Sports Motivation Podcast

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Books + Bars: James Allen, "As A Man Thinketh" Jun 14, 2017

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Starting every Wednesday of the week, I'm bringing you a special "Books + Bars" episode. Expect either an excerpt from one of my books, or a lyric from a hot hip-hop song, broken down in a practical way to apply it to our everyday lives. Books influence me. Bars influence me. Get ready for a fresh new take on the Sports Motivation Podcast.

Title: "As A Man Thinketh" Author: James Allen Chapter: "Thought and Purpose" Page: 39

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How to avoid burnout Jun 13, 2017

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You've done a lot so you deserve to be exhausted, right? Even your friends gas you up on your hard work, so you decide to yourself a break… Be CAREFUL guys. Remember the ultimate prize that you seek; and remember that you got the juice to wake up every day to put in your best efforts to advance yourself. Reward yourself for your small wins, then continue to keep pushing. Become a machine. AVOID THE BURNOUT! Go get that trophy. Aight?

Time Stamps:

(1:20) Peep the GYMR PODCAST

(2:50) Thank you guys for today's episode!

(5:48) "Burnout" is applicable to EVERYONE

(7:09) I'm still figuring out the secrets to many things, but here's a major key.

(9:04) Be really for some realities about "burnout"

(9:21) It isn't the end of the world.

(11:13) Do you have solid plans?

(12:30) Are you tracking/celebrating your wins?

(17:18) Do you know the purpose to what you're doing?

(20:20) Schedule your day intentionally.

(24:07) This is why I think you're burned-out… (and don't be offended.)

(26:34) People will gas you up.

(31:20) You have a choice when you feel this way.

(33:52) Ask yourself THESE questions to conclude today's episode.

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Today's blog post can be found here: Episode #164 Blog

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Keys to Being Fearless: Separate Yourself From the Masses Jun 09, 2017

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The last episode to our KEYS TO BEING FEARLESS mini-series, focuses on how to separate yourself from everyone else. Some people in your life will slowly drift away, while others must be removed from your environment. We must be self-reliant, so let me show you how. After listening, play this mini-series again from the top!

Time Stamps:

(1:32) A brief recap…

(3:45) Today's topic can be viewed as a reality check

(3:55) The masses, are afraid of change | The "inconsistency avoidance bias"

(5:40) If what you will do is significant, expect haters and people who don't understand.

(6:35) Ralph Waldo Emerson's, "Essays on Self-Reliance"

(8:02) Reality: Some of your friends/family will fall off.

(8:23) Deal with it, Pt. 1: Gain clarity with yourself

(9:09) Deal with it, Pt. 2: All in, no money out.

(9:21) Deal with it, Pt. 3: Find a power circle.

(9:48) Deal with it, Pt. 4: Ignore the opinions that don't matter.

(10:52) Deal with it, Pt. 5: Listen and value the opinions of leaders.

(11:18) Deal with it, Pt. 6: Learn how to comfort yourself.

(11:57) The power of self-reliance

(14:29) Did you take the time to put in the necessary work?

(15:36) FEAR OUTRO (featuring Will Smith)

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Keys to Being Fearless: Know Yourself Jun 06, 2017

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Know yourself, know your wealth! The 3rd KEY TO BEING FEARLESS is the understanding of SELF. You must know how you operate, so you can crush it on and off the field. Tune in for seven important steps for self-evaluation, to boost your awareness. You might be surprised at what you discover.

Time Stamps:

(1:43) Why do I do what I do? This is why.

(3:12) Everybody's scared. Everybody's driven by FEAR.

(4:40) A brief recap of the previous episodes.

(5:52) Today is all about knowing yourself.

(6:01) Sun Tzu's, "The Art of War" | Lao Tzu's, "Tao Te Ching"

(8:08) The things that you MUST know about yourself

(8:23) #1: Know what outcomes are you responsible for.

(10:25) #2: Know what is required to accomplish these outcomes.

(11:30) #3: Know how you BEST learn. | Peter Drucker's, "Managing Oneself"

(13:40) #4: Know how you receive love. | Gary Chapman's, "The Five Love Languages"

(17:46) #5: Know how much sleep you need.

(18:50) #6: Know your bloodline values. | Tony Robbin's, "Awaken The Giant Within"

(19:54) #7: Know your liabilities: in character, and skill.

(20:49) What to do NOW…

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Keys to Being Fearless: Live by Rule Jun 02, 2017

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In Part 2 of the KEYS TO BEING FEARLESS series, we live by RULE. Learn how to set rules and mandates for yourself, so when times get tough, you'll know EXACTLY what to do. If you're not sure where to start, don't worry. I'll guide you through it fam, on top of that, I'll read you my own rules. Live FEARLESS!

Time Stamps:

(1:33) Don't be driven by fear.

(3:46) James Allen's concept: You Must Live By Rule

(4:15) BOOK: James Allen's, "Mastery of Destiny" (The Training of the Will)

(6:32) A story about "Coco" and "Tito"

(9:28) In every department of your life, RELIGIOUSLY adhere to your rules.

(11:06) In tough situations, my RULES guide the way.

(12:38) Your mandates.

(13:14) Make sure it's personal.

(14:00) Word them in the form of COMMANDS.

(14:25) Rate yourself on how you aligned with your rules (On a scale of your choice)

(14:36) How would it look like to live in alignment with your rules?

