Welcome back! My guest today is David Wild. David is a triathlete with a wide range of experiences under his belt, including a past life teaching high school math in Hawaii.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

Today's guest is professional triathlete Noah Schlesinger.

You can find Noah on Instagram @noah.shlesinger or his website noahshlesinger.com

In our conversation Noah shares his journey into triathlons and the challenges he faces. He discusses the importance of regularity and discipline in his training routine and how he finds motivation to push through difficult workouts and races.

Noah also talks about his experience of winning his first race and the satisfaction he feels from pushing himself to his limits. He reflects on a race where he didn't perform as well as he hoped and the lessons he learned from it. Noah also discusses his struggle with maintaining an optimal weight for his sport and his plans to improve in this area.

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:30 Getting Into Triathlons

04:05 Reflecting on Race Performances

10:10 Balancing Training in Different Disciplines

14:00 Day-to-Day Habits and Finding Willpower

24:28 Lessons Learned from a Challenging Race

30:08 The Impact of Full-Time Athletic Career

35:29 Finding Balance and Individuality

39:19 Misconceptions About Motivation

44:13 Struggling with Weight Management

49:52 Excitement for Future Races and Training

50:55 Where to Find More Information

Welcome back! My guest today is Avinash Nayak, a good friend of mine who embodies the idea of willpower in a very unique way. Please leave a comment if you're listening on Spotify and have something to say!

In this episode, Avinash and I chat about entrepreneurship and why it's crucial to calculate the risks before diving into a new business. We also talk about the lessons we can learn from failures and the importance of having confidence and persistence.

We touch on the marshmallow experiment and the idea of hot and cold visualization when it comes to motivation and willpower. We emphasize setting up systems and environments that help you succeed and reduce the need for sheer willpower.

We also discuss the connection between willpower and money, as well as how willpower plays a role in staying healthy. We share tips for building good habits and staying motivated, like finding short-term rewards, creating accountability with friends, and making tasks fun.

Finally, we highlight the importance of being around motivated, like-minded people. We also talk about financial freedom and how having control over your time is a key measure of success.

Welcome back! Today my guest is Erin Laverone. Erin is the cofounder and CEO of the Habit Coach Professionals, an expert fitness and nutrition coach, and a super-connector here in Austin.

Find out more about Erin:

erinlaverone.com

In this episode, we discuss the misconceptions about willpower and how to build it effectively. Erin emphasizes the importance of aligning your actions with your values and creating environments that support your desired behaviors.

We also explore the process of creating a clear vision of your identity and values, and how to overcome resistance and stick to your goals. Erin recommends the book 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear as a valuable resource in the habit and willpower space.

We get a deep dive in Erin's journey in health and fitness, starting from her early years in middle school to her current career as an entrepreneur. She discusses how she became interested in health and fitness, her experiences in playing basketball and personal training, and her realization that exercise alone is not enough for overall health.

Erin also talks about her approach to nutrition and diet, emphasizing the importance of mindful eating and creating a balanced lifestyle. She shares his experiences and lessons learned as an entrepreneur, including the challenges of building a business and the importance of finding a balance between work and personal life.

Erin highlights the significance of intrinsic motivation, daily habits that improve quality of life, and the value of social connections in achieving overall well-being.

Welcome back to the show!

Today's guest is Derek Gutierrez.

Derek is a Grounding and Authenticity coach, as well as one of the leaders of the Awakened Warriors men's group here in Austin.

You can find him everywhere @DerekBreathes

In this episode Derek discusses the power of breathwork and its impact on healing, performance, and spiritual connection.

He shares his personal journey with breathwork and how it transformed his life. Derek emphasizes the importance of intentional breathing and the role it plays in regulating the nervous system and promoting overall health.

He guides listeners through a simple breathwork exercise and highlights the significance of self-love and awareness in personal growth.

Derek also reflects on his failures as a father and the lessons he learned from them. We also discuss the importance of perspective-taking, living from the heart, and finding balance in life. We explore the power of intentional breathing and creating daily habits that increase the quality of life.

We also delve into our differing beliefs about consciousness, the soul, and the existence of a higher power. Derek shares his mission to help people love themselves and make choices that align with their true desires.

00:00 Introduction to Derek Gutierrez and Breathwork

06:48 The Importance of Intentional Breathing

10:19 Breathe-along exercise

13:33 The Role of Breath in Healing and Overall Health

23:40 Self-Love and Awareness for Personal Growth

32:40 Lessons Learned from Failures: Reflections on Fatherhood

56:40 Perspective-Taking and Living from the Heart

59:24 Intentional Breathing and Daily Habits

01:06:54 Exploring Beliefs about Consciousness

01:13:20 Helping Others Love Themselves and Make Aligned Choices

Welcome back to the show!

Today my guest is Ajit Krishnamoorthy, an engineer and stand-up comedian.

You can find Ajit on Instagram: @pyjama_naps

In this episode Ajit shares his journey through comedy and the challenges he faces balancing his career and passion. He discusses the influence of American stand-up comedy on his interest in the art form and the supportive environment of the comedy club in grad school.

Ajit emphasizes the importance of clear priorities and gratitude in maintaining willpower and overcoming failures. He also talks about his struggle with screen time addiction and the need to find a balance in using social media.

We then discuss the challenges of social media addiction and the importance of finding balance. We explore the impact of dopamine on our behavior and how social media can hijack our natural reward system. We share our strategies for reducing screen time, such as setting timers and using apps that create a pause before accessing social media.

We also discuss the benefits of activities that provide delayed gratification, such as exercise, reading, and meditation. Ajit shares his experience of pursuing comedy despite the lack of support from his family, highlighting the importance of following one's passion.

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Find me on Instagram @willpower_lifestyle

00:53 Childhood Love for Comedy

03:47 The Supportive Environment of a Comedy Club

09:02 Balancing Engineering and Comedy

21:05 The Pursuit of Freedom in a Dream Life

27:32 Struggling with Screen Time Addiction

29:55 Understanding the Impact of Social Media Addiction

34:23 Strategies for Reducing Screen Time

38:04 The Power of Delayed Gratification

45:22 The Benefits of Meditation

48:53 Finding Motivation in Immediate Rewards

55:09 Pursuing Passion Despite Lack of Support

Welcome back! This week's guest is Dalton Daniel, a podcaster who has recently started breath work facilitation. Find out more about Dalton:

@donthink.breathe on Instagram or "Don't Think. Breathe" on all major podcast platforms.

Dalton also reflects on the impact of podcasting on personal growth and communication skills. The conversation delves into the role of motivation and the importance of self-awareness in relationships. Dalton and I share our experiences with dating and breakups, highlighting the need for self-connection and maintaining strong friendships. We dive deep into our experiences with relationships, codependency, substance abuse, and personal growth. They explore the importance of having a passion and a sense of self in dating, as well as the challenges of finding willpower and motivation. We also touch on the topics of failure, meditation, and the future of our respective podcasts. Overall, the conversation highlights the journey of self-discovery and the pursuit of personal development.

00:00 Introduction

02:34 Finding Enjoyment in Daily Habits

08:50 The Impact of Podcasting on Personal Growth

37:20 Navigating Breakups and Personal Growth

45:33 The Role of Self-Connection in Relationships

46:47 The Importance of Passion and Self in Dating

50:38 Finding Willpower and Motivation

56:44 Navigating Failure in Relationships

01:07:49 Embracing and Learning from Negative Emotions

01:11:08 Exploring Career Paths in the Mental Health Industry

01:19:11 Growing a Podcast through Consistency and Improvement

01:25:39 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Personal Growth

Welcome back to the show! Today's guest is Mike Gonzalez, an executive coach and former MMA fighter. Find him on instagram @mikeremembrance.

Find me on Instagram or my website:

@willpower_lifestyle

williammulvaney.com

In this episode we discuss topics such as the importance of going all the way in a fight, Mike's journey into fighting, and his mindset and preparation for competitions. Mike emphasizes the need for presence and flow state in fighting, as well as the importance of being technically dominant. He also shares his experiences with odd jobs and the sacrifices he made to pursue his fighting career.

Mike reflects on his experience in fighting and the transition to retirement. He discusses the physical and mental aspects of fighting, including the distribution of weight and the different energy systems involved in MMA. He shares how fighting allowed him to amplify presence and prove himself to the world. He also talks about the shift in motivation from proving to knowing, and how he now focuses on being present and acknowledging his true self. The lockdown played a significant role in his decision to retire, as it forced him to confront my unhappiness and prioritize my own well-being.

He now channels his passion for self-development and spirituality into helping others transform their lives. The conversation explores the themes of trust, vision, and motivation. We discuss how he navigates dark moments and use them as an opportunity to find solutions and become a better version of myself. He emphasizes the importance of integrity and leading by example. He also shares his perspective on motivation, stating that a clear vision is more important than motivation. He talks about the balance between trust and discernment and the importance of receiving from others. Finally, he explains how to find and maintain a vision by asking oneself what they truly want and identifying common themes.

00:00 Introduction and Background of Mike Gonzalez

01:06 Flaws in MMA Judging

08:22 Mike's Journey into Fighting

26:47 The Significance of Being Technically Dominant in Fighting

36:12 Weight Distribution and Energy Systems in Fighting

41:49 Amplifying Presence and Proving Yourself

52:51 From Proving to Knowing

01:12:45 Retirement and Prioritizing Happiness

01:13:14 Navigating Dark Moments and Finding Solutions

01:17:09 The Importance of Integrity and Leading by Example

01:21:41 The Power of a Clear Vision

01:25:05 Balancing Trust and Discernment

01:31:41 The Art of Receiving

01:42:59 Finding and Maintaining a Vision

Today I'm joined by Tim Bray, a dating coach in Austin.

Find out more about Tim:

TheArtofApproach.com

Spotify: The Art of Approach

IG: @the_approach_coach

Learn more about me:

williammulvaney.com

IG: willpower_lifestyle

In this episode we discuss the importance of identifying and addressing the factors that drain our energy and hinder our ability to make the best decisions.

Tim shares his personal journey of leaving a corporate job to pursue his passion for coaching and helping people find love and connection. He highlights the significance of social relationships for our overall well-being and the detrimental effects of isolation.

The conversation touches on the challenges of approaching and dating, as well as the importance of thinking outside the box and finding innovative solutions. Tim reflects on his past failures and struggles, including losing jobs, failed relationships, and financial difficulties. He shares the lessons he has learned from these experiences and how he plans to approach future endeavors differently. Tim also discusses his dating experiences and the importance of authenticity and connection.

He emphasizes the role of community and support in his journey and expresses his vision for the future, including helping others and creating impactful programs.

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:45 Understanding Willpower and Self-Control

07:47 The Impact of Relationships on Motivation

26:38 The Importance of Organic Growth

40:14 Dedication to Love and Connection

43:40 Embracing Failure and Learning from Struggles

48:37 The Power of Authenticity and Connection in Dating

53:50 The Importance of Community and Support

57:24 Struggles and Uncertainties

01:10:59 Finding Motivation through Vision and Purpose

01:20:02 Creating Impactful Programs to Help Others