Not Almost There

James Lawrence, "The Iron Cowboy," and Joe sit down to discuss many topics, including a part of his story that isn't well known, Ironman training, mental toughness, and so much more. More info at https://www.notalmostthere.comhttps://www.gobrewing.comhttps://www.ironcowboy.com/https://chicagosep.com/contact-patrick-quinn/

Dan Cnossen is a Navy Seal, Paralympic gold Medalist, and leadership guru. Dan became a Navy Seal in 2003. Over the next six years, Dan was deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan and rose in rank to become the officer-in-charge of an 18-man SEAL platoon. In 2009, Dan was deployed to Afghanistan, into an area of heavy combat. There, on a night mission in the mountains, he stepped on an IED, losing both legs in the blast. He would later be awarded a Purple Heart and Bronze Star with Valor. As part of his rehab, he was introduced to the sports of cross-country skiing and biathlon. Never one to shy from a challenge, he eventually earned a spot on the 2014 U.S. Paralympic Team. At the 2018 Paralympic Games Dan stole the show, remarkably winning one gold, four silver and one bronze medal over a period of eight days earning the honor of Best Male Athlete of The Games. IN THIS EPISODE…Dan Cnossen shares his incredibly heroic story of enduring the unthinkable while serving as a Navy Seal; stepping on a pressure plate that forever changed his life. He shares with Joe how he was able to take this seemingly insurmountable set back and pushed himself to train and become an Paralympic gold medalist as well as a public speaker and leadership guru. 🔍 Breakdown with Dan Cnossen: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Chapter 2 (1:53) Joining the seal team Chapter 3 (10:35) Learning leadership ideals from seals Chapter 4 (16:27) The BUDS experience Chapter 5 (24:55) Mental tools used to get through BUDS Chapter 6 (30:39) First years as a seal Chapter 7 (36:37) What Afghanistan was like Chapter 8 (41:18) The explosion Chapter 9 (49:45) The hard road of recovery Chapter 10 (57:27) Finding a future in sports Chapter 11 (70:10) Mindset through challenges Chapter 12 (77:24) Closing Remarks 📞 Connect with Dan Cnossen →https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-cnossen-75b9181ab →https://dancnossen.com →https://www.teamusa.org/usparanordicskiing/athletes/Dan-Cnossen 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here: →https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Ayelet Fishbach PhD, is the Professor of Behavioral Science and Marketing at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and the past president of the Society for the Study of Motivation and the International Social Cognition Network (ISCON). She is an expert on motivation and decision making and the author of Get it Done: Surprising Lessons from the Science of Motivation. Ayelet’s groundbreaking research on human motivation has won her several international awards, including the Society of Experimental Social Psychology’s Best Dissertation Award and Career Trajectory Award, and the Fulbright Educational Foundation Award. IN THIS EPISODE…Joe discusses with Ayelet, who has dedicated her life to the science behind motivation and most recently published a book they get into today, how to best set yourself up for success in your personal goal setting. In this conversation, you will understand how to set goals you will stick with, focus on success in the middle of the journey of your goals, as the beginning and end tend to be blissful, and of course, significant strategy and tips you can start using today. 🔍 Breakdown with Ayelet Fishbach: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Chapter 2 (3:11) Creating an environment for goals Chapter 3 (10:10) Understanding how to craft goals Chapter 4 (18:17) Empathy gap Chapter 5 (23:32) Do and don’t goals Chapter 6 (31:38) Intrinsic motivation Chapter 7 (40:25) Recapping identifying goals Chapter 8 (49:13) Instant gratification Chapter 9 (54:47) Planning for future success Chapter 10 (63:55) Closing Remarks Material Referenced in this interview: →Get It Done by Ayelet Fishback →https://www.ayeletfishbach.com 📞 Connect with Ayelet Fishbach →https://www.instagram.com/ayeletfishbach →https://www.facebook.com/ayeletfishbach.getitdone →https://twitter.com/ayeletfishbach →https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayelet-fishbach-b32a8b4 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here: →https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Amy Purdy is the top-ranked female adaptive snowboarder in the U.S., a three-time World Cup para-snowboard gold medalist, the 2014 Paralympic bronze medalist, and the founder of Adaptive Action Sports, a nonprofit organization that helps youth, young adults, and wounded veterans with physical disabilities get involved with action sports. She is a professional motivational speaker who has been featured at both TEDx and Pop Tech and is also an actress, model, dancer, clothing designer, and experienced product spokesperson. Amy was the breakout star and a finalist on season 18 of Dancing with the Stars. IN THIS EPISODE…Amy shares with Joe her story. She found herself in a seemingly insurmountable life situation at age 19, Amy contracted a virus that lead to the amputation of both of her legs. Not only does she share her feelings and the timeline of events of this life-changing moment, but most importantly, she shares how she was not only able to overcome the obstacles in her way, but dominate every goal she set for herself. 🔍 Breakdown with Amy Purdy: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Amy and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:06) Recapping her story Amy contracted meningitis at the age of 19 and in a 48 hour time frame she found herself fighting for her life. Chapter 3 (10:10) Premonition from an unlikely source While Amy shares a lot of her story, today she shared a story she hadn’t before. She was given a premonition from a massage therapist. Chapter 4 (20:56) Spirituality intertwined with this life-changing event Anyone would find themselves in depression or having feelings of inability to move on, but not Amy. Chapter 5 (24:15) Coming to terms with amputation Amy didn’t lose her legs immediately when she was admitted to the hospital, and she shares how she received the news. Chapter 6 (31:51) Snowboarding Snowboarding was always something Amy had a passion for and was not going to allow her amputation or a lack of equipment to stand in her way. Chapter 7 (37:32) The power of being present Amy’s mother demonstrated to Amy the power of positive thought and being present. Amy’s mother wouldn’t allow anyone with negative thoughts around her daughter. Chapter 8 (46:02) Dancing with the stars This was not an easy experience, but a very rewarding one. Once again Amy found herself in a situation where she had to get creative and engineer this opportunity. Chapter 9 (59:34) What’s next Amy embodies the “not almost there” mindset, and isn’t done yet. She is still setting goals and plans to crush them in 2022. Chapter 10 (63:55) Closing Remarks Joe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview: →On My Own Two Feet by Amy Purdy →https://amypurdy.com 📞 Connect with Amy Purdy →https://www.instagram.com/amypurdygurl →https://www.facebook.com/AmyPurdyGurl →https://twitter.com/AmyPurdyGurl →https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-purdy-3055a343 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here: →https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Dr. Wendy Wood is a best-selling author and Provost Professor of Psychology and Business at the University of Southern California. Given her research over the past 30 years, she is widely considered the world's scientific expert on habit formation and change. She has published over 100 articles, and her research has been supported by Proctor & Gamble, National Science Foundation, the Templeton Foundation, and the Radcliffe Institute. She is the author of Good Habits, Bad Habits. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, NPR, Washington Post, on radio shows like Freakanomics, and in podcasts like the People’s Pharmacy. A 2008 Radcliffe Institute Fellow, and 2018 Distinguished Chair of Behavioral Science at the Sorbonne/INSEAD in Paris, Wood has advised the World Bank, the Centers for Disease Control, and industries such as Proctor & Gamble and Lever Bros. In 2018, she gave the inaugural address in Paris for the Sorbonne-INSEAD Distinguished Chair in Behavioral Science. IN THIS EPISODE…Wendy and Joe talk about her research and ideas in her book, Good Habits, Bad Habits: The Science of Making Positive Changes That Stick. Wendy Wood describes the “what the hell” effect when it comes to dieting and so many more case studies she shares with us. The best part of today’s episode is you will take away so many actionable tips you can start using today. 🔍 Breakdown with Wendy Wood: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Wendy and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:54) Relationship with resolutons New Year's resolutions have a tendency to fail and Wendy explains to Joe why and the science behind it. Chapter 3 (5:09) Making new habits stick You need to create habits that are not just occasional practices, but ones that will become second nature. Chapter 4 (9:23) Instant gratification We are a society of instant gratification and instant results. Habits take time to form and that is important to understand. Chapter 5 (15:30) Time for a habit to stick There are many conflicting anecdotal thoughts on how long it takes a habit to stick, however, Wendy has significant research to answer this question. Chapter 6 (26:08) Eliminate friction When creating a new habit, one of the most important aspects is to remove friction. Understanding your environment and removing obstacles is best. Chapter 7 (34:47) Consistency and bad habits You need to stick with it. Consistency will help you with your new good habits but can also keep you stuck in bad habits. Chapter 8 (42:29) Vietnam study There is an incredible study around drug use and soldiers from Vietnam. The research shows the importance of the environment. Chapter 9 (46:56) Influences around us Social media can be a major influence and habit in our lives. It can be so important to make sure we are putting up boundaries. Chapter 10 (50:11) Closing Remarks Joe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview: →Good Habits Bad Habits by Wendy Wood →https://goodhabitsbadhabits.com 📞 Connect with Wendy Wood →https://www.instagram.com/profwendywood →https://www.facebook.com/GoodHabitsBadHabits →https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-wood-15180a15 →https://twitter.com/ProfWendyWood 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here: →https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Alan Krashesky is an Emmy award-winning broadcast journalist. As ABC 7's primary news anchor, he currently co-anchors three of ABC 7's top-rated weekday newscasts at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and 10 p.m. Among Chicago's most trusted news anchors, Krashesky is well-known and respected for both his news anchoring and news reporting. Every newscast he has anchored has consistently been rated No. 1 in the Chicago market. He joined ABC 7 as a general assignment reporter in 1982. Krashesky's reporting in Chicago and abroad has earned high praise. He has earned numerous Chicago Midwest Emmy Awards and a Chicago Headline Club Peter Lisagor Award. He is considered one of the top reporters in the market to cover major domestic and international stories. He gained his first broadcasting experience in college when he was a news anchor on WICB-FM radio in Ithaca, New York. In addition to his career accomplishments, Krashesky has a long and outstanding history of volunteering his personal time for community service. He serves as a mentor for students interested in broadcast journalism and is a local spokesperson for Alzheimer's disease. He is also a member of the Chicago Midwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences and the Society of Professional Journalists. Krashesky was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, but attended the Milton Hershey School in Hershey, Pennsylvania, a residential school for children with financial and social needs. IN THIS EPISODE…Joe and Alan talk about his impressive career, Alan has been a news anchor for almost 40 years. While the news, its content, and digging into the idea of truth in media is a part of the conversation, Alan’s personal story is also incredibly important. Alan talks about his upbringing and how a horrible tragedy led to a life path, while may seem unorthodox, ultimately gave him the stability he needed to become the successful person he is today. Alan advocates for forward progress over perfection. Goals are important, but things can happen along the way that can take you down a different path. 🔍 Breakdown with Alan Krashesky: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Alan and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00) Alan’s early life Alan’s father was taken from him too soon. His mother could not handle taking care of her children alone, so Alan was sent to an all boys school Chapter 3 (22:29) Letter to his wife While a young man, Alan met his now wife at a time where there was no social media and they corresponded with hand written letters. Chapter 4 (24:36) Decisions pave the way You often cannot connect the dots by looking forward, only by looking back. You may not know why an event is happening in your life until it has passed you. Chapter 5 (33:55) Crime and media coverage Alan was a victim of a terrible crime and therefore is able to bring his empathy and compassion to the stories he tells. Chapter 6 (60:12) How to process live information Being on air and gettinig information live can be stressful, but Alan explains how he is able to manage and recover from any mistakes. Chapter 7 (65:41) Leadership and finding the we vs me You are only as good as the team around you. Make sure you are finding the right people to surround yourself with. Chapter 8 (65:41) Finding truth in the news The most important point to keep in mind, is your source of truth. Also you need to keep in mind affiliations surrounding your media. Chapter 9 (70:52) Critics of the world Developing thick skin is important and to learn the importance of not giving attention to negativity. Chapter 10 (77:59) Closing Remarks Joe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview: →Channel 7 News →https://www.mhskids.org/ 📞 Connect with Alan Krashesky →https://www.instagram.com/alan_krashesky →https://www.facebook.com/krashesky →https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-krashesky-4714368 →https://twitter.com/KrasheskyABC7 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by...

