The 200% Life

I talk a lot about the intersection of business and spirituality and how the two can complement each other, but is there ever actually a dividing line? Are there areas where it’s harder to bridge the gap than others? Caitlin and I delve into the crucial difference between worldly and spiritual life and shed light on the often-misunderstood relationship between wealth and inner peace, using Elon Mu...

This week, we welcome a familiar voice back to Adam Hergenrother Companies: Caitlin Frauton. Caitlin helps me dig into the often misunderstood concept of surrender, which, contrary to popular belief, means freeing oneself from the constant mind chatter and attachments that control your life, not forfeiting your participation in life. We draw on Michael Singer's example, illustrating how surrenderi...

Enjoy this excerpt from Chapter 3 of The 200% Life: Your Guide to Spiritual Growth & Business Success Without Meditating on a Mountaintop. Get your copy of The 200% Life: Your Guide to Spiritual Growth & Business Success Without Meditating on a Mountaintop now on Amazon.

In this episode, we dive deep into the one guarantee we have in life - death. We ponder aspects of the physical act of dying, as well as the symbolic death of the ego. Inevitably, we find ourselves asking: What happens to our consciousness as we move between life's stages? Is death truly the end, or is it a transformation into another form of existence? As we navigate these questions, we stress th...

Gaining a deeper understanding of energy and how it relates to your emotions can lead to transformative personal growth. In this episode, we shed light on complex emotions like anxiety and regret, explaining how these feelings often stem from “samskaras”, or stored energy. We also touch on the role of the ego in amplifying feelings of regret and how by understanding our emotions and energy, we can...

If your new car got stolen, would you laugh about it? I did. My truck was stolen a few weeks back and, this week, I’m sharing how I found humor and lessons in the incident, and how you can utilize the same level of acceptance to better navigate life's unpredictable turns. Hallie and I then delve into the concept of 'being' versus 'doing’ and discuss how these two states influence your personal gro...

This week, we continue our exploration of the Seven Principle Truths of Life with number four: need nothing, enjoy everything. We often go through life feeling the need for something to go one way or another, but there is a transformative power in allowing life to unfold without preconceived expectations. We reflect on our inner dialogues, mental rehearsals, and how they shape our desires, decisio...

Do you know who you truly are? This week, we explore the ancient principle of 'knowing thyself', and explain how understanding that you are the experiencer of life helps you create clarity in navigating life’s challenges. We retrace the footprints of self-knowledge across different cultures and historical periods, highlighting how modern Western culture seems to have lost sight of this essential q...

Hallie and I dive into the first of the Seven Principle Truths of Life: Embrace the Middle Way. The 'middle way' is a path between extremes, the balance between attachment and aversion, being and non-being, form and emptiness. It’s the way of true peace and detachment from our preferences. But how do we break free from repetitive thought patterns and achieve this perfect balance? We explore practi...

This week, I celebrated another trip around the sun. I’ve changed and grown a lot in my 42 years of life, and Hallie asked me to share some of the lessons I’ve learned over the years. From maintaining composure when dealing with my kid getting bullied at Lacrosse camp to debunking the societal narrative around external success, we discuss the intricacies of aging, the wisdom I’ve gained by learnin...

Have you ever had a bear encounter? This week, I kick off the episode by sharing about my recent run ins with one particularly determined bear, and Hallie and I draw a parallel between the daring evolution of this new bear behavior and the challenges of embracing change in human lives. We discuss the interconnectedness of humans and the natural world.

Today we are joined by two special guests: my daughters, Sienna and Maddy. We start by reliving their summer camp experiences, filled with adventures and activities that reflect their unique personalities. I love seeing how they grow and develop through their own experiences and observations! Hallie and I then turn our conversation towards the often-oversimplified concepts in traditional self-deve...

