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Self-Improvement

Self-Improvement

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The Importance of Asking Why
The importance of asking "why" when deciding what you want to do with your life is emphasized in this podcast.
00:00 - 01:23 (01:23)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The importance of asking "why" when deciding what you want to do with your life is emphasized in this podcast. Many people, including children, may not actually know what they want in life, and thus it is important to question underlying motivations.

Episode
Moment 92 - How To Find Out EXACTLY What You Want To Do In Life: Mark Manson
Podcast
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The Power of Kindness and Humanity
The speaker reflects on the admirable qualities of certain individuals who demonstrate kindness, generosity, and humanity.
34:44 - 38:52 (04:07)
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Self-Improvement
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The speaker reflects on the admirable qualities of certain individuals who demonstrate kindness, generosity, and humanity.

Episode
Julia Gets Wise with Jane Fonda
Podcast
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Don't Let Others Define Your Beauty
Feeling ugly is often a result of lacking perspective as everyone has traits that are attractive to some and unattractive to others.
16:52 - 21:48 (04:55)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

Feeling ugly is often a result of lacking perspective as everyone has traits that are attractive to some and unattractive to others. Instead of relying on someone else's opinion of your beauty, take care of yourself and seek out alternative perspectives to appreciate your unique qualities.

Episode
71. Things To Stop Saying To Yourself
Podcast
Aware & Aggravated
Exploring the Relationship Between Our Brains and Our Experiences
This podcast tackles unusual questions to help us better understand our lives and realities.
26:40 - 30:31 (03:50)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

This podcast tackles unusual questions to help us better understand our lives and realities. Guests share their personal stories, the tools they used, and influential people and books that made a difference in their lives.

Episode
Selects: Waterbeds: The Sexiest Bed?
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know
Finding Your Authentic Self
Learn how being authentic can lead to a happier life and attract better opportunities.
33:59 - 39:10 (05:11)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

Learn how being authentic can lead to a happier life and attract better opportunities. Remember that finding your authentic self is a journey that takes time.

Episode
67. Embracing your authentic self
Podcast
The Psychology of your 20’s
The Power of Doing Something Different
In this episode, the importance of doing something different and going outside of one's comfort zone is discussed, citing various experiments and studies on human behavior.
39:03 - 47:39 (08:35)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

In this episode, the importance of doing something different and going outside of one's comfort zone is discussed, citing various experiments and studies on human behavior. The speaker encourages listeners to do their own "deviant for a day" experiment to gain new perspectives and challenge themselves.

Episode
#233: Cory Booker -- Street Fights, 10-Day Hunger Strikes, and Creative Problem-Solving
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
Applying Theme Park Strategy to Life Skills
The podcast explores the idea of applying the theming strategy of theme parks to personal and professional skill development.
45:28 - 48:21 (02:53)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The podcast explores the idea of applying the theming strategy of theme parks to personal and professional skill development.

Episode
#154 - Jason Calacanis - How Does Angel Investing Work?
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
Playing Offense vs. Playing Defense
Mark Metry discusses how playing offense can lead to more creativity and the importance of being a positive influence on others.
17:52 - 18:46 (00:54)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

Mark Metry discusses how playing offense can lead to more creativity and the importance of being a positive influence on others.

Episode
Giving What You Have with Mark Bustos
Podcast
A Bit of Optimism
Flexibility and self-reflection
The speaker shares personal thoughts on the importance of being flexible and how it affects their self-esteem.
33:09 - 36:28 (03:18)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The speaker shares personal thoughts on the importance of being flexible and how it affects their self-esteem. They mention feeling the pressure to look a certain way, but ultimately realize the importance of self-reflection.

Episode
The Hottest Instagrams | 2 Bears, 1 Cave Ep. 165
Podcast
2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
Takeaways and Call-to-Action from Lewis Howes’ Podcast
Lewis Howes invites listeners to subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share the link while providing a quote from Brene Brown on the importance of not selectively numbing emotions.
1:20:55 - 1:22:54 (01:58)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

Lewis Howes invites listeners to subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share the link while providing a quote from Brene Brown on the importance of not selectively numbing emotions.

Episode
1083 How to Heal Your Painful Memories, Thoughts & Beliefs to Create a Greater Future w/Dr. Nicole LePera
Podcast
The School of Greatness
Calling out toxic behavior
A woman recounts a tactic used in Kyrgyzstan called an AJ shame circle as a way to shame bad behavior in front of family and community and advocates for calling out toxic behavior in the US.
1:10:48 - 1:17:45 (06:57)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

A woman recounts a tactic used in Kyrgyzstan called an AJ shame circle as a way to shame bad behavior in front of family and community and advocates for calling out toxic behavior in the US.

