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Despite so many studies being done on improving ourselves, it can be hard to find specific, actionable steps to make our lives better. Bestselling authors cut out the jargon and pop psychology to give insight and tips to be a better you. If you want proven ways and applicable tips to live a better life, listen in weekly and improve your life from the inside out!
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You know that guy that reads all the time, and always has a book recommendation for you? Well, I read and/or produce hundreds of audiobooks a year, and when I read one that has good material, I feature it here. This is my Recommended Listening list. These choices are not influenced by authors or sponsors, just books worthy of your consideration.
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Discover why some people progress 100x faster than others, and how you can harness those secrets. Whatever you want to do or accomplish, there is always going to be a learning curve. The question is - can you overcome it quickly enough to get to your goals? Or will the slow progress make you give up? Refine your practice strategy to reach your pote…
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Learn how this former wildland firefighter became a million dollar real estate agent, and how you can do it too! Get inspired by this incredible journey from the frontlines to the real estate market. Million Dollar Agent: The proven playbook to build a real estate empire By: Nick McLean Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/3SDqjxO https://mcleancoaching.c…
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Discover how to unlock your inner powerhouse and master self-discipline using brain science. Learn the secrets to achieving your goals and reaching your full potential. Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/3RQsieZ 00:00:00 Unlock Your Inner Powerhouse 00:02:22 The Biology Of Self-Control. 00:09:50 Understanding Delayed Gratification. 00:15:52 What Does I…
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On FIRE: Achieve Financial Independence (even with kids) Take Early Retirement Using this Money Secret By: Tom Cromwell Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/OnFireCromwell https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08WTBPTHT Are you afraid you will have to work until you drop? Are you fed up with your job, the 9-5, and want to escape? Can’t work out how to square that ci…
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Discover what it truly means to achieve career success and learn how to unlock your potential. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/excelatmeetings This video delves into the various definitions of success, from promotions and high salaries to power and recognition. We explore proven techniques and strategies to boost your chances of excelling in your car…
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Rapid Idea Generation: How to Create, Innovate, Conceive, and Invent From Scratch [Second Edition] (Think Smarter, Not Harder Book 5) By Peter Hollins Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/rapid-idea How to systematically engineer creativity from nothing and unleash your inner ingenuity. Creative thinking is surrounded by so much mystique and myth. It’s ti…
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Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/3u0rxtc Haley remembers her best friend from first grade, Kitty. The two first met when they were seated next to one another in homeroom, and they spent every weekday together at school . . . and soon every weekend, too. They’d talk for hours or just do homework together in silence or walk home together from afterscho…
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Philosophies on Self-Discipline: Lessons from History’s Greatest Thinkers on How to Start, Endure, Finish, & Achieve (Live a Disciplined Life Book 7) By Peter Hollins Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/philosophieshollins https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08H1BSFCV 8 meditations on goal achievement and getting things done no matter the circumstances. Instead o…
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Feeling down? This video dives into Nick Trenton's book The Anxiety Cure, exploring science-backed daily habits that can boost your mood! We'll unpack a 2015 study by Christopher Cascio on self-affirmation and the brain, then explore practices like: Building a flexible routine Cultivating gratitude Meditation for a happier you The power of positive…
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00:00:00 Endless Energy: A Blueprint for Productivity, Focus, and Self-Discipline 00:09:59 Pyramidal Thinking. 00:26:21 Physical Energy Vampires 00:35:43 Sleep, Circadian, and Ultradian Rhythms 00:48:28 Eating For Glucose. 00:58:27 Shoring Up Deficiencies. 01:02:10 A Note On Water. Endless Energy: A Blueprint for Productivity, Focus, and Self-Disci…
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Stop overthinking, become present, and find peace. Feeling overwhelmed by negativity? Today's episode is here to spark a light. We're diving into Chapter One of Nick Trenton's book, "The Anxiety Cure," specifically the powerful concept of "Keeping the Flame of Hope Burning." Nick Trenton, by the way, you can find more about him on his website, bit.…
