Robert Greene on How Lack of Emotional Control Will Ruin You | Conversations with Tom
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02/04/21
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On this episode of Conversations with Tom, Tom Bilyeu is joined by New York Times and international bestselling author Robert Greene to discuss such matters and more as they explore why today, more than ever, we need to be sharply aware of the political and cultural environments that seek to condition our minds and force us to think irrationally. They discuss why so many behave irrationally today, the power of analyzing your emotions, how today’s environment has conditioned our minds, how we can utilize awareness to empower us, how to use anger as a motivator, the dangers of today’s culture, the constant need for change, the difference between yesterday’s and today’s generations, the story of Athena, why life must have both pain and pleasure, and much more.
SHOW NOTES:
Being Irrational | Robert reveals how our emotional brain actually dictates our decisions. [0:21]
Stand Back | Robert reveals the power of stepping back and analyzing your emotions. [5:17]
Practices | Robert reveals how to stop letting your emotional mind control your life. [11:10]
Conditioned | Robert reveals how you’ve been conditioned by the current environment. [15:10]
Awareness | Robert reveals how to stop letting the world condition you. [21:09]
Power | Robert reveals why we all truly desire and need power to live a healthy life. [25:50]
Shadow Side | Robert reveals how your inner aggressive side influences you. [32:13]
Using Anger | Robert reveals how to use your anger as a powerfully positive force. [40:23]
Today’s Culture | Robert reveals how today’s PC culture is part of a historical cycle. [49:06]
Revolution | Robert reveals how the United States can possibly see another revolution. [54:40]
Generations | Robert reveals how older generations should interact with today’s youth. [56:22]
Change | Robert discusses how change is a much-needed powerful force. [59:36]
Golden Age | Robert discusses the golden age of Athena, strategy, and the classics. [1:07:08]
Anarchy | Robert reveals the surprising positive elements of anarchy and change. [1:16:16]
Dangers | Robert reveals the dangers of cultures that refuse to change or adapt. [1:20:03]
Cultural Direction | Robert reveals the dangers of where PC culture may be leading us. [1:23:53]
Sublime | Robert reveals how sublime is a mixture of pain and pleasure. [1:27:26]
Limitations | Robert reveals how he makes the absolute most out of bad situations. [1:34:44]
Connect | Robert reveals how you can continue to engage with him to learn more. [1:37:41]
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On this episode of Impact Theory, Tom Bilyeu is joined by founder and chairman of the Lindstrom Company,author, and one of TIME Magazine’s “World’s 100 Most Influential People” Martin Lindstrom to discuss such matters and more as they explore how you can begin to cut through all the noise of today and begin to reconnect with not only common sense but also a purpose that drives you forward in life. They discuss the unique opportunities found in today’s world, the power of empathy, why you need to know what your hand for, the importance of developing your personal brand, how we can return to a world filled with common sense, the pitfalls of being attached to your cellphone, why depression is more rampant than ever, how to live an ideal life, and much more.
SHOW NOTES:
Snapshot | Martin explains himself and world view in a quick snapshot. [0:32]
Opportunity | Martin reveals why he still sees opportunity everywhere in this world. [1:25]
Empathy | Martin shares the incredible power of empathy. [3:56]
What You Stand For | Martin shares why you need to know exactly what you stand for. [7:24]
Small Steps | Martin reveals how to become who you want to be through small steps. [9:44]
Your Brand | Martin reveals the importance of getting your personal brand right. [14:39]
Depression | Martin reveals why lack of purpose is the biggest risk of this pandemic. [22:52]
Detox | Martin shares why we must detox from being stuck and living behind a screen. [29:25]
Touch | Martin shares how to re-connect with your sense of touch. [30:53]
Common Sense | Martin reveals what a return to common sense looks like. [35:40]
Reality | Martin reveals why we continue to move further away from common sense. [40:45]
Expressions | Martin reveals a story about how important facial expressions are to us. [42:57]
What Matters | Martin reveals what we can do to ensure empathy doesn’t disappear. [45:35]
An Ideal Life | Martin reveals his instructions to living an ideal life. [49:46]
Connect | Martin shares how you can engage with Martin to hear more. [54:38]
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- 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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Are you stumbling through life, finding it difficult to push back when needed or take control of situations? If so, it may be time for you to strengthen your mental fortitude, begin developing leadership attributes, and start living life with a badass attitude. On this episode of Impact Theory, Tom Bilyeu is joined by author, leadership expert, and former Navy SEAL Officer Rich Diviney to discuss such matters and more as they explore what you need to focus on to develop the core attributes that make up a truly badass leader. They discuss the driving force behind wanting to become a badass, the importance of putting yourself in challenging situations, why having grit is crucial, the key attributes you need, how to start developing yourself, the importance of values and who you surround yourself with, why you need to know your lane, and much more. Order Rich’s newest book, ‘The Attributes’: theattributes.com/buy/
SHOW NOTES:
Badass | Rich reveals the driving force behind wanting to become a badass. [0:17]
Challenge | Rich discusses the importance of being challenged and challenging yourself. [5:17]
Grit | Rich reveals how many develop grit through challenging life situations. [11:39]
Process | Rich reveals the power of resting and reflecting while developing grit. [13:22]
Attributes | Rich reveals how he helps teams and individuals develop strong attributes. [16:18]
PTSD | Rich reveals how reframing past situations helps heal PTSD. [19:56]
Development | Rich reveals the key attributes needed to becoming a badass with grit. [24:23]
Values | Rich reveals the power of surrounding yourself with people better than you. [28:03] Y
our Lane | Rich reveals the most important attributes to becoming successful. [32:02]
Connect | Rich shares how you can continue to follow him to learn more. [37:28]
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- Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement
- Money Mindset: Business & Finance
- Relationship Theory: Relationships
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