Most people run from fear and discomfort—but what if leaning into them was the key to the life you want? In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful psychological trick called the "Reversal of Desire." It’s a simple yet life-changing strategy to reframe fear, shrink anxiety, and take action with confidence. Listen now to learn how to rewire your brain and finall ... Show More
Nov 21
Success is hard until you build systems like this
Are you making success harder than it needs to be? In this episode, I break down the systems that make discipline automatic—so you no longer rely on memory, motivation, or mood. You’ll learn how automation, environment design, habit stacking, friction, default decisions, and acco ... Show More
17m 16s
Nov 20
How to Be So Productive it Feels Illegal
Why does productivity feel so hard even when you want it badly? In this episode, I break down why your brain fights you, how to flip your internal “motivation switch,” and the real reason discipline feels impossible. Feeling stuck? It's time to take back control. If you're ready ... Show More
15m 31s
Nov 19
How to Quiet Your Anxious Mind
Have you ever felt like your brain is working against you? In this episode, I explain why anxiety shows up, how it’s an outdated survival system, and how to turn the volume down using simple, science-backed tools. You’ll learn how to be calm, take back control, and feel grounded ... Show More
16m 43s
Apr 2025
3573: 7 Journal Prompts to Inspire Simplicity by Jennifer of Simply Fiercely on Reducing Mental Clutter
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Episode 3573:
Jennifer of SimplyFiercely.com shares seven powerful journal prompts designed to help you simplify your life by recon ... Show More
9m 54s
Aug 27
This Mindset Shift Radically Changed My Life (for the better)
There’s one mindset shift that completely transformed my life — from being stuck in a soul-sucking career in law to building a life of meaning, freedom, and success in content creation. In this motivational episode, I’ll share that mindset with you. It’s simple, but it changes ev ... Show More
10m 30s
Aug 18
Mingyur Rinpoche: A Meditation Master on Anxiety, Awareness, and Awakening
Dr. Rick and Forrest are joined by Mingyur Rinpoche, a renowned Tibetan Buddhist teacher, to explore calming anxiety with awareness, relaxing unhealthy wanting, and finding a deeper sense of our innate goodness. Rinpoche shares how a near-death experience during his four-year “wa ... Show More
1h 8m