Donald Robertson is a cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist, an author and an expert on ancient philosophy.

Expect to learn the profound connections between Stoicism and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

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04:59 The Connection Between Stoicism and CBT

09:56 Understanding Anger in Stoicism and Therapy

15:06 The Challenges of Modern Self-Help

20:07 The Importance of Adaptive Thinking

24:56 Socratic Method and the Quest for Truth

29:49 Personal Reflections and Evolving Perspectives

40:27 The Challenge of Guiding Others

41:29 The Wisdom of Self-Discovery

43:24 Understanding the Socratic Method

49:42 Socrates: The Inquisitive Student

52:12 Socrates: The Onion and Jimi Hendrix

57:41 Cognitive Skills and the Socratic Method

01:01:09 The Importance of Cognitive Flexibility

01:06:28 Navigating Knowledge vs. Opinion

01:12:37 Unlearning Beliefs About Anger

John R. Miles is a bestselling author, award-winning podcast host of Passion Struck, and purpose-driven entrepreneur.

Find John Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles

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Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Mattering

06:29 Defining Success and Happiness

13:22 Reigniting Passion and Overcoming Barriers

22:23 Mindset Shifts and Psychological Progress

28:30 Lessons from Bold Leaders

33:23 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

41:31 The Cycles of Human Behavior

45:38 Unlearning and Active Listening

Aaron Spivak is a Serial Entrepreneur.

He built and exited a $48 million business in 48 months, (Hush the world's most popular (and reviewed) weighted blanket)

He appeared in Forbes 30 Under 30, on the Canadian hit TV show Dragons' Den and earned the "Most Epic Pitch" of the season, and co-founded Revitasize at 18 years old—an organic cold-pressed juice kitchen.

Find him here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-spivak1/

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

05:23 The Soul of Entrepreneurship

11:08 Navigating Success and Public Perception

19:46 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs

25:38 Injecting Energy into Business

32:32 The Role of Spiritual Practices in Success

37:31 Unlearning the Need for Unlimited Freedom

Drew Hanlen is an author, keynote speaker and strategic coach to some of the top professional athletes and business leaders in the world. He is widely considered the #1 NBA Skills Coach in the world and has played a pivotal role in securing over $4 billion worth of contracts for his NBA clients, including NBA MVP Joel Embiid and NBA All-Stars Jayson Tatum, Bradley Beal, Zach LaVine, Tyrese Maxey and Tyrese Haliburton.

Dr. Gray is a Professor in Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he directs the Deepest Beliefs Lab and the Center for the Science of Moral Understanding.

He is also an Adjunct Professor in Organizational Behavior at the Kenan-Flagler Business School at UNC, where he teaches about organizational ethics and team processes. Dr. Gray received his PhD from Harvard University.

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Coaching inquires: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-10Timestamps:00:00

03:01 Exploring Typecasting and Moral Conflict

05:52 The Disconnect Between Modern Problems and Ancient Brains

09:04 Moral Outrage and the Competition for Victimhood

11:55 Conflict Entrepreneurs and the Victimhood Olympics

14:59 The Rise of Learned Helplessness

17:55 Empathy and Understanding in a Divided World

20:59 The Importance of Motivation in Conversations

23:58 The End of History Effect and Moral Certainty

26:59 Finding Common Ground Amidst Political Polarization

28:43 The Humanity in Conflict

30:02 Moral Judgments and Intuition

31:58 Motivated Reasoning and Group Identity

33:50 The Evolution of Social Belonging

35:55 Finding Common Ground

37:40 The Threat of Anti-Pluralism

39:35 The Power of Personal Stories

40:19 The Challenge of Facts in Divisive Times

42:49 The Impact of Social Isolation

44:24 Reflections on Writing and Self-Discovery

Derick Grant is an entrepreneur, author, former Harlem Globetrotter, and one of the world’s most sought after life strategist.

Joseph Nguyen is the author of the #1 international bestselling book, Don't Believe Everything You Think, which has been translated into 31+ languages.

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00:00 Why You Shouldn't Believe Everything You Think

08:11 The Journey Through Pain

18:56 Meditation and Presence

25:08 Ways of To Stop Negative Thoughts

31:15 Navigating Emotions and the Mind-Body Connection

37:59 Awareness and the Journey of Unlearning

44:26 Shifting Perspectives on Purpose and Meaning

49:48 Embracing Multiple Interests and the Journey of Life

George Mumford is a globally recognized speaker, teacher, and coach.

Since 1989, he’s been honing his gentle, but groundbreaking mindfulness techniques with people from locker rooms to board rooms, Yale to jail.

He roomed with Dr. J, Julius Erving in College and Michael Jordan credits George with transforming his on-court leadership, helping the Bulls to six NBA championships, while Mumford has also worked with Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal, and countless other NBA players, Olympians, executives, and artists.

You can find George here: georgemumford.com

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Timestamps

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage

03:01 The Journey to Mindfulness

06:05 Anxiety and Freedom

09:13 Embracing Life's Challenges

11:54 The Power of Acceptance

14:53 Mindset and Personal Responsibility

17:53 Authenticity and Performance

25:49 Frames of Orientation and Self-Mastery

32:01 The Power of Perspective and Growth Mindset

36:36 The Journey of Unlearning and Embracing Change

49:54 Finding Meaning in Suffering and the Nature of Life

Lorie Ladd is an author, spiritual teacher, and thought leader specializing in the evolution of human consciousness.

In our conversation we explore the themes of spiritual awakening, the importance of embodiment, and the journey of remembering one's true essence as a soul.

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Chapters

00:00 The Power of Connection and Collective Energy

01:49 Navigating Chaos and Embracing Change

05:35 The Shift from Knowledge to Deep Knowingness

09:31 The Importance of Embodiment in Human Evolution

13:30 Awakening to Truth: A Journey of Remembering

22:50 Living as Soul: The Dance of Human Experience

33:18 The Journey of Self-Discovery

36:16 Connecting with Higher Dimensions

40:24 The Power of Knowing vs. Understanding

44:47 Embracing Transformation and Letting Go

48:51 The Courage to Surrender Control

55:51 Navigating Consumerism and Authenticity

George Bonanno is a Professor of Clinical Psychology at Columbia University and internationally recognized for his pioneering research on human resilience in the face of loss and potential trauma. He is recognized among the top one percent most cited scientists in the world.

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