Jocko Willink is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL officer, co-author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Extreme Ownership, Dichotomy of Leadership, host of the top-rated Jocko Podcast, and co-founder of Echelon Front, where he serves as Chief Executive Officer, leadership instructor, speaker, and strategic advisor. Jocko spent 20 years in the SEAL Teams, starting as an enlisted SEAL and rising through the ranks to become a SEAL officer. Jocko returned from Iraq to serve as Officer-in-Charge of training for all West Coast SEAL Teams. There, he spearheaded the development of leadership training and personally instructed and mentored the next generation of SEAL leaders who have continued to perform with great success on the battlefield. Jocko is the recipient of the Silver Star, the Bronze Star, and numerous other personal and unit awards. Upon retiring from the Navy, Jocko co-founded Echelon Front, a premier leadership consulting company, where he teaches the leadership principles he learned on the battlefield to help others lead and win. Jocko also authored the Discipline Equals Freedom Field Manual, a New York Times Bestseller. IN THIS EPISODE… Jocko and Joe talk about the origin of Jocko’s propensity for leadership. Jocko also talks about his time in the Navy Seals and how serving our country was a natural calling for him. He shares stories and insights he has learned from being in the Navy Seals for 20 years, and as an entrepreneur, including a story about how Jocko handles dealing with someone coming at you heated - his insight was spot on. 🔍 Breakdown with Jocko Willink: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Jocko and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00) Serving in the military Serving for over 20 years is something that Jocko views as an honor. He felt he was always called to serve and was happy to do so. Chapter 3 (8:12) Becoming an officer Once Jocko became a leader within the seals, he shares his experience on how he was able to fill that role. Chapter 4 (14:47) Leadership in business Once Jocko was ending his career in the military he began a consultative career in leadership through the experience he gained while serving. Chapter 5 (25:39) Themes from corporations Even though you may imagine the corporate world to be different from the military, there are actually more similarities. Chapter 6 (32:40) Finding Jiu-Jitsu Jiu-Jitsu was a profound experience for Jocko. It was a practice that combined all the practices and lessons he had learned throughout his life. Chapter 7 (42:47) Importance of breathing Jocko didn’t have a major epiphany surrounding breathing, but he finds that not allowing panic to set in during a situation is what helps keep control. Chapter 8 (49:08) Prioritize your day Organizing your day is running an efficient team. Use the four laws of combat, cover, move, prioritize, decentralize command. Chapter 9 (54:38) New products Prioritize time for everything. Jocko needs to plan time to come up with new ideas and then allows his team to run with the plan. Chapter 10 (58:33) Closing Remarks Joe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview: →About Face by David H. Hackworth →Breath by Rickson Gracie →Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin 📞 Connect with Jocko Willink →https://www.instagram.com/jockowillink/?hl=en →https://www.facebook.com/jkowillink →https://www.linkedin.com/in/jocko-willink-260b289 →https://echelonfront.com 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here: →https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Tony Hawk is a professional skateboarder and actor. He started at the age of nine when he got his older brother’s blue fiberglass skateboard. He used to practice at the now-defunct Oasis Skatepark at the age of 12, performing maneuvers well beyond his age. By the time he was 16 years old, he had become a professional skateboarder. With time, he was able to start his own skateboarding company called ‘BirdHouse,’ along with compatriot Per Welinder. He also initiated his own series of video games, 16 titles of which have been released since 1999. Through his own YouTube channel called Ride, he hosts various shows and has teamed up with several artists and musicians who have been inspired by skating. He has started the Tony Hawk Foundation for building skateparks for the underprivileged. IN THIS EPISODE… Joe sets the story of his conversation with Tony and explains how he made a big mistake. From there the interview starts, and Tony Hawk shares with Joe some of his most memorable moments from movie sets, the pride of watching his daughter drop in for the first time, and the mentality we need to take while covid has made a major impact on us all. 🔍 Breakdown with Tony Hawk: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Tony and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (): Lessons Learned Lessons Joe learned throughout his first year podcasting Chapter 3 (2:00): Learning an ollie The conversation with Tony starts off with Joe talking about learning his first skateboard trick Chapter 4 (5:43): Inventing new tricks Inventing a new trick can be difficult and Tony explains his process Chapter 5 (11:58): Daughters accomplishment Tony’s daughter accomplished her first drop-in! Chapter 6 (17:04): Being on movie sets There have been several movie sets Tony has been a part of and he shares his experiences Chapter 7 (22:13): What covid has taught Tony The crazy pandemic has taught us all a mind shift, and Tony explains what it has taught him Chapter 8 (25:53) Closing Remarks Joe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview: →https://skatepark.org →Daddy’s Home - Movie →Gleaming the Cube - Movie 📞 Connect with Tony Hawk →https://www.instagram.com/tonyhawk →https://www.facebook.com/TonyHawk →https://twitter.com/tonyhawk →https://tonyhawk.com 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here: →https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere →https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere →http://twitter.com/joechura

Richard Antoine White is an author, inspirational speaker, and professional musician. He is currently the principal tubist of the Santa Fe Symphony and is in his 10th season as principal tubist of the New Mexico Philharmonic. He's also the first African American musician in the United States to earn a doctorate in tuba performance and is now a professor of tuba at the University of New Mexico. With over two decades of performing on the world’s classical music stages, tubist Richard White has matured into a musician known for his clear sound and stylistic flexibility. He began his tuba studies with Ed. Goldstein at age twelve at The Baltimore School for the Performing Arts, where he graduated with honors. He then went to the Peabody Conservatory of Music to study with David Fedderly (Principal Tubist, Baltimore Symphony) where he received his Bachelor’s degree. On the advice of Mr. Fedderly, Richard traveled to Indiana University to study with the legendary Professor Daniel Perantoni. He continued his studies there receiving both his Master’s and Doctoral degrees. IN THIS EPISODE…Dr. White shares his incredible life journey from being homeless with his mother on the streets of Baltimore to being the principal tubist of the Santa Fe Symphony and principal tubist of the New Mexico Philharmonic. As you can imagine there is a remarkable amount of life experience and lessons learned, and community found from his beginning to where he is now, and that journey is what RAW Tuba shares today. He isn’t done with his goals yet, he also shares a big new way to give back through the RAW Tuba Ranch. 🔍 Breakdown with Dr. Richard Antione White: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Richard and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00) Richard’s beginning Richard and his mother were homeless on the streets of Baltimore. He had a rough start in life and was a small child primarily on his own. Chapter 3 (7:05) Being taken away During the blizzard of 1978 Richard couldn’t find his mother, so he curled up in a building vestibule. He was found and it was decided that his mother was unfit for his care. Chapter 4 (12:51) Starting school After being taken in by his grandparents, they quickly realized he had not had any schooling. They got him enrolled and it was a major adjustment. Chapter 5 (16:02) Finding music With his stature, Richard tried to go out for sports but quickly realized music is what fueled him the most. Chapter 6 (21:22) Auditioning for new school Quickly Richard and his parents could see he was outgrowing the public school he was at, so they arranged for him to audition for the Baltimore School of the Arts. Chapter 7 (29:38) work ethic and practice There is no cheating hard work and practice. Richard makes sure to prioritize practicing and scheduling workouts to keep up his abilities. Chapter 8 (34:24) Connecting with his brother His mom had one more son, and although they were estranged for the first decade of their lives, they found each other and bonded over their shared love of music. Chapter 9 (38:38) Finding his father Richard’s dad was in jail from the moment he was born. One day at one of Richard’s performances a man in the audience stood up and introduced himself. Chapter 10 (44:33) Doctorate He almost wasn’t able to get his doctorate with all the time in between professional musician jobs. Chapter 11 (48:02) Writing I’m Possible After watching the documentary that was created Richard knew he had to write his story and get it on paper. Chapter 12 (55:06) Closing Remarks Joe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview: →I’m Possible by Richard Antione White →The Wire - HBO TV →Whiplash - Movie 📞 Connect with Richard Antione White →https://www.instagram.com/raw_tuba →https://www.facebook.com/RAWTUBA →https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-white-15a054214 →https://rawtuba.com 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There...

