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***WARNING: Mild Spoilers*** Managing expectations of those closest to us can be tough. Even Ant-Man, Scott Lang, struggles with the possibility of disappointing those he cares about most. In this episode we unpack some of the themes found in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and discuss how to go about creating a positive feedback loop in our families and social circles.  Thanks for coming t...

What do you do when you need a recommendation for a plumber or hairstylist? Do you reach out to friends and family to see who they use? We trust referrals because we know the people doing the referring. This is the essence of networking. It's not a mystical process, only knowable to the business elite.    In this episode we lay out the basic principles of networking, how it's done, and why using y...

There are many metaphors for life that illustrate important lessons. For example, Forrest Gump taught us that "life is like a box of chocolates". One of the best we've come across is "live life like a surfer riding waves". In this episode we're breaking down the parallels between a healthy mental state and going surfing. You can't catch any waves from the sand. Enjoy the ride every time, no matter...

Times of personal growth and self improvement are sometimes met with negativity and even abandonment by those closest to us. Working on getting sober, losing weight, finding God... there are going to be some people in our lives that don't understand or worse, feel threatened by our changes. In this episode we go over actions and mindsets that can be instrumental in maintaining your progress in the...

Battling depression isn't easy but there are steps you can take to help manage it. Follow along with Casey's experience and learn some basic self-care that might help you or someone you care about overcome.

When it comes to self-awareness and mental health, emotional intelligence is in a category all its own. Understanding why we are the way we are and do the things we do has roots that go deep into our emotional processing of our experiences, past and present.   In this episode we talk about feelings: how they are influenced by experience and environment, how they influence our thoughts and behavior...

What do we do when we wake up one day and realize that our family relationships aren't everything we want them to be? Life can get busy. Work demands a lot of attention. People can grow apart without even noticing.    In this episode we talk about actions we can take to work on mending fences, burying the hatchet, improving and repairing these relationships. Doing the work takes effort,...

This episode we're discussing what to do when a relationship has ended.

Call them life hacks, habit changes, words of wisdom... whatever you call them, this week we're talking about three changes that can make a BIG difference!

Purpose is the foundation of life. Goals and resolutions are outgrowths of purpose. When you find your purpose, move forward step by step. We discuss the examples of Tim Dodd  @EverydayAstronaut  , Tom Woods  @TomWoodsTV  , and Eric July  @youngrippa59  .

There are lots of reasons for the holidays to be a difficult time. This week we discuss coping strategies for the winter blues.

This week we're talking about action as a principle and more importantly, as a way of life. Take 20 seconds of courage to get over the fear involved in starting something unfamiliar. Shout out to  @NerdFitness  ! [www.nerdfitness.com]

International soccer is hard work. Sometimes you need a break in the middle of the game. Learn to cope with your tough moments just like your favorite player.

Modern life is demanding and pulls us in a lot of different directions all at once. There is added pressure to "have it all". How can you get through life without feeling like you're missing out?

Gratitude practice can be a powerful tool for success. Expressing thanks to others and meditating on what we are thankful for builds a positive attitude and a better life.   Links to content mentioned in this episode: - YouTube.com/@hubermanlab (https://youtu.be/KVjfFN89qvQ)

On this episode we discuss maturity; what it means to us and some signs that you or someone you know is acting immature. We also give you some conversational ammunition to defend yourself against unfair accusations.

In this episode, we talk about the idea that maybe, just maybe, there might be another explanation with events that happen in our lives than what we believe. It is an exercise in expanding your perceptions to other possibilities. The exercise of reframing can bring peace of mind when we suffer from cognitive distortions.

Let's discuss how we can level up our game by using external resources (gear) to overcome limitations of our internal resources (stats).   Check out HealthyGamerGG [youtube.com/c/HealthyGamerGG] and Nerd Fitness [youtube.com/c/NerdFitness]!

Let's discuss making lasting change! Lean in to discomfort and be willing to make sacrifices. Use measurements to create a positive feedback loop. Part 3 of 3 in our series on goals.

In this episode, we talk about some of the things we all come across when trying to achieve a goal we have set. We also share some ideas you can use to maintain focus. Part 2 of 3 in our series on goals.

In this episode we introduce the SMART goal framework and discuss how it can support real change.

In this episode, we talk about the well known motto of Happy Wife, Happy Life. We then talk about possible side effects and offer up an idea that seems to be better suited to the current relationship paradigm.

In this episode, we discuss a Stanford developed method to have constructive conversations with others which allow you to articulate your feelings, while  obtaining a better understanding with those you care about.

In this episode, we talk about one of the superpowers we possess to keep our cool. Control over our breathing leads to better ways to deal with the stresses in life.

In this episode, we talk about how we as people have a tendency to state opinions as truth. We discuss examples of how we do this, what kinds of issues it can cause, and what steps we can take which can lead to better conversations.