Building Better Humans Project

In this episode of the Better Humans Project podcast, host Glenn shares an update on the podcast's recent hiatus and upcoming changes. He discusses his recent interviews with Duayne Pearce, founder of Live Life Build, a mentoring group that focuses on building a balanced life. Glenn highlights the importance of prioritizing time wealth, physical health, and financial security, citing James Clear's...

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In this episode of The Building Better Humans, host Glenn explores the powerful distinction between living above and below the line. He discusses how taking responsibility and being proactive can lead to completely different outcomes, even in the same circumstances. Glenn shares insights from Tony Robbins and Alex Hermosi, highlighting the importance of ownership and agency. He also provides a sim...

If you say you’re going to do something, see it through. Not because it’s easy. Not because it feels good. But because every time you don’t, you train yourself to quit. Your word is either something people can rely on—or it isn’t. Every unfinished promise weakens your standard. Every time you see it through, you raise it. The Building Better Humans Project is brought...

In this episode: Why standards shape behaviour more than goals Lessons from Tony Robbins on tolerance and change Insights from Robin Sharma on daily rituals and identity How to consciously raise standards without perfectionism Listener Challenge: Choose one area of life and raise one clear, non-negotiable standard this week. The Building Better Humans Project is brought to you by ADVENTURE PROFESS...

In this episode: Why identity is revealed in private How broken promises erode self-trust Lessons inspired by David Goggins on discipline How to build private standards that last   The Building Better Humans Project is brought to you by ADVENTURE PROFESSIONALS. Visit www.adventureprofessionals.com.au ADVENTURE WITH GLENN ONLINE MINDSET PROGRAMS 1-ON-1 MENTORING See omnystudio.com/listener for...

In this episode: Why ownership is the real turning point for growth The difference between fault and responsibility How excuses quietly sabotage identity A practical ownership audit you can apply immediately Reflection Challenge: Identify one area where you’ve been explaining instead of owning — and take one honest action this week. The Building Better Humans Project is brought to you...

In this episode of the Building Better Humans podcast, host Glenn Azar dives into the power of small, consistent improvements. He shares a thought-provoking video by James Clear, author of Atomic Habits, highlighting how one percent daily improvements can lead to significant changes over time. Glenn emphasizes the importance of focusing on the process, not just the outcome, and discusses how this...

This month on the Building Better Humans Podcast, host Glenn Azar sets the tone for a journey of self-discovery and growth. He shares a candid look at why many people struggle to maintain their New Year's resolutions and how this month's focus on identity and ownership can help. Glenn explains that it's not about hype, but about taking responsibility for your choices, standards, and mindset. He'll...

In this episode of The Building Better Humans, host Glenn Azar wraps up the 31-day Kickstart program, reflecting on the importance of discipline and decision-making. He acknowledges that only 10% of participants completed the entire program, but encourages those who didn't finish to catch up and build a foundation for a successful year. Glenn emphasizes the value of leadership starting from within...

Here are the show notes: In this episode of the Building Better Humans Project podcast, host Glenn shares a crucial lesson on commitment. He explains how comfort keeps us stuck, but commitment propels us forward. Elite performers decide in advance what they stand for and prioritize accordingly. Glenn shares his personal experience of making bold commitments, which led to significant leaps in his l...

In this episode of the Building Better Humans Project, Glenn Azar shares a crucial lesson on achieving consistency without burnout. He emphasizes that people who rely on motivation, memory, and mood often struggle to maintain their goals, whereas high performers build a personal operating system to keep things running smoothly. Glenn explains how systems reduce decision fatigue, stress, and increa...

In this episode of the Building Better Humans podcast, host Glenn Azar discusses the importance of tracking and awareness in achieving goals. He shares his own experience of noticing a significant increase in podcast downloads after the first few days of the year, and how this led him to reflect on the power of tracking. Glenn emphasizes that awareness is key to making progress, and that tracking...

In this episode of the Building at a Humane Project podcast, host Glenn Azar shares a valuable tool for building resilience: perspective. He explains that it's not what happens to you, but how you react to it, that matters. Glenn shares how reframing challenges can reduce suffering and increase cognitive flexibility, making it easier to find solutions. He encourages listeners to practice zooming o...

In this episode of the Building Better Humans Podcast, host Glenn shares a powerful message about finding purpose and fulfillment. He talks about the importance of serving something bigger than yourself, citing the quote "the best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." Glenn discusses how contribution can activate purpose-driven motivation, reduce rumination, and incre...

In this episode of the Building Better Humans podcast, host Glenn shares a powerful reflection on what success truly means. He reads a poignant passage from Robert Warre, highlighting the importance of living a life that's sufficient to our needs, not one that's driven by external validation. Glenn delves into the dangers of comparing ourselves to others and the pressure to constantly achieve more...

In this episode of the Building Better Humans podcast, host Glenn Azar challenges the idea that happiness is the ultimate goal. He shares how chasing happiness directly can often lead people further away from fulfillment, and introduces the concept of meaning as a more sustainable and grounding force. Glenn explains how people who build meaningful lives don't feel happy all the time, but they do f...

In this episode of the Building Better Humans Project, host Glenn Azar talks about the importance of having courageous conversations. He shares his personal experience of struggling to have tough talks, especially in his relationship, and how avoidance can lead to resentment and emotional drain.  Glenn emphasizes that courageous conversations can release pressure and bring clarity, and that i...

In this episode of the Building Better Humans Project podcast, host Glenn Azar dives into the importance of setting boundaries. He explains that boundaries aren't about being harsh or selfish, but about clarity - telling people what you value, what you'll tolerate, and what you won't. Glenn shares how poor boundaries can lead to resentment, burnout, and loss of self-respect, while healthy boundari...

In this episode of the Building Better Humans Project, host Glenn Azar explores the importance of relationships in shaping our outcomes. He discusses how the people we surround ourselves with can either hold us back or propel us forward, citing the idea that "you are the average of the five people you spend the most time with." Glenn shares his own experiences with the impact of her environment an...

In this episode of the Building Better Humans Project podcast, host Glenn Azar emphasizes the importance of recovery in achieving long-term success. He discusses how most people view rest as a reward, but elite performers see it as a necessary part of the performance cycle. Glenn shares how recovery helps with learning consolidation, emotional stability, and decision-making, and how neglecting it...

In this episode of the Building Better Humans Project, host Glenn Azar shares a crucial shift in understanding mental toughness. Contrary to popular belief, it's not about pushing through challenges without feeling pressure, but about staying present when things get uncomfortable and recovering faster after stress. Glenn explains that true mental toughness is built in cycles of stress, recovery, a...

In this episode of the Building Better Humans Project, host Glenn Azar explores the power of emotional regulation. He shares his personal experience of being trained to remain calm in chaos, and how this skill has helped him make better decisions. Glenn emphasizes that calmness isn't a natural trait, but rather a skill that can be developed through practice. He also introduces a simple breathing e...

In this Sunday ad-libbed episode, host Glenn Azar shares his thoughts on life's ups and downs, and how we often get stuck in our daily routines. He talks about the importance of taking a step back to gain perspective, just like taking a step back to see the view of Mount Everest from a distance. Glenn shares his own experiences of going on adventures and how they help him and others gain clarity a...

In this episode of the Building Better Humans Project, host Glenn Azar guides listeners through day eighteen, focusing on the power of inner dialogue. He explains how our thoughts shape our emotional states and behaviors, and how elite performers train their minds to overcome obstacles. Glenn shares a personal anecdote about reframing negative thoughts and introduces the concept of asking "is this...