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Running, endurance sports, and high-performance mindset topics hosted by running coach and certified high-performance mindset coach Jay Tiegs & running coach Angi Betran. The show features inspiring interviews with athletes, top coaches, best-selling authors, and everyday people with inspiring stories. Our mission is to inspire you, empower you, and provide tactics you can use to enhance your love of running & endurance sports, cultivate a growth mindset, and live a better life. More at: htt ...
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How to Be Your Own Bodyguarrd with Alan Earl
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Learn strategies to stay safe in an unpredictable world with former high-threat environment protector Alan Earl. During our in-depth discussion, we equip you with the tools to enhance your situational awareness, adopt a criminal's mindset for self-protection, and navigate potential dangers with confidence. For runners, cyclists, and everyday indivi…
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Spring Clean Your Running: 5 Tips to Refresh
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After slogging through the long, cold months of winter, there’s this collective itch we all start to feel – an itch for change, for warmth, and for shedding the old to make way for the new. And what better time to "spring clean" our running routines than now? It’s not just about getting back out there in shorts and soaking up the sun (though let’s …
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Travel Fitness Unpacked: 5 Tips to Maintain The Pace
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Ever wondered how to maintain your fitness mojo when you're crisscrossing time zones or stuck in a hotel room? Angie and Jay pull back the curtain on keeping your workout routine on point, no matter where your travels take you. We kick off with a candid reflection on our own fitness journeys. Plus, we highlight the undeniable link between fitness, …
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From Race Day to Everyday: Embracing Mindset for Life's Longest Races
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In this inspiring episode of the "Do Hard Things" podcast, Jay and Angi talk about the importance of mindset, from the starting line of race day to the continuous path of everyday life, exploring the transformative power of endurance. Drawing from the rich terrain of endurance sports, Jay and Angi reveal how the principles that lead to athletic suc…
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Embracing Identity: A Veteran's Journey Through Transition with Kairi Saraya
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When Kairi Saraya walked into our studio, a wave of stories untold and life experiences unbeknownst to many came with her. As a former Air Force veteran turned advocate, Kairi's tale isn't just about service to the country, but also about the courage in serving her true self. Today's heartfelt discussion unveils the complex fabric of the transgende…
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Training or Straining? Avoid Overtraining Syndrome
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Ever hit that wall where your legs feel like lead and your motivation is as fleeting as a mirage? Angi and I certainly have, and we're here to take you on a journey between pushing our limits and crashing into the unwelcome arms of overtraining. Angie\ opens up about her grueling encounter with shin splints during a Ragnar race prep, painting a viv…
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Be a Life Warrior with Muyiwa Abediyi
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Have you ever wondered how an active lifestyle can profoundly shift your mindset? This week, we're joined by the great and powerful Muyiwa Abediyi, host of the Day In and Day Out podcast, who brings his infectious enthusiasm for running and a wealth of insight on the mental fortitude needed to push past personal boundaries. Together, we peel back t…
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Mapping Success: An Intro to Map Trekking
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In this episode of the Do Hard Things Podcast, we provide an overview the demanding sport of Rogaining, aka Map Trekking, Discover how the principles of Rogaining—strategic planning, teamwork, and adaptation—parallel the essential life skills of punctuality, presence, service, preparedness, competence, and self-reliance. We unpack the mantra that h…
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Mind Over Miles: Staying Motivated on Long Runs
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In this episode we dive into the mental marathon of long-distance running. Whether you're training for a half-marathon, marathon, or ultramarathon, maintaining mental motivation is just as crucial as physical preparation. We'll explore effective strategies to keep your mind engaged and motivated mile after mile. We also dive into the "Bannister Eff…
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Pacing the Run: Embracing Negative Splits and Nurturing Personal Growth
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Join Jay and Angi in this enlightening episode as they unravel the world of running splits, a crucial concept for runners of all levels seeking to improve their performance and understanding of pacing. Whether you're eyeing a personal best or just aiming to finish strong, knowing how to effectively use running splits can be your game-changer. From …
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Running Facts vs Fiction: An Uncommon Approach to Common Myths
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Join Jay and Angi in a myth-busting episode as we sprint through the most common running myths and bring you the truth straight from the track. From debunking the one-size-fits-all training approach to unraveling misconceptions about gear, diet, and form, we tackle the tall tales that can sideline runners. But here's the kicker – it's not just abou…
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The Imposter Within with Rocky Garza
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Ever feel like an imposter? Imagine unlocking the secrets to self-acceptance and a confidence that resonates from within. That's exactly what clarity coach and speaker Rocky Garza invites us to do in a conversation that is as raw as it is revolutionary. With Rocky's guidance, we peel back the layers of our own narratives to confront the fears and d…
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In the Zone: The 5 Running Paces For Peak Performance
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Dive deep into strategic pace training in this episode of the Do Hard Things podcast with your hosts, Jay and Angi. Without getting caught up in specific formulas, we explore the universal principles behind effective pace training that can improve your running. Whether you’re aiming to boost your endurance, speed, or overall performance, understand…
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The Slow Lane: 6 Unexpected Benefits of Slow Running
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Ever wondered why some runners seem to effortlessly glide through marathons while others huff and puff their way to the finish line? Angie and I unravel this mystery and more as we share the surprising advantages of hitting the brakes on your running routine. Slowing down, it turns out, is not just for the tortoises of the world – it's a strategy p…
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As we hit the two-week mark of the new year, many of us find ourselves at a pivotal juncture with our resolutions. In this episode of the Do Hard Things podcast, Jay and Angi delve into the art of transforming fleeting resolutions into lasting routines. Join us as we discuss practical strategies to move beyond the initial rush of New Year's enthusi…
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Racing the Clock in Castlewood: Urban Adventure and Unlikely Partnerships
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Ever wonder what it's like to team up with a near stranger for a grueling 8-hour adventure race? That's exactly the twist fate handed me and my new partner, Greg, after my original teammate had to bow out due to injury. Our impromptu duo faced the Castlewood 8-hour adventure race head-on, and this podcast is your opportunity to ride shotgun through…
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Measure Twice, Cut Once. What get's measured changes.
