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Self-Improvement

Self-Improvement

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Setting Standards for Yourself
It's important to set standards and requirements for yourself for what it takes to access you instead of entertaining too many people who only reflect one type of value.
28:25 - 32:38 (04:13)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

It's important to set standards and requirements for yourself for what it takes to access you instead of entertaining too many people who only reflect one type of value. Hooking up with a bunch of people doesn't mean you don't value yourself.

Episode
40. Hookup Culture
Podcast
Aware & Aggravated
Advice to My 40-Year-Old Self
In this podcast, the speaker shares advice he would give himself at 40, including to calm down, pay attention to family, stay young in the body, and make tough business decisions.
2:15:12 - 2:20:47 (05:35)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

In this podcast, the speaker shares advice he would give himself at 40, including to calm down, pay attention to family, stay young in the body, and make tough business decisions.

Episode
#124: Jamie Foxx on Workout Routines, Success Habits, and Untold Hollywood Stories
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
Dealing with Being Mocked in Public
The speaker talks about the experience of being mocked, how it feels and how to deal with it.
12:23 - 16:21 (03:58)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The speaker talks about the experience of being mocked, how it feels and how to deal with it.

Episode
Ep. 95 | 2 Bears 1 Cave w/ Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
Podcast
2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
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
Summary

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
Nomenclature and Victim Mentality
The speaker discusses their lack of knowledge about guns and how they used to have a victim mentality.
4:01:05 - 4:04:54 (03:49)
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Self-Improvement
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The speaker discusses their lack of knowledge about guns and how they used to have a victim mentality.

Episode
#43 Eddie Penney - SEAL Team 6/DEVGRU Operator
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
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
Forward Steps and Paradise Islands
The podcast discusses taking steps forward in life, making sacrifices in the present to achieve future goals, and the beauty of Koh Tao island.
16:39 - 20:22 (03:43)
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Self-Improvement
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The podcast discusses taking steps forward in life, making sacrifices in the present to achieve future goals, and the beauty of Koh Tao island. They also joke about people who walk backwards on hikes.

Episode
Part Two: Rodrigo Duterte: The Hitler of the Philippines
Podcast
Behind the Bastards
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
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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
Learning Scientifically About Goals and Priorities
Understanding the science behind goals and priorities can help individuals make choices to improve their lives rather than feeling helpless to external causes such as genetic predisposition.
25:11 - 34:10 (08:59)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

Understanding the science behind goals and priorities can help individuals make choices to improve their lives rather than feeling helpless to external causes such as genetic predisposition.

Episode
#366 - Dr Clay Routledge - A Psychologist's Tips To Find Meaning
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
Using Social Pressure to Accomplish Goals
Social pressure can be helpful in achieving goals as publicly stating intentions can instill a sense of pressure to succeed.
1:04:22 - 1:09:35 (05:13)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

Social pressure can be helpful in achieving goals as publicly stating intentions can instill a sense of pressure to succeed. This can lead to using this pressure to propel oneself towards a goal instead of shying away from caring about what others think.

Episode
The Business of Strip Clubs, Black Friday Boycott, and Three Twitter Scenarios
Podcast
My First Million
Reassessment and Intellectual Resistance
In this conversation, the speaker discusses the story of an older man who climbed all the Munro's and how it's made him reassess his thinking around sound.
1:36:46 - 1:40:34 (03:48)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

In this conversation, the speaker discusses the story of an older man who climbed all the Munro's and how it's made him reassess his thinking around sound. He also talks about how he's resisted doing things that he knows are intellectually good for him.

Episode
E180: The Speaking Expert: How To Speak So Everyone Hears You: Julian Treasure
Podcast
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The Power of Curiosity and Meditation
The host discusses the value of batch questions in podcast interviews and how practicing meditation can cultivate curiosity about oneself and the world.
00:00 - 02:29 (02:29)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The host discusses the value of batch questions in podcast interviews and how practicing meditation can cultivate curiosity about oneself and the world.