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Discover why some people progress 100x faster than others, and how you can harness those secrets. Whatever you want to do or accomplish, there is always going to be a learning curve. The question is - can you overcome it quickly enough to get to your goals? Or will the slow progress make you give up? Refine your practice strategy to reach your pote…
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00:00:00 ACE Your Exams, Tests, & Quizzes 00:07:52 Start Your Revision Early. 00:11:26 Maintain Good Study Habits. 00:16:57 Identify Your Preferred Learning Style. 00:18:24 The Auditory Type. 00:25:25 Create An Examination Checklist. 00:28:09 Gather Practical Examination Details. 00:31:43 Don’t Skimp on Proper Breaks ACE Your Exams, Tests, & Quizze…
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The Ultimate Guide to Investing in Cryptocurrency: How to Make Money on Blockchain, Defi, Bitcoin, Altcoins, NFTs, and the Next Big Thing: The Metaverse By: Christie Brothers Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/3HtSjgy https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09Y274NWQ The Ultimate Guide to Investing in Cryptocurrency How to Make Money on Blockchain, Defi, Bitcoin, A…
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00:00:00 Five Traits 00:00:06 Trait 1 - Likeability and warmth. 00:01:15 Trait 2 - Power and influence. 00:02:17 Trait 3 - Emotional intelligence. 00:03:26 Trait 4 - Presence, awareness and self-control. 00:04:40 Trait 5 - Social intelligence and leadership. 00:05:54 In West Philadelphia, born and raised 00:17:34 Jane Fonda told the New York Times …
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00:00:00 Think Like Einstein 00:02:28 Intellectual Curiosity. 00:08:34 Willpower And Discipline. 00:14:27 Intellectual Honesty. 00:19:46 A Dash Of Polymathy. Think Like a Genius: How to Go Outside the Box, Analyze Deeply, Creatively Solve Problems, and Innovate (Mental Models for Better Living Book 5) By: Peter Hollins Hear it Here - http://bit.ly/…
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The Anxiety Cure: 37 Science-Based (5-Minute) Methods to Beat Back the Blues, Stay Positive, and Finally Relax (The Path to Calm Book 15) By: Nick Trenton Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/3SztAyt https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CHRKR876 Small neuroscience tweaks that can completely change your relationship with your own thoughts. Time to find your anxiet…
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The Hidden Cost of Money: How Financial Forces Shape Our Lives & the World Around Us By: Sebastian Bunney Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/4bhrRDt https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPNGJF5L Everything is Downstream of Money Do you ever feel like you're treading water, struggling to keep up with the rising tide of expenses? From groceries to housing to tran…
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While anyone can hop on a plane and fly anywhere in the world for work or a holiday, investigative journalist Michael McCarthy combines the two, using his frequent press trips as research for hundreds of stories of his travels to nearly 50 countries. While ostensibly reporting about places to stay, where to go and what to do on vacation, he also ke…
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00:00:07 How to Suffer Well 00:00:54 The Buddhists tell a story that goes like this 00:14:40 What Frankl brought to the discussion of suffering was the question of recovery. 00:22:08 The Buddha put forward his four noble truths, which go like this 00:35:16 A Buddhist parable tells of a young monk and his wise older teacher on a journey. How to Suff…
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A Secret History of Consciousness: By Gary Lachman Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/3SujrCp https://www.amazon.com/dp/1584200111 For the last four centuries, science has tried to account for everything in terms of atoms and molecules and the physical laws they adhere to. Recently, this effort was extended to try to include the inner world of human bei…
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While anyone can hop on a plane and fly anywhere in the world for work or a holiday, investigative journalist Michael McCarthy combines the two, using his frequent press trips as research for hundreds of stories of his travels to nearly 50 countries. While ostensibly reporting about places to stay, where to go and what to do on vacation, he also ke…
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00:00:00 The Self-Learning Blueprint 00:06:25 The Myth Of Requirements 00:20:24 Macro And Micro Planning The Self-Learning Blueprint: A Strategic Plan to Break Down Complex Topics, Comprehend Deeply, and Teach Yourself Anything By Peter Hollins Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/selflearningblueprinthollins https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TQ6HKTR An approa…
