Habit Masters

LEARNING SOMETHING NEW TAKES TIME... A LOT OF TIME.
Most likely you've heard this, you agree with this, and you see it commonly in your life.
In this episode, we're happy to prove you wrong! Join us as we talk with special guest Josh Kaufman about overcoming the frustration barrier and how to learn anything FAST.
IDEAS FROM THIS EPISODE

• The priorities we work around (0:42)
• The Personal MBA (4:53)
• The frustration barrier (11:13)
• The steps to learning (12:59)
• Take step zero - PRECOMMIT! (13:45)
• Break down the skill (14:36)
• Remove barriers to practice (22:20)
• Be okay being uncomfortable(23:55)
• What habits are and aren't (28:38)
• Guiding structure (32:10)
• Enemies of good decisions - VUCA (35:10)
• How to Fight a Hydra (37:08)
• The growth is in exploration (44:56)

ACTION STEP

• Pre-commit TODAY to a specific amount of time to practice and experiment with something you want to learn.

RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

• Josh Kaufman's site
• Josh's famous Ted Talk
• Download our Free 30 Day Action Calendar to get started on your future.
• As a thanks for listening, snag a FREE kindle copy of the best selling book WHO NOT HOW by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Ben Hardy

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WHAT WE DO
We show dreamers how to turn ideas into simple daily actions. You already have all the info you need. It's time to ACT!
We help you build confidence by...

• Providing ideas you can act on today
• Keeping promises to yourself
• Taking daily steps forward
• Creating habits that improve your life and compound into results

WHO WE ARE
We are the action guides. Two family guys shortcutting success ideas into simple action steps that fit a busy life. We put the guru ideas and challenges to the test and modify them to fit any lifestyle.

• We believe in change
• We believe in the power of compounding daily habits
• We believe you can become the best version of yourself by acting with intention

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Do you find yourself worrying about everything? Do you often dream up the worst case scenario when faced with a challenge? We you might just have a superpower in disguise!
In this episode we explore the ideas of visualization and soundtracks. It's time to turn that worry upside down by visualizing your ideal future instead.
Episode Highlights

• Soundtracks and Affirmations
• Can worry actually be a superpower?
• The power of visualization

ACTION STEP FROM THE EPISODE:
Take one thing you have been worrying about and flip it on its head. Instead of the worst case, what if it all went perfectly?
RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

• Join the MAGIC MONDAY newsletter and let us help you launch your week
• Download the FREE HABIT TRACKER to start living your best life now.

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WHAT WE DO
How would it feel to make daily progress on your biggest dream? We show you how to take daily action on your dreams by mastering the art of habit building. It's time to start living your best life!
OUR MISSION
We're on a mission to guide 1 million people in taking daily steps toward their biggest dreams through simple habits by 2027.

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You know the book Green Eggs and Ham? You probably feel like you have a good grasp on the lesson from that book—it's about trying new things and not limiting our options based on assumptions, right? But do you know the other lesson from that book? The one that's often overlooked? The second and maybe even more powerful lesson from Green Eggs and Ham is to ASK. And ask persistently. Sure, Sam-I-Am seems annoying at first. But isn't he the reason the other guy finally tries the Green Eggs and Ham? The one who helps him discover something he loves? Asking is the super power of Sam-I-Am.
Kids have this same super power..."Why?" "Are we there yet?" "Why can't I stay up?" "Why do I have to...?" We often laugh about how annoying it can be when kids ask the same questions over and over. But asking is the key to unlocking the world. It is the super power to discover truth, get what you want and help others do the same. That's the hidden lesson from Green Eggs and Ham.
So when did asking questions become taboo? It seems that somewhere in our experience the majority of us were taught, either directly or indirectly, that asking questions means your dumb. This could not be further from the truth.
In this episode we explore the power of asking and introduce a NEW CHALLENGE! It's time to start asking for what you want. Like our next guest, The Blind Blogger, Maxwell Ivey puts it "If you don't ask, they can't say yes."
When was the last time you simply asked for what you wanted? When was the last time you piped up and asked the question in a meeting or class? It's more than likely other people in the room had the same question. What have you been hoping for but have been too afraid to ask for?
IDEAS FROM THIS EPISODE

• The power of asking
• What to ask for
• The ask challenge

Check out the 7 F's of Oola to decide in what area of your life you're going to start asking.
https://www.oolalife.com
WHO WE ARE
Two family guys who show achievers how to put simple ideas to work in their busy lives so they can see better results.