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Dive into the second week of our 28-Day Challenge with the Do Hard Things podcast as we explore the transformative power of Pearson's Law. "That which is measured and recorded improves exponentially." This episode unpacks the science of incremental gains and how systematic tracking can lead to unexpected levels of improvement. Join Jay and Angi as …
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Live Inspired: Nick Klingensmith's Journey from Cancer to Spartan Athlete
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Buckle up, as we journey through Nick Klingensmith's harrowing yet triumphant saga, where he turns his darkest moments into milestones of victory. Embarking on an intimate exploration of resilience, Nick opens up about the grit it takes to conquer cancer, addiction, and a spectrum of health battles. His is a narrative that stretches beyond mere sur…
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Happy New Year Resolution Pitfalls and how to prepare for DHT28 Challenge
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Welcome Friends/Citizens of the Do Hard Things Nation to another episode of the Do Hard Things Podcast, I am Jay Tiegs, your running coach, certified high-performance mindset and life coach, and founder of the Do Hard Things Nation and I would like to welcome you to another episode of the DHT Podcast. If you want to make 2024 your best, you must av…
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Do Hard Things 28-Day Challenge: Unleashing Discipline and High-Performance Habits for the New Year
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Get ready to tackle the "Do Hard Things 28" challenge, an intense 28-day adventure designed to instill high-performance habits and kickstart self-improvement for the new year. As your host, I bring my background as a father, coach, and army retiree into play, sharing my unwavering belief in the power of discipline and physical rigor to unlock perso…
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FITMAS Finale: Day 12 of 12: Buddy Run Challenge
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Today's Challenge: Buddy Run Activity: Run with a friend or family member. Aim for a minimum of 1 mile. Bonus points if your buddy is a non-runner—let's inspire and uplift! Your Reflections: Share a photo or video from your Buddy Run. Tag us and use #12DaysOfFitmasDHT. Tell us about your buddy's Fitmas experience. Why Buddy Run? Running with a budd…
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FITMAS: Day 11 of 12: Distance Delight and Self Reflection
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On the 11th day of Fitmas, Do Hard Things gave to me: Distance Delight It's time for a little extra distance —a chance to go for a longer run or walk at your own pace, soaking in the beauty of the outdoors! 🏞️💭 🚶♂️ Activity: Choose your distance (over a 5k). Must be outdoors, no headphones. Just enjoy the scenery and your own thoughts. Reflect on …
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FITMAS: Day 10 of 12: Strength Surge Body Weight Challenge
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Day 10 – Friday, December 22: 12 Days of Christmas Body Weight Workout- Strength Surge Activity: Highlight a bodyweight strength training routine targeting major muscle groups. Engagement: Encourage participants to perform the routine and share their favorite exercise from it. On the 10th day of FITMAS, Do Hard Things gave to me: 12 Days of FITMAS …
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FITMAS: Day 9 of 12: Yoga Flow & Healthy Holiday Recipe Challenge
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Day 9 – Thursday, December 21: Yoga Flow & Healthy Holiday Recipe Activity: Engagement: On the 9th day of Fitmas, Do Hard Things gave to me: Yoga Flow & Healthy Holiday Recipe Challenge Let’s find balance and nourishment with a soothing Yoga Flow and a delicious, healthy holiday recipe! 🧘♂️ Yoga Flow: Engage in a calming yoga session. Focus on dee…
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FITMAS: Day 8 of the 12-Day: Cross Training Challenge
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🏊♂️🚴♀️🧘♂️ Day 8 of #12DaysOfFitmasDHT: Dive into Cross Training! 🏊♂️🚴♀️🧘♂️ Today's challenge is all about mixing it up with a Cross Training Workout. Choose an activity that complements your running – it could be cycling, swimming, yoga, or anything else you enjoy. Let’s give our running muscles a break and engage different muscle groups! You…
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Welcome back, Do Hard Things Nation! It’s Day 7 of our 12 Days of FITMAS, and today, we're taking our fitness to new heights with the Killer Hill Challenge. Hill running isn't just a change of scenery; it’s a game-changer for your running routine. Hill running is a powerhouse workout. It’s like strength training and cardio rolled into one. Running …
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FITMAS: Day 6 of 12- Stride into Speed & 5 Tips to Run in Winter
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Join Jay and Angi on the Do Hard Things podcast as we dive into cold weather running. We tackle the unique challenge of running during the winter months. From smart layering strategies to maintaining a strong mental game, we cover everything you need to transform your winter runs from a dreaded chore to as something you look forward to as part of y…
