Behavior Gap Radio

Today's episode of Behavior Gap Radio takes you on a field adventure high in the Wasatch Mountains. Carl shares an insight: The ultimate shortcut lies in embracing activities resistant to hacks and shortcuts. Carl challenges listeners to invest in endeavors that demand dedication and perseverance over time, transcending the allure of quick fixes. Tune in to discover the power of committing to the long haul and finding fulfillment in the journey itself!Carl released a series of five episodes from Behavior Gap Radio on using a lifestyle business to create freedom in your life. You'll hear Carl's thoughts on what it means to use a lifestyle business to optimize for freedom in your life and get a behind-the-scenes look at the tools we use around here at Behavior Gap to optimize for freedom. Carl also created a list of must-read resources to dive deeper into the material. Just tell us where to send you the episodes! https://behaviorgap.com/radio/lifestyle-business/

Carl celebrates the incredible milestone of over 1.3 million downloads, highlighting the power of compounding in the podcast's success! Want more from Carl? Get the shortest, most impactful weekly email on the web! Sign up for the Weekly Letter from Certified Financial Planner™ and New York Times columnist Carl Richards here: https://behaviorgap.com/

Today, Carl dives into a big question: What gets you really excited? He takes inspiration from a quote by Dr. Howard Thurman and talks about how cool it is to follow what truly lights you up in life. Instead of just doing what everyone else expects or what society says is important, Carl suggests we should chase after the stuff that makes us feel alive inside! Imagine a world full of people doing what they love—that's the world Carl is aiming for. Tune in for a fresh take on finding our purpose and feeling alive in everything we do!Carl released a series of five episodes from Behavior Gap Radio on finding and doing Your Thing. Carl believes that everyone has a Thing they are uniquely suited to do! It turns out that Your Thing is uncovered by learning to be yourself. Come along with him. Just tell us where to send the series: https://behaviorgap.com/radio/the-personal-thing-series/

In this episode, Carl shares a personal anecdote of a morning adventure. As he takes a journey on a familiar trail, he reflects on the abundance of micro adventures of awe and wonder awaiting just outside of our doorsteps. From sunrise vistas to simple moments of connection, Carl invites listeners to invest their time, energy, and attention in these small yet profound experiences. Savor the micro adventures of wonder and awe that surround you each day!

Carl explores the profound impact of simply showing up for those we care about, especially in times of pain or struggle. Drawing from personal experiences, Carl emphasizes the invaluable investment of being there for others. He uses the mantra to "err on the side of presence" as a beacon of genuine connection and support in our relationships and communities.

Exploring the pitfalls of the desire for certainty and how it can lead to denying truths, stressing the importance of uncertainty in the complexity of human existence as discussed in Robert Greene's book Mastery.

Exploring the significance of money as an interface for human values and trauma, emphasizing the need to heal the money interface for individual and societal wholeness

Discover the unexpected surprises and plot twists that uncertainty in life can bring, similar to the enjoyment found in movies and novels. Embrace the value of uncertainty for authenticity and richness in life, as discussed through the speaker's personal experiences.

Exploring the interplay between capital (time, money, energy, attention) and values, discussing the importance of feedback mechanisms for error correction. Addressing inauthentic behavior by aligning actions with values, emphasizing the benefits of genuine feedback to promote self-awareness and authenticity.

Delving into the complexities of social status and self-perception, the podcast explores feelings of embarrassment and societal pressures related to driving an old car. With a twist involving a famous actor, listeners are prompted to consider their honest emotions in situations of perceived judgment.