Eric Deeter is an ultramarathon runner, podcaster, Mindset coach, and an advocate for running barefoot. Eric Deeter didn’t set out to run ultramarathons. He was trying to break out of the limiting beliefs that had limited his success for decades. He’d read all the self-help books. Attended mastermind seminars. Written and recited positive affirmations, but nothing worked. Then, in 2017, he learned a simple meditation that helped him unwind the stories of false humility lodged in his subconscious. He achieved his weight-loss goal that had eluded him for 15 years all through ChiRunning. The next day he ran his first mile on the trails, and never looked back. He went on to complete a 50-mile race, and after a failed attempt, complete his first of many 100 mile runs. Eric works with his clients as a ChiRunning instructor to help them develop the mindset to change their stories and self-talk so they can do more and go farther than they ever imagined. IN THIS EPISODE… In today’s episode, Joe and Eric dive into how he got into Ultra Marathons because let’s face it, it is a unique individual that decides they are going to run a 100-mile race. That is exactly what makes Eric an incredible mindset coach and led him to explore different types of running philosophies. You need to listen to this episode to learn about two incredible running techniques that could be game-changers taking you to the next level of your own running goals. The most important part of their conversation is an incredible mindset tip Eric shares when Joe when he is asked about mentally preparing for a 100-mile race. This mindset share is not only good for race training but something you need to incorporate in your everyday life and personal goals as well! 🔍 Breakdown with Eric Deeter: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Eric and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00) Getting into ultra running Eric decided to challenge himself when he saw a friend of his complete an incredible 50-mile race. I wanted to see what his limits were, and how hard he could push himself. Chapter 3 (11:19) Progressing as a runner Starting off just one mile at a time, Eric got on the trails near his house and focused on getting out every day and staying consistent. Chapter 4 (17:46) Approaching a long distance An important long-distance run lesson and life lesson is to take each run and race one small point at a time. Eric’s focal point was the check stations every 6 miles. Chapter 5 (23:03) ChiRunning and how it helps Eric is a certified ChiRunning instructor and by honing his Chi skills he has taken his running game to another level. Chapter 6 (25:38) Running barefoot Barefoot running is another tool Eric uses for his long-distance runs. Barefoot doesn’t necessarily mean the total absence of footwear, but an extremely thing sole to help feel the earth. Chapter 7 (28:30) What running teaches you Mental health is so important, and by running and taking limiting thoughts out of your mind, you can develop a new sense of confidence. Chapter 8 (29:33) Breathing and its importance Breath is one of, if not the most important tool while running. Working on your breath work is something that will pay itself back in dividends. Chapter 9 (32:58) The samurai mentality Tackling the code of running can be compared to a samurai. There is a code on honor that comes with completing the seemingly impossible task. Chapter 10 (45:28) Closing Remarks Joe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview: →https://ericdeeter.com →https://ericdeeter.com/learn-chirunning 📞 Connect with Eric Deeter →https://www.facebook.com/edeeter →https://www.instagram.com/ultramindsetpodcast →https://www.instagram.com/ericdeeter →https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-deeter 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here: →https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere →Facebook...

Bridget Hilton is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and inspirational speaker. With 20 years of experience as a designer and marketer, Bridget has built 8-figure businesses while traveling the world giving back. She is passionate about sharing her experiences and inspiring others to live a more fulfilling life. She co-founded her company LSTN in 2012 to create the world's first inspirational electronics company which has helped more than 50,000 people receive hearing aids through their proceeds. Her efforts have been featured on Good Morning America, Today Show, and the New York Times. Most recently she is developing a new company called, Experiential Billionaire where she is focused to help shift people’s focus away from acquiring things to acquiring experiences. Bridget is on a mission to help others invest in experiences, expand their time and die with no regrets. IN THIS EPISODE… In today’s episode, Bridget and Joe talk about founding her company, why her mission of philanthropy was so important, and how she was able to break through such a crowded space with LSTN, which includes a special partnership with Tim Ferris and Delta Airlines, which are two incredible opportunities! They also discuss how 2020 made a profound impact not only on her business but on her mental health, which led Bridget to start a new company, experiential billionaire. It is an incredible idea, where she is focused to help shift focus away from acquiring things to acquiring experiences. 🔍 Breakdown with Bridget Hilton: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Bridget and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00) Getting into the audio space Bridget had a profound experience watching a video of a girl hearing sound for the first time, and what happened next was incredible. Chapter 3 (11:19) Designing a cool product Breaking into the audio space is very difficult. Bridget knew she had to focus on the design to really set herself apart. Chapter 4 (17:46) Encounter with a Lion Bridget found herself face to face with a lioness. This could have been the end for Bridget, but she shared what happened. Chapter 5 (23:03) Living intentionally It is easy to get lost in the day-to-day. It is so important to make sure you are living a life of substance and purpose. Chapter 6 (25:38) What has made an impact Finding outlets to help focus on developing your best self is so important. Bridget shares what books and life events really made an impact. Chapter 7 (28:30) transcendental meditation Finding different exercises to help with mental health is so important. Transcendental medication really was a turning point. Chapter 8 (29:33) LSTN helping others LSTN gives back to 3rd world countries and gives hearing aids to those in need. They have been able to help over 50,000 people. Chapter 9 (32:58) Developing experiential billionaire Being surrounded by too many things makes your life go by so much faster. Slow things down and make memories by investing in experiences. Chapter 10 (45:28) Closing Remarks Joe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview: →https://lstnsound.com/ →https://lstnsound.com/pages/giving-back 📞 Connect with Bridget Hilton →hhttps://www.instagram.com/bridgetlhilton →https://www.facebook.com/LSTNheadphones →https://twitter.com/bridgethilton →https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridgethilton/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here: →https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Rich Diviney is a former Navy SEAL Commander, best-selling author, and a widely sought-after speaker and consultant. Rich served over 21 years