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In today’s world, busyness has become a badge of honor – but it’s secretly burning people out, dulling their creativity and damaging their client relationships. That is especially true for those in real estate, who often feel they must be “on 24/7.” In this powerful conversation, Brian Buffini sits down with Juliet Funt, the founder and CEO of an efficiency firm, as well as the author of the book, A Minute to Think: Reclaim Creativity, Conquer Busyness, and Do Your Best Work, to talk about why we’re so addicted to activity.
Drawing on her decades of research and work with top organizations, Juliet shares advice on how you can build more “white space” into your schedule. She also explains the concept of “hallucinated urgency” and how the “four thieves of time” hijack your day. Whether you’re a perpetually “on” entrepreneur, a frenzied realtor or a leader trying to refocus your team, this episode will help you slow down, think clearly and show up as your calm, confident best self.
YOU WILL LEARN:
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
A Minute to Think: Reclaim Creativity, Conquer Busyness, and Do Your Best Work by Juliet Funt
Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Why are we just doing every single thing as opposed to figuring out where our strengths are?” — Juliet Funt
“White space is simply time without assignment – the open, flexible time that used to live between things and let us recalibrate.” – Juliet Funt
“We all want to do every single project and plan, but we need to learn the gear of taking things out as well.” — Juliet Funt
“If you do start dialing down into the population, there's a lot of people in much more pain than I would guess you're in because every single day is a chaotic, fearful, reactive flow.” — Juliet Funt
“I have a practice all day long, I will stop and say, ‘What am I doing?’ And I just stop for a second and I'll see if the thing that I am actually doing is of value to my dreams. And a lot of times you catch yourself and it's not.” — Juliet Funt
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Og Mandino’s “The Greatest Salesman in the World” is a classic guide to success that has improved the lives of millions of people around the world. In this episode, Brian shares how Og came to be his mentor and how the timeless principles he taught changed his life forever.
YOU WILL LEARN:
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“The Greatest Salesman in the World,” by Og Mandino
“A Better Way to Live,” by Og Mandino
“The Greatest Miracle in the World,” by Og Mandino
“Success Through a Positive Mental Attitude,” by W. Clement Stone
“Wake up and Live,” by Dorothea Brande
The 10 Ancient Scrolls for Success
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“There are no secrets to success. It's a clear set of principles, not tactics and techniques.” – Brian Buffini
“Failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough.” – Og Mandino
“One day at a time, over time, produces transformational change.” – Brian Buffini
“I will pause whenever I'm feeling sorry for myself today and remember that this is the only day I have and I must play it to the fullest.” – Og Mandino
“Failure is nature's plan to prepare you for great responsibilities.” – Og Mandino
“When in doubt, go. When in doubt, do.” – Brian Buffini
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Brian Buffini shares insights on how to recognize and use your values, principles and motivation to become the best and strongest version of yourself, without burning out. He notes that it’s not always easy – any life worth living has its share of scars — but is worth putting in the time and introspection.
YOU WILL LEARN:
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Doing your best starts with starts with your values, your principles, and your motivation — Brian Buffini.
“Where do you spend your time and your money? Those are your priorities.” — Brian Buffini
“Your values are your criteria for making decisions.” — Brian Buffini
"You have a desire to be great...give into that desire and do it the right way. Not in a worldly way, in the authentic way you were designed to do it.” — Brian Buffini
“Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls. The most massive characters are seared with scars.” — Brian Buffini
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A state of flow is an optimal state of consciousness when we both feel our best and perform our best. In this episode, Brian interviews Steven Kotler, one of the world’s leading experts on human performance. Steven shares how to achieve flow and unlock peak performance – those moments in time when the impossible becomes possible. Topics discussed include: why our biology is hardwired for three levels of goals, why practicing distraction management is key and why there is power in invisible skills.
