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I'm thrilled to welcome back the brilliant Esther Perel to the School of Greatness! With nearly four decades of experience as a therapist, Esther shares her profound insights on relationships in our ever-changing world. We dive deep into how the pandemic has affected partnerships, debunk common myths about love, and explore the delicate balance between togetherness and independence. Esther's wisdom on jealousy, desire, and the evolution of marriage is truly eye-opening. Whether you're single, dating, or in a long-term commitment, this conversation offers invaluable perspectives on creating and maintaining healthy relationships. Get ready for a masterclass in understanding the complexities of modern love and connection!

In this episode you will learn

• How disasters like the pandemic act as relationship accelerators
• The myths of "the one and only" and unconditional love in relationships
• The importance of balancing togetherness and separateness in partnerships
• How to set yourself up for healthier relationships from the start
• The role of jealousy in relationships and when it can be positive
• The four main ways people feel most drawn to their partners
• How economic independence changed the landscape of marriage and divorce
• The value of involving your social circle when dating someone new

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with David Goggins, retired Navy SEAL, ultra-marathon runner, and author of "Can't Hurt Me". Goggins shares his incredible journey from an abused and struggling child to becoming known as "the toughest man alive". With raw honesty, he discusses overcoming severe learning disabilities, racism, and obesity to push himself to extremes and unlock his full potential. Goggins offers hard-earned wisdom on building mental toughness, embracing discomfort, and refusing to quit. His intensity and no-excuses approach to life will leave you inspired to push past your own limits and tap into your hidden strength.

In this episode you will learn

• How facing your insecurities and weaknesses head-on is the key to building true confidence
• Why choosing the harder path in life leads to permanent positive change
• The power of daily discomfort in expanding your capabilities and mindset
• How to build "mental armor" to face life's challenges through consistent hard work
• Why reflection and appreciation for your journey is crucial for continued growth
• The danger of becoming too comfortable and "civilized" in life

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In this episode of The School of Greatness, Lewis sits down with Glennda Baker, a seasoned real estate expert with over 30 years of experience. They dive deep into the intricacies of real estate investment, focusing on how to create generational wealth through strategic property purchases. Glennda emphasizes the importance of buying property as soon as possible, even with minimal down payments, to avoid being sidelined by large institutional buyers. She shares invaluable advice on avoiding ego-driven purchases, the pitfalls of HOAs, and the significance of patience in wealth building. Glennda also discusses the critical soft skills needed in real estate, such as patience, and warns against being swayed by vanity. She opens up about her personal experiences, including past mistakes and the lessons learned from them, providing listeners with a candid and inspiring look at achieving financial freedom.

In this episode you will learn

• How to strategically invest in real estate to build generational wealth.
• The importance of avoiding ego-driven purchases and focusing on practical investments.
• Why buying a property, even with minimal down payment, is crucial in today's market.
• Key soft skills for real estate success, including patience and avoiding distractions.
• Glennda's personal experiences and lessons learned in the real estate industry.

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In today's episode of The School of Greatness, we're diving into a topic that's close to my heart and likely yours too - the journey of manifesting money. I had the pleasure of sitting down with none other than Rhonda Byrne, the mastermind behind “The Secret.” Our conversation was nothing short of enlightening. As Rhonda shared her insights, I couldn't help but reflect on my own financial journey, from times of struggle to moments of abundance. This episode isn't just about money; it's about transforming your life through the principles that Rhonda and I have lived and tested. Whether you're just starting out or looking to deepen your understanding of financial abundance, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

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In this episode you will learn

• The significance of happiness and how it aligns with manifesting wealth, with the reminder that money doesn't bring happiness, but happiness brings money.
• The importance of feeling deserving of abundance, with practical keys to help you boost your self-worth.
• Embracing a playful attitude and energy around money, and Rhonda shares her playful approach to bills and credit card balances.
• The power of creating desires lists and visualizing your goals, following Bob Proctor's wisdom that "If you see it in your mind, you will hold it in your hand."
• The transformative impact of gratitude and shifting your beliefs, and advice and insights on self-doubt and the Law of Attraction come into play.

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“It’s what you do with the tools, not what the tools are themselves” - Casey Neistat
How many times do you try to look for success and fulfillment through logic? You might be looking too hard and in the wrong direction.
Creativity is the key to unlocking your dreams and vision for the future. If you can unlock that creative mindset, you’ll be set for life.
Machines and computers can do logical tasks and hard work, but they’ll never be able to be creative. That’s something only a person can do.
Some people find their creative passions easily, while others feel a struggle. If you’re one who struggles, don’t worry -- finding your unique passions aren’t as hard as you might think.
The key is to let go of your feeling of judgment. Let your mind relax and think about what made you weird or unusual as a child. Those fun oddities are what will make you something big today.
To go more into unlocking your creativity, I wanted to bring you back past episodes from Chase Jarvis, Casey Neistat, Manoush Zomorodi, and Liz Gilbert.
Continuing my mashup series, I felt it was important to bring you the masters of creativity.
These conversations have helped me unlock my passions to new levels and I know they will help you too.
No matter where your creativity lies, if it’s in writing, creating content on YouTube, or still something you are trying to discover, this episode will bring you valuable insights.
Don’t forget to take these lessons and practice them any chance you get. Knowledge is only useful when it’s applied to your life.
So learn all about unlocking and mastering your creative side, on Episode 668.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
What makes you great (4:35)
How insecurity helps success (6:26)
The relationship between an audience and content (8:39)
How to learn about new media and YouTube (10:05)
The key to creating successful content on YouTube (12:22)
The problems our world faces right now and how to fix them (15:11)
How to be creative with an impossible schedule (16:24)
The ways mother nature will heal your mind (18:24)
Jackhammers and hummingbirds (21:28)
Why you need to follow your curiosity (25:46)
Plus much, much more

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“THE KEY IS TO ASSESS WHAT IS AND WHAT ISN'T WORKING IN YOUR LIFE.”
Cesar is a recent father and has been by my side pretty much since the beginning.
He’s been the business side of my company, helping me push things forward and helping to reign me in when things aren’t working.
For this episode, we discuss exactly how you can develop on innovative mindset -- what you need to focus on, and not focus on, to see your business and relationships move forward.
If you’re not innovating, you’re standing still. When you stand still the world is leaving you behind.
Innovation isn’t about being better than your competition or reacting to what what’s happening around you.
Innovation happens before you need to react.
Learn how you can be more innovative in all areas of your life, on Episode 667.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
Why you need to think about reinvesting in the future (6:18)
The three things we’ve got coming up (9:27)
How you need to think if you want to grow your business (11:09)
Ways Facebook is a solid business example (14:04)
The power of branding (15:52)
Where innovation can come from (17:32)
The documentary we’ve been working on (20:49)
Our annual event, The Summit of Greatness (24:48)
How the principles of business and personal relationships are the same (27:17)
The ways investing can give you piece of mind (30:19)
What you need to focus on as a business (32:42)

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ADDITION IS MORE POWERFUL THAN SUBTRACTION.
You’ll hear from a lot of people that if you want to succeed at something you need to cut out all of the bad. This may be in your business, your personal life, or even in your health.
In reality, that’s not always the easiest thing to do. How many time have you had your heart broken and find yourself going through your ex’s Instagram posts to see what they are doing?
Sure, it would be nice to cut it out - but for some reason you just can’t.
The key is not to subtract these things from your life, but to add more positive things. When you do this, you won’t have the time to let bad things into your life.
For example, if you are at a restaurant and you sit down at the table you may be eyeing the dessert menu. Maybe that chocolate cheesecake sounds so good.
When you order your meal you start with a salad, then order a healthy plate with a lot of vegetables. When you’re finished eating, you’re so full you don’t even want that cheesecake anymore.
Apply that same principle into your life. Fill it with positivity in every area of your life and the bad will weed itself out over time.
To dive deeper into this subject, I wanted to bring you back an older episode from Natalie Jill.
Natalie is an inspiration to everyone. She wasn’t born with a silver spoon in her mouth, and at one point lost everything she had worked for. Since then she’s gained it all back and more.
She sat down and gave insights on how she is able to continually build on her success, and how anyone can achieve their goals.
So learn how you can make your dreams come true through abundance instead of deprivation, on Episode 666.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
What you should think about in fitness (00:54)
How to improve your emotional health (1:39)
What feeds into negativity (2:53)
What Natalie wants to be known for (3:42)

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“When you love someone, you not only love them despite their fragility: but also because of it.”
One of the hardest things you have to deal with in life is watching someone close to you suffer from an illness. Especially if you’re a parent.
Although I’ve never had the experience of seeing my child suffer, I’ve had close loved ones go through the pain.
It’s this time in life that either makes or breaks you. You have to be strong, not just for you, but also for them.
That doesn’t mean you should discourage their vulnerability. You still need to embrace it, and there is a delicate balance in doing so.
It’s also important to be there to support them and let them know that they are not a victim. They are still as strong as they want to be.
If they fall into that victim mentality, it’s game over. They begin to lose their character in their illness.
To dive into this more, I brought back Dr. Jordan Peterson.
This is part two of my interview with Dr. Peterson. If you missed the last episode, go back and listen.
In this part of my interview, Jordan dove into what it was like watching his child suffer with an debilitating illness.
He talks about the lessons he learned as a professional, as well as a father.
We discuss how his entire family was affected, and how he was able to teach is daughter to stay strong and vulnerable.
This is a powerful episode, and you need to listen to it because there are valuable lesson you will need to use one day.
Learn how you can avoid the victim mentality when an illness hits, on Episode 665.
Some Questions I Ask:
What’s the biggest challenge you’ve had to overcome? (5:16)
How does mapping out your time play into the self authoring program? (9:09)
Did your daughter feel responsible for causing all of the pain? (13:18)
Is there anything that you wish you had done differently with your children? (21:22)
Did you ever doubt yourself, in terms of your ability? (26:56)
What’s your biggest fear now? (35:18)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
How to emotionally navigate seeing your child suffer (7:42)
How to focus on your career at the same time as dealing with a loved one’s illness (11:03)
What Jordan taught his daughter at an early age about her illness (16:06)
How Dr. Peterson feels about his daughter’s experience (23:48)
How his daughter’s health affected his career (30:27)
Dr. Peterson’s plan moving forward (40:22)

