The Happiness Discipline

Michael Flax and I dove into the risky decision to step into entrepreneurship, living on the road, and the life lessons learned along the way.

Topics of Discussion:

1:00 - Living Life on the Road

5:08 - Intro to Michael: Friend, Financial Entrepreneur, Traveler

12:30 - Why Be an Entrepreneur & The Process of Just Trying

19:30 - The Lost Cause Syndrome & Getting Too Attached

24:30 - Humility: Don’t Be a “OneUpper” & Focus On the Present Moment

37:00 - Perspective & Discipline Rules Your Life

43:00 - The Power of Working on Gratitude

46:30 - You Need to Practice to Execute

54:45 - Conclusion: Finding Excitement in Life

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I had the amazing opportunity to interview Wim Hof, who has been an inspiration to me for a long time. Listen to hear his views on the true purpose and meaning behind his method and wellness practices, his view of spirituality in connection to the human brain, and how we can spread the method to make the world happier! 

Topics of Discussion:

0:48 - What Has Wim Been Up To: Music, Healing, & Speaking From the Heart

3:30 - Be Open All the Time to Receive Messages from the Universe

5:15 - The Amygdala: The Seed of Fear

9:30 - Entering Our Brains & Letting Go of Traumas

14:00 - Finding Your Inner Confidence Through Practice & Expanding Your Mind

22:00 - Finding the Soul: The Best Way to Share the Method with Others

30:00 - The Unlimited Power of the Mind: Entering Our Subconscious on a Cellular Level

34:40 - Wim’s Daily Practice

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Topics of Discussion:

1:20 - Defining “The Happiness Discipline”

3:50 - Happiness-Building Habits

5:50 - Happiness Flow Chart

9:42 - My Life Coaching Experience & Holding Yourself Accountable

12:00 - Conclusion: The Purpose of THD

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This past December, I had the opportunity to run in the Devil Dog 100. This ultramarathon was one of the largest tasks I have ever set out to accomplish. Listen to my good friend, Jason, interview me on all things about running this race including the training, mental & physical challenges, keeping a positive mindset, and the aftermath.

Topics of Discussion:

00:40 - How I Decided to Run a 100-Mile Race

4:11 - Lifestyle Changes: Getting Into Shape for an Ultramarathon

7:56 - How to Balance Business, Training, and Personal Relationships

10:38 - The 100-Mile Race: Challenges & Mindset

17:50 - Physical Feelings After Loop 1 (20 Miles)

19:45 - Keeping a Positive Mindset & Not Thinking About “How Much There is to Go”

22:00 - Lap 2: Dealing With Foot Pain & Recurring Injuries

25:40 - Lap 3: Is Getting Past the Halfway Point the Hardest?

30:30 - Lap 4: Problem Solving in “Less-Than-Optimal” Conditions

34:35 - The Final Lap: Leaving It All on the “Field”

43:00 - The Aftermath: Recovery & Life Lessons Learned

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Brendan is on an inner peace journey, as seen in his prolific TikTok account. As a 24-year-old, Brendan has lived the life of many. Listen to hear him share some of his personal experiences and insights on life! 

Topics of Discussion:

2:00 - Meeting at VeeCon

5:20 - Humbling Experiences & the Greater Power of the Universe

7:45 - Intro to Brendan: Content Creator & Entrepreneur

12:00 - Life Lessons for Inner Peace

21:40 - Advice for Those Going Through a Rough Patch

28:30 - Key to Success: Being Specific & Intentional with What You Do

32:30 - Benefits of Becoming Aware of Your Self-Limiting Beliefs

38:00 - Why You Should Expand Your Mental Fortitude

44:20 - The Problem is the Reaction, NOT the Problem Itself

48:50 - The Purpose of Life: About the Destination or the Journey?

56:00 - Money: What is the Meaning of It?

58:30 - Conclusion

Additional Info:

TikTok: @brendanstbrown1

IG: @brendanstbrown300

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Heath is one of my best friends and someone I have been in almost every situation with. Hear him talk about his beautiful views on death, how he plans to change the wellness system, and his epic 77 days cross-country bike trip.

