The Happiness Discipline

In this episode of The Happiness Discipline, host Sean Greenspan returns from a hiatus with a special guest, Debra Atkinson. Debra, a bestselling author and fitness expert, discusses the concepts of happiness, optimism, and contentment. The conversation dives into the meaning of happiness, the practice of staying positive, and the importance of single-tasking. Sean and Debra also touch on profound personal stories, the significance of decision-making with gut feelings, and the essence of unconditional happiness. Tune in to explore how internal perspectives can shape a joyful life, regardless of external circumstances.

00:00 Welcome Back to the Happiness Discipline

00:46 Introducing Debra: Fitness Expert and Bestselling Author

02:37 Defining Happiness: Contentedness and Optimism

03:32 The Power of Perspective and Optimism

08:06 Embracing the Present Moment

10:55 The Role of Humor and Tragedy in Happiness

12:27 The Discipline of Happiness: Personal Stories

14:45 Balancing Work, Rest, and Abundance

19:18 Making Decisions: Following Your Gut

23:02 Learning the Language of the Body

23:48 Making Decisions with Confidence

24:44 Balancing Personal and Professional Life

26:17 The Power of Confidence and Faith

29:41 Practicing Unconditional Happiness

37:50 The Importance of Single Tasking

39:29 Final Thoughts and Reflections

It's beautiful outside... or is it?

Beauty is subjective and so is comfort. I've been pushing myself in all areas of my life recently and it made me think of how these factors tie into your happiness and mindset.

Let me know if you agree!

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Competing in fitness competitions like Hyrox isn't just a way to test your strength, it's a mental-sharpening tool. Watch to hear my experience competing in Hyrox NYC and how it helped raise my physical and mental wellbeing.

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At the start of April 2024, my friend Joe and I had the crazy idea to run the Joshua Tree Traverse - a total of 80 miles. We enjoyed it so much that we decided to make this a regular thing.

That's what inspired a group of us to run the Grand Canyon from rim to rim to rim. Listen to hear the full story and the deep insights learned from this amazing experience.

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Do you consider yourself mission-driven, or willing to fight for a cause you care about?

Are you an entrepreneur searching for the key to success?

Have you ever been interested in farming and sustainability?

Are you curious why the f*** hemp - not marijuana - was ever even illegal?

Hemp, the non-psychoactive form of the cannabis plant, has many different benefits for your health and environmental sustainability. However, it was a long struggle to legalize hemp due to its association with the drug-form of the plant. On this special episode of THD, tune in to hear guests Jourdan and Ari - founders of Evo Hemp - share their story of the fight for farmers rights and their role in the legalization of hemp.

Topics of Conversation:

0:57 - Intro To Jourdan & Ari: Discovering Hemp

6:48 - What Makes Hemp Healthy?

12:10 - The Fight To Legalize Hemp

22:46 - The Key To Successful Entrepreneurship

28:23 - The Rise Of Hemp Products

32:03 - Why Was Hemp Ever Illegal?

40:13 - The Many Different Ways To Use Hemp

45:40 - Where Does Evo Hemp Fall Within The Industry?

51:07 - Conclusion: It Pays To Be Passionate About Your Business

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https://evohemp.com/

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How bad do you want to change your life?

Do you have goals, but struggle to motivate yourself?

Are you struggling to overcome past traumas?

Is self growth important to you, but you aren't sure how or where to start the inner work?

Dr. Robb Kelly isn't just some goofy old guy with big muscles, he specializes in rewiring the brain - his first client being himself. In what I consider THD's 'Best Episode Ever,' listen to Dr. Robb and I discuss various topics around how subconscious traumas can impact one's life... and yes, we all have them.

Topics of Conversation

0:37 - Intro To Dr. Robb

4:21 - How Childhood Trauma Can Impact Your Life

7:31 - Everybody Has Trauma

14:03 - Pulling Trauma From Your Subconscious (NLP, SE, Brain Spotting)

20:26 - What Counts As 'Trauma?'

25:48 - Inner Work: How To Analyze Your Trauma

31:57 - Changing Your Reality (For The Better) With Quantum Physics

46:34 - The 3 Biggest Things That Will Help You Better Your Life

55:13 - Conclusion: How Bad Do You Want It?

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Website: https://robbkelly.com/

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Are you someone who strives to improve their performance in both athletics and day-to-day life?

Do you struggle with gut issues and can't seem to find a solution?

Are you interested in health and wellness practices that resemble the methods of our primal ancestors?

On this episode of THD, I was lucky enough to have Mark Sisson - founder of Primal Kitchen, Peluva and author of a handful of books such as The Primal Blueprint - share his wisdom. Listen to hear him cover what it means to "rewild" humans, the best health and wellness practices for high performance and more.

Topics of Conversation

0:38 - What Drew Mark To Health & Wellness?

10:02 - Becoming The Best Version Of Yourself While Helping Others

18:00 - Foot Health Is The New Sleep

30:34 - What It Means To Be 'Primal'

38:00 - The Common Disconnect Between Health Culture & Happiness

45:27 - Diving Into Primal Nutrition

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksissonprimal/?hl=en

Primal Kitchen: https://www.primalkitchen.com/pages/our-mission

Peluva: https://peluva.com/

Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-Sisson/author/B001KJ1LNU?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

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Do you have big dreams in life that may not be within the 'societal norm' or seem too far-fetched?

Are you curious about the benefits of all-natural products, such as collagen peptides?

Is integrity a high value in your life?

Sean Lake, founder of BUBS Naturals, joins me on this episode of THD to speak on all of this and more. Tune in to hear stories from his adventure-filled life (not only was he a pro snowboarder... he also worked directly with Shaun White!), the mission that led him to start BUBS, and valuable tips on all things health, wellness and happiness.

Topics of Conversation

1:00 - Intro To Sean, BUBS Naturals & Chasing The Dream

16:23 - Adopting The 'Pay It Forward' Mentality

28:10 - It Pays To Not Cut Corners

41:50 - Filling Your Bucket: What's Considered Work?

50:10 - Integrity Can Be Polarizing

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BUBS Naturals: https://www.bubsnaturals.com/

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Do you want to see how much you're capable of?

Have you played with the idea of running an ultramarathon, but aren't sure if it's for you?

Do you strive to push your limits in all areas of life?

Listen to Mike and I dive into all of these topics and more on this episode of THD.

Topics of Conversation:

0:55 - Intro To Mike: A High Performance Lifestyle For The Body & Mind

7:20 - Your Mindset Enhances Every Experience... Especially When It Comes To Endurance

17:30 - Ultramarathons: Attempting To Push Your Limits

27:58 - Why Fast? Physical & Mental Benefits

38:10 - It All Comes Down To What You Value

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Are you a high achiever, or consider yourself goal-oriented?

Do you struggle to let go of control?

Are you looking for ways to boost your mental wellness?

Do you want to live a happier life?

Listen to Lisa from Organifi and I discuss all of these topics and more on this episode of THD.

Topics of Conversation:

0:47 - Intro To Lisa & Organifi

2:56 - The Most Powerful Word: Gratitude

10:30 - How Gratitude Boosts Your Presence

12:30 - Important Factors For Attracting Abundance

18:38 - Unlearning Harmful Beliefs

23:45 - Balancing Your Desires With Gratitude

29:00 - Why Learning To Surrender Is Crucial

32:50 - Making Decisions By Tuning Into Your Body

40:10 - Balancing Your Daily Habits With Staying Present

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