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“TREAT YOURSELF LIKE YOU ARE SOMEONE RESPONSIBLE FOR HELPING.”
It’s common for people to question why they are here. This question can lead to depression and a sense that the world is a terrible place. I’ve sure you’ve experienced that feeling, and you may even be going through it right now.
During these times you’ll commonly replay events in your life where you felt out of control or like everything was going wrong.
That reaction comes from a lack of purpose and responsibility for yourself. You’re lacking the goals you need to feel complete.
Instead, start making a road map for your life: the things you want to achieve, the family you want to have, etc.
It doesn’t have to be a perfect map. In fact, it won’t be. No one has the ultimate road map. But any direction is better than no direction. Without a start, you’re just going to stand there watching the world pass you by.
To dive further into this I’ve brought in a special guest: Dr. Jordan Peterson.
Dr. Peterson is a professor at the University of Toronto, a clinical psychologist and the author of the million-plus selling 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos (Jan 2018, Penguin Books), which has been a Number 1 bestseller in the US, Canada, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Sweden, the Netherlands and Brazil, and which is now slated to be translated into 40 languages.
He has become super popular in the last two years for his lectures which he records and puts on YouTube.
I had such an interesting interview with him that had so much important information, I actually split it into two episodes.
In this episode of The School of Greatness, we sit down and discuss why we admire sports figures, how any aim (even a bad one) is crucial for you to feel fulfilled, and a mindset tool you can use to motivate you to do hard things.
Learn how you can find the strength to live life you didn’t know you had, on Episode 664.
Some Questions I Ask:
How do you embody something in a shift of view? (7:23)
Why is there so much conflict in the world? (8:14)
A clear conscience is different than happiness? (11:06)
When we’re watching sports, what does it do for us? (15:51)
How do you fix your past traumas you can’t let go of? (21:22)
What do you mean by being reasonable with your goals? (23:18)
Why is it better to have a bad plan than to be in “No Man’s Land”? (27:15)
What are some examples of weaknesses people might have? (28:42)
What are three weaknesses, you know right now, you can still work on? (29:29)
Does a rationale mean a meaning? (37:14)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
How Dr. Peterson’s simplifies his philosophy (6:16)
The relationship between responsibility and meaning (9:56)
Why people are so interested in sports (13:13)
The reasons you need a noble cause (17:37)
The purpose of memory (20:17)
Why you need to be able to answer the seven questions (25:54)
What you have to do to move forward (31:06)
Why you should be exercising (32:48)
The reason people get stuck searching for their meaning (39:12)
Plus much, much more...

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"THERE I SUCH A THING HAS BAD HUSTLE.”
The more successful you get, the more you are going to feel you need to hustle.
You’ll feel the need to keep moving and it’ll seem like if you stop, all of the pieces will fall apart. Unfortunately, that can end up being your downfall.
If you move just to keep moving, you can end up in the wrong place in life.
After a while, other areas in your life will start falling apart: especially your health. And without that, what’s the point of all the work?
That’s why it’s important to find that balance in your life. Find the time to hustle for yourself and for the ones you love. All of that is just as important for an entrepreneur as their business.
On this episode of 5 Minute Friday, I’ve decided to bring you back this clip from Ryan Holmes.
If you aren’t familiar with Ryan, he’s the founder and CEO of Hootsuite.
He let his life get out of balance and fell into some serious health issues that turned his life upside down.
Hear his story and what you can do to find the right hustle, on Episode 663.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
Why you need a balanced life (1:00)
What good hustle is (1:33)
Ryan’s darkest years (1:50)
Who Entrepreneurs have to rely on (2:56)
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There are two things that can make or break you when it comes to achieving greatness: your body language and your confidence.
If you don’t have confidence, you’ll never be able to put yourself out there to the world. You need the confidence to try, and it’s confidence that will help you get back up after your failures.
Once you have the confidence to get out there, your next obstacle is your first impression. Your body language tells someone a lot about you. Sometimes, it may not be what you intended it to say.
Having proper posture, giving people a big smile, and treating everyone like an old friend will go a long way.
These are really important lessons, which is why I wanted to bring you a mashup from Chen Lizra, Jordan Harbinger and Vanessa Van Edwards.
I’ve received such an overwhelming response on the past mashups I wanted to bring you another one.
I really suggest you go back and listen to the episode multiple times. There’s so much great advice from all three of these guests, you can’t absorb it all in one sitting.
Take a new nugget of information each day and apply it to your life.
You’ll quickly learn how not only your life can change, but these tips will also affect the people around you.
So learn how you can master your body language and improve your confidence, on Episode 662.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
How Cuban culture heals the body (6:48)
Where we should put our energy to become happy (8:05)
The role tempo plays in your body (14:55)
What men are commonly missing (18:00)
Common misconceptions we have about first impressions (19:53)
How your smile affects others (23:10)
What makes popular kids popular (28:55)
The biggest killer of relationships (30:52)
What an ambivert is (32:07)
What matters more than IQ (33:13)
How you can make your interactions count (35:53)
Plus much, much more

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“YOU NEED TO LOOK AT YOURSELF LIKE A BUSINESS.”
I know you’ve heard the story of me falling into a funk and sleeping on my sister’s couch for 18 months in my early twenties. One thing you probably didn’t know is how I got out of this funk.
I wanted to record a solo round on this topic because it's one of the most powerful tools I've ever used to shift my life -- it's called creating a personal advisory board.
If you haven’t heard of it before, a personal advisory board is a group of people that you build around you to give you wisdom, inspire you, and, most importantly, create accountability.
You may be wondering what the difference is between an advisor and a mentor -- the truth is there is a big difference.
A mentor is someone you look up to. You may know them, but you may not. Chances are, today, any mentor you have can answer your questions through resources they’ve created. Maybe it’s a book, a podcast, or online articles.
Board members are people you know much more intimately. It’s also important they have an invested interest in your success.
Ultimately, they have skin in the game when it comes to you.
But it goes beyond that. An advisory board can help you in all aspects of your life. It’s a team for success and they are there to call on throughout the year and see your goals through to the end.
No matter where you are at in your life and business, you need an advisory board. Without it, you’re either going to stay stagnant or move toward your dreams much slower than you could with it.
Learn all about my tips on building the ultimate advisory board, on Episode 661.
In this episode you will learn:
What inspired me to discuss this topic (5:25)
The difference between personal advisors and mentors (7:15)
Advisor types you should have for different areas of life (9:13)
My early mentors I built an advisory board with (10:11)
The 4 things we all need (12:43)
How to pick members of your advisory board (14:05)
The way your advisors should make you feel (19:22)
How to ask someone to join your advisory board (22:51)
What an advisory member needs to want to join (26:05)
Your end of year check in (30:42)
Plus much, much more...

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"IMAGINE WHAT PEOPLE DON'T DO BECAUSE THEY'RE AFRAID OF THEIR ASHAMED.”
A lot of people I know have a greatness inside of them, but there’s something holding them back. That thing is their self esteem.
Without self esteem, you can be the best in the world, but no one will ever know because you’ll be too afraid to put yourself out there.
This can be one of the hardest things to overcome, but honestly there’s an easy solution to start building your confidence - style.
Changing the way you look will give you an instant feeling of change, and to go more into it I wanted to bring you a good friend of mine who knows this subject more than anyone else: Stacy London.
You may know Stacy from the shows What Not to Wear, Access Hollywood, and even the Today Show.
Her knowledge of style has helped change people’s lives.
Learn what style can do for you, on Episode 660.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
How the world is changing (00:36)
What Stacy would cure if she had unlimited money (1:26)
How style affects self esteem (2:17)
Why Stacy loves style (2:46)
How style has changed people’s lives (3:36)
Plus much, much more!

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DON'T ALLOW STRESS TO CONSUMER YOUR LIFE.
I’ve been dealing with a lot of stress lately in my life. I get wrapped up in it and tell myself (and others) how stressed I am.
This mentality ends up breeding even more stress, and it’s honestly not healthy.
As I listen to others around me, I’ve come to realize this is the norm. Despite all of the technology we have and all of our luxuries, we consider ourselves to be the most stressed generation.
That’s why I decided to bring you another great mashup talking about this stress from Amanda Enayati, Todd Kashdan, Lissa Rankin, and Arianna Huffington.
Stress, more than anything, is a mindset. It’s something we create ourselves in order to try and protect ourselves.
We even become stressed about the unknown. The possibility of infinite success, or infinite failure, naturally gets our emotions to focus the darker side of the world.
Instead, I challenge you to take the lessons from each of these clips. Apply them to your life and see just how much better you can make your life.
I’d love to hear what you think about this episode, and how you apply these lessons in your life - so don’t hesitate to reach out to me on social media and let me know how it’s been working for you.
Download this episode now and learn about how you can take control of your stress, on Episode 659.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
The narrative we create about stress (3:39)
What real stress is (5:19)
How to control your stress (7:04)
The misconception of optimism (8:29)
How we need to look at our limits (8:58)
Some of the bravest people there are (10:15)
Why the ability to tolerate pain determines your success (11:46)
The four beliefs that make us frightened (14:23)
How we fear what we cherish (15:35)
Ways you can shift your beliefs (16:47)
How loss can liberate your soul (18:01)
Why you should strive for integration over balance(18:58)
Myths about entrepreneurs (19:48)
Plus much, much more

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In this episode, we delve into the world of longevity, health, and vitality with the esteemed Dr. Mark Hyman, where you'll discover the keys to living a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life.

Dr. Mark Hyman is a distinguished figure in the field of Functional Medicine, renowned for his commitment to promoting health and well-being. With a background as a practicing family physician and as a fourteen-time New York Times best-selling author, he has left an indelible mark on the world of medicine and holistic health. Dr. Hyman's passion for uncovering the secrets to living a longer, healthier life has made him a sought-after expert, and his influential work has inspired countless individuals to take charge of their well-being. As the host of The Doctor’s Farmacy one of the leading health podcasts, he continues to share valuable insights and empower listeners to lead vibrant lives. Dr. Hyman's dedication to improving human health and his advocacy for functional medicine have solidified his reputation as a true pioneer in the pursuit of wellness.

Check out Dr. Hyman’s book, Young Forever: The Secrets to Living Your Longest, Healthiest Life

In this episode you will learn

• Insights into the possibility of being stronger, fitter, healthier, wiser, smarter, and more energetic at 60 than you were at 40, and the steps to achieve it.
• The 7 Core Biological Systems that underline disease.
• How to get your health-span to equal your lifespan.
• The impact a healthy love life has on your lifespan.
• Top nutritional supplements that can support your quest for a longer and healthier life, enhancing your overall well-being.

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“NEVER SAY YOU'RE NOT WORTHY OF SOMETHING.”
Your mindset is one of the most important tools you have in life. It can make you or break you.
Many times people don’t realize the impact their thoughts and words have on their life,
They tell themselves stories, whether it’s about their work, their finances, or even their health. These stories become real. They dictate your future.
Unfortunately, it’s not so simple to change the narrative you are giving yourself.
A lot of times it takes a major life event to make you realize the problem. By then, it can feel too late.
I wanted to share this episode with you to show you 6 of the common misconceptions we have that can be holding you back.
If you take the time to open your eyes to these mindset problems, you can start changing your life now instead of waiting to hit rock bottom.
Learn more about my mindset hacks on Episode 658.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
How to change your mindset (2:14)
Health as a lifestyle (3:16)
How to appreciate time (10:24)
Ways to get over self doubt and victim mentality (13:48)
How to get your work to align with your dreams (21:05)
What you need to do to connect with people (20:31)
How you should look at money (25:03)
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“I AM ENOUGH. I DESERVE SUCCESS.”
You have to fight for what you want if you want to accomplish anything. Otherwise it wouldn’t be an achievement, it would just be the way life is.
Unfortunately, the struggle we have to go through to achieve our dreams can be overwhelming. It can be discouraging, and often times people give up just before they hit that pivotal point in life.
One thing you can do to push through is remind yourself that you are enough. You can succeed. It’s going to take time, dedication, and a lot of failures. As long as you keep learning, and stay strong, you can achieve anything.
To go further into this, I wanted to bring back a clip from a previous episode with Carrie-Anne Moss.
You may remember her as Trinity from The Matrix. What you may not know is how much she struggled moving to LA as a young actress.
On this episode of 5 Minute Friday, she talks about what a challenge it was to move to Hollywood and believe in her own value. She has no money, no green card, and literally nothing but the dream of being an actress.
Learn about how just being her was enough to succeed, and how you can apply her mindset into your life, on Episode 657.
What it was like for Carrie to move to LA (1:10)
Carrie’s deal with her manager (2:13)
How she thinks about her acting career (3:00)
What she did to get through the hard times (4:52)
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“When people know their tendencies, they see themselves more clearly” - Gretchen Rubin
No matter what business you are in, psychology is something you shouldn’t overlook.
It’s not just something you should know in order to land the next client, or how to better build your team, but also to help you grow.
You need to understand yourself to know what obstacles you need to overcome. When you understand your own psychology, you open a whole new world of possibilities.
Getting to know your personality type means you’ll know what to adjust when you meet someone else. It also means you’ll know what to look out for when someone is trying to manipulate you.
In every way, knowing psychology can be important to help you achieve the greatness you want. That’s why I put together this new mashup with the bests: Scott Barry Kaufman, Chris Lee, Gretchen Rubin, John Danner and Chris Kuenne
In this episode of The School of Greatness, you’ll get a solid look as to various personality types that exist. You’ll also learn about the tendencies we all have and how to turn them into a strength.
Each of my guests also give real world examples on how you can use the information provided in this episode.
I hand picked the best of the best information from these episodes because I want to see you get out there, use this knowledge, and succeed.
Anyone listening to this episode will take away something that they didn’t know before -- I learned new things re-listening to these clips!
Get ready to better understand psychology, on Episode 656.
Some Questions I Ask:
What is IQ and is it effective? (6:48)
What are the 4 personality types? (10:46)
If I’m a controller, how would you speak my language to convince me to buy something? (14:40)
If you’re selling a car, how would you approach these personality types? (27:14)
What’s the main thing understanding your tendencies does for you? (30:27)
Are we born with these tendencies? (35:23)
Can someone be all of the personality types? (39:26)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
The multiple paths to greatness (5:02)
How testing in the school system can cause people to fall through the cracks (8:47)
What personality types a leader should have (10:26)
What a controller is (11:28)
The opposite personality of a controller (16:23)
Exactly what a promoter is (20:51)
How to spot an analyzer (24:26)
How you can understand yourself and others better (30:07)
The different types of tendencies (31:12)
How entrepreneurs build teams (35:48)
John and Chris’s 4 personality types (36:03)
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“NEVER LET ANYBODY GET IN THE WAY OF YOUR DREAMS. NOT EVEN YOURSELF.”
So many times in this world we let others dictate our lives. We listen to our parents, our friends, even our neighbors on what we “should do” with our lives.
No one knows our true purpose -- that’s something we have to find on our own.
Our passions and our love should be what guides us in life, not just logic.
Life’s too short to spend precious moments chasing something we don’t care about, something that doesn’t make us feel fulfilled.
Sure, you could be a doctor or a lawyer and make money fast: but what good is the cash if you’re miserable?
When you follow your passion and master those skills, the money will follow, and it’ll be worth the delay.
That’s why for today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I brought on a truly inspirational woman: Michelle Waterson.
Michelle is a wife, a mother, and an amazing UFC fighter. She had a passion for martial arts even as a child but pushed her passion aside to listen to what her parents wanted.
She went to college and studied things she didn’t really care about.
One day she was hired to work as a ring girl at a UFC fight and watching the action up close made her decide she wanted to continue her childhood passion.
As soon as the semester was over, she left school and started training to be a fighter - but there was only one problem.
At that time there were no UFC women. In fact, the UFC was very clear they were never planning to let women into the UFC.
She didn’t let that stop her. She continued to train and take small fights any chance should could.
Finally, all the hard work paid off. The UFC started letting in women fighters, and she’s had an incredible career that didn’t exist not too long ago.
If you’re wondering if you should actually pursue your passion, no matter how unconventional it may be, you need to hear Episode 655.
Some Questions I Ask:
What has being a fighter taught you about femininity and masculinity? (7:36)
You were a ring girl and then thought it would be fun to be in the ring punching people? (11:27)
What’s a smoker? (14:11)
If there were no women in the UFC at the time, what was your vision? (16:02)
What does it take to be a champion in the UFC? (19:44)
What’s the challenging part for you mentally and physically from the moment you get the phone call to the moment you step in the ring? (22:36)
What has your biggest loss taught you about yourself? (26:44)
What was the most challenging emotional wave you had to experience leading into a fight? (30:52)
How do you get back to keeping your mental strength after and injury or bad loss? (41:32)
What’s the greatest thing your dad taught you about being a better woman? (44:58)
What kind of example do you want to set for your daughter? (47:08)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
What it is about fighting that Michelle loves (9:02)
Her next step after training in Thailand (13:46)
How long she was an amateur fighter (14:56)
Her biggest fear today (18:08)
What she does to silence the conversations that try to hold her back (20:56)
How she respects her opponents when she’s fighting them (25:02)
How she manages emotional up and downs (28:52)
How she was able to focus on her fights, despite all of her emotional ups and downs (38:32)
The greatest lesson her mom taught her (43:09)
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THERE'S ONE THING EVERYONE LIKE: A GOOD STORY.
A strong story can move the masses. It can inspire a generation or change your life forever.
Storytelling is also one of the most important tools we can use in business. Good storytelling can take your business to new heights.
There is a secret to good storytelling: make other people the hero.
If you’re the hero of your own stories, you sound conceited. Instead, make others the focus. If you want to take it to the next level, make your audience the hero of the story.
To dive into the power of storytelling, I wanted to bring back an interview with Donald Miller for this episode of 5 Minute Friday.
Donald unlocked the power of storytelling and quadrupled his business in no time. Then he started to get calls from the biggest companies, like Pantene, Ford-Lincoln and even the White House!
Learn from the grandmaster of storytelling, on Episode 654.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
The thing everyone should do (00:34)
How Donald quadrupled his revenue (1:26)
What stories are all about (2:09)
How “what ifs” can help your life (2:31)
The story that’s most inspiring to Donald (2:52)

