The Tim Ferriss Show

#444: Hugh Jackman on Best Decisions, Daily Routines, The 85% Rule, Favorite Exercises, Mind Training, and Much More

Jun 30, 2020

Hugh Jackman, an accomplished Academy Award-nominated and Tony Award-winning performer, shares insights from his vibrant career. He emphasizes the importance of daily routines like meditation, which he treats with the same discipline as showering. Jackman discusses the '85% rule' for maintaining performance and the role of intuition in his artistic decisions. He also reflects on personal growth, the transformative power of reading, and the significance of kindness in both life and art. Get ready for fun anecdotes and valuable wisdom!

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Hugh Jackman emphasizes the importance of regular meditation for mental clarity and focus.

Hugh Jackman's upbringing instilled values of integrity and empathy, shaping his approach to life.

Balancing intuition and strategic commitments guided Hugh Jackman's acting career decisions.

Trusting intuition and gut feelings is crucial for making life decisions aligned with one's true calling.

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Embrace a Second Chance Mentality

01:52

Clarity Through Meditation

01:37

Appreciation and Understanding

01:26

The Power of Effective Communication

01:08

Intro

4min

Exploring Unique Cereal Flavors and Nutritional Supplements

2min

Exploring the Routines and Wisdom of a Multi-Talented Icon

3min

Mindful Routines: Reading and Reflection

22min

Lessons in Values and Career Choices

21min

Embracing Opportunities: Defining Decisions in an Acting Career

2min

Embracing Instincts in the Arts

25min

The Art of Balance: Consistency and Mindfulness

18min

Weekend Recommendations and Sponsor Highlights

6min

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“Everyone takes a shower every day, and we don’t complain about it. We do it out of discipline. There will always be an excuse not to meditate.” — Hugh Jackman

Hugh Jackman (@TheHughJackman) is an Academy Award®-nominated, Golden Globe- and Tony Award-winning performer, who has made an impression on audiences of all ages with his multi-hyphenate career persona, as successful onstage in front of live crowds as he is on film.

I’ve wanted to have Hugh on the show for nearly a decade, and—even with my sky-high hopes—he absolutely over-delivered. In our conversation, we dig into lessons learned, routines, favorite books, exercises, intuition, meditation, and much, much more. Hugh was very gracious with his time, and this is one of the longest interviews he has ever done.

Trust me—Hugh delivers the goods, and we had a blast. Enjoy!

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