with 13 overseas deployments, 11 of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. Throughout his career, he has achieved multiple leadership positions, including the Commanding Officer of a Navy SEAL Command. Rich was also involved in a specialized SEAL selection process, which whittled a group of hundreds of extraordinary SpecOps candidates down to a handful of the most elite performers. He began to see that surprising core attributes—including cunning, adaptability, courage, even narcissism— determine how resilient or tenacious we are. This epiphany evolved into a SpecOps training program called MindGym—the first of its kind scientifically devised to help elite soldiers perform faster, longer, and better in all environments—especially high-stress ones. He also wrote a book, The Attributes, which focuses on the qualities needed to be elite. Diviney currently works as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant with the Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute and Simon Sinek Inc. He’s taught leadership and optimal performance to more than five thousand business, athletic, and military leaders from organizations such as American Airlines, Meijer Inc., the San Francisco 49ers, Pegasystems, Zoom, and Deloitte. IN THIS EPISODE… Joe sits down with Rich in his home to talk about his book, The Attributes, his experience on the Navy Seals, and his incredible mindset and focus which really translates to being the ultimate leader. Understanding these qualities not only promotes greater self-awareness but also provides an outline to train for optimal performance in any situation—from parenting and sports to business and relationships. Joe and Rich also break down the difference between a skill and an attribute, how to develop and apply them to your everyday life. If you are looking to hire the right people or get hired yourself Rich shares incredible insight on your ideal job interview. 🔍 Breakdown with Rich Diviney: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Rich and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00) Experience in the Navy Seals Rich shares what it was like being in the Navy Seals and ultimately how it lead him to uncover the attributes he writes about. Chapter 3 (20:23) Grit and steadfastness as cornerstones Out of the attributes Rich discusses grit and being steady are crucial. You need to ensure you are solid in order to build upon your foundation. Chapter 4 (32:05) Social Media blackhole It is easy to slip into narcissistic tendencies if you put too much emphasis on social media. It is so important to make sure you surround yourself with grounded people. Chapter 5 (41:19) Paradox of low self-discipline and success It inevitably happens that you find yourself as a high performer in your work or other areas, but a low performer when it comes to your personal goals. Chapter 6 (29:38) The ability to multi-task Striking a balance can be tough between doing your tasks to your full ability. Spreading yourself too thin makes for poor outcomes. Chapter 7 (52:23) Leading with empathy and humor Finding humor in even the hardest of situations can be a sign of a great leader. Humor along with empathy is what will set you apart. Chapter 8 (72:36) Improving your attributes The more you focus and create a plan for developing your qualities the more you can be successful in improving your attributes. You want an even-level ability amongst them all. Chapter 9 (82:54) Finding balance in celebration Achievement and accomplishment deserve their time for you to celebrate. It is important to take in the highs and also find a balance to continue on with future goals. Chapter 10 (89:27) reducing stress in your breath control Breathing out CO2 is integral in reducing your stress and staying calm even in the most precarious situations. Chapter 11 (97:10) The best interview strategy The importance of getting the right...

Dr. Robynne Chutkan is a gastroenterologist and the best-selling author of Gutbliss, The Microbiome Solution, and The Bloat Cure, and founded the Digestive Center for Wellness. Dr. Chutkan received her medical degree from Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York, where she also did her internship and residency and served as Chief Resident. She completed her fellowship in gastroenterology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York and has been on the faculty at Georgetown University Hospital since 1997. She has been asked to serve as a medical consultant and on-air talent for the Discover Health Channel; she is a member of the medical advisory board for the Dr. Oz Show (where she has appeared as a regular guest); and has also made national appearances on The Today Show, The Morning Show, and The Doctors. IN THIS EPISODE… Dr. Chutkan explains to Joe the importance of gut health, and they really dig deep into what that is, why it’s important, and most importantly, Robynne shares great actionable advice on what to avoid (spoiler alert - artificial sweeteners is big here so PUT DOWN THE DIET DRINK NOW), she also shares the best foods to keep your system happy and healthy, AND why the gut really is the true north star of your body by helping you stay healthy naturally during this constant covid battle and the dreaded flu season. 🔍 Breakdown with Dr. Robynne Chutkan: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Robynne and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00) Gut health what it is and why its important Robynne shares why the gut is central to the body and so vitally important to your health and wellness. A lot of disease starts in the gut. Chapter 3 (6:23) How Robynne chose her specialty Gastroenterology is not a common area of expertise. Robynne shares how she started medical school and specifically got into her specialty. Chapter 4 (13:13) Common gut mistakes The gut is a commonly used work. There are a lot of assumptions people make, so Dr. Chutkan shares some common errors. Chapter 5 (20:44) Checklist for your gut Sometimes it’s good to remove everything to find that right or wrong something that is impacting your digestive health. Chapter 6 (29:38) Problematic foods to avoid There are so many foods that are high in chemicals that are negatively impacting your gut health. Also, just becuase something claims to be “DIET” doesn’t mean healthy. Chapter 7 (38:53) First steps for your gut health First things first, Robynne shares the place to get started for your gut health to ensure you are in the best shape possible. Chapter 8 (47:41) The best fruits and vegetables There are some fruits and vegetables that are higher in fiber and can pack a punch for your gut health. Chapter 9 (55:11) Immune system in your gut This is a rough time with vaccines and covid fear, but studies don’t lie; having a healthy gut superpowers your immune system. Chapter 10 (64:17) Robynne giving back The Digestive Center for Wellness has courses you can look through and free office hours. Go to the website and check it out Chapter 11 (67:48) Closing Remarks Joe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview: →https://gutbliss.com →https://digestivecenterforwellness.com →https://digestivecenterforwellness.com/courses →Gutbliss by Dr. Robynne Chutkan →The Microbiome Solution by Dr. Robynne Chutkan 📞 Connect with Robynne →https://www.instagram.com/gutbliss →https://www.facebook.com/drrobynnechutkan →https://twitter.com/DrChutkan 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here: →https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Lucas Rockwood is the founder of Absolute