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"AS A PEOPLE, WE NEED TO FIGURE OUT WHAT OUR ALTER EGO IS.”
One of the hardest things for us to deal with is pain. Our mind tries to prevent us from experiencing it. It's just trying to protect us and keep us alive.
When we push through that pain, however, that’s when we accomplish greatness.
Now I don’t mean continuing with a broken arm. I mean pushing through those tough times when your mind is trying to tell your body to stop, but you know you have more to give.
That’s why I wanted to bring you today’s guest, the Iron Cowboy himself: James Lawrence.
James did 50 Ironman Triathlons, in 50 days, in 50 states.
He was constantly on the move for 12 hours a day, running, swimming, and cycling. As soon as he was finished, he had to travel to the next state.
Most days James only had about four hours to rest.
That’s no time for your body to recover.
Did he hurt? Did he want to give up? Of course. But James ended up powering through, breaking a Guinness World Record.
At the end of the 50 days, his body had begun to accept that this was its new reality (and he felt like he needed to do another triathlon after he finished!)
Humans can push themselves so much further than we think. We just need to get over our mental barriers to see what we can really achieve.
Learn what it takes to develop your skills and overcome your boundaries, on Episode 653.
Some Questions I Ask:
The universe was telling you to quit, how and why did you continue? (12:01)
When did you do your first Ironman Triathlon? (21:00)
Why do you think it’s important to put your body through a stress that your mind says no to? (25:36)
What was your greatest fear growing up? (29:16)
What’s the greatest personal struggle you’ve ever faced? (32:15)
Were the conversations you were having with yourself more about forgiveness or the future you wanted to create? (37:56)
How much mental training did it take for you to find your alter ego? (42:53)
What’s your mental routine on a daily basis? (52:56)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
How James helped someone with Cerebral Palsy finish the triathlon (7:29)
How long it takes for him to finish an Ironman Triathlon (14:32)
The greatest lesson he’s learned from all 50 Ironmans (24:34)
Something we can do on a daily basis to help us increase our mental toughness (27:25)
How he’s preparing his children to take on the world (30:45)
What he thinks about at hour 7 of the day during a race (34:51)
The power of his alter ego (39:42)
Why he felt the need to achieve the impossible (47:25)

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“I LEARN BEST BY JUMPING INTO THE UNKNOWN.”
There’s one resource in this world we all take for granted: time.
We’re only on this planet for a small amount of time, and we tend to build routines in our lives that makes the days roll by.
The next thing we know, we look in the mirror and we’re 70. When you look at that face do you want to see a life of missed opportunities or one filled with experiences you are proud of?
If you want the latter, you need to make sure you schedule time for you. Take the time to build your life resume, because that’s what makes our lives much more interesting.
When you talk about someone, do you talk about how they clock in to work on time everyday at 9 am and work late hours? Or do you talk about the places they’ve been to, and the experiences they’ve had?
On this episode of The School of Greatness, I bring you back someone who has decided to build their life’s resume: Jesse Itzler.
Importance of taking advantage of time. Routine make life fly by. Make time for yourself - building life resume instead of business resume.
Jesse enjoys living life "out of the box." In fact, he doesn't even have a box. The author of the New York Times bestseller, Living with a Seal, co founded Marquis Jet, the world's largest private jet card company which he and his partner sold to Berkshire Hathaway/NetJets. Jesse then partnered with Zico coconut water, which he and his partner sold to The Coca-Cola Company.
He’s also the kind of person that when he wants something he grabs onto the opportunity without delay. He recently decided he needed to detox his mind from electronics and the constant multitasking of today’s world.
He ended up living with monks, living in a room as small as a table, and unable to communicate with his family, just to find himself.
The lessons he learned most were about the need to make time for yourself and the people around you that you care most about. In the end, that’s where you’ll have the most impact and where your true legacy will come from.
Learn more lessons from Jesse’s isolation and time with the monks, on Episode 652.
Some Questions I Ask:
How was your 15 day digital detox? (8:45)
What are you not waiting for? (20:09)
If you could go back 20 years, what would you eliminate or add to your life? (21:41)
Do you still take 3 hours for yourself every day? (24:44)
What do you think you can learn from pain? (29:14)
What did the monks teach you about overcoming personal challenges? (32:52)
What did the master’s say (about death)? (36:34)
Have you and your wife ever struggled with competing with one another? (44:47)
Do you ever have a fear that your kids are a little soft? (47:04)
What are the things you’ve learned from your time in your monks you didn’t know before? (48:13)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
When he had the idea to live with monks (10:50)
What Jesse didn’t miss during his time away (14:51)
How Jesse worked in the music business (17:07)
The Kevin Rule (22:28)
When Jesse started living this type of life (27:37)
The biggest personal challenge he’s faced (30:29)
Why death kept coming up in Jesse’s mind (34:40)
How he maintains the spark of sexual desire and dynamic of business in his relationship (41:26)
The greatest lessons his kids have taught him (45:40)
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“WE’RE GOING TO FALL CONSTANTLY. WHAT KEEPS YOU YOUNG?”
We all go through struggles in life, and it’s so easy to get into a loop of self pity. Instead, find a way to focus on your future.
Make goals for yourself, especially if you find yourself in a life changing event. Where do you want to be in six months? What accomplishment do you want to make in the next year?
Life’s too short to dwell on the present, so look forward to the future.
The importance of creating this sort of accountability really got me thinking about a past episode with one of the most inspirational people I had on the show: Amy Purdy.
Amy is a Paralympian who lost both of her feet. It didn’t stop her from becoming a world class athlete and someone that even Oprah has called her hero.
On this episode of 5 Minute Friday, Amy discusses how she was able to overcome seemingly impossible obstacles by shifting her mindset to one that is selfless.
Learn all about how you can overcome the impossible, on Episode 651.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
Amy’s 3 Goals she gave herself (1:08)
When Amy’s new journey began (2:06)
Why she decided to keep training for the Paralympics (3:09)
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“The leader who acts like they have all the answers leaves no opportunity for others to help.” - Simon Sinek
My previous mashup episodes have been exploding. Because of this, I wanted to bring you an episode on leadership.
No matter who you are, or what you do, you will be in a leadership position at some point. Whether you are the CEO of a company, or a stay at home parent: there are people who rely on you to stand up and take charge.
This can be a very confusing situation, as sometimes you may find yourself feeling like you can’t ask for help. You also may feel like you’re losing progress and need to keep moving forward.
To give you the tools you need to lead in success I wanted to bring you back segments from Alison Levine, Simon Sinek, Nancy Duarte, and Cesar Millan.
This collection of interviews, I felt, will give you some of the tools you need to really progress in your life.
If you take these lessons, and integrate them into your life a little at a time, you will see results.
I don’t expect you to memorize it all and I don’t expect you to make a sudden change. Integrate these lessons little by little and review them.
Now get to it, and learn how to be a successful leader, on Episode 650.
Som questions I ask:
What if you have an employee that’s failing over and over again? (5:39)
Why do you say “When you make progress on something, turn around and change direction?" (7:12)
Does vulnerability create trust? (12:06)
Who do you think is the most inspiring leader? (20:14)
Did you (Cesar) always see yourself as a natural leader? (21:36)
What if someone feels like they’re leading, but aren’t? (23:19)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
How to help your team learn and grow (5:15)
The way you successfully reach the top (8:23)
What will make you struggle the most in life (14:23)
One of the greatest leadership tools (19:13)
How to build confidence in human beings (24:04)
Plus much, much more...

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“YOU HAVEN'T LOST CHANCES TO BE A BETTER PERSON.”
Are you aware you’re constantly being judged? I bet you are. Are you letting it affect the the way you live your life? I really hope not.
Today, it’s so much easier to feel the burden of judgment. With social media, our lives are always in the spotlight. There are so many people who will hate on us, and the more successful we are the more haters there usually are.
You can’t listen to them. You just need to follow your heart and brush off their comments.
Focus in on listening to those that you really do care about, not some stranger that you’ve never heard of.
I have a special guest who knows more about this than most people: Brooke Ence.
Brooke is a fitness and Crossfit icon. She also appeared in Wonder Woman as an Amazonian warrior and she's just getting started.
Unfortunately, she’s always received a lot of criticism in her life. Her love of working out has meant she doesn’t have a traditional female body. She can come off as intimidating to people, and there’s always been a lot of backlash on social media because of it.
Last year she suffered a spinal injury that nearly took her life’s passion away from her. She decided not to let it ruin everything she has built.
Through pacing herself she’s learned to get back into the competition world and has been making a massive recovery in such a short amount of time.
Sadly, this pacing of herself has lead to even more people criticizing her. They’ve been trying to make her feel like she’s burnt out or past her prime - but I get the feeling she’s going to come back even stronger and better in the future.
Instead of listening to the naysayers she’s learned to focus her attention to people that truly know her, support her, and gauge her success on their reaction.
On this episode of The School of Greatness, Brooke really opens up about her injury and the struggles she’s gone through as a woman focusing on her passion as opposed to society’s standards.
She really is an inspiration to all people -- don't miss Episode 649.
Some Questions I Ask:
How did you get your injury? (7:48)
Did people think you could come back like you did? (23:18)
Has your build had an affect your confidence? (29:12)
What advice do you give to people that focus on other people’s words all the time? (42:16)
How do you push through every time when it hurts? (51:20)
Do you feel relief that you don’t have to train as hard for the games? (53:42)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
How quickly Brooke had her surgery (20:32)
The ways Brooke is more secure today (26:26)
How Brooke dealt with the lies she was telling herself (37:15)
How she sets herself up to have the best workout (48:28)
Her vision moving forward (52:03)
The thing she’s most proud of since her surgery (1:02:23)

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Hey, School of Greatness listeners! It's Lewis Howes, and I'm excited to have you here for a special episode as we dive into the new year with a burst of energy and determination. This fresh start is all about turning reflections into actions and conquering procrastination. I've identified six game-changing habits that will help you overcome this enemy and make 2024 your most remarkable year yet. We'll explore the 1% rule to break free from perfectionism, the art of asking for help, the power of saying "No," the significance of writing down your goals, the role of nutrition and hydration, and the importance of checking in on your "why." So, buckle up, because this episode is a high-energy journey toward unleashing your full potential and achieving greatness in 2024!

