Venture capitalist, Rick Elias, shares his experience of being on the US Airways Airbus that landed on the Hudson River and how it transformed him.
This podcast discusses the relationship between how zealous someone is about a cause and how dysfunctional their own life is, with a specific focus on dating situations where rejection can lead to personal reflection.
Embracing challenging activities, such as training hard or learning a difficult skill, can have benefits beyond just physical results. Learning to enjoy the process of hard work can build confidence and provide a sense of fulfillment.
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the hidden pain and struggles people face despite appearances, and the fundamental nature of life on Earth. He also touches on the conflict between the mind and heart.
In this episode, the host discusses how to level up and make continuous improvements by altering your sense of what is normal and raising your threshold for what you think is acceptable. She gives examples and breaks down the concept to help listeners understand how to implement it in their own lives.
In this episode, Shankar Vedantam explores the concept of future selves, and how our present selves often make decisions that our future selves may not agree with. He suggests that we should be proactive in crafting the person we want to become in the future.
The hosts share a story about how former NFL player Warren Sapp helped them change their behavior in a men's locker room.
Author and comedian Sara Benincasa discusses the power of complaining and the benefits it can have on personal growth. She also shares her own experiences with being told not to be a "funny girl".
The speaker shares how they helped a young man named Joshua, who was in need of a job but didn't have much construction experience, by offering him work to clean and organize job sites.
In this podcast, unusual questions about life and reality are tackled in order to better understand the human experience. Real-life stories and tools are shared to inspire listeners to make a difference in their lives.
The speaker shares his personal insights and experiences about hustling towards success, and how every sentence is packed with a fact like a really good historical book.
In a conversation about personal growth and self-discovery, the speaker reflects on the importance of knowing oneself as well as the impact of gender on personal experiences, including how her book has been received.
Martha Beck, an author known for her teachings on integrity, is releasing a new book next year. Her integrity has had a profound impact on those who know her, including the speaker who credits her with learning to live with integrity and respect towards others.
The host discusses with the guest how their early life experiences shaped them into the person they are today, including their self-belief, desire to prove others wrong, and perspective on the world.
The host plans to share personal stories and struggles in an effort to provide additional content to their listeners.
In this podcast, the speaker reflects on the evolution of a person's confidence building and empathetic behaviours, after knowing him for 15 years. The speaker admires the level of maturity and willingness to resolve conflicts and grow, while building up their confidence and empathy along the way.
The speaker talks about not accusing someone even when they have reason to, because of the hurt it can cause. They also mention being a good fighter in the past.
The speaker discusses how personal, private sins may hurt not only oneself but also others, and how the pursuit of virtue can help to mitigate this impact.
In this podcast episode, Edie Weinstein shares her inspiring story of overcoming tragedy and turning it into a victory. She discusses how to view life's challenges as opportunities, how to question authority, and not allow oneself to be poisoned or brainwashed.
The speaker discusses the impact of irrational beliefs instilled in poverty areas and the process of overcoming them through personal growth and development, particularly during incarceration.
The speaker shares advice on how to support a friend going through personal changes. It's important to approach the situation with support and guidance, rather than scolding or pressure.
A discussion about the doubts of success of individuals and how they can overcome it through hard work and dedication.
A discussion on the potential evolution of a person's beliefs and values throughout their life and how it might be perceived by future generations.
The hosts discuss their personal changes since their first year of college and discuss the idea of tapping into their inner child to understand those changes.
A reflection on the philosophy of lifelong learning and continuous evolution, inspired by a master of art who devoted his life to constant growth and development.
The speaker discusses working hard to earn gas money in their teenage years, as they were about to graduate high school and pay for everything on their own.
Jay Shetty emphasizes the importance of taking time off to learn and serve, because movies have the power to shift culture and conversation, and spending time with teachers and seeking knowledge can bring wisdom to life.
This podcast episode discusses how the need to be liked by everyone can be detrimental and ultimately, how to overcome it. It also touches on how the COVID-19 pandemic has shifted the default behavior to staying home.
The speaker talks about feeling like they are in a better place after losing their father and reflecting on their personal struggles, while acknowledging that they are not perfect but always striving to improve.
The notion of a midlife crisis is antiquated - in this episode, host discusses why he prefers the idea of a midlife assessment.
Reflecting on personal experiences and societal conflicts, the speaker emphasizes the importance of allowing oneself to feel pain as a catalyst for personal growth and social change.
Jason drops out of high school after realizing his new one is more advanced, and shortly after meets a woman who turns his life around.
This podcast episode discusses the influence of the words we use in our lives, how they can affect our thoughts and behaviors, and ultimately impact our successes and failures.
The speaker discusses the envy of individuals who were able to find their passion early on in life and achieve success, while many others struggle to figure out their path. They also mention the concept of renting out space to other independent operators.
Overcoming a difficult challenge can provide a tangible sense of accomplishment, even when progress is not immediately visible. The satisfaction of enduring and triumphing over adversity is a valuable aspect of personal growth.
The speaker reflects on the differences between her 20s and 30s, acknowledging the uncertainty of early 20s and the financial stability that comes with being in your 30s.
The host discusses her experience of being bullied in a sorority during her time at the University of Oregon, how it shaped her into the person she is today, and highlights the importance of standing up for oneself.
The speaker discusses their journey towards self-improvement in terms of appearance and personal issues, using humor as a way to cope. They express gratitude towards their family and friends and thank a guest for joining them.
Retreats can empower individuals to make different choices and perspective changes. Even though initially retreats may be viewed as a crazy fantasy, many individuals have been positively impacted by taking part in them.
The speaker makes some personal admissions about his life, including being fired and stealing from an employer, and reflects on the importance of talking with someone he trusts about difficult thoughts and feelings.
The guest speaker talks about the impact media training had on their life and how they struggled with balancing their self-image with the external perception of others.
Learn the value of doing the opposite when it comes to lying, negative self-talk, and negative behavior patterns in this episode.
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the importance of trusting your intuition and continuing to learn and grow in all areas of life. They welcome comments and questions from listeners as they navigate their own paths.
Discussing personal growth, the speaker reflects on how they have learned from past mistakes and are more self-aware, calling out problematic behavior and taking feedback more seriously.
In this snippet, the speaker talks about the importance of continuing to ask new questions and explore new themes in life, and how this becomes a challenge as one gets older. They also mention the perspective gained by those in high-stress professions like MMA fighters and military operatives.
The speaker acknowledges that although having supportive parents helped her, the world can still dim our light from time to time. She encourages listeners to navigate life's uncertainties and continue to let their light shine.
The speaker highlights how people tend to be like mental rockets, just flying to the atmosphere once they get an idea. He suggests that individuals should focus on their personal farms like the Roman guys who could be lords or dictators but chose to go to their farms.
