Noble Warrior with CK Lin

Don't miss this episode with hilarious and thought-provoking comedian Neil Brennan. He tells all in this no-holds-barred conversation about his psychedelic journey, ego death, finding gratitude, and the dark side of spirituality. (Bonus: You'll laugh along the way!)

Meet Kfir Levy, the co-founder of Habitas Hotel Group. Kfir shares his belief in prioritizing happiness and why it is an important value to instill in not just his children, but people all over the world. He emphasizes that happiness is internal and a choice, and wishes he had learned these lessons at a younger age. Kafir's goal is to empower his children to understand the value and meaning of happiness, and he believes it would have made life even more enjoyable for him.If you're seeking inspiration, if you're curious about reshaping your own path, or if you simply believe in the power of impact-driven businesses, this episode is a must-listen.Link: https://ourhabitas.com/Time Stamps[00:01:02] The meaning of happiness.[00:04:02] Happiness and Achievement.[00:08:13] Pursuing happiness effortlessly.[00:11:13] Taking Responsibility and Empowerment.[00:14:18] Fulfillment and happiness.[00:18:00] Pursuing personal happiness and purpose.[00:21:13] The importance of happiness.[00:26:36] Profound experience at Burning Man.[00:29:13] Dancing and kissing at Burning Man.[00:33:43] Effortless effort.[00:36:39] Effortlessness and achieving mastery.[00:41:31] Happy and successful individuals.[00:44:41] Context and acknowledging privilege.[00:48:06] Happiness and choice.[00:52:23] Passion vs obsession[00:55:14] Passion vs. obsession[00:59:29] Relationships in the hospitality industry.[01:03:00] Keeping a small network.[01:07:49] Fuel for personal growth.[01:10:23] Finite number of real relationships.[01:13:43] Maintaining relationships without a target.[01:16:56] Experience is luxury.[01:22:50] Commitment to showing up.[01:23:57] Trust in the experience.[01:28:18] Hiring for values and purpose.[01:32:59] Emotional salary and motivation.[01:37:07] Putting emphasis on onboarding.[01:39:05] Maintaining culture at scale.[01:44:29] Taking it around the world.[01:50:09] A life changed by opportunity.[01:52:25] Creating jobs, changing lives.[01:56:33] Building transformational spaces.[01:58:39] Context behind creating a business.[02:02:19] Sustainable and regenerative practices.[02:07:23] Empathy for our planet.[02:09:03] Emotional empathy and business frameworks.

In this episode of Noble Warrior, CK Lin interviews Brian Johnson, the founder and CEO of the Heroic Public Benefit Corporation. Brian has dedicated his life to synthesizing ancient wisdom and modern science to help people become the heroes of their lives. They discuss how Brian stays focused and avoids getting distracted by shiny objects and the latest trends. They also explore the idea that there are no perfect human beings and how we can embrace our imperfections. If you're interested in learning more, check out Brian's new book, Arite, Activate Your Heroic Potential.Time Stamps[00:03:06] Soul force formula.[00:04:26] Activating soul force.[00:08:01] Slowing down to prioritize.[00:11:03] Death at the crossroads.[00:15:01] Choosing the right mentor[00:20:02] Anti-fragile confidence.[00:22:02] Connecting through Toastmasters.[00:25:24] Shame and self-improvement.[00:30:05] Installing and deleting behaviors.[00:33:03] Meeting through a website.[00:37:42] How do you kill an idea quickly?[00:40:00] Action drives creativity.[00:45:16] Prioritizing sleep for optimal performance.[00:48:20] Energy rituals and nutrition.[00:52:30] Breathwork and anxiety relief.[00:56:05] Searchability of ideas.[01:01:56] Impactful stories of transformation.[01:03:27] Connecting with the next generation.[01:07:09] Trusting the process.Linkshttps://www.heroic.us/book

Welcome to a transformative episode where we explore the power of deep listening and meaningful conversations. Join Martin Devon, an entrepreneurial force dedicated to improving health outcomes through insightful data usage. Discover the secrets of deep listening, uncover the source of your power, and break free from generational programming. Explore the nature of profound conversations, understand the allure of podcasts, and dive into the world of personal transformation. Get ready for an enlightening discussion that will expand your understanding of conversation's potential for growth.We talked about:(0:39) The Superpower of Listening(3:22) Unlocking Deep Listening's Secret(14:07) Finding Transformational Courses(15:09) Uncovering Your Power Source(19:29) Moving Beyond the Past(25:00) Breaking Free from Generational Programming(31:56) Conversation as Value Exchange(38:26) The Nature of Deep Conversations(41:28) The Allure of Podcasts(47:36) Embracing the Spirit of Podcasting(52:58) Power of Long-Form Podcasts(67:43) Navigating Distinctions(75:16) Giving Useful Advice(79:24) Risk, Aliveness, and Correlation(92:37) The Internet as a Synchronicity Machine(104:41) Conversation as the Third Entity(117:38) Martin's Key MessageReady to dive deep into the power of conversations? Join us for the video podcast, access the full show notes, and explore additional resources at -> https://www.noblewarrior.com/173. Unleash the transformative potential of meaningful dialogue today.

Get ready to be captivated by the mesmerizing storytelling prowess of Max Stossel, an award-winning poet, filmmaker, and speaker whose talents have earned him recognition as one of the best storytellers by Forbes. With his incredible one-man show, "Words That Move," consistently selling out theaters in New York City and captivating audiences around the world, Max's performances are nothing short of awe-inspiring. Prepare to embark on a mind-expanding journey as we dive into profound and hilarious narratives that have transcended cultural boundaries, with his work translated into fourteen languages and amassing over 20 million online views.We talked about: (1:29) Discover the role of poets in modern society today(5:49) Unravel the concept of "simple complexity"(9:00) Learn how words can be used to evoke specific emotions(12:15) Explore Max's creative process(15:08) Compare Max's creative process with stand-up comedians(20:01) Witness the transformation of Max's character through poetry(26:38) Cultivate resilience while revealing personal truths(28:51) Navigate negative emotions during the creative process(32:13) Uncover CK's use of social media in his creative process(33:25) Understand why Max avoids using social media to test his material(37:08) Embrace the focus on "truth" over "value"(39:00) Experience Max's captivating poem on worth(44:56) Learn Max's method for remembering all his pieces(47:04) Discover how Max captures inspiration through note-taking(52:04) Gain insights into Jason Silva's creative process(55:00) Explore Max's ritual before starting the creative process(55:47) Uncover the correlation between self-love and creative ability(56:19) Cultivate devotion to creativity with Max's wisdom(58:54) Discover the singular question Max uses to follow intuition(63:17) Explore Max's perspective on psychedelics and their role in his life(67:27) Reflect on Max's relationship with the word "mastery"(70:43) Understand the impact of the social awakening movement on students and social media(73:18) Learn effective techniques for changing people's minds(81:04) Gain Max's insights on AI tools like ChatGPT and their impact on creative work(95:23) Embrace Max's heartfelt recommendation for your devotion to love.For the full show notes, go to https://noblewarrior.com/172

Join me in my upcoming episode with Tom Chi, a visionary leader who has made significant contributions to the technology industry. Tom's involvement in successful projects like Microsoft Outlook, Yahoo Search, and Google has been pivotal. His expertise in rapid prototyping and innovative thinking has revolutionized product development and propelled these companies to new heights. As the former head of product experience at Google X, Tom has been at the forefront of groundbreaking technologies such as Google Glass and self-driving cars. Currently, he is focused on deploying venture capital to catalyze a world where humanity has a positive impact on nature. Don't miss this enlightening conversation as we delve into topics like impact entrepreneurship, the pursuit of a career as a craft, and the danger of AI.We talked about:(1:33) Life-Altering Near-Death Experience: Tom shares profound lessons learned.(3:23) Signs of Burnout: Discover the crucial symptoms to watch out for.(12:34) Spirituality for Secular Individuals: Tom's perspective on spiritual practices.(15:03) Measuring Effectiveness: Learn how to collect data for spiritual practices' impact.(19:10) Insights into Dying: Tom discusses physical sensations at the moment of death.(20:02) The Deep Connection: Exploring the rationalist's view of universal interconnectedness.(33:36) Overcoming Despair: Discover empowering actions to take during moments of despair.(35:55) Unveiling Dissatisfaction: Tom reveals the sources of discontentment.(36:39) Triumphs vs. Societal Expectations: Examining the impact of societal pressures.(38:07) Transforming Dissatisfaction: A step-by-step guide to changing your discontentment.(41:16) Cultivating Happiness: Strategies for building the skills of happiness.(47:39) Intrinsic vs. Mimetic Desires: Gaining insights into distinguishing between desires.(50:27) The Practice of Enlightenment: Explore the notion of enlightenment as an ongoing practice.(53:14) Embracing Quality Moments: Discover the importance of cherishing each moment.(54:09) A Life of Craft: Tom's goal of pursuing a life dedicated to craftsmanship.(57:37) Balancing Reach and Groundedness: A mountain climber metaphor for finding balance.(60:00) Returning to Flow: Techniques for getting back in the flow of practicing your craft.(75:25) Entrepreneurship as Transformation: Uncover the transformative power of entrepreneurship.(78:17) Common Mistake Entrepreneurs Make: Learn the number one mistake when starting a venture.(79:33) The 10-Second MBA: Key insights for aspiring entrepreneurs in just 10 seconds.(86:52) Humanity's Problem with Nature: Tom reveals the main issue between humanity and nature.(88:17) Investing in Solutions: Discover how Tom breaks down problems into investable industries.(89:01) Aton Ventures' Investment Thesis: Insights into the triad investment thesis.(91:42) Shifting Global Consciousness: Tom's approach to shifting consciousness on a global scale.(103:39) The Power of Goal-Setting: Understanding the impact of setting the right goals.(106:49) Unraveling Life's Purpose: Tom shares profound insights on finding purpose.(115:10) Tragedies vs. Triumphs: How tragedies shape individuals more than successes.(117:14) Urgency for Change: The importance of decisions impacting millions of years to come.(126:10) Investing for Nature: Tom's plea for more investors following the triad strategy.(131:57) Cognitive Impact of Ads: How advertisements affect our cognitive landscape.(136:45) Responsible AI Development: Taking back responsibility for the development of AI technologies.(138:10) Managing Ideas: Tom's approach to organizing and tracking multiple ideas.(144:06) Compost Late-Stage Capitalism: A new model of entrepreneurship for post-capitalist companies.Click on the link for full show notes: https://noblewarrior.com/171

Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Anthony Flores, a Stanford Philosophy graduate and acclaimed copywriter.What makes this conversation particularly thrilling is Anthony's remarkable achievement in the realm of brainwave and meditation records. He has surpassed renowned high performers like Tony Robbins and Jim Kwik, displaying brainwave patterns equivalent to those of a monk with 50,000 hours of meditation. It's no wonder he has earned the endearing title of "Gamma God."Anthony's journey is a testament to the extraordinary potential of the human mind, even in the midst of a busy modern lifestyle. However, his impact extends far beyond personal accomplishments. He is driven by a profound mission to create a community of conscious investors and entrepreneurs, utilizing technology and crypto investing to elevate global consciousness and drive positive change.We talked about:(0:32) Unveiling the Secrets of the "Gamma God" Title(5:12) Exploring the Power of Neurofeedback Meditation(6:22) Nervous System Insights: How Neurofeedback Meditation Works(9:13) The Power of Sustained Higher Frequencies: Optimizing Performance and Unlocking Potential(13:28) The Mind-State Connection: Understanding How Our Thoughts Reflect Our State(15:18) Embracing Emotions: Differentiating Between Bypassing and Fully Feeling(19:26) Plant Medicine Insights: Shifting Content and Embracing the Felt Experience(22:24) Breaking Barriers: Anthony's Remarkable Brain Wave Achievement as a Householder(26:25) Cultivating Joy and Gratitude: The Foundation for an Elevated Baseline(28:02) Frequency and Opportunities: Exploring the Correlation Between Higher States and Manifestation(38:48) Driving the Super Car of Your Mind: Applying Higher Frequencies in Everyday Life(41:07) Breaking Through Boundaries: Anthony's Personal Journey to the Next Level of Brain Waves(45:35) Morning Rituals: Brain Wave Modulations for a Mindful Start to the Day(48:31) Gamma as a Manifestation Tool: Anthony's Insights and Techniques(58:18) Anchoring Higher Frequencies: How Anthony Sustains and Embodies the Elevated State(64:04) The Jedi Council Vision: Shifting Global Consciousness at Scale(68:39) Joyful Discipline: Thinking and Acting in Alignment with Your Highest JoyFor the full episode, go to https://noblewarrior.com/170

Welcome to the podcast! Our special guest today is Francoise Bourzat, an esteemed expert in consciousness medicine. With a Master's degree in Somatic Psychology and years of experience, Francoise has apprenticed with shamans and healers in the US and Mexico. Through her transformative work, including Sacred Mushrooms ceremonies with Mazatec healers, she has helped countless individuals discover the power of expanded states of consciousness. Francoise also shares her wisdom through workshops, conferences, and her acclaimed book, "Consciousness Medicine." Join us as we delve into the realms of consciousness and explore the transformative potential of sacred medicines with Francoise Bourzat.We talked about:(00:56) Unveiling the Origin Story of "Conscious Medicine"(4:18) The Creative Process Behind "Conscious Medicine"(8:45) Why "Conscious Medicine" Resonates with People(13:55) Francoise's Personal Transformation in Writing the Book(20:04) Navigating the Path of Personal Practice and Self-Awareness(25:08) Choosing the Healer's Path: Francoise's Inspirations and Insights(28:02) Comparing MDMA, Mushrooms, and Ketamine: Francoise's Perspective(35:52) Francoise's Own MDMA Experience: Insights and Learnings(38:52) To Note or Not to Note: Perspectives on Taking Notes During Journeys(42:44) Indicators of a Good Journey: Francoise's Insights(47:20) The Transformative Spark: Francoise's Initial Inspiration for Exploring Psychedelics(50:34) Dispelling Misconceptions: Insights into Sacred Mushrooms(54:17) Discoveries After 2000 Journeys: The Importance of Sacred Mushroom Experiences(65:09) The Potential of Sacred Mushrooms: Individual and Societal Evolution(67:25) The Role of Courage in Psychedelic Explorations(69:52) How to Learn about the Wisdom of Sacred Mushrooms(75:02) Addressing Misconduct Allegations and Advancing the Field of Psychedelic Therapies(78:32) The Significance of Creating an Altar for Sacred MushroomsFor the full show notes, go to https://noblewarrior.com/169

Introducing my next guest, Iskukua Biraci Yawanawa, the youngest chief of the New Hope Village, Aldeia Nova Esperança. Iskukua is not only a highly skilled singer and musician but also a renowned healer. Through his powerful healing ceremonies, he has touched the lives of over 30,000 individuals.We talked about:(8:07) Ayahuasca's Role in Spiritual Connection: Exploring the Power of the Plant(16:39) Self-Care Practices: Nurturing the Body on the Spiritual Path(19:35) Balancing Spirituality and Leadership: Insights from Iskukua Biraci Yawanawa(24:56) Surrendering to Responsibilities: Finding Strength in Service(28:46) Power and Stamina in Ceremony: Unveiling Iskukua's Spiritual Practice(38:59) Beyond the Muka Diet: Insights from Yawanawa Spiritual Initiation(44:05) Making Right Decisions: Guidance from Yawanawa Wisdom(50:59) Cultivating Intuition: Iskukua's Approach to Harnessing Inner Guidance(61:37) Exploring Yawanawa Wisdom and Culture: Baby Steps for Learning(71:49) Decision-Making in the Village: Insights into Community Governance(75:15) Conflict Resolution in the Village: Maintaining Harmony and Unity(85:19) Chosen to Lead: Iskukua's Journey to Becoming Chief(88:58) Servant Leadership: Iskukua's Perspective on Leadership and Service(91:28) Embracing Change: Navigating Modern Technologies and Traditional Values(97:08) Spiritual and Healing Journey: Iskukua's Message to Western SeekersFor the full show note, go to https://noblewarrior.com/168

Today, we're honored to host Wesly Feuquay, also known as "the guy people call when nothing else works." A Master Coach and a Trainer of Trainers, Wesly brings an unparalleled expertise in Spiritual Technology, Accelerated Evolution, and Emotional Release Systems. His extensive 15-year tenure as a faculty member of psychological science at Maricopa Colleges in Arizona allowed him to pioneer coursework in the Psychology of Consciousness and Mature Ego Development.We talked about:(0:55) Therapy vs. The Rapid Rewire Method: Unveiling the Key Distinctions(3:40) The Role of a Coach in Mental Fitness: Why It's Critical for Leaders(8:22) Stages of Conscious Development: A Roadmap to Higher Self-awareness(12:52) The Possibility of Consciousness Regression and the Mountain Climbing Metaphor: Understanding Inner Challenges(35:12) Proliferation of Spiritual Technology: Why Isn't It More Widespread?(41:47) Tackling Low-Grade Negative Emotions: Effective Strategies for Leaders(43:14) The Unique Appeal of The Rapid Rewire Method: What Sets It Apart(47:22) Ideal Candidates: Who Benefits Most from The Rapid Rewire Method?(49:27) The Nature of Change: Understanding Stage Change vs. Permanent Transformation(53:30) The Path to Embodiment: Awakening, Growing, and Demonstrating Your Teachings(62:30) Visioneering and Technologies: Tools to Assist in the Process of Vision Development.To listen to the full episode, go to: https://noblewarrior.com/167

My next guest, Vladimir Stojakovic, is a truly exceptional guest A seasoned practitioner of Spiritual Technology, he's reached the pinnacle as a "Trainer of Trainers" under Zivorad Mihajlovic Slavinski. An author of three influential books, Vladimir has delved deep into the realms of self-improvement, emotional healing, and spiritual enlightenment.His profound knowledge has attracted the likes of Tony Robbins, and he's since worked with countless individuals worldwide, both professionals and those on their personal growth journey. His revolutionary "Satori Protocol" empowers people to experience and repeat spiritual enlightenment independently, an unprecedented advancement in spiritual development. Now based in Australia, he continues to share his wisdom through online seminars. Please join me in welcoming Vladimir Stojakovic.We talked about:(2:22) Understanding Spiritual Technologies: A departure from traditional therapies(12:22) Spiritual Technologies vs. Psychoanalysis: The key distinctions(17:33) The Role of Consciousness in Spiritual Technologies: An essential perspective(22:37) The Ultimate Goal: Liberation through Spirituality(39:15) The Complementary Nature of Vipassanna and Spiritual Technologies(40:57) The Advantage of Inner Familiarity: Why it facilitates work with Spiritual Technologies(44:55) Breaking Free: Why stepping out of your comfort zone fuels spiritual progress(49:09) Seeking Growth: How to identify new spiritual opportunities(66:55) The Unconventional Benefit: How content consumption can spur spiritual development(70:08) The Importance of Uncovering for Spiritual Advancement(71:00) The Best Approach: Combining methods and the art of listening(76:19) Vladimir's Journey: The capabilities gained through 30,000 spiritual processes(84:00) The Enlightenment Experience: What happens when you reach it?(85:24) The Phases of Enlightenment: A comprehensive overview(94:13) Balancing Enlightenment and Skills of Release: Why both are essential for spiritual growth(95:27) Mountain Climbing Metaphor: CK's perspective on enlightenment and psychedelics(98:40) Choosing the Right Path: How to find the method that's best for you(101:59) Navigating the Dark Night of the Soul: Spiritual Technologies' approach(106:40) The Latest Innovations: Introducing the Integra Protocol and the Satori Protocol(116:14) Applying Spiritual Technologies: Innovative solutions to objective problems(118:14) Resolving Subjective Problems: Why don't people take action post-resolution?Links:https://vladimirstojakovic.com/To listen to full episode, go https://noblewarrior.com/166