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On the 5th day of Fitmas, Do Hard Things gave to me: Rest & Reflect, Active Recovery On the 5th day of Fitmas, we're slowing it down to remind you that rest and recovery are just as important as the hustle! 🎁 Today is all about embracing the bliss of Active Recovery. 🧘♀️ Active Recovery Day: Take a break from intense workouts and treat yourself to…
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On the 4th day of Fitmas, Do Hard Things gave to me: Ruck the Halls 5K Ready to lace up and conquer some miles? On the fourth day of Fitmas, we're challenging you to "Ruck the Halls" with a 5K adventure! 🌟 🎒 What's Rucking? Rucking is more than just a walk; it's a journey with purpose. Originating from military training, it involves walking a set d…
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On the 4th day of Fitmas, Do Hard Things gave to me: Ruck the Halls 5K Ready to lace up and conquer some miles? On the fourth day of Fitmas, we're challenging you to "Ruck the Halls" with a 5K adventure! 🌟 🎒 What's Rucking? Rucking is more than just a walk; it's a journey with purpose. Originating from military training, it involves walking a set d…
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FITMAS: Day 2 of 12: High-Intensity AMRAP Workout with a Deck of Cards
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On the 2nd day of Fitmas, Do Hard Things gave to me: Deck the Halls AMRAP! Ready for a holiday AMRAP challenge that will make your heart race faster than Santa's sleigh? Introducing the "Deck the Halls" AMRAP (As Many Rounds As Possible) workout! 🎁 Your Mission: Complete a 20-minute AMRAP using a deck of cards. Each suit represents a different exer…
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Kickstarting the 12 Days of Fitness Challenge: Day 1 of 12: Dynamic Warmups for High-Performance Running and Workouts
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🌟 On the first day of Fitmas, Do Hard Things gave to me: The Lunge Matrix Warm-Up Challenge! 🌡️💪 Kickstart your fitness journey with a dynamic warm-up routine that'll get your flexibility and muscles ready for action. We are going easy on you today, because we want to stress the importance of stretching and warming up before doing activities for st…
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Do Hard Things Holiday Survival Guide:4 Tips to Keep your Mind Right & Body Tight
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Join Jay Tiegs on the "Do Hard Things" podcast for a festive fitness episode with our "12 Days of FITMAS" challenge. This episode is all about mastering your holiday mindset, staying on top of your fitness and mindset, and navigating the season’s temptations with ease. Whether it's tackling holiday stress, staying true to your workout routine, or e…
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Marathon Mentality: Born To Go The Distance
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Ready to push your limits and discover what you're truly capable of? Ever wondered what it takes to become an unstoppable endurance athlete? This is the episode for you. Join JT Xiah and me, Angie Petran, as we pull back the curtain on the fascinating world of endurance. We share our own journey in the world of long-distance running, offering a gli…
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DHT Adventure Series: Climbing the Manitou Incline in Colorado Springs, Colorado
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Do you ever feel like you're spreading yourself too thin? Struggling to juggle multiple balls, only to drop them one by one? That's what I felt until I learned about the 10x productivity concept. Join me, your host, Jay Tiegs as I take you on a journey up the Manitou Incline and Bar trail, with my reflections on the significance of focusing on prim…
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What if you saw running in a whole new light? A light that transforms it from a sweat-inducing chore to a tool for meditation, self-reflection, and even community building. Join us, seasoned runners and co-hosts, on a journey where we spill the beans about how our relationship with running evolved from a loathing chore to a loved habit and how it h…
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The 4 A's of Gratitude Part 2: An Easy 4 Step Framework to Appreciate Others
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Join us, as we dive into the '4 A’s of Gratitude'—Appreciation, Approval, Admiration, and Attention—a simple yet profound framework to enrich your daily interactions and cultivate a deeper sense of thankfulness. Our greatest human desire is to feel loved and appreciated. This is a simple framework to show that to others. Whether you’re looking to e…
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Freedom Friday: Embracing 2024: Reflection, Resolutions and Rising with 10x Goals
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Are you prepared to burst into 2024 stronger, braver, and more unstoppable than ever? We're here to guide you on this transformative journey, using the close of 2023 as a launching pad for growth and achievement. We'll reflect on the past year's triumphs and trials, extracting valuable lessons and celebrating every win, big and small. It’s time to …
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The 4 A's of Gratitude Part 1: An Easy Framework to Show Gratitude
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Join us, as we dive into the '4 A’s of Gratitude'—Part 1: Appreciation, Approval, Admiration, and Attention—a simple framework to enrich your daily interactions and cultivate a deeper sense of thankfulness. Our greatest human desire is to feel loved and appreciated. This is a simple framework to show that to others. Whether you’re looking to enhanc…
