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Self-Improvement

Self-Improvement

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Inspiration from Tom Brady and Striving for 1% Improvement
In this podcast, the speaker shares his admiration for individuals like Tom Brady who strive for greatness and an ongoing pursuit of self-improvement.
49:26 - 54:40 (05:13)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

In this podcast, the speaker shares his admiration for individuals like Tom Brady who strive for greatness and an ongoing pursuit of self-improvement. The speaker urges listeners to ask better questions of themselves and strive for 1% improvement every day.

Episode
#321: Chris Van Vliet – Uncovering Greatness Through Conversations
Podcast
The Danny Miranda Podcast
Experimenting on Life with Tim Ferriss
Tim Ferriss discusses the benefits of experimenting on your own life, even if you're not writing a book, and how framing something as an experiment can allow for trying something unusual or uncommon without fear of judgment.
1:38:36 - 1:45:06 (06:30)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

Tim Ferriss discusses the benefits of experimenting on your own life, even if you're not writing a book, and how framing something as an experiment can allow for trying something unusual or uncommon without fear of judgment.

Episode
#211: A.J. Jacobs: Self-Experimenter Extraordinaire
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The Importance of Giving: Finding the Balance Between Love and Martyrdom
Host discusses the delicate balance between helping others and martyrdom, and emphasizes the importance of maintaining boundaries to ensure that we are not dragged to a place we do not want to go.
02:19 - 07:24 (05:04)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

Host discusses the delicate balance between helping others and martyrdom, and emphasizes the importance of maintaining boundaries to ensure that we are not dragged to a place we do not want to go.

Episode
Down A Rabbit Hole with Seth Godin
Podcast
A Bit of Optimism
The Marcus Butler Podcast: Goal Setting & Dealing with Anxiety
Marcus Butler discusses the importance of setting achievable goals and dealing with anxiety.
58:44 - 1:02:15 (03:30)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

Marcus Butler discusses the importance of setting achievable goals and dealing with anxiety. He also shares his worries about money and the future.

Episode
#205 - James Smith - How To Design A Life You Love
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
Overcoming Fear and Trying Something New
The speaker shares her experience of overcoming her fear of trying new things by taking a surf lesson during her vacation.
02:01 - 04:10 (02:09)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The speaker shares her experience of overcoming her fear of trying new things by taking a surf lesson during her vacation.

Episode
Bears Guide To Life | 2 Bears, 1 Cave Ep. 171
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
Overcoming Obstacles
The speaker discusses their belief that things happen for a reason and that meaningful achievements are earned by overcoming obstacles.
11:22 - 16:09 (04:47)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The speaker discusses their belief that things happen for a reason and that meaningful achievements are earned by overcoming obstacles.

Episode
43. Tired of Being Strong
Podcast
Aware & Aggravated
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
Summary

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
Unbelievable Real Life Stories
Listen to real life stories and the tools, books, and people that helped shape them to make a difference in your own life.
37:50 - 42:57 (05:07)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

Listen to real life stories and the tools, books, and people that helped shape them to make a difference in your own life. Some stories may seem too crazy to be true, but they just might be.

Episode
The First Road Trip
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know
The Importance of Consistency
The things you do when no one else is watching are the ones that ultimately matter, and this includes staying consistent even when it's hard.
27:42 - 33:57 (06:15)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The things you do when no one else is watching are the ones that ultimately matter, and this includes staying consistent even when it's hard.

Episode
Brainstorming The Best Business Ideas To Start In 2022 with Noah Kagan
Podcast
My First Million
The Power of Listening to Your Inner Voice
The speaker talks about the importance of listening to your inner voice and not getting defensive.
1:28:42 - 1:33:11 (04:28)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The speaker talks about the importance of listening to your inner voice and not getting defensive. They mention a resource that can help people find their true self and align better with their internal voice, especially in a society dominated by men.

Episode
E184: World Leading Life Coach: 3 Steps To Figuring Out ANYTHING You Want: Marie Forleo
Podcast
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Accessing a Life of Seeking and Learning
The guest explains how having too many fixed beliefs can block the natural curiosity and seeking that humans have, and encourages listeners to write down three truths they have learned from their life experiences.
46:36 - 52:27 (05:51)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The guest explains how having too many fixed beliefs can block the natural curiosity and seeking that humans have, and encourages listeners to write down three truths they have learned from their life experiences. The episode also touches on offering free resources for frontline workers during COVID-19.

Episode
965 Sadhguru on Creating Happiness & Ending Personal Suffering
Podcast
The School of Greatness
Living a Driven Life
The host discusses the perception that some people are always driven to go after their goals, even if it means sacrificing rest, and talks about the need to have perspective.
45:02 - 47:52 (02:49)
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Self-Improvement
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The host discusses the perception that some people are always driven to go after their goals, even if it means sacrificing rest, and talks about the need to have perspective.

Episode
"James Cameron"
Podcast
SmartLess
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
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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
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
Summary

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
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 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
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
Summary

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
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
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
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
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
Practicing Running Like a Horse
The hosts discuss a video about a person who practiced running like a horse to the point where they could gallop on all fours at impressive speed.
40:21 - 50:06 (09:44)
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Self-Improvement
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The hosts discuss a video about a person who practiced running like a horse to the point where they could gallop on all fours at impressive speed. They ponder on the potential health consequences and self-reflection on chasing after a dream too intensely.

Episode
Never Give Up
Podcast
Distractible
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
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