In this episode you will learn

• How to apply the 1% rule for continuous improvement in various aspects of your life.
• The importance of asking for help and how it can enhance your leadership skills.
• The power of saying no to protect your peace and focus.
• The benefits of writing down your goals and breaking them into manageable chunks.
• The significance of maintaining good health for increased energy and focus.

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“Gratitude is always the best place to start with anything.”
If you enjoyed this episode, check out the video, show notes, and more at http://www.lewishowes.com/648

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"EVEN THE SKY IS NOT THE LIMIT." - NAVEEN JAIN
We've had some incredible masters of business on the show over the years.
For this next mashup episode, I selected 5 clips from some of the most impactful conversations I've had with these masters.
I've learned so much about how to take my business to the next level by learning from these entrepreneurs.
Each of them has a unique business and personality (and strengths), but each has achieved extraordinary success by following certain key patterns.
Interested to know what they are?
You'll hear from Rob Dyrdek, the mogul of skateboard products, MTV, and funding startups. You'll then hear from Sara Blakely, the founder of Spanx and the youngest female self-made billionaire in the US.
Then you'll hear from Naveen Jain, the founder of multiple wildly successful tech companies, including ones that are making private space travel a reality - and curing disease. Next is Lisa Messenger, the Australian multi-media entrepreneur who turned out an incredibly successful magazine when nothing supported her idea.
And finally, we end on a note from Grant Cardone, the money master entrepreneur himself, who I recently spoke at his massive 9K person event in Vegas.
This is a power-packed episode, so get ready to take notes and take your business to the next level after listening to Episode 647.
In this episode you will learn:
How to systemize your life to scale your impact (5:37)
The way to get through massive obstacles in the start up phase (10:10)
How to attract the very best talent in the world to your company (15:05)
Why it's important to surrender to the process of building your business (20:19)
How to think like a billionaire versus a millionaire (25:00)
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“YOU HAVE NO CONTROL OVER OTHER PEOPLE, BUT YOU HAVE TOTAL CONTROL OVER YOURSELF.”
Do you ever feel like there’s certain things that just set you off? Certain subjects that send you into a blind rage?
We all go through it. There was a period in my life, well honestly it was most of my life, I was explosive. Even if a little thing would trigger me, I found myself exploding. In those moments, I would reflect - and I know that wasn’t me.
The truth is, it wasn’t me. It was my reaction. More importantly, it wasn’t my reaction to what was really happening. I was reacting to things in my past.
Previous events I was holding on to, and constantly judging, were making me react in an explosive manner. Events would trigger these memories on a subconscious level, and everything that built up would come out all at once.
I was able to find a place of peace with my past and find a place of neutrality, thanks to the help of today’s guest: Chris Lee.
Chris Lee is a transformational facilitator and coach (and TV personality) that has been doing deep work for 30 years. This is also the 14th (yes, 14th) time he’s been on the show.
On this episode of The School of Greatness, we discuss how you can achieve a neutral mindset. Not only will you get the theory behind the work, but you’ll also walk away with actionable steps you can take today to make that happen.
Don’t be caught reacting to your triggers, creating an image of yourself you don’t want others to see ever again.
Chris has been my coach for years on this exact topic, and I'm so excited for you to hear his wisdom as well.
Learn how you can create a neutral mind-frame that allows for clarity on Episode 646.
Some Questions I Ask:
How can we have more results in our lives? (7:44)
So what is step one to create a neutral life? (18:00)
How do you handle not letting wild kids trigger you? (19:26)
Do you recommend having a mantra if things seem too out of control? (21:34)
What’s the next point for staying neutral? (32:34)
What’s something you’ve learned about yourself that’s surprised you in the last year? (38:54)
What’s the thing you need to master still that will take you to another level? (41:34)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
How holding onto judgment will create negative reactions (10:54)
The truth about every event in life (12:10)
What neutrality really is (20:06)
Another way to achieve neutrality when you’re triggered (23:16)
How the greatest athletes are neutral (26:21)
What you need to do now to overcome triggers (28:07)
The importance of a neutral accountability buddy (30:26)
Your action steps after this episode is over (36:00)

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“THERE’S A HUGE AMOUNT OF REAL STATE BETWEEN THE WORST AND THE GREATEST.”
Do you care about getting your social media numbers up? Do you want people to love and adore you?
The problem is that you’re focusing in the wrong direction.
Don’t concentrate on yourself or what you want from other people. Shift your focus to helping others. Make an impact on those who already appreciate you.
When that happens, more people will appreciate you. You’ll make their lives magical, and the success and admiration will come later.
For example, when Oprah comes out on stage she doesn’t say “Look at me. I’m great.” She puts her focus on her audience. She zooms in on others and does what she can to help everyone around her.
For this episode of 5 Minute Friday, I’m bringing back this segment from Elizabeth Gilbert.
She’s an American author, essayist, short story writer, biographer, novelist, and memoirist.
She is best known for her 2006 memoir, Eat, Pray, Love, which as of December 2010 had spent 199 weeks on the New York Times Best Seller list.
She gives her insights on what she’s learned about the power of looking to serve rather than be served.
Discover all of that and much more, on Episode 645.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
Where most people lie in relation to their greatness (00:45)
How to really help others (1:32)
How to get a larger platform (3:17)
What makes Oprah so great (3:44)
Plus much, much more.

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THE FIRST WEALTH IS HEALTH.
Lately I have been bringing you some mashups, giving you some of the best advice on a specific topic and the response has been overwhelming.
I know you love the long interviews, hearing about all aspects of someone’s life - and I’m not going to stop those. I love them too.
But I wanted to take a moment to bring you a best of on something very important to me.
It’s something that you need to think about if you want to truly achieve greatness, because without it you can’t go very fair.
Yes, it's health and wellness.
Without having good health, you can’t really enjoy your life.
Trust me I know. I used to not care about my body at all. I worked all day. I would hardly sleep. I was putting on a lot of weight. So much so people started to call me Flewis (Fat Lewis).
Once I started taking care of myself, that’s when everything changed. I started sleeping better, I had more confidence, and I was a lot more productive.
That’s why for this episode of the School of Greatness, I am bringing you a wellness mash up.
To talk about the relationship champions have with their bodies and how you can achieve the same thing, I bring you Aubrey Marcus.
Discussing the importance of good habits and Whole30, you’ll hear from Melissa Hartwig.
The importance of educating yourself and sleep is talked about by Shawn Stevenson.
Lastly, to discuss body image and self worth I bring you back Kelly LeVeque.
Learn all about the importance of health and wellness, on Episode 644.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
How champions treat their body (5:07)
How you can start understanding the relationship with your body (7:04)
The way you should look at your body (8:45)
Best way to start new habits (9:20)
What your bones are actually made of (13:19)
Why our self worth is tied to our body image (15:24)
Why it’s important to celebrate your body (16:56)
Plus much, much more.

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“WHAT YOU THINK IS YOUR GREATEST DISAPPOINTMENT CAN BE YOUR GREATEST RESCUE.”
Do you ever get down on yourself over mistakes you’ve made in the past? Are you upset about things that happened to you and feel like the best times of your life are over?
They’re not.
When I was younger and injured right as my professional career as an athlete was starting to take off, I thought that was it.
I thought my life was over in my early twenties. I had no backup. No plan B.
I ended up sharing myself with the world, and turning my selfish nature into something selfless. I started making it my goal to help others, to transform lives, and I’m so much happier than I ever could have been.
Of course, a part of me wishes my career as an athlete had been successful, but when I think about everything I have and all of the memories I have from helping others, I wouldn’t change it for the world.
There’s no reason you can’t do the same now.
Your glory days are still coming.
On this episode of The School of Greatness, I had the pleasure to sit down with someone who has gone through a similar situation as myself: Trent Shelton.
Trent Shelton is a former NFL wide receiver that is now considered one of the most impactful speakers of this generation.
He reaches over 50 million people weekly through his various social media outlets, and also travels the world to speak his message of creating lasting change in your life.
I was fortunate enough to have him sit down with me and discuss how he’s impacted people.
We talk about the three steps to rehab when you’ve lost your identity, what happens when you don’t celebrate your accomplishments, and how to build your communication strategy.
Learn how you can apply the best of yourself each day, on Episode 643.
Some Questions I Ask:
When you dropped to the arena league, did you do pretty well? (6:55)
Did you start doing videos during your “rehab” time? (9:17)
What has being a husband and father taught you about life?(17:48)
What numbers do you think we should be measuring? (21:44)
What is the biggest challenge in intimate relationships? (25:12)
What do you do to connect with your wife or your kids every single day? (29:54)
What’s the biggest challenge you face moving forward? (32:12)
Can you share a spoken word? (34:36)
What about the people who are afraid to share their story? (38:53)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
What Trent did when Plan A fell through (7:34)
How long someone should take before they come back into life after dealing with pain (11:12)
The three Rs of rehab (12:24)
What Trent means by, “Chasing a life of fulfillment wears you out.” (19:38)
The person Trent held a grudge against the longest (23:14)
The biggest challenge he faces in his marriage (27:52)
Trent’s main goal and dream for himself (30:52)
How social media is affecting relationships today (33:23)
The biggest thing Trent has learned from reflecting on his life (37:08)
Plus much, much more