My guest is Fred Joyal, a multi-talented author, speaker, entrepreneur, and business advisor. As the co-founder of the country's most successful dentist referral service, 1-800-DENTIST, Fred has an impressive background in marketing, standup and improv comedy, and even acting. His latest best-selling book, Superbold: from Under-confident to Charismatic in 90 days, has garnered acclaim from both Amazon and the Wall Street Journal. Join us as we explore Fred's diverse experiences - from defeating Sir Richard Branson in chess to being a question on Jeopardy - and learn valuable insights from this captivating and accomplished individual.We talked about(2:36) Discover how boldness transformed Fred's life beyond wealth and success(5:47) Learn to build your boldness muscle for greater confidence(6:09) How standup comedy helped Fred develop boldness and courage(12:44) Turn life's minor irritations into growth opportunities(21:47) Use past silence as motivation to speak up today(25:38) Handling moments when you've said the wrong thing(28:28) Embrace failure as a purposeful part of practicing boldness(31:28) Managing self-judgment and staying focused(41:34) David Ogilvy's legendary mantra and its impact on Fred(44:43) Overcoming perfectionism: the trap for introverts and the unbold(46:50) The benefits of being "somewhat unprepared"(53:51) Fred's top technique for shaking nerves: harnessing physiology(56:55) The surprising truth about how often people think about you(64:29) Goal setting: finding the right dosage and intensity(68:23) Why Fred talks to wallflowers at gatherings(71:15) Handling encounters with admired individuals(72:27) The reason Fred avoids taking selfies with celebrities(76:26) Cultivating the belief in one's ability to figure things out(83:36) Embracing risk as the juice of life(88:40) Becoming bolder online to build your personal brandLinkshttps://geni.us/Superboldhttps://twitter.com/fredjoyalhttps://instagram.com/fredjoyalhttps://tiktok.com/fredjoyalFull Episode (listen here!)https://noblewarrior.com/165

My guest today is Jack Liang. He co-founded GoldenDAO with Andrew Yang and is one of the leaders in the Stop Asian Hate movement, one of the largest anti-racism movements in the country. Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Jack faced discrimination and violence as a Chinese-American. However, instead of letting this adversity hold him back, Jack has used his unique background to spearhead this significant movement. As an entrepreneur, activist, and former corporate professional, Jack is the driving force behind the historic rally Stop Asian Hate, which united thousands of people in a stand against discrimination. Despite facing challenges and setbacks, Jack remains unwavering in his pursuit of justice and equality. His passion has taken him from the streets to boardrooms, and even into the digital space with the launch of GoldenDAO, the first social activism DAO. Get ready to be inspired by the unstoppable force that is Jack Liang.We talked about(8:52) Discovering inner peace: How Young Pueblo introduced Jack to meditation(11:21) Mastering your state of mind: Learning from Tony Robbins to transform your physiological state(15:47) Unraveling the past: How childhood experiences shape our decisions today(18:21) Navigating your inner compass: Differentiating between your higher self and lower self(23:49) Problem-solving: Where do effective solutions come from?(24:51) Revolutionizing protests: Jack's modern approach to organizing rallies(26:33) Origins of a movement: The birth of the Stop Asian Hate rally(29:49) Rallying for change: The far-reaching impact of Jack's first protest(35:47) Uncovering the driving force: The source of Jack's unwavering motivation(46:37) A star-studded protest: The story behind Rihanna's surprise appearance at the Times Square rally(63:48) Navigating crisis: Strategies for achieving the best outcome during triggering events(71:12) Powerhouse partnership: How Jack and Andrew Yang joined forces in business(75:23) Reading the room: Developing a critical skill for entrepreneurial success(90:42) Creating spaces for healing: Jack's vision for fostering healing and growthLinkshttps://stopaapihate.org/https://www.goldendao.xyz/https://www.instagram.com/jackliang/

My next guest is Pablos Holman, a world-renowned hacker, inventor, and technology futurist with a unique ability to distill complex technology into practical tools.His past projects include building spaceships at Blue Origin with Jeff Bezos, working on an impact invention effort to eradicate malaria with Bill Gates, and founding Intellectual Ventures Lab for Nathan Myhrvold to support a wide range of invention projects, such as a brain surgery tool, a machine to suppress hurricanes, a nuclear reactor powered by nuclear waste, and a machine that can shoot mosquitoes out of the sky with lasers. With over 70 patents, Pablos is a true innovator.Pablos is a sought-after speaker and has been invited to conferences around the world to share his expertise on innovation, invention, hacking, technology, and cybersecurity. He has spoken at prestigious events such as Stanford, the United Nations, the World Economic Forum at Davos, the Microsoft CEO Summit, The FORTUNE CEO Summit, the CIA, Google Zeitgeist, and The Milken Global Conference. His TED Talks have amassed over 30 million views.Currently, Pablos serves as the Managing Director at Deep Future, where he backs mad scientists, rogue inventors, crazy hackers, and maverick entrepreneurs in implementing science fiction, solving big problems, and helping our species become better ancestors.Link: https://deepfuture.tech/

My guest is Tim Chang. He has over two decades of broad early-stage technology investment experience in Silicon Valley at Mayfield Fund, Norwest Venture Partners, and Gabriel Venture Partners and has been named to the Forbes Midas List and the AlwaysOn Power Players of top investors. Tim has led early-stage investments in Iridigm, Playdom, ngmoco, Basis, AdChina, Moat, Classpass, Tonal Fitness, TRIPP, and Grove Collaborative creating more than $4B in total exit value.  Beyond just making successful investments, Tim is deeply committed to supporting startups and organizations that bring about greater consciousness, connection, and healing in the world. Tim serves on the non-profit boards of several organizations, including California Institute of Integral Studies, Reimagine Death, and Gray Area Arts. With his unique background and expertise, Tim will share his insights on how to create a world that's more conscious, connected, and healing through technology.We talked about:(0:41) Are you going through a midlife crisis? Find out how to turn it into a midlife chrysalis.(8:41) Are you struggling to find your own story? Discover the power of storytelling and how to find yours.(13:12) Do you want to unlock the power of your social network? Learn how to find your superpowers through play.(25:13) Want to understand the underlying forces of companies and individuals? Hear Tim's mental model.(27:46) Are you looking for transformation? Learn about the power of cohort-based learning.(30:47) Do you want to surround yourself with a peer group that will help you achieve your goals? Discover Tim's criteria for choosing his peer group.(37:16) Do you need help clarifying who you are? Find out Tim's counterintuitive approach.(42:20) Are you interested in the intersection of AI and humanity? Hear Tim's perspective on the ultimate child of humanity.(50:15) Are you interested in conscious business? Learn about the necessity of the Conscious MBA program.

My guest is Sky Cowans. Sky is a video creator who delves into the world of wellness, spirituality, and alternative lifestyles on her YouTube channel, Sky Life. (138K subs) Her curiosity leads her on a journey of discovery and she shares her findings through her documentary-style videos. Join us as we dive into Sky's story and learn about the valuable insights she has gained on her journey. We talked about:1:01 Life of a professional seeker3:19 How Sky cultivates gratitude and positivity in the midst of challenges10:06 The art and process of creating meaningful content15:33 Reflecting on the unexpected turns and breakthroughs in Sky's journey24:18 The intentionality and serendipity behind Sky's path as a video creator26:08 What sets Sky's videos apart from others30:45 The factors that influence Sky's video creation process33:58 The key elements of a successful video for Sky45:16 The unexpected personal transformations that come with being a professional seeker47:08 Encouragement for those hesitant to embrace change51:33 The value of learning from mistakes and growth in video creation53:56 The evolution of Sky's content and personal growth as a creator56:19 The connection and vulnerability in being the main subject of one's own art58:45 The importance of authenticity in storytelling62:19 Sky's connection and relationship with her audience65:12 The meaning and significance of a "true fan"67:34 The journey of building a dedicated fanbase74:08 The distinctions between curating experiences and storytelling76:51 The integration of transformative experiences into daily life

My guest is Pablo Vargas, the founder of the Mayan Warrior, a multimedia art vehicle that has been featured at Burning Man since 2012, and Ilumina, an interactive light and sound installation that made its debut at the festival in 2017. Outside of Burning Man, he has built a career in various industries, from e-payments to media to the visual and performing arts. He is the founder of Sr. Pago, one of the leading e-payment platforms in Latin America, and also the founder of EXA Radio and TV, a media outlet that targets the youth market. But it's not just his business acumen that sets Pablo apart. So, stay tuned as we discuss his journey, and the insights he has gained throughout his diverse and accomplished career.(2:24) "Exploring the Mayan Warrior: Values and Symbolism"(6:08) "Finding Vision through Peyote Ceremony"(13:48) "Evolving the Mayan Warrior: The Journey So Far"(18:05) "The Importance of Intention Setting in Theme Camps"(19:15) "Defining the 'Warrior' Archetype"(21:07) "Why Theme Camps are Transformative at Burning Man"(25:46) "Lessons Learned as a Theme Camp Organizer"(32:00) "Discovering Purpose: Defining and Living Your Purpose"(42:58) "Advice for Midlife Entrepreneurs: A Message to My Younger Self"(49:03) "Dreaming Big: What's Next for Me?"(52:42) "Supporting Artists: Financial Tools for Entrepreneurs"(57:12) "Making the Transition: From Corporate Roles to Purposeful Entrepreneurship"(60:00) "My Definition of Success"(62:57) "Healing as a Path to Wholeness"(64:45) "Healing as a Means to Effortless Action"(66:10) "Healing from the Trauma of Being Pushed Away from Passion"(70:10) "The Modalities that Have Helped Me Heal"(73:00) "Why Iboga Was Most Effective for Me"(77:17) "Who Embodies Actualized Purpose Entrepreneurship and Artistry?"(83:05) "Practices for Achieving Actualization"

Maria Sanchez Yatriki is the co-producer of Sacbe, a Burning Man theme camp and network of international artists and change-makers. Maria is a community steward and experiential producer with a passion for using her skills and experiences to bring people together and ignite positive change. With roots in rural Mexico and a background in TV and film production, Maria has founded several successful companies and has worked with a variety of brands and organizations. She is the founder of Inner Refuge, an experiential production company that specializes in bringing people together through ancestral knowledge, energy work, and practices that guide human consciousness towards realignment with the planet. In this episode, we'll hear about Maria's journey to becoming a leader in her community and her vision for creating permanent communities, curating sustainable networks, and collaborating on projects that are generative, creative, inclusive, and empathic.Time Stamps:(0:33) Discover the Meaning and Purpose of Sacbe(3:18) Experience the Mashika Culture with Sacbe(6:43) Find Out What Inspired the Creation of Sacbe(11:43) Learn Why Building with Community is Key for Sacbe(14:51) Discover the Tools Used to Build Community with Sacbe(16:10) Learn about the Governance of Sacbe(28:34) Find Out What Has Worked and What Hasn't in the Burning Man Container with Sacbe(33:09)(50:01) Strike the Perfect Balance between Providing a Soft Landing and Being a Plug-and-Play(34:40) Learn How Feminine Leadership Shapes the Culture of Sacbe(39:06) Discover Effective Rituals for Bringing People Together in Burning Man(42:03) Find the Right Balance Between Having Enough and Too Many Rituals(55:12) Explore the Vision of Sacbe(62:28) Hear Advice from Maria on Fundraising for Sacbe(66:04) Learn How NFTs Can Help Theme Camps Raise Funds(69:14) Discover How Sacbe Makes a Difference(73:44) Find Out How Sacbe Responds to Critics of Burning Man's Carbon Practices(76:29) Learn Effective Practices for Helping People Change Behaviors Beyond Burning Man(78:51) Get Expert Advice on Starting or Joining Communities from Maria(82:20) Find out About Planet BuyBack, a Crowdfunding Platform for Making a Positive Impact

This week, we have leadership strategist and transformational facilitator Jennifer Russell as our guest. Jennifer has co-led Camp Mystic for the past 12 years, a camp that brings together thought leaders, teachers, healers, entrepreneurs, artists, and performers who are dedicated to creating transformative experiences and culture. In the "Grand Playa," Jennifer is a successful entrepreneur and has worked on the executive teams of high-impact biotech startups. Alongside her business and life partner, Bryan Franklin, Jennifer is an executive coach, relationship coach, leadership strategist, and facilitator, committed to helping create impactful organizations, healthy relationships, and thriving cultures. Jennifer leads transformational and professional programs designed to liberate people from self-imposed limiting beliefs and helps evolve the way we lead and love in hopes of healing the divide and building bridges in our polarized world.(0:32) The Purpose Behind Camp Mystic(7:53) The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Burning Man(8:47) How Burning Man Changed Jennifer's Life(17:15) Convincing a Burning Man Skeptic(29:17) The Rationale Behind Bringing More Conveniences to Burning Man(32:21) The Importance of Documenting Camp Mystic's History(39:14) The Impact of the Demanding and Contribution Matrix(57:32) Leading with Your Highest Values as a Camp Lead(64:30) Making Strike a Positive and Inspiring Experience(66:22) Lessons for Aspiring Theme Camp Organizers(68:10) Architecting Your Culture Documents for the Best Culture(69:57) Specific Actions for Aspiring Theme Camp Organizers(74:30) The Importance of Curating the Right People(79:48) The Key Skill of Holding Multiple Perspectives in Dissolving Conflicts of Different Values(90:10) Leadership Lessons from Being a Camp Lead(93:30) Jennifer's Longterm Vision(102:11) The Idea of "Never Having to Work Again"(106:44)(114:36) Managing Energy and Time to Get All Your Projects Done(113:52) CK's Secret Intention with All His Guests(123:50) The Transformational Power of Stories(129:15) One Lesson Jennifer Would Give to Her Younger Self

Our guest today is John Halcyon Styn, one of the cofounders of Pink Heart, a Burning Man theme camp. He is also a social media pioneer and author with over 20 years of experience in online storytelling through his "Hug Nation" YouTube channel and Facebook Live broadcasts. His stories have been viewed online over 40 million times and the homeless outreach organization "1st Saturdays." Currently, he is focused on daily Zoom Gratitude Circles and "The Pink Path," a coaching program that helps people live authentic and self-expressed lives. Let's dive into John's journey and learn about his insights on purpose and authenticity.(0:49) The Surprising Origin Story of Pink Heart(2:52) The Meaning Behind the Color Pink(5:52) The Gift and Responsibility of Introducing New People to Burning Man(8:55) The Unexpected Downsides of Being Bold(12:05) How Self-Celebration Can Transform Your Life(13:34) The Fine Line Between Self-Importance and Self-Celebration(15:38) The Surprising Reason Why Service Makes Us Feel Better(17:12) The Mantra that Can Revolutionize Your Volunteering Experience(20:51) The Step-by-Step Guide to Turning Your Burning Man Idea into Reality(23:51) Halcyon's Framework for Bringing Something New to Burning Man(26:44) Halcyon's Personal Purpose and How He Lives It Every Day(32:31) Balancing Deadlines and Positive Vibes while Running Pink Heart(48:21) Finding the Sweet Spot Between Magic and Structure(50:23) Halcyon's Controversial Opinion on Plug-and-Play Camps(59:50) The Secret to Halcyon's Longevity in the Online Storytelling World(63:05) Halcyon's Perspective on Transformational Experiences(64:04) The Most Important Lessons Halcyon Has Learned After 24 Years(69:09) Halcyon's Personal Story About Larry Harvey, Founder of Burning Man(70:28) The Dangers of Attachment to Goals(73:55) The Power of Group Gratitude Practice(75:12) The Transformative Power of Community(77:12)(107:58) The Advice Halcyon Would Give to His Younger Self on His Walkabout(82:08) The True Gift of Being a Teacher(90:19) The Secret to Halcyon's Creative Consistency After 1000 YouTube Clips(98:07) The Transformative Stories That Have Stayed with Halcyon After 24 Years(113:58) The Words of Encouragement Halcyon Has for Himself During Times of Faith Testing

My guest is Lee Merschon. He is the founder of Camp Epic, a theme camp at Burning Man. Born in Israel in 1981, our guest had a tumultuous childhood, moving between countries and struggling with lying and theft. However, after realizing that the root of his problems was within himself, he began to make changes and eventually graduated with a degree in psychology from UC Davis. He discovered magic and experienced a major injury, but persevered and even went on a year-long journey through Central and South America, Europe, and Israel. He eventually met his wife in Berlin and started a business in Los Angeles, where he also discovered Burning Man and started a camp focused on hosting fluid projects and fostering creativity and connection. Our guest has faced many challenges and come out on the other side, making him a unique and inspiring individual.We talked about(0:22) The relationship between theme camp organizers(4:16) The line between snarky and mean at Burning Man(5:47) Why the founder of Camp Epic has returned for 10 years(15:29) The relationship between statistics and miracles(32:38)(47:17) Why every camp at Burning Man is a plug-and-play camp(39:51) The evolution of the founder's leadership over the past 10 years(53:19) How the problem of plug-and-play was solved at Camp Epic(76:05) How Camp Epic governs and makes decisions(82:19) How 'success' is measured as a camp(83:54) Lessons for aspirational camp organizers(90:56) Three ways Burning Man has affected the founder's life outside of the event(100:35) The ripple effects seen from Camp Epic(102:52) One idea to share with the audience

My guest is Samantha Coker, an entrepreneur, writer, and humanitarian. She was the project manager for Red Lightning, a theme camp at Burning Man, for 5 years, and is also the co-founder and CEO of Rich Nuts, a rapidly growing sprouted gourmet nut company that she hopes to expand internationally to bring healthy food and education to a wider audience. With a career that exists at the intersection of art, commerce, and social change, Samantha has a unique ability to balance the creative and pragmatic. She has a passion for diversity and has spent time living abroad, immersing herself in different cultures.We talked about+(6:05) Introduction to intentional or conscious camps+(9:34) Evolution of Red Lightning's intentions+(17:03) Definition and discussion of culture appropriation+(21:48) Finding the right scope or ambition for Red Lightning+(26:01) Decision-making processes in running Red Lightning+(31:48) Key lessons learned from running Red Lightning+(39:46) Identifying intrinsic motivators in people+(44:23) Creative ways to fund theme camps+(52:29) Why plug-and-play robs people of their burning man experience?+(56:37) Tips for maintaining healthy romantic relationships at Burning Man

My next guest is Christopher Krywulak. He is the founder of Playalchemist, a Burning Man theme camp. Christopher is no stranger to pushing boundaries and thinking outside the box. He started his first company in Saskatchewan at the young age of 18, with a mission to conduct business more humanely and create a self-managing environment that fosters creativity and personal growth. Since then, he has built several successful software businesses, including iQmetrix, Cova, Ready, and Shiftlab. Christopher is a true trailblazer and we can't wait to hear his unique perspective on entrepreneurship and personal growth.We talked about:(2:16) The meaning of synchronicity(3:43) The prevalence of synchronicity at Burning Man(7:23) Strategies for avoiding a life of quiet desperation(23:08) The appeal of learning how to lucid dream(28:01) Christopher's personal experiment with synchronicity(33:31) Balancing surrender and intention-setting(40:50) The interplay of order and chaos(43:00) Christopher's purpose in life(53:46) The importance of following inspiration from the higher realm(57:28) Disentangling the mind and spirit(57:28) The journey of bringing the concept of Camp Playalchemist to fruition(95:04) The transformative power of parties(98:24) Letting go of attachment to outcomes(108:47) Striking a balance between challenge and comfort in a camp setting(112:18) Handling camp members who don't adhere to guidelines(116:06) Christopher's perspective on transformation(120:56) Techniques for accelerating the transformation process(126:01) Ways to get into flow(139:44) Different frameworks for human development(144:15) The underlying issue in our society

My next guest is Syd Gris. He is one of the longest-running fun creators in the Bay Area music and underground arts scene, Syd is known as a Renaissance man of the West Coast burner scene, and with good reason. Not only is he the co-founder (in 2003) of the legendary Opulent Temple collective (best known for their premiere sound stage at Burning Man), he is also the founder of Opel Productions, (2002) which has been consistently throwing club events and parties with purpose in San Francisco for 20 years.  He also is a child psychologist with a Doctorate in transpersonal psychology, an outspoken promoter on social issues.We talked about:(0:48) What is transformation?(02:42) What is our eternal nature? How do we connect to it(05:30) What did you learn from interviewing Jack Kornfield and Ram Dass?(22:31) How do the stories we tell ourselves impact our life?(24:10) How do you infuse your philosophy into Opulent Temple experiences?(30:45) What do you hope to accomplish in sharing the various aspect of your own consciousness?(34:49) How do you find the line between lecturing at others and curing the space?(38:16) What do you say to the naysayers?(42:04) What does it take to bring Opulent Temple to the playa?(53:58) What is a notable low moment for Opulent Temple(56:25) What are the top lessons from running Opulent Temple?(58:32) How do you learn to surrender?(61:23) What'd you say to the younger version of yourself 20 years ago?(67:08) What do you do to ensure that people bring the right energy to build?(71:18) What's one thing you wished you had known(76:31) After 20 years, what are you excited about?(81:15) The 4 recipes for a quiet desperate life(82:11) Burning Man is a great opportunity to deepen your bondsLinks:Spin article about Syd's role in sound at BM - https://www.spin.com/2015/09/syd-gris-burning-man-interview/Interview about sound camp history and related topics on Burn.life - https://www.burn.life/blog/interview-with-syd-grisCopy of a 2009 article that appeared in DJ Mag, an international publication on dance music and its culture, written by the Editor in Chief at the time- https://www.opulenttemple.org/dj-mag-feature-on-opulent-temple/

My next guest is Steve Hermosillo. He leads a yearly pilgrimage of 60 revelers to Burning Man where their theme camp, I'm OK, You're OK Corral, erects a saloon that slings drinks, live music, guest DJs, and a bevy of shenanigans. It's their collective gift to the community and 2022's event marked the camp's 19th year bringing their camp to Black Rock City.We talked about:(2:29) (5:33) How do you describe Burning Man to others?(16:32) What were some transformations you witnessed?(18:52) What is the Man?(25:19) How to design a camp that lasts?(29:02) What's great real estate placement in Burning Man?(32:32) Tell us the importance of cultivating relationships with your neighboring camps(38:41) Tell us about your invitation process(50:15) What rules do you have to ensure fairness in the camp?(55:37) Why did you pick 60 as the optimal size for your camp?(61:21) How do you give people the right jobs so they can grow and succeed?

My next guest is Salman Hatta. He is a transformational artist and coach who has found his way to personal freedom through a variety of spiritually awakening experiences. After spending nearly 15 years in high powered banking and tech positions with an Ivy League MBA, he discovered that following his own heart led to more fulfillment than following achievement-based societal and familial expectations that were actually self-limiting.He sees himself as a bridge between the mainstream and the spiritual. He weaves in between worlds with ease and grace. His joy comes from helping those who are deeply connected with their minds connect more with their hearts, as that is how he believes the world best gets to heal.

Sat Bir Singh Khalsa, Ph.D. is the Director of Yoga Research for the Yoga Alliance and the Kundalini Research Institute,Research Affiliate at the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine, and an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School at Brigham and Women's Hospital.He has conducted research on yoga and yoga therapy since 2001 and has been a practitioner/instructor of Kundalini Yoga since 1973. His research has evaluated yoga for insomnia, chronic stress, and anxiety-related disorders, and in workplace and public school settings. He works with the International Association of Yoga Therapists promoting yoga research as scientific director for the annual Symposium on Yoga Research and as editor-in-chief of the International Journal of Yoga Therapy. He is medical editor of the Harvard Medical School Special Report Introduction to Yoga, and chief editor of the medical textbook The Principles and Practice of Yoga in Health Care.We talked about:(0:59) What trends happened in yoga in the last 50 years?(4:21) The barriers for yoga to enter the mainstream(6:38) Why do people enter yoga and why do people stay with yoga?(9:38) Why people don't stay with their yoga practice?(11:59) How did you stick with your discipline in the last 50 years?(14:23) The limitations of modern medicine(18:56) What's spirituality to you? How do you distinguish science and spirituality?(25:11) How do you study mystical experiences?(29:46) Have you seen any promising funding mechanisms to fund the spiritual aspects of yoa?(33:33) How has being media savvy helped you with your research?(40:49) How did you end up choosing your field of research?(45:12) If you could design any experiments, how would you study altered states of consciousness through yoga?(50:23) Is there a parallel between research about hallucinogens and research about yoga?(52:29) Why is multi-discipline practice like yoga more beneficial than other single-discipline practices(58:57) How do you find the yoga teacher, environment, and philosophy that best suits you?(62:57) Why yoga is the better mind-body practice than others?

Leon VanderPol is an internationally-recognized leader, spirit-based teacher, and author in the field of transformational coaching and transformative living. He is the Founder of the Center for Transformational Coaching and his book, A Shift in Being: The Art and Practices of Deep Transformational Coaching, is selling in multiple languages, bringing his work to new audiences daily. Leon has spent over two decades immersed in the dynamics of personal and inter-personal change. At the core of Leon's teaching lies the transformation of human consciousness—what happens when we consistently begin to experience ourselves beyond our ego-based state of consciousness, as our essential Self and soul. Today he works with people from around the world to explore the boundaries of their existence, grow into new paradigms of personal experience, and tap into their most authentic Self. Link: To find out more, visit him at www.centerfortransformationalcoaching.comWe talked about:(4:13) What is transformational work?(10:10) How does impatience serve you?(14:06) What's the difference between transactional coaching, developmental coaching, and transformational coaching?(25:09) What happens when you receive transformational coaching?(30:38) The one question you need to answer when you receive coaching(37:52) What's the difference between a transformational coach and a therapist?(48:12) How do you cultivate trust with your path?(52:55) How to determine your optimal rhythm?(72:27) How to scale a coaching business with trust?(88:25) What matters in an enrollment conversation?(93:00) Why he listens to his inner guru today?(96:29) How do you rise above the noise in social media?

My next guest is Stephen Cope. He is a best-selling author and scholar who specializes in the relationship between the Eastern contemplative traditions and Western depth psychology. Among his seminal works in this area are: Yoga and the Quest for the True Self, The Wisdom of Yoga, and The Great Work of Your Life. His most recent work, The Dharma In Difficult Times, is the sequel to best-seller The Great Work of Your Life.For almost thirty years, Stephen has been Scholar-in-Residence at the renowned Kripalu Center—the largest center for the study and practice of yoga in the Western world. Kripalu hosts almost 50,000 guests a year in its many yoga, meditation, and personal growth programs. It is located on a sprawling 200 acre estate in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. In addition to his role as Scholar-in-Residence, Stephen is the founder and former director of the Kripalu Institute for Extraordinary Living—one of the world's most influential research institutes examining the effects and mechanisms of yoga and meditation, with a team of researchers from Harvard Medical School, University of Connecticut, University of Pennsylvania, and many more.We talked about:(1:05) What is dharma, one's true calling?(4:21) What do you say to those who are anxious for not having their purpose?(7:21) Thoreau, dharma, and the hunter metaphor(8:05) What are dharma assignments(9:55) What are 'fallow' periods, the times when you are actively searching(13:12) The leap of faith vs. the stepping off the curb(16:27) Surface level of the mind and the deep part of the mind(18:32) What is fluid intelligence? (22:16) How do you differentiate between surface mind and deep mind?(29:14) Three kinds of karma - drawn on water, on the sand, and ethed on the stones.(37:50) Duality and nonduality

