Episode
#287: Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want
1:54:33
Published: Wed Dec 20 2017
Description
Terry Crews (@terrycrews) is an actor and former NFL player (Los Angeles Rams, San Diego Chargers, Washington Redskins, and Philadelphia Eagles). His wide-ranging credits include the original viral Old Spice commercials, television series such as The Newsroom, Arrested Development, and Everybody Hates Chris, and films including White Chicks, the Expendables franchise, Bridesmaids, and The Longest Yard.He now stars on the Golden Globe award-winning Fox sitcom Brooklyn Nine-Nine. In 2014, Terry released his autobiography, Manhood: How to Be a Better Man -- or Just Live with One.Enjoy!This podcast is brought to you by 99Designs, the world's largest marketplace of graphic designers. I have used them for years to create some amazing designs. When your business needs a logo, website design, business card, or anything you can imagine, check out 99Designs.I used them to rapid prototype the cover for The Tao of Seneca, and I've also had them help with display advertising and illustrations. If you want a more personalized approach, I recommend their 1-on-1 service. You get original designs from designers around the world. The best part? You provide your feedback, and then you end up with a product that you're happy with or your money back. Click this link and get a free $99 upgrade. Give it a test run...This podcast is also brought to you by FreshBooks. FreshBooks is the #1 cloud bookkeeping software, which is used by a ton of the start-ups I advise and many of the contractors I work with. It is the easiest way to send invoices, get paid, track your time, and track your clients.FreshBooks tells you when your clients have viewed your invoices, helps you customize your invoices, track your hours, automatically organize your receipts, have late payment reminders sent automatically and much more.Right now you can get a free month of complete and unrestricted use. You do not need a credit card for the trial. To claim your free month and see how the brand new Freshbooks can change your business, go to FreshBooks.com/Tim and enter "Tim Ferriss" in the "how did you hear about us" section.***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews!For show notes and past guests, please visit tim.blog/podcast.Sign up for Tim’s email newsletter (“5-Bullet Friday”) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Please fill out the form at tim.blog/sponsor.Discover Tim’s books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss YouTube: youtube.com/timferrissPast guests on The Tim Ferriss Show include Jerry Seinfeld, Hugh Jackman, Dr. Jane Goodall, LeBron James, Kevin Hart, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Jamie Foxx, Matthew McConaughey, Esther Perel, Elizabeth Gilbert, Terry Crews, Sia, Yuval Noah Harari, Malcolm Gladwell, Madeleine Albright, Cheryl Strayed, Jim Collins, Mary Karr, Maria Popova, Sam Harris, Michael Phelps, Bob Iger, Edward Norton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Neil Strauss, Ken Burns, Maria Sharapova, Marc Andreessen, Neil Gaiman, Neil de Grasse Tyson, Jocko Willink, Daniel Ek, Kelly Slater, Dr. Peter Attia, Seth Godin, Howard Marks, Dr. Brené Brown, Eric Schmidt, Michael Lewis, Joe Gebbia, Michael Pollan, Dr. Jordan Peterson, Vince Vaughn, Brian Koppelman, Ramit Sethi, Dax Shepard, Tony Robbins, Jim Dethmer, Dan Harris, Ray Dalio, Naval Ravikant, Vitalik Buterin, Elizabeth Lesser, Amanda Palmer, Katie Haun, Sir Richard Branson, Chuck Palahniuk, Arianna Huffington, Reid Hoffman, Bill Burr, Whitney Cummings, Rick Rubin, Dr. Vivek Murthy, Darren Aronofsky, and many more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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In this episode, comedian Jerry Seinfeld shares insights on his routines, systems, and methods for success both in comedy and life.
00:00 - 04:23 (04:23)
Summary
In this episode, comedian Jerry Seinfeld shares insights on his routines, systems, and methods for success both in comedy and life.
Episode#287: Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Actor and former NFL player Terry Crews talks about his love for art and how it helped him overcome obstacles growing up in Flint, Michigan, while also discussing his book "Manhood: How to Be a Better Man or Just Live with One."
04:23 - 12:28 (08:05)
Summary
Actor and former NFL player Terry Crews talks about his love for art and how it helped him overcome obstacles growing up in Flint, Michigan, while also discussing his book "Manhood: How to Be a Better Man or Just Live with One."
Episode#287: Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Terry received a scholarship from Chrysler that took him to the world-famous Interlochen Arts Academy located in northern Michigan.
