027 You're NOT Lazy! The Science of Building Unbreakable Self Discipline
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📺 Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Have you ever made a promise to yourself, only to see it crumble under the weight of procrastination? Our latest episode tackles the elusive pursuit of unbreakable discipline, with insights from thinkers like Chris Williamson and Steven Bartlett. We dissect the psychological toll of unmet personal expectations and the corrosive effect this has on our self-trust and confidence. Through my own stories and gentle strategies, I challenge the relentless hustle culture and guide you towards achieving your extraordinary goals with a newfound steadiness. The journey towards discipline is riddled with the pitfalls of shame and guilt, a theme we explore deeply when discussing sobriety and entrepreneurship. I share powerful narratives of resilience, shining a light on the necessity of a compassionate approach to setbacks. Our conversation takes an intriguing turn with the mention of a Denver experiment that sparked transformative outcomes by addressing basic needs—prompting a reflection on universal basic income and the philosophical musings on living an extraordinary life. This episode doesn't shy away from the big questions or the complicated answers. Wrapping up, we're treated to an invigorating discussion with Andrew Huberman and David Goggins on the neurophysiology of resilience and mental toughness. This synthesis of science and personal practice provides a blueprint for setting achievable goals, embracing self-compassion, and developing a discipline that withstands life's pressures. For a deep exploration of these topics and a treasure trove of resources, including our Mind Hack ebook, be sure to check out my website and join our community by subscribing to the newsletter. Here's to empowering ourselves with a growth mindset and unwavering commitment to our aspirations. What We Explored This Episode(00:00) Creating Unbreakable Discipline (10:18) Discipline's Role in Personal Change (17:30) Building Resilience and Unbreakable Discipline (23:37) Deep Dive and Subscribe Memorable Quotes"Action creates undeniable proof that you're willing to do the things that you said that you would do, and so as you build that foundation of proof for yourself, then you become a confident person.""If you want to become a more disciplined person... then what's really important is that when you actually don't do that, that you're 100% okay with it.""Your brain likes the way that it is, and so it's going to develop a form of thinking and convincing and stories that's designed for you to remain the person that you've been, but you want to expand."Episode ResourcesModern Wisdom Podcast - https://chriswillx.com/modernwisdom Diary of a CEO Podcast - https://stevenbartlett.com/the-diary-of-a-ceo-podcast/ Huberman Lab - https://hubermanlab.com/ David Goggins - https://davidgoggins.com/ Alan Watts - https://alanwatts.org Current PromotionsPowerful Living Experience 2024 Round Rock, TX - Feb 22-25, 2024 https://powerfullivingexperience.com/live Connect With DavidInterested in going deeper with us? Check out the...
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