Living and Learning
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#11: Reality Isn't Real: An Introduction to Simulation Theory
April 30, 2018 04:55Today's episode is a little bit mind-boggling. Have you ever considered that we might be living in a simulation? I never had, but Elon Musk's simulation theory is extremely compelling. Given the amount of time that the universe has existed, and how short humanity has existed on a geological scale, it's entirely possible that we're not the first species. Compounded with advances in virtual reality, there's a "one in a billion" chance that we're the first species to do virtual reality. What's t...
#10: Fitness, Longevity, and Overcoming Injuries (with Steven Watts)
April 18, 2018 19:00In the FIRST EVER guest episode on Living and Learning, I'm joined by Steven Watts of Watts Performance Training to talk fitness, longevity and dealing with injuries. Listen as Steven and I talk about what to do in the gym, as well as what to do outside the gym to ensure that you stay healthy, feel good, and can keep exercising throughout your entire life.
#9: The Solutions Mindset
April 05, 2018 14:53When you're facing tough problems, it's easy to get overwhelmed and feel like you're trapped. The key to overcoming big obstacles is the MINDSET. Stop focusing on the problem and focus on the SOLUTION! Change your mindset and you can change your outcome.
#8: Be Patient and Don't Look Back
April 05, 2018 14:51When you set high standards for yourself, it's easy to get frustrated when you're not seeing the results you were hoping for. You're putting in all the effort, you're doing the right things, but you're not seeing the fruits of your labor. This is okay. Keep going! One of the biggest problems young people have is being impatient and wanting success overnight. Keep plugging away, even if you're not seeing the success you want yet, and eventually it will come. Focus on what's in front of you and...
#7: Using ROI to Measure Your Life
March 25, 2018 15:06Can you use ROI, Return on Investment, as a metric to measure your life? For those of you seeking to take back some of your time and get rid of low-value activities, you might look at where you're investing your time and see what needs to go. BUT, there's a catch. Sometimes the most valuable things in your life are hard to measure.
#6: Taking Vacations and Getting Perspective
March 20, 2018 16:14After coming home from a Spring Break trip to Key West, it turns out that vacations are more valuable than I thought. Don't forget to take time off and get perspective. It can be one of the most helpful and enjoyable parts of life. Plus, who doesn't want to see the world?
#5: How I Handle Nervousness
February 22, 2018 02:47Everyone gets nervous. Some people let that anxiety overcome them, while others learn to accept nervousness and use it to their benefit. In this episode, I share 5 ways I've found that help me overcome nervousness and manage anxiety. Hopefully, you too can use these methods to overcome your inner battles and achieve the life you deserve. And as always, thanks for listening!
#4: How to Figure Out What to Do After College
February 08, 2018 01:11Not sure what to do after college? Do all of the jobs you're looking at require prior experience? In this episode, I try to help you figure out how to get a starter job that leads to your dream job. The very first step is to pick a position in an industry -- it could be anything. Then, you need to educate yourself by reading books, watching videos, and more. Once you've got some knowledge, you can finally go out into the marketplace and find work. I hope this episode helps some of you out the...
#3: Courage - The Elusive Secret to Growth
January 26, 2018 00:53The definition of courage is: mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty. You can prepare all your life, but at some point you have to overcome your fear of failure. The only way to do this is to decide in the moment to summon courage and EXECUTE! If you enjoy the podcast, please show your support and leave a review! Thanks for listening. David
#2: Lessons from Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius
January 14, 2018 23:50Meditations by the Roman Emperor, Marcus Aurelius is widely considered one of the greatest works of philosophy of all time. Written almost 2000 years ago, much of the ancient wisdom that Aurelius imparts on us is still relevant today. Listen as I narrate many inspiring excerpts from the George Long translation of Meditations and may you find inner peace in the principles of stoicism. If you enjoy the podcast, please show your support and leave a review! You're also welcome to reach out to m...
#1: Fitness Fundamentals: How to get in shape when nothing else has worked
January 10, 2018 23:23 mp3Getting in shape and achieving your fitness goals is difficult. Or is it? In this episode, I lay out the fundamentals of how to make your body transform. Whether you want to lose weight and slim down, or gain weight and build muscle, these fundamentals should help guide on a fun, rewarding, and fulfilling fitness journey. If you enjoy the podcast or have any feedback, feel free to reach out to me on Twitter @deehodgey.