Topics of Conversation:

1:00 - Discussing Death: Fears, Theories, & Terminal Illness

12:20 - “Softer Sciences” & Energy: Manifestation

16:45 - Using Positivity as a Mask

21:20 - Biking Across the Country: Why & Impactful Stories from the Journey

36:00 - Why You Shouldn’t Stress

40:30 - Heath’s Journey with Medicine

54:00 - Conclusion: Getting Stoked on Goals

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Eric Hinman is a friend, client, and anchor in my life. He demonstrates what it means to live life intentionally by centering his career and business ventures around positive human connections, health, and mental & physical wellness! Listen to hear some tips on how to achieve this flow state.

Topics of Conversation:

2:00 - Intro to Saunas

3:00 - Intro to Eric

6:00 - Importance of Building a Business Based Upon Human Connection

7:30 - Living Intentionally: What Does Eric's Day-to-Day Look Like?

18:30 - Tips for Overcoming a Lack of “Presence” in Activities

23:00 - Conflicts Between Money and Personal Time: What Opportunities to Say “No” To

28:00 - Wealth: You are Always in One of These Positions

32:10 - Why Prioritize Health & Wellness?

36:45 - Views on the Conflict Between Goal Setting & Mindfulness

42:30 - Endurance Mantras

Additional Info:

Instagram: @erichinman

TikTok: @erichinman

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I feel so lucky to be able to host Gay Hendricks on this week's episode. He is the author of The Big Leap, Conscious Loving, and more! Listen in to hear Gay's personal experience with enlightenment, disciplining himself to maintain that level of consciousness, and ways you can dig deep to find that within yourself.

Topics of Discussion:

2:15 - Happiness as a ‘Life Work’

14:38 - Getting Clear on What You Can & Can’t Control

18:06 - Gay’s Helpful Disciplines for Happiness & Consciousness

23:30 - The Big Leap Book Discussion: Limiting Beliefs, Gaining Self Awareness & Where To Start Searching

35:00 - Importance of Curiosity: Healing, Living in Your ‘Flow State’ & Searching for Abundance

49:37 - What Does the Future of Gay Hendricks Look Like?

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Website: hendricks.com

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As the founder of Rhodium, Chris Yates is a networking pro. Rhodium weekend is both a digital and in-person networking event Chris founded to originally help him form a group of likeminded entrepreneurs in order to escape the isolation that can come with starting your own business. Listen to this episode to learn about the importance of community to not only your career needs, but your emotional needs, as well as tips on optimizing your life for your goals in order to achieve happiness and peace of mind.

Topics of Discussion:

1:18 - Intro to Rhodium Networking Group

7:02 - Networking During the COVID Era

10:57 - Entrepreneurship & Feeling Isolated: Finding Happiness Through Community, Getting Your Needs Met

24:10 - The Spiritual Side Behind Entrepreneurship

32:25 - The Future of Rhodium & Networking: Reflecting on Feelings About Money

40:58 - Conclusion: Should We Optimize For Happiness?

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Carmen is an aerial yoga expert - she not only created the AIReal Yoga brand, she also owns The Aerial Studio and co-owns an aerial theater venue called WonderHouse. When it comes to yoga, she's not only a teacher to her students - Carmen is a teacher of teachers! From her background in performance, gymnastics, and aerial yoga, she finds herself working with all types of individuals from those who attend her classes, to other aerial yoga instructors, to even stars like Beyonce. In this episode, Carmen shares her secret to pushing past negativity in order to fully love life and work even in the face of hardships. It's through this that she finds her unconditional happiness, and it shows! 

Topics of Discussion:

1:20 - How You’re ‘Really’ Doing & Positive Attitudes

8:20 - Teaching: The Best Way to Learn

13:00 - Everything Has a Bright Side

17:00 - Practicing Gratitude

18:00 - Carmen’s Background Story: Path to Yoga

30:00 - The Role of Mindset in Loving Your Life/Career/Hobbies/Responsibilities

41:00 - Life Isn’t About ‘Winning’: Self Improvement Without Competition

45:00 - Happiness is a Choice: Stay Disciplined

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