Yoga Academy and Yogabody Fitness. With a formal yoga training background in Hot Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Gravity Yoga, and the Yoga Trapeze, Lucas has studied with some of the most well-respected teachers on the planet. Lucas founded Absolute Yoga Academy in 2006, one of the top 10 yoga teacher training schools in the world with 2,000 certified teachers (and counting) and courses in Thailand, Holland, the United Kingdom, and the Philippines. In 2013, Lucas founded Yogabody Fitness, a revolutionary new yoga studio business model that pays teachers a living wage and demystifies yoga by making the mind-body healing benefits of the practice accessible to everyone. He is also a highly acclaimed writer, radio show host, TV personality, business consultant, weight loss expert, and health coach. IN THIS EPISODE...Lucas explains to Joe how he found himself in an unhealthy spiral in his early twenties and had a health scare most people don’t experience until late in life. Lucas and Joe talk about his ability to find new paths and how he has been able to keep himself open to all opportunities that came his way. Lucas radically changed his lifestyle after meeting someone shortly after his health scare who introduced him to yoga and good nutrition. He also talks about opening up a business in a different country and the stresses that come with it. 🔍 Breakdown with Lucas Rockwood: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Lucas and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:09): Lucas’ back story Lucas was in his early 20’s and found himself taking pills to normalize his energy level and stress levels. He didn’t realize how unhealthy he actually was until looking at an ID Chapter 3 (8:49): Getting sober When Lucas had to look at an ID badge for work he was embarrassed by the picture he saw that he kept it flipped around. He decided to stop the pills cold turkey. Chapter 4 (13:16): Finding Yoga As soon as he started yoga he started losing weight, he also quit smoking and started feeling so much better. The yoga community was so welcoming and encouraging. Chapter 5 (17:20): Recovery and being healthy Lucas was able to meet a couple that really inspired him and made him more interested in concentrating on healthy eating and spreading the word about yoga. Chapter 6 (22:16): Falling off course Alcohol was something Lucas struggled with at different points in his life, but the pivotal moment which made Lucas completely stop drinking was an interaction with his son. Chapter 7 (26:21): Starting a business in Spain Becoming an entrepreneur was something that happened to Lucas. It was a slippery slope of opportunity. Lucas took advantage of opportunities as they presented themselves Chapter 8 (38:11): Difficulties of entrepreneurship Starting your own business can often be glamorized, but the reality is that you have to worry about making ends meet for your family and employees. Chapter 9 (46:08): Homelife now Now Lucas is at home in Spain with his wife and kids. He has gone through periods of time trying other fitness avenues, but yoga is still his passion. Chapter 10 (50:22): Closing Remarks Joe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview: →https://www.yogabody.com/ →https://www.yogabody.com/about/ 📞 Connect with Lucas →https://www.instagram.com/lucasrockwood →https://www.facebook.com/lucas.rockwood.yogabody →https://twitter.com/LucasRockwood →https://www.tiktok.com/@lucasrockwood? 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here: →https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Heather Parillo is the 20th woman in history to complete the Kokoro crucible; she is the CEO of IFLY Integrative Leadership and Unbeatable Mind Coach. Bringing more than 20 years of experience in the Service, Fitness, and Hospitality industries, she is a multifaceted visionary senior executive, integrator, coach, trainer, facilitator, relationship expert, and turnaround artist with a solid track record of leading individuals, teams, and companies to their stated goals. Heather held previous positions as Chief Experience Officer of The Live Well Brand, a vacation rental, concierge service, and lifestyle brand with headquarters in Florida. She is seasoned at leading transformation through a range of personal and business experiences as well as facilitating at the Middle East Leadership Academy (MELA) and Central Eurasia Leadership Academy (CELA), and Society Of International Fellows Leadership Academy (SIBFLA). IN THIS EPISODE...Heather shares her story with Joe; how she found sealift and Unbeatable Mind, she read David Goggin’s book, “Can’t Hurt Me, and these were her lightbulb moments. Of course, she shares her experience training and preparing for Kokoro, and explains how she failed the first time she tried, what quitting meant to her, and through the process of having to tap out the first time, she was able to use that to fuel her to complete Kokoro during her second attempt. The most notable part of Heather’s story is how she started training - It is something that can’t be stressed enough - she found an unbelievable accountability partner and that can make ALL THE DIFFERENCE. Heather shares her experience and lessons that all stem from her incredible mental fortitude. 🔍 Breakdown with Heather Parillo: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Heather and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:09): Heather’s Kokora experience Kokora is a 50-hour seal team training simulation that is one of the hardest challenges in the world. Heather shares her experience and she signed up. Chapter 3 (10:30): Reckoning with quitting No one would call Heather a quitter when she couldn’t complete Kokoro on her first attempt, but that is what she called herself and what fueled her focus to prepare for attempt number 2. Chapter 4 (16:25): Starting your journey with accountability You just need to start. That’s number one. Sign up for a challenge or a race or some goal and just get yourself started. The next step is finding an accountability partner or community. Chapter 5 (20:38): Attempting and crushing Kokoro for the 2nd time There were many variables working against Heather during her first attempt at Kokora and that just made her train harder and be even more prepared for the second time around. Chapter 6 (27:43): Finding inspiration with a positive and open mind You need to keep an open mind about your potential and what is possible. Positivity follows activity, just like Rich Roll says, mood follows action. Chapter 7 (37:57): Work-life balance This word is used so much in our lives for a reason. It is easy to give ourselves to everyone else around you and forget about the importance of focusing on yourself. Chapter 8 (42:05): Advice for training Training doesn’t start out coming easy. It is something you need to start pushing yourself to do in order to develop a habit. Chapter 9 (46:08): Breathing exercises Breathing is crucial when accomplishing so many of our mental emotional and physical tasks. Its the most important aspect in even doing a pull up. Chapter 10 (55:23): Just say yes There are so many reasons your mind can come up with not to do something that can get in your way. Heather shares the positivity that will come when you open up to YES. Chapter 11 (63:58): Closing Remarks Joe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview: →https://sealfit.com/KOKORO/ →Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins →https://sealfit.com/ →Unbeatable Mind by Mark Divine →https://unbeatablemind.com/ 📞...