YOU WILL LEARN:
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/radio
“The Art of Impossible,” by Steven Kotler
“Flow,” by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Peak performance is nothing more or less than getting our biology to work for us rather than against us.” – Steven Kotler
“Whenever you see people accomplishing the impossible, you tend to see people in a state of flow.” – Steven Kotler
“Flow is a massive amplification of skills.” – Steven Kotler
“I work for the boss. The boss is who I am yesterday that made my to-do list.” – Steven Kotler
“In peak performance, motivation gets us into the game. Learning allows us to continue to play. Creativity - creative problem solving - it's how we steer. And flow, which is
a state of optimal performance, is how we turbo-boost the results beyond all reasonable expectation.” – Steven Kotler
“If you use the system the way it's designed to be used, you just get farther faster with a lot less fuss.” – Steven Kotler
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Your mind runs your brain — and how you manage it determines your quality of life. In this fascinating episode, Brian Buffini interviews cognitive neuroscientist and
bestselling author Dr. Caroline Leaf, who explains how to train your mind to work for you, not against you. Drawing from four decades of clinical research and her groundbreaking new book, Help in a Hurry: Simple Tips for Finding Peace When You're Overwhelmed, Anxious, or Stressed, Dr. Leaf shares powerful, practical techniques to quiet mental clutter, rewire toxic thought patterns, and experience peace and productivity in as little as 63 seconds.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur navigating stress, a parent balancing it all, or simply seeking more clarity in today’s noisy world, this conversation will help you renew your mind and live with greater calm, purpose, and joy.
YOU WILL LEARN:
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Help in a Hurry: Simple Tips for Finding Peace When You're Overwhelmed, Anxious, or Stressed, by Dr. Caroline Leaf
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Your mind runs your brain — your brain does not run your mind.” – Dr. Caroline Leaf
“We’re not in a mental health crisis; we’re in a mind management crisis.” – Dr. Caroline Leaf
“You can’t control events and circumstances, but you can learn to control your reactions.” – Dr. Caroline Leaf
“We're also living in an era of excess technology and not being taught how to manage it.” – Dr. Caroline Leaf
“The non-conscious mind not only has the problems that we've created, but also the solutions, because that's wisdom. Wisdom is solutions.” — Dr. Caroline Leaf
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Having a bucket list is a really powerful way to help you realize your dreams. In this episode, Brian interviews Ben Nemtin, star of MTV’s The Buried Life and co-founder of The Buried Life movement. Ben shares how after he struggled with depression growing up and was forced to drop out of college, he created the world’s greatest bucket list with his three childhood friends. As they searched for more purpose in life, they managed to achieve the unthinkable and, every time they accomplished a dream, they helped a complete stranger to cross something off their list too.
YOU WILL LEARN:
•What inspired Ben to start his quest and his greatest bucket-list achievements.
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“The only way that we cross things off our list is through the help of other people.” – Ben Nemtin
“I think purpose is one of those things that brings you that sense of well-being. And that's really what a bucket list is, it’s all the things that are going to bring you that sense of purpose.” – Ben Nemtin
“A bucket list is bringing you back to your true self when everything else is pulling you away from that in life. And you just need reminders and devices to bring you back to those things that are truly going to bring you joy and happiness.” – Ben Nemtin
“Surround yourself with people that inspire you.” – Ben Nemtin
“I think that the good life is being authentic and honest with who you are and what you want and following that, even when it's hard. And serving others so that they can they can live their good life as well.” – Ben Nemtin
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In this conversation with Brian Buffini, Kyle Scheele discusses how to tap into your creativity, be courageous, and try something new. In doing so, you can break free from the misconceptions you might have about yourself and reach goals you once thought unattainable.
YOU WILL LEARN
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
How to Host a Viking Funeral: The Case for Burning Your Regrets, Chasing Your Crazy Ideas, and Becoming the Person You're Meant to Be by Kyle Scheele
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE
“I define creativity as broadly as possible. I think that anytime you make anything new, that is a creative act.” — Kyle Scheele
"We're desperate for predictability, but we're also desperate for new. We're desperate for novel.” — Kyle Scheele
"The people who changed the world, they weren't smarter than you, they weren't better than you, they were just curious and persistent and those are things that you can cultivate in yourself.” — Kyle Scheele
"Sometimes all a kid needs is one adult going, ‘I don't know, man, give it a shot.’ I think that's some of the best advice I've ever gotten.” — Kyle Scheele
"One of the things that I learned from surveying 21,000 people about their regrets is that people regret things that they didn't do way more than they regret things that they did.” — Kyle Scheele
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If you want your business to stand the test of time, you have to build trust with your customers. In this episode, Brian explains how you can become a trusted advisor to your clients by always going the extra mile, not just during a transaction, but afterwards too.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· How trust is easily broken.
· Why follow-up is critical.
