Episode
#117 - Aubrey Marcus - What Makes A Good Life?
52:36
Published: Mon Nov 04 2019
Description
Aubrey Marcus is a podcaster, author and CEO. I wanted to find out how Aubrey defines living a good life, and how he structures his world to ensure that he's pointing in the right direction... As you might be able to guess, this episode is jam packed with amazing stuff. Aubrey is someone who contemplates the finer elements of exactly how to make his mind and body a little better every day. Enjoy this insight into the life of someone who is unashamedly working to uncover all his weaknesses and turn them into strengths. This episode is brought to you by The Protein Works. Head to https://bit.ly/TPWChrisWillx to check out their awesome range. Extra Stuff: Follow Aubrey on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aubreymarcus Buy Own The Day - https://amzn.to/326Ijmq Check out Onnit - https://www.onnit.com/ Check out everything I recommend from books to products and help support the podcast at no extra cost to you by shopping through this link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://www.chriswillx.com/contact
Chapters
Aubrey Marcus shares his guiding principles for success in life and business, focusing on both inner and outer self-improvement.
00:00 - 02:05 (02:05)
Summary
Aubrey Marcus shares his guiding principles for success in life and business, focusing on both inner and outer self-improvement.
Episode#117 - Aubrey Marcus - What Makes A Good Life?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker highlights the importance of engaging in meaningful conversations and the need to slow down in order to appreciate the present, while still having the ambition to succeed.
02:05 - 08:47 (06:42)
Summary
The speaker highlights the importance of engaging in meaningful conversations and the need to slow down in order to appreciate the present, while still having the ambition to succeed. They talk about the challenge of finding people who are interested in discussing more complex issues instead of staying on the surface-level topics.
Episode#117 - Aubrey Marcus - What Makes A Good Life?
PodcastModern Wisdom
Obtaining external accomplishments may not bring lasting happiness as one may initially believe.
08:47 - 14:31 (05:43)
Summary
Obtaining external accomplishments may not bring lasting happiness as one may initially believe. Rather, it is important to focus on internal factors for true fulfillment.
Episode#117 - Aubrey Marcus - What Makes A Good Life?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The experience of fulfillment in a spiritual life is often found through agency and movement towards certain desires, rather than asceticism or a relinquishing of things.
14:31 - 20:23 (05:51)
Summary
The experience of fulfillment in a spiritual life is often found through agency and movement towards certain desires, rather than asceticism or a relinquishing of things. Some people find pride in needing very little stimulus to be satisfied, but it's important to have a healthy balance.
Episode#117 - Aubrey Marcus - What Makes A Good Life?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker stresses the importance of having a variety of experiences in life before restricting oneself, in order to better understand the landscape and make informed decisions.
20:23 - 29:33 (09:09)
Summary
The speaker stresses the importance of having a variety of experiences in life before restricting oneself, in order to better understand the landscape and make informed decisions. One should remain curious and open to explore different options.
Episode#117 - Aubrey Marcus - What Makes A Good Life?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker plans to engage in a period of celibacy to explore what love and relationships can look like and to align his body and mindset, highlighting the importance of confronting discomfort.
29:33 - 36:46 (07:13)
Summary
The speaker plans to engage in a period of celibacy to explore what love and relationships can look like and to align his body and mindset, highlighting the importance of confronting discomfort.
Episode#117 - Aubrey Marcus - What Makes A Good Life?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The host talks about how he recognizes his own ability to be slippery and manipulate situations, citing studies that show that more than half of communication is body language and tone.
36:46 - 44:38 (07:51)
Summary
The host talks about how he recognizes his own ability to be slippery and manipulate situations, citing studies that show that more than half of communication is body language and tone. He also discusses the importance of recognizing this behavior and trying to avoid it for the benefit of those around you.
Episode#117 - Aubrey Marcus - What Makes A Good Life?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The metaphor of serving someone from the overflow that fills the saucer around the cup illustrates the importance of taking care of oneself before helping others.
44:38 - 51:22 (06:44)
Summary
The metaphor of serving someone from the overflow that fills the saucer around the cup illustrates the importance of taking care of oneself before helping others. By focusing on self-care and being overflowing with energy, love, and resources, one can be of true service to others and the world.
Episode#117 - Aubrey Marcus - What Makes A Good Life?
PodcastModern Wisdom
Aubrey Marcus discusses his experience using Alpha Brain for a mental boost and the importance of a more holistic approach to mental health.
51:22 - 52:24 (01:01)
Summary
Aubrey Marcus discusses his experience using Alpha Brain for a mental boost and the importance of a more holistic approach to mental health.