JIM KWIK is a New York Times Best Selling Author, Entrepreneur, and International Speaker. After suffering a brain injury at the age of 5, he thought he was useless and a worthless person. But one day when he met the father of a friend, he found out that he was not worthless and then he started reading what he loves and kept focusing on the concept of “how to learn something”, and he started investing his focus in learning. After years of slowly investing, he learned how to become an expert in speed-reading, brain performance, memory improvement, and accelerated learning. He is now a well-known brain coach. He has trained CEOs, celebrities, and many big companies such as Virgin, SpaceX, Fox Studios, Naik, Japon, and Harvard University. He also wrote the book, Limitless, and he donates the proceeds to charities advancing the studies in Alzheimer's and underdeveloped countries providing schools and opportunities for learning. IN THIS EPISODE...Joe sits down with Jim in his home to talk about the concepts from his life and book, Limitless. 🔍 Breakdown with Jim Kwik: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Jim Kwik and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (1:35): Jim tells his story From a young age, Jim suffered an accident that left him feeling inept at learning and unconfident in his cognitive abilities Chapter 3 (10:30): Starting his path toward meta-learning Going to college was something Jim didn’t feel he would be able to do, and yet he found himself in school and finding a mentor that helped him find confidence in his abilities. Chapter 4 (20:17): Pushing through adversity There was a path Jim had to take between where Jim is today and his origin story. Jim shares how he was able to do this and Joe gives him truth bumps along the way. Chapter 5 (28:13): Living in a digital era We are in a world that offers so many distractions, so Jim offers his insights into being proactive versus reactive and how we can take those tips into our parenting skills. Chapter 6 (42:13): Leading by example Consistency compounds is a two-word phrase that Jim encourages us to think about when setting up our daily routines. Chapter 7 (49:50): Digital villains Jim identifies three digital villains that drain our time and our mental capacity. It is what to look out for and make sure to overcome. Chapter 8 (55:05): Top ten skills to train your brain There are 10 important skills Jim identifies and has in his book people should follow to make sure their brains are performing optimally. Chapter 9 (63:43): Daily Routine Jim has a daily routine that helps fortify his ideals around meta-learning. Chapter 10 (72:55): How to retain and recall Jim Shares how he is able to retain and recall information for all of the countless books he has read and continues to read. Chapter 11 (83:22): Closing Remarks Joe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview: →https://www.limitless.com →Limitless by Jim Kwik →Atomic Habits by Tony Hsieh →How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie →Limitless by Jim Kwik 📞 Connect with Jim →https://www.instagram.com/jimkwik →https://www.facebook.com/jimkwikofficial →https://twitter.com/jimkwik →https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimkwik 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here: →https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Lucy Westlake is the youngest person to climb all 50 high points in the United States, she is an adventurer, explorer, endurance athlete, runner, triathlete, mountaineer, and motivational speaker; she dreams big, sets goals, and works hard to accomplish them. Lucy has been climbing mountains since she could walk. She has a deep love for the outdoors and pushes her physical and mental limits to new heights. Lucy began her high-pointing adventure, climbing to the top of every state’s highest mountain, at the age of seven when she and her family visited Black Mountain in Kentucky. Looking at the US geological survey marker on top of the mountain, Lucy and her family began to wonder where other state highpoints were located. They spent the next four hours while driving home looking up and reading about state highpoints. For the next five years, Lucy and her family traveled throughout the United States climbing each state’s highest mountain. IN THIS EPISODE … Joe talks to Lucy Westlake about her climbing adventures. It is unusual for a young person to be so determined and focused from such a young age. Not only has Lucy accomplished hiking all high points in the US, but several difficult mountains in the world including Elbrus, in Kabardino-Balkaria, Russia. She doesn’t stop with her physical goals and challenging herself, she also has a huge heart and humanitarian side. Lucy is wise beyond her years and partnered with Waterstep to make sure there is safe water for people to drink in underserved areas. 🔍 Breakdown with Lucy Westlake: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Lucy Westlake and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (1:07): Hiking all 50 high points Lucy and her dad set out on a mission to climb all the highest points in the 50 states. She shares with us how they were able to do that. Chapter 3 (2:07): Starting at a young age At the age of 4, Lucy completed her first 5K with her family and they didn’t look back from there. As a family they traveled and began hiking. Chapter 4 (10:54 ): Difficulties and dangers of climbing Climbing is not something you can just decide to do and scale some of the hardest terrains. There is a lot of planning and training that surrounds a safe experience. Chapter 5 (12:48): Techniques for climbing and running Lucy has had breathing coaches and various trainers that have helped with her speed in running at the high school level competitively as well as on her climbs. Chapter 6 (18:56): The complete Denali story The first time Lucy and her father tried to scale Denali they failed. They had to turn around. They came face to face with the reality of just how dangerous this expedition was. Chapter 7 (33:40): Lessons learned from these experiences Lucy has learned so many life lessons along the way from training and hiking the states and mountains. Chapter 8 (34:47): Training for climbing There are many ways to train for an intense climb. Lucy shares what she does to get ready and the importance of breathing. Chapter 9 (40:07): Partnership with Waterstep WaterStep manufactures and provides products that make water safe to drink. They’re available for sale to mission teams, humanitarians, disaster relief agencies, and survivalists Chapter 10 (54:35): What is next for Lucy The explorer’s grand slam is Lucy’s next goal. There are only 5 women who have accomplished this goal, and the youngest is 20 years old. Chapter 11 (1:06:16): Wrapping Up Joe wraps up the episode with Lucy Material Referenced in this interview: →Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer →https://highpointers.org/ →https://www.sevensummits.com/ →5 Week Leadership Challenge by Patrick Leddin 📞 Connect with Lucy →https://www.instagram.com/climbyourhighpoint →https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100015661451642 →https://twitter.com/lucy_westlake →https://lucywestlake.com/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/​ Connect with Joe on social here:...

Kevin Hekmat started his career working with IN-Q, Cal Fussman, and Alex Banayan to name a few. He has helped sell out theaters and produce global events. During the pandemic, even though he has a love and deep friendships with his performers, Kevin also looked inward and focused on his passion for wellness, and his ability to help others shift how we respond to stress – and bring more happiness, productivity, and communication to teams around the world. Kevin began studying with the HeartMath Institute where he became certified. He uses over 30 years of research from the Institute to share a new understanding of how we can manage the stress response through simple, evidence-based techniques, and create a happier and healthier work and life. IN THIS EPISODE … Joe talks to his friend Kevin Hekmat about the benefits of deep breathing, meditation, and the intentions of focus. Kevin shares his unknowing journey into meditation, which started with an incredible story, a 10-day silent meditation experience. From never meditating to jumping into a retreat that is hard for the most seasoned meditation enthusiasts. They start digging into understanding setting boundaries in your life and setting time for your intentions and focus. Most importantly for you, Kevin does some incredible deep breathing exercises that you can use during this episode and moving forward, which will aid in your path to self-discovery. 