Episodes
Performance & Proving Something, #606
In this episode, we talk about external pressure. Everyone has felt the need to perform. Starting with our earliest memories, we want to look good or do good. We want the affirmation and praise that come. Sometimes that is po...
Obligation & Overwhelm, #605
In this episode, we talk about a big monster that sometimes contaminates everything we do. We all have a sense of obligation to someone or something. Sometimes we feel things expected of us are way over the top and we …
Where Do Monsters Come From?, #604
In this episode, we talk about where these beauties come from. The first and biggest place is your BDEEP. Your Beliefs, Definitions, Experiences, Expectations, and Perceptions. Together those five things are how we see the wo...
What Are Your Monsters?, #603
In this episode, we get into the nitty-gritty. It's easy to talk about things in the abstract. That thing over there is easy to describe and judge. We want to get to what is really in your way. One thing …
Why Bother, #602
In this episode, we address apathy. Some people live much of their lives not really striving for anything beyond the next moment. You are allowed to do that. If you do that, what you have when you die is only …
The Monster Series, #601
In this episode, we talk about the “things” that hold us back from being who we really could be. We all have stories about why we are where we are and why it is ok to stay there. Often these …
Special Guest Keith Engelhardt, #600
In this episode, we talk about three things that help us deal with trauma and the crazy pace of life. We have created a world with 24/7 stimulation and an incessant bombardment of news, stimulation, and noise. That easily ove...
Facing the Setbacks, #599
In this episode, we talk about what to do when life throws you setbacks and curveballs. No matter who you are and what you do, you will fail. There are days, weeks, and even years that seem to fight you …
In the Trenches, #598
In this episode, we talk about the daily work required to have the Ultimate Life. To really create a life of purpose, prosperity and joy is not an accident. There are simple things you do every day, regardless of the …
Daily Energy Creation, #597
In this episode, we talk about how to create energy. If we want electricity, we know a half dozen ways to create it. Energy in your body and mind is the same. It is not a mystery. There is tons …
Energy Sucks, #596
In this episode, we talk about those things that destroy energy and motivation. There are three big things that eat your heart. The first is comparison. You look at others’ pictures and imagined success. You imagine you are w...
Energy Bomb, #595
In this episode, we talk about getting big blasts of energy and motivation from outside. We can see a movie or a video that says things in a way that really lights our fire. Those are good and fun to …
Special Guest Anna Tsui, #594
Anna Tsui is our special guest today. In this episode, we talk about energy and how it shapes everything you do. Ultimate is the highest expression of your curiosity and obsessions. We are here to explore and commit to that …
Learning+Focus+Action=Liberty, #593
In this episode, we finish up the series. We have all lived in the swamp of making excuses. It’s too hard, It’s not the right time. You know all these words because you have said them all. When that happens …
Direction or Frenzy, #592
In this episode, we talk about another possible detour. Sometimes you hear “Take Massive Action.” This is given as an encouragement to act boldly. Often it leads to a frenzy, where we are just busy doing and doing without tot...
Action Creates, #591
In this episode, we complete the Freedom equation. After we become constant learners and focus on what we can do here and now with the gifts and opportunities before us, we create with joyful power. We are always free no …
Focus Is Power, #590
In this episode, we talk about the second part of the freedom equation. After we have chosen to be a perpetual learners, then we must do something with what we have. Each of us has gifts we were given by …
Learning Is First, #589
In this episode, we talk about this first step. What is learning? Sometimes we think it is merely the accumulation of information. That is a small part of learning. When I get information, if it makes no difference in my …
The Freedom Equation, #588
In this episode, we talk about three things that create freedom for me. Usually, we think of freedom as the ability to do whatever we want in an unconstrained way. Then we feel trapped because externalities constrain somethin...
Joy Is An Easy Choice, #587
In this episode, we talk about one of the first choices you make every day. When you wake up, how do you feel? Past the minor aches and stiffness, how is your heart? One thing I have now trained my …
You Get What You Create, #586
In this episode, we talk about a fundamental truth that is mostly ignored. We go through life thinking that our opportunities are limited by our external surroundings. We think we are stopped because of how we were born or ra...
What Is Freedom, #585
In this episode, we talk about something very near and dear to every person. Many places on the planet do not enjoy freedom. In the US and Canada, and many other countries, we have the ability to create life-like we …
Setting Goals, #584
In this episode, we talk about goals. Some people hate the idea of setting goals because they always fail. Some people claim that just living day to day with whatever presents itself is the way to go. My experience teaches …
What is Your Fuel?, #583
In this episode, we talk about fuel. Fuel is the thing that powers anything. We have gas or diesel that powers our vehicles. Soon we will all have electricity. No matter what it is, it must be replenished. So it …