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The 200% Life

Over the past 13 years, Adam Hergenrother has bootstrapped his way to a billion dollar organization. He’s had what others call success… but he found himself asking, “Is this all there is?”

The truth is, the material success we experience in our outer worlds is only 100% of the puzzle. We also need to tap into the 100% of life that is our inner world (meditation, the ego, identities and self-concepts, etc.) to truly experience the life of fulfillment, joy, and enthusiasm we all strive for. We call this the 200% life.

This show is for the leaders and high achievers who have reached success on the outside and still feel like something is missing in their life. We dig deep into the tough questions about life and business and leadership. You’re going to learn how to get and give anything you want in life by mastering your inner world first.

After all, business is nothing but a conduit for your personal growth.

This is The 200% Life, hosted by Adam Hergenrother. (Previously Business Meets Spirituality)

Copyright: © Copyright 2019 Adam Hergenrother

Latest Episodes:

Why You Should Think Like an Olympic Bronze Medalist (Expectations vs Reality) Aug 06, 2024

Show notes

It’s Olympics season, and we have a lot of questions: What motivates Olympic athletes to compete? Why is there such a pay disparity between professional athletes and Olympic athletes, or even the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders? And why do bronze medalists often seem happier than silver medalists?

In this episode, we discuss all of this and more, attempting to answer them both from the inner and outer world perspectives.

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Hallie’s Back! (Plus Career Breaks, Crazy World Events and More) Jul 30, 2024

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Surprise! Hallie is back!

In this episode, we catch up on Hallie’s experiences over the past year since her departure and what she has learned on her journey from Force Multiplier to entrepreneur. We explore the character traits that differentiate the two roles and the learning curve involved in pivoting between them.

We also reflect on the attempted assassination on Donald Trump and how to lead through turbulent times, considering the impact of media on the current state of political unrest in the U.S. and the need for unity and open communication. Our conversation highlights the significance of listening to different perspectives and finding common ground, both in personal relationships and in business.

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4 Steps to Build Momentum (Even When You’re Feeling Stuck) Jul 23, 2024

Show notes

Today, I share my four-step model for building momentum, even when you’re feeling stuck or stagnant (which, in this market, isn’t too uncommon). These steps can be applied to both personal and business aspects of life to help you remove distractions and gain traction. My hope is that they rocket you to your next level of growth! (P.S. Remember to have an awesome day today, simply because you choose to!)

Takeaways:

Choose to have an awesome day regardless of the circumstances
Remove distractions, get into action, and gain traction
Practice one thing every day to build sustained momentum
Set a 3% challenge to push yourself and gamify the process
Commit to the long term and make peace with not getting instant gratification
Refine and optimize your process over time

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Happiness Versus Inner Peace: What’s the Difference? Jul 16, 2024

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I attended a funeral this past weekend and it got me reflecting on death (yes, even more so than usual) and how important it is to make peace with our own mortality. In today’s episode, I share some of the conversation I had with my wife’s grandfather just a few days before he passed and explore the difference between happiness (what we think we’re after) and inner peace (what we’re truly searching for).

Takeaways

Contemplating death and making peace with our own mortality can lead to valuable insights and a deeper understanding of life.
Love should be put into practice in our daily lives, and it is one of the most important aspects of our existence.
Inner peace is a state that can be present regardless of external circumstances, while happiness is a fleeting emotion that is often dependent on external factors.
Focusing on inner growth and handling life's challenges with acceptance can lead to a more fulfilling and peaceful existence.

Timestamps

[00:00] Introduction

[01:40] Facing Mortality and Finding Truths

[06:25] Happiness vs. Inner Peace

[11:33] Handling Life's Challenges

[19:06] The Importance of Spirituality

[28:09] The Quest for Inner Peace

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Are you using work as a distraction from real growth? (Live Training) Jul 09, 2024

Show notes

Today’s episode is taken from a live training session I hosted for a group of real estate professionals.

The real estate industry is experiencing a real shakeup right now, not just from a sales slump, but also from big changes happening in regards to industry practices and agent compensation. These adjustments are leading to a lot of anxiety and fear in real estate professionals, but even if you’re not in the real estate world, odds are you’re experiencing some anxiety in your industry right now, as well.

In moments like these, it is absolutely essential to remember that you can handle anything.

Today, I’m sharing the advice I gave these professionals (which are applicable to anyone!) on how to bring peace, joy, and enthusiasm to every area of your life, no matter the circumstance, along with some techniques for handling discomfort and negative emotions.

Tune in to experience a massive perspective shift, no matter where you’re at in life right now!

