Backstage w/ Matt Stone

Committing to at least one daily practice can have a grounding effect that helps us stay present and see our growth, one day at a time.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

We all know about the concept of helping and loving others unconditionally, but many struggle with the practice of accepting help on the same terms.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

A high-growth mindset is powered by openness. Beware the many traps of our society that want to put us in a box, or in a corner. That can only happen if we allow it.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

There's one question we can ask ourselves that will improve happiness, whether we're unhappy or already happy. (source: https://psyche.co/ideas/asking-one-simple-question-can-entirely-change-how-you-feel ) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

The benefit of being in the presence of a Master goes beyond learning from their wisdom and skill. We can see our own potential through their humanity and mortality.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

Talking about a key learning from Marshall Goldsmith's latest book, The Earned Life. Ambition will get us far, but we need something else in order to be fulfilled.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

Investing in others with warm-heartedness is like having money in the bank.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

There's no time like the present, which makes today the perfect day to take action on meaningful things.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

New research reveals how we tend to underestimate the true positive impact of our random acts of kindness on others. (Source: https://news.utexas.edu/2022/08/18/random-acts-of-kindness-make-a-bigger-splash-than-expected/ )   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

Talking about the one intentional behavior that will put your relationships at home and at work on track for sustained growth and success.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

A thought provoking and inspiring episode of another podcast (Smartness) has me thinking about what it means to commit to a long term strategy that is true to myself.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

Unrealistic expectations can cause disappointment and repeated, unhelpful failures. Setting micro goals is a great way to keep our minds in good shape and we leap forward toward our big visions. (Source cited: https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/the-healing-crowd-the-new-science-hope-and-the-power-learned-hopefulness/202209/getting-real-0 ) This is a public episode. If you would like to disc...

For most ventures to take off, they have to narrow down their focus so there's no confusing about what problem they solve. That doesn't mean eliminating services around other problems.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

I've been using a technique recently that has dramatically improved outcomes during collaboration and consultation calls.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

There's a Japanese author who takes people on hikes in the middle of night to experience the sensation of embracing and becoming one with the darkness. (Source: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/life/2022/09/19/lifestyle/japan-night-walking-tours/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwAR1FhmW6ttprhmHGJfvGir9bNJn75ISsebmeVskBY4wjfHeLTPpbCCSLeQc#Echobox=1663542959 ) This is a public episode. If...

Some early regrets in life can deliver a lifetime of insight and learning.   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

It's one thing to resolve in your head to make a change, but we don't know that we've actually made a decision until the behaviors follow.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

I found some old materials from a global executive training program I used to facilitate that reminded me of the power of personal storytelling as a way to connect and collaborate better.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

Walking into a gym packed to the rafters can be demotivating, but it can also be an opportunity to develop other types of muscles that are useful in all areas of life.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

When I first started podcasting a couple of years ago, I was paralyzed by all of the equipment options. Then I stumbled on a successful podcaster online and sent a cold message asking for advice. To my surprise, he responded! And I got out of paralysis.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

According to a recent study, the two top predictors of living a long life have to do with our interpersonal relationships. (source: https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_pinker_the_secret_to_living_longer_mahttps://youtu.be/ptIecdCZ3dg ) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

Sometimes solutions come from unexpected sources. When pondering a conundrum, it is often the best strategy to put a call out to the brain and then do other things. Then the answer will come, sometimes at very unexpected times.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com

Building an enterprise from the ground up is a long, and both tortuous and torturous journey. Deep and genuine friendship with people who have walked in your shoes is perhaps the most valuable asset to getting through the difficulties and being able to truly celebrate your successes.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes...

A high energy and story-filled conversation with Denver-based consultant and coach Alecia Huck on common leadership challenges when a small business grows beyond its comfort zone. As Alecia puts it, "bigger is different." Her experience helping leaders successfully navigate growth brings with it a lot of great lessons for life and business. We also cover Alecia's path to founding her company, Mave...

Thinking about ourselves can be dangerous to our health and should be done skillfully, intentionally, and in moderation.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattstone.substack.com