Episode
Does Punching Nazis Work? A Conversation From Unite The Right 2.0
Podcast
Behind the Bastards
The Benefits of a Daily Walk
Walking for a short period of time, without the distractions of technology, can allow for space to generate new ideas and thoughts within one's mind.
1:13:10 - 1:21:58 (08:47)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

Walking for a short period of time, without the distractions of technology, can allow for space to generate new ideas and thoughts within one's mind.

Episode
#256: Sahil Bloom – Meeting Billionaires, Writing, & Insecurities
Podcast
The Danny Miranda Podcast
Switching Focus
The speaker suggests that instead of trying to "flip a switch" and suddenly start bodybuilding or building companies, it's more successful to surround oneself with like-minded individuals and gradually transition into the new focus.
2:10:11 - 2:13:13 (03:02)
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Self-Improvement
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The speaker suggests that instead of trying to "flip a switch" and suddenly start bodybuilding or building companies, it's more successful to surround oneself with like-minded individuals and gradually transition into the new focus.

Episode
#351 – MrBeast: Future of YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
Stepping Out of Your Shell
The hosts express the importance of taking action and stepping out of one's shell, regardless of how awkward the execution may be.
1:16:41 - 1:17:13 (00:31)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The hosts express the importance of taking action and stepping out of one's shell, regardless of how awkward the execution may be.

Episode
Dave Portnoy vs The World, Extreme Body Monitoring, The Future of Apparel Retail, "How Much is Pomp Worth?", and More
Podcast
My First Million
Pushing Through and Committing to Your Goals
The process of pushing through obstacles and committing to your goals is not easy but is worth the effort in the end.
28:20 - 35:38 (07:18)
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Self-Improvement
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The process of pushing through obstacles and committing to your goals is not easy but is worth the effort in the end. It is essential to recognize and identify the challenges that arise and to slowly work towards moving your life in a positive direction.

Episode
3 Lessons From One of the Hardest Years of My Life
Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
Overcoming Bad Habits
The podcast discusses different ways to overcome bad habits such as anger, masturbation, drinking and obsessive thoughts.
3:20:38 - 3:23:02 (02:24)
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Self-Improvement
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The podcast discusses different ways to overcome bad habits such as anger, masturbation, drinking and obsessive thoughts.

Episode
#17 Mikal Vega - Navy SEAL / EOD / Call of Duty Director
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
Advice on Moderation in Indulging Vices
The speaker advises listeners to enjoy indulgences like smoking and drinking in moderation, rather than excessively.
1:00:35 - 1:04:47 (04:12)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The speaker advises listeners to enjoy indulgences like smoking and drinking in moderation, rather than excessively. They encourage finding like-minded individuals and communities for support.

Episode
#14 - Mark Normand
Podcast
Stavvy's World
Overcoming Fear of Failure and the Importance of Embracing Mistakes
The fear of failure can hold people back from creating great things, but embracing mistakes can lead to growth and success.
57:37 - 1:01:56 (04:18)
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Self-Improvement
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The fear of failure can hold people back from creating great things, but embracing mistakes can lead to growth and success. The conversation touches on the breadth of knowledge possessed by individuals such as Jim Camera and the sudden thoughts that can derail a conversation.

Episode
"James Cameron"
Podcast
SmartLess
Trusting Your Gut Instinct
The speaker discusses the importance of trusting your gut and following your intuition when making decisions, even if it seems random or odd at first.
26:43 - 30:21 (03:37)
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Self-Improvement
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The speaker discusses the importance of trusting your gut and following your intuition when making decisions, even if it seems random or odd at first.

Episode
73: An Adventure Worth Dying For. Murchison Falls National Park.
Podcast
National Park After Dark
Discussing Good Bad Habits
The hosts discuss their own bad habits that they believe are actually good, such as gossiping.
1:01:00 - 1:04:00 (02:59)
Self-Improvement
Summary

The hosts discuss their own bad habits that they believe are actually good, such as gossiping.

Episode
Good Bad Habits
Podcast
Distractible
The Tim Ferriss Show: Chase Jarvis - Creativity, Education, and What We Can Learn From Disney
Chase Jarvis shares how to stop caring about others' opinions and start taking action towards your goals, even when others might not understand them
12:09 - 19:40 (07:30)
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Self-Improvement
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Chase Jarvis shares how to stop caring about others' opinions and start taking action towards your goals, even when others might not understand them

Episode
10 Lessons I have Learned from the Last 300 Episodes of On Purpose
Podcast
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
Coping with Grief and Self-Realization in Hollywood
The loss of his father motivated this actor to become a better person, realizing that he had lost his way and had pigeonholed himself as the villain on his show.
14:44 - 17:57 (03:12)
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Self-Improvement
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The loss of his father motivated this actor to become a better person, realizing that he had lost his way and had pigeonholed himself as the villain on his show.

