#341: How to Re-Wire from Survival to Greatness with James Silvas

Jan 22, 2024

Peak Performance Coach James Silvas shares insights on living in alignment with our values, exploring presence, and facing challenges head-on. They discuss the power of imagination, being present in the moment, and recognizing the impact of social media. They also delve into the importance of values, constructing emotions in the brain, and embodying change. Learn how staying true to oneself can create significant impact and the significance of interdependence in living a fulfilling life.

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Introduction

00:00 • 3min

The Power of Imagination and Unselfing

02:42 • 12min

Being Present in the Moment

14:55 • 4min

Recognizing Presence and the Impact of Social Media

18:51 • 4min

Values and Building a Framework

22:56 • 9min

Constructing Emotions in the Brain

32:15 • 18min

Embodying Values and Creating Change

50:16 • 18min

Understanding Interpretations and Living a Fulfilling Life

01:08:06 • 2min

#341: How to Re-Wire from Survival to Greatness with James Silvas In this episode, I welcome back James Silvas, an International Mindset Specialist and Peak Performance Coach. James encourages listeners to embrace both their individuality and the interconnectedness of all things to live a meaningful life aligned with their values and purpose. We explore the importance of living our values to be in true alignment with ourselves. James dismantles presence and discusses the concept of unselfing and facing our sh*t head on. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation that invites us to reflect on and widen our perspective. James Silvas teaches athletes, leaders, and high-performing teams how to clear their minds, break through fear, optimize their performance, and enhance the quality of their personal and professional lives. James is also the founder of Be That 1% – a movement, brand, and podcast that inspires others to live on their terms, overcome obstacles, and do what 99% of people won’t. — Instagram @james_silvas: https://www.instagram.com/james_silvas — TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@james_silvas — Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/jamessilvas — LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-silvas — Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/be-that-1-podcast/id1330345445 If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Authenticity, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Transformation, Conflict, Career, Mental Health, Purpose, Accountability, Individuality, Performance, Presence, Values 0:00:00 Intro + Understanding our minds, performance, and presence 0:08:34 The Wall of Avoidance 0:24:20 Personal Fulfillment 0:25:33 Establishing Boundaries and Preserving Wholeness 0:28:44 Emotions are constructed in the moment, not pre-determined 0:31:52 Letting go of attachment allows for a relaxed and evolving conversation 0:35:33 Creating Certainty to Avoid Uncertainty 0:37:52 Observing and Selecting Thoughts 0:42:01 Constructed Lives: Society's Influence and Identifiable Labels 0:42:42 The Masks We Wear and the People We Attract 0:45:26 Triggers as Opportunities for Personal Growth 0:49:45 Becoming a Trailblazer in Your Own Life 0:55:12 Honoring Self and Others through Alignment 0:58:43 Unleashing Your Unique Superpower 1:02:59 Shifting from Victim to Victor Mentality This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth: Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at https://cozyearth.com/GROVES Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!

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