🔍 Breakdown with Kevin Hekmat: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Kevin Hekmat, and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00): Deep Breathing Exercise Kevin starts the conversation with an exercise you can do to help center yourself. Chapter 3 (8:26): Deep breathing versus meditation There are some differences between meditation and deep breathing. Also, keep in mind that all people have different styles of practice. Chapter 4 (15:02): Understanding Heart Math Heart Math is an institute that studies the science of the heart. What your heart rate tells you about not only your physical but your emotional health as well. Chapter 5 (29:40): Meditation retreat experience Kevin started his journey in mediation by attending a 10-day silent retreat, which is truly incredible. He shared lessons he learned and what the overall experience was like. Chapter 6 (36:39): Transcendental meditation This technique promotes a state of relaxed awareness, stress relief, and access to higher states of consciousness, as well as reducing the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure. Chapter 7 (44:57): Creating boundaries to be present We wear so many hats in our lives that it is hard to make sure we are setting boundaries in our lives to ensure we are getting time to be present with ourselves. Chapter 8 (56:57): Living with purpose What are you doing today to ensure your life is being lived for yourself. This is something that we all need to focus on to make sure we don’t look back with regret. Chapter 9 (1:10:53): Quick Coherence Technique Coherence allows us to move easily from one idea to the next, from one thought to the next, and from one mind meld to the next. Chapter 10 (53:50): Wrapping Up Joe wraps up the episode with Kevin! Material Referenced in this interview: →https://www.heartmath.org/ →”I AM” documentary by Tom Shadyac →The Headspace Guide to Meditation by Andy Puddicombe →Against All Odds by Chuck Norris 📞 Connect with Kevin →https://www.instagram.com/kevinhekmat/ →https://www.facebook.com/kevin.hekmat →https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinhekmat/ →https://kevinhekmat.com/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/​ Connect with Joe on social here: →https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere/ →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/​ →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Jenn Lim is the CEO and Chief Happiness Officer (CHO) of Delivering Happiness (DH), a company she and Tony Hsieh co-founded to show how you can prioritize purpose, people, and profits to make an impact on the world. In 2010, Jenn led the launch and management of Tony’s first book, Delivering Happiness, which sold over 1 million copies, and hit #1 on The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. It was also voted one of the best business books by NPR, Amazon, and Inc. Magazine. With the book’s success, DH evolved into the world’s first coach|sulting® company to help businesses, governments, and health care systems actualize their own sustainable organizations with people and purpose for a positive ROI. Since then, DH has inspired and helped over 400 organizations around the world create systemic change to ready them for growth, adaptability, and resiliency. Over her 20+ years of experience with DH and Zappos, she’s developed scientific frameworks for workplace happiness and modern org design, showing how — no matter what title or role — we can live more meaningful lives through the work we do every day. Jenn also sits on the Global Happiness Council of Work and Wellbeing, loves spontaneous meditations and dance parties, and is working on the launch of another book in October 2021. IN THIS EPISODE… Jenn and Joe unpack this last year. They go into the impact the pandemic has made from a work landscape perspective, but more importantly, they talked about Jenn’s experience of massive loss with the passing of Tony Hsieh this past November 2020. This caused an understandable set back completing her book, Jenn was authentic to what she advocates for and focused on her journey and completed her new book, “Beyond Happiness”, and even though this isn’t a part two to Delivering Happiness, this is equally as important for business owners, people leaders, and even within your own family dynamics. Jenn shares a few great exercises you can do today, which will be linked in the show notes along with her book 🔍 Breakdown with Jenn Lim: Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Joe introduces Jenn Lim, and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00): Writing Delivering Happyness Tony Sheih and Jenn Lim wrote 80% of Delivering Happiness in a cabin in Tahoe, and Jenn shares the magic of developing it. Chapter 3 (6:30): Playbook for startup companies The incredible following and impact the principles of scientific happiness has on employees is something that Jenn explains Chapter 4 (15:28): Looking at the good and the bad within your organization Unpacking what is going on within your company. Making sure purpose and value is the stronghold to ensure employee adaptability. Chapter 5 (22:40): The great resignation In the month of April alone there were 4 million people who left their jobs. We could look at this more like the great awakening and Jen explains why. Chapter 6 (32:39): Work-life balance possibilities An exercise Jenn had created, the wheel of wholeness, helps to focus on where they are in all areas of their lives. As a leader, you need to understand where people are in their lives. Chapter 7 (40:47): Greenhouse exercise This goes with the “me to we” concept. We want to make sure we are not only self-actualized but we help others find their purpose also. This greenhouse task helps accomplish this. Chapter 8 (45:49): Work happy means the stock’s happy It should be simple, but often companies forget that their team member’s happiness is not a frivolous focus, but actually helps the bottom line also. Chapter 9 (53:50): Wrapping Up Joe wraps up the episode with Jenn and encourages you to buy her book! Material Referenced in this interview: →https://www.deliveringhappiness.com/ →Delivering Happiness by Tony Hsieh →Beyond Happiness by Jenn Lim →https://www.simplypsychology.org/maslow.html 📞 Connect with Jenn →https://www.instagram.com/byjennlim/ →https://www.facebook.com/byJennLim →https://www.linkedin.com/in/byjennlim/...

IN THIS EPISODE… Joe sits down with his wife Heather Chura, and two of his friends, Jon Rieckmann (first-place finisher in his age division & eighth overall), and Bruce Etzcorn. These are a couple of the people from his crew that competed in the Spartan Ultra and Spartan Beast challenges in Lake Tahoe. For those of you who aren’t familiar with this event, the Spartan Ultra merges the sport of obstacle course racing along with 50K courses and 60 obstacles to create a truly unique and brutal challenge. This is a serious ultra-distance athletic challenge. This incredible group of athletes shares their highs and lows. They also talk about what they had to do physically and mentally to compete at this level. AND they aren't done challenging themselves yet. They talk about what's next for themselves in the race/run/challenge world. 🔍 Breakdown with the Spartan Crew: Chapter 1 (0:00) - Intro Joe introduces his wife and friends and sets up the episode Chapter 2 (3:10) How we got started Heather explains how she got Joe to sign up for the Spartan Ultra, and the magic behind having a goal to work towards. Chapter 3 (7:25) - Spartan race tourist Bruce shares his physical struggles with trying to finish the spartan ultra. He wasn’t able to finish and he explains what happened Chapter 4 (20:20) - Heather’s mental toolbox It was her second time doing the sandbag challenge on a steep incline, but Heather was able to get to a meditative state and focus on the struggles of others to get perspective. Chapter 5 (24:16) - Training for the ultra Preparation is so crucial for an experience like this. The obstacles, the altitude, the heat, and the inclines are something you need to train for in order to have a successful outcome. Chapter 6 (26:47) - Jon wins his age group Winning his age group was not easy. Jon talks about his highs and lows from the race. Chapter 7 (33:02) - Joe’s racing hurdles What the start of the race was like for Joe, and an injury he sustained during the course. He was able to use his mental toolbox to cross the finish line. Chapter 8 (45:08) - Whats next The group shares their biggest takeaways, what’s next for each of them, and the importance of setting your next goal to keep your momentum going. Chapter 9 (52:00) - Half dome experience Rising nearly 5,000 feet above Yosemite Valley and 8,800 feet above sea level, Half Dome is a Yosemite icon and a great challenge to many hikers, and Heather shares her adventure. Material Referenced in this interview: →https://race.spartan.com/en/race/ultra →https://race.spartan.com/en/race/beast →Spartan: Exit Strategy - Cal Fussman →https://www.spartan.com/pages/fit-app 📞 Connect with Jon, Heather, Bruce and Joe →https://www.instagram.com/jrieckmann2/ →https://www.facebook.com/hchura →https://www.instagram.com/bruceetzcorn/ →https://www.instagram.com/jchura/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/​ Connect with Joe on social here: →Instagram https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere/ →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/​ →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura