One of my pet peeves is when brands market themselves as “100% healthy”, but they’re really not. When you look at the list of ingredients, it’s a mile long and filled with tongue twisters you can’t even pronounce. 

It’s no wonder many people feel exhausted trying to decipher whether their food choices are healthy. 

My guest today is Jen Smiley, and she’s here to help you cut through that noise and give you the cold, hard FACTS on what companies put in their food and how that wreaks havoc on your body and mind. 

You’ll learn how to decode those sneaky ingredients that are zapping your energy and vitality and, instead, choose foods that leave you feeling amazing every day.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Why you don’t need a medical degree to discern which foods are good for you.
• Finding alternatives to the foods you love without all the harmful ingredients.
• Why inflammation is the greatest nemesis to your health.
• Why you’ll actually spend and eat less if you make the right food choices.
• The sneaky "healthy" foods you're likely having that cause inflammation.
• The common foods people eat daily that zap their energy levels.
• Why you should avoid omega-6, and what to use for cooking instead of oil.
• The deceptive marketing tactics companies use to get you to buy their products.

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Do you find that outside forces, such as difficult circumstances, painful events and other people’s actions, often dictate your mental & emotional state?

Would you like to change that so you are in control of your mental and emotional state? 

Today’s podcast episode is about how you can overcome any challenge you face and choose to be the happiest and most grateful you’ve ever been even while you are enduring the most difficult circumstances in your life.  

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• There are no failures in life. Only opportunities for growth.
• Using urgency as an ally in making lasting changes.
• How to win the morning (even if you’re not a morning person).
• None of us has life figured out. Ditch the ego, and don’t be afraid to learn from others.
• The 5-minute rule for dealing with extreme anger and disappointment.
• Resisting your current reality makes it more difficult to change it.
• Staying with difficult emotions is always better than running away from them. 

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In the pursuit of becoming the best versions of ourselves, we often fall into the trap of trying to change several habits at once, hoping that’ll get us faster to the finish line. But let’s be real here, it rarely works out that way.

The truth is, when we try to change too much at once, we end up feeling overwhelmed and discouraged. It’s like we’re trying to juggle many balls, and eventually, they all come crashing down. And then what? We revert back to our old ways, defeated and frustrated.

But there’s a better way, and that’s what this episode is all about. You’ll learn why it’s better when you tackle only ONE habit at a time. 

You’ll also learn how to gain clarity on which habit you should take a swing at first, the one that will make the biggest impact on your life, and my top strategy for making it easy to follow through on your habits each day. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Why the quality of your life is determined by the quality of your habits.
• How to break down grandiose goals into daily manageable actions.
• If you feel overwhelmed, try eliminating just ONE bad habit.
• What to do when you hit a plateau.
• Tiny changes = remarkable long-term results.
• Why stacking your habits makes it easier to follow through on them.
• The blueprint for making sustainable changes to your daily routines.

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Today, I'm inviting you to eavesdrop on an extraordinary conversation that I just had with Ruby Fremon, my friend and author of the new book, Potent Leadership: Drop the Mast, Ignite the Real You, and Reclaim the Leader Within. 

While there are many online "influencers" who claim to be leaders and show off their fancy lifestyles on social media, Ruby has made a name for herself by embodying a rare level of authenticity and courage (what she calls "potency") in how she leads. In fact, as you'll hear today, it was one of her bold social media posts that inspired me to reach out and invite her to be a guest on the podcast! 

It takes tremendous courage to rise above that noise and own your voice, but it's crucial if you want to unleash your unique leadership abilities and make a significant impact on the world. 

In our conversation, Ruby shares her powerful concept of Potent Leadership. She shows us how we can apply it in our own lives, starting from how we talk to ourselves, when interacting with others, or running our businesses. You'll discover why traditional notions of leadership are often flawed and learn what it takes to be a potent leader in today's world.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• How to foster unity in a culture that promotes division.
• Maintaining composure when facing online attacks.
• Authentic leadership starts from the heart, not from the ego.
• Avoiding falling into the trap of leading for popularity and likes.
• The differences between leading with intention vs. leading for attention.

