Tiny Leaps, Big Changes

In this episode, we look at your relationship to failure and why it matters so much . Try Empower: http://empower.me/tinyleaps Your relationship to failure is your relationship to success If you believe failure is a negative, you will avoid it. If failure is pain, you will do more to avoid it than to gain success. If you believe failure is a requirement you will do what you need to to experience it. If you have failed in the past and you hold on to it you will likely fail again in the future If you have failed in the past and you learn from it you will likely succeed in the future.

In this episode, we talk about why you should read more fiction. Try Empower: www.empower.me/tinyleaps Introduction to new perspectives in new contexts Stimulate the imagination and creativity Take your mind off of the real world

In this episode, we talk about some lessons learned while tracking my weight every day. Try Hydrant: http://drinkhydrant.com Code: tinyleaps Why I Started Almost hit 210 Decided I wanted to take control Knew I needed to learn about my body Decided to weigh myself daily for the data Lessons Learned (These are just for me) My body doesn't process carbs well Around 80g of carbs per day usually = weight loss High protein diets leave me feeling energized and focused 100g of carbs per day usually = sustaining If I'm in a "losing pattern" I can cheat without killing momentum (it slows but progress is still made) There are a lot of landmines Always read labels Most things are fine to eat as long as you can "afford it" Having an understanding of your macro ratios, quality of food, and what works for your body is more important than counting calorie

In this episode, we look at why community is incredible valuable for your personal growth.  Try Blinkist: http://blinkist.com/tinyleaps Notable Quote "Across many studies of mammals, from the smallest rodents all the way to us humans, the data suggests that we are profoundly shaped by our social environment and that we suffer greatly when our social bonds are threatened or severed.  When this happens in childhood it can lead to long-term health and educational problems.  We may not like the fact that we are wired such that our well-being depends on our connections with others, but the facts are the facts." - Matthew Lieberman, Author of Social 3 Reasons Sense of purpose We want to be needed and relied on. We want to mean something to someone. Sense of acceptance We want to feel validated as the people we are. A social circle proves that we aren't the "weird" kid. Sense of support We want to feel that, should we ever need it, someone has our back. Even if we don't want to rely on that. How to Build Your Community Find groups and communities around your interests Be open and willing to share pieces of yourself Have an opinion Resources: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-we-are-wired-to-connect/ https://www.amazon.com/Social-Why-Brains-Wired-Connect/dp/0307889092

In this episode, we discuss 3 simple strategies to help you become your best self.  Try Four Sigmatic: http://foursigmatic.com/tinyleaps Raise Your Standards Analyze Your Mindset Gain New Perspectives

In this episode we're going to be looking at some really interesting lessons I learned from playing the video game Fortnite. Over the last two years of playing this game, I’ve been trying to improve at this game and I’m going to break down what those lessons and the role that I think they can have in our personal development. Try Better Help: www.betterhelp.com/tinyleaps Key Points: · Why having something measurable helps · How being confronted by reality builds resilience · How trying again and again develops a better mindset

In this episode we're looking at three of my favorite productivity and focus tools right now. We've done lists like this in the past, and today I recommend the three new things that I'm using that so far are helping in my day to day focus dramatically. Try Empower and get $5 when you use the code: Tiny Leaps Key Points: · What 3 apps I recommend trying · Why they help focusing at home

In this episode we are looking at loneliness. This is one of those topics that we tend to dismiss. But the truth is loneliness is one of the most dangerous emotions and feelings that people can fall into today we shed some light on loneliness and what it might mean in your own life. And I share some advice on how to deal with loneliness and how to avoid loneliness in the future. Try Blinkist: blinkist.com/tinyleaps Key Points: · Definition of Loneliness · Who Suffers From Loneliness · Why Loneliness is a Problem · How to Deal With Loneliness Resources and Links: https://www.verywellmind.com/loneliness-causes-effects-and-treatments-2795749 https://fortune.com/2018/05/01/americans-lonely-cigna-study/

In this episode we're looking at ways to stay connected with your community and people that you love, while you are practicing social distancing. We want to avoid people accidentally isolating themselves so I share three ways to continue to feel connected without being physically present. Try FourSigmatic: foursigmatic.com/tinyleaps Offer Code Tiny Leaps for 15% off Key Points: · Why you want to distance, not isolate · Why you should schedule the time to call, skype, etc. · How to stay connected if you’re working from home · How getting outside (while still following guidelines) can help

In this episode I share three concrete tips to help you stay motivated while working at home. This is something that is new for a lot of us and you may be having to do for the first time or maybe it's not the first time, but it's not something you do regularly. So today I talk about three tips that help allow it to be a productive environment. Join Better Help: www.betterhelp.com/tinyleaps Key Points: · Why you need to take breaks regularly · How the novelty of working at home can keep you motivated · Why you should not buy in to "Hustle culture" and "Always on" mentality Notable Quote: “You are in charge of the delineation between your work and your life. Make sure that those two things don't blend just because now you are working in the place that you live your life.” – Gregg Clunis