Robb Gilbear, a coach and founder of Growth Habit, shares his journey from DJ to motivational author. He discusses how fear can lead to breakthroughs, the importance of accountability in achieving goals, and the role of storytelling in connecting with others. Robb emphasizes the necessity of digital detoxes for mental clarity and highlights the healing power of forgiveness and empathy. He also touches on adapting to change and using fear-setting to overcome limitations, offering listeners valuable insights on personal growth and resilience.
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Decoupling Learning
Decouple learning from schooling.
Pursue learning actively outside of formal education through books, courses, coaches, and mentors.
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Do Bold Sh*t! Conference
Robb Gilbear hosted his first official conference, "Do Bold Sh*t!", after previously hosting smaller events.
Attendees traveled from all over the world, leading to its establishment as an annual event.
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Do Bold Sh*t Mantra
Do bold things that scare you, learn as you go, and share your learnings.
This simple mantra helps overcome overthinking and facilitates growth.
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Atomic Habits by James Clear provides a practical and scientifically-backed guide to forming good habits and breaking bad ones. The book introduces the Four Laws of Behavior Change: make it obvious, make it attractive, make it easy, and make it satisfying. It also emphasizes the importance of small, incremental changes (atomic habits) that compound over time to produce significant results. Clear discusses techniques such as habit stacking, optimizing the environment to support desired habits, and focusing on continuous improvement rather than goal fixation. The book is filled with actionable strategies, real-life examples, and stories from various fields, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to improve their habits and achieve personal growth[2][4][5].
Man's Search for Meaning
Viktor Frankl
The book is divided into two parts. The first part recounts Frankl's harrowing experiences as a prisoner in Nazi concentration camps, including Auschwitz, between 1942 and 1945. He describes the inhumane conditions and the psychological and emotional struggles of the prisoners. The second part introduces Frankl's theory of logotherapy, which posits that the primary human drive is the search for meaning, rather than pleasure. Frankl argues that meaning can be found through three main avenues: work (doing something significant), love (caring for another), and suffering (finding meaning in one's own suffering). The book emphasizes the importance of finding purpose and meaning in life, even in the most adverse conditions, as a key factor in survival and personal growth.
Die Before They Do
Die Before They Do
Robb Gilbear
Robb Gilbear, Coach & Founder of Growth Habit and author of Die Before They Do, joins Jeff Abracen to share how fear can spark breakthroughs, decoupling learning from school, how accountability transforms goals, using storytelling as a tool for connection, the clarity found in digital detoxes, and the power of forgiveness and empathy in healing. Robb also opens up about the personal growth behind his heart tattoo, why adaptability fuels success, how fear-setting can crush limitations, and so much more!
Chapters
00:00 Intro 01:13 The Bold Move: Hosting a Conference 05:01 The Power of Vulnerability and Connection 08:48 From DJ to Business Coach 13:02 The Importance of Attitude Over Credentials 17:10 Finding Meaning Through Struggles 21:02 The Role of Accountability in Growth 25:51 Experiencing Flow and Celebration After the Event 32:01 The Evolution of Coaching 35:51 Personal Growth and Family Dynamics 41:31 Empathy and Understanding in Coaching 45:23 Finding Joy and Humor in Life's Challenges 49:18 Fear Setting: Confronting and Overcoming Fears
Disruptive Influence with Jeff Abracen 