Takeaways:

Bringing lightness, joy, and enthusiasm to your day is possible regardless of external circumstances.
Spirituality and personal growth are essential in all aspects of life, including business.
Techniques like the three, two, one, relax method can help handle discomfort and negative emotions.
The ability to handle anything that comes your way allows for a more enjoyable experience of life.

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Feeling like a fraud? This episode is for you… Jul 02, 2024

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A common struggle we hear from listeners and readers is how to overcome feeling like a fraud in both personal growth and business. The good news? That’s totally normal! Even spiritual teachers or successful business owners still make mistakes or have moments of ego-driven behavior. Today, we discuss how to embrace the imperfections and challenges of personal growth and business while focusing on constant practice and inner peace.

Takeaways:

Feeling like a fraud or an “imposter” is common in both personal growth and business.
Embrace imperfections and challenges as part of the journey.
Focus on constant practice and growth—not perfection.

References

Episode 47: What To Do When You Feel Like a Fraud

The Hard Thing About Hard Things by Ben Horowitz

Timestamps

[00:00] Feeling Like a Fraud in Personal Growth and Business

[07:50] Embracing Imperfection in the Journey of Life

[23:21] Handling Challenges by Channeling Inner Peace

“Will I make more money if I’m more spiritual?” Jun 11, 2024

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Does "manifestation" really work? Will you make more money or be more successful if you're more spiritual? Possibly! But there's more to it...

While it’s true that getting more in tune with your spiritual self may improve your life from an outward experience, the deeper purpose is to find fulfillment and joy in the present moment. The peace, joy, and happiness you think you’ll experience from making a certain amount of money or accomplishing a certain goal is actually possible without achieving those things! Here’s how…

Takeaways:

Spirituality can potentially lead to financial improvement, but the deeper purpose is to find fulfillment and joy in the present moment.
Shifting focus from external achievements to inner experiences can bring a sense of lightness and enjoyment in life.
Money and external accomplishments may provide temporary satisfaction, but they do not lead to lasting fulfillment.
By releasing past experiences and letting go of attachment to outcomes, one can experience more meaning and joy in each moment.
The goal is to enjoy life and extract value from every experience, rather than constantly striving for external validation.

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How to Honor the Present for a More Fulfilling Life Jun 04, 2024

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Today we talk about how to audit our time and extract more meaning from the moments we have. It’s important to not just try to get through things to reach the next goal, but rather, honoring and respecting the present moment. When we have a deeper respect for life and recognize the incredible complexity and beauty of existence, we can experience a deeper sense of fulfillment and enjoyment in life in each moment.

Takeaways

Auditing our time involves more than just trying to add more time to our schedules; it's about extracting more meaning from the time we have.
Instead of wishing time away or constantly seeking the next thing, we should pause and honor the present moment.
Having a deep respect for life and recognizing the complexity and beauty of existence can bring a sense of fulfillment and enjoyment.
Measuring our days in minutes and extracting more from each minute allows us to experience a deeper sense of meaning and purpose.

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Embracing Chaos: The Natural Cycle of Life May 28, 2024

Show notes

In this conversation, Adam discusses the concepts of order and chaos in our everyday lives. He shares his observations about bears in Vermont and how their increased levels of comfort around humans demonstrates the nature of change in life. Adam emphasizes that chaos is a natural part of life and that trying to eliminate it is futile. He also explores the intersection between spirituality, consciousness, and money, highlighting the importance of aligning our actions with our true nature. When we use chaos and adversity as opportunities for growth, we can fully enjoy the experience of life.

Key Takeaways

Chaos is a natural part of life and trying to eliminate it is futile.
Money can't stop chaos and challenges, but it can alleviate certain problems.
The intersection between spirituality, consciousness, and money lies in the way we interact with them.
The goal of life is to relax, release, and act, using chaos and adversity as opportunities for growth.
Enjoying the experience of life and removing blockages that prevent us from doing so is key.
Aligning our actions with our true nature and using life as our guru can lead to clarity and fulfillment.

The Nature of Work and the Human Experience May 21, 2024

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In this episode, Adam reflects on the nature of work and the importance of enjoying the human experience. He discusses the idea of work becoming more efficient with advancements like AI and 3D printing, and how periods of expansion and contraction are a natural part of business. Adam also explores the impact of layoffs and the transient nature of relationships in the workplace. He emphasizes the importance of raising others up and contributing to their growth, regardless of how long they may be in your life.

Key Takeaways:

Work is an opportunity for exploration, learning, and personal growth
The transient nature of relationships in the workplace should not diminish the impact and contribution you can make to others' growth
Letting go of the personal mind's desire for “better” experiences and focusing on inner growth can lead to a more peaceful and fulfilling life

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