· How to create advocates for your business.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“How to Win Friends and Influence People,” by Dale Carnegie
“Raving Fans,” by Ken Blanchard
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Trust is the most critical factor to the success of any and all relationships, both in business and in life.” – Brian Buffini
“In today's business environment, if you can follow up consistently, you'll be a shining star in the marketplace.” – Brian Buffini
“If you want to be a profit-maker, you’ve got to be a promise-keeper.” – Brian Buffini
“In life, silence is golden. In business, silence is deadly.” – Brian Buffini
“Character and competence build trust.” – Brian Buffini
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In this session recorded at a recent Buffini & Company event, Brian Buffini discusses the importance of knowing your “sweet spot” when it comes to your business — that place where your genuine interests, skills, and opportunities intersect. He notes that this is not set in stone but can and often does change depending on the “season life” of life” you are in. Brian also shares powerful strategies on how to circle back to your authentic self so that no matter what season you are in, you’ll be able to bring value, expertise and joy to not only your clients, but also to your own life.
YOU WILL LEARN:
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“The magic happens when you find the sweet spot—where your genuine interests, skills and opportunities intersect.” — Brian Buffini
“When we get busy and busier, we stop doing the very thing that we’re best at.” — Brian Buffini
“Our sweet spot is who we are, but we also have different seasons in life. What used to fire you up may not fire you up anymore.” — Brian Buffini
“All I will tell you is AI technology is going to speed the real estate business up, not slow it down. And it'll intensify the referrals, not weaken it. Because in the world we're living in today, we're in more need of somebody to trust, not less.” — Brian Buffini
"Not everything that counts can be counted and not everything that can be counted counts.” — Brian Buffini
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Do you want to unlock the secret language of connection? In this episode, bestselling author Charles Duhigg shares what makes conversations work and how we can all learn to be super-communicators at work and in life.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· The three types of conversations that happen.
· Why asking deep questions builds connection.
· Why listening properly is so important.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” – George Bernard Shaw
“Communication is about learning how to match what kind of conversation is happening and inviting others to match you.” – Charles Duhigg
“When we recognize something as a skill, it makes it something that we can use in any setting.” – Charles Duhigg
“A huge part of listening is not just passively absorbing, it's asking the right question.” – Charles Duhigg
“Sales is not about explaining why a product is great for you. Sales is about learning what someone's problem is and gaining their trust to help them solve that problem.” – Charles Duhigg
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In a world filled with uncertainty, division, and mistrust, Dr. Henry Cloud believes trust is the key to every thriving relationship, business, and community. In this powerful conversation, Brian Buffini sits down with the acclaimed leadership expert and author of Trust: Knowing When to Give It, When to Withhold It, How to Earn It, and How to Fix It When It Gets Broken. Together, they explore why trust is essential for scaling any organization, the five factors that determine whether trust is present, and the practical steps to restore it once lost.
YOU WILL LEARN:
• The five essentials of trust—and how to apply them in life and business.
• The difference between forgiveness and rebuilding trust.
• How self-awareness strengthens your ability to trust others and yourself.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Trust: Knowing When to Give It, When to Withhold It, How to Earn It, and How to Fix It When It Gets Broken by Dr. Henry Cloud
Necessary Endings by Dr. Henry Cloud
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“We can’t scale anything without trust.” — Dr. Henry Cloud
“Forgiveness is about the past, what's already happened, and it's free.” — Dr. Henry Cloud
“Trust is about the future and whether or not I'm going to take another step with you or what step I'm going to take, and that's got to be earned, just like the first time.” — Dr. Henry Cloud
“The first thing you have to do when you're repairing trust is you have to sit down and have a conversation.” — Dr. Henry Cloud
“There’s literally an algorithm that's running inside of every human system, down your spinal cord, through your gut, in your heart, through all of your senses, running an algorithm 24-7 asking one question before anything else. And that question is, am I safe?” — Dr. Henry Cloud
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Taking control of your financial freedom is easier than you think – with simple strategies and a structured approach, anyone can build wealth. In this episode, Brian Preston, bestselling author and host of The Money Guy Show, shares his nine-step system for achieving financial success and living your best life.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· Why time is so valuable.
· How to maximize life in every phase.
· Why it can get messy in the middle.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“Millionaire Mission: A 9 Step System to Level-Up Your Finances and Build Wealth,” by Brian Preston
“The Millionaire Next Door,” by Thomas J. Stanley
“The Wealthy Barber,” by David Chilton
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Every dollar for a 20-year-old has the potential to become $88 at retirement.” – Brian Preston
“Compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world. He who understands it earns it, and he who doesn't pays it.” – Albert Einstein
“Cash is so important because it keeps you from making desperate decisions.” – Brian Preston
“There's a smart way to use debt, but just don't let somebody sell you a bad bill of goods.” – Brian Preston
“Figure out your why and then, right from get go, figure out what that dollar is worth so you'll look at your spending and saving differently.” – Brian Preston
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In this episode of the “It’s a Good Life” podcast, John O’Leary shares with host Brian Buffini the story behind his new film, “Soul on Fire.” The movie recounts how when John was only 9 years old a devastating fire left him with burns on 100% of his body. With courage, faith and love — and the ongoing support of the legendary St. Louis Cardinals broadcaster Jack Buck — the family persevered in helping John through a grueling recovery. Today John is a loving husband and father, bestselling author and in-demand motivational speaker. This is an episode that will bring you to tears but also motivate you to ensure you are living your life to the fullest every day.