Ever wondered why some people seem to navigate life effortlessly, exuding happiness and positivity, while others always seem to be in a state of flux? This week, Hallie and I shed light on how our expectations cause unnecessary pain and suffering, and how releasing these expectations can lead to a more fulfilling life and make us better leaders. We also touch on the importance of trusting your gut...

Are you living your life like sand slipping through an hourglass? Or do you seize the day and make the most of every precious moment? Join us as we ponder the symbolism of the hourglass, how we can shift our mindset to make the most of our time here, and how connection and purpose enrich our lives. We grapple with EO Wilson's thought-provoking notion of our stone-age emotions amidst god-like techn...

This week, we’re sharing some of our favorite reads that have had a significant impact on us, from business books on leadership and organizational efficiency, to fiction books that helped us gain a deeper understanding of the world. We examine how our self-concept is shaped by experiences, teachings, and the books we read. We also discuss how fragile our ego can be, and how it can be transformed b...

What does it mean to get out of your head and into your body? And how can doing so impact your experience of life? This week, we investigate the profound connection between body and consciousness. Through my unexpected foray into coaching and playing lacrosse, we'll explore how stepping out of our comfort zones can lead to joy and growth. We also dive into the multitude of practices we can use eve...

What are your thoughts on participation trophies? Join us as we navigate the controversial topic, share our personal experiences and perspectives, and discuss the merits of recognizing kids for their hard work and commitment at an early age. Hallie and I also delve into the world of personal and spiritual growth in the workplace. As our motivations and priorities shift over time, how can we commun...

Did you know I was actually fired from my first job? That's when I first learned I was "unemployable". Join us this week as we explore how my career goals have changed over the last 12 years, the evolution of my daily schedule, and how that has led to me spending so much of my time on my kids’ activities. We also explore the idea of 'Earth School' and our purpose here on earth, discuss the constan...

Did you know that nearly half of our daily actions are driven by habits we're not even aware of? Imagine the impact on your life if you consciously developed habits that set you up for success! Join us as we explore the difference between habits and routines, why waking up at 5am isn’t necessarily the key to success, and how to harness the power of cues and rewards to make your new habits more sat...

Welcome to the 200% Life Podcast! Don’t worry, Hallie and I are here to stay and will continue to provide you with our insightful, witty, and, as guests have lovingly deemed it, meandering conversations about how business success is a conduit for our personal growth, just with a whole new look. Tune into this episode to learn about why we rebranded the podcast, what living a “200% life” means to u...

Have you ever wondered how successful people like Ray Dalio and Oprah stay grounded amidst the chaos of their busy lives? What if we told you that the key to their clarity and resilience lies in the power of mindfulness and meditation? Join us as we uncover the secrets behind these practices and how they can serve as an anchor to help us separate our inner experiences, like our emotions, from our...

Conscious leadership is more important than ever. In this enlightening episode, we explore the 8 ways to develop conscious leadership. Like most things in life, it starts with awareness. Yet, we can become side-tracked by our attachment to our identities. But by examining how conscious leaders serve and contribute, we can let go of our identities, reframe our priorities, and move away from self-se...

This week, Hallie and I explore how spirituality can be integrated into the workplace and your business. It’s important to detach oneself from goals and outcomes and to become more aware and objective about our experiences. Believe it or not, life can be truly simple, even with so many challenges! Ultimately, behind emotions like jealousy, anger, and frustration is fear. Hallie also opens up about...

This week, Hallie and I continue the conversation about becoming the architect of your own spiritual growth. We revisit the longest standing study of happiness by Dr. Robert Waldinger, a Professor of Psychiatry at the Harvard Medical School, and the Founder and Executive Director of the widespread Lifespan Research Foundation. Two fundamental questions emerged from the study - how do you measure h...

The odds of you reading this and listening to this episode are close to one in 400 trillion! That alone is a miracle. So knowing this, how can we take the pressure off and enjoy our experiences, have a little bit more peace, and bring more joy and enthusiasm to the present moment? Hallie and I continue the 200% life conversation this week by exploring the idea that we should focus on what makes us...