My next guest is Rajesh Setty. He is often referred to as Silicon Valley's secret "spark plug" for startups, scale-ups (and shake-ups)Being a Polymath, Rajesh is constantly in the middle of running experiments across a variety of seemingly unrelated areas of interest, but with the common goal of how to create a better world through the projects, he incubates as one of the founders or participates in some meaningful capacity to help the founders.Together, the startups that Rajesh has co-founded are valued at $150+ million, and the ones where he serves as a mentor are valued at $700+ million. Finally, he has also taught 2000+ entrepreneurs as part of Founder Institute & beyond.His latest startups are Audvisor and MentorCloud.His latest books are "Six Foot World" and "Smart, but Stuck."His latest courses are "The Right Hustle" and "Flourish by Design."We talked about(01:22) Rajesh's fearlessness of publishing(11:53) Attach yourself to effort and detach yourself from results(18:45) Relationship building and social media(26:38) How Seinfeld provided him with infinite motivation to create(30:26) Mental health is about stories we tell ourselves about ourselves(33:18) Value creation is about giving meaningful gifts at scale with low incremental costs(38:11) 3 kinds of value creation: Delta T, Delta B, and Delta E(61:26) How a bicycle metaphor illustrates value creation for organizations(65:16) How to stay calm even amidst triggering events(69:22) How to manufacture goodness from misfortunes(78:04) The art of making good asks(78:11) The 3 time scale of relationships: long term, very long term, and lifetime(101:04) Choose 3 things carefully: projects, conversations, and people(102:56) How to ignore the critics on the internet(104:27) Rajesh's hack for gaining capacities at scale

My next guest is Dave Ford. He is the Founder of the Ocean Plastics Leadership Network.In 2021 the OPLN launched the Global Treaty Dialogues, a global virtual summit series engineered to build capacity and understanding around a Global Plastics Treaty. Participants include one hundred forty organizations from 34 countries across the vast plastic stakeholder spectrum.We talked about:(05:14) Why getting fired as a media executive was the best thing that happened to him(12:14) How ayahuasca helped him find healing with his pains with past relationship and job(26:07) How wildlife expedition helped him fall in love with nature(47:33) Why plastic corporations want to solve the plastic crisis(49:32) What are the best metrics to measure corporate efforts to solve environmental challenges (55:06) How is he able to put different stakeholders of the plastic crisis in the same room(58:44) How he found his niche? What is the core offer of the OPLN?(63:30) What is his success metric of the OPLN?(69:09) What's his advice to the younger Dave who is at the crossroads of quitting corporate and starting his first business

My next guest is Tej Dosa. He is a DTC copywriter, online entrepreneur, and spirituality-loving Twitter personality based out of Vancouver, Canada who lives to fulfill his personal motto for living a full life: "top of the world or bottom of the ocean, zero desire to live in the middle."We talked about:(01:23) When you're in flow, what's the experience of writing a newsletter?(03:23) We are the artifacts we leave behind(08:26) What's your creative process of writing your newsletter?(11:02) Why Tej write every day as a daily discipline?(14:04) What's Tej's life purpose?(38:38) Why writing and sex are the same thing?(41:47) The counterintuitive way Tej cultivates super fans(45:14) The greatest gift you can give as a creator to your readers(54:26) Tej's perspective on teaching(71:10) What's joy? How he robbed himself of joy and how he overcame it.(75:54) CK's journey of finding his expressions again(84:40) Two main drivers: suffering and curiosity(87:07) Yearning, attachment, and suffering(96:37) The front-end and back-end of his content and giving people what they want and need(101:03) Tej's meaning of life and the inside-out approach(113:52) How to play the game of life(123:27) How his heart was dead and how he reignited it with fire again

My next guest is Danny Miranda. He is a lover of life. He is a podcaster and tweeter whose mission is to make the world happier, healthier, and wiser. His previous guest appearances include Gary Vaynerchuk, Iman Gadzhi, Sahil Bloom, Tom Bilyeu, Chris Williamson, Kamal Ravikant, Miami Mayor Francis Suarez, Miss Excel Kat Norton, Ariel Helwani, Anthony Pompliano, James Altucher, Sam Parr, Greg McKeown, Kevin Kelly, Mike Maples, Sharon Salzberg, Dickie Bush, George Heaton, Rob Lipsett, Colin and Samir, Shaan Puri, Gay Hendricks, and many more incredible humans.We talked about:(03:41) Why meditation made him a better listener?(16:12) Why Tim Ferriss & Joe Rogan are the top podcasters?(17:10) The progress between Joe Rogan 100 to Joe Rogan 1000 as a podcaster(18:44) What makes Danny's guests bare their souls to him?(21:50) How Danny improves himself as an interviewer?(24:21) The overlooked pitfall of being too critical to yourself(31:55) The power of silence during interviews(38:34) The power of the juxtaposition(42:33) The ideal coach archetype(43:35) The ideal podcast experience(51:53) The power of questions to determine the quality of your life(52:42) Why humans cannot refuse questions(58:32) How to talk to people who have 10x the audience size than you(66:50) The mindset of journaling and documenting now instead of later(68:57) The importance of giving love to those you believe in(74:44) CK's acknowledgment practice(82:40) The powerful question to get deep without the small talks(85:55) How to calibrate your vocabulary level for the widest reach?(89:48) How CK maintains peace and calmness To activate, express, and amplify your purpose, go to: https://bit.ly/3lVRhhN

My guest is Brother Phap Linh, also known as Brother Spirit. He a zen Buddhist monk, musician and seeker. He began his monastic training with Thich Nhat Hanh in Plum Village in February 2008, and has since composed many of the community's beloved chants.Before ordaining he studied mathematics at Cambridge and worked professionally as a composer. A co-founder of the Wake Up Movement for young people, today Brother Phap Linh is actively engaged in teaching applied mindfulness to climate activists, business leaders, artists, and scientists. As a leading voice in the new generation of Buddhist monastics in the West, he is passionate about exploring how meditators and scientists can learn from each other and open new paths of healing and discovery. He has the conviction that a modern form of monasticism can play a crucial role in bringing about a more compassionate society as well as a much needed collective awakening to our interbeing with all life.Time Stamps- 03:59 From science to spirituality- 08:47 what makes Thích Nhất Hạnh infinite- 24:07 The decision to convert to the monastic life at Plum Village- 28:11 The impact he didn't know about his conversion- 41:12 His criteria to choose his community- 43:22 What is Engaged Buddhism- 52:00 What's his North Star- 61:30 Strike a balance between tradition and adaptation- 70:00 What makes Thích Nhất Hạnh a great teacher- 85:12 Scaling transformation- 92:46 Governance of an international monastic organization- 100:48 Superpower of longterm practitioners- 107:14 Honing the mind and being present- 110:31 The Chinese story about a guy and a horse- 115:03 What's happiness- 126:17 Contemplating death for serenity- 129:06 What to do with environmental anxiety- 132:04 How zen Buddhism builds human resilience when facing existential crisisTo support the Plum Village, go to https://plumvillage.org/donate

Mentored by respected kūpuna (elders), Ramsay is a practitioner and instructor of several Native Hawaiian practices: Hoʻoponopono (stress release and mediation), lomi haha (body alignment), and Kaihewalu Lua (Hawaiian combat/battle art).Kumu Ramsay is recognized locally, nationally, and internationally for transformational leadership in sustainability, cultural, and place-based values integration into contemporary business models. Kumu Ramsay advocates team building, strategic partnerships, community brilliance, and creative thinking. He is a recognized cultural resource, sought after keynote speaker, lecturer, trainer, and facilitator. He is especially effective working with Hawai‘i's industries where he integrates Native Hawaiian cultural values and principles into contemporary businessTime Stamps03:27 the connectedness about unifying mind, body, and spirit04:12 the Hawaiian practice of ho'ponopono13:00 the differences between elders and wisdom teachers22:09 concretize the 6th sense of space holders23:55 when the student is ready, the teacher shows up; when the teacher is ready, the student shows up26:47 the operationalization of spirit35:37 how he dispenses wisdom40:19 access universal wisdom43:08 self-centered vs. being centered itself54:20 inner harmony and outer harmony68:19 I go where I am invited to engineer harmonyLinkshttps://www.ramsaytaum.com/

My next guest is Amir Ahmad Nasr. He is an exiled author, journalist and pro-democracy activist. His writings have been featured in the Atlantic, Foreign Policy, WSJ, NY Times. Today he helps leaders and entrepreneurs tell their own stories with more purpose, focus, prosperity, freedom and fulfillment. On the creative side, he is also the artist, singer-songwriter Drima Starlight working on his debut album.Amir Ahmad Nasr and I talked about:  + Pros/cons of building a personal brand  + Transcending beyond the parent-child relationship  + Being rooted in your soul's purpose  + Accelerating soul-audience fit with technologies  + Finding your soul print and awakening your true leadership voiceTo learn more about him, go tohttps://assertive.co/about/ Transition from burnt-out warrior to noble warrior in the pursuit of deep joy, purpose, and presence: https://bit.ly/3lVRhhN

My next guest is Dave Lakhani, one of the nation's most recognizable experts on applied persuasion, human influence, sales and marketing, and cults.He is an award-winning author and speaker who has spoken to more than 2 million people in 126 countries around the world over the past decade. Dave is also an Entrepreneur whose companies have made the Inc. 500 list regularly. He is the founder of Boldapproach.com a business consulting firm and Co-Founder of GrowthFoundryDigital.com a growth-focused digital marketing agency. He is a proud veteran of the United States Army.You can find out more about Dave here -> https://growthfoundrydigital.com/ Transition from burnt-out warrior to noble warrior in the pursuit of deep joy, purpose, and presence: https://bit.ly/3lVRhhN

My next guest is Josh Terry. He is a Writer, content creator, and investor focused on learning theory, self-development, mental models, and bitcoin.He started Tiktok 2 years ago and in that time he has attracted 1.3M followers.We talked about:+His path from 0 to 1.3M+Why Tiktok is the fastest way to find your brand voice+Why Tiktok is a great platform for creatives +Horizontal vs. Vertical method of learning+How to use arbitrary limitations to find your niche+How to cultivate disciplines of recovery for workaholics +Knowing what he knows today, what's the #1 thing he'd tell other creatives on their path to 1.3M followersLinksJoin Josh's community https://lifemasteryacademy.carrd.co/Check out Josh's Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@joshterryplays Transition from burnt-out ego warrior to noble warrior in the pursuit of deep joy, purpose, and mental mastery: https://bit.ly/3lVRhhN

