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Brad and Steve break down one of the most important principles for sustainable excellence and mastery without burning out: You get 24 to 48 hours to celebrate the win or grieve the defeat, but then it’s time to get back to doing the work itself. After success, getting back to the work humbles you. After failure, getting back to the work builds motivation. Either way, it’s the best medicine.You can find the episode on:iTunes and Apple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidStitcherPlease write a review on Apple Podcasts and help new listeners discover the show!Find Brad and Steve on Twitter: @Bstulberg and @stevemagnessCheck out our exclusive community offers on Patreon here.The post The 24 to 48 Hour Rule appeared first on The Growth Equation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to this special bonus issue. Steve does his best revisionist history impression, telling you the story of Paul Bear Bryant's famous Junction Boys football camp, while discussing the origins of ‘old school toughness.'This is adapted from Steve's new book Do Hard Things, which you can buy wherever books are sold!You can find the episode on:iTunes and Apple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidStitcherPlease write a review on Apple Podcasts and help new listeners discover the show!Find Brad and Steve on Twitter: @Bstulberg and @stevemagnessCheck out our exclusive community offers on Patreon here.The post BONUS: Sink or Swim, Survive or Thrive appeared first on The Growth Equation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brad and Steve discuss different models for working with others, ranging from permissive to authoritarian and everything in between. They explore the research on what works best for specific situations, and translate that into practical take-aways.You can find the episode on:iTunes and Apple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidStitcherPlease write a review on Apple Podcasts and help new listeners discover the show!Find Brad and Steve on Twitter: @Bstulberg and @stevemagnessCheck out our exclusive community offers on Patreon here.The post A Better Way to Think About Coaching, Parenting, and Leading appeared first on The Growth Equation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A discussion on consistency, intensity, and the tradeoffs between the two. The big topics discussed include how small steps compounded over time lead to big gains; why it is so tempting to over-do intensity and under-do consistency; how to determine a seven or eight out of ten and differentiate it from a nine or ten out of ten; and when it makes sense to go to the well. This one is jam packed with lots of interesting concepts and practical applications. Don't miss it!You can find the episode on:iTunes and Apple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidStitcherPlease write a review on Apple Podcasts and help new listeners discover the show!Find Brad and Steve on Twitter: @Bstulberg and @stevemagnessCheck out our exclusive community offers on Patreon here.The post Consistency Over Intensity appeared first on The Growth Equation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brad and Steve discuss the importance of knowing when to persist or quit in different situations. They explore the challenges of finding a job that provides meaning, belonging, boundaries, and good pay. The myth of Sisyphus is used as a metaphor to understand when to walk away from endless struggles. The distinction between knowledge and wisdom in relation to grit is examined, emphasizing the importance of recognizing when it's time to move on.

In this behind-the-scenes podcast, Brad interviews Steve on his new book Do Hard Things. Where did the idea for the book come from? How do you go from an idea of “fake toughness” to a fleshed-out framework for the real thing? What are the biggest myths about resilience that trip people up? How do you know when to keeping going versus quit? All of these questions and more are answered in this week’s podcast.It’s your final chance to receive pre-order bonuses for Do Hard Things! Check them out here.1. Order a copy2. Fill out this form to receive your free bonuses!Don’t miss out and get your copy today!You can find the episode on:iTunes and Apple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidStitcher Please write a review on Apple Podcasts and help new listeners discover the show!Find Brad and Steve on Twitter: @Bstulberg and @stevemagnessCheck out our exclusive community offers on Patreon here.The Atlantic story on primate science mentioned in the show is here.Steve's interview with Rich Roll, where he goes into detail on his experience as a whistle blower, is here.The post Resilience, Grit, Toughness and Learning How to Do Hard Things appeared first on The Growth Equation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brad and Steve are joined by Kyle Klechenko, co-founder, co-owner, and head coach at Strength Ratio, to discuss his new e-book, “Building Foundations: Prioritize Your Health and Well-Being.” The trio discuss the latest science and nuance behind physical activity guidelines, nutrition, sleep, substance-use, bloodwork, pain management, and more. This is a must-listen: it lays out a nice, comprehensive framework for setting yourself up for optimal health and longevity without becoming a stress-cadet about it.You can find the episode on:iTunes and Apple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidStitcherNotes and Resources:Download the Foundations eBook here.More on Kyle and Strength Ratio here.Check out our exclusive community bonuses on Patreon.Please write a review on Apple Podcasts and help new listeners discover the show!Find Brad and Steve on Twitter: @Bstulberg and @stevemagnessThe post 7 Key Guidelines for Health and Longevity appeared first on The Growth Equation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Some people love to grind and work long days and on the weekends.  Some people like never to work outside of traditional hours. Some people  like to brag about how much they work. Other people like to brag about  how little they work. When should we work? Is there such a thing as too  much work? Too little work? Our good friend, colleague, and always  critical thinker Cal Newport (author of Deep Work, Digital Minimalism, and A World Without Email) joins  us for a wide-ranging discussion on work. Part philosophical theory,  part cultural critique, and part pragmatic, this episode is for everyone  who “works,” which, as you'll see, is all of us.Brad's blog post on the topic is here.More on Cal Newport, his podcast, and his books is here.You can find the episodes on:iTunes and Apple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidStitcherPlease write a review on Apple Podcasts and help new listeners discover the show! Find Brad and Steve on Twitter: @Bstulberg and @stevemagnessCheck out our exclusive community offers on Patreon here.The post Re-Listen: CAL NEWPORT on The Moral Weight of Working, Not Working, and Bragging About Both appeared first on The Growth Equation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the NBA finals here, Brad and Steve use the championship series as a jumping off point to discuss the power of well-oiled teams, where there is both dependence and independence. They contrast this with so-called “super teams” that are made up of all-star individuals. While the duo starts out with a discussion on sports, they end with two universal principles for developing and leading great teams regardless of the arena.You can find the episode on:iTunes and Apple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidStitcherNotes and Resources:Check out our exclusive community bonuses on Patreon.Please write a review on Apple Podcasts and help new listeners discover the show!Find Brad and Steve on Twitter: @Bstulberg and @stevemagnessThe post Truly Great Teams Versus “Super Teams” appeared first on The Growth Equation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is mental health awareness month, and it is a topic near and dear to our hearts. Mental health and its opposite (mental illness) affects just about everyone at one point or another. On this episode, we detail eleven key concepts for mental health, all based on evidence and with concrete applications and practices.You can find the episode on:iTunes and Apple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidStitcherNotes and Resources:You are Not a Rock by Mark FreemanCheck out our exclusive community bonuses on Patreon.Get a copy of The Practice of Groundedness!Please write a review on Apple Podcasts and help new listeners discover the show!Find Brad and Steve on Twitter: @Bstulberg and @stevemagnessThe post 11 Concepts for Mental Health appeared first on The Growth Equation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.