12:28 - 20:11 (07:42)
Summary
Terry received a scholarship from Chrysler that took him to the world-famous Interlochen Arts Academy located in northern Michigan. Despite facing challenges at the beginning, he persevered and took advantage of the opportunities that came with the scholarship.
Episode#287: Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
This podcast covers the host's experience of overcoming abusive situations in his childhood and then facing negotiating with people who hold his dreams in their hands in Hollywood, while emphasizing the importance of not negotiating with terrorists.
20:11 - 26:40 (06:28)
Summary
This podcast covers the host's experience of overcoming abusive situations in his childhood and then facing negotiating with people who hold his dreams in their hands in Hollywood, while emphasizing the importance of not negotiating with terrorists.
Episode#287: Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Terry Crews talks about how he has turned his life into a work of art by being a “motivational doer” and how he had to learn to think his way through things rather than fight his way out of them.
26:40 - 35:51 (09:10)
Summary
Terry Crews talks about how he has turned his life into a work of art by being a “motivational doer” and how he had to learn to think his way through things rather than fight his way out of them.
Episode#287: Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker reflects on a lesson he learned in high school about taking risks and not self-sabotaging, which has remained guiding in his life.
35:51 - 44:13 (08:22)
Summary
The speaker reflects on a lesson he learned in high school about taking risks and not self-sabotaging, which has remained guiding in his life. He also discusses the importance of self-reflection and asking oneself hard questions to achieve success.
Episode#287: Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson discusses the importance of being the person you want to be to achieve your goals and how thinking creatively, rather than focusing on competition, can lead to success.
44:13 - 54:45 (10:32)
Summary
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson discusses the importance of being the person you want to be to achieve your goals and how thinking creatively, rather than focusing on competition, can lead to success.
Episode#287: Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The interviewee shares a story of a dark period in their life, emphasizing the importance of confidence and self-worth in navigating through tough times.
54:46 - 1:04:47 (10:00)
Summary
The interviewee shares a story of a dark period in their life, emphasizing the importance of confidence and self-worth in navigating through tough times.
Episode#287: Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Terry Crews shares his favorite quote that exemplifies the importance of having courage and the willingness to face down your fears in order to achieve great things in life.
1:04:47 - 1:14:19 (09:32)
Summary
Terry Crews shares his favorite quote that exemplifies the importance of having courage and the willingness to face down your fears in order to achieve great things in life. He also shares a personal story about confronting his father and realizing that revenge did not bring him any satisfaction.
Episode#287: Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The key to creativity is facing fear and vulnerability, being willing to let others judge and being comfortable in the unknown.
1:14:19 - 1:22:46 (08:26)
Summary
The key to creativity is facing fear and vulnerability, being willing to let others judge and being comfortable in the unknown. Practicing and jumping in can help you overcome fear and find flow, which is a satisfying high like no other.
Episode#287: Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The host discusses his lifestyle changes upon turning 40 years old and shares his thoughts on cryptocurrency, mentioning the investor Mike Novogratz and his interest in blockchain.
1:22:46 - 1:31:16 (08:30)
Summary
The host discusses his lifestyle changes upon turning 40 years old and shares his thoughts on cryptocurrency, mentioning the investor Mike Novogratz and his interest in blockchain.
Episode#287: Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss warns against investing too much in cryptocurrency or blockchain due to the expertise of those already involved in these fields, but suggests exploring it for its potential implications and learning opportunities.
1:31:16 - 1:37:58 (06:42)
Summary
Tim Ferriss warns against investing too much in cryptocurrency or blockchain due to the expertise of those already involved in these fields, but suggests exploring it for its potential implications and learning opportunities.
Episode#287: Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The author recommends a book called How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegan.
1:37:58 - 1:47:48 (09:49)
Summary
The author recommends a book called How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegan.
Episode#287: Terry Crews — How to Have, Do, and Be All You Want
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Terry Crews shares his perspective on fear, anxiety, and stress, and how he uses various practices such as journaling, fear-setting, and stoicism to keep himself centered and grounded.
1:47:48 - 1:54:27 (06:39)
Summary
Terry Crews shares his perspective on fear, anxiety, and stress, and how he uses various practices such as journaling, fear-setting, and stoicism to keep himself centered and grounded. He also emphasizes the importance of seeing everyone as people to be loved, rather than objects to be used.