The 200% Life

In this episode, Adam is joined by Ed and Eric to discuss how spiritual growth and business success can be achieved without sacrificing any of life's pleasures. They discuss the importance of being authentic, discovering one's purpose and passions, and being present and connected to oneself, others, and the world. Adam, Ed, and Eric also delve into the concept of the inward journey and the challen...

In our society, nobody ever really teaches you about your inner world. Everyone is always so focused on the outer world, business goals, awards, money, and material success that we often overlook the importance of understanding our inner selves. In this episode, Hallie and I explore how to begin to cultivate awareness, and gradually move towards pure awareness. And, yes, we talk about what pure aw...

Creating a new, authentically fulfilled life means that you’ll have to let go of your old one. This week, Hallie and I unpack that concept, which can be a scary one that threatens our identity and makes our ego and psyche want to do backflips. We explore the idea that the most profound spiritual moments are found in the ordinary and day-to-day experiences of life, not just in extreme or outlier ev...

Change is inevitable. Everything around us is constantly changing, from life to business, even our bodies right down to a cellular level. Right now in business, it’s particularly important to embrace change and lean into what is happening in the present moment. This week, Hallie and I talk about why we fear change, learning to embrace it, and the cost of staying stuck. We discuss the two levels of...

What does it mean to play checkmate with life? In this episode, Hallie and I discuss the concept of accepting what life gives you and becoming okay with everything. We dive into the concept that when you reach this state of mind, there is nothing to lose, and you become fearless because you know that whatever you need will show up. This doesn’t mean you don’t play big in life, but instead, you are...

Three past and current Project | U participants join us to share their stories, the impact the spirituality portion of Project | U has had on them, and why that has inspired us to create the next iteration of the program: Project | U Unbound. ABOUT PROJECT | U UNBOUND Project | U Unbound is a guided soul-changing experience for business leaders and spiritual seekers. Project | U Unbound is the nex...

Hallie and I continue our conversation on free will, diving into the concept of transcendence. We discuss how beliefs are shaped by experiences and perspectives, the idea of absolute truth, and how the ego can influence our perception of the world. We talk about the difference between willpower and free will, the effects of transcending beliefs, and the role of determinism. We explore the idea tha...

Are you in charge of every decision you make, or are you merely a puppet on the strings of the source of consciousness? This week, Hallie and I played around with the concept of free will, and whether we have it or if our life is already predetermined. This is a topic that comes up quite often when people wonder if they are on the right path in life, or when they seek the answer to whether or not...

Despite what some may think, the goal of leadership is not about getting what you want or controlling others. In fact, leadership is an action that requires a lot of listening and doing tough inner work. This week, Hallie and I talk about how to lead with and without a title and the character traits required for both. We talk about the upside of being a good leader and how it impacts the whole org...

As we continue our series on wealth, we recap that being rich doesn’t necessarily mean being wealthy. It’s especially important to have conversations around money and wealth in this changing economy, which is affecting people’s habits and earnings, and to become aware of your own thoughts and feelings around money. Hallie and I openly discuss the money messages we got growing up and how this infor...

There's never a bad time to talk about building wealth. But too often, we get stuck in the cycle of searching for “rich” instead of “wealthy.” This week, Hallie and I talk about the fundamental differences between being “rich” and “wealthy” and how to make powerful structural changes in your life that help you achieve a financial future that aligns with your true self (and not your ego!). We also...

This week, we discuss what samskaras are and how stored energy can prevent you from having the purest and most unadulterated experience of life. Hallie and I talk about what exactly samskaras are and why we store them. We discuss the difference between samskaras and memories and how to release energy in a way that allows you to open up to the present moment. See full show notes.

“Hey, good for you. That’s awesome.” It’s a phrase we often both say and hear, but do we really always mean it? And if you don’t feel like something is truly awesome, are you being disingenuous by saying it is? This week, Hallie and I break down why saying “that’s awesome” can be an incredible tool, and how we can use it to observe what comes up in our emotions, mind, and outer reality. We talk ab...

Hallie and I kick off this week talking smoothies and skiing, and then launch into a powerful question posed by a Project | U member — what expectations are holding you back from experiencing life? We discuss how every day is an opportunity to let go of expectations that block you from seeing your reality, how many of us are living a false life, and what Eckhart Tolle drinking Starbucks has to do...

In Part 3 of this three-part series, we replay a presentation I gave at a two-day event called “Thrive, Not Survive.” During this series, I address three main topics that will help you not only survive in your business but thrive in this uncertain market, regardless of what business you’re in. In this episode, we define the 200% life, which is made up of 100% of your inner world, and 100% of your...

In Part 2 of this three-part series, we replay a presentation I gave at a two-day event called “Thrive, Not Survive.” During this series, I address three main topics that will help you not only survive in your business but thrive in this uncertain market, regardless of what business you’re in. In this episode, we’re talking all about leadership, more specifically, self-leadership, and why being se...

In Part 1 of this three-part series, we replay a great conversation from a two-day event called “Thrive, Not Survive”. During this series, I address three main topics that will help you not only survive in your business but thrive in this uncertain market, regardless of what business you’re in. In this episode, we’re talking about daily habits and practices that will help you thrive every day. In...

Over the past two years most industries experienced growth, so now, experiencing a downturn can make people feel overwhelmed, disappointed, and resistant to what is actually happening. This week, Hallie and I talk about how to use business as an opportunity to lean-in and learn from each event, even if it’s a downturn. We talk about how to embrace the things your mind tells you that you don’t want...

Hallie and I are ready for a great 2023, and we think you will be, too, after you listen to this episode! This week, we cover the top 22 lessons from 2022 that will help jumpstart 2023 for you. We cover everything from being more present and showing up fully to using your energy for what really matters, and much more. This New Year is the perfect time to get clear on these 22 takeaways. Pick a few...

What does it mean when your mind wanders? How do you even recognize that your mind is wandering? This week, Hallie and I let our minds do a little wandering and explore the topic. We discuss the nature of exploration of the mind and how it always comes down to three or four simple questions. Once you understand those and stay there, it will take you the rest of the way. Hallie talks about her mind...

Today's bonus episode is taken from one of our weekly company calls for our Livian leadership team. During our call, I discussed what it means to bring consciousness to work, which is especially important in today's market. We talk about how to use work as a way to liberate yourself, and how aligning your focus with purposeful work that serves both yourself and others can bring satisfact...

This week, we replay a recent call we had with our 2022 Project | U participants. They asked a variety of questions about their current experiences on their spiritual journeys. We went ahead and omitted the questions themselves to respect participants' privacy, but the answers are applicable enough to any life situation that they are worth hearing. We discuss how to show up and serve in each momen...

On this episode, Eric Forney talks to Adam Hergenrother about his 200% life. Adam shares what prompted him to start looking inward and what he discovered when he did. He explains the importance of surrender, but how that doesn't mean not interacting with life anymore. He breaks down how not being too attached to his goals has impacted his life, and what self mastery looks like for him. He shares h...

A Yogi never goes after what they want, so how does a Yogi find happiness and contentment? It sounds like a riddle, but what if life was not about getting what you want or even trying to go after what you want? This week, we replay a talk from Project|U that focuses on how to enjoy everything, even if you are feeling resistance toward doing it. We discuss how there is no pleasure without pain, and...

What if you were thankful for everything? How would you show up differently for your family? For your clients? To a challenge in your business? Today’s bonus episode was taken from an All-Partner Call I hosted during Thanksgiving week for our company, Livian. Though Thanksgiving is behind us, the topic of gratitude is relevant year-round. In this episode, I challenge you to practice deep gratitude...