
Michael Strahan on Finding Happiness , Achieving Success, and Overcoming the Impossible | Impact Theory
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05/04/21
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In honor of the 2 MILLION subscribers, a.k.a 2 MILLION Impactivists that recognize human potential is nearly limitless, we are celebrating with the very first episode of Impact Theory with the legendary Michael Strahan. In this episode, Strahan shines like the incredibly humble and authentic person he is and Tom steps on the scene from day one sharing his mission to pull people (at scale) out of the Matrix. If you’ve wondered about the secret to reinventing yourself, beating your limitations and discovering what true leadership looks like, this episode does not disappoint. Michael breaks down the importance of making everyone you come across feel valuable from the janitor to the CEO, and how he’s reinvented himself figuring out life and understanding there’s level to this shit! Order Michael Strahan’s Book, Wake Up Happy: https://www.amazon.com/Wake-Up-Happy-Dream-Transforming/dp/1476775699
SHOW NOTES:
Perspective | Strahan reframes stress of travel with the reality of life and finds gratitude [2:55]
Not If, When | Strahan on getting after the hard things, lessons from dad and no doubts [4:07]
The Switch | Strahan exposes how he found common ground with Tom Coughlin [9:17]
Leadership | Strahan on how to lead and have everyone to feel valued and do anything [13:54]
Psychology | Strahan explains how he gets everyone on same page for the win [17:42]
Routine | Strahan on his routine to get past self doubt, know the job & execute [23:47]
Unseen | Strahan on bringing joy and respect to every position you interact with [27:21]
Self-Limiting | Breaking out of the Matrix, overcoming self-limitations, and doubt [30:24]
Fear & Failures | Getting ready for what’s next and get better [37:04]
Reinvention | Figuring out life, finding the fear, going all in, master it, on to the next [41:45]
Put the Work In | Strahan on putting in 100% work and taking credit for the win or fail [44:57]
Follow Michael Strahan:
Website: http://www.michaelstrahan.com/
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This episode today takes the plunge and leans off the edge with Jamie Wheal unpacking the depth and complexities he’s addressing in his latest book, Recapture the Rapture. The conversation is heavy and will challenge you to rethink your stance and what leaning into our global community could be for you. Order Jamie Wheal’s new book, Recapture the Rapture: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08DNT8B9B/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i0
SHOW NOTES:
Loss of Meaning | A break down of the conflicting directions of major institutions [3:33]
Meaning 1.0 & 2.0 | Jamie breaks down the difference and problem for salvation & inclusion [7:54]
Meta Crisis | Jamie details the complexity of meta crisis and where it intersects [12:06]
Storytelling | Jamie walks through shapes of stories & where we are in our story of humanity [16:16]
Acceleration | Jamie on why rushing to clean the slate is ignorant of history [18:56]
The Drop | Jamie lists problems (the drop) we have to lean into to get to the better side [24:31]
Narrative Problem | Jamie breaks down coming alive vs. staying alive, narrative or reality [28:37]
Rearview Mirror | Jamie summarizes where the U.S. is after war in 1945 through 60s [30:55]
Tribalism | Jamie reveals what unhealthy tribalism is versus healthy that is for community [32:16]
Cults | Jamie exposes history of cults, how some succeed, when it gets too far extreme [36:42]
4 Cult Responses | Jamie explains the 4 feelings and 4 responses to cult leaders [44:44]
Top Down Solutions | The issue being detached from complexity of interconnected problems [53:13]
Global Rage | Jamie on the human initiative and the propensity for collective rage [57:14]
Finding Grace | Significant decisions in history that were against the rage & violence [1:02:44]
Cultural Architect | Escaping doomsday and thriving into the future [1:10:21]
Soul Force | Jamie explains the root of peaceful nonviolence anchored to Civil Rights [1:15:09]
Big 5 | Jamie reveals the big 5 evolutionary drivers, discusses healing and peak states [1:20:15]
Sex & Healing | Jamie explores the power of orgasms, women, its evolutionary nature [1:34:00]
Out of Hand | Jamie shares why people don’t know what they’re doing, forgiving ourselves [1:47:11]
Trickster | Jamie on dissonance between God & Satan, Good & Bad and the unknowing [1:50:51]
Omega Point | Jamie reveals the point where death and rebirth come together [1:58:02]
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Which diet are you following? Are you doing the carnivore diet? Vegan? Keto? The choices and variations of every diet plan available is nearly endless. At the heart of the matter, diet consciousness is a question of overall health and better managing and preventing diseases and conditions that hinder your performance and destroy your ability to live a happy and healthy life. In this episode, nephrologist and intermittent fasting expert, Dr. Jason Fung, exposes the overarching importance of understanding your body’s hormonal response to insulin activated by what you eat and the frequency with which you eat. He also breaks down the three major paradigms for cancer, and ranks the danger of a poor diet as high as cigarette smoke in terms of high risk contributors of cancer. Dr. Fung is also the author of the #1 best seller, The Obesity Code. Order Dr. Jason Fung’s Book, “The Cancer Code”: https://www.amazon.com/Cancer-Code-Revolutionary-Understanding-Wellness/dp/0062894005
SHOW NOTES:
Weight Loss | Dr. Fung on why weight loss is critical and counting calories doesn’t work [1:23]
Calories | Dr. Fung reveals how hormones impact your body’s response to less calories [3:31]
Carbohydrates | Dr. Fung on how carbs stimulate insulin and signal the body to store fat [6:59]
Protein vs. Carbs | The hormonal response of these nutrients on satiety & effect on insulin [9:50] P
rocessed Carbs | Dr. Fung explains the danger behind processed carbs & hormones [13:03]
Insulin | Dr. Fung explains getting fat on calorie restriction when insulin is high [15:49]
Low Insulin Diet | Dr Fung on losing weight by lower insulin and cycle feeding & fasting [23:32]
Fasting | Dr. Fung introduces options to get through fast with salt, magnesium or broths [26:32]
Cancer | Dr. Fung breaks down 3 paradigm shifts in cancer research & treatments [28:50]
Growth Paradigm | How the overgrowth of cells have been treated by cut, burn or poison [29:41]
Genetic Paradigm | Understanding genetic mutations and the complication curing cancer [30:36]
Evolutionary Paradigm | The primitive mutation of cancer treated with immunotherapy [34:00]
Seed in Soil | Preventing cancer “seeds” to grow, understanding chronic stressors [42:30]
Follow Dr. Jason Fung:
Website: https://thefastingmethod.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jason.fung.313
Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact?
If you’re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you.
Want to transform your health, sharpen your mindset, improve your relationship, or conquer the business world? This is your epicenter of greatness.
This is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day.
Subscription Benefits:
- Unlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more
- New episodes delivered ad-free
- Exclusive access to Tom’s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list
- You’ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more:
- Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement
- Money Mindset: Business & Finance
- Relationship Theory: Relationships
- Health Theory: Mental & Physical Health
- Power Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes
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