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Feeling stuck in a rut? Fear of change holding you back? This video dives deep into the Kelley and Connor Change Model, a powerful framework designed to help you navigate change with confidence. We'll explore proven strategies to overcome the fear of failure and past negative experiences, and learn how to reframe change as an opportunity for growth…
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00:00:00 Think like Socrates 00:05:54 Chapter 1. A Man of Mystery 00:12:18 The birth of Socratic Questioning. 00:19:04 On Knowledge 00:31:26 The Steps Of Socratic Questioning 00:34:56 Approaches To Socratic Questioning Think Like Socrates: Unlock the Power of Socratic Questioning to Improve Your Critical Thinking and Persuasion Skills. By: Steven S…
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The keys to preventing and dealing with conflict or other uncomfortable situations. Identify your communication style, and why it might be holding you back Exactly how much eye contact to use for emotional connection One acronym to substantially improve your conversations How to “hear” people’s emotions and make people trust you Defusing conflict a…
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Neuro-Learning: Principles from the Science of Learning on Information Synthesis, Comprehension, Retention, and Breaking Down Complex Subjects (Learning how to Learn Book 7) By Peter Hollins Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurolearninghollins https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082RDLL3C Work with your brain, not against it. Use neuroscience foundations to l…
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The Center Of The Universe Is Right Between Your Eyes But Home Is Where The Heart Is By Matthew J. Pallamary 00:00:00 The Center Of The Universe 00:04:14 G. I Gurdjieff, an influential mystic and spiritual leader 00:08:16 In Theosophy the third eye is typically related to the pineal gland. 00:13:23 THE WORLD'S OLDEST PROFESSION Hear it Here - https…
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You are missing out on so many relationships in your life. Communication is the bedrock of our relationships. But we often don’t know how to express ourselves, or truly hear others. Make sure that you are not letting amazing people pass you by. Increase your social and emotional awareness. Conversations Skills Training is truly about arming you wit…
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Ever wondered how introverts not only survived but thrived throughout history? 00:00:00 The Science of Introverts 00:01:13 The Prefrontal Cortex 00:17:39 Brain Chemicals 00:28:40 Background Noise 00:34:46 How Did Introverts Survive Evolution? The Science of Introverts: Explore the Personality Spectrum for Self-Discovery, Self-Awareness, & Self-Care…
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Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/4b7m5W4 So let’s take a curious, neutral, almost scientific attitude to the problem. First, what is laziness? Laziness can be defined as the conscious unwillingness to put in the necessary effort required for a task, encompassing both mental and physical exertion. People are often lazy even though they know that being…
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Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/424ALBp Stop making bad decisions because of misunderstood numbers. Learn the math essentials that give you the clarity you've missed. Your future is a sum of your decisions. Transform your life's trajectory—one calculation at a time. From budgets to big dreams, unlock the math standing between you and the life you wa…
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00:00:00 The Critical Thinker 00:02:42 The Basics of Critical Thinking 00:05:55 Creative Critical Thinking 00:08:51 Benefits of Critical Thinking 00:39:53 Exercise 1 00:41:00 Exercise 2 Improve your critical thinking skills with Steven Schuster in this insightful video. Learn how to make better decisions and think more critically in any situation. …
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30 Days to Self-Discipline: A Blueprint to Bust Laziness, Escape the Couch, Become a Machine, and Accomplish Your Every Goal (Practical Self-Discipline 2.ed) (Live a Disciplined Life Book 9) By: Peter Hollins Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/3ew4v2b https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08X3SBMCV A true guide for procrastinators, slackers, couch potatoes. In 30…
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Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/424ALBp Stop making bad decisions because of misunderstood numbers. Learn the math essentials that give you the clarity you've missed. Your future is a sum of your decisions. Transform your life's trajectory—one calculation at a time. From budgets to big dreams, unlock the math standing between you and the life you wa…
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The Art of Practice: Accelerate Your Learning, Quickly Build Expertise, and Perform Like a Pro (Learning how to Learn Book 25) By: Peter Hollins 00:00:00 The art of practice. 00:02:15 The Deliberate Practice Roadmap 00:16:59 Slow Practice 00:21:26 Understanding Energy Levels 00:30:46 Embrace the Growth Mindset 00:31:57 Be Aware of Cognitive Biases …
