The Adam Experiment

Discover the life-changing power of psychedelics, emotional mastery, and self-awareness in this groundbreaking episode featuring Matthew Helt. Learn how to tap into your subconscious, integrate profound experiences, and redefine happiness on your journey to unleashing your full potential.
Description and Overview:

In this captivating episode, host Adam Hofmann sits down with Matthew Helt, a highly experienced coach and trained psychedelics integrator, to explore the transformative potential of psychedelics, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness. Matthew shares his personal journey, from battling mental health challenges to unlocking his sensitivity superpower and ultimately finding true happiness and success. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the world of psychedelics, the importance of integrating experiences, and practical tools for mastering their emotions and listening to their bodies.
Key Topics and Takeaways:

• Redefining success and happiness through self-awareness and emotional mastery
• The transformative potential of psychedelics in unlocking hidden potential and healing trauma
• Embracing sensitivity as a superpower and harnessing it for personal growth
• Accessing the subconscious mind and integrating profound experiences for lasting change
• The importance of developing a vocabulary for emotions and listening to your body's needs
• Practical tools for self-observation, emotional regulation, and cultivating self-awareness
• Exploring unconventional therapies and their role in mental health and personal development
• The future of psychedelics in mainstream therapy and personal growth (ketamine, MDMA, psilocybin)

About Matthew Helt:
Matthew is an ICF-certified PCC coach, as well as a certified Presence-Based® Coach, with over 1,250 hours of one-on-one coaching under his belt. In addition to being trained in development coaching, he's a certified psychedelic integration coach and guide, and works closely with individuals who are given ketamine in a clinical setting to facilitate healing.

Experiment of the Week:

5-Day Self-Awareness Check-In Challenge

1. Set aside 3-5 times daily to check in with yourself. Set alarms if needed.
2. When prompted, stop what you're doing and turn your attention inward.
3. Ask yourself, "How am I feeling right now?" Name the emotion without judgment.
4. Notice where you feel that emotion in your body. Observe any physical sensations.
5. Ask yourself, "What do I need right now?" Listen to your body's response.
6. Honor your body's needs, whether it's taking a few deep breaths or taking a short break.
7. Repeat this process for 5 days and observe any changes in your self-awareness and emotional regulation.

For You:

• Connect with Matthew Helt online to learn more about his coaching services and upcoming retreats: https://prairiesattva.com/
• Try the 5-Day Self-Awareness Check-In Challenge and share your experience
• Subscribe to the podcast for more mind-expanding episodes on personal growth, psychedelics, and self-discovery.
• Share this episode with a friend who's interested in emotional mastery, self-awareness, or the transformative potential of psychedelics.
• Leave a review and let us know how this episode impacted you and what topics you'd like to hear more about in future episodes.

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Episode Summary:
Have you ever felt stuck in your professional or personal life? In this episode, Adam sits down with author Thomas Kriese to discuss his book, "The Inner Circle Effect," and explore the power of surrounding yourself with the right people to unlock your full potential. Discover how to identify and cultivate the five essential archetypes you need in your inner circle to break free from stagnation and achieve your goals. Join us for an insightful conversation that will transform how you approach your relationships and personal growth.
Key Topics and Takeaways:
00:01:58 - Thomas shares his inspiration for writing "The Inner Circle Effect" and how feeling stuck led him to realize the importance of being intentional about the people you surround yourself with.

00:03:16 - Defining the difference between the inner circle (the people around you) and the inner circle effect (the impact those people have on your opportunities and circumstances).

00:05:22 - Thomas describes the feeling of being stuck in a valley between two peaks - the potential and energy to make things happen but not knowing where to focus it.

00:09:03 - The importance of taking action instead of just acquiring knowledge and the role of a "motivator" in pushing you out of your comfort zone.

00:13:10 - Identifying the archetypes in Thomas' inner circle, including his challenger, supporter, and mentors.

00:16:07 - Discussing the different types of networks (conveners, expansionists, and brokers) and how they impact the size and strength of your inner circle.

00:22:56 - Navigating the challenge of detaching from people who no longer serve your growth without immediately replacing them.

00:37:14 - Taking agency over your own happiness and plugging the holes in your cup before seeking external validation or support.

00:42:46 - How your inner circle seeps into your subconsciousness through the concept of mimetic desire, influencing your behaviors and choices.
The Experiment:
Reach out to your oldest and coldest connection, someone you haven't spoken to in at least half your life. Reignite that connection with a simple, heartfelt message expressing your appreciation for the memories you shared. Notice the psychological uplift it brings to both you and the recipient, and explore how reconnecting with weak ties can expand your network and open new opportunities.
Links:

• "The Inner Circle Effect" by Thomas Kriese (Amazon)
• Connect with Thomas on LinkedIn
• Subscribe to Thomas' newsletter, "The Network Wrangler" (link in his LinkedIn profile)
• Million Dollar Weekend by Noah Kagan (Amazon)

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Have you ever felt stuck or overwhelmed with "buts" when trying to start something new? In this Short, Adam shares his personal experience of getting trapped in spiraling thoughts that prevented him from launching his podcast and making progress on other goals. He outlines a 7-step process he uses to break free from analysis paralysis and perfectionism:

Key Topics:

• Recognizing the thoughts and patterns that lead to inaction ("buts", "shoulds", overcomplicating)
• Raising mental awareness of those thought loops
• Tuning into the physical sensations in your body
• Naming what's happening without judgment
• Pausing to create a pattern interrupt
• Getting curious about the fears and limiting beliefs driving the spiral
• Reconnecting to your deeper "why" and what truly matters
• Taking empowered action aligned with your priorities

Adam shares how simply hearing a song at the right time allowed him to give himself permission just to start and figure it out, rather than get bogged down in putting out a "perfect" launch.

He emphasizes that while simple, this process takes practice. But by building the muscle, you can spend more time moving forward on what you care about, rather than stuck in paralysis. Adam's insights provide a practical framework for overcoming crippling overthinking.

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In this powerful debut episode, host Adam Hofmann welcomes listeners to The Adam Experiment and shares his deeply personal journey and mission behind this transformative podcast. He opens up about his lifelong fascination with understanding what makes people tick - how the mind, body, emotions, and spirit intertwine to shape our human experience.

Adam vulnerably recounts his path of relentless self-exploration and reinvention, from taking a soul-searching trip around the world to over 15 years as a serial entrepreneur with successful exits and valuable learning experiences. He's invested deeply in personal growth work, therapy, and learning from brilliant minds across psychology, neuroscience, spirituality, business, technology and more.

Key Topics:

• Adam's unique multidisciplinary perspective connecting diverse fields
• His struggles with anxiety, depression, relationships, and other challenges as profound teachers
• The driving question: How can we unlock our full power and potential?
• Adam's mission to bring together wisdom and research to help others shatter limits
• What to expect: Daily inspirations, vulnerable stories, expert guest insights
• An invitation to join Adam in embodying our highest unified selves

With refreshing candor, Adam shares his belief that each person has extraordinary dormant power within. This intro lays the powerful foundation for a journey towards profound personal growth and a redefinition of what's possible when we operate as our highest integrated selves.

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Have you ever felt like you're sleepwalking through life, trapped in a career or relationship that doesn't align with your true self?

In this episode, Ruth Penfold-Brown shares her powerful story of reinvention and offers insights on how to break free from societal conditioning and live authentically.

Ruth Penfold-Brown is a former HR executive turned transformational coach. She openly shares her journey of waking up at 30, leaving an abusive marriage, and rebuilding her life from the ground up. She discusses the importance of self-reflection, setting boundaries, and embracing experimentation to unlock one's full potential. Ruth also dives into her work with Bloom, a leadership accelerator that empowers women to reclaim their confidence and manifest their dream careers.

Key Topics and Takeaways:

• Waking up and breaking free from sleepwalking through life
• The power of self-reflection and listening to your body's signals
• Unlearning societal conditioning and rediscovering your authentic self
• The importance of stillness and creating space for personal growth
• Setting boundaries and embracing experimentation to transform your life
• Finding alignment between your values and your career path

Experiment of the Week: Unlocking Your Self-Expression

1. Pick a specific time each day to reflect on the question, "Where did I hold back today?"
2. In the morning, ask yourself, "How can I express myself more fully today, in just a tiny way?"
3. Start with small, low-stakes situations to gradually build your self-expression muscle.
4. Find a picture of yourself as a young child that captures your essence before societal conditioning set in.
5. Use that image as a reminder of who your soul still wants to be and let it guide your self-expression.

Go Deeper

• Visit Ruth's website to learn more about her coaching services and the Bloom leadership accelerator at https://ruthpenfold.com/
• Share this episode with a friend who may feel stuck or unfulfilled in their life or career.
• Take action on this week's experiment and share your experiences with me.

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