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Real Estate: Home Buying Pitfalls and Veteran Transitions with Bri Sides
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Ever thought about how the real estate market could be similar to scuba diving? Constantly changing, full of unknowns, yet exciting and rewarding at the same time. That's where our guest, Bri Sides, a seasoned real estate agent and certified scuba diver, comes in. She dives into the complexities and intricacies of real estate, highlighting the infl…
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DHT REPLAY: The Impact of Love Languages on Human Relationships
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Do Hard Things Replay: Imagine if you could decipher the language of love and enhance your relationships like never before? Today, we're not just celebrating President's Day, but we're diving deep into the intricacies of the human heart exploring the concept of love languages. Tune in as we journey through the fascinating world of Words of Affirmat…
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Do Hard Things and Build Wealth with Real Estate with Eric Upchurch
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In this episode, Jay interviews Special Operations Veteran and Co-founder/CPO of Active Duty Passive Income (ADPI). We talk about how doing physical challenges improves our lives. Eric talks about how doing hard things like half marathons and big adventures has led to his own success. He shares his insights on building wealth through real estate an…
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Stop Tolerating B.S. 5 Areas to Elevate Your Standards
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In this episode, Angi and Jay delve deep into personal standards and their pivotal role in shaping our lives and ventures. We look at the correlation between the standards we uphold and our levels of tolerance across various our life arena's. From the personal relationships and self-care to the professional arenas of business strategies and line-of…
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The Warrior in the Garden: Balancing Preparedness and Peace
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Angi and Jay guide you through creating a mindset that balances preparation with peace in a world of uncertainty, Drawing inspiration from the quote, "I'd rather be the warrior in the garden than the gardener in the war," this episode unfolds the layers of meaning behind these words and translates them into practical wisdom. We explore strategies t…
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Memento Mori: Live Your Legacy Now: YOLO or Something!
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In this episode, Jay & Angi dive deep into the art of envisioning your future. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of creating a vision and living a life congruent with it. Borrowing from the ancient practice of 'Memento Mori', Jay and Angi introduce a unique approach: writing your own obituary. It's not about morbidity but clarity…
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In this episode, Jay and Angi the deeply ingrained fear of failure embedded within our human psyche. What is failure and why are you so adverse to it? We examine how the primal fear that once helped us survive has become a hindrance in our modern world, stifling creativity and growth. We delve into the societal and cultural factors that perpetuate …
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How Often Do You Think About the Roman Empire?
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Join Angi and Jay as they dive into a peculiar trend sweeping TikTok, where women discover just how often men think about the Roman Empire. Is it mere nostalgia for gladiators and emperors, or is there a deeper connection rooted in the history and teachings of Roman philosophy? This episode unpacks the psychology behind this trend and explores some…
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A Game Changing Strategy: Investing in Collective Wisdom
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In today's episode, I'm excited to share some game-changing insights I gained from a recent 3-day personal growth seminar: Lifetime Cashflow Academy Multi-Family Bootcamp aimed at real estate investors. We talk about the concept of mastermind groups, an idea popularized by the great Napoleon Hill. Imagine leveling up your skills, but not doing it a…
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Transforming Tragedy into Triumph – A 9/11 Reflection
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In this episode, we take a moment to reflect on the 22 years that have passed since the devastating events of 9/11. We talk about resilience and how we can take tragedy from our lives and do something positive with it. We honor the past, but more importantly, we discuss how to carry these lessons into a future full of hope and resilience. Welcome t…
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The Office Minefield: Surviving and Thriving Amidst Toxic Colleagues
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Working with toxic people can be draining and detrimental to your well-being. In this episode, we dissect what makes a person 'toxic,' how they can impact your life, and actionable strategies to handle them. From setting boundaries to embracing mindfulness, we guide you through methods to maintain your peace of mind while navigating unpleasant offi…
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