Noble Warrior with CK Lin

174 Brian Johnson: Activate Your Heroic Potential

Nov 10, 2023

CK Lin interviews Brian Johnson, founder and CEO of the Heroic Public Benefit Corporation. They discuss staying focused, embracing imperfections, choosing the right mentor, anti-fragile confidence, shame and self-improvement, prioritizing sleep, energy rituals, breathwork, personal knowledge management, and impacting stories of transformation.

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Brian Johnson

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Prioritizing sleep and nutrition is crucial for overall health and well-being.

Breathwork can increase calmness, confidence, and mental clarity.

Using a personal knowledge management system like Philosophers Notes can optimize learning and personal growth.

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Prioritizing Sleep and Nutrition

Brian Johnson emphasizes the importance of prioritizing sleep and nutrition for overall health and well-being. He highlights the negative impact of sugar and processed foods on the body, and the benefits of reducing sugar intake and regulating insulin levels. Additionally, Brian shares his commitment to getting a good night's sleep, which he considers his secret weapon for optimal performance and energy. He prioritizes sleep by scheduling enough time for it and ensuring a consistent bedtime. By prioritizing sleep and nutrition, Brian maintains a sustainable level of energy and a physique he is proud of.

Transmuting beliefs about self

01:16

The Importance of Asking Yourself 'What Do I Want?'

01:24

The Benefits of Detachment and Action in Pursuing Goals

01:22

Reflections on Trusting Myself and Letting Go

01:37

Introduction

3min

Activating Soul Force

20min

Building a Strong Self-Image through Affirmations and Healthy Thoughts

8min

The Power of Allies and Support in Transformation

20min

The Transformative Power of Breath

2min

Personal Knowledge Management

15min

Admiration, Appreciation, and Encouragement

2min

In this episode of Noble Warrior, CK Lin interviews Brian Johnson, the founder and CEO of the Heroic Public Benefit Corporation. Brian has dedicated his life to synthesizing ancient wisdom and modern science to help people become the heroes of their lives. They discuss how Brian stays focused and avoids getting distracted by shiny objects and the latest trends. They also explore the idea that there are no perfect human beings and how we can embrace our imperfections. If you're interested in learning more, check out Brian's new book, Arite, Activate Your Heroic Potential.

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[00:03:06] Soul force formula.

[00:04:26] Activating soul force.

[00:08:01] Slowing down to prioritize.

[00:11:03] Death at the crossroads.

[00:15:01] Choosing the right mentor

[00:20:02] Anti-fragile confidence.

[00:22:02] Connecting through Toastmasters.

[00:25:24] Shame and self-improvement.

[00:30:05] Installing and deleting behaviors.

[00:33:03] Meeting through a website.

[00:37:42] How do you kill an idea quickly?

[00:40:00] Action drives creativity.

[00:45:16] Prioritizing sleep for optimal performance.

[00:48:20] Energy rituals and nutrition.

[00:52:30] Breathwork and anxiety relief.

[00:56:05] Searchability of ideas.

[01:01:56] Impactful stories of transformation.

[01:03:27] Connecting with the next generation.

[01:07:09] Trusting the process.

Links

https://www.heroic.us/book

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Noble Warrior with CK Lin

174 Brian Johnson: Activate Your Heroic Potential

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Prioritizing Sleep and Nutrition

The Power of Breathwork

Personal Knowledge Management with Philosophers Notes

Installing and Deleting Habits

Aligning Beliefs through Visual Cues

Transmuting beliefs about self

The Importance of Asking Yourself 'What Do I Want?'

The Benefits of Detachment and Action in Pursuing Goals

Reflections on Trusting Myself and Letting Go

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts