This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. “The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson Note: There are a few occasions where MG accidentally says determination instead of determinism. For eons, a philosophical debate has raged: Free will vs determinism. Where do you stand? Determinism says you have no free will, and that all actions and events are predetermined. However, free will says, you are fully accountable and...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. “The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson Note: There are a few occasions where MG accidentally says determination instead of determinism. For eons, a philosophical debate has raged: Free will vs determinism. Where do you stand? Determinism says you have no free will, and that all actions and events are predetermined. However, free will says, you are fully accountable and...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. “The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson Note: There are a few occasions where MG accidentally says determination instead of determinism. For eons, a philosophical debate has raged: Free will vs determinism. Where do you stand? Determinism says you have no free will, and that all actions and events are predetermined. However, free will says, you are fully accountable and...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. Commitment Until one is committed, there is hesitancy,the chance to draw back.Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation),there is one elementary truth, the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans.That the moment one definitely commits oneself, then Providence moves too.All sorts of things occur to help one that would never otherwise have occurred.A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. “Wisdom is equal parts experience and reflection.” ~ Aristotle Rumination The term 'rumination' is often associated with negative thinking patterns. For better or worse, psychology has perpetuated this idea. As you can see from the definition above, to ruminate is to simply consider or think deeply about something; as in philosophical ruminations. Have you ever encountered a new concept that left you confused? Perhaps worse, you...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. “Success is always a co-creative endeavor.” Who wants to be a “success”? The short answer is, “Only EVERYONE!” Yet, when someone attempts to define ‘success’ they tend to struggle. They say things like, “I just want to be happy or have a smile on my face.” It’s tough to hit a target you haven’t defined. Is your definition for success any better? MG and JG discuss a slightly amended definition for ‘success’. Largely due to the “Three...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. “Learning Zen is a phenomenon of gold and dung.Before you understand it, it’s like gold; after you understand it, it’s like dung.” Gold & Dung In this episode MG and JG discuss a perplexing and important Zen koan For many, Zen appears to possess the “gold” – the promise of enlightenment – peace, and a deeper understanding of oneself. However, this koan teaches us that the value of such knowledge is in its application. It’s easy to...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. “Opportunities multiply as they are seized.”~Sun Tzu The Epiphany Where do opportunities come from? JG and MG discuss a prior Thursday Thread subject: Opportunities. Einstein famously said, “Nothing happens until something moves.” There is no telling the ripple effect a decision or action may have once it’s seized. Saying "yes" to a challenging project or adventure often leads to new projects and adventures. Attend an industry event...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. “After our startup’s ‘failure’, with my tail between my legs, I took a trip to Puerto Escondido, Mexico to surf for nearly two weeks, reorient and clear my head. Out of that trip, I dove headfirst into personal development.” The Epiphany One day, in early 2003, while the iPod was in shuffle mode, it was riffling through various programs; Ed Foreman, Wayne Dyer, Stephen Covey and Anthony Robbins. Even though I’d probably heard these...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. “It can scarcely be denied that the supreme goal of all theory is to make the irreducible basic elements as simple and as few as possible without having to surrender the adequate representation of a single datum of experience.” ~ Albert Einstein Systems I’ve come across a few authors, ”thought leaders,” who, in an attempt to describe a system, unfortunately, confuse their audience. Author #1: A system is “a series of habits.” Author...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. "Opportunities multiply as they are seized." ~ Sun Tzu LIMITED As we approach middle age, we realize that our time, opportunities, energy and certainly, our experiences become limited. While this may seem obvious, it can also provide a terrific wake-up call! How much longer are you going to put off that trip “of a lifetime”? How much longer are you going to put off that creative project? Let this episode remind you to seize the moment...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. Joel Brown & Addicted2Success.com “I think success is seeing your potential play out and knowing that it matches alignment with what you value most and it resonates in reality.”~ Joel Brown This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. The Journey Joel Brown founder of Addicted2Success.com as well as mindstrongacademy.com. He’s a master coach and host of the podcast sharing the same name, “Addicted2Success.” JB and MG...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. “Decisions are the hinges of destiny.” ~ Edwin Markham “The greatest mistake you can make in life is to be continually afraid you will make one.” ~ Zig Ziglar Better Decisions: The Art of Choice Decision-making - it's the bedrock of our lives, shaping every experience from the mundane to the monumental. Our approach to decision-making isn’t always thorough, and therein lies the potential for growth. 1. The Comfort of Habitual...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. “You are perfect and you could use some work.” Self-Help Sucks! One Size Fits All? “The shoe that fits one person pinches another; there is no recipe for living that suits all cases.” ~ Carl Jung Challenges and Words of Caution: * The “One Size Fits All” Fallacy: As Jung rightfully pointed out, individual differences are inescapable. What works for one person may not apply at all for another. It’s crucial to critically evaluate any...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. “There is no way to happiness, happiness is the way.” ~ Buddha The Happiness Episode Key takeaways: Internal and External Factors: * Happiness originates from BOTH internal (choice/control) AND external factors (events/circumstances). (see behavior model below) * Things we can control with intention and practice, better thoughts, choices, and habits. Genetics, relationships, circumstances and events are external influences. * Choosing...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. “Discipline is doing what you ought to do, when you ought to do it, whether you feel like it or not.” ~ Jim Rohn Bridging the Gap between Desire and Doing New Year, new you. Right? Did you promise to get in shape for 2024 only to feel the comfy couch pulling you into its fluffy abyss? Incredibly, the second Friday of January is known as “Quitter’s Day,” according to several online publications, such as Fortune. That’s when people...