Episode
#231: How To Ask Better Questions (ft. Dan Go)
Podcast
The Danny Miranda Podcast
Recognizing the Power of Our Words
The spoken word has power and it can affect our lives positively or negatively.
38:35 - 43:45 (05:10)
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Self-Improvement
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The spoken word has power and it can affect our lives positively or negatively. It is important to be aware of the words we use and recognize their impact on our mental state and those around us.

Episode
877 Navy Seal Mindset for Living Your Best Life with Chadd Wright
Podcast
The School of Greatness
Reconstructing Brian's Understanding of Reality
After experiencing intense physical pain while hiking and measuring his blood oxygen levels at 50 percent, Brian decided to reconstruct his understanding of reality and go after what he truly wants.
2:23:40 - 2:27:36 (03:56)
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Self-Improvement
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After experiencing intense physical pain while hiking and measuring his blood oxygen levels at 50 percent, Brian decided to reconstruct his understanding of reality and go after what he truly wants.

Episode
#186 – Bryan Johnson: Kernel Brain-Computer Interfaces
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
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
Overcoming Depletion and Stress
When feeling depleted and stressed, stay focused on your future goals and take pride in acting in alignment with your values, even when it's difficult.
35:58 - 43:30 (07:32)
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Self-Improvement
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When feeling depleted and stressed, stay focused on your future goals and take pride in acting in alignment with your values, even when it's difficult. Remember that the return on investment for overcoming challenges is feeling proud of yourself.

Episode
How to Let Go: 2 Simple Ways to Find Clarity & Move On
Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
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
Self-Awareness and Self-Improvement
The hosts discuss self-awareness and how everyone has something they wish they could change about themselves, which becomes apparent during our formative years.
52:46 - 54:51 (02:04)
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Self-Improvement
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The hosts discuss self-awareness and how everyone has something they wish they could change about themselves, which becomes apparent during our formative years.

Episode
Our Firsts
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
Using your power for good in your 20s
A young person reflects on the education they received and feels compelled to use their power to benefit future generations.
56:58 - 1:00:39 (03:41)
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Self-Improvement
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A young person reflects on the education they received and feels compelled to use their power to benefit future generations. This is a common theme in one's 20s.

Episode
5. Let’s Get Friendly with Phoebe - emotional labour, high integrative complexity and boundaries
Podcast
The Psychology of your 20’s
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
Summary

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
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
The Benefits of Learning From Other People's Mistakes
This episode emphasizes the importance of learning from other people's mistakes in different aspects of life, from becoming a master in a certain field to avoiding harmful life decisions, like drug addiction.
15:58 - 19:28 (03:29)
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Self-Improvement
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This episode emphasizes the importance of learning from other people's mistakes in different aspects of life, from becoming a master in a certain field to avoiding harmful life decisions, like drug addiction.

Episode
2 Be Better EP.09 (This is dope)
Podcast
2 Be Better
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
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
Surrounding Yourself with Supportive People
It's important to surround yourself with people who genuinely care about you, want to see you succeed, and lift you up when you're feeling down, instead of those who are jealous or unsupportive.
01:24 - 07:42 (06:17)
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Self-Improvement
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It's important to surround yourself with people who genuinely care about you, want to see you succeed, and lift you up when you're feeling down, instead of those who are jealous or unsupportive. Whether it's through friends or partners, finding this support can make all the difference in becoming the best version of yourself.

Episode
Going through a breakup? Here's the ultimate best friend pep talk
Podcast
Date Yourself Instead
The Importance of Flexing and Celebrating One's Accomplishments
The speaker reflects on how she always downplays her accomplishments and life due to her background and emphasizes the need for people who look like her to celebrate their success.
16:44 - 19:08 (02:23)
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Self-Improvement
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The speaker reflects on how she always downplays her accomplishments and life due to her background and emphasizes the need for people who look like her to celebrate their success. She shares her personal experience at a fancy resort where she was the only one who looked like her.

Episode
Howie Considers Lilly Singh to be the GOLDEN BUZZER of Canada's Got Talent Judges
Podcast
Howie Mandel Does Stuff Podcast