Brad Stulberg on the Practice of Groundedness | They Are Us And We Are Them

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Sep 1, 2021

Brad Stulberg, author of 'The Practice of Groundedness' and a coach on human performance, dives into the complexities of achieving peak success. He discusses how compulsive behaviors often accompany high achievement and shares practical steps to ease anxiety. Stulberg emphasizes the importance of grounding oneself, especially during life transitions, while also reflecting on vulnerability and authenticity. He advocates for blending discipline with self-love, promoting joy over fear, and nurturing healthy relationships in parenting to cultivate personal growth.

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ADVICE

Seek Autonomy

Prioritize autonomy by having control over your time and energy.
Question where you are happiest and design your life accordingly.

INSIGHT

Unnatural City Living

City living is unnatural to our evolved minds and bodies.
The constant noise and frenetic pace can contribute to modern illnesses like anxiety and depression.

INSIGHT

Environment Matters

Individual work and temperament can only go so far in finding peace.
Environment plays a significant role, so choose an environment conducive to your well-being.

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Ryan reads today’s meditation and talks to author Brad Stulberg about his new book The Practice of Groundedness which you can pre-order at https://www.bradstulberg.com/tpogpreorder, how the path to peak performance is inevitably tied to compulsive behavior, practical steps to alleviate the anxiety that comes with the lifelong pursuit of greatness, and more.

Brad Stulberg researches, writes, and coaches on human performance, sustainable success, and well-being. He is bestselling author of the books “Peak Performance” and “The Passion Paradox”. In his performance coaching practice, he works with executives, entrepreneurs, and physicians. He is also cofounder of TheGrowthEq.com, a multimedia platform dedicated to the art and science of success.

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