(15:42) My personal RULES and MANDATES.

(23:00) Create your rules, and email me them!

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Keys to Being Fearless: Understand the cognitive biases May 30, 2017

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I'm excited to present to you, the KEYS TO BEING FEARLESS. In Part 1 of our mini-series, we cover cognitive biases, understanding how your brain works, and the power of conditioning your mind. Many things in life will present themselves as obstacles, and it's important that we train our subconscious to go against the grain, rather than run away and hide. CONQUER your life. Live FEARLESSLY. Day one begins now!

Time Stamps:

(1:20) Approach your life FEARLESSly

(2:35) My definition of FEARLESS (the ability to do what you must do, in spite of what you do)

(4:04) What to expect over the course of the next four episodes

(4:49) Understanding your BRAIN | BOOK: "Performing Under Pressure"

(10:03) Sigmund Freud's concept of "The Pleasure Principle"

(11:28) Understanding Freud's concept as an athlete/performer

(12:16) The misconception of fully "listening to your emotions"

(13:10) Your instincts will lie to you… Condition your mind!

(14:27) We have a primitive fear of nature | BOOK: "50th Law"

(14:47) Are your current fears big enough? In reality, we are actually, safe.

(16:00) Take this knowledge, and apply it.

(16:38) ACTION: Define your fears. What's the worst that can happen? Is this likely? How can I prepare for the very worst possible situation?

(17:47) BOOK: "The Power of Negative Thinking"

(18:47) Sell yourself of the benefits of what you MUST do now.

(19:02) Answer the questions and be excited for episode #2... (How to live by rule)

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Today's blog post can be found here: Episode #160 Blog

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Get Ya Mind Right Monday: The Isaiah Thomas Mentality May 29, 2017

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Don't confuse height for heart. Today's GYMR is a tribute to the great Isaiah Thomas; NBA's toughest athlete in the game. Talk about a family-related tragedy taking place before you lace your shoes for Playoff performance. Have you experienced anything similar to I.T.'s? If the answer is no, you must rid your complaints. For his younger sister Chyna, Isaiah put up an amazing 53-points on a night that would have been her 23rd birthday. It's more than just a game man.

Get Ya Mind Right!

Tips on time management May 26, 2017

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Do you procrastinate? Do distractions disrupt your focus easily? Tune in for tips of ways of approaching things, with powerful habits on how to get the most out of your day. Time is limited… use it wisely.

Time Stamps:

(2:21) Review your goals 1ST thing in the morning.

(3:55) Religiously execute your morning mastery.

(5:50) Identify your outcomes for each day.

(6:24) Work/train in blocks of time.

(7:24) Don't be enslaved to your cellphone.

(9:14) Have blocks of time for being distracted. | Cal Newport's, "Deep Work"

(10:14) Primetime often.

(11:32) Eliminate sweets, coffees, etc.

(12:39) Have unconditional love for yourself.

(15:13) Prioritize maximizing time. | Seneca's, "The Shortness of Life"

(16:21) READ: Dan Kennedy's "No B.S. Time Management"

(17:00) READ: Jack Canfield's, "The Power of Focus"

(17:30) READ: Cal Newport's "Deep Work"

(17:54) READ: Michael Johnson's, "Slaying the Dragon"

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Today's blog post can be found here: Episode #159 Blog

Need a Sports Results Coach?: SRC Program

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How to develop a "DGAF mentality" May 23, 2017

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Before you press play, be advised that today's episode is marked explicit for a reason. Some lessons are too important to not be delivered properly… and in moments like these, I stand strongly behind my language. Introducing, the "DGAF mentality." Understand that this is the most impressive reality check to date, and you should feel some type of way about it. I am your wake-up call… and don't hit the damn snooze!!

Episode 158 Time Stamps:

(1:20) Introduction: This episode is explicit

(4:18) The DGAF mentality

(5:18) I'm thankful for my childhood, and all the obstacles that stood in my way

(6:20) Shoutout to Frederick Douglass

(8:25) Shoutout to my POPS

(10:53) Pt. 1: You have to find someone who doesn't "G-A-F"

(14:02) Pt. 2: Confront your fears

(15:53) Pt. 3: Take risks

(18:57) Fortune favors the BOLD.

(19:12) Pt. 4: Create a mindset that makes you immune to failure.

(22:38) Habits never die, but they are replaceable.

(25:13) Pt. 5: Move before you're ready.

(27:30) Plato's "The Republic"

(28:32) Pt. 6: Organize your life.

(33:53) Pt. 7: Connect to [your] God each day.

(36:20) The opposite of this mindset…

(38:50) If this episode was offensive, don't say I didn't warn y'all!

(40:23) If you believe me, go "DO IT!" *Shia LeBeouf voice*

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Today's blog post can be found here: Episode #158 Blog

Need a Sports Results Coach?: SRC Program

Check out the new GYMR Podcast on iTunes! As always, if you're diggin' the podcast, please subscribe and rate the show!

Blog posts for ALL podcast episodes can be found here: IMNOTYOU.COM/PODCAST

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Get Ya Mind Right Monday: You can't run from fear May 22, 2017

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At the end of the day, FEAR is at the foundation of getting what you want. It's at the root of your deepest desires, and most of us run from it. To start the battle, key decisions must be made. Along my journey, I had FEAR right beside me with every step… Tune in.

Get Ya Mind Right!

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