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Why are your beliefs so important? Because they determine your actions and ultimately your results. 

I would argue that one of the simplest yet most profound statements ever made was by Henry Ford when he said, “Whether you think (believe) you can or you think (believe) you can’t, you’re right either way.” 

When life is tough, staying positive and optimistic can seem impossible. But here's the thing - what we choose to believe has a massive impact on our outcomes in life.

In today’s episode, I had the honor to be interviewed by the talented Jay Scherr. Jay has a knack for bringing out the best in his guests, and this conversation was no different. 

We discussed how beliefs shape our realities and how to cultivate an unstoppable mindset even in the harshest circumstances. You’ll also learn how to challenge negative beliefs and replace them with empowering ones. 

You’ll also hear me talk about my mom, how much of a rockstar she really is and the documentary that is in the works to show some love to the woman who means so much to me. Enjoy!

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The ONE belief that made me one of the top salespeople in Cutco Cutlery’s history.
•  We will find evidence to support whatever beliefs we have.
• Being aware of the dark side of extreme positivity.
• How pain and trauma can be our greatest teachers if we allow them.
• Progress is rarely a sudden leap but often the result of small steps taken daily.
• Recognizing that only you are responsible and have the power to create your reality.

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Have you ever wondered how some people are able to remain relaxed, calm, and seem to be genuinely happy no matter what life throws at them, while others seem to live in a constant state of stress? What’s the first (albeit smaller) group’s secret? 

If you’re someone who allows external circumstances to dictate your mood, this episode is for you. Today, I’ll show you how to remain calm and centered, no matter how difficult life gets. You’ll learn the exact tools I use to deal with stressful situations and how I see these moments from a fresh perspective instead of letting them ruin my day. 

You’ll also learn how finding inner peace helps you make better decisions and bring out the best in you and your loved ones in each moment.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Why inner peace is the doorway to productivity and happiness.
• Every waking moment is an opportunity for choosing gratitude.
• How pursuing happiness makes you unhappy.
• The power of taking full responsibility for how you react to life’s challenges.
• How suffering and past traumas make us grow.
• Why you don’t need to feel happy to find inner peace.

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If you are an entrepreneur who feels overworked and overwhelmed, today’s episode is for you. My guest is the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of the new book, Buy Back Your Time, a game-changer for entrepreneurs who want to grow their business without sacrificing their freedom.

 In our discussion, we go over the greatest mistakes entrepreneurs make when they think about hiring people, how working harder and more hours may stunt the growth of your business, and how to scale fast while avoiding burnout.

 KEY TAKEAWAYS

• How Dan went from being in prison to running the largest software CEO coaching program in the world.
• How to use the Buy Back Principle to assess which changes you need to make.
• Why your beliefs set the tone for your future successes (or failures).
• How to build your empire while still enjoying your best life ever.
• Top hiring practices for rapid growth.

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So many people I know suffer from sleep disorders, and I used to be one of them. My sleeping schedule was a mess for the better half of a year, averaging 2-4 hours each night, so I know how bad it can get.  

As a result of chronic sleep deprivation, I developed severe anxiety, depression, and PTSD as a result. But I found a way out, and that’s why I am passionate about sharing what I did with anyone who needs help.

In today’s episode, I’ll tell you exactly how I overcame my struggles with sleep, so you don’t have to go through that same misery. I also share my evening routine for falling and staying asleep, including which supplements I take, what I read to fall asleep faster, and the mindset that allows me to have a deep, restful sleep each night.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• What I learned about sleep supplementation by trying dozens of sleep aids.
• How I tweaked my nighttime ritual to improve my sleep drastically.
• How the food you eat and when you eat affects how well you sleep.
• Why different books activate different parts of your brain and how that affects sleep.
• The quality of your thoughts before bed affects how well-rested you’ll wake up the next morning.

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We humans are facing many daunting challenges that sometimes make it difficult to find hope in the world today. But as circumstances get tougher, the need for each of us to step up as leaders, who embody the best human qualities, is greater than ever.

