The Hidden Why Podcast

625 Book Reflection - Willpower Doesn't Work: Discover the Hidden Keys to Success by Benjamin Hardy

There is no such thing as willpower! One’s ability to exert control something, restrain from temptation or impulses is as good as winning the lottery. In this eye-opening read, Benjamin Hardy explores the fallacy of willpower. Whether it exists or not, in Hardy’s research and personal experience he has come to realise that willpower doesn’t work.

In this book you will be exposed to the insightful research of both science and psychology behind the notion of willpower, proving that it is indeed a wasted pursuit. On top of this, Hardy shares marvellous techniques and methods that will help you gain control of your life and success.

Enjoy!

Pain

Today's featured guest is Sarah Anne Shockley.

The topic is "Pain."

Let the show begin.

Guest Bio

Sarah Anne Shockley is the author of The Pain Companion. In the Fall of 2007, she contracted Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS), which is a collapse of the area between the clavicles and first ribs and has lived with debilitating nerve pain ever since. She has been a regular columnist for Pain News Network and is a regular contributor to The Mighty, a 1.5 million–member online community for those living with chronic illness and pain. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area and you can visit her online at http://www.ThePainCompanion.com.

623 Freedom From The Need to Be Busy by Leigh Martinuzzi

“Things may come to those who wait, but only the things left by those who hustle.”

Hustle! This word has become common tongue in our culture. We’ve become a society obsessed with being busy. Why is there a need to always be so busy? What’s the reason? What is the cause? Is all this “busyness” necessary? Is it tearing our lives apart? Is hustle purposeful to progress?

An excellent place to start is to differentiate between being productive versus being busy. And that is where I begin in this episode - my solo rant. Enjoy!

The History of Hormones with Randi Epstein

Medical journalist Randi Hutter Epstein takes us on a journey through the unusual history of our body chemicals with a few surprising twists along the way. With curiosity delve into how and why our metabolism, behaviour, sleep, mood swings, the immune system, fighting, fleeing, puberty, and sex, to name just a few, are things our bodies control with hormones. Wake up to the power of our human biology with Randi Epstein.

Guest Bio

Randi is a medical writer, a lecturer at Yale University, Writer in Residence at Yale Medical School, and an adjunct professor at Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. Her articles have appeared in the New York Times, The Washington Post, among other major publications. She is also the author of two books: Get Me Out: A History of Childbirth from the Garden of Eden to the Sperm Bank (released by W.W. Norton, Jan 2010) and more recently AROUSED: The History of Hormones and How They Control Just About Everything (W.W. Norton, 2018). Randi lives in New York City with her husband, Stuart Epstein. They have four children.

621 Book Reflection - Siddhartha By Hermann Hesse

Siddhartha, a story of the first Buddha, told by Hermann Hesse and still considered one of his most famous works to date. To write this book, apparently, Hesse, born in Germany in 1877, immersed himself in both Hindu and Buddhist scriptures. Mystified by Eastern religion and spirituality Hermann was keen to explore the life of Siddhartha and to do so found himself walking the path of the enlightened one.

The life of Siddhartha is a journey of self-discovery. Split by the dualities of this existence, pleasure and pain, it can often be challenging to create understanding and find meaning. Siddhartha was said to have found the middle path, a life without attachment to either pleasure or pain but rather a deep spiritual state characterised by peace and harmony.

This is a brilliant and captivating story that shares a great deal of wisdom. Check it out!

Freedom

Today's featured guest is Doug Holt

The topic is "Freedom."

Let the show begin.

Guest Bio

Doug Holt is the owner of 6 companies all centered around helping business owners grow their businesses and live epic lives.

In short, he's a father, a husband, a trusted friend, an advisor, an entrepreneur, an investor, an adventurer, and a regular guy who enjoys learning new things over a great glass of wine, beer… or a good cup of coffee.

His clients know him mostly as their trusted advisor and friend. His passion is helping business owners get unstuck and gain clarity so they can live the lives they truly dream of and take control of their businesses in a way that supports their dreams.

Kaizen (改善), is the Japanese word for "improvement". Kaizen refers to activities that continually improve all functions as it may relate to business or our life.

Goals give us purpose. Of course, your goals need to be aligned with your values.

Often I veer off track. I lose focus, clarity and direction. I have to learn how to course correct.

I am impatient and desire accomplishment. I crave success, as it matters to me. I think we all do in our unique ways. I feel frustrated when I am without goals. Life becomes messy.

The 5 For 5 practice is an uncomplicated tool to get us back on track. I always believe it is necessary to remind yourself of why - Why is this goal important? What's the purpose? With that in mind focus on what works and eliminate what isn't. Constant improvement.

How to Break Up with Your Phone: The 30-Day Plan to Take Back Your Life - By Catherine Price

Having graduated from Yale University and UC Berkley’s School of Journalism Catherine has found her niche in writing about topics she’s passionate about, travel, nutrition, food, science, and health.

In her newest book, How to Break Up with Your Phone, Catherine’s goal is to help readers wake up to the damaging and addictive qualities of our mobile phone while providing practical tips on how to do it.

Phone addiction. Have we all indeed gone so far of tracks with love for our phones that it’s affecting the quality of our life? Catherine’s research suggests that yes, it has! Some stats suggest that the average person is spending up to five hours a day on their phones. If you have a slight problem then you may enjoy this Book Reflection.

Creativity

Today's featured guest is Allen Gannett.

The topic is Creativity.

Let the show begin.

Guest Bio

ALLEN GANNETT is the founder and CEO of TrackMaven, a marketing analytics platform whose clients have included Microsoft, Marriott, Saks Fifth Avenue, Home Depot, Aetna, Honda, and GE. He has been on the “30 Under 30” lists for both Inc. and Forbes. He is a contributor for FastCompany.com and has an upcoming book The Creative Curve, on how anyone can achieve moments of creative genius, coming out in June 2018 from Currency, a division of Penguin Random House. He was also once a very pitiful runner-up on Wheel of Fortune.

615 Questions by Leigh Martinuzzi

"I am just a child who has never grown up. I still keep asking these 'how' and 'why' questions. Occasionally, I find an answer." Stephen Hawking

To ask questions is to live with an inquisitive, curious and progressive mind. Questions have the power to enhance the quality of our life. We need to encourage each other to ask more. All questions lead to answers, and all responses have a purpose. Needless to say, no question is a wrong question, the only unfortunate question is one never asked.

Define success as to how it best suits the life you wish to live. To reach that level of success, as it is important to you, ask questions! Questions are the best form of self-enquiry. In reflection to the answers we seek, we can gain better clarity, self-awareness and control of the mind. And I believe that is the path to enlightenment.