The Motivated Mind

Struggling with confidence? Well you're in luck, confidence is a learnable skill. No one was born feeling confident or not confident. It’s years of social conditioning and all the other factors that make us adopt certain mindsets. How you think about yourself, who you are, and your capabilities will greatly influence your success. In this episode, I discuss four keys to unlock your confidence. In episode #146 we cover: Doing things that scare you everyday Having the right mindset Reflecting and analyzing memories Shifting your internal messaging Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all desire freedom, security, and confidence when it comes to money. Damari has a unique perspective on money and personal finances. She holds a Master’s Degree in Accounting and Finance, has been a practicing tax accountant for over ten years and owns a firm, The Gold Standard Accounting & Tax Inc. As a first-generation American and an entrepreneur herself, she understands the difficulties that are faced. In this episode, we discuss money mindset, the “American Dream”, and becoming financially free. In episode #145 we cover: Money mindset The American Dream Becoming financially free Check out Damari Gold: Instagram Entrepreneurship 101 Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you start to rip away at the safety net you've built and empower yourself to live life according to your own terms? To strive for a more meaningful life means to venture down trails you've never explored. If you want something different in your life, you have to do something different in your life. In this episode, I discuss four tactics to break out of your comfort zone. In episode #144 we cover: Realize you have what you need Redefine opportunity Realize failure isn't the end Take risk Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The other week, I posted a question on my Instagram story about alcohol, specifically around removing it from my life. I asked each of you if you’d be interested in hearing about this journey. Many of you said yes and some even shared the fact that you are either in the process of removing alcohol from your life or thinking about it. So in the name of adding value, I thought I’d share my personal journey. In this episode, I turn to vulnerability to express how this is a remarkable strength. In episode #143 we cover: Why I cut alcohol entirely from my life What it has done for my mindset, my productivity, and my perspective How I'm thinking about this moving into the future Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ron Halliday, founder of First Floor Equity is building an interesting career in real estate. Uniquely focused on purchasing underperforming hotels and repositioning them into hybrid housing. In this episode, Ron shares his real estate journey, how to get your feet wet, what it means to be a leader, and decision making. In episode #142 we cover: Getting into real estate What it means to be a leader Decision making Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you start being honest with yourself? Sometimes, we struggle to be honest with ourselves because it can be painful. If we aren’t honest then we can’t expect to learn and grow. We have to be willing to recognize reality for what it is before we can change it. In this episode, I discuss four ways to be honest with yourself. By the end of this episode you'll be able to apply these lessons to your life and break the cycle of dishonesty. In episode #141 we cover: Trusting your instincts Recognizing the good and the bad Spending time reflecting Dropping the ego Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve all struggled with finding motivation and navigating our way out of the “laziness dugout”. It’s when this struggle starts to become commonplace that it can interrupt our success. In this episode, I discuss four reasons why laziness can show its ugly face and how to avoid it. By the end of this episode you'll be able to overcome laziness and become more productive. In episode #140 we cover: Analyzing and removing old habits Letting go of the outcome Prioritizing Removing distractions Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Voss began his career as a member of the New York City Joint Terrorism Task Force before spending 24 years with the FBI. Here he worked as lead negotiator in the Crisis Negotiation Unit. Chris has years of experience of high-stakes life and death negotiations, including more than 150 international hostage cases. In this episode, Chris shares his journey as a negotiator and practical tips to apply those negotiation practices in your life. Check out Chris's book: Never Split The Difference Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Approximately 40 million people in the US alone deal with some form of anxiety. The crippling experience can hold us back from attending a networking event to going after your dreams. There are a number of strategies you can use to address your anxiety, in this episode I discuss four of the most effective. By the end of this episode you'll be able to effectively manage your anxiety and take control of the present. In episode #138 we cover: Staying in the present Leveraging your network Starting to move Leaning into fear Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Accountability is probably the single most important element fueling success. Accountability is along the lines of habitual commitment to yourself and what’s important by continually choosing to take ownership and responsibility. By removing these barriers we create room for opportunity and faster growth. In this episode, I discuss how accountability leads to success and how you can start