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Self-Improvement

Self-Improvement

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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
Summary

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
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
Staying Strong in the Face of Criticism
The importance of surrounding yourself with people who give constructive feedback, and how to deal with doubts when facing attacks as a public figure.
2:26:52 - 2:29:45 (02:53)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The importance of surrounding yourself with people who give constructive feedback, and how to deal with doubts when facing attacks as a public figure. Encourages pursuing one's potential without fear of failure.

Episode
#336 – Ben Shapiro: Politics, Kanye, Trump, Biden, Hitler, Extremism, and War
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
Helping People Change
A study shows that people are more likely to change if they have support from a friend or mentor, which increases the chances of them being 25% happier after making the change.
08:26 - 12:53 (04:27)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

A study shows that people are more likely to change if they have support from a friend or mentor, which increases the chances of them being 25% happier after making the change. It’s important to help support people through the changes they may want to make in their life.

Episode
E211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
Podcast
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
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
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
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
Daily Practice for Self-Improvement
The speaker suggests to pay attention and read carefully to understand the nuances of self-improvement, and states that self-growth is like bodybuilding, where results will eventually show up after continuous effort and discipline.
49:22 - 53:58 (04:36)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The speaker suggests to pay attention and read carefully to understand the nuances of self-improvement, and states that self-growth is like bodybuilding, where results will eventually show up after continuous effort and discipline.

Episode
#135 - Kamal Ravikant - How Loving Yourself Can Save Your Life
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
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 Importance of Pulling Back Your Expectations
This podcast episode discusses the importance of setting realistic expectations and not solely relying on metrics to measure success.
15:44 - 24:13 (08:29)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

This podcast episode discusses the importance of setting realistic expectations and not solely relying on metrics to measure success. It advocates for understanding oneself and not trying to be like others.

Episode
#329: Jason Fried — How to Live Life on Your Own Terms
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
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
The Importance of Vision and Fulfilling Life Goals
The speaker shares about the importance of having a vision and fulfilling life goals, and how it can help achieve greatness in any area of life.
03:09 - 09:29 (06:20)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The speaker shares about the importance of having a vision and fulfilling life goals, and how it can help achieve greatness in any area of life. They also touch upon how unhealthy relationships can hinder happiness.

Episode
911 10 “Happy Habits” Successful People Do Differently
Podcast
The School of Greatness
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
Summary

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
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
Summary

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
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
Summary

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
Summary

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
Mel Robbins' New Podcast
Mel Robbins promises entertaining and actionable takeaways that listeners can apply to their own lives.
01:54 - 06:37 (04:42)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

Mel Robbins promises entertaining and actionable takeaways that listeners can apply to their own lives. The podcast will take listeners behind the scenes and on the road with Mel in real time.

Episode
3 Simple Steps to Change Your Life
Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
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
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
Summary

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
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
Summary

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
Summary

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
Summary

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