Justin Narayan, the creative MasterChef Australia 2021 winner, shares his journey in the food industry as he crafts small-batch hot sauces and runs a pop-up taco shop. He discusses the power of daily journaling for personal growth and the beauty of finding awe in nature. Justin emphasizes the joy of engaging in activities you love and how cooking can deepen connections with others. He reflects on the complexities of success and the emotional challenges of culinary criticism, advocating for a joyful mindset in the kitchen.

Mark Manson, New York Times bestselling author of 'The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck,' shares his insights on personal growth and responsibility. He emphasizes that you are responsible for everything in your life, challenging listeners to embrace accountability. Manson also discusses the idea that there are no good or bad emotions, encouraging acceptance of all feelings. Rather than chasing happiness, he advocates for pursuing challenges, suggesting that personal fulfillment comes from overcoming obstacles.

In this engaging conversation, Cam Walker, known as Struthless, dives into his insights as an illustrator, author, and YouTuber. He introduces the 'RIGBY Rule,' a clever approach to enhancing communication in relationships, particularly as a new parent. Cam discusses the importance of reframing setbacks as opportunities for growth and stresses the value of feeling progress in daily life. He also highlights how creative engagement can bring joy and counter feelings of inadequacy, making a strong case for creativity amidst chaos.

Join bestselling author Ryan Holiday, known for 'The Obstacle Is the Way', as he shares his transformative rules for success and happiness. He emphasizes the importance of always being reading to gain timeless knowledge. Ryan stresses seeking out mentors for guidance, both formal and informal, to enhance personal growth. Finally, he discusses the balance of saying yes to opportunities while also knowing when to say no, highlighting how discernment is crucial for achieving your goals.

After a five-year break, the host dives back into podcasting with a new format focused on quick, actionable advice. Guests will share three essential rules that contributed to their success and happiness. The importance of consistency and community building in creating engaging content is emphasized. Exciting updates on a Patreon for exclusive content and a newsletter for weekly insights also make an appearance, sparking interest in the fresh approach to sharing wisdom.

Jordan Syatt is a world record powerlifter & strength coach.

Caroline Zook & I talk about our experiences with anxiety. Caroline is the co-founder of Wandering Aimfully. Support the show here: patreon.com/mattdavella

Jack Conte is the CEO of Patreon.

Paul Jarvis shares why you might want to rethink growth as the status quo, how social media has changed the way we think about success & the three questions you should ask yourself before working towards any goal. Find Paul here: http://pjrvs.com Get the full full interview here: patreon.com/mattdavella

Josh Janssen, from The Daily Talk Show, joins me to discuss waking up early, morning routines & why we care how others start their day. Get short weekly emails from me on minimalism, habits & productivity: mattdavella.com.