• We believe in change
• We believe in the power of compounding daily habits
• We believe you can become the best version of yourself

WHAT WE DO
"We put ideas to work in real life to get real results."
We help you build confidence...

• By keeping promises to yourself.
• By taking daily steps forward.
• By creating habits that improve your life and move you forward.

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THREE BOOKS WE RECOMMEND
For great ideas you can put to work today

• Finish by Jon Acuff

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I love the saying 'The past is a great teacher but a terrible master'.
The past is just that, passed. Over. Done. Finito. There is nothing we can do to change it. It's like wishing you had that rainy vacation day back. The only thing we can do with the past is learn from it. And hopefully, one rainy day doesn't stop us from going on vacation again.
Past regrets often hold us captive. Too much focus on the past will detach us from the present and rob us of a better future. We have no control over what has been done, only on what we do with what's been done.
On the other hand the future is unmade. It is defined only by our choices. How are we going to show up? Better yet, how do we want to show up?
You are different today than you were a year, a week, or even a day ago. Change is inevitable. But what if you could define your present by your future rather than your past. This is the power of goals. This is a power only possessed by humans—to imagine a better future and intentionally act to create that reality. A reality that does not now exist.
IDEAS FROM THIS EPISODE

• Shower Thoughts 😉
• You don't know til' you've done it
• The truth about self-limiting beliefs
• Personality isn't permanent
• Choosing how we respond
• Start at zero

RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

• Grab a copy of Personality Isn't Permanent By Dr. Ben Hardy to break free of your past and design your future. (Amazon Affiliate)
• Download our Free 30 Day Action Calendar to get started on your future.
• As a thanks for listening, snag a FREE kindle copy of the best selling book WHO NOT HOW by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Ben Hardy

CURRENT IDEA GYM CHALLENGES

• JOIN US IN THE 30 DAY FUTURE SELF CHALLENGE FROM DR. Ben Hardy

WHAT WE DO
We show dreamers how to turn ideas into simple daily actions. You already have all the info you need. It's time to ACT!
We help you build confidence by...

• Providing ideas you can act on today
• Keeping promises to yourself
• Taking daily steps forward
• Creating habits that improve your life and compound into results

WHO WE ARE
We are the action guides. Two family guys shortcutting success ideas into simple action steps that fit a busy life. We put the guru ideas and challenges to the test and modify them to fit any lifestyle.

• We believe in change
• We believe in the power of compounding daily habits
• We believe you can become the best version of yourself by acting with intention

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Has life ever knocked you out of a long-time routine and you weren't sure how to get back on track?
In this episode, Jeff shares his recent struggles with maintaining his long-time fitness routine after a a few unexpected life challenges. We discuss the difficulty of consistency, highlighting the importance of empathy, mindset, and the concept of upper and lower limits to build and maintain habits. We offer encouragement for those starting new endeavors and share practical advice to break down big goals into manageable steps. Tune in for insights on overcoming setbacks and the power of persistence!
ACTION STEP FROM THIS EPISODE
Consider where you've fallen off of a valuable routine and start with the simplest possible task to rebuild a habit or routine around that, e.g. start with a few pushups a day or walking around the block.
EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS

• 00:15 The Struggle of Starting and Stopping
• 02:50 The Power of Starting Simple
• 04:21 The Role of Mindset in Achieving Goals
• 05:26 The Power of Empathy and Understanding
• 07:25 The Importance of Consistency and Momentum
• 09:17 The Power of Small Steps and Lower Limits

RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

• For more on Upper and Lower Limits, check out Episode 85.
• For more info on mastering the fundamentals of habits, check out our 7 Day Habit course email us at [email protected] if you're planning to take the course and we'll hook you up with a sweet discount code.

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