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"CONVINCE YOURSELF YOU ARE WORTH IT.”
Have you ever wondered, “What value do I have? Am I good enough? How can I compete against others?”
Those thoughts stem from you comparing yourself to others. It’s a natural habit, but it’s one that is going to hold you back.
Your value comes from you. From being who you are, and all of the experiences you went through.
This world, and finding your place in it, is all about you being you and trusting in your instincts.
If you compare yourself to others, you’re always going to feel like you’re coming up short.
The truth is, you are great now. Every experience you go through, good or bad, makes you something special.
To go further into this, I wanted to dive into a previous episode with Taye Diggs.
Taye is an actor and singer who has had an incredible career in film and theatre. He was in the film, How Stella Got Her Groove Back, and the TV series Private Practice, among many other career highlights.
Listen to all of Taye’s insights, on Episode 642.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
What Taye struggled with (00:53)
The thing you need to convince yourself of (1:14)
How to find your inner power (1:47)
What guides Taye and his actions (2:26)
How you can get the world to open up (3:18)
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"You have to have some kind of practice of stillness in your life." - Danielle LaPorte
Have you ever wondered what the truth is about why we're here and how to make sense of life?
I think we all have.
It's a question I often ask guests on my podcast who have a spiritual background. I'm fascinated by all the different ideas on our purpose in life and how to find it.
We've had some amazing spiritual leaders on the show, from all different backgrounds, so I thought it would be cool to do a Masters mashup episode on spiritual truths.
The response to these mashup episodes from the archives has been so great, I'm going to keep them coming.
This one features 4 clips from some of the wisest spiritual minds I've ever met.
First we hear from John Gray about how we can see our biggest mistakes and challenges being used for good in our lives.
Then we hear from Marianne Williamson about the difference between pain and suffering (and that we have a choice about how to respond to them).
Next there's a great nugget from Danielle LaPorte about why it's so important to be your own guru when it comes to walking your spiritual path.
And lastly we end with Rob Bell talking about why he believes God has put paradox into every truth (and why that is a good thing).
I loved each of these episodes, and I think you'll get as much value as I did by revisiting them in Episode 641.
In this episode you will learn:
The importance of seeing each other's struggles (5:42)
The difference between pain and suffering (9:16)
How to create space to listen to your own wisdom (12:38)
Why paradox is baked into truth (19:04)
Plus much more...

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THE GREATEST PEOPLE ARE MADE BY THE GREATEST CHALLENGES. Have you ever wondered what the truth is about why we're here and how to make sense of life? I think we all have. It's a question I often ask guests on my podcast who have a spiritual background. I'm fascinated by all the different ideas on our purpose in life and how to find it. We've had some amazing spiritual leaders on the show, from all different backgrounds, so I thought it would be cool to do a Masters mashup episode on spiritual truths. The response to these mashup episodes from the archives has been so great, I'm going to keep them coming. This one features 4 clips from some of the wisest spiritual minds I've ever met. First we hear from John Gray about how we can see our biggest mistakes and challenges being used for good in our lives. Then we hear from Marianne Williamson about the difference between pain and suffering (and that we have a choice about how to respond to them). Next there's a great nugget from Danielle LaPorte about why it's so important to be your own guru when it comes to walking your spiritual path. And lastly we end with Rob Bell talking about why he believes God has put paradox into every truth (and why that is a good thing). I loved each of these episodes, and I think you'll get as much value as I did by revisiting them in Episode 640. In this episode you will learn: The importance of seeing each other's struggles (5:42) The difference between pain and suffering (9:16) How to create space to listen to your own wisdom (12:38) Why paradox is baked into truth (19:04) Plus much more...

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“IF YOU FILL YOUR HOUSE LIGHT, DARKNESS CAN'T COME IN.”
So many people I know put more time and energy into their things, or their career, than they do into into their relationship.
I know I can be guilty of it, and I’m sure you can be too.
We put so much time into fixing up things like our homes, maintaining our cars, we tend to forget about those closest to us. We take them for granted.
When is the last time you really took the time to make your partner feel good? How often do you really put effort into boosting their confidence -- or even just being present with them.
That’s not the only relationship we neglect though - we forget about the one with ourselves.
Chances are it’s been awhile since you’ve taken the time to forgive yourself. To do something respectable and give yourself that moment to appreciate it.
To appreciate you.
To dive further into this I wanted to bring back a previous episode with the internationally acclaimed spiritual author and lecturer, Marianne Williamson on Episode 639.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
The only thing that matters (00:37)
What our society really seems to care about (00:43)
What you should be doing for your partner daily (1:19)
Where a lot of the pain we feel comes from (1:57)
The importance of atonement (2:20)
How to start respecting yourself again (2:52)
Plus much, much more

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Dr. Susanna Søberg is a leading expert in the world of cold and heat exposure therapy. With years of dedicated research, she has become a trailblazer in understanding the profound effects of deliberate temperature exposure on the human body and mind. Her groundbreaking findings and contributions to the field have positioned her as a visionary in the realm of metabolism, psychology, and holistic well-being. Dr. Søberg's expertise is not only shaping our understanding of cold and heat therapy but also empowering individuals to optimize their physical and mental health through these transformative practices.

Learn more about Dr. Søberg's research and programs at soeberginstitute.com

In this episode you will learn

• How Dr. Susanna Søberg's groundbreaking research is changing the way we view cold and heat therapy.
• The key findings in her research that can revolutionize your metabolism.
• The distinction between white fat and brown fat, and how cold therapy affects both.
• The profound psychological effects of cold therapy on your mood and mental well-being.
• The optimal frequency, duration, and benefits of cold plunges and saunas for your health.

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"SOMEBODY HAS TO BE THE BEST. WHY SHOULDN'T IT BE YOU?" - MIKE CHANDLER
Have you ever looked at the best in the world and wondered if you could be that?
I have.
I think a lot of us do when we're kids. We are amazed and inspired by the very best examples we find.
But often we grow up and discover all kinds of reasons for why we can't be as good as the best.
We fail at things. We struggle. We get knocked down, disappointed, hurt.
I got to connect with someone this week who has experienced all of that. Many times.
But he still decided he could be the best in the world at what he does. And he became that.
Mike Chandler is a Bellator Lightweight Champion fighter. He was an All-American wrestler in college. He's overcome extraordinary opponents to win titles again and again.
But he's also faced losses. Failures. Setbacks. At one point, after winning the world championship, he didn't win another fight for 688 days straight.
So when we had a minute to sit down to record a podcast about the mindset of champions, I had to know what his self-talk routine is like.
It really impressed me. Mike told me that self-image is actually one of the most important things he has cultivated. He has to believe he can be the best in the world, or it's not going to happen.
I loved his insights on why it's so important to talk to yourself instead of listening to yourself, and so many more nuggets.
Whatever you're aspiring to, I know you'll find his wisdom very helpful in Episode 638.
Some questions I ask:
What lesson did you learn in order to win the world championship? (8:23)
Who taught you that you could become anything you want? (11:05)
What do all world-class fighters have in common? (14:47)
What happens when you believe you deserve great things? (18:03)
What's your greatest gift in your sport and what do you need to work on the most? (19:10)
In this episode you will learn:
Why settling for your mediocre circumstances is unacceptable (9:20)
What loss can teach us about what our potential is (11:15)
Why your self-image is so important to your success (14:55)
Mike's pre-fight self-talk and rituals (21:10)
Plus much more...

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"When you become rare, people become really terrified of losing you." - Matthew Hussey
I know I get huge value every time I sit across from an expert and hear their wisdom about one of the most important parts of my life -- my relationships.
We've had some amazing relationship coaches on the podcast through the years, but some of the episodes are so old, I know you may not remember them (or have ever heard them).
That's why I wanted to put together another mashup episode from the archives to share some of these gems with you.
If you enjoyed last week's mashup episode on High Performance Habits, you're going to love this one.
We're first featuring a clip from my good friend and global dating icon Matthew Hussey. This is still one of the most popular episodes we've ever recorded.
Then we dive into part of my conversation with Tracy McMillan, an Oprah favorite, a long-term TV writer, and relationship expert. I love how real and honest Tracy is in this episode.
Last, we feature the master therapist herself, bestselling author and powerhouse coach Esther Perel (who has been on the podcast twice and spoken at Summit of Greatness).
I think you'll love each clip for a different reason -- and I want to know! Let me know by messaging me on social media @lewishowes.
If you're looking for some insight into making your intimate relationships better, look no further than this mashup Episode 637.
In this episode you will learn:
The problem with having a sense of entitlement in dating (5:05)
What makes you attractive beyond your best quality (10:10)
The biggest mistake people make in dating (12:41)
How to get through the rough patches of a relationship (17:13)
The importance of humor in relationships (19:35)
How to work with your partner when they are triggered (20:55)
Why monogamy is a choice (26:45)
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“WHEN YOU HAVE A VISION, IT BURNS INSIDE OF YOU.”
If you want to find your purpose in life, you need to dream with others in mind.
When you find that purpose, you’ll have to lead others. When you do, there’s a lot of responsibility that comes with that.
To explain this more, and how to tell if you’re really meant to be a leader, I brought back this clip from Nancy Duarte.
Nancy Duarte is the founder of the design firm Duarte, Inc. They have consulted companies and leaders like Apple, Google, GE, and so many more to create the speeches and presentations that have shaped all of the brands we love.
Her most recent book is all about how leaders can use storytelling to enroll their teams to follow their vision.
You’ll learn all about what it takes to bear the torch of leadership, on Episode 636.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
Who the real leaders are (1:00)
The importance of being a torch bearer (1:51)
Why we need self mastery (2:25)
How businesses used to be run (2:53)
What your dreams need to have to be successful (3:48)
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TO BE THE BEST YOU HAVE TO LEARN FROM THE BEST.
This week I wanted to bring you something new.
I’ve recorded well over six hundred episodes at this point. There’s been so much knowledge and wisdom from the brightest minds on the planet shared on the show.
I know it can be overwhelming to try to take it all, so I'm bringing you a recap of some of the strongest wisdom I’ve received over the years of doing this podcast.
For this episode I wanted to concentrate of high performance habits that I’ve learned from such amazing people as Brendon Burchard, Michael Gervais, Tony Robbins, and Mel Robbins.
Each of these guests has reached the top of their game, and the biggest factor in that has been their habits.
They set their mind to achieve something big and found a way to persevere even at some of the worst times. So what makes them different than you?
Nothing.
They aren’t super human and they aren’t luckier than you.
If you take their words of wisdom, you’ll find how to overcome what’s holding you back.
I hope you enjoy these nuggets of information I hand selected so you don’t have to dig for them.
Please let me know what you think of this new format on social media.
Now get ready to learn high performance habits from the masters, on Episode 635.
Some Questions I Ask:
Why do so many of us just focus on our strengths? (10:05)
What’s the habit you take on with clarity for your life? (14:44)
What’s slowing people down from being their best? (18:53)
Why do we fear not being good enough? (19:37)
How can we train our minds to overcome fear? (22:05)
What are your personal philosophies? (22:47)
How does someone continue to stay hungry? (31:42)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
What’s really correlated with high performance (4:40)
6 most important habits for high performance (6:00)
Why you can’t just focus on your strengths (12:03)
What your relationship with fear should look like (18:02)
How to get to your personal best (21:38)
Why you need to be clear about your philosophy (25:00)
What makes us grow and what makes us change (27:18)
The one common denominator among all successful people (30:00)
What you can count on in life (32:41)
The two states of life we live in (33:48)
Two of my most significant life experiences so far (36:01)
What happens during our highest experiences of life (37:28)
The thing everyone you admire does (40:31)
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“WE’RE APPLYING 20TH CENTURY THINKING TO 21ST CENTURY PROBLEMS.”
If you wake up in the morning and find that your tire is low, what do you do? You go with the quick fix and fill it up with air.
What if you go to your car the next day and find it’s low. Do you fill it up again, and again, and again for days, weeks, months?
Of course not. You find the root of the problem.
You find the nail, or whatever is causing the problem, to have it removed and have it fixed permanently.
So why aren’t you doing it with your health?
Most of us go to the doctor and get a prescription for pills to fix our chronic problems. We just keep going for the quick fix instead of addressing the root of it.
I can’t say every medical condition is this way, but in many cases ongoing problems like depression and diabetes needs to have the root problem examined.
Chances are you just need to shift your lifestyle. And that doesn’t mean a drastic change to your life. You can start small.
To explain much more than I can, I sat down with the UK's leading doctor, Dr. Rangan Chatterjee.
Dr. Chatterjee is a medical doctor who decided to rethink the way we do medicine. He’s decided that physicians need to be more holistic in their approach to treating patients and help their lifestyle as opposed to just giving them a quick fix.
He has become the star of the hit BBC series Doctor in the House where he analyzes every aspect of people’s lives to help with their illness.
Dr. Chatterjee has made it his goal to simplify the way the average person thinks about healthcare.
He’s divided health into four easy pillars that allow anyone with a chronic disease to retake control of their lives.
Learn the root cause of most chronic diseases, how to let technology empower us, and the key indicator of how well you will age, on Episode 634.
Some Questions I Ask:
Why are people not the best they can be? (5:38)
You said a disease is an illusion, why is that? (10:16)
What’s usually the root cause of people’s chronic disease? (21:17)
It’s important to build muscle mass? (33:48)
How come medical school isn’t teaching the two most important things to change someone’s health? (39:24)
Is there anything in your health that’s lacking? (50:00)
When’s the last time you meditated? (52:03)
Are you doing a digital detox at night? (54:11)
What’s your biggest fear as a human? (1:01:32)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
Why people eat so much fast food (9:02)
The boy that made Rangan reevaluate the medical industry (14:03)
Rangan’s first pillar of health (23:54)
What the world was like before technology (28:54)
Rangan’s new medical course (42:31)
What Med schools should be looking for (48:26)
The next thing Rangan needs to work on (53:17)
Plus much, much more

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“CULTIVATE PEOPLE AROUND YOU WHO ARE NOT AFRAID TO TELL YOU YOU THE TRUTH.”
Whether you want to admit it or not, you have an ego. Everyone does.
We tend to put a bad connotation on it, but in truth a little ego is healthy. Ego can be confidence about yourself and what you do.
It can be a challenge if you become successful, because people become afraid of telling you the truth and pointing out your flaws.
To keep growing, however, you must surround yourself with people who aren’t afraid to tell you the uncomfortable truths in a polite way.
And if you truly respect someone with power over you, you’ll do the same.
To go deeper into this, I am bringing back a strong segment from a previous episode with Ryan Holiday.
Ryan is a writer and media strategist. When he was 19 years old, he dropped out of college to apprentice under Robert Greene, author of The 48 Laws of Power.
He went on to become the director of marketing for American Apparel. His creative agency, Brass Check, has advised clients like Google, TASER, and Complex, as well as many prominent bestselling authors, including Neil Strauss, Tony Robbins and Tim Ferriss (and me).
He has worked with huge egos in his career, but what I love about Ryan is his willingness to take on his own ego as well.
Learn how to control your ego and help those around you on Episode 633.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
The spectrum of Ego (00:54)
Where confidence comes from (1:33)
How to continue your growth (3:02)
When people stop listening to the truth they need to hear (3:32)
How to tell powerful people the truth (5:18)
What to do when you’re right (5:48)
Plus much more...

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“WHAT HAPPEN IF I WERE TO LIVE MY LIFE WITH NO EXCUSE?”
When I was injured as a pro athlete I felt I had really lost myself. I felt like my identity was stripped away from me.
I began comparing myself to my past -- to what I could have been. I doubted my entire future.
Chances are you’ve been through something similar. Maybe it was the loss of a job. Maybe you lost someone you depended on emotionally.
I eventually came to a realization. I could continue down this self destructive path, feeling like a helpless victim in a cruel world, or I could take my destiny into my own hands.
In the end, I decided to have faith that maybe this happened for a greater cause. I felt like maybe I was meant for something else. Something more important.
On this episode of The School of Greatness, I had the chance to sit down with someone who knows a lot about having to reinvent themselves: Jay Williams.
If you aren’t familiar with Jay Williams, he’s a former NBA pro. He came from a home that was surrounded by abusive relationships. When he was drafted at a young age, he didn’t know how to handle the fame and money.
His ego got in the way, and he ended up in a motorcycle accident and put his career on hold.
After a long recovery and massive amounts of physical therapy, he wound up back on the court only to suffer from injuries again. And again.
He came to the same cross road: either stay a victim and fall into a life of extreme hardship or take it as a sign he was meant for something else.
Today, Jay Williams is a television personality, motivational speaker, and successful businessman.
He says that his life, the parts that he values the most, started after his accident.
Hear all about his inspirational journey and why it's worth it to believe life happens for a reason, on Episode 632.
Some Questions I Ask:
What would make this the most powerful interview you’ve ever done? (5:40)
What’s your biggest vulnerability? (7:24)
Is there anything you’re still suppressing? (12:38)
How did your father handle working for you? (16:04)
What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned from your father? (18:47)
You felt like there was less of a team in the pro league? (24:04)
Did you get back on the court for a little bit? (29:12)
What was it like when everyone felt entitled to your money? (48:32)
Why couldn’t you have a conversation with your fiance about everything that was going on? (56:09)
Have you ever tried to facilitate communication between your parents? (1:01:28)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
The beginnings of his family (6:23)
The one lesson Jay would teach his future child (11:11)
The abuse he witnessed as a child (14:53)
His relationship with his father today (16:55)
Jay’s motorcycle accident (21:28)
How the people around him influenced his change (27:28)
What an advisory board is (40:07)
Why some people can’t escape their past identities (48:56)
How he was able to successfully shift his career (52:10)
What he wishes his dad would say to him that he hasn’t (58:32)
How he is going to manage his busy schedule and his family life (1:04:08)

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"Just because hate feels justified doesn't mean it's justifiable." - Sally Kohn
Let's be honest: we've all done things we regret.
They may have been when we were kids or adults. They may have affected just ourselves or many people around us. But it's likely we remember doing them because we regret them.
This is something that's not easy to talk about.
But there's something really valuable in recognizing the parts of ourselves that are capable of doing things we regret.
I recently met a woman who gave a TED talk (and has now written a book) about this exact topic.
Sally Kohn is a CNN commentator who has attracted huge amounts of haters during her career as a political speaker.
As our society has gotten more divided, hate seems to be taking over a lot of actions and discussions.
So Sally decided to do a deep dive study on why we hate and what the opposite of that is.
She talked to her own haters, she traveled to countries that have experienced genocides, and she discussed the psychological pieces of what's going on.
This was a powerful conversation about a topic that isn't always easy to discuss. I really appreciated Sally's willingness and honesty in discussing how we can each shift our habits out of hate and bias and into open-mindedness and respect.
No matter what you've been through or what you believe, I know there's something valuable to learn for all of us in Episode 631.
Some questions I ask:
Do we believe our friend group or the media more? (9:50)
How do we start thinking differently about people [versus relying on bias]? (13:10)
Why did you start working for Fox News with your point of view? (19:30)
How much bullying is happening today in schools? (30:22)
How do we start to repair our habits around how we treat each other? (37:03)
In this episode you will learn:
What getting hate mail taught Sally about her own ability to be mean (3:05)
The difference between our brain's hardware and its software (8:15)
What happens when we wear "masks" to hide our true identity (18:50)
Why it's important to talk to people who believe differently than you do (21:45)
How mass atrocities can happen (and be avoided) (27:20)
Why we don't usually see ourselves as the starters of hate (38:37)
How to forgive and understand haters (40:15)
Plus much more...

