Have you ever been in a scenario where you felt your idea wasn't perfect enough to be shared? Felt a heavy weight on your chest when the outcome of your efforts couldn't match up to your expectations? Let us help you unravel the paradox of perfection in this soul-stirring conversation. We kick off the episode with raw and personal anecdotes about o…

Join us as we discuss our favorite strategies and philosophies around anxiety and depression. Can you be addicted to anxiety? We use Judson Brewer's book Unwinding Anxiety and Johann Hari's book Lost Connections as a guide to navigating depression, anxiety, and more. Here are the seven of the root causes and solutions discussed in the episode: Disc…

In this episode, Tony and Brian interview Lexi and Nico about their experience thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail. They discuss how their dream became a reality as well as: How to Pursue a Passion Learning from Obstacles and setbacks How to persevere in situations where most people quit How to find balance in times of stress How to find a community …

In this episode, Tony and Brian discuss: Is free will an illusion? How one small change in your mindset can reduce Anxiety and Worry Why new decision making strategies can have a major impact on your life The superpower of letting go Are negative experiences the most important? The impact of indecision and how to move past it Why biases are limitin…

How to take all the king's rice Why 80% of your effort is probably a complete waste How the one percent rule can make you into a productivity machine How pillows, grease, and brakes took a sports team from worst to first How to know if you are too spread out or focused Why consistency is underrated Find free worksheets, blog posts, and insightful b…

How To Live Like A Millionaire - And How To Do It Without Money How much money do you need to be happy? Why comparison is in our genetics Why we care so much about money Why lottery winners wind up miserable Live your dream life for way less than you suspect What the science says about happiness and money Episode Summary: Why does society view mone…

In this episode, Anthony and Brian discuss how hope is one of the fundamental emotions giving us purpose in life, how to cultivate hope through positivity, Brian’s experience with hope and cancer, tools to build positivity and hope, and how to live a long and fulfilling life, and many other gems throughout the episode. Show Notes: https://www.egola…

In this episode, Anthony and Brian discuss letting go of the stigma associated with failure, why it’s important to separate failures from your identity, and how to create a personal society with the people who share your values. Learn how to find silver linings in every challenge and the benefits of having an accountability buddy! Timestamps (00:35…

Get a taste of the Ego Lab PodcastBy Anthony Carl & Brian Faust

"Time is really the only capital that any human being has, and the only thing he can't afford to lose." Thomas Edison. In this episode, we discuss ideas and strategies you can use to make the most valuable use of your time. (0:00) - Intro (2:33) - Peter Thiel “Why can’t you do it in 6 months?” (3:34) - Warren Buffet’s attention prioritizing strateg…

Prepare for take-off with Anthony and Brian! Does your life sometimes feel like a sailboat adrift in vast, turbulent seas without a clear destination? Welcome, dear listeners, as we navigate together towards defining our personal destinations and discovering the journey to get there. We'll look at how to embrace the present, align decisions with co…