My guest is Roger Love, one of the world's leading authorities on voice. No other vocal coach in history has been more commercially successful in both the speaking and singing fields. Roger coached many iconic actors, entertainers, speakers, and authors: Reese Witherspoon, Joaquin Phoenix, Jeff Bridges, Keira Knightley, Angelina Jolie, Steve Carrell, and Will Ferrell, The Beach Boys, John Mayer, Selena Gomez, Gwen Stefani, Eminem, Anthony Robbins, John Gray, Brendon Burchard and Suze Orman.Roger has vocally produced more than 150 million-unit sales worldwide, written 3 top selling books, created multiple bestselling audio, video and online programs, and appeared as a regular in 4 major network TV shows. His Academy Award winning film coaching credits include Walk The Line, Crazy Heart, and A Star Is Born.We talked about:+Word-based communication vs. sound-based communication+Specific tactics to help cerebral speakers to deliver greater emotional impact+What specific steps can monotone speakers take to be more captivating+The 3 elements speakers can use to take charge of the room+The steps great singers and speakers take to find their voice+The importance of showcasing confidence as a professional+How to engineer a specific emotional impact Links+$50 certificate for Roger's programs

My next guest is John Gray. He is the author of the most well-known and trusted relationship book of all time, Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus. USA Today listed his book as one of the top 10 most influential books of the last quarter-century. In hardcover, it was the #1 best-selling book of the 1990s. Dr. Gray's books are translated into approximately 45 languages in more than 100 countries and continues to be a bestseller.Dr. Gray has written over 20 books. His most recent book is Beyond Mars and Venus: Relationship Skills for Our Complex Modern World. His Mars/Venus book series has forever changed the way men and women view their relationships.John helps men and women better understand and respect their differences in both personal and professional relationships. His approach combines specific communication techniques with healthy, nutritional choices that create the brain and body chemistry for lasting health, happiness, and romance.His many books, blogs, and free online workshops at MarsVenus.com provide practical insights to improve relationships at all stages of life and love. An advocate of health and optimal brain function, he also provides natural solutions for overcoming depression, anxiety, and stress to support increased energy, libido, hormonal balance, and better sleep. He has appeared repeatedly on Oprah, as well as on The Dr. Oz Show, TODAY, CBS This Morning, Good Morning America, and others. He has been profiled in Time, Forbes, USA Today, and People. He was also the subject of a three-hour special hosted by Barbara Walters.Links 

My guest is Rudy Randa, the Co-Founder of Aniwa Co and The Boa Foundation that focus on supporting humanity and the planet through initiatives in indigenous communities worldwide. Aniwa is a movement that invites people of all colors, creeds, and races to come together and create a new story, planting the seeds of change so we may grow and thrive in harmony with Mother Earth. Our mission is to amplify the voices of the world's most respected indigenous leaders, to help us remember how to connect with the power of the elements, the memories of the trees, the teachings of the heart. Together, we awaken and join forces in these times of great change. We curate transformative experiences through ancient ceremonies, ancestral wisdom, cultural exchange, and reciprocity, creating a deeper sense of connection, and all-inclusive solutions to live a joyful life of peace, understanding, and healing.We talked about:His origin story of chasing joy to being joyousHow he found his divine purposeIndigenous wisdom healing traumas and maladaptive programmingsAyahuasca as a healing agent for the spiritWhat it takes to build an organization that supports indigenous eldersThe intricacies of bridging cultures between the West and indigenous tribesLinks 

My guest is Mitch DeArmon. He is a leader of men and a forceful advocate for men. He currently facilitates the Man-to-Men event, an initiation event for men who are looking for the strength that comes with associating with other great men (man-to-men.org).As someone who has maintained himself with men's groups and through strong relationships with other men, he believes that this is the key to changing the role men have in our society and the social view that men are expendable.Mitch's areas of specialty include Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Adolescent Males, Mentoring, Initiation, Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Men, Couple Dynamics, At-Risk Youth, and Character Development. Over the last 30 years, he has served as a Mentor, Trainer, Motivator, Mediator, Speaker, Counselor, Leader, Coach, Program Developer, Problem-Solver, Case Manager, Facilitator, and Sponsor. He has been a radio show host on KSRO and authored several guidebooks on teen boys and mentoring.Mitch's background also includes 30 years of working with teen boys. An original founder of the Young Men's Ultimate Weekend, he developed the programming still used today to serve hundreds of youth and also facilitated the weekends. Awarded a personal $240,000 private foundation grant for 2002 and 2003 to develop mentoring and initiation programs for male adolescents of which the LeadershipWorks programs are the result. LinksMan to Men

My next guest is Dr. Drew Pierson.He has spent years analyzing and working with enlightened minds, peak performers, and titans of leadership. He has spent tens of thousands of hours researching neurology medical journals and has received extensive training on the most exquisite brain-enhancing equipment and technologies available in the world. In his private practice, he has been creating real-time changes to enhance people's brain structure and function as a clinical neurofeedback therapist for 2.5 decades.Dr. Drew's experience in neurosciences and neurofeedback therapy isn't just unusual because of his vast studies, experience, and training. Dr. Drew has taken the field of brain enhancement to another dimension. With his capacities to interpret an individual's EEG brain scans, and a deeper understanding of what the data in the clinical studies actually reveal, Dr. Drew has advanced the medicine of neurofeedback therapy from just treating pathology (such as depression, ADD, and sleep disorders) and into enhancing the intricate structures and functions of leadership, wisdom, and awakened consciousness. His results are astounding, and a new realm of human potential has been born.In our conversation, we explored these questions:(6:02) How do your brainwaves (alpha, beta, gamma, theta) positively or negatively impact your ability to be a visionary leader?(9:40) Why are breathwork and HRV the proven entry for cognitive optimization?(23:18) How to select the right meditation for your objective?(51:54) How to use EEG technologies to accelerate your brain development?(63:33) What are the different brain wave patterns between world-class performers and everyone else?(66:42) What are the unusual sleep-wakefulness training, Einstein and Ben Franklin did to help them innovate?(67:03) What are the top 3 obstacles high performers encounter during their brain training?To see all the resources mentioned, go tonoblewarrior.com/1340AqPVBz2noJp5n4aQax5

Jonathan Brill prepares leaders to profit from radical change. He speaks and advises on resilient growth strategy and innovation under uncertainty. He is the author of Rogue Waves, Future-Proof Your Business to Survive and Profit from Radical Change (McGraw-Hill). Adam Grant called it, "An actionable framework for driving change instead of being blindsided by it."Deloitte called Brill, "America's foremost disruption strategist" for his advisory work. Oxford University Press said, “he's not Nostradamus, but for the world's top business and government leaders, he's the next best thing” of his work as the Global Futurist at HP (Hewlett-Packard) and board advisor at Frost & Sullivan. Inc. called him, "a silicon valley legend" because his innovation consultancies developed over 350 products ranging from theme park rides to World's Fair Pavilions, to AI, search engines, metaverse technologies and even one of the best selling fast foods in the United States for clients like Samsung, Microsoft, Verizon, PepsiCo and the US government.He is an in demand thought leader, speaker and contributor to organizations like HBR, Global Peter Drucker Forum, SCMP, SXSW, J.P. Morgan, Singularity, Forbes, Korn Ferry, TED, Stanford University and Thinkers50.He holds a degree in industrial design from Pratt Institute, spent years as a research consultant to the MIT Media Lab and in management training at the Stanford University Graduate School of Business.We discussed:(14:57) What happens when we tie ourselves to a set of assumptions which are no longer relevant or true(7:40)How to use mental models to navigate a very complex worldWhen you expect disruption in your lifetime, how will you design your organization?(33:03)How to train yourself to have the maximum optionality like Elon Musk and Peter Thiel do?(51:58)How he learned to manage complex processes in a Michelin star restaurant?(62:29)How to properly engineer a company culture to motivate and reward people to experiment and innovate?LinksFull episode (for more resources mentioned in the conversation)Please enjoy my conversation with Jonathan Brill

Harvard researchers revealed breakthrough research about achieving lasting fulfillment.Imagine a world where you get to live your best, most authentic life—where you can follow your heart, listen to your gut, and do what you love.You don't need to imagine it...Dr. Todd Rose has found breakthrough principles to achieve lasting fulfillment.(18:22) (1:45:58) We talked about the 3 drivers and 3 obstacles to fundamental wellbeing—and he offered insights to build those drivers and get rid of the obstacles.(6:33)We talked about finding a fit between our individuality and our environment in our lives and into how we make our day-to-day decisions.(23:12)We talked about 2 different ways to predict your own behaviors: personality psychology vs. if-then signatures.(1:24:30)We also talked about how we have all the know-how, all the technology, all the resources to go beyond the individualistic to the societal level.(86:03) We talked about an environment that fosters "social trust" to make it happen.(1:13:32)We talked about the "zero-sum game" mentality as the main barrier to realizing this.(1:37:17)We also talk about public sentiment as the most powerful tool we have at our disposal to shift our culture.(1:40:48)Lastly, we talked about how social change could happen at a speed and scale that is unimaginable. And we have in our power to unleash fulfillment and contribution never done before in human history.If you are an overachiever seeking fulfillment or you care to make a societal impact, Todd Rose will unlock new worlds for you.

