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Self-Improvement

Self-Improvement

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Overcoming Self-Criticism and Finding Connection in a Digital World
In this podcast, the discussion turns into a therapy session as the host discusses his struggles with self-criticism and a desire for connection in a world where the internet can make us feel disconnected.
1:57:11 - 2:00:30 (03:18)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

In this podcast, the discussion turns into a therapy session as the host discusses his struggles with self-criticism and a desire for connection in a world where the internet can make us feel disconnected. The guest offers a Zen-like perspective on liking most people and ignoring the rest.

Episode
#296 – Douglas Murray: Racism, Marxism, and the War on the West
Podcast
Lex Fridman 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
The Importance of Self-Study
The focus tends to be on studying others instead of studying ourselves.
44:56 - 49:46 (04:50)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The focus tends to be on studying others instead of studying ourselves. However, motivation can often stem from escapism and insecurity, proving that self-study is essential.

Episode
E182: Alex Scott: I’ve Never Told The FULL Truth About My Past
Podcast
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
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
Designing Your Own Life
You have the power to decide the purpose of your own life, just like you get to design the game you're going to play and its rules.
33:59 - 37:18 (03:19)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

You have the power to decide the purpose of your own life, just like you get to design the game you're going to play and its rules. Feedback is important in the design process and can be obtained by reaching out to people for constructive criticism.

Episode
5 Questions that Will Change Your Life
Podcast
My First Million
The Importance of Reading Biographies
Reading biographies can give you an unfair advantage in life, as it allows you to learn from the successes and failures of notable individuals.
1:31:27 - 1:35:34 (04:06)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

Reading biographies can give you an unfair advantage in life, as it allows you to learn from the successes and failures of notable individuals. It's a small daily habit that can lead to significant long-term benefits, according to Charlie Munger.

Episode
#290: David Senra – 10,000 Hours With The Top 1%
Podcast
The Danny Miranda Podcast
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
Investing In Yourself
In order to grow, you have to start investing yourself through quality education and self-care to improve your productivity.
39:19 - 47:13 (07:53)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

In order to grow, you have to start investing yourself through quality education and self-care to improve your productivity. It is also important to invest in other staff members and new technology to increase efficiency and output.

Episode
#114 - Sonny Webster - Bad Days, Good Days & Staying Resilient
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
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
Summary

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
The Canvas Strategy
The Canvas Strategy is a long-term game plan where you help others and make them look good so that you can benefit in the future by earning interest on the principle.
11:58 - 18:24 (06:25)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The Canvas Strategy is a long-term game plan where you help others and make them look good so that you can benefit in the future by earning interest on the principle. It's an approach that generates humbleness, helps you learn and aids in making new relationships.

Episode
#165: The Canvas Strategy -- What Ben Franklin and Bill Belichick Have in Common
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
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
Feeling Your Best Self
Learn how feeling your best self can improve your life, even when you are feeling overwhelmed or not showing up as your best.
20:19 - 25:28 (05:08)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

Learn how feeling your best self can improve your life, even when you are feeling overwhelmed or not showing up as your best.

Episode
"Billy Crudup"
Podcast
SmartLess
The Unafraid Podcast
The Unafraid podcast deals with the daily struggles of life and provides insights on how to handle them.
4:37:53 - 4:40:32 (02:39)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The Unafraid podcast deals with the daily struggles of life and provides insights on how to handle them. The hosts discuss their own experiences with family, work, and friends in a frank and relatable manner.

Episode
#43 Eddie Penney - SEAL Team 6/DEVGRU Operator
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
Discover Your Unique Gifts and Share Your Light with Others
In this podcast, the speaker encourages listeners to shine their light and share their talents with the world.
55:49 - 58:52 (03:03)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

In this podcast, the speaker encourages listeners to shine their light and share their talents with the world. He emphasizes the importance of connecting with others and finding ways to improve and grow in order to make a positive impact.

Episode
838 Marianne Williamson On Running for President and Standing for Love
Podcast
The School of Greatness
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
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
Trusting Your Judgment Based on the Life of Henry Singleton
The speaker emphasizes the importance of doing the work to build trust in one's own judgment based on the life of Henry Singleton, discussing his handwritten memos and how he was exposed to people lying to him.
22:08 - 26:43 (04:34)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The speaker emphasizes the importance of doing the work to build trust in one's own judgment based on the life of Henry Singleton, discussing his handwritten memos and how he was exposed to people lying to him.

Episode
#110 Henry Singleton: A Memoir of the Teledyne Corporation and the Man Who Created It
Podcast
Founders
Overcoming Tough Times with Research-Based Strategies
The speaker shares how she used research-based strategies to pick herself up during tough times and improve her mood and attitude.
24:14 - 28:06 (03:52)
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Self-Improvement
Summary

The speaker shares how she used research-based strategies to pick herself up during tough times and improve her mood and attitude.

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

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
The Power of Positive Self-Talk for Personal Growth
The way we speak to ourselves can change our physiology, actions and ultimately our identity.
19:30 - 21:01 (01:31)
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Self-Improvement
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The way we speak to ourselves can change our physiology, actions and ultimately our identity. By practicing positive self-talk, we can shape who we become and achieve personal growth.

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
Summary

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
Summary

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
Summary

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
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
Summary

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