YOU WILL LEARN
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE
“I look up, and then he adds, ‘I have never been so proud of anyone in my entire life and my little buddy, this morning, I'm just glad to be your dad.’ And then he follows it with, ‘Love you and there's nothing you can do about it.’” — John’s dad, Dennis O’Leary
“Baby, do you want to die? It’s your choice. If you want to live, take the hand of God and fight like you’ve never fought before.” — John’s mom, Susan O’Leary
“Jack Buck recognized the voice of God is not tomorrow, it's now. And the time to act isn't next week, it's right now.” — John O’Leary
“Your life is a precious, priceless gift. You’ve got one job — say yes to being used for good.” — John O’Leary
“Brian, you taught me years ago to hold on to relationships as if they're precious and not to use them to get the next speech or sell the next house or earn the next transaction, but to love the one in front of you sincerely for them.” — John O’Leary
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If you want to be happy and healthy, you need to understand your past and then leave it behind you where it belongs. In this episode, Brian interviews bestselling author Dr. John Delony about his new book, “Own Your Past, Change Your Future,” and discovers how learning to unpack the weight of your past will help you to live the good life.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· The 5 steps to well-being.
· The importance of owning your story.
· The best advice to change your future.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“Own Your Past, Change Your Future,” by Dr. John Delony
“What to Say When You Talk to Yourself,” Shad Helmstetter
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“You’ve got to go backwards so you can go forward.” – Dr. John Delony
“We think in pictures, but we speak in words.” – Dr. John Delony
“No life change of any sort that is sustainable can happen by yourself.” – Dr. John Delony
“The only two things on planet earth I can control are my thoughts and my actions, period.”– Dr. John Delony
“Once you change the thoughts, you can change the actions.” – Brian Buffini
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In this conversation, Brian and Kyle Draper unpack a practical, highly relational approach to video that fits hand-in-glove with the Buffini Work by Referral system. From 12-second birthday videos to quick “thinking of you” messages, Kyle explains how using videos the right way will help you show your authenticity and relatability, leading to deeper relationships.
YOU WILL LEARN
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
The Go-Giver by Bob Burg and John David Mann
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE
“Any way that I can, I celebrate someone else with the power of a private video.” — Kyle Draper
“When people struggle with content, I give them two questions. ‘What do you get asked the most about your industry? And what are you surprised that people don't already know?’” — Kyle Draper
“But as we see more of AI, it'll be just like a dollar bill. The more you touch it, the more you know what's real and what's not.” — Kyle Draper
“I still think the REALTOR®, the small business owner that's willing to just look into the camera, be themselves, be authentic, they're going to win over the person that is using some form of AI video to help them automate what should have never been automated.” — Kyle Draper
“The beauty of social media is your people are telling you what's going on in their life. We just have to leverage that data the right way and then communicate accordingly.” — Kyle Draper
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What are the common traits of people who live remarkable and fulfilling lives? In this episode, world-renown tech titan Guy Kawasaki reveals the three pillars that can help you to transform from average to exceptional, live the life you’re meant to and make a difference in the world.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· Why a growth mindset is vital.
· How you can develop grit.
· How to embody graciousness.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“Think Remarkable,” by Guy Kawasaki
“If You Want to Write,” by Brenda Ueland
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“There's this distinction between people who have a growth mindset and people who have a fixed mindset.” – Guy Kawasaki
“Grit means that you are happily persevering and happily continuing something, even though it's difficult.” – Guy Kawasaki
“Anything that's worth doing, you’ve got to do it well, and you have to pay the price.” – Guy Kawasaki
“You’ve got to work hard and you’ve got to grind.” – Brian Buffini
“A great leader is outside of himself or herself and understands that he or she is not the center of the universe.” – Guy Kawasaki
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Every workplace—and every relationship—includes complicated people. But as Ryan Leak explains, complicated isn’t about “them”; it’s about all of us and primarily yourself. In this episode, Brian Buffini interviews Ryan, one of today’s most in-demand speakers and bestselling author of How to Work with Complicated People. Ryan reveals how admitting our own complexity creates humility, empathy, and stronger connections. Whether you’re leading a team, collaborating with colleagues, or navigating family dynamics, Ryan’s insights will help you communicate with wisdom, extend more grace, and lead with strength.