2022 is almost here. How do we have enough energy to start the new year with a bang? (and sustain the momentum throughout the year!)If you are a knowledge worker who doesn't have time to study the latest research and you just need to know the rules to make it work for you.Dr. Michael Breus, America's Most Trusted Sleep Doctor, is here to teach you how to get more consistent energy throughout the day.We'll talk about your chronotype type and your metabolism type, and use that information to personalize your daily movement, eating, and resting schedule so that you feel happier and more energized in 30 days.Further, we talked about:03:40 What is the value of "energy" and how it is foundational for change?04:24 What categories of energies impact our lives?07:41 When and how to monitor these energies?17:44 For teaching purposes, is it better to make the ideas black or white?21:59 How did he discover his dharmic path in sleep and energy?How to protect yourself from things that steal energy from you that you've unknowingly enabled them to do?43:12 How to get 'balanced' energy throughout the day? (and the scientific research that backs up his rest, food, and movement protocols)46:10 (bonus)How does he balance learning and teaching to maintain consistent high throughput over 22 years?08:44 (bonus)How to design a book curriculum for readers to get results fast (without wasting their time and energy)?53:14 (bonus) After 100s of appearances as an expert guest, he tells us how to get on TV easily to amplify your message.59:05 (bonus) How does he pick the topic for the books he is writing to ensure they become bestsellers?(and why most authors overthink and waste time and energy)

My guest, Akira Chan, has worked with some of the biggest knowledge influencers of our time, including Deepak Chopra, Peter Diamandis, Joe Polish.He shared some of his most powerful storytelling frameworks to help these knowledge influencers to craft their stories, stand out from the noise, and make a bigger impact, and become truly iconic.Specifically, we talked about:8:33 Why transformational stories are so irresistible to humans?12;58 What separates the iconic knowledge influencers from everyone else9:22 How to find the heartbeat of a transformational story?24:57 How to balance the head and the heart as a storyteller of transformational stories?48:06 How to cultivate growth-oriented partnerships (and how to pick your partners)27:07 How to go from transactional- to longterm-client relationships?39:13 How to Transition to Impact-Driven Projects?29:29 How to make a viral video (13:37 and an example of a great founder story that started a movement)55:07 How to protect your presence (for your spouse, children, employees, clients) while juggling multiple projects19:02 How to parent with the head, heart, hands, and soul61:05 How to be your most creative self (with morning rituals, tasks management, and client selection)88:06 What are the benefits of having a men's group72:55 How do you elevate your own consciousness now that you are a husband, entrepreneur, father and others depend on youLinks

My guest is Shelley Paxton. She is the:Former CMO of Harley DavidsonBest-selling author of the book Soulbattical: A corporate rebel's guide to finding your best life Forbe's 21 books to read in 2021She has been featured on NBC, CBS, Thrive Global, Forbes, Inc., Business Insider, and PBS.She is a fellow podcaster at Rebel SoulsI am interested in speaking to her because she wrote her journey transitioning from the 1st mountain to the 2nd mountain in her book Soulbattical.We talked about...55:01 How to honor who you are while being a public persona39:11 How to rejuvenate your soul without sacrificing your current responsibilities11:38 What are the symptoms of burnout high achievers?6:32 The exact steps she took to crystalize her vision - liberate 1billion souls - who she chose to share it with and why knowing these steps are important for you48:25 Her one technique to protect her superpower between meetings71:01 What's her "I am" mantras and how they reinforce her new identity every day30:10 The number 1 question that gave Shelly the clarity and courage to leave Harley Davidson27:44 What's Shelly's POV on the years you may think you've wasted that ultimately give you no satisfaction81:14 Finally, What does the Harley Davidson brand represent and how she is taking the lessons she learned to build her new movement SoulbaticalListen to the Full Episodehttps://noblewarrior.com/episode/129-shelley-paxton-from-burnout-corporate-executive-to-soul-full-badass-the-journey-of-former-harley-davidson-cmo/LinksSoulbbatical: A Corporate Rebel's Guide to Finding Your Best LifeThe Surrender Experiment: My Journey into Life's PerfectionRich LitvinAbby Gibb Divine Feminine Leadership AcademyLife is Priceless FoundationDavid Taylor-Klaus

“Are you doing at least a million dollars in sales?” (Aggravated)”We're doing twenty or thirty times that!”I've always admired bold interviewers. One particular one is Andrew Warner.Andrew is the founder of Mixergy, a place where he interviews founders for their hard-earned lessons and tactics. Andrew has interviewed over 2000 entrepreneurs in the last ten years.He has had the founders of Wikipedia, LinkedIn, Groupon, Pixar, and Sun Microsystems.And Andrew goes after questions people want to know but are too timid to ask, including revenues, rumors, personal relationships, public failures, etc...I've always wondered how Andrew cultivates trust so that he gets the answers he wants (without the founders hating him afterward)Now, at last, Andrew has put all the interview mechanics into his new book Stop Asking Questions: How to Lead High-Impact Interviews and Learn Anything from AnyoneIn our conversation, I took a step deeper:(23:13) The atomic unit skills he uses to master in order to go from a white belt to a black belt as an interviewer (and build a good multi-million dollar podcasting business)(12:44) How 2000 deep conversations impact him, his network, his career, and his lifestyle(5:09) How podcasting as a lifestyle allowed him to do 7 marathons in all 7 continents in 1 year (while (while growing his podcast business))(60:50) What new tech stack and show format he would use starting today?(11:54) The inside-out approach Andrew recommends beginner podcast use?(16:16)The framework he uses to flush out the questions he finds valuable for himself while maintaining what's valuable for the audience?(20:48) How Chris Rock gave Andrew Warner an idea that is at the heart of his craft as an interviewer?(23:30)How double-barrel questions enable him to ask edgier questions while giving guests a graceful out(39:43)Why being interviewed is a vulnerable experience for anyone and we offer 3 different styles of hosts can use encourage guests(43:34)How Andrew maintained his intrinsic motivation so every new guest is brand new and never gets repetitive(31:27)Which thread to follow: shoved facts or story arc?(45:35)Which strategy to follow: start new micro podcasts or stay within your brand?(49:04)How he stays connected with guests after the recording is over?(56:35)(bonus) A ninja technique Andrew uses to connect with all the VIPs at any conference(44:46)Why he started another podcast in the crypto space?If you want to have high-impact conversations with anyone (especially your heroes), this episode is the episode you'd want to tune in.LinksStop Asking Questions the best book on interviewing money can buy128 Andrew Warner: How to Win Friends (& Build a 7-Fig Business) With High Impact ConversationsHeidi Roizen on networking

Before I introduce this week's guest...There I was sitting on the Delivering Happiness bus at the 2010 TED conference and Tony Hsieh (the CEO of Zappos) was pouring me shots. I thought I had made it. (I was hanging out with the Zappos guy!)Fast forward 10 years, when I heard the news we had lost Tony in late 2020. I felt a deeper sense of loss. I only had a few personal interactions with him. By no means we were friends.But unbeknownst to me, I saw him as a fellow Asian Noble Warrior who was actively pushing the envelope of cultural and business norms. I have grown to admire and respect him.Jenn and Tony were at the forefront of a movement that is making "purpose” cool in business. They were co-founders of Delivering Happiness, a consultancy that helps companies create happier company cultures for a more profitable and sustainable approach to business. Tony was also her soulmate. They've been close friends for decades.So this conversation was more personal and reminiscing of Tony.But this is also a conversation with a thought leader.Jenn Lim is the CEO/co-founder of Delivering Happiness. They help companies create happier company cultures for a more profitable and sustainable approach to business. She is the author of her new book Beyond Happiness How Authentic Leaders Prioritize Purpose and People for Growth and Impact. Beyond Happiness offers inspiring stories from Jenn, case studies from 400 businesses, practical mental frameworks to implement these big ideas. If you are a business leader who values your employees as assets, not expenses; and you want tactical ways to operationalize your value for more purpose and PROFIT, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.We talked about...✏️ How she lost her cofounder and soulmate Tony Hsieh and how it changed the book Beyond Happiness 5 weeks before the book is due✏️ (60:10) Why alignment session amongst stakeholders is THE best tool for businesses to immediately inject more purpose, impact, profit in uncertain times✏️ (39:24) The core quality that makes Tony Hsieh a business and cultural innovator✏️ (51:53) The mental model she figured out after helping 400 businesses integrate people, purpose, and profit✏️ (53:47)The case study of how Starbucks got even stronger after COVID✏️ (23:38) The 24-hour resilience test - how to quickly determine how bulletproof you actually are✏️ (29:05) (22:15) The 2 meta frameworks to uncover your deepest core values: movies and high-low moments✏️ (46:58)How to influence a skeptical CFO about purpose and culture✏️ (13:31)And finally the key life lessons she learned about happiness and purpose and resilience from losing Tony and her DadBeyond Happiness offers inspiring stories from Jenn, case studies from 400 businesses, practical mental frameworks to implement these big ideas. If you value people and you want practical frameworks to bring more purpose and people, and profit in these volatile times, 

My guest is Sam Horn.- Sheri Salata, (Oprah's Executive Producer) says Sam is, "One of the bright lights and most accessible wisdom sharers in our culture today."- Her 3 TEDx talks and 9 books have been featured in NY Times, on NPR, and presented to Cisco, Intel, Fidelity, NASA, Nationwide and National Geographic.- She is known as the Intrigue ExpertWe talked about...GETTING ATTENTION5:27 How she can predict if someone is getting a deal without hearing the pitch.4:05 How to get a book publisher's attention at the Maui writer's conference in 60 seconds8:18 The framework and the exact pitch she taught a social entrepreneur to win millions in funding in 60 secondsFINDING MEANINGFUL NEXT28:14 For those in transition, she shared the 4A framework: avocation, ability, adversity, attitude to help you figuring out your meaningful next.69:53 How to enroll high profile mentors and cultivate deep relationships with them LIVING IKIGAI51:14 We talked about living a self-sacrificing life vs. living a life of ikigai (reason for waking up in the morning).54:22 How a simple exercise helped her write her own philosophy at 18 (and ending any future indecisions about life's tough choices)