staring at a desk full of the latest and greatest electronics, I found myself unhappy. "What if poverty has nothing to do with money but everything to do with joy and peace of mind?"

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. The true definition of poverty
2. Why you can't focus on what you don't have
3. How to fill a void in life

Let me let you in on a little secret...we all make mistakes. The difference between success and failure is how you view the mistake. Some make a mistake and think, "I'm a screwup," while successful people make a mistake and think, "that was a mistake, but I'm not."

In this episode, we'll cover:

1. Separating who you are from what you do
2. Why self talk is the only voice that matters
3. How we can appreciate the mistakes we make In life
4. The advantage of messing up

The training plan for the 50 mile race is starting to catch up with me. Not wanting to run the 12 Mile run I had scheduled this weekend, my brother said, "What if we made it fun? What if we did a scavenger hunt while running?" That small shift in perspective changed the dynamic of the run.

In this episode, we'll cover:

1. Removing the metrics from life
2. Finding enjoyment in the mundane
3. Why you have to keep your head up, literally
4. Children have the answer

From 850 Miles away, I watched my friend Rain graduate last weekend. The energy and happiness when she walked across the stage was contagious and put me in a great mood. It had me thinking the last few days about how important the energy and vibe we put out is to our growth and success.

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. Examining Our Energy Output
2. How to feel out the energy of others
3. Surrounding yourself with the Right People
4. Converting Negative to Positive Energy

We all have toxic thoughts about the actions or decisions of others that serve no positive purpose in our lives. Perhaps if we'd take the time to understand the decisions of others, we would learn about ourselves and open ourselves up to new opportunity.

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. Valuing what matters to people
2. Meeting people where they're at
3. The downside of learning (hint: there isn't one)
4. Supporting People who think different than you

In ultra endurance events you also have what's Called a Rabbit, or pacer...someone faster than you that you can chase to improve your time. We should all have rabbits in areas of our lives that we wish to improve in.

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. How Rabbits help you reach higher goals
2. Vetting your Rabbit
3. Why you should become a Rabbit
4. Surrounding yourself with people better than you

While playing the New Call of Duty game which focuses on the Cold War era and all of the CIA and special forces working behind the scenes fighting battles we weren't aware of... I'm reminded of how much is done behind the scenes in our lives.

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. The power of thought in creating your world view
2. Picking the right circle
3. What are you doing when no one is looking

How many times have you set a goal quietly because you were afraid you weren't good enough to reach it? Did you reach it? No, and why not? Because it was too quiet. To hit big goals, we have to Make Proclamations with ourselves.

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. Why quiet goals don't get reached
2. The importance of small changes for big results
3. Fewer Goals, with Deeper Meaning

When I was younger and attempting to water ski for the first time, I was given two simple rules. 1. Keep your Skis facing up 2. Don't let go of the rope. My skis fell off as soon as the boat took off, but I did not let go of the rope.... and that's the secret to success.

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. Giving yourself Instructions
2. Reaffirming Your Goals
3. Why you have to hold your breath