You might be thinking, “I’m not cut out to be a leader” but the reality is that everyone who influences another person—whether at home, at work, or in relationships with loved ones— is a leader. And that’s what we’re discussing in today’s episode—how you can show up at your best, for those you love and those you lead.

Today I start by sharing and expanding on an excerpt from the powerful Who Do We Choose To Be by Margaret J. Wheatley. You’ll learn how anyone can choose to be a leader through acts of courage, compassion, and love.

In combination with Margaret Wheatley’s expertise, I’m sharing insights that will help you determine where you can step up as a leader and the mindset that will allow you to show up at your best, even in times of uncertainty and chaos.

KEY LEARNINGS:

• To change the world, you need to change yourself first.
• Leadership doesn’t have to be global. You can lead through many small and thoughtful acts each day.
• How focusing on what you excel at makes you a better leader.
• If you’re influencing other people, you’re a leader.
• The power of defining your vision of the type of leader you want to be.
• Why great leaders focus only on the things they can control.
• The importance of being grateful despite your difficult circumstances.

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Are you the type of person that is afraid to take chances in life due to self-doubt and fear of rejection or embarrassment? Self-doubt and fear of failure can be paralyzing at times, but I’ve found that breakthroughs happen when you take risks and put yourself out there.

On that note, today’s episode is a special one. I’m sharing the potential preface to the Updated & Expanded version of The Miracle Morning book coming out in September. It includes a story I’ve never told before and the risk I took that led to an incredible breakthrough.

You’ll also get a peek behind the curtain of the development of the Miracle Morning Movie, why I decided to go through with the movie during the hardest days of my battle with cancer, and I also share the key lesson I learned from this experience and how you can use it to reach your own breakthroughs.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• How mustering up the courage to meet one of my favorite authors turned into something beyond what I could have ever imagined!
• The power of breaking through your fears and creating your own luck.
• How Robert Kiyosaki, Mel Robbins, and Robin Sharma came to be in the Miracle Morning movie.
• The #1 lesson I learned from today’s stories and how you can apply it to your life.

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Have you ever received 1-on-1 coaching from a professional coach? Well, today’s episode is essentially that—me giving you my best coaching/advice on how to reach your goals in 2023.

For more than 10 years (2004-2016), I coached hundreds of individuals to achieve goals like advancing their career, starting or growing a business, increasing their income, losing weight, improving health, writing a book, and just about any other goal you can think of.

Today you’ll get my best coaching on how to overcome life’s inevitable obstacles that derail most people from reaching their goals. I also share strategies to uplevel your Miracle Morning and some of the other routines I’m using to make this year my best ever, so that you can achieve your goals and create the life of your dreams in 2023.

We’re also going to follow up on the 4-steps to making 2023 your best year ever, which I shared with you a few weeks ago.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Why perspective makes all the difference when it comes to challenging times.
• Obstacles aren’t bad. They’re an invitation for you to show up at your best.
• The importance of focusing your energy only on things you can control.
• Why experiencing gratitude is my top priority each morning.
• How to see yourself not as who you were but as the person you can become.
• Strategies to uplevel your SAVERS in 2023.
• How visualizing yourself crushing your goals sets you up for success.

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Do you ever struggle with changing your habits and behaviors? Today’s guest believes that lifestyle changes don’t have to be unpleasant and that you can even make them fun and enjoyable.

Mae Steigler was the first employee at Organifi and is now their CEO, playing a crucial role in getting Organifi on the INC. 5000’s fastest growing companies list and being awarded Forbes Great Places to Work more than four years in a row.

In our conversation, we discuss the strategy for making lasting behavior changes in a fun and enjoyable way. You’ll learn how to rewire your beliefs to get better results and the power of incremental improvements each day instead of overhauling your entire lifestyle on day one.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Why change is effortless if you do it through activities you enjoy.
• The quality of your thoughts determines the results you get in life. Change your mind to change your behavior.
• Always start with “why” when deciding to change your lifestyle.
• Be 1% better every day and enjoy the compounding effect of your actions.
• Focus on the process instead of the outcome. The score will take care of itself.
• The importance of food quality and how Organifi makes superfoods accessible worldwide.
• Why the habits that served you 20 years ago may not serve you today.

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