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"I am not my past, I am not my future. This is the only place I am able to express my will.”
Do you ever have those moments when you replay a certain event in your mind over and over?
It becomes so real, it’s almost like you are there.
You start thinking, “What could I have done differently? Does this make me a bad person? Could I have handled things better?”
I know when this happens I start judging myself. I become my worst critic, obsessing over how I lost my temper here or the person I hurt there.
Ultimately, these moments don’t define us. What does define us is right now.
What we do at this moment is who we are, and as long as we learned from our mistakes we shouldn’t judge ourselves.
We need to forgive ourselves and stop the emotional punishment.
To go more into this I wanted to bring you a clip from Don Miguel Ruiz Jr. for this episode of 5 Minute Friday.
Don Miguel is a master of transformation, and he shares so much wisdom about forgiveness and moving forward with life on Episode 630.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
Why people judge themselves so harshly (00:47)
What it means to forgive yourself (1:23)
How we reward and punish ourselves (1:40)
The illusion of our expectations (2:38)
How to forgive yourself (3:28)

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“It’s not what happens to you that defines who you are, it’s ultimately your decisions.” - Elizabeth Smart
There are a lot of heartbreaking things that happen in this world. I’m sure you have your own stories.
Being a victim doesn’t end with the event. It continues on for a lifetime.
In the end, you have no control over what happened to you. There’s no going back. What you do have control over is the decisions you make on the other side -- how you let these tragedies affect you.
You need to not only stay strong but also learn to forgive.
When I say this, I say it from personal experience. I have gone through abuse when I was younger, and I understand how it can disrupt you to your core.
But forgiveness isn’t for them. It’s for you. Forgiveness doesn’t mean what happened is ok. It doesn’t mean you let go of what happened and consider everything to be just fine. It doesn’t eliminate what happened.
Forgiveness is about allowing yourself to move forward as a better person. It’s about growing, rather than letting these events disrupt your life anymore. It’s about becoming stronger and learning from the situation to help others.
There is no one who knows this better than today’s guest on The School of Greatness: Elizabeth Smart.
If you haven’t heard of Elizabeth Smart, she was kidnapped by complete strangers at the age of 14 and held captive for 9 months. She endured nearly every terrible thing you can imagine.
Today, Elizabeth is a NYT best-selling author and has dedicated her life to bringing empowerment to survivors and awareness to these crimes.
On this episode, we discuss the biggest lessons she’s learned about forgiveness, her definition of hope, the importance of owning your story, and the biggest lesson she learned from her captors.
Discover all of that and much more, on Episode 629.
What’s been the biggest lesson about forgiveness for you? (6:23)
If you could go back to that day would you wish it didn’t happen, or do you feel like you’re better off because of what you learned? (10:42)
What was the feeling when you saw your family for the first time? (12:32)
Do you feel like you’re still healing today? (16:20)
What if you feel there is no hope? (17:32)
Does someone who commits these crimes have no hope for a meaningful life? (19:26)
Is there anything that you’ve given up hope on? (25:03)
Do you believe in people? (27:42)
What’s the reason to keep going when things are dark? (29:18)
If what we go through doesn’t define us, what does define us? (32:09)
How long it took Elizabeth to forgive and move on (9:46)
The biggest fear for Elizabeth during her abduction (12:00)
What gave her hope while being held captive (14:13)
Her definition of hope now (16:46)
The difference between a collective community having hope and a single person having hope (24:38)
How people can be more educated to not commit these crimes (25:52)
What Elizabeth wishes more people would do about owning our own stories (28:12)
The biggest lesson that she learned from her captors (29:35)
Plus much more...

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We often equate productivity with grueling hard work and relentless effort, but Ali Abdaal is about to flip that script. In Feel-Good Productivity, he reveals a refreshing and uplifting approach to success, one that's rooted in joy and well-being rather than stress and grind.

Ali Abdaal is a former doctor turned YouTuber, podcaster, entrepreneur and author. He's been creating YouTube videos for over 7 years and has a following of almost 5 million. Ali became intrigued by the science of productivity while juggling the demands of medical training at Cambridge University with building his business. While working as a doctor in the UK's National Health Service, Ali started to document his journey towards living a healthier, happier, more productive life online. In the years since, Ali's evidence-based videos, podcasts and articles about the human mind have reached hundreds of millions of people all around the world.

Buy his new book, Feel-Good Productivity: How to Do More of What Matters to You

In this episode you will learn

• A fun mindset shift to tackle stress and anxiety.
• How to maximize productivity while passive income streams work for you.
• The crucial distinction between true productivity and the trap of "hustle culture."
• How feeling good is essential for productivity, even when tackling draining tasks.
• The power of giving yourself permission to be distracted and its positive impact on productivity.

At the beginning of this interview, Ali mentions the last time he was on the show, the discussion he had with Lewis forever changed his life and career trajectory. You can listen to that special interview here - https://link.chtbl.com/1158-pod

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Alex Hormozi: https://link.chtbl.com/1522-pod

Jaspreet Singh: https://link.chtbl.com/1411-pod

Rory Vaden: https://link.chtbl.com/1148-pod

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“MORE AND MORE PEOPLE ARE THINKING TOO MUCH AND FEELING ENOUGH.”
There is a certain art that I feel had been lost over the years in this country, and you may have noticed it too. It’s the art of seduction.
Let me make one thing clear, when I say seduction I don’t mean unwanted flirting. I don’t mean trying to manipulate someone. True seduction is a lore more than that.
Seduction is about selflessly making other people feel good about themselves. Their bodies, their personalities, and everything about them.
It’s also about being aware of your own body. Owning it, being proud of it, and listening to it.
In America we spend so much time on our phones, we’ve lost that seduction between each other. This is a topic that my guest today, Chen Lizra, is an expert on.
Chen Lizra had a wildly successful Ted Talk on the power of seduction. She’s also an award winning entrepreneur, best-selling author, and a professional dancer.
She learned all about the power of seduction while living in Cuba, where she was deeply inspired by the culture of body confidence there. She was able to see how people were able to really connect with each other, lift each other up, and make a true connection with their bodies.
As a result, she has developed a powerful method of teaching body-awareness called somatic intelligence.
I was fascinated during this conversation as she explained (and demonstrated) these principles and how they impact our relationships, our opportunities, and our self-confidence.
Learn all about the power of seduction in our everyday lives, on Episode 628.
Some Questions I Ask:
In your Ted Talk you mention children are taught in America to be more closed off, is that right? (5:20)
What career were you in before this? (9:10)
How long were you an animator for? (11:12)
When did your vision come together? (21:51)
How long were you in Cuba? (25:03)
What happens when we rediscover our natural sensuality? (26:48)
How do you use seduction without crossing people’s boundaries? (35:16)
How do we know if we’ve disconnected from our body? (45:04)
What’s the difference between sexuality and sensuality? (49:42)
How do we cultivate charm? (51:44)
How do we balance masculinity and femininity? (59:38)
Are you in a relationship now? (1:06:24)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
The common misconception about seduction (7:35)
What Chen decided to do after her awakening (10:24)
How she learned about seduction in Cuba (18:12)
What Cuba has in their culture that allowed her to free herself from trauma (22:41)
When and why we started to lose the connection with our bodies (25:16)
How having elegance calms nerves (30:12)
How men can connect more without crossing boundaries (41:47)
How we can learn to listen to our bodies (45:58)
How a man be more sensual to attract a female partner (50:47)
What Chen has to say to people that feel vulnerability and sensuality is weakness (56:18)
How her arm injury was a result of not opening up emotionally (1:07:42)
Plus much, much more

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LOOK FOR SOMETHING TO BE GRATEFUL FOR EVERY DAY.
Finding what makes you passionate is something a lot of people struggle with.
We all want to find that thing in life that we are excited to do -- the drive that makes us want to wake up early because we can’t wait to get started.
When you find the energy that your passion creates, it’s your duty to share it with everyone around you.
That’s when you’ll make a real impact and people will remember you. Take care of them, and they’ll end up taking care of you one day.
To go more in depth about the importance of living your passion, I wanted to bring back an episode with Steve Cook for this week’s 5 Minute Friday.
Steve is one of the most recognizable faces in fitness today. He’s an IFBB Pro Men’s Physique Competitor, and spokesmodel for Optimum Nutrition and Bodybuilding.
Learn how you can make an impact and inspire the world (and yourself) on Episode 627.

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