Acta Non Verba

On this episode, Joe Volfman shares why he considers his disability the greatest thing that has ever happened to him. Born with Cerebral Palsy, Joe has overcome challenges by testing his physical limits and creating a strategy to surpass them. Listen in as Joe and I explore what it means to find your true potential when others want to protect you, how to avoid letting your ego get in the way of progress, and how to deal with false positivity in a productive way.   Joe Volfman is a triathlete born with Cerebral Palsy who is currently training for the Paralymics enhanced cycling event and an avid practitioner of Brazilian Jujitsu. Connect with Joe via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joevolfman Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, Donald Robertson shares how he’s sharing the values of stoicism in a new and riveting way. Listen in as Donald and I discuss the process of creating his forthcoming graphic novel Verissimus: The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius as well the prevalence of stoicism in today’s culture including religion and society.   Donald Robertson is a writer, cognitive-behavioural psychotherapist and trainer. Donald specializes in teaching evidence-based psychological skills, and known as an expert on the relationship between modern psychotherapy (CBT) and classical Greek and Roman philosophy. He was born in Irvine, Scotland, and grew up in Ayr.  He worked as a psychotherapist for about twenty years in London, England, where he ran a training school for therapists, before emigrating to Canada in 2013 to focus on his writing and training courses. He now divides his time between Greece and Canada. He is an experienced public speaker.  His therapy practice specialised for many years in helping clients with social anxiety and self-confidence issues.  His work, and that of his colleagues, has often featured in the media of different countries, including Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, the BBC, etc.   You can learn more about Donald here: https://donaldrobertson.name/   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Kristen Ulmer returns to discuss why we need to have an intimate relationship with fear in order to thrive. Listen in as Kristen and I discuss why fear doesn’t hold you back, how to deal with a resistance to feeling fear, and how emotional intelligence and fear are linked. Kristen also explores the culture norm of fear shaming and why we are addicted to the drama of fighting our emotions.   Formerly the best extreme free skier in the world for 12 years, Kristen Ulmer is now a high-performance facilitator and author of the Art of Fear, a book that radically challenges existing norms about what to do about fear and anxiety. Working with groups and individuals all over the world, some of her clients and keynotes have included Google, Citi Group, Olympic athletes, and the US Air Force.   You can learn more about Kristen here: https://kristenulmer.com/   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Kristen Ulmer shares why current treatments for depression, anxiety, and other emotional issues are temporary solutions and how we can work with fear in order to create long-lasting results. Listen in as Kristen and I discuss why we need fear in our lives, why some people struggle with anxiety disorders and others do not, and how anger is like a popsicle. She also shares how you can change your relationship with fear in order to find peace.   Formerly the best extreme free skier in the world for 12 years, Kristen Ulmer is now a high-performance facilitator and author of the Art of Fear, a book that radically challenges existing norms about what to do about fear and anxiety. Working with groups and individuals all over the world, some of her clients and keynotes have included Google, Citi Group, Olympic athletes, and the US Air Force.   You can learn more about Kristen here: https://kristenulmer.com/   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Anthuan Maybank returns to discuss how in-the-moment adversity requires long-term mindset strategies. Listen in as Anthuan and I discuss how to elevate yourself to the level of your own expectations, how he learned to trust himself after an injury, and the common mistake of letting an adversity become your ceiling.   Olympic gold medalist Anthuan Maybank is hard to keep up with both on and off the track. He has proven his drive, adaptability, and time management skills in many ways over the course of his career, but his greatest strength lies in his ability to consistently motivate those around him.   His dedication to track and field elevated him to the world stage, winning gold at the 1995 World University Games in the 200 meter dash and 4x400 meter relay. He then took home gold again at the 1996 Olympic Games in the 4x400 meter relay.   Despite a packed schedule, Anthuan has not only concentrated on his own personal goals but has continually strived to improve the communities around him. He serves as the co-chair of the Marketing Committee for the National Academy of Finance benefiting youth college preparation at Howard High School. Through his business, Champion Body Strength Training, he has created a program to motivate youth called Building Outgoing Dynamic Youth (BODY). Furthermore, he leads week-long track programs for underprivileged youth at the St. Croix International Coaching Seminar and Clinic in the U.S. Virgin Islands and the Native Vision Sports and Life Skills Camp on the Navaho Reservation in Farmington, New Mexico.   