the process of taking accountability. In episode #137 we cover: How it helps you stay on track How it forces you to ask yourself the right questions How it creates trust How you get back time Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Serial entrepreneur, speaker, life coach, and happiness expert, Will Moore joins today's episode. After exiting his delivery startup for $323 million in 2019, Will confirmed what he’d spent the past 25 years researching: True happiness isn’t about money, power, or fame. It’s about figuring out what makes you happy and taking consistent action on those things every single day. We dive into aligning yourself with happiness and finding true balance in your journey. Start firing on all cylinders: Gamify your life Take your core life evaluator Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you boost your self-confidence? The feeling of rejection can undermine our confidence and make us doubt our worth. It can make us freeze right in our path or sabotage our success. This thinking is the very thinking that limits our shots on goal. In this episode, I discuss four ways to overcome fear of rejection. In episode #135 we cover: Construct your own narrative Understand the value in risk Focus on the upside Expose yourself Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you free yourself from limitations? This idea of freedom sounds elusive to so many. Freedom is actually a state of mind rather than a specific spot within your existence. If you can break the shackles you've locked yourself in, you are truly capable of anything. In this episode, I discuss four ways to release those shackles and achieve your full potential. In episode #134 we cover: Defining freedom and why Repeating “it’s possible” Changing your language diet Finding big dreamers Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our lives start as a blank canvas and that canvas can change color and pattern daily. Becoming the artist of your life means exploring different mediums and trying new techniques. Now the question becomes, does the artist keep painting everyday? Chris Roberts has created quite the life painting. Serial entrepreneur, Founder of Sterling Rhino Capital, and author of You've Earned It! joins the podcast. We discuss designing your life, what it means to put in the work, giving back, and leaving behind a legacy. In episode #133 we cover: What it means to put in the work Designing your life Giving back to the system Leaving behind a legacy Chris Roberts' book: You've Earned It! Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When we don't prioritize mental health and self-care we compromise our happiness and health. This leads to jeopardizing our relationship with ourselves, our goals, and our relationships. You might have a good enough understanding that self-care is important, but the challenge is actually adopting a self-care practice that can improve your life. In this episode, I discuss four ways to set effective self-care routines. In episode #132 we cover: Identifying what makes you feel joy Planning how to incorporate them Setting goals and evaluating Practice practice practice Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Intention means putting purpose behind everything we do. And whatever those intentions are, they need to align with your values, the person you want to be, or the person you are. And if they don't, then they’re not worth your time, energy or attention. In this episode, I breakdown four key components to setting intentions and offer questions you can ask yourself as you build those intentions. In episode #131 we cover: Defining what your values are Identifying the barriers Letting go of the perfect outcome Not being afraid to say no Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Overcoming any crisis will give you the power to transcend your difficult circumstances by accessing vital tools to bring you into full present awareness. And no one knows this better than Dr. Hal Bradley. Recruited by the Mexican drug cartel as a teenager, he rose up the ranks to become one of the top drug smugglers of narcotics in the United States. Despite multiple near-death experiences he survived to turn his life completely around and served as a contractor for the Department of Justice. Dr. Bradley and I discuss how to thrive under the most horrific experiences and how to emerge victoriously. In episode #130 we cover: Leading with kindness Adversity Crisis mode and control state Dr. Bradley's book: Crisis Victory Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why is mediocrity riskier than taking a leap? The only thing that is certain is that time can never be replaced. Everything is an experiment and experiments don't always turn out perfect, but they lead to breakthroughs. The individuals that made an impact on this planet are those that challenged the norm, they colored outside of the lines. In this episode, I discuss four reasons why doing nothing is riskier than doing something. In this episode we cover: Why doing nothing is riskier than doing something Try naming someone that made a difference by playing it safe Risk is everywhere How risk makes us feel alive Become a subscriber: Get access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my free weekly newsletter Like this show? Please leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Talon Majors joins the podcast. Singer and songwriter, she has overcome adversity in her life to become the best version of herself. And she’s not done yet. Facing challenges such as growing up in a broken home with physical and mental abuse, falling into addiction to hide the pain, and then dealing with her own personal demons as well as MS, can either make or break a person. She chose to use it to build her dream life. A huge advocate for mental health, therapy and working on yourself, Talon shares her life experience in a vulnerable, relatable way. In this episode we cover: Vulnerability and adversity Just asking Being in a relationship with yourself Follow Talon Majors: Instagram - @shestalon YouTube talonmajors.com Become a subscriber: Get access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook Join the Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Like this show? Please leave a review! Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you unlock your internal motivation? When you’re not motivated, you’re most likely neglecting your personal and professional goals. One of our greatest resources is our own motivation. In this episode, I share four factors that are limiting your motivation and how to overcome them. In this episode we cover: Understanding what makes you tick Creating a plan Surrendering to the moment Tackling procrastination Become a subscriber: Get access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook Join the Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Like this show? Please leave a review! Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your perspective determines your reality. Your experiences and perceptions determine how you process information and feel about your surroundings. Your problems are only as big as you make them. Your problems don’t cause negative feelings, your perspective does. In this episode, I discuss four ways to shift your perspective and focus on opportunity. In this episode we cover: Focusing on the facts and what you can control Distancing yourself from negativity Considering the bigger picture Recognizing your wins Become a subscriber: Get access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook Join the Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Like this show? Please leave a review! Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Alex Kuhn joins the podcast. Alex is the Founder of Born to Lead, which helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs become the leaders they were born to be and start, grow & scale 6, 7 & 8 figure businesses. We discuss everything from leadership and operating in your genius to building a business that aligns with you. In this episode we cover: True leadership Operating in your genius Cognitive dissonance Experimental mindset Building a business that aligns with you Free Success DNA program: alex-kuhn.com/themotivatedmind Become a subscriber: Get access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook Join the Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Like this show? Please leave a review! Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The balance between your work life and personal life is essential. Most think this balance is about simply dividing hours, and while it's part of it, it's not all. In this episode, I discuss four ways to improve your work-life balance, having the flexibility to get things done in your professional life, and still having time and energy to enjoy your personal life. In this episode we cover: Accepting that there is no perfect work-life balance Your mental health comes first Getting rid of perfectionism Structuring your days and prioritizing Become a subscriber: Get access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook Join the Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Like this show? Please leave a review! Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Willpower and self-control are two of the gears to success. It’s the ability to control behaviors in order to avoid temptations and to achieve goals. Just like anything else, we have the ability to increase our willpower and self-control. In this episode, I breakdown four practices to improve your self-control and the odds of achieving your goals. In this episode we cover: Removing temptations Managing your stress Rewarding yourself Getting more sleep Become a subscriber: Get access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook Join the Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Like this show? Please leave a review! Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Research shows that self-awareness is directly related to both emotional intelligence and success. So how do you improve self-awareness? In this episode, Jericho Bulaun joins the podcast to dive into exactly that. Jericho is a transformational coach and speaker that focuses on cultivating inner freedom through self-awareness. In this episode we cover: Forms of self-awareness Introspective and the value it brings to your life Effective exercises to improve self-awareness Follow Jericho Bulaun: Personal Instagram - @jerichobulaun The D.E.E.P Show on Instagram - @thedeepshow The D.E.E.P Show Podcast - Spotify Become a subscriber: Get access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook Join the Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Like this show? Please leave a review! Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a world where we are overstimulated and pulled in 90 different directions it can be easy to lose focus on our goals, become distracted, or overwhelmed. How do you refocus and clarify your priorities? In this episode, I breakdown four tactics around clarifying your priorities, from creating effective and purpose-driven to-do’s to auditing your time. In this episode we cover: Defining who and what Laying out your tasks Auditing your time and delegating tasks Taking a closer look at your to-do list Become a subscriber: Get access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook Join the Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Like this show? Please leave a review! Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we step into a New Year many of us will continue to face hurdles. It's only natural that while we strive for growth, we will ultimately face additional challenges, adding bruises to the muscle of success. The trick is learning how to treat those bruises. How do you recover from failures? How do you bounce back and keep fighting? In this episode, I discuss four tactics around that recovery. In this episode we cover: Recognizing the impact of failure Fighting the mirage Taking the time to redefine success Focusing on the things in your control Become a subscriber: Get access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook Join the Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Like this show? Please leave a review! Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Goals are the first step towards planning for the future. Big and small, they can be the stepping-stones to a happier life, and the way we set them can make a difference to achieving them. So how do you go about setting goals? How do you make sure they are measurable, specific, and attainable? In this episode, I discuss five techniques for setting and achieving goals. In this episode we cover: Purpose and commitment Creating measurable and specific goals Being realistic and prioritizing Challenging yourself Gathering feedback and practicing self-awareness Follow Me on Social: Instagram Facebook Facebook Group One-on-one coaching sessions: Schedule Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Cory Camp joins the podcast. Cory’s been helping former athletes optimize their fitness, mindset, overall life performance, and the host of The Athletic Mindset podcast where he dives deep into the mental approach of elite athletes. We discuss bringing your awareness to new levels, achieving flow state, the dangers of putting your life on autopilot, and tips around balancing impatient action. In this episode we cover: Bringing your awareness to new levels Achieving flow state The dangers of putting your life on autopilot Balancing impatient action Follow Cory Camp: Instagram Facebook Twitter The Athletic Mindset Podcast www.corycamp.com Follow Me on Social: Instagram Facebook Facebook Group Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it possible to rewire the mind for optimal performance? The short answer is yes, but how do you take all of those puzzle pieces to form a new vision for psychological growth and self-mastery? In this episode, Ryan Bush joins the podcast to discuss exactly that. Creator of designingthemind.org with a vision to systematize self-improvement. Systems designer + author of Designing the Mind: The Principles of Psychitecture. In this episode we cover: Emotional algorithms and the art of restructuring Focusing on what you can control Behavior change and building habits Follow Designing the Mind and Sign Up For The Email Newsletter: Instagram Twitter Facebook Email Newsletter Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Social Media: Instagram - @themotivated_mind Facebook - The Motivated Mind Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Since episode 96 I’ve mentioned that I was going to bring one individual onto the podcast that has joined my one-on-one sessions, and today is that day! In this episode, Anna Vigdorov joins the podcast. We discuss gratitude and the importance of leveraging it daily, giving yourself grace, and finding growth in discomfort. In this episode we cover: Gratitude and leveraging it daily Giving yourself grace Finding growth in discomfort Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Social Media: Instagram - @themotivated_mind Facebook - The Motivated Mind Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During this pandemic many have found that their routines have shifted and bad habits have been compounded. People tend to repeat patterns from their past and those patterns are the ones that hinder your growth and hold you back from achieving greatness. In this episode, I discuss five techniques to reorganize, break your cycles, and create new frameworks to set yourself up for success. In this episode we cover: Starting at the end Being transparent and authentic Taking charge Thinking differently Going with the flow Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Anchor Social Media: Instagram: themotivated_mind Facebook: The Motivated Mind Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've all experienced moments where we feel stuck. Feeling like were not happy or completely fulfilled in life. This friction causes us to feel hopeless and helpless. In this episode, I discuss four tactics around leveraging these ruts and why this stagnant phase is so limiting. In this episode we cover: Focusing on your “why” before your “what” or “how” Showing up and be consistent Surrendering to the moment Shifting gears Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash: https://hashdash.