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Self-Improvement

Self-Improvement

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Finding Meaning in Life
The speaker highlights the importance of finding meaning within one's life, even if it is self-imposed.
2:37:23 - 2:42:20 (04:57)
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Self-Improvement
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The speaker highlights the importance of finding meaning within one's life, even if it is self-imposed. They also discuss the intense love experienced in certain situations and the appreciation of the present moment.

Episode
#319 – Botez Sisters: Chess, Streaming, and Fame
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The Ups and Downs of "Fake It Till You Make It"
In the early stages of pursuing a goal, the advice to "fake it till you make it" can be useful as it helps to stay positive and motivated.
20:27 - 26:39 (06:11)
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Self-Improvement
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In the early stages of pursuing a goal, the advice to "fake it till you make it" can be useful as it helps to stay positive and motivated. However, as you progress, it's important to acknowledge the limitations and reevaluate your approach.

Episode
#319: Charlie Houpert – From YouTube Fame To Inner Work
Podcast
The Danny Miranda Podcast
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
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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 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
Overcoming Overwhelm with a Simple Question
The speaker shares a question to ask yourself when facing a challenge that feels too difficult to handle, which can open up new solutions and ways forward.
06:35 - 12:32 (05:56)
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Self-Improvement
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The speaker shares a question to ask yourself when facing a challenge that feels too difficult to handle, which can open up new solutions and ways forward. They also encourage looking to others who have overcome even greater obstacles for inspiration.

Episode
53. The Trick to Leveling Yourself Up
Podcast
Aware & Aggravated
Benefits of Having Big Dreams
Research shows that having big dreams and exciting destinations to work towards creates energy and purpose in life.
26:34 - 32:02 (05:27)
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Self-Improvement
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Research shows that having big dreams and exciting destinations to work towards creates energy and purpose in life. This can help shake off feelings of being on autopilot and bring a sense of enjoyment to the journey of life.

Episode
Are You the Driver in Your Life or Just the Passenger?
Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
Tips for a Great Day
The speaker suggests lowering the threshold for what is considered a great day and shares a personal example of a good celebrity dream that made them smile.
1:06:49 - 1:08:57 (02:08)
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Self-Improvement
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The speaker suggests lowering the threshold for what is considered a great day and shares a personal example of a good celebrity dream that made them smile.

Episode
Ep. 66 | 2 Bears 1 Cave w/ Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
Podcast
2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
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
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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
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
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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
Finding What You Truly Want in Life
The speaker discusses the pressure to want certain things in life and encourages listeners to be honest with themselves about what they truly want.
37:24 - 41:47 (04:22)
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Self-Improvement
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The speaker discusses the pressure to want certain things in life and encourages listeners to be honest with themselves about what they truly want.

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
Building the Body and Life You Want Takes Time
The process of building the body or life you want can be frustrating and take time, but it instills a hunger and work ethic within you.
2:43:24 - 2:52:55 (09:30)
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Self-Improvement
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The process of building the body or life you want can be frustrating and take time, but it instills a hunger and work ethic within you. It's essential to understand that progress takes patience and perseverance.

Episode
#158: The Secrets of Gymnastic Strength Training
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
Talking About Cold Showers and Chest Stones
In this snippet, a person talks about the challenge of taking cold showers and how it helps to not fight the pain.
20:48 - 27:07 (06:19)
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Self-Improvement
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In this snippet, a person talks about the challenge of taking cold showers and how it helps to not fight the pain. They also mention feeling chest stones after doing it.

Episode
#421 - Hamza - How Men Can Survive The Modern Dating World
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
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
Overwriting Negative Beliefs in the Subconscious Mind
Beliefs are the underlying factors for the thoughts and actions of an individual.
01:41 - 07:33 (05:51)
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Self-Improvement
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Beliefs are the underlying factors for the thoughts and actions of an individual. The process of overwriting negative beliefs in the subconscious mind involves replacing negative thoughts with positive ones, by understanding the source of these beliefs and using gratitude to shift to a positive mindset.

Episode
Why The Law of Attraction Isn't Working For You MASTERCLASS EP 1323
Podcast
The School of Greatness
Being OK With Imperfection
The speaker discusses the importance of not putting pressure on oneself to be perfect and accepting imperfections.
6:25:40 - 6:28:36 (02:56)
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Self-Improvement
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The speaker discusses the importance of not putting pressure on oneself to be perfect and accepting imperfections.

Episode
#34 Cody Alford - Marine Raider/MARSOC Sniper Who Became a Nomad
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
Unlearning patterns when encountering a kind person
Changing your mindset and unlearning habits that allowed you to accept mistreatment or toxicity can be challenging when meeting genuinely nice people.
11:04 - 17:17 (06:13)
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Self-Improvement
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Changing your mindset and unlearning habits that allowed you to accept mistreatment or toxicity can be challenging when meeting genuinely nice people. Self-sabotage due to internalized feelings of unworthiness can also come into play.

Episode
16. BONUS EPISODE: Love Line
Podcast
The Psychology of your 20’s
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
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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
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
The Importance of Men Teaching Other Men to Be Better
In order to make progress and improve as a society, it is important for men to take responsibility in educating other men and hold themselves accountable for their own actions.
25:30 - 28:25 (02:55)
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Self-Improvement
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In order to make progress and improve as a society, it is important for men to take responsibility in educating other men and hold themselves accountable for their own actions. While the world can be harsh and dismissive towards men trying to better themselves, creating a positive and supportive community can lead to growth and change.

Episode
2 Be Better Ep.11
Podcast
2 Be Better
Mastering Your Reactions Can Change Your Life
By understanding that no one can change your mood without your consent, you can master your emotional triggers and reactions, ultimately mastering your life.
16:54 - 18:33 (01:38)
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Self-Improvement
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By understanding that no one can change your mood without your consent, you can master your emotional triggers and reactions, ultimately mastering your life.

Episode
2 Simple Mindset Shifts To Change Your Relationships
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
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
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