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The Timeless Investment Strategy: Everything You Need To Start Making Money In The Stock Market Today (Investpreneurs Book 1) By: Bill Grand 00:00:00 The Timeless Investment Strategy 00:07:37 Investment vs. Speculation 00:31:08 Introducing Mr. Market and the Market Psychology Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/investmentgrand https://www.amazon.com/dp/B…
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An Updated Investment Strategy for the Intelligent Investor: A Stock Market Investment Guide to Grow and Protect your Money using Dynamic Portfolio Management By: Tom Cromwell Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/InvestmentStrategyCromwell https://www.amazon.com/dp/B091WL6BZF Discover the fortune that lies hidden in the stock market for everyone who wants…
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Hear it Here - adbl.co/3NGOSXs Figure out what you need, focus on that, and ignore the rest. That's the actual key to success in life. Learning can be OVERWHELMING. So much info, so little time. But what matters? What will actually help you get an A+ grade, or take you to the next promotion? Read this book. Find the 20% of knowledge that will contr…
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00:00:00 Learn Like a Polymath 00:01:46 Two Paths to Polymathy 00:24:46 Cross-Pollination as the Key 00:32:34 Guidelines and a Plan Learn Like a Polymath: How to Teach Yourself Anything, Develop Multidisciplinary Expertise, and Become Irreplaceable (Learning how to Learn Book 12) By Peter Hollins Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/learnlikeapolymathholl…
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Hear it Here - adbl.co/3NGOSXs Figure out what you need, focus on that, and ignore the rest. That's the actual key to success in life. Learning can be OVERWHELMING. So much info, so little time. But what matters? What will actually help you get an A+ grade, or take you to the next promotion? Read this book. Find the 20% of knowledge that will contr…
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Easily listen to The Science of Self in your podcast app of choice at https://bit.ly/ScienceOfSelfPodcastHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3vumSjN 00:00:00 Hello listeners 00:03:44 Researchers at Johns Hopkins 00:13:57 Know When to Take a Break 00:15:50 A study conducted by researchers at the National Institutes of Health • Research suggests that prac…
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The Social Singularity: How decentralization will allow us to transcend politics, create global prosperity, and avoid the robot apocalypse By: Max Borders 00:00:00 The social singularity 00:04:23 CHAPTER ONE THE END OF POLITICS 00:12:25 The Worst in Us 00:16:07 Hobbits and Hooligans 00:20:07 A Teardrop in the Ocean 00:23:23 The Unicorn Problem 00:2…
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Hear it Here - adbl.co/3SztAyt The Anxiety Cure is a simple guide to making your every waking moment a calm one. It’s not full of woo-woo advice that you can’t use—it’s 100% actions that you will scientifically reduce your anxiety, and also increase your happiness, dopamine, serotonin, you name it. Each idea has true science behind it, and includes…
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Easily listen to The Science of Self in your podcast app of choice at https://bit.ly/ScienceOfSelfPodcast Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/PowerOfSelfDiscipline 00:00:00 Hello, listeners 00:06:39 Personal motivation 00:13:03 The SD = (PeM+PoB) − (dc + ds) formula 00:16:06 If-then statements 00:18:20 Peter Gollwitzer 00:23:10 According to Oxford Dictio…
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Fire up your lanterns of liberty! We're diving into the first two chapters of Thomas Paine's revolutionary pamphlet, "Common Sense." Published in 1776, this powerful text challenged the British monarchy and ignited the flames of American independence. In this video, we'll explore Paine's arguments against hereditary government, analyze his concept …
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Perpetually Broke: Living Beyond Your Income? Get a Financial Makeover in 7 hours, and Achieve Prosperity By 40! By Tom Cromwell Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/perpetuallybroke 00:00:00 Perpetually broke 00:03:38 Running Out of Money before Next Payday 00:06:33 Not Knowing the Size of Overdraft or Debt 00:16:25 Paying off Debt that Eats a Huge Chunk…
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Hear it Here - adbl.co/3SztAyt Small neuroscience tweaks that can completely change your relationship with your own thoughts. Time to find your anxiety cure instead of endlessly thinking about it. Anxiety is a funny thing. We can’t always define it, but we know it when we have or don’t have it. Well, forget defining it—just use scientific and psych…
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Easily listen to The Science of Self in your podcast app of choice at https://bit.ly/ScienceOfSelfPodcast 00:00:00 Hello listeners 00:02:08 1. Encoding 2. Storage 3. Retrieval 00:13:21 The study cycle 00:28:10 Spaced repetition 00:35:34 Takeaways Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/3Lz7o1b • Learning relies on memory, and memory is in turn an interplay …
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