“The vast majority of people do not recognize that this is what they're doing.So my work is showing them, no, that's not the world.That's the story you're telling yourself about the world.And some stories serve you, but many of your stories do not serve you.” ~ Srikumar Rao This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. Creativity and Personal Mastery. Srikumar Rao’s remarkable journey spans Indian roots and a pioneering course at Columbia, “Creativity & Personal Mastery,”...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. “Where there is no vision, the people perish.” ~ Proverbs The Greater the Vision, the Greater the Possibilities Imagine yourself staring at a chessboard, lost in the tangle of pieces. Suddenly, a move leaps out, clear as day. Not because you’re a grandmaster, but because you finally saw the board differently. This is the magic of vision. It's not just about eyesight, it's about perspective, understanding, and the ability to see...

This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. “If it bleeds, it leads.” ~ William Randolph Hearst Cloudy with a Chance of Success There’s a reason the phrase “If it bleeds, it leads” exists in the media, it captures people’s attention. Eyeballs and ears gravitate toward sights and sounds of fear and panic. Imagine: You’re about to cross a rickety bridge. Mr. Optimism skips along, whistling a happy tune, while Ms. Pessimism checks the planks, grumbling about “potential splinters...

“The man who views the world at 50 the same as he did at 20 has wasted 30 years of his life.” ~ Muhammad Ali This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. From Ring Conqueror to Hollywood Canvas Forget the Rocky Balboa wannabes. Meet Michael Bentt. A man who claimed the World Boxing Organization (WBO) Heavyweight Championship title (1993) and would later star in the boxing classic “Ali” as Sonny Liston (2001). Our conversation reveals an intelligent, complex man whose life defied...

“The unexamined life is not worth living.” ~ Socrates This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. AUDIT-U: Your Year-End Personal Inventory for Wellness and Optimized Living “The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to become.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson As the confetti falls and champagne fizzles, marking the end of another year, we often turn inwards, reflecting on the journey just passed. Resolutions flit across our minds, fleeting promises whispered...

“Discipline is a habit. Nobody is born discplined.” This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. Got Discipline? Cultivate it. Frequently Asked Friday: How can I be more disciplined? How to Be More Disciplined A great definition of discipline comes from Jim Rohn: doing what you ought to do, when you ought to do it, whether you feel like it or not. Forget genetic predispositions or willpower superpowers. Discipline isn’t some magical quality reserved for the “chosen few.”...

“To develop foresight, you need to practice hindsight.” ~ J. McGonigal This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. Arrive at Tomorrow's Goals Faster by Reversing Time When it comes to nailing your next big goal or New Year resolution, forget the “To-Do List” and “next steps”. After all, how many “steps” are there going to be? The answer is a lot. It often paralyzes the most ambitious and prevents them from starting. Try this instead: Imagine you’ve already attained the goal....

“Personal transformation and goal achievement can begin at any level: Story/Thinking, Emotions/Feelings, Behaviors/Habits/Skills, Environment. However, for them to endure, each component must remain in coherhence.” This Habits 2 Goals episode is FREE for ALL subscribers. Be, Do, Have: Cliché or Cornerstone? The personal development mantra '“Be, Do, Have” often gets dismissed as a tired cliché. Enter the “3 Circles of Behavior Echo-System,”/Grunburg Behavior Model. The model reveals a...