Episode
Airports, Karaoke, & The Very First TROLL OF THE WEEK!
Podcast
When Reality Hits with Jax and Brittany
Taking Small Steps to Get Through Tough Times in Life
This podcast episode focuses on the importance of taking small steps during difficult times and how spending time together as a couple can help improve relationships.
2:18:19 - 2:22:37 (04:18)
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Self-Improvement
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This podcast episode focuses on the importance of taking small steps during difficult times and how spending time together as a couple can help improve relationships.

Episode
2 Be Better EP.08
Podcast
2 Be Better
How to Empower Your Language for Improved Self-Talk
Learn how to use language that is true, present tense, and empowering to describe your accomplishments and goals, rather than using language that may trigger skepticism or self-doubt.
16:20 - 19:30 (03:10)
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Self-Improvement
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Learn how to use language that is true, present tense, and empowering to describe your accomplishments and goals, rather than using language that may trigger skepticism or self-doubt.

Episode
Affirmations For Success - Speak Like This Every Day!
Podcast
The Mindset Mentor
Protecting Your Peace: Learning to Value Yourself with Kindness
The host vocalizes about her own personal experiences with people who have not seen her worth and provides advice on how to protect your peace, value yourself, and not allow people to treat you like crap.
25:42 - 28:08 (02:25)
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Self-Improvement
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The host vocalizes about her own personal experiences with people who have not seen her worth and provides advice on how to protect your peace, value yourself, and not allow people to treat you like crap.

Episode
Not everyone is going to like you
Podcast
Date Yourself Instead
The Journey of Self-Improvement
This podcast episode explores the topic of personal development and self-improvement as a lifelong journey and encourages the audience to prioritize their well-being.
54:37 - 1:00:34 (05:57)
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Self-Improvement
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This podcast episode explores the topic of personal development and self-improvement as a lifelong journey and encourages the audience to prioritize their well-being.

Episode
120: Tim Ferriss, Host of 'The Tim Ferriss Show,' Author
Podcast
Ten Percent Happier with Dan Harris
A Rant on Journey Narratives and Manifestation Culture
The speaker expresses frustration with the overuse of "journey" narratives and the belief in manifestation culture, highlighting the superficiality and privilege often associated with these ideas.
05:34 - 10:03 (04:29)
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Self-Improvement
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The speaker expresses frustration with the overuse of "journey" narratives and the belief in manifestation culture, highlighting the superficiality and privilege often associated with these ideas.

Episode
We Manifested This Episode
Podcast
I've Had It
Working on my Resting Face
The speaker discusses how he has been watching previous podcasts and is now actively working on developing different resting faces, instead of making "shit faces".
04:53 - 07:39 (02:45)
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Self-Improvement
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The speaker discusses how he has been watching previous podcasts and is now actively working on developing different resting faces, instead of making "shit faces".

Episode
David Dobrik Returns to the Internet to Talk Shark Attacks and the Illuminati
Podcast
Howie Mandel Does Stuff Podcast
Insensitive Language and Closet Cleaning
The host discusses how using insensitive language towards others can be hurtful.
30:55 - 36:25 (05:29)
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Self-Improvement
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The host discusses how using insensitive language towards others can be hurtful. He also talks about cleaning his closet for charity and feeling guilty about the amount of stuff he has collected over the years.

Episode
Ep 387 - Promise Me (feat. Ryan Long)
Podcast
Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast
Overcoming Defeat and Setting Realistic Expectations
The road to recovery and victory lies in having the strength to get up off the mat and start planning your next move.
29:47 - 36:56 (07:08)
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Self-Improvement
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The road to recovery and victory lies in having the strength to get up off the mat and start planning your next move. Setting extremely high expectations of standard performance is not natural for the majority of people.

Episode
#106 The Score Takes Care of Itself: My Philosophy of Leadership
Podcast
Founders
Mixed Messages on Self-Improvement
The speaker discusses the contradictions in self-improvement advice, such as being told to prioritize people in your life while being told to prioritize oneself above all else.
15:24 - 19:30 (04:05)
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Self-Improvement
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The speaker discusses the contradictions in self-improvement advice, such as being told to prioritize people in your life while being told to prioritize oneself above all else.

Episode
Rachel Hollis Part 2: Girl, Start Apologizing
Podcast
Maintenance Phase