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347: How to Program Your Brain to Achieve Your Goals with John Assaraf

Release Date: 10/21/2020

621: 6 Books That Will Change Your Life in 2026

Achieve Your Goals with Hal Elrod

If you want 2026 to be your best year yet, one of the simplest ways to accelerate personal growth is to let a great book challenge the way you think, lead, love, and live. In today’s episode, I’m sharing six (6) books that I believe can genuinely change your life this year. Whether your focus is setting bigger goals, strengthening your marriage, becoming a more effective leader, building a thriving family culture, or shifting your relationship with money, there’s something here for everyone. I’ll walk you through why each book made the list, what I learned from it, and how you can...

620: How to Navigate Conflict Without Losing the People You Love with Kelsey Blahnik

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If you’ve been feeling emotionally drained from relationship conflict or disagreeing with people that you love, this episode is for you. Despite how technology and social media have made it incredibly easy to stay connected with family, friends, and our communities, many people feel more divided and disconnected than ever. That’s why I’m thrilled to introduce you to Kelsey Blahnik, a clinical social worker and therapist who works on the front lines of emotional and relational tension. From families and friendships to workplaces, in our increasingly divided political culture, Kelsey helps...

619: The 3 Ego Beliefs That Quietly Run Your Life with Aaron Abke

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If you’ve ever felt trapped in your own thoughts, frustrated by repeating emotional patterns, or exhausted from chasing happiness that never quite lasts, this episode will challenge everything you think you know about personal growth. As today’s guest reveals, a lot of our suffering doesn’t come from our circumstances—it comes from the unconscious beliefs that shape how we experience reality. Aaron Abke is a spiritual teacher, founder of 4D University, and the author of With a background in theology, a masters degree in biblical studies, and millions of followers drawn to his...

618: Return to Real: How To Live Authentically In The Digital World with Ryan Levesque

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As the digital world of AI accelerates faster than ever, it’s tempting to automate, optimize, and outsource nearly every part of our lives. But what if the path we’re on is, ironically, pulling us further away from a meaningful life and genuine happiness? In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with my good friend Ryan Levesque to explore a powerful, yet contrarian concept he calls —and why it may be the thing we need most when AI is making us feel more disconnected than ever before. Ryan is a renowned entrepreneur, author, and creator of the ASK Method, who has built...

617: How to Rewire Your Brain to Overcome Self-Sabotage with Thais Gibson, PhD

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If you've ever struggled with challenges in your relationships, emotional triggers, or just feeling stuck in old patterns, you’re not alone. Those cycles are hard to break, and it often feels like no matter how hard you try, you end up repeating the same behaviors, sabotaging your goals with limiting beliefs. But as today’s guest reveals, you’re not broken; this is your subconscious telling you that you’re ready to heal. Thais Gibson, PhD, is an author, researcher, and founder of The Personal Development School, whose groundbreaking work has helped millions of people unravel emotional...

616: How to Prepare NOW for Your Best Year Ever

Achieve Your Goals with Hal Elrod

During the holiday season, many people break from their daily routines by staying up late, having drinks, and overeating, and tell themselves they’ll get serious again on January 1st. But if you want next year to be the best year of your life, waiting until the new year to begin is one of the biggest mistakes you can make. In today’s episode, I’m sharing why the final weeks of the year are your greatest opportunity to prepare mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually for the future you want to create. The truth is, the decisions you make in December will undoubtedly impact...

615: AI Can’t Replace You (If You Do This) with Amber Vilhauer

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Goldman Sachs recently predicted that up to 300 million jobs could be displaced by AI by 2030, a staggering shift that is already creating overwhelm, exhaustion, and a deep sense of instability for millions of people. People are nervous and afraid, and who can blame them? But what if this moment of uncertainty is actually your chance to reclaim control of your life, your freedom, and your future? Today, I’m joined by my longtime friend Amber Vilhauer—marketing visionary, bestselling book launch strategist, founder of NGNG Enterprises, and one of the most grounded, service-oriented...

614: The Life-Changing Impact of Eternal Optimism with Matt Drinkhahn

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When life feels overwhelming, the natural reaction for most people is to retreat, drift into some form of depression, and assume the pain or challenge they're experiencing is permanent. But what if the hardest season of your life could become the catalyst for your greatest transformation? Today’s episode is all about accessing inner strength, gratitude, and possibility when life tries to knock you down. I’m joined by my good friend Matt Drinkhahn, author of and host of The Eternal Optimist Podcast. Matt is an executive coach to high-performing entrepreneurs, a devoted husband and...

613: Why ‘Being Grateful’ Isn’t Working for You

Achieve Your Goals with Hal Elrod

Isn’t it easier to feel grateful when life is going well? Everything seems simpler when things are great personally, professionally, financially, and your relationships are thriving. But what about when life gets tough? Maybe you’re dealing with a broken heart, struggling to pay your bills, or facing a loved one’s hospitalization. In those overwhelming moments, practicing gratitude can feel impossible, but it’s also when we need it most. In today’s episode, I’m exploring why heartfelt gratitude has its greatest power not when life is easy, but when life is hard—and how to...

612: Talking to Yourself Isn't Crazy (It's How You Master Your Mind)

Achieve Your Goals with Hal Elrod

When you see someone talking to themself in public, your first thought might be that person is a little crazy and maybe has mental health issues. But what if it’s actually one of the most powerful forms of self-leadership? In today’s episode, I’ll show you how using your own voice can immediately transform your mental and emotional state, elevate your focus, and help you lead yourself through any challenge. I’ll share a story about a close friend who inspired me with his daily “self-talk” practice, and how I came to realize he wasn’t acting crazy—he was actually being very...

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This is truly one of my favorite interviews I’ve ever done. I’ve been a fan of John Assaraf for over a decade. Like millions of people did, I discovered him through his appearance in the 500-million+ copy selling documentary, The Secret.

John is also a NY Times bestselling author and the founder of NeuroGym, where he helps equip people with the tools to repattern, rescript, and reshape their subconscious patterns.

Today, John joins the podcast to talk about the neuroscience beneath goal achievement, how thoughts lead to behavior that generates results, and the “innercises” you can start doing now to figure out how to start forging a path forward, eliminate obstacles, and create a clear path to your goals.

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