#986: The power of…kindness. As you’ll hear right at the top of the show, set aside your altruistic thoughts about “kindness” and hear Tom Ziglar and I present it as a primary tool you can use to gain trust, attract people to you, and be the biggest person in the room. The spirit of today’s media polluting our culture today is one of massive unkindness and I ... Show More
Aug 10
A Compelling Case That Thriving Comes From A Shared Communal Endeavor w/ Celebrated Author & Journalist Daniel Coyle
I read an article yesterday about the fourth season of the tv series, Ted Lasso, coming out. The series was celebrated for bringing the concept of positivity to the forefront. But in this new season they feel positivity isn’t what the culture needs. They depict the populace this ... Show More
1h 11m
Aug 3
Leveraging AI To Help Us Be Aware Of & Accountable To Ourselves w/ Cultural Architect Lyle Maxson
I’ll continue to preface anything regarding AI, or any tech for that matter, that I’m not convinced it will prove to be a net positive for overall human well being. As a tool however, I see some opportunities. Such as, I was sent a device that hangs around my neck like a pendant, ... Show More
53m 43s
Feb 2024
568 - Are you a "narcissist magnet?"
<p>In this episode, I talk about why qualities that can be taken advantage of (kindness, empathy, eagerness) are NOT a disadvantage. I talk about how to take back your power and not think you're a magnet for hurtful people.</p><p>My NEW journal, "The BOLD Journal" is available no ... Show More
16m 8s
Oct 2023
How One Simple Act Could Massively Transform Your Brain Chemistry Today - The Power of Kindness with John Wang
In this episode we discuss the incredible power of kindness, show how kindness triggers “the helpers high” and causes dopamine and oxytocin to flow through your brain, look at study data from 136 countries showing science behind why kindness is so powerful, we walk through severa ... Show More
44m 7s
Oct 2018
Adam Grant, The Benefits of Generosity
Kindness has a bad rap, often being viewed as a sign of weakness. But Adam Grant, an award-winning researcher and Wharton's highest-rated professor, tells Dan Harris good guys don't have to finish last. In fact, Givers, those willing to help others, are often the top performers i ... Show More
1h 14m