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you start taking accountability for your choices? It can be easy to blame the world for our current position or lack of forward movement. Recognizing these moments allows us to acknowledge the role we play in our own life. In this episode, I discuss five tactics around accountability, identifying triggers, and shifting habits. In this episode we cover: Recognizing your choices Identifying your triggers Following through on your commitments Shifting your habits Forgiving yourself Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash: https://hashdash.com/ Simply CDB: Get 40% off of your entire order now when you visit https://simplycbdnow.com and use promo code 'motivated' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone wants to be happy and yet few are proactively seeking it. So how do you increase your happiness? Happiness is a choice. Each day you have the opportunity to create happiness. In this episode, I discuss four ways to create greater happiness and positivity in your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Jo-Aynne von Born joins the podcast, a certified professional coach, trainer, and a speaker for professional and personal development. We discuss mindfulness, creativity, and purpose over survival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We find ourselves in a position of persuasion almost daily. Whether that be something as small as persuading a friend to attend an event with us, persuading someone to purchase your product/services or persuading your employer for a raise. In this episode, I discuss four principles behind persuasion and how you can leverage those in your everyday life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pablo Picasso once stated that “Action is the foundational key to all success”. As humans we desire progress, but you need a process to achieve progress. In this episode, I discuss four key elements to marry your process with progress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does a healthy evening routine look like? Good habits drive success and having a healthy evening routine is no different. This structure allows clarity and purpose. In this episode, I discuss five evening routines to better equip you for the challenges of tomorrow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dealing with a narcissistic partner or finding the courage to escape that toxic environment can be challenging to say the very least. In this episode, Laura Colgan joins the podcast, an influencer who's traveled the world, visiting 7 countries, 46 states, 5 Canadian provinces, and most importantly creating a beacon of light for those that have been through a narcissistic relationship. We discuss gaslighting, narcissism, practicing gratitude, mental health awareness, and positivity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you practice creative thinking? We are at a point in history where creativity is more important than ever. Experiencing five years of growth packed into twelve months. All of this has created a need for greater adaptability and creative thinking. In this episode, I discuss four tactics around creative thinking, problem solving, and developing new ideas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Achieving success is hard work and usually an uphill battle, but we tend to make it more work than it needs to be. What if you could create a framework to shift your thinking and move out of your own way? In this episode, I discuss five tactics to reprogram your mind and become your biggest tool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you build resilience? The ability to bounce back from short-term struggles. Getting knocked down only means a temporary setback, as long as you can build the framework around it. What are some practices you can build around resilience and gaining more of it? In this episode, I discuss four of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stress comes from many different places and for many is further compounded by the way we think. While it's true that some things tend to be more stressful than others, we have the ability to control how that stress is processed. In this episode, I discuss five ways to approach stress and shift your thinking around it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you create a growth mindset as opposed to a fixed mindset? When you have a fixed mindset you see setbacks as signals that you're not good enough. With a growth mindset you see opportunity in your wrong turns. In this episode, I discuss five tactics around focusing on the future rather than the past and where to apply your energy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It can be easy to get caught up in your emotions and blame others for the way we feel or the situation we are in. Exploring your feelings gives you an opportunity to live differently and react differently. Others do not cause our feelings, we cause them ourselves. In this episode, I discuss how to own your feelings and how to break the cycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do we leverage skepticism? Being faced with skepticism gives us an opportunity to validate the truth. Life is about discovery, not about being certain. In this episode, I discuss four ways to embrace skepticism and allow it to open your mind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How many times do you find yourself distracted throughout your week? At some points it may feel like you're on a hamster wheel and that wheel keeps spinning, but it doesn't seem like things are moving forward. In this episode, I discuss seven tactics to deploy to crush your weeks while balancing selfcare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine if you were able to live in a world where you make a decision and stick to it. There is not a more obvious way to fail, than never trying at all. We tend to delay action because of fear. How do you get past that mindset? In this episode, I discuss four tactics to conquer fear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if we learned to live without regret? What if we learned to accept our decisions and trust the process? You have the ability to change tomorrow, today. In this episode, I discuss four tactics to remove regret from your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices