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The Game of Life Podcast helps YOU find your PASSION and your PURPOSE. Helping you become the best version of YOU. Diving in depth into the lives of the world’s ELITE professional athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and top business tycoons and learning first hand how they were in your same e…

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    The 1% Podcast with David Nurse is an incredible show that features interviews with NBA athletes and high performers, focusing on mindset and unshakeable commitment to success. David Nurse, an NBA life/optimization coach, does a fantastic job of engaging with his guests and asking the questions that we all want to hear the answers to. The podcast offers amazing insight from guests like BJ Armstrong, a former teammate of Michael Jordan, who share their experiences and provide valuable takeaways for listeners. It's a must-listen episode for any basketball fan or anyone interested in personal development.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is David Nurse's energy and enthusiasm. He lights up every episode with his passion and dedication to helping others reach their full potential. He serves as a true inspiration and has personally helped many people in their quest to use their God-given talents. The guests on the show also bring their own unique perspectives and stories, providing listeners with a wealth of knowledge and motivation. Whether it's discussing embracing the underdog mentality with Dean Graziosi or helping young players find their "and" with Thomas Williams, each episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.

    While it's difficult to find any major flaws in this podcast, one possible drawback is that some episodes may not resonate with everyone. Each guest brings their own expertise and perspective, so there may be episodes that are more relevant or interesting depending on individual interests or goals. However, given the wide range of topics covered on the show, there is something for everyone.

    In conclusion, The 1% Podcast with David Nurse is a highly recommended listen for anyone looking to improve themselves mentally and achieve success in any area of life. David Nurse provides an array of insights, interviews, and resources that offer important information for personal growth. His positive mindset, optimism, and belief in continuous improvement are contagious. Whether you're a basketball fan or simply someone who embraces the growth mindset, this podcast is sure to leave you feeling inspired and motivated. Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn from the top 1% and make a positive impact in your own life.



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    Max Lugavere & Dr. Daniel Amen | Optimizing Nutrition for Maximum Performance

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 34:53


    Welcome to a very special series of The David Nurse Show: The Dr. & The Nurse! For this series of episodes, David is joined by Dr. Daniel Amen—renowned psychologist and mental health expert—to help break down how to perform at your highest level. Dr. Amen will be taking a look at the brain science behind the topics covered in this series, while David sits down with experts in the field to discuss the actionable tools we can all implement to make our lives better. So let's dive in! For this first episode of The Dr. & The Nurse, David is joined by health and science journalist Max Lugavere. Taking a cue from Max's New York Times bestseller, Genius Foods, David and Max break down all things nutrition optimization. Together the two hit on why ultra-processed foods are damaging your cognitive function, how to get more protein into your diet, what Max eats in a day to perform at his best, and some of the common misconceptions behind consuming whole foods. Dr. Amen joins David for the second part of the episode, where they sit down to discuss the psychological impacts of nutrition optimization. Dr. Amen offers practical tools for eating healthier, outlines some of the foods that lead to improved cognitive performance (and the foods that do not), and discusses why sugar—not fat—is the leading cause of so many health problems. Don't miss an episode of The Dr. & The Nurse—subscribe to the show here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-art-of-w-david-nurse/id1226281669. Find out more about Dr. Amen and his practice here: https://danielamenmd.com/. Check out Max's documentary on dementia prevention, Little Empty Boxes: https://littleemptyboxes.com/. Learn more about Max and his work on his website: https://www.maxlugavere.com/. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Nutrition and Brain Health 03:00 The Impact of Processed Foods on Cognitive Performance 05:53 Building High-Performance Meals 09:11 Protein's Role in Muscle Building and Brain Health 12:00 Strategies for Managing Evening Cravings 14:51 Psychological Tools for Healthy Eating 17:47 Debunking Diet Myths and Misconceptions 20:59 The Importance of Whole Foods 24:03 Max Lugavere's Documentary and Closing Thoughts

    Making the BEST and Most Long-Lasting Relationships | Hack #101

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 4:39


    Confidence Hack #101: The majority of people think ‘connecting' is about the initial connection. Most people are wrong. Ask yourself the question – how many people have you met that you didn't end up staying connected to? You forgot to follow up or you just didn't know how to cultivate the relationship?  In today's episode, I am going to share with you the three fail-proof ways to cultivate a connection and turn the connection into a lifelong relationship! 1. Set a rhythm for reaching out. 2. How can you serve this person? 3. Creating connecting opportunities for the person you connected with. Check out today's to gain confidence in knowing that you are able to cultivate every new connection from here on out! And where most people drop the ball, you score a connection touchdown!

    Writing the PERFECT Email | Hack #100

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 6:02


    Confidence Hack #100: Email can work at scale! Have you heard ‘email is dead?' Well, that's partially true. It's dead if you don't know how to correctly write an email. But if you do know how, then it's an asset you can utilize when others are swinging and missing. Here is how not to write a connecting email.  1. Make it a novel. Shorter and to the point is better. 2. Run-on sentences and bad grammar. Whether you like it or not, you are being judged by the recipient of the email 3. Making an ask in the first email. 4. Insinuating that you want the recipient's time. Asking ‘can I pick your brain' is a surefire way to not receive an email reply. Here is how to write the perfect connecting email: 1. Edify the person you are writing the email to. Why do you admire them? Point out something specific they do that is impactful to you. 2. Keep the email no longer than 3 small sections (a section is 2 sentences). Always make sure there is a space after each section. Also, make sure the spacing is equal, the font is the same, and the font size is the same. 3. Briefly state what you do but in a very humble, grateful way. 4. Finish the email by letting the recipient know that you are there to serve them if there is anything you can ever do to help. Not ask, an offer for free service. Gain confidence today knowing that you are an extension of the email you write! And through the perfect email, you can connect with anyone!

    What Time Do the Most Successful People Wake Up? | Hack #99

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 3:20


    Confidence Hack #99: Have you ever wondered about the actual average time the most successful people in the world wake up? Rise and Grind. I'm sure you have heard it before. But have you ever wondered about the actual average time the most successful people in the world wake up? Look at some of the most successful people in the world's morning rise time. Warren Buffet: 6:45am Jeff Bezos: 5:00am Mark Zuckerberg: 8:00am Elon Musk: 7:00am  Oprah Winfrey: 6:00am Of the 21 most successful people in the world surveyed (all billionaires), the average amount of sleep was just shy of 6 ½ hours. And the average time they woke up was… 6:01am. Gain confidence today knowing that 6:01am can be the time you wake up to take on the world, but also gain confidence knowing that all the uber-successful people that you and I look up to have the same amount of time in the day as you do.

    Embrace the Negative Thoughts | Hack #98

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2024 2:49


    Confidence Hack #98: We are often told, ‘negative thoughts are a bad thing. Don't think negative thoughts.' That's precisely the opposite of what you want to do. If you don't allow yourself to think negative thoughts, your body will suppress the thoughts, and ultimately, it will lead to a downhill spiral of increased stress, anxiety, and depression. Research has shown that our brain is hardwired for negative thinking.  Here are 3 ways you can embrace your negative thoughts today and live a more positive, fulfilling life tomorrow.  Write out how you are feeling—write out on a piece of paper or in your journal all of your current negative thoughts, your thoughts about others and yourself. This is a subconscious way of ‘throwing out the trash.'  Talk to someone about your negative thoughts—a good friend, a parent, your spouse, someone who will not judge you.  After you have written and talked about your negative thoughts, replace them with a positive one. What is the ‘swap' you can make? Ex: You work with a narcissist in your job and then suck the energy out of your day. Swap the time you give to the narcissist to the people who you do love being around. No one can steal your mental energy unless you open the door and allow them to.  Gain confidence today, knowing that embracing negative thoughts is actually a good thing! Acknowledging your negative thoughts will only lead to a much more positive life!

    Make the Difficult Phone Call | Hack #97

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2024 1:42


    Confidence Hack #97: Is there anything worse than making a cold call? You know it will be painful, and you have been putting it off for months. Today is the day.  When the mind is able to release something that it has been holding onto—a strained relationship, a tedious task that needs to be taken care of, or even a cold call that needs to be made—the release will free the mind of ‘what-if' thinking and ultimately lower stress and anxiety levels. The confidence comes from the peace of knowing that the burden is off your chest and you can free yourself of the stress build-up. Who is someone that you've been putting off calling?  Is there someone you need to ask for forgiveness? Have you not made any sales because you are trying to avoid making a cold call?  Today's confidence boost comes from picking up the phone and making a tough call. Trust me, you will be thankful you did!

    Use a Strategic Action Plan | Hack #96

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2024 3:52


    Confidence Hack # 96: Most people let life happen to them. Life without a plan for success is planning a life void of success. Do you go to the island without a map and just ‘wing it?' No, of course not. Gain confidence today, knowing that if you are tired of letting life ‘happen to you,' you can take control of your future. Create your ‘strategic action plan' today and start creating your life by design!

    The Best Person To Compare To | Hack #95

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 3:52


    Confidence Hack #95: Comparison is the thief in the night who robs you of your joy for tomorrow. Facts: there is someone you wish you could be more like. Someone you see on social media who appears to have it all together, success comes easy for them, they have the best marriage, their kids never misbehave, and they are living the ‘dream life.' Facts: You have no idea what is going on behind the curtains in that person's life. The edited highlight of a tiny snapshot of a moment in their life, likely ‘based on true events,' is what you see, but it is far from the truth. There is the strained marriage, the kids who rebel, the family member who is sick, the stress and anxiety of maintaining an image, and many more. But there is someone you should compare yourself to—you from yesterday. Research shows that when people focus on their own personal improvement, they experience a greater sense of intrinsic motivation, which leads to increased success. This approach also helps people develop a long-term growth mindset. The confidence boost today comes from comparing yourself to your best comparison partner, you from yesterday. Of course, you don't have to see drastic improvement every day, but if you continue to take steps forward with a growth mindset, you will see great personal growth.

    780 Million People Are Dyslexic | Hack #94

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 3:33


    Confidence Hack #94: But what if I also told you, according to a BBC study, 40% of self-made millionaires are dyslexic? Dyslexia is a learning difficulty that primarily affects the skills involved in accurate and fluent word reading and spelling. Children who possess this quote-on-quote' flaw' often will be ridiculed throughout their childhood. People with dyslexia score far higher on people skills aptitude tests than those who are not dyslexic. Is dyslexia actually a learning disability? I would attest it isn't.  Richard Branson, Tom Cruise, Muhammad Ali, Albert Einstein, and Pablo Piccaso probably would attest it isn't as well. Dyslexia is often ostracized through the word disability and can lower confidence through a ruling the public school system haphazardly put into place in the 1970s based on a discrepancy in standardized testing. Gain confidence today knowing that if you are dyslexic, or if you have an impairment of any kind (most of us do), it doesn't have to be seen as a societal or learning detriment, it can actually be a superpower!

    What if the Limitless Pill was Real? | Hack #93

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 2:26


    Confidence Hack #93: What if we already use 100% of our brains? Humans only use 10% of their brains. Have you heard that before? Sure you have. What if we could tap into the unused 90%? This concept is portrayed in the movie Limitless, where Bradley Cooper takes a pill that allows him to access all 100% of his brain. So, how can we access the 90% of unaccessed neurons and glial cells? Well, spoiler alert: We already are. Neurologists have found that humans use virtually every part of the brain and that (most of) the brain is active almost all the time. Instead of telling yourself the story that you aren't smart enough and that only if you could access all of your brain would you reach your full potential. Know that you can live to your full potential right now! Gain confidence today knowing that you are using all of your beautiful brain and can accelerate it when you need to!

    Listening to Mozart as a Baby Doesn't Make You Smarter | Hack #92

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 4:02


    Confidence Hack #92: No evidence supports that listening to classical music as a baby makes you smarter. A paper published in Nature in 1993 introduced the “Mozart Effect” to the masses. Psychologist Frances Rauscher performed a study involving 36 college kids. They listened to either 10 minutes of a Mozart sonata in D-major (a very relaxing track) or silence before performing several spatial reasoning tasks.  In one test (emphasis on one test), students who listened to Mozart significantly improved their performance (by about eight to nine IQ points). The rest is history.  Word spread that listening to Mozart's music would increase one's IQ, and the “Mozart Effect” phenomenon was born. Literally, from birth, parents played sonatas with their babies in hopes they would gain brain power through the effect.  As the myth grew, so did a 100-plus-million-dollar industry centered around Mozart's music for babies. But it turns out that it is a fallacy.  There is no IQ increase by listening to Mozart. You can gain confidence today knowing that if you missed out on the Mozart tracks while sleeping in your crib, don't worry; it didn't affect your knowledge.  And a double gain of confidence today knowing that most ‘hot movements' are just that. When something seems too good to be true, it usually is.  And why don't we keep going- a triple gain of confidence today in picking up an instrument and playing it!

    How Dumbledore Addresses Fear | Hack #91

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2024 2:00


    Confidence Hack #91: Humans fear what they don't know. “Fear of a name increases fear of the thing itself.” Dumbledore (of Harry Potter)  The brain constantly tries to predict what will happen next to prepare the body and mind as effectively as possible. Uncertain situations are fearful, as the brain doesn't have the opportunity to prepare. Like in the famed movie Harry Potter, not saying Voldemort's name gave him more power over Harry. The fear of the name itself increases the fear. But when we name our giants (the things that hold us back in debilitating fear), we humanize the unknown and lessen our anxiety. What is a giant in your life currently? An addiction? A narcissistic coworker? A health situation that won't seem to pass? A fear that the bills won't get paid? Give all of these ‘giants' names: Addiction - I'll name you ‘No Longer.' A narcissistic coworker - I'll name you ‘Goofball.' A health situation that won't seem to pass- I'll name you ‘Healer.' A fear that the bills won't get paid - I'll name you ‘Grand Future.' Fear, in general, takes place through the mechanism of unconscious thought. Therefore, the solution is to bring conscious awareness into the equation. Gain confidence today, knowing that when you name your giants (your fears), they aren't as scary as you once thought.

    The 3 Levels of Life That Everyone Goes Through| Hack #90

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2024 2:50


    Confidence Hack #90: There are only three levels of life: Momentum, Plateau, and Avalanche. Ask yourself, ‘Do you feel excited when you wake up to take on the day and what it has ahead?' If your answer is yes, then you are in the momentum phase. That's great; keep going! If your answer is no, then ask yourself the question: Does it feel like you are stuck or like you literally can't get out of bed? If your answer is stuck, you are at the plateau level. If your answer was ‘I can't get out of bed,' then you are in the avalanche phase. Gain confidence today in understanding the three levels of life and how to proceed in each of the three.  Momentum - keep building and keep stacking Plateau - where can you evenly swap out bad for good Avalanche - one thing, just one thing to hold on for solid ground You will be at each one of these levels throughout your life, more than likely you will be at each more than once. Know that they will all pass, the good and the bad. But enjoy the ride, even when it feels bleak.

    The Power of a Gift | Hack #89

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2024 4:16


    Confidence Hack #89: A Story of love and confidence. In this captivating episode, discover the stark difference between shopping for men and women, where one sees it as a necessity and the other as a luxury. Follow the heartwarming journey of a man determined to uplift his wife's spirits despite financial struggles. With bills mounting and diapers aplenty, he gives his wife something special, igniting a transformation in their lives. Join us as we delve into the poignant tale of a husband's unwavering love and his wife's newfound confidence. From a modest shopping trip to an extravagant purchase that defied their budget, witness how a simple gesture of elegance transcended materiality. Learn how this act of kindness not only adorned his wife with a dazzling jacket but also instilled within her a lasting sense of self-worth and beauty. As their story unfolds, explore the profound impact of believing in oneself and investing in moments that signify inner worth. Tune in to uncover the inspiring narrative of love, sacrifice, and the enduring power of confidence. Discover how a single act of generosity paved the way for a brighter future and a billion-dollar legacy. Join us as we celebrate the beauty within, one heartfelt gift at a time.

    Using 'Tipping Culture' To Change Your Life | Hack #88

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 4:21


    Confidence Hack #88: Here's why tipping 21% can change your life... Let me know if you have felt this before—you walk into a bakery and purchase a donut. It's not a significant action, and there's not much labor on the part of the donut provider. It's simple. Now, you go to swipe your credit card, and the options read to read a tip: 20%, 25%, or more. It's a scam.  Maybe. By the credit card provider or the transaction company, probably so. But not by the donut provider. In a 2023 survey done by Bankrate, 66% of Americans admitted to having a negative view of tipping. Because they don't want to part with the money? I don't think so. The average tip is 20%. 44% of Americans who were surveyed who dine at sit-down restaurants tip 20%.  Now, let's assume the waiter or waitress does a fantastic job. Tip them 21%. Here's why: It will boost their confidence that they are doing a great job and make them feel more valued and worthy.  It will also boost your confidence. The power of giving in a more significant amount than one would typically give has been shown to boost self-esteem and confidence.  Double win: it also boosts your confidence that you are not beholden to money as your controller. It might feel a little uncomfortable at first to give above and beyond, even just 1%. But that 1% can be the difference between your confidence and the confidence of the server beyond that meal they are serving to you that evening. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter! https://linktr.ee/davidnurse5

    Create Your Avengers of Upstanders | Hack #87

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 3:44


    Confidence Hack #87: You have a choice to make—you can either be a bystander or an upstander. Recent studies have shown that 46% of kids aged 12-18 have experienced bullying. 31% of adults have felt bullied in their adult life. An upstander is someone who stands up for others when they are witnessing them being bullied. If you are being bullied or know of someone who is, the first step is to create your team of Avengers. And don't wait to see if the bullying stops on its own. Once the power control is given up, it's hard to regain it, and it usually only worsens. I'm not saying you have to fight crime in Gotham like Batman, but if you see someone yelling at the clerk behind the grocery checkout just because they have had a bad day and need to take it out on someone, stand up for them. You don't have to seek out fighting bullies but stand up when they come into your life. Today's confidence boost comes from finding your Avengers team to take on the bigger bullies and taking a stance for the small bullying you see happening to others daily. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter! https://linktr.ee/davidnurse5

    Pessimism vs. Optimism | Hack #86

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 2:15


    Confidence Hack #86: A healthy dose of each is the proper frame of reference. Being an optimist doesn't mean you're not a pessimist, and being a pessimist doesn't mean you're not an optimist. The sweet spot is in the middle, trending towards the optimistic side. Let's be self-aware optimists. What do the smartest financial investors do? They save like pessimists and invest like optimists. They look at the future like optimists, but they are aware of the short term like pessimists. Pessimism and optimism are never separate entities; instead, they complement outlooks that help plan for the future while keeping the present intact. Today's confidence boost comes from understanding and accepting that you are neither a pessimist nor an optimist. Find your ideal balance and see if you can adopt a similar mentality as the ‘self-aware optimist.' Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter! https://linktr.ee/davidnurse5

    Being the CONNECTOR | Hack #85

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 3:55


    Confidence Hack #85: YOU have the power of first-hand persuasiveness! Ok—would you rather take restaurant recommendations from someone who has been to the restaurant they proclaim is delectable, or would you rather take advice on where to eat from someone who has heard someone else talk about how good it was? The answer is easy. One of the most powerful relationship-building aspects is being the ‘connector.' This is a person who matches people together based on like-minded vision, drive, purpose, and social and economic stature. A major flaw I see in proclaimed ‘connectors' is when they don't know one of the sides of the connection as well as they claim they do. These connections rarely work and usually leave a bad taste in the mouth of the person they actually know. When you go through an experience—either good or bad—you have gained validation that you can speak about, just like I can't tell someone about climbing Mt. Everest and how they should prepare mentally. Your word is your character. And if you become the person who connects people with the wrong people or gives advice when it isn't yours to offer, your word will quickly lose its weight.  Gain confidence today knowing that the experiences you go through, even when challenging, are only helping you become a better and more confident leader to others. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter! https://linktr.ee/davidnurse5

    Being Happy With EVERY Part of Your Job is Unattainable | Hack #84

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2024 2:37


    Confidence Hack #84: Happiness is fleeting. Happiness is circumstantial. The number one answer when people are asked, ‘What do you want out of life?' Happiness. Now, I won't go on one of those rants that tells you to live with joy instead of happiness. Potato, pototo. But here is the truth that I am going to hit you with: You will never fully 100% love what you do. There will always be something in your job that irks you—a coworker, your boss, the project you are currently working on, not being appreciated as much as you think you should be, the hours you work, a red-eye flight that you swore you would stop taking once you turned 40. Let me introduce you to Miguel. You will probably never meet the Miguel I'm talking about, and to be quite honest, I don't even know his last name. He is a janitor at an apartment complex in Marina del Rey, California. He cleans, sweeps, takes out other people's trash every morning, and cleans up dog droppings. Not your ideal dream job, is it? But every morning, Miguel is whistling a tune with a giant smile on his face. I asked Miguel one day, ‘Do you love being a janitor?' He paused, smiled, and said, ‘No, I don't. But I love serving others and this is the platform God has given me to do so.' Gain confidence today, knowing that if you are in the ‘pursuit of happiness' to love every moment of your job, you should stop. It's a mirage that you won't be able to obtain.  Even if you aren't happy at your job, or a portion of it, ask yourself today, ‘How can I embrace my inner Miguel?' Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter! https://linktr.ee/davidnurse5

    Stress CAN BE a Net Positive | Hack #83

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2024 2:18


    Confidence Hack #83: Life without stress is not a life you want to live. According to the American Psychological Association, as of 2022, 76% of Americans admit to being overly stressed out. If I had a nickel for every time I heard someone say, ‘I can't wait until I am able to retire…'  Yeah, and do what? Go sit on a beach in Florida and die 8.6 years sooner than you would if you were stimulating your brain? Let me introduce you to what will become your new favorite term: healthy stress. New research from UC Berkeley has uncovered exactly how acute stress—short-lived, not chronic—primes the brain for improved performance. Intermittent stress has been shown to increase neurons in the hippocampus, which are responsible for improved memory, adaptability, increased focus, and overall higher performance. If you have too much of it on the left side (let's call this side the bad stress), it will dominate your life, and you will be in constant fight or flight mode.  If you do have not enough of it on the left side and the right side skyrockets to the top (let's call this side the ‘sitting on the beach doing nothing in Florida' side), your brain will become unstimulated, and you will be more likely to fall into the category of ‘death by retirement.' The confidence boost today comes from understanding that stress is not necessarily a bad thing, and when used correctly, it can actually be a net gain. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter! https://linktr.ee/davidnurse5

    #1 Way To Educate Yourself...AND It's FREE! | Hack #82

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2024 3:40


    Confidence Hack #82: The ability to self-educate has never been easier! Sorry scholars who took years and years to develop those books, the new go-to is pursing a doctorate in the education of YouTube. The question you should be asking right now is not, ‘What can you learn on YouTube?' The question you need to be asking yourself is instead, ‘What can't you learn on YouTube?' A 2018 Pew Research Study found that 85% of Generation Z prefer YouTube as an education over reading books. The same study found that 51% of those viewers were actually on YouTube to learn. One of the highest-paid YouTubers is Jeffree Star. Star is a YouTuber who focuses on beauty, makeup, and cosmetics. In 2019, Star made $17 million from YouTube alone, making him the fifth highest-paid YouTuber of that year.  Do you know where Star crafted and sharpened his ability? Through watching YouTube videos. There is no longer any excuse for ‘not being educated.' Gain confidence today knowing that a high-level education and potentially a career making $17 million a year as a YouTube expert are yours for the taking! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    The Power of the Silent Pause | Hack #81

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 4:12


    Confidence Hack #81: Ummmm.... uh...these hurt how people perceive you! Once you start listening for it when in conversation with others, you can't unhear it.  Humans use these spacers not because it makes them sound more intelligent; it's because most people are ‘afraid of the pause.' If you listen to some of the best speakers of all time, such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., John Maxwell, and Mel Robbins, you will find they often pause while speaking, even to the point where it feels uncomfortable for the listener. I have had to work on this skill as a professional motivational speaker. And trust me, it's not easy at first. It's all about what happens in that open space. If it is filled with nonsensical fillers like ‘uh and um,' you will lower your perception of your intelligence. If it is filled with silence, you will increase your perception of your intelligence. Gain confidence today, knowing that the silent pause is something to embrace, not to run from. Try it today in conversation. It might feel uncomfortable at first, but I promise you if you stick with it, you will learn to love the pause. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    How Wolfgang Puck Improv'd His Salmon Pizza | Hack #80

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 3:56


    Confidence Hack #80: Hard work and quick thinking can change your life! You probably recognize Wolfgang Puck. But do you know how his name became synonymous with Michelin-star restaurant quality? The kitchen was out of bread. That's how he created his world-famous pizza, out of pure necessity. He trusted his intuition, and he life-improved. That's why it's called ‘thinking on your feet.' You aren't faced with these difficult decisions when you are sitting down in your favorite pondering chair. You are faced with them in real-time, on your feet.  Today's confidence boost comes from improving when you don't know what to do instead of conceding. You are an expert in your field and in yourself. Trust your skills and intuition; maybe you'll make the next smoked salmon pizza. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    5 Ways To Be More Enthusiastic | Hack #79

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 3:02


    Confidence Hack #79: Enthusiasm, the trait no one wants less of! I mean, think about it: the difference between getting a coffee and the person making your coffee couldn't care less about your cup of joe vs. the person who tells you about the origin of the coffee bean itself and that it was roasted high in the mountains of Columbia at 7,000 ft elevation. That is the difference in enthusiasm. Now, I'm not saying to fake enthusiasm. But, the awareness of it is vital. Here are 5 ways to start infusing more enthusiasm into your life today: Eliminate your time around toxic people Take a risk Smile Create a ‘complaining jar' Do something creative daily Today's confidence boost comes through implementing one (or ideally all five) of these enthusiasm ignitors to your day. Eventually, the more you focus on these five enthusiastic boosters, the more it will become a way of life—a life filled with infectious enthusiasm. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    Nomophobia, The Fear of Being Without Your Phone | Hack #78

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 4:45


    Confidence Hack #78: According to DataReportal, as of 2023, the average American spends 6 hours and 59 minutes on a screen. Per day! If you are into health and wellness, then I'm sure you've heard of Intermittent Fasting. It's a trendy way to lose weight based on compressing the time window for eating. Usually, the eating hours are open from noon to 8pm or even as small as 2pm to 6pm.  The concept builds parameters so the person reaching for the donut at 7am (and 8am) won't. Today, you and I will make the term' Intermittent Screen Time Fasting' a thing together. Why isn't it easy for everyone to turn off their phone and put the screen down? Nomophobia. There is actually a phobia, which describes the fear of being without a phone. In a study done by Psychology Today - they found that just by putting down the phone for an hour each day improves: Sleep Quality  Sex life Energy throughout the day Ability to get out of bed faster the next morning Lower depression rates The confidence boost today comes from right here, right now, setting up the hour window (just like intermittent food fasting) that you are going to be on your phone.  Once you commit to a time window, that's what you are sticking to. Try it for a week, and if you like it (which I have an excellent feeling you will), make it a daily habit. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    Unknown Near-Miss Experiences of 9/11 | Hack #77

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2024 2:07


    Confidence Hack #77: The true stories of those who survived 9/11 due to schedule interruptions. I'm sure we all have, but try to remember a time recently when you got so frustrated over the slightest mishap in your schedule. Let me introduce you to the ‘unknown near-miss experiences.' September 11th, 2001, is a day that will live in infamy in United States history. Everyone who was alive can remember precisely where they were on that day. A woman was late because her alarm clock didn't go off on time.  Another man survived because it was his turn to bring donuts to the office.  Someone else was delayed due to being stuck in a long traffic jam on the New Jersey Turnpike.  One person's car simply wouldn't start.  That morning, a man wore a brand new pair of shoes, got a blister, and had to stop at a pharmacy for a plaster. Those are all true stories of people who unknowingly avoided death. I doubt they look at the minor annoyances of their days the same way most people do. They know they are on borrowed time. And that's the thing: we are all on borrowed time. Today's confidence boost comes from taking a minute to think about the truth—there have been many situations where we could have very easily expired, but we didn't. And that alone can give us a new sense of joy and perspective.  Gain confidence knowing that God is protecting you even from the things you don't know and even when they might seem like burdens at the moment. Burdens can be blessings in disguise. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    A Secret Success Habit From an NBA Head Coach | Hack #76

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2024 2:12


    Confidence Hack #76: Writing is better than typing. All right, self admittance here. I have horrible handwriting. Not just bad, really bad. Be it as it may, I march on. There is absolute power in the brain and pen connection. Your memory of handwritten words is tied to the movements required to make each letter. When you write by hand, your brain actually gets an encoding boost. It's unclear how much more powerful writing is than typing, but experts have estimated it can be up to 5x more powerful. Writing vs. only auditorily hearing the information can be up to 20 times more powerful in retention. Today's confidence boost comes from committing to journal daily - either in the morning or evening. And bonus points if you carry a notebook around with you where you go. Some of the smartest people and best leaders I have been around do this. Erik Spoelstra, head coach of the Miami Heat and one of the top coaches in all of North American sports history, brings a notebook to every dinner meeting we have and avidly takes notes. If the best of the best do it, we may, too! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    Why Finland Has the Best Education System In The World | Hack #75

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 4:00


    Confidence Hack #75: Students read books they are interested in. Do you remember reading George Orwell's ‘Animal Farm' in 6th grade and having no clue what it was about, literally checking out after hearing the pig talks? I have nothing against Orwell; he's one of my favorite authors of all time, and he's brilliant. But in sixth grade?? Come on, school systems. Finland has scored as the top education system throughout the 2000s. Why is this? A multitude of reasons ranging from: Students stay with the same teacher for multiple years Outside activities are mandatory  No standardized testing  Cooperation with, not competition against  Fewer hours of the day actually ‘in school' Among many others, the most telling reason is allowing students to read books they are interested in. It's like anything: if you force someone to do something they don't enjoy or understand, there will be no benefit. Today, the confidence boost comes from embracing reading what you enjoy! It doesn't have to be the headiest novel written in 10th-century English, and please, parents and teachers, don't force kids to read something they despise and can't comprehend. Read for enjoyment, and the increased fun of learning will follow! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    How Henrietta Lacks Paved the Way For Modern Medicine | Hack #74

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 4:04


    Confidence Hack #74: Someone ahead of you paved your way, and you are doing the same for others. In the mid-1800s, on the path known as the Oregon Trail, it took an average of six months for a family to venture from Texas to Oregon. Now, it takes 4 hours and 25 minutes to fly from Austin, Texas, to Portland, Oregon. If you are not seeing the fruits of your labor today, know they are setting up someone else's path. And if you are finding it easy to walk the path towards your goals, don't forget someone set that path up for you. Nothing is of loss if you view it this way. Today's episode is about Henrietta Lacks. Henrietta Lacks, a 31-year-old mother of five, died of cervical cancer on 4 October 1951. Lacks's cells – known as HeLa, using the first two letters of each of her names – became the first immortal human cell line in history.  All types of research and experiments suddenly became possible. Lacks' cells were the first ever to survive and grow. Her cells were later described as one in three billion. HeLa cells went on to help develop in vitro fertilization and several chemotherapy drugs among hundreds of medical advances. Today's confidence boost comes from knowing that even if you don't reap the benefits of what you are going through, someone else will. Keep going. And if you are reaping benefits, be grateful for those who paved the way before you. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    Why Imposter Syndrome is Actually a GREAT Thing | Hack #73

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 4:14


    Confidence Hack #73: Imposter Syndrome means you are doing something RIGHT. Have you Felt Imposter Syndrome before? Yeah, I think we all have to some extent. Imposter Syndrome is the persistent inability to believe that one's success is deserved or has been legitimately achieved through one's own efforts or skills. Today, I'm going to flip imposter syndrome on its head completely. The feeling of the ‘well, I'm not sure if I belong' is actually a good feeling! It might not feel great at the moment, but it is a mental signal that you are growing, learning, and stretching. The confidence boost today comes from flipping the mindset around ‘imposter syndrome.' Don't avoid the feeling; embrace it. If you feel like an imposter in what you are doing today, that just means you are learning, growing, stretching, and becoming a better version of yourself! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    The Butterfly Effect | Hack #72

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 3:09


    Confidence Hack #72: A butterfly flaps its wings in Brazil and causes a tornado in Texas. North American theoretical meteorologist Edward Lorenz found something strange while studying weather patterns. In 1961, Lorenz was running a numerical computer model to redo a weather prediction he had currently been working on. Lorenz left the room and walked down the hall to get a cup of coffee. He entered the initial condition 0.506 from the printout instead of the complete precision 0.506127 value as he was in a hurry. When he returned, the result was a completely different weather scenario. The computer had simulated months into the future. Due to a minimal numerical rounding in his equation,  the differences more or less steadily doubled in size every four days or so until all resemblance with the original output disappeared somewhere in the second month. Lorenz's ‘accidental' study discovered that the smallest occurrences in one area can lead to a domino effect in another. Gain confidence today that something is happening right now that will propel you into the next level of your life. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    Your DNA Does Not Define You | Hack #71

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 4:43


    Confidence Hack #71: Pedigree only means where you came from, not where you are going. Even if you look like your parents and can trace your DNA back to your great-great-grandparents, that doesn't mean you must follow in their footsteps. The word pedigree means: ‘the recorded ancestry.'  Technically, pedigree only concerns where you came from, not where you are going. Tyler Perry has become one of the most successful producers, creators, and overall talents in Film and TV of all time. He was born into poverty in New Orleans, Louisiana, and his childhood was marked by poverty and a household of abuse. His story today is a testimony of how pedigree and DNA do not define the success or the future you can have! Gain confidence knowing that no matter what your pedigree says, you don't have to agree. Your upbringing does not determine who you are or who you will be. Remember, pedigree is ‘recorded ancestry.'  Pedigree does not determine destiny! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    This is Why the Bible Says Confidence 60 Times | Hack #70

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2024 2:39


    Confidence Hack #70: The best-selling book of all time specifically mentions confidence 60 times, and this is why that is important. Anything mentioned more than 25 times should open our eyes. More than 50, we should become very aware of. Not many words or phrases are mentioned more than confidence in the Bible. The main point I want to outline here is that confidence is not used the same way throughout. The majority of uses pertain to trust in others, trust in circumstances, and trust in God. We often think confidence has to do with ourselves, but the Bible points directly to confidence correlated with the word trust. Confidence is trust. Trust is confidence. Gain confidence today knowing that one of the most used words in the best-selling book of all time, The Bible, is confidence. Confidence in who God has created you to be. Confidence in the plan He has for your life. And Confidence in God Himself. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    Group-Think But Make it AWESOME | Hack #69

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2024 2:37


    Confidence Hack #69: The power of collective intelligence and multiple mind collaboration. I'm going to introduce you to the beauty of ‘a group-thinking.' No matter how smart you think you might be on your own, you're not. You can be the absolute best in your industry, but your brain's capacity will never reach the potential capacity of multiple brains working together. We need others. No one in the history of ever did something great on their own. Trust me, there was always a group or a team (even if just one other person) that helped them get to where they are.  Gain confidence today, knowing that you don't have to figure it all out on your own. You don't have to live life alone. You are not alone. Find your tribe and group so you can contribute your knowledge and skill set to create an incredible team! It can be your family, co-workers, or friends. Don't think for one second that you must do everything alone. You don't. And you can't! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    The Best Winner In NBA History | Hack #68

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 4:54


    Confidence Hack #68: Being the ultimate ‘glue guy' translates to a winning culture. Shane Battier. From the outside world looking in, Shane's skills weren't flashy. He wasn't dunking on anyone's head or making the coolest crossover moves. He wasn't even stuffing the stat sheet like you would think an NBA player would. But what Shane brought to every team he played for at every level was the most critical aspect a player can bring: winning. Adhesion and cohesion are the two main components in making glue sticky. Shane's General Manager, when he played for the Houston Rockets, Daryl Morey, stated, “I call him Lego. When he's on the court, all the pieces start to fit together. Shane's physical skills might have not been on par with the top players in his sport, but no one matched his IQ, EQ, and ability to be the glue guy for every team he was on. What if you were the glue guy or glue girl for your family?  For your company? For your friends? For the team around you? You can be! Gain confidence today knowing that being the ‘glue guy' in your life is far more important than being the ‘star.' Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    Build Cross-Collaboration Through the Lattice System | Hack #67

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 4:15


    Confidence Hack #67: Not everyone is a leader traditionally, but everyone is a leader in some way. In business - the Lattice System is a hierarchical approach that directly opposes the more familiar structure of the ‘Ladder System.' The Lattice System encourages more communication and cross-collaboration. Instead of waiting for orders to be sent down the chain of command, the impetus is placed on the employees to empower themselves and work in unison with others. Whose orders are you waiting for to take action on your dream? Not everyone is a leader traditionally, but everyone is a leader somehow. When everyone on your team is empowered (both in business and your team in life), people are more energized and passionate about their mission. Lattice systems give decision-making ownership to each and everyone's daily rhythm. Today's confidence boost comes from embracing the lattice system in your business and personal life. It doesn't mean you don't take orders from anyone; it just means opening up to cross-collaborating with people you might not have interacted with before and empowering them along the way. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    This ONE TRICK Will Stop Your Mind From Racing | HAck #66

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 4:23


    Confidence Hack #66: How to go to sleep without mind-racing thoughts. Do you keep yourself up at night because you can't seem to turn off your ‘racing mind'? It's very, very common. Anxiety never leads to confidence. However, a race is technically run to be won. So, if your mind is racing, you can shift the direction in your favor.  Before you go to bed, write out every thought on a piece of paper or your journal. Don't leave any out. The act of writing out your ‘racing mind' is giving your mind permission to store the thoughts that are causing you anxiety in a different place than your brain. Gain confidence today by knowing that if your mind is racing when you lay your head down, that is normal! Try writing down all your thoughts and mentally moving them to their ‘storage locker.'  They will be there in the morning; you don't have to take them to sleep with you! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    4 Hacks on How to Remember Your Greatest Accomplishments | Hack #65

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 3:36


    Confidence Hack #65: Performing mental time travel can help us remember our most significant accomplishments! Have you ever heard of the ‘Forgetting Curve?'  I hadn't either. Through extensive research, Hermann Ebbinghaus concluded that people will have forgotten an average of 50 percent of the information within one hour. Within 24 hours, they have forgotten an average of 70 percent of new information, and within a week, forgetting claims an average of 90 percent of it. Wow. In this confidence hack, I want to focus on what I call ‘mental time travel.' Today, we are taking a trip back in time to remember when you accomplished a feat you had initially doubted you could do. Did you raise two kids without a playbook, and they turned out to be amazing human beings? Did you make a sale you had no faith would land? Recall whatever that moment was and use these steps: Visualize Write it down Tell the story to someone Repeat. For 28 days. Gain confidence today in time traveling back into your past and quantum leaping back a memory you can recall whenever you need a confidence boost! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    The Best Entrepreneurs Overcome Failure | Hack #64

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 4:18


    Confidence Hack #64: Steve Jobs's success cannot be defined without his failures. In 1985, Apple produced two supposedly revolutionary products - the Lisa and the MacIntosh. Sales didn't scratch the floor of Apple's expectations for the products. Someone had to go. CEO Steve Jobs was the one headed to the guillotine. Jobs didn't lick his wounds in a pity party for himself. He used what he knew he had, a skill set to ideate and innovate. He created the company NeXT. Eleven years after its inception, Jobs sold NeXT to none other than, you guessed it, Apple for $429 million. You will never hit 100% of the shots you take. Probably not even 50%, to be completely honest, and that's okay! Gain confidence today, knowing every successful person you admire has experienced a massive flop. You are the Phoenix. Gain energy and power through the flop and rise again, even higher and greater than before! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    How To Turn the Should Into The Want! | Hack #63

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2024 3:48


    Confidence Hack #63: If someone tells you they love their job 100% of the time, they are probably lying. Here's the truth, its ok not to love your job 100% of the time.But what if you don't love your job even 10% of the time? That is where today's confidence hack comes in to play! Here is the point blank truth - you and only you are the one who decides how much joy you squeeze out of the lemon daily. Case and Point: Erik Spoelstra. Started as an intern for the Miami Heat. The lowest of the low. His job was to do whatever anyone asked of him - coffee runs, print papers, cut up game film. And his answer was always the same: ‘No problem, ‘he said with a smile on his face. It's all in how you perceive your current situation. The confidence boost today comes through knowing that no matter if you despise your job, you can find joy in it! In the example, it is for your kids and knowing that the best is yet to come! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    Luka Doncic Loves to Play Wiffle Ball...And There's a Reason! | Hack #62

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2024 3:53


    Confidence Hack #62: Sometimes, all you need is to head to the beach and take a wiffle ball break. ‘Practice, you talking about practice,' Allen Iverson famously quoted when questioned if he was focused in practice. Practice versus play. What if I were to tell you that you need both to become great? Deliberate practice and deliberate play. Deliberate practice is “practicing with a clear awareness of the specific components of a skill you aim to improve and exactly how to improve them.” Deliberate play, on the other hand, is the exact opposite. Deliberate play releases the intense focus on one detail and spreads the umbrella to cover a new framework. Just ask NBA Superstar Luka Donic. Realizing that his Dallas Mavericks teammates needed a break from the arduous West Coast road trip they were on, Luka called for the team to cancel practice and head to the beaches of Santa Monica to play wiffle ball. And it worked! The Mavericks beat the Los Angeles Lakers on their home floor the following night. The confidence boost is gained today by embracing a rhythm of deliberate practice and deliberate play. You can't fully maximize one without the other. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    Steph Curry Had 13 Turnovers in His First Game... | Hack #61

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 6:02


    Confidence Hack #61: He had every opportunity to blame himself and others around him, but he didn't and became great. 13 turnovers. In one basketball game. In basketball terms, that's like standing up to give a talk and forgetting all the words you were going to say and falling off stage. Bob McKillop, the head coach for Davidson University, did not bench his freshman point guard in the 2006-2007 season. Instead, he encouraged him and started him again the next game. Steph didn't blame others for his mistakes. Coach McKillop didn't blame Steph for the loss. Research has shown that blame culture activates the amygdala, leading to feelings of fear, anxiety, and disengagement. When individuals feel blamed, they are more likely to respond defensively, becoming argumentative or aggressive. Fear, processed in the amygdala, leads to placing blame of a quote on quote ‘incident' on someone else for fear that it will reflect poorly on the blaming individual. Gain confidence today by taking ownership and not blaming anyone else for your situation. You will only grow stronger when you own your mistakes, and others are less likely to blame you when you disarm their ability to do so. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    This is Why Scatter-Focusing Is So Important | Hack #60

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 4:59


    Confidence Hack #60: The kinkajous can run just as fast backward as it can forwards, and what that means for our confidence. Get this- the Kinkajous can run as fast forward as they can backward by physically turning the direction of their feet. Why am I telling you this, and what the heck does it have to do with confidence? Let me introduce you to the term scatter-focus. In this state, you let your thoughts roam freely without constraints. No progression in the history of ever was directly linear. Think about it: when was the last time a great idea came to you when you were trying to force that great idea out with a time limit placed upon it? Gain confidence today, knowing that you don't always have to be progressing. Build in rhythms throughout your day and week where you can take time to scatter-focus. One easy way to do this is to ‘time-bucket' shorter scatter-focus segments throughout the day, and once per week, take a few hours or an afternoon to let your mind run free. You'll be amazed at the creative, confident thoughts and ideas you come up with! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    There is No Difference Between Doing and Knowing | Hack #59

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 5:11


    Confidence Hack #59: The Hebrew word Yada means ‘to do' and ‘to know.' No, not Yoda, the little green guy from Star Wars. Yada. In the Hebrew language the word for ‘to know' and ‘to do' are the same word. One of the most significant gaps in society and a growing canyon is the difference between knowing and doing. The confidence boost today comes from embracing yada. When you know something, trust that there is a reason you know what to do, and instead of doubting yourself, trust God's doing power, and all will work out in the end! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    Are You Feeling Stuck on Something you Can't Finish? Take a Planned Diversion! | Hack #58

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2024 3:23


    Confidence Hack #58: Diversion is a motivational ignitor, not a distraction! Are you like me, when you get so focused on something you tend to get stuck and frustrated because you want to finish it so badly? Well, you're in luck. You are going to love today's confidence hack! Creating a ‘planned diversion' refuels the fire inside you directed towards your main job, project, or career. Psychologists have found that achieving a sense of progress doesn't require huge gains. Fuel can come from small wins. Today's confidence boost comes from creating a diversion off the main ‘I've been beating my head against the wall on this for days on end.' What can that small diversion be to create progress momentum to help ignite the other areas of your life? Decide what that is for you today, and get on your detour already! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    Retain 90% of the Knowledge You've Gained | Hack #57

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024 5:23


    Confidence Hack #57: Teaching a subject is the secret key to retaining 90% of your knowledge! From the famous Roman philosopher Seneca - “While we teach, we learn.” He couldn't be more right. The 50/50 rule is a great tool I have implemented into my own life to make sure I retain what I learn. Here is how it works: Learn for 50% of the time and explain what you learn for 50% of the time. Gain confidence today, knowing that if you are teaching, you are growing. You are becoming a better version of yourself. Therefore, the vehicle of growth through teaching leads to growth in confidence. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    Increasing Market Value by 2,799% | Hack #56

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2024 4:33


    Confidence Hack #56: The power of storytelling. I'm going to do you a favor and introduce you to the best ‘storytelling' teacher I know, David JP Phillips. David JP grew up in rural Sweden and, from a young age, was taught the power of story by his parents. Today, I want to highlight one story that he tells in his Ted Talk, ‘The Magical Science of Storytelling.' In early 2009, Rob Walker and Joshua Glenn embarked on a journey to prove the power of storytelling. They began their mission by acquiring 100 ‘junk' objects from garage sales, thrift stores, flea markets, and anywhere they could find. And they were acquired for an average price of just $1.29. They put the 100 objects on eBay along with the story to back the efficacy. By November of that same year, you would not believe the price they received for all of these exact same items! Stories are everywhere - movies, music, books, daily conversations. You, too, can be a confident curator of stories! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    3 Levels of Ultimate Mind Control | Hack #55

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2024 5:00


    Confidence Hack #55: Whether you know it or not, you are always selling. The Association for Psychological Science found that it takes 1/10th of a second to form an impression of someone when you first meet them. That rivals the flapping wings of a hummingbird! In today's episode, I will give you three levels for understanding anyone you might meet and influencing people to ‘win them over' from the first meeting. Those 3 steps are: How to Meet People How to Win People Over How to Win People to Your Way of Thinking Study these 3 levels of sales psychology and implement them into your daily conversations! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    You Can Never See What is Happening Behind Closed Doors | Hack #54

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 4:50


    Confidence Hack #54: Why you shouldn't meet your heroes and the fall of Tiger Woods. When was the last time you scrolled through social media and someone was live-streaming an argument with their spouse? Or bragging about the F their child received on their report card and the constant stress they feel weighing them down to hit target numbers in their business. And if you think that is only ‘ordinary people' problems. It's not. Today, we are going over the story of Tiger Woods. Most people remember his fall from grace in 2009. All of the problems underneath finally boiled to the top. What I'm saying is this: if you envy someone else (a role model, a celebrity), spend a day in their shoes and see what is ‘really' going on behind the curtains. Everyone is going through something. That's just how life is, and that's totally ok! Gain confidence in knowing you are exactly the person you are supposed to be, and even when you think someone is perfect, trust me, they are not. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    Your Expectations can TRANSFORM Your Outcomes | Hack #53

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 5:40


    Confidence Hack #53: The interpersonal expectancy effect is the idea that our expectations can actually create that outcome! Have you ever been to a movie that you didn't think would be worth seeing, and you walked away raving about it? On the contrary, have you ever been to a movie where a friend had way over-hyped and walked away with a dissatisfied taste in your mouth? The human brain believes what the expectation signal is telling it. But where the rubber hits the road is when expectations don't align with realities. In every situation, there is a positive and a negative. Just like the expectancy can be a letdown, it can also increase motivation and confidence. In today's episode, I want to show you an example of how this can play out for your career. 2 different people set certain expectations. Where they each find confidence and fulfillment will surprise you! Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

    1,009 Attempts to Make the World's Greatest Chicken | Hack #52

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 5:39


    Confidence Hack #52: It over 1,009 attempts to make the best chicken the world had ever known, and that wasn't half of the creator's setbacks. Think about this - every difficult situation you have been through, you have gotten through. The old adage that ‘whatever doesn't kill you only makes you stronger' might be true. This is the story of the most famous chicken recipe in the world. And without giving it away, you might already know it. But today's episode is not about chicken recipes but about resiliency and the power of the setback. Setbacks will happen and happen over and over in our lifetimes. But we gain confidence knowing that through all those setbacks and failures, we learn more and more, which pushes us toward our ultimate success. So, gain confidence today knowing that the Colonel's famous chicken took 1,009 attempts to get right and that that wasn't even half of the setbacks he faced on his road to restaurant infamy. Hey! If you love this show, share it with family and friends! It's the best way to help get this info into the hands of people who want to grow and become the most CONFIDENT LEADERS they can be! And please throw us a 5-star review! To get these hacks and other AMAZING information straight to your inbox, go to davidnurse.com and sign up for the FREE newsletter!

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