What About Books, Life and Other Things?
87 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingDanny Smith, Hurdie Burk and friends talk about books, life and other things.
“..a user sees reading as a pastime, something to be entertained by, but a recipient rests in the ideas.....to receive a book is to explore what is being said and to let the author take you on a ride.” C.S. Lewis
Danny reminds us - “It’s the sign of an educated mind that can consider another’s ideas without having to own them.”
"You'll be the same 5 yrs from now, as you are now, except for 1. who you associate, 2. what you watch, 3. what you read." Zig Ziglar
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#50 Human Performance, Part 2, with Bruce Wayne Meleski, PhD
May 26, 2023 15:40 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBThis is Part 2 (see Episode #40 for Part 1) with Dr. Mel. Dr. Mel goes deeper into how his Accelerated Neurolibrian system integrates the body, mind and spirit. Thus enhancing our human performance.
#45 Chapter 5 Entering into Directed Rest
May 17, 2023 14:07 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBOn this podcast, we discuss Entering Into Directed Rest. Chapter 5 from the book Switch On Your Brain by Dr. Caroline Leaf: Introspection, self-reflection, and prayer for helping catch our thoughts.
#49 - 21 Day Brain Detox, Chapter 11, Switch on Your Brain
May 17, 2023 12:53 - 57 minutes - 53 MBSwitch on your Brain Author Dr. Caroline Leaf. 1. Gather 2. Focused Reflection 3. Write 3. Revisit 4. Active Reach.
#48 Chapter 9, Switch On Your Brain 21 Day Brain Detox
May 10, 2023 12:23 - 43 minutes - 40 MBMastermind Book Switch On Your Brain Dr. Caroline Leaf Author: The 21-Day Brain Detox is Deliberate, Disciplined, Rigorous Attention.
#47 Chapter 8, Switch On Your Brain
May 03, 2023 15:22 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBChapter 8 - The Science of Thought. What you wire into your brain through thinking is stored in your nonconscious mind. Your brain is designed to respond to your mind.
#46 Thinking, God, and the Quantum Physics Brain
April 26, 2023 14:41 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBLinked Science Concepts: The process of thinking and choosing is the most powerful thing in the universe after God, and it is a phenomenal gift from God to be treasured and used properly. The basic ingredients of quantum physics are: paying attention, thinking and choosing, and consequence. This is a segment of a Mastermind focused on Switch On Your Brain Dr. Caroline Leaf
Mastermind Switch On Your Brain Directed Rest
April 05, 2023 20:17 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBOn this podcast, we discuss Entering Into Directed Rest. Chapter 5 from the book Switch On Your Brain by Dr. Caroline Leaf Introspection, self-reflection, and prayer for helping catch our thoughts.
# 44 Mastermind: Switch On Your Brain - Discussion #3
March 22, 2023 15:42 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBChapter 3 of the book Switch On Your Brain by Author Dr. Caroline Leaf. Two big thoughts in this chapter: 1. Choices are real. 2. Free Will Exist
#43 Mastermind Switch On Your Brain Discussion #2
March 19, 2023 13:24 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBThe debate in science is between the mind being what the brain does versus the brain doing the bidding of the mind. The correct view is that the mind is designed to control the body, of which the brain is a part, not the other way around. Our brain does not control us; we control our brain through our thinking and choosing. We can control our reactions to anything.
#43 Switch On Your Brain Discussion #2
March 19, 2023 13:24 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBThe debate in science is between the mind being what the brain does versus the brain doing the bidding of the mind. The correct view is that the mind is designed to control the body, of which the brain is a part, not the other way around. Our brain does not control us; we control our brain through our thinking and choosing. We can control our reactions to anything.
#42 Introduction: Switch On Your Brain
March 19, 2023 12:06 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBWe’re starting a new Mastermind on Dr. Caroline Leaf’s “Switch On Your Brain Author.” Danny’s been reading and listening to Dr. Leaf’s books for 5 years and claims this book is a game changer. The initial reaction from a few other of the of the group seems he might be right.
Introduction: Switch On Your Brain
March 19, 2023 12:06 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBWe’re starting a new Mastermind on Dr. Caroline Leaf’s “Switch On Your Brain Author.” Danny’s been reading and listening to Dr. Leaf’s books for 5 years and claims this book is a game changer. The initial reaction from a few other of the of the group seems he might be right.
Comments Last 7 Books we Covered on Our Mastermind
March 01, 2023 18:24 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBBelow are the books we’ve masterminded over the past 15 months. The next mastermind, 2/28, will be a review of these six books. Personally, I’m excited about it! Selling in a Crisis, by Jen Blount Atomic Habits, by James Clear The Compound Effect, by Darren Hardy The Checklist Manifesto, by Atul Gawande The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, by Stephen R. Covey The 15 Invaluable of Growth, by John C. Maxwell
#41 Comments on the Last 7 Books we Covered on Our Mastermind
March 01, 2023 18:24 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBBelow are the books we’ve masterminded over the past 15 months. Selling in a Crisis, by Jen Blount Atomic Habits, by James Clear The Compound Effect, by Darren Hardy The Checklist Manifesto, by Atul Gawande The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, by Stephen R. Covey The 15 Invaluable of Growth, by John C. Maxwell
Human Performance, Bruce Wayne Meleski, PhD
February 24, 2023 16:43 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBDr. Mel has a PhD from University of Texas in Human Biology and Sports Science. In this 1st episode with Dr. Mel, he’s giving us an overview of how his Accelerated Neurolibria system integrates the body, mind and spirit, enabling better human performance.
#40 Human Performance, Bruce Wayne Meleski, PhD
February 24, 2023 16:43 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBDr. Mel has a PhD from University of Texas in Human Biology and Sports Science. In this 1st episode with Dr. Mel, he’s giving us an overview of how his Accelerated Neurolibria system integrates the body, mind and spirit, enabling better human performance.
Mastermind Final Your RoadMap for Success Part 4
February 17, 2023 20:03 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBSteps to help with your Roadmap for Success. Make Things Happen See and Seize Opportunities Influence Others Add Value Attract Leaders Equip Others Provide Inspiring Ideas Possess Positive Attitudes Have Loyalty Live Up To Commitments
#39 Your RoadMap for Success Part 4
February 17, 2023 20:03 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBSteps to help with your Roadmap for Success. Make Things Happen See and Seize Opportunities Influence Others Add Value Attract Leaders Equip Others Provide Inspiring Ideas Possess Positive Attitudes Have Loyalty Live Up To Commitments
Your Roadmap For Success Book John Maxwell Part 3
February 17, 2023 16:41 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBWe were a little off the topic, however, still had a great discussion. We were doing an overview of Chapters 7 and 8. We also, did some suggested books for the next series on What About Books.
Your Road Map for Success, Part 2
February 01, 2023 18:14 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBWe are in our second podcast installment with our group reviewing and discussing John Maxwell's book "Your Road Map For Success." The group focused on chapters about 1. knowing where you're going and 2. how to get there from here. We discussed how plans constantly change or fail, rarely succeed as written, and how one must adjust. As you can imagine, goal setting and struggles were part of the discussion. Subscribe to https://dannyr.substack.com/
Your RoadMap For Success: Part 1
January 18, 2023 14:19 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MBWe started John Maxwell's Book, “Your RoadMap For Success.”
Mastermind Selling In A Crisis Part 5
December 16, 2022 11:24 - 46 minutes - 43 MBSolid steps in the selling process. The selling process is not always about charm. Listen to understand Build value bridges Solution selling
Mastermind Selling In A Crisis Disciplines Part 4
December 15, 2022 21:37 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBMotivation vs. Disciplines The book we are going through is Selling In A Crisis Author Jeb Blount
Selling In A Crisis - Part 3: Rejection, Objections and One More Call
November 26, 2022 20:20 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBRejection and objections are all part of every salesperson's sales career.
Selling In A Crisis Part 2
November 16, 2022 23:01 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBThe pipeline is critical. Prospect Everywhere. Go where the money is. IQP Ideal Qualified Prospect. Discussed the 7 ways to reach Folks.
Selling In A Crisis Book Review Part 1
November 09, 2022 17:43 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBOur discussion. Crisis Selling. Master these. Prospecting, Time, Qualifying, Discovery, Listening, Presenting, Objections, Negotiations, and Closing. The Right Now List. Where you are? Be there! Crisis Selling is not an Easy Botton or a Shiny New Idea
Masterminding- Atomic Habits, Part 8: The Law of Least Effort
September 14, 2022 21:59 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBThe Law of Least Effort Make the environment where doing the right thing is easier. Reduce friction with good habits Increase friction with bad habits
Atomic Habits: Chapter 7 - How Culture Influences Our Habits
August 25, 2022 16:20 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBCulture plays a big part in shaping our behaviors. These behaviors then become habits. This is difficult because of the need to fit in. We chat in this mastermind on how this works and what we can do to make changes to habits.
Atomic Habits: Part 6 - BundlingHabits
August 17, 2022 20:34 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBWhat habits one sets today is how we change into the future in a positive way. Bundle Habits? Listen in.
Mastermind Atomic Habits The Secret Of Self Control
August 11, 2022 09:23 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MB1. People with high self-control tend to spend less time in tempting situations. 2. Avoiding is easier than resisting. 3. Once a habit is curated into the brain nearly impossible to remove entirely. 4. Focus on self-control.
Atomic Habits Chapter 4 Awareness
July 28, 2022 18:12 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBBeing aware of habits is a great place to look inward and start replacing them with good habits.
Atomic Habits Chapter 3 Build Better Habits
July 28, 2022 15:12 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBThe 4 Steps Make it Obvious Make it Attractive Make it Easy Make it Satisfying
Mastermind Atomic Habits Chapter 2
July 13, 2022 13:39 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBDon't change your habits change you. Decide the type of person you want to be. Prove it to yourself with small wins. Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become.
Mastermind Atomic Habits Session 1
July 06, 2022 19:00 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBWe started a mastermind on the Book Atomic Habits by Author James Clear. Small Incremental steps+Everyday Routine=Compound Massive Positive Change Today we discussed Systems and Goals. Does this sound reverse? Focus on Systems, not a Goal.
Mastermind The Compound Effect Acceleration
June 22, 2022 14:30 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBToday we discussed Chapter 6 Acceleration. Moments of Truth Multiplying Results Beat the Expectations Do the Unexpected Do Better Than Expected
Mastermind The Compound Effect Build A Routine
June 21, 2022 01:19 - 45 minutes - 42 MBBuild your bookend morning and evening routines. List areas of life in which you are not consistent enough.
Mastermind The Compound Effect BigMo
June 02, 2022 19:07 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBMomentum works for or against you. Want a visit from BigMo? Make new choices based on values. Put choices to work Repeat Healthy actions Build Routines daily Stay Consistent
Mastermind The Compound Effect Continued Chapter 3
June 02, 2022 17:54 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBTriggers and Habits.
Mastermind - Chapter 4, The Compound Effect
June 02, 2022 17:54 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBTriggers and Habits.
#17 MasterMind - Chapter 3, The Compound Effect
May 24, 2022 22:29 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBThis week we cover Chapter 3 The Compound Effect Author Darren Hardy
MasterMind The Compound Effect Chapter 3
May 24, 2022 22:29 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBThis week we cover Chapter 3 The Compound Effect Author Darren Hardy
#16 Mastermind - Chapter 2, The Compound Effect
May 11, 2022 21:12 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBNothing fails Like Success. The road to success can be mundane, unsexy, and unexciting.
Mastermind The Compound Effect Author Daren Hardy
May 11, 2022 21:12 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBNothing fails Like Success. The road to success can be mundane, unsexy, and unexciting.
Mastermind The Compound Effect, Chapter 2_
May 11, 2022 21:12 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBNothing fails Like Success. The road to success can be mundane, unsexy, and unexciting.
Mastermind The Compound Effect, Chapter 1
May 04, 2022 17:23 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBSmall Smart Cloices+ Consistency + Time = Radical Difference
#15 Mastermind - Chapter 1, The Compound Effect
May 04, 2022 17:23 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBSmall Smart Cloices+ Consistency + Time = Radical Difference
The Compound Effect Author Daren Hardy Mastermind
May 04, 2022 17:23 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBSmall Smart Cloices+ Consistency + Time = Radical Difference
#14-10: Habit #7 - Sharpen the Saw
March 31, 2022 12:35 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MB4 areas to Sharpen the Saw. Physical, Social, Emotional, Spiritual/Mental
#14 Habit #7 - Sharpen the Saw
March 31, 2022 12:35 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MB4 areas to Sharpen the Saw. Physical, Social, Emotional, Spiritual/Mental
#13 Habit #6 - Synergize - The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
March 23, 2022 18:16 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBSynergy is the essence of principle-centered leadership. It is the essence of principle-centered parenting. It catalyzes, unifies, and unleashes the greatest powers within people. All the habits we have covered prepare us to create the miracle of synergy.