
Mind Shift with Erwin & Aaron McManus
Mind Shift: Destroy Your Internal Limitations.
Mind Shift is a podcast for the mind, body, and soul hosted by father-son duo Erwin Raphael McManus & Aaron McManus.
Formerly known as The Battle Ready Podcast.
Latest episodes

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Oct 26, 2023 • 1h 36min
#014 Dan Bolton
Dan Bolton, a great friend and communicator, shares his journey from youth pastor to helping people build and monetize personal brands. The speakers discuss marriage, reinvention, and their experiences in marketing. They reflect on the transformative power of service and the balance between uniqueness and disruption. They also talk about acquiring clients, freeing oneself from mental constraints, finding one's version of success, and recommend a practical guide to life.

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Oct 13, 2023 • 1h 22min
#013 Jon Gordon
Guest Jon Gordon, an inspiring leader, discusses spirituality, leadership, friendships, overcoming imposter syndrome, the power of encouragement, exploring identity and healing, the impact of choices on relationships and mental health, and recognizing the source of anxiety. They also promote their books.

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Oct 6, 2023 • 1h 11min
#012 Charles Metcalf
Join Erwin and Aaron McManus as they invite special guest Charles Metcalf, a leader from Transformation Church, to discuss topics such as creativity, leadership, and innovation. The conversation touches on reaching for perfection versus embracing creativity and genius. They also explore the importance of being in God's presence, the influence of being Latin in the creative industry, and the significance of having non-Christian friends in shaping sermons. Additionally, the speakers discuss the art of communication, Aaron's minimalistic fashion sense, and the struggle with perfectionism in releasing creative work.

Sep 29, 2023 • 56min
#011 Jake Goss
Jake Goss, an incredible drummer for the band LANY and an overall great human, discusses his origin story, touring experiences in Asia and Europe, intense fan reactions, his unique drumming style, and the releasing of their new album.

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Sep 22, 2023 • 58min
#010 Make Your Life Count
The hosts discuss living a life that matters and dealing with negative comments. They explore taking risks and living a meaningful life. They discuss handling criticism and maintaining a healthy mental space. They talk about blocking out the noise and finding intrinsic value. They explore the depth and simplicity of discussing God. They emphasize the importance of not living for others' approval. They discuss making your life count and promote a book and conference.

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Sep 15, 2023 • 42min
#009 Overthinking
Explore the detrimental effects of overthinking on relationships, trust, and confidence. Learn how simple-mindedness can propel individuals to seize opportunities. Discover practical solutions to combat overthinking and the importance of consistency. Gain insights into establishing daily mental health routines and the pursuit of flow states. Delve into the concept of redundancy in life and work to enhance creativity and focus. Be inspired to seize opportunities with urgency and enthusiasm.

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Aug 25, 2023 • 53min
#008 Comfortable in the Uncomfortable
The podcast discusses the balance between insecurity and confidence in successful individuals. It emphasizes the importance of navigating uncomfortable situations for personal growth. The hosts share their experiences with uncomfortable speaking situations and reflect on Drake's incident at a show. They also discuss the significance of being comfortable in uncomfortable positions in various aspects of life for success and personal growth.

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Aug 18, 2023 • 48min
#007 Proof of Concept
In this podcast, Erwin and Aaron McManus discuss the launch and significance of The Arena, an online community for discussing big ideas. They also delve into the importance of effective communication and practical skills, as well as the power of character in leadership. The podcast also touches on the upcoming Arena Live summit, featuring inspiring speakers. The McManus brothers express their excitement for The Arena and its potential to elevate lives. Don't miss out on the limited-time low price for access!

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Aug 11, 2023 • 51min
#006 Effortless Excellence
In episode 006 of the Mind Shift Podcast, we dive deep into the realm of genius and what it looks like to have effortless excellence.
The magic of artistry and genius is not just to witness, but to fully absorb, becoming a part of one's very essence. Drawing inspiration from our recent trip to Copenhagen to visit the incredible “Nova” as well as Jeff Gordinier "Hungry" book, we underline the idea that true genius does not shy away from other genius. Instead, it embraces, transforms, and evolves from such encounters.
The language of excellence isn't confined to mere words; it is seen in actions, emotions, and the tangible world. We explore the idea of individuals who exude such mastery in their fields that even amidst chaos, they appear to be gracefully floating. Pondering on the nature of beauty and how it transcends to become sacred, we dive deep into turning ordinary experiences into extraordinary ones. How can one take the mundane aspects of life, sprinkle it with imagination, and turn it into an inspiring tale not just for oneself, but for everyone around?
Life is a frequency unique to every individual. By tapping into this frequency, we connect with others, discovering beauty in the simplest of things, like flowers on a mountain's edge. The ultimate message? Life is an adventure, enriched by the memories we create and share with people that truly matter to us.
For a deeper dive into this perspective-changing conversation, be sure to check out my message “Epiphany: How to have Break Through Ideas” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Vc5EVaNo3o

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Jul 28, 2023 • 56min
#005 Find Your Why
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Find Your Why - Mind Shift Podcast #005
In the fifth episode of "Mind Shift" titled "Find Your Why," Erwin and Aaron McManus dive into the crucial role of 'why' in giving direction to our lives.
We explore the dangers of society's expectation for us to live grandiose lives filled with lofty dreams and goals, often leading to overreaching and over-projection. Contrarily, we discuss how community cultures can lead to a better understanding of ourselves.
In this episode, we critically assess the impact of traditions and their potential to divert our focus away from building the future we want. We emphasize the importance of understanding the driving forces behind our actions—our 'whys.' We discuss how I found my own 'why' and its transformational effect on my life.
Sharing from personal experience, Erwin recount's how he established his life's mission statement three decades ago, seeking to be a voice of hope in a world seemingly drowning in hopelessness.
Furthermore, we provide guidance on finding one's 'why' and the power it holds in giving our lives a gravitational core. We underscore that the 'why' can be found in what makes us feel most alive, what we cannot stop doing regardless of remuneration.
Finally, we discuss the importance of elevating people's thinking, dispelling cliches and superstitions, and shedding light on dark thoughts.
Tune in as we navigate the future together.