Tiny Leaps, Big Changes

In this episode we talk about creativity and why we should all stop trying to invent something new and just learn to steal like an artist. This is the second book review episode so go make yourself a cup of coffee because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes.

You Will Hear:

- Why we are all creative regardless of whether or not we believe we are.

- What it truly means to create something new in today's world.

- Where Austin Kleon believes creativity comes from.

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tinyleaps.co

Free Audio Book:

tinyleapsbook.com

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In this episode we talk about sleep and why it may just be the one thing you need to do in order to be successful. Go ahead and start counting some sheep because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes.

You Will Hear:

- How a lack of sleep can affect your emotional health

- How a lack of sleep can affect your focus

- Why sleep is the 1 thing you should prioritize to be more successful

Connect:

tinyleaps.co

Music:

Quinn - FFYL | youtu.be/eXvWM2pOxeY | provided by CopyrightFreeNetwork

Resources:

jstor.org.rlib.pace.edu/stable/10.7249/j.ctt14bs379.9

webmd.com/sleep-disorders/features/9-reasons-to-sleep-more

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In this episode we talk about the 80/20 rule and how you can use it to see an instant increase in your productivity. Go ahead and check an item off your to do list because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes.

You Will Hear:

- What the 80/20 Rule is

- How it can be used to improve our productivity

- Why our priorities don't fall into an even distribution

Connect:

tinyleaps.co

Free Audio Book:

tinyleapsbook.com

Research:

forbes.com/sites/davelavinsky/2014/01/20/pareto-principle-how-to-use-it-to-dramatically-grow-your-business/#63fd3e9f1259579fa8db1259

Music:

Itro & Kontinuum - Alive | youtube.com/watch?v=VhPYF... | provided by CopyrightFreeNetwork

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In this episode we talk the last week of Tiny Leaps and I give you the schedule for next week’s episodes. I just want to take a moment to say thank you because you are listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes

You Will Hear:

- A Big Thank You from Me

- Where We Are With the Show

- Next Week's Schedule

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In this episode we talk about decision fatigue and how we can combat by creating more habits. Don’t forget to pay attention to the road because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes

You Will Hear:

- How decision fatigue affects us

- Why we can't resist dessert

- How to incorporate habits into our lives

Book Recommendation:

Today’s book recommendation is the The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg. I actually listened to the audio version of this book and it is phenomenal. The narrator has a great cadence and the topic really pulls you in. The power of habits shares a few different scenarios and how they would play out if the character incorporated a habit into their lives.

It’s not entirely about decision fatigue but I still think it is a valuable read on the topic.

If you’d like a free copy of this audio book you can get one by going to tinyleapsbook.com and signing up for a free trial of Audible.

You can cancel any time and keep the book so really there is nothing to lose? Check out tinyleapsbook.com and pick up your copy of the power of habit for free.

Resources:

lifehacker.com/5961601/what-the-research-on-habit-formation-reveals-about-willpower-and-how-you-can-apply-it-to-your-life

jamesclear.com/willpower-decision-fatigue

Links:

What the Research on Habit Formation Reveals

Decision Fatigue

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In this episode we talk about goal setting and why so many of us never hit the goals we set. It’s time to check on your resolutions because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes.

You Will Hear:

- Why our brains are wired to move away from goal setting.

- Why stretch goals are a waste of time.

- How to approach your goals in the future.

Book Recommendation:

Today’s book recommendation is the Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday. The Obstacle is the way is a phenomenal look at stoic philosophy as it applies to the problems we face on a daily basis.

In context for today’s episode, the obstacle is the way teaches us that while the fear of failing at our goals may be holding us back, it is in this pain that we will experience the greatest growth.

You can pick up this book for about $15 on Amazon but why spend that $15 dollars when you can get the audio version of The Obstacle is the Way for free by going to tinyleapsbook.com and signing up for a free trial of Audible. You can cancel any time and keep the book so what have you got to lose? Check out tinyleapsbook.com and pick up your copy of the Obstacle is the Way for free.

Connect:

tinyleaps.co

Resources:

psychologytoday.com/blog/wired-success/201407/why-goal-setting-doesnt-work

lifehack.org/articles/featured/the-science-of-setting-goals.html

Links:

Tiny Leaps

The Science of Setting Goals

Why Goal Setting Doesn't Work

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In this episode we talk about failure and why we all try so hard to avoid it even though it’s the one thing that leads to success. It’s time to pull yourself out of that slump because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes.

You Will Hear:

- Why people avoid failure and disappointment.

- Why failure is a necessity in order to succeed

- How to deal with failure and make it a positive experience

Recommended Book:

Today’s recommendation is “The Obstacle is the Way” by Ryan Holiday. This is a phenomenal book on stoic philosophy and how to turn your deepest fears, failures, and challenging experiences into the engine that pushes you forward.

You can pick up this book for about $15 on Amazon but why spend that $15 dollars when you can get the audio version of The Obstacle is the Way for free by going to tinyleapsbook.com and signing up for a free trial of Audible. You can cancel any time and keep the book so what have you got to lose? Check out tinyleapsbook.com and pick up your copy of the Obstacle is the Way for free.

Connect:

tinyleaps.co

instagram.com/tinyleapsco

Resources:

dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-3210651/Failure-really-good-Brain-scans-reveal-learn-mistakes-given-time.html

psychologytoday.com/blog/intense-emotions-and-strong-feelings/201111/expectation-disappointment-and-sadness

Links:

Why Failure is Good for the Brain

Intense Emotions and Strong Feelings

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In this episode we talk about passion and why “follow your passion” is actually bad advice when given on it’s own. This is the first ever book review episode so go make yourself a cup of coffee because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes.

You Will Hear:

- Why following your passion may not be a good decision

- What you should be trying to do instead

- How to build a career you really love

Free Audio Book:

tinyleapsbook.com

Connect:

tinyleaps.co

instagram.com/tinyleapsco

Links:

Free Audio Book

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In this episode we talk about the alternatives to meditation for those of us who just don’t like doing it. It’s time to break out the colored pencils because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes.

You Will Hear:

- Why journaling can be just as beneficial as meditation.

- How to develop a coloring practice to decrease your stress levels.

- Why yoga may be the best alternative to meditation.

- How flow can be used to decrease anxiety.

Connect:

tinyleaps.co

Resources:

Journaling

huffingtonpost.com/jane-brunette/writing-meditation_b_4035166.html

Coloring

vitals.lifehacker.com/try-meditative-coloring-to-help-ease-stress-and-anxiety-1734692552

Yoga

health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/yoga-benefits-beyond-the-mat

Deliberate Practice (flow)

positivepsychlopedia.com/year-of-happy/benefits-of-flow/

Links:

Journaling

Deliberate Practice

Yoga

Coloring

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In this episode, we talk about meditation, wellness, and how it can actually change the physical characteristics of your brain. Sit back and go to your happy place because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes.

You will hear:

- What meditation can do for the gray matter in your brain

- How meditation makes you a better decision maker

- Why we are often anxious or scared when there is no need to be

Connect:

instagram.com/greggclunis

Resources:

psychologytoday.com/blog/use-your-mind-change-your-brain/201305/is-your-brain-meditation

psychologytoday.com/articles/200105/the-science-meditation

washingtonpost.com/news/inspired-life/wp/2015/05/26/harvard-neuroscientist-meditation-not-only-reduces-stress-it-literally-changes-your-brain/

iflscience.com/health-and-medicine/science-meditation

Links:

Tiny Leaps

IFL Science

Washington Post

Psychology Today

Psychology Today

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