Schooling Struggle

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com As they surpass 10,000 downloads since creating episode one, the guys chat about what goes into the logistics of producing an episode as well as a myriad of other listener questions that have been submitted over the years. This episode finishes out with a question that each of the co-hosts has always wondered about the other but have not yet ventured to ask. It is a fun...

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Brian Fortier joins the show to share what make his mindset practices tick. He shares stories from his past and how these experiences have influenced his approach to life today. His wisdom is infectious as he strives to teach those in his orbit what he has learned through the myriad of roles he has taken on throughout the course of his life.

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com The guys continue to dig into the "5 Pillars of Health." Pete shares how he implements small measurable goals when intending to improve upon aspects of each pillar in his life. Both of the guys discuss various measures and steps one can utilize to make progress in each of the 5 buckets: Mindset, Connection, Sleep, Exercise, Nutrition.

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Rory S. joins the show for her 2nd episode on the mic. She chats with Pete in this "5x5" episode addressing topics such as life-long paradigm shifts, being called out recently, imaginary data stats after death, and the all important "Pineapple on Pizza" question. Rory is such a refreshing addition to the Schooling Struggle Team! We are so grateful to...

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Flowchart 1: https://u.cubeupload.com/demonlesondledon/FinFlowChartv43.jpg Flowchart 2: https://www.reddit.com/r/Bogleheads/s/1YuwQQRGzG Doug Anton drops by for his monthly contribution to chat about securing one's financial future with a step-by-step format using the flowcharts that are linked above. Lots of takeaways for anyone trying to get ahead financially!

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com In this episode Pete pulls back the curtain on the mindset practices he has been sharing with the students in his classes. He and Todd cover a range of topics culminating in a mantra they coin as "Calm, Kind, & Curious."

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com In this episode Pete and Todd share impediments from their own lives that prove as obstacles when striving to optimize nutrition, exercise, sleep, relationships and fostering a strong mindset. In addition, they spend a little extra time diving into the topic of equipping one's perspective as it pertain to "curiosity and judgement."

Both Todd and Pete have recently engaged in endeavors that have surprised and challenged them. In this episode they share the detailed nuances of their specific experiences by digging into what they have learned as a result. Congrats to Todd for the safe and healthy delivery of his new grandchild!

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Adam Justice joins the show to discuss navigating childhood trauma, focusing on what is most important in life, connecting with others, and accepting the fact that consistently persevering over the course of the long haul is critical to overcoming obstacles and experiencing a lifetime of purpose and fulfillment. Adam's wisdom is infectious!

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com INPUTS: An investment in our physical, emotional, or cognitive well-being. We first learned of this term a number of years ago from Mat Fraser, 5 time fittest man on earth. In this solo episode, Pete shares his thoughts and perspectives regarding how he navigates the inputs in his life.

Pete comes to the realization that in order to maintain a healthy mindset he needs to make a few lifestyle changes - namely finding ways to chill out a bit. He discusses his plans and strategies on how he thinks he might accomplish this in an effort to yield a more sustainable mental approach to his day and his life.

Doug Anton makes his monthly visit to the show to discuss a topic he deeply enjoys digging into... Unconventional Wisdom. Among the topics discussed in this episode are recent lessons both Doug & Pete have learned regarding "once thought to be true" perspectives that have evolved with updated evidence. They cover health, financial credit, nutrition, sleep, and sound relationship advi...

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com The guys discuss the impact of blood sugar levels and why humans feel like crap after consuming large amounts of glucose (sugar), specifically Pete's daughter. The conversation includes strategies we can use to mitigate against elevated blood sugar for both the long and short term. This is how we avoid the "pancake effect."

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com The guys dig into a viral audio clip from the women's basketball team at Duke University. Head coach Kara Lawson urges her charges to "Do Hard Better" during an impromptu speech at one of her team's practices. These words of motivation and inspiration can be taken and applied in many facets of life. Coach Lawson declares that doing Hard Better is integ...

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Doug Anton (officially now a regular contributor to the show) drops some knowledge on all that he has learned about the circumstances that dictate human decisions. On this episode he shares his perspective on the many aspects of "free will" that fascinate him. This content was both new and quite intriguing for Pete to explore in his conversation with Doug. Als...

schoolingstrugglepodcast@gmail.com This episode brings yet another 5X5 format: 5 Questions with 5(ish) minutes spent exploring answers. The guys dive into their irrational fears, recent screw-ups, hopes, skills they want to acquire, and new information they have recently learned.

schoolingstruggle.com Pete dives into what he learned in 2023 regarding the 5 Pillars of Health: Mindset, Exercise, Nutrition, Sleep, & Connections. He shares tactical strategies from each of these buckets that he is currently using to improve various aspects of his lifestyle.

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com In this episode Todd opens up about his struggles and current mindset 6 months after being laid off from his decades-long career position in the tech world. He reveals his vulnerabilities as he continues to navigate how to provide financially while simultaneously seeking purpose in his work. He also shares his latest meditative discoveries about what he calls "Qual...

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com The guys dive into 5 specific health benefits of patience. They discuss how and why patience yields a more healthy mind and body. In this episode both Todd and Pete reflect on areas of their own lives where they lack patience and how they strive to use patience to navigate struggles.

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Doug Anton joins the show to discuss what he learned from Thinking, Fast and Slow, a 2011 popular science book by psychologist  Daniel Kahneman . The book's main thesis is a differentiation between two modes of  thought : "System 1" is fast,  instinctive  and  emotional ; "System 2" is slower, more  deliberative , and more  logical . The book del...

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Todd's daughter Katelynn joins the show for this episode to dive into the topic of judgment. What role does judging ourselves or others play in our lives? Why do humans judge in the first place? What utility does judgement serve? How can we embrace a mindset that uses our judging tendencies to become better versions of ourselves?

Schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Pete's 8 year old daughter Lauren joins this episode to ask a series of questions that she has been pondering as of late. She asks her dad to dig into some past experiences and share some stories along the way!

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Halleck Pogue joins the guys to discuss the benefits of chasing life's discomforts. Halleck shares his experiences about growing up on a farm, through-hiking the Appalachian Trail, and building his own house. He dives into other challenges that he chooses to embrace as well such as why he refuses to own a cell phone. Some might call Halleck old fashioned. However, a...

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Pete dives into his past to share stories about his anger issues. He reveals the strategies and tactics he now uses to manage and mitigate angry reactions to life's frustrations. Todd speaks about his inability to relate to past feelings of intense emotions of anger. This episode weaves a tapestry of experiences and perspectives related to anger.

schoolingstruggle@gmail.com Pete brings one of his current life struggles to the conversation to get Todd's perspective. Here they dissect how to best spend one's energy units (or spoons) so that our actions stay in line with our priorities.