YOU WILL LEARN:
• Why admitting “I’m complicated” is the key to building influence and empathy.
• How clarity leads to healthier relationships in your family and in the workplace.
• How leaders can use open communication, trust and feedback to build stronger, collaborative teams.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
How to Work with Complicated People by Ryan Leak
Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets, by Andy Stanley
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Complicated people are essentially people with layers, experiences, blind spots, strengths, weaknesses, and spoiler alert, at the end of the day, well, that's all of us.” — Ryan Leak
“The moment that I admit that I'm complicated it changes the game because now instead of approaching relationships with a fix them mindset I'm starting from a place of humility.” — Ryan Leak
“I think kindness can take you further than you know, trying to just push someone else off of the ladder as you try to climb the ladder of success.” — Ryan Leak
“In my travels, I learned that a lot of people's challenges weren't product problems. They weren't process problems; they were people problems.” — Ryan Leak
“Clarity really creates healthy relationships. Ambiguity is what makes things complicated.” — Ryan Leak
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What do the most successful investors in the world have in common? In this episode, legendary cofounder of The Carlyle Group David Rubenstein shares the secrets of his own phenomenal success as well as some of the time-tested principles, wisdom and tools of the biggest names in finance.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· How entrepreneurs should invest right now.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“How to Invest,” By David Rubenstein
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Nobody ever won a Nobel Prize hating what they do. You have to love what you're doing.” – David Rubenstein
“The people that do well are people that go against conventional wisdom.” – David Rubenstein
“You don't need to be at the bottom or the top of the market. You're making investments. You need to basically believe in what you're doing.” – David Rubenstein
“Right now, I think is a good time to be buying, because I think the economy will come back.” – David Rubenstein
“Give your money to people that know what they're doing, and let them do it.” – David Rubenstein
“I try not to confuse my net worth with my self-worth.” – David Rubenstein
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In today’s fast-paced culture, many of us push ourselves to the limit in pursuit of success—only to end up exhausted and burned out. Dr. James Hewitt knows this firsthand. A former elite cyclist, coach, and now renowned human-performance scientist, he has advised everyone from Formula 1 teams to Fortune 500 executives. His new book, Regenerative Performance: How to Thrive in an Always-On World Without Sacrificing Your Well-Being, offers a practical framework for sustaining high performance without sacrificing well-being. In this inspiring conversation, Brian Buffini and Dr. Hewitt explore the power of recovery, the pitfalls of “high-performance theater,” and the freedom that comes from pursuing purpose over perfection.
YOU WILL LEARN:
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr & Tony Schwartz
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Hard work is required to achieve big results. But you need to balance that with really effective, proactive recovery.” — Dr. James Hewitt
“It’s not actually possible to overtrain, but you can under-recover.” — Dr. James Hewitt
“One of the number one signs of early burnout, to be honest, in myself and others, is I stop experiencing as much joy in the things that usually bring me joy.” — Dr. James Hewitt
“People who commit to being a ‘learn it all’ rather than a ‘know it all’ have better cognitive and brain health long-term” — Dr. James Hewitt
“We know that we can endure a huge amount if we feel it's purposeful and meaningful, sometimes to a fault, but continuing to reconnect with that sense of purpose is going to be absolutely key.” — Dr. James Hewitt
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Celebrated athlete Erik Weihenmayer is the first blind person in history to reach the summit of the world’s highest mountain, Mount Everest. In this episode, he tells Brian how he lives a life of meaning and purpose by consistently breaking through barriers and helping others with special challenges to lead active and fulfilling lives.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· Why he never lives on the sidelines.
· How climbing Mount Everest changed him.
· Why he started a nonprofit.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
National Federation of the Blind
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“When I went totally blind … it was like the gloves were off. I could do anything I wanted now. I was free.” – Erik Weihenmayer
“Wisdom gets beat into most of us, sadly.” – Erik Weihenmayer
“We're always sort of straddling this knife edge between limitation and possibility.” – Erik Weihenmayer
“When you have a really bad day there's nothing better than sleeping and waking up the next morning to say, ‘Today's a new day with new possibilities – I can do better than I did yesterday.’” – Erik Weihenmayer
“It's an ongoing, never-ending commitment to reaching and failing; falling short and bleeding a little bit; and reaching again and getting a little higher each day up the mountain. To me, that's what constitutes a good life.” – Erik Weihenmayer
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