The speaker discusses the benefits of practicing abstinence, including the ability to develop sensitivity, focus on breathing patterns and self-awareness, and remove compulsive behavior.
The speaker shares her experience of overcoming her fear of trying new things by taking a surf lesson during her vacation.
A daily practice of visualizing the life you want can help you create it, rather than focusing on the life you don't want. This simple practice can make you stronger and more successful in the long run.
The speaker reflects on the admirable qualities of certain individuals who demonstrate kindness, generosity, and humanity.
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.
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.
The speaker shares how he learns from his mistakes and turns them into lessons for others, emphasizing the importance of being authentic and true to oneself.
Mark Metry discusses how playing offense can lead to more creativity and the importance of being a positive influence on others.
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.
The speaker describes the joy he gets from enabling others' success and getting feedback from his listeners. He encourages making this behavior instinctive and avoiding being overbearing or needy.
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.
Learn how feeling your best self can improve your life, even when you are feeling overwhelmed or not showing up as your best.
The lack of conviction to stand up for one's desires may come from the pressure to succeed, worrying about the opinions of others, or even a perceived idea of what success looks like.
The desire to achieve more can be dangerous as it doesn't necessarily bring happiness. While it's important to push yourself to reach your potential, it's also important to enjoy the present moment.
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.
The real test of overcoming selfishness is being able to put yourself in a situation with two other people and making decisions that benefit everyone, not just yourself.
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.
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.
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.
Chase Jarvis shares how to stop caring about others' opinions and start taking action towards your goals, even when others might not understand them
The speaker talks about how they used to make excuses for other people’s bad behavior and how they have come to realize the importance of not undermining their own moral compass.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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".
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.
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.
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.
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.
