The Opposite of Groundness

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Research shows that once your basic needs are met, there is hardly any correlation between more money and s more fulfilment. Successful people often focus on the over story of the metaphorical treats o the bright and shiny objects - but may neglect the foundation which holds it to the ground. So this book says, hey, here's how you build that solid foundation that will support you and hold you through hides and lows. And an outcome of that is not only setting yourself up for success, but also finding some more fulfilment in life and some contentment,.

Brad Stulberg discusses the fundamental mindset shift that helps us feel more fulfilled every day.

— YOU’LL LEARN —

1) The deeply-rooted belief that explains why we’re often dissatisfied

2) The simple secret to feeling more fulfilled every day

3) The hidden costs of efficiency

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— ABOUT BRAD —

Brad Stulberg is an internationally known expert on human performance, well-being, and sustainable success. He is coauthor of the bestselling Peak Performance and The Passion Paradox. His work has appeared in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Wired, Forbes, and more, and he is a contributing editor to Outside Magazine. In his coaching practice, Brad works with executives and entrepreneurs on their performance and well-being, and he regularly speaks to large organizations on these topics as well.

• Brad’s book: The Practice of Groundedness: A Transformative Path to Success That Feeds—Not Crushes—Your Soul

• Brad’s Twitter: @BStulberg

• Brad’s website: www.BradStulberg.com

— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —

• Article: “Track Your Happiness iPhone Study Finds That Your Mind Is Wandering Too Much”

• Book: The Bulletproof Diet: Lose up to a Pound a Day, Reclaim Energy and Focus, Upgrade Your Life by David Asprey

• Book: Middlemarch by George Eliot

• Previous episode: 164: Sustaining Your Peak and Avoiding Burnouts with Brad Stulberg

• Previous episode: 415: Pursuing Your Passion the Smart Way with Brad Stulberg

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