You can connect with Anthuan here: https://www.facebook.com/championbody.strengthtraining   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you navigate adversity and strive for goals once you’ve achieved a dream? This week Anthuan Maybank shares his journey to Olympic gold and how the adversity he faced along the way prepared him to help others train and perform at their highest level. Listen in as Anthuan and I discuss athletics as a part of the identity, using sports to create opportunities as a youth, holding yourself accountable to your goals, and the lessons he learned as an Olympic athlete that still serve him today.   Olympic gold medalist Anthuan Maybank is hard to keep up with both on and off the track. He has proven his drive, adaptability, and time management skills in many ways over the course of his career, but his greatest strength lies in his ability to consistently motivate those around him.   His dedication to track and field elevated him to the world stage, winning gold at the 1995 World University Games in the 200 meter dash and 4x400 meter relay. He then took home gold again at the 1996 Olympic Games in the 4x400 meter relay.   Despite a packed schedule, Anthuan has not only concentrated on his own personal goals but has continually strived to improve the communities around him. He serves as the co-chair of the Marketing Committee for the National Academy of Finance benefiting youth college preparation at Howard High School. Through his business, Champion Body Strength Training, he has created a program to motivate youth called Building Outgoing Dynamic Youth (BODY). Furthermore, he leads week-long track programs for underprivileged youth at the St. Croix International Coaching Seminar and Clinic in the U.S. Virgin Islands and the Native Vision Sports and Life Skills Camp on the Navaho Reservation in Farmington, New Mexico.   You can connect with Anthuan here: https://www.facebook.com/championbody.strengthtraining   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Understanding the opportunities that lie within adversity is critical for long-term success. This week Nick Ralston shares his story of facing challenges by finding his authentic self and relying on his faith, work ethic and grit. Listen in as Nick shares his daily routine as an NFL athlete, the story of how pandemic isolation inspired a better version of himself, and how he continues to find the potential, whether he faces a win or loss.      Nick Ralston is a fullback for the Dallas Cowboys. He went to Arizona State, Louisiana, and he has overcome a lot of adversity to make it to the NFL. His story of going from underdog to professional athlete will inspire you.   Follow Nick on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/nickralston22   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Smith returns to discuss the weight of decisions and why taking action on a decision can leave us paralyzed in fear. Listen in as Jeff and I explore creating confidence through failure, optimizing your morning with discipline, the problem with being a natural born leader, and the real weight of working a 9 to 5.   Jeff Smith is an entrepreneur, husband, and father of four and a business performance coach and epic real estate investor. He currently leads two masterminds and enjoys RV traveling with his wife and kids. Jeff is also a proud veteran that served with the 75th ranger regiment, second battalion. You can learn more about how he helps others create a legacy through investment on the Tactical Empire podcast.   Follow Jeff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realjeffsmith/   You can listen to the Tactical Empire podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gr/podcast/the-tactical-empire/id1576598892   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Jeff Smith shares how his experience with the 75th Ranger Regiment allowed him to quickly identify priorities and overcome challenges in a tactical way. Listen in as Jeff and I explore how to dig deep to reach the next level of performance, what it means to live with intention, and the secret to creating a plan for what you truly want.   Jeff Smith is an entrepreneur, husband, and father of four and a business performance coach and epic real estate investor. He currently leads two masterminds and enjoys RV traveling with his wife and kids. Jeff is also a proud veteran that served with the 75th ranger regiment, second battalion. You can learn more about how he helps others create a legacy through investment on the Tactical Empire podcast.   You can listen to the Tactical Empire podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gr/podcast/the-tactical-empire/id1576598892   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Resilience develops through experience over time. This week Sara McMann reveals how her time spent as a wrestler, Olympian, and MMA competitor prepared her to be successful in the UFC. Listen in as Sara and I discuss how to identify and capitalize on natural skills, why being stubborn is a trait for success, and how being selective when having a competitive mindset can help you hone your abilities. Sara also explores how raising your personal standards attracts a higher caliber of people into your circle.   Sara McMann is an American Mixed Martial Artist who currently competes in the bantamweight division of the ultimate financial championship, the UFC, and is currently ranked number nine in that division.   McMann is a former Olympic wrestler and the first American woman in history to receive a silver medal at the Olympics, which she won in the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens, Greece, the birthplace of wrestling. She's also a world silver medalist and two-time bronze medalist as well as a brown belt under the legendary Marcelo Garcia.   Follow Sara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saramcmann   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.