The BluePrint with Dr. Erik Korem

High Performance Consulting
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Jul 29, 2024 • 8min

#488. Finding Stability & Joy in Chaos with Malcolm Marshall

Uncover the secrets to finding joy in challenging circumstances with Pastor Malcolm Marshall, lead chaplain for the NBA's Houston Rockets. In this inspiring episode, we explore the profound difference between joy and happiness, and how to cultivate genuine joy in our lives and work. Malcolm shares his experiences in ministry and as a father, offering practical wisdom on shifting perspectives and fostering gratitude. We delve into strategies for building resilient teams and combating entitlement in our modern world. Learn: The crucial distinction between joy and happiness How to find joy during difficult times Practical ways to shift perspective in your team The impact of service and volunteering on personal growth Strategies for cultivating gratitude in daily life Connect with Malcolm on Instagram & X Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Quotable moments: "Joy is stability on the inside, regardless of what's happening on the outside." - Malcolm Marshall "There is no external wind that can ever satisfy an internal need." - Malcolm Marshall "There are really only three things that cause people change: pain, perspective, and having no other choice." - Malcolm Marshall "Getting them out of what I like to call the bubble of Americana, it actually helped our kids realize there was some entitlement." - Malcolm Marshall ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 26, 2024 • 7min

#487. The Decision-Making Framework that Made Jeff Bezos $100 Billion

I reveal the decision-making framework that helped Jeff Bezos build a $100 billion empire. In this episode, I dive into the power of strategic thinking and how it can transform your life and career. Learn: How poor decisions can negatively impact various aspects of your life The importance of transitioning from acquiring knowledge to applying wisdom Why having a solid decision-making process is crucial for high performance How to use the "regret minimization framework" in your own choices The story behind Bezos' decision to start Amazon Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free   Quotable moments: "Great decisions don't happen by accident. It's the application of knowledge into wisdom." - Dr. Erik Korem "If you want to live a high-performance life, if you want to be more adaptable to stress, you need to build the conditions for adaptability." - Dr. Erik Korem "I want to have minimized the number of regrets I have." - Jeff Bezos "As I get older, I put a premium on my decision making." - Dr. Erik Korem ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 24, 2024 • 17min

#486. Election Season Survival Guide: Dr. Gail Saltz's Strategies to Stay Informed Without Losing Your Mind

Feeling tense about the current political climate and upcoming election? You're not alone. In this timely episode, psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz shares strategies to help you regulate your mental health amidst the divisive rhetoric and constant media coverage. Dr. Saltz explains: The toll that disturbing news visuals and messaging can take on mental wellbeing How to set healthy boundaries around media consumption to reduce anxiety The difference between normal anxiety and an anxiety disorder How anxiety disorders cause your world to shrink and the power of exposure therapy Practical tips to manage election season stress and maintain perspective If you find yourself getting wrapped up in political negativity or catastrophic thinking, tune in to learn how to protect your peace of mind while staying informed. “How Can I Help?” podcast. Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Quotable moments: "I do think that the news in general has definitely taken a toll on people's mental health at large. And I don't think it matters what side of the political spectrum you're on." - Dr. Gail Saltz "If you're really feeling plagued, try to avoid people who are big catastrophizers because they're going to stay very glued to this stuff. It might not be bringing them pleasure, but they are wrapped in it in a way that they maybe can't see their way out of." - Dr. Gail Saltz "Anxiety disorders, your world gets smaller and smaller. Which is why the treatment has to do with exposure, because the more that you do, the more you desensitize yourself to the thing that you're afraid of and you regrow your world." - Dr. Gail Saltz ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 22, 2024 • 6min

#485. Mastering the Mental Reset: Dr. Alex Auerbach's Release, Reset, & Refocus Strategy for Overcoming Pickleball Mistakes

Learn how to bounce back from mistakes and maintain a winning mindset on the pickleball court with Dr. Alex Auerbach, former Senior Director of Wellness and Development for the Toronto Raptors. In this episode, Dr. Auerbach shares his tried-and-true strategies for letting go of errors, refocusing on the present moment, and avoiding the pitfalls of over-analysis during a game. Discover how to: Give yourself permission to deal with mistakes at the appropriate time Use physical and verbal cues to consciously release errors Reset your focus and bring yourself back into the present moment Refocus your attention on what's important now (WIN) Whether you're a recreational player looking to maintain composure or a competitive athlete striving for mental resilience, Dr. Auerbach's insights will help you develop a powerful mindset for overcoming setbacks on the pickleball court. Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Get Dr. Auerbach’s Performance Newsletter & connect on X & LinkedIn Quotable moments: Very rarely should you deal with a mistake during a game. That's what film review is for. That's what after action review is for. That's what coaching is for during the game." - Dr. Alex Auerbach "If you find yourself playing a point over and over in your head, you're kicking yourself because you messed something up. That's a sign that you need practice, giving yourself permission to deal with it at an appropriate time." - Dr. Alex Auerbach ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 19, 2024 • 10min

#484. Pre-Workout & Energy Drinks, Caffeine, and Nootropics. What You Need to Know with Alan Aragon

Get the scoop on pre-workout supplements and energy drinks from expert nutrition researcher Alan Aragon. In this episode, Alan breaks down the science behind these popular products, discussing the key active ingredients, safety considerations, and how to optimize your caffeine intake for performance without going overboard. You'll also learn about the current research on nootropics and cognitive enhancers and why getting enough sleep might be the ultimate brain booster. Discover: The main active ingredient in most pre-workout supplements How to calculate your total daily caffeine intake to stay within safe limits Why energy drinks can be problematic for sleep-deprived adolescents and young adults The potential therapeutic vs. ergogenic effects of nootropics Alan's personal "pre-workout" recipe and supplement philosophy Use the code BLUEPRINT to save 20% on BUBs products. Use this link to save → BUBs Link Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Alan Aragon’s Research Review Flexible Dieting Connect with Alan on Instagram, X, or LinkedIn Quotable moments: "The main player in that ensemble [of pre-workout ingredients] is going to be caffeine." - Alan Aragon "I enjoy being able to crack jokes about the third scoop. You know, you can tell when someone's on the third scoop, they're like sort of methed out." - Alan Aragon "I think [nootropics] might better apply to people who have some degree of cognitive decline, rather than giving healthy people superhuman cognitive and neurological powers." - Alan Aragon ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 17, 2024 • 6min

#483. 3 Forces Ruining or Improving Your Life

In this episode, I examine the 3 forces that are shaping our lives and how we need to engage in “counter-formation” as described in the book “Practicing the Way” by John Mark Comer. Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Quotable moments: "Most of our reality is shaped by the narrative that's going on in our heads." - Dr. Erik Korem "Without accountability and somebody that can call you out on your stuff, you're going to be living a false narrative." - Dr. Erik Korem "The question you need to ask is, are the habits I'm engaged in forming me or really counter forming me into the person I desire to become?" - Dr. Erik Korem "We become like the people we do life with." - John Mark Comer (quoted by Dr. Erik Korem) ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 15, 2024 • 11min

#482. Is Social Media Rewiring Our Brains? Dr. Tommy Wood Explains

Is social media harming our mental and physical health? Dr. Tommy Wood, a neuroscientist and performance consultant to world-class athletes, explores the complex effects of social media on our well-being. In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Wood breaks down the latest research on social media's impact on mental health, particularly in adolescents. He delves into the physiological effects of social stress and isolation, drawing parallels between our ancestral past and our hyper-connected present. Learn: How social media affects adolescent mental health The physiological impact of social stress and isolation Links between social media use and immune function Strategies to safeguard yourself from negative effects Balancing the benefits and drawbacks of social platforms Check out Dr. Wood’s Newsletter Brain.Fitness Connect with Dr. Wood on Instagram or LinkedIn Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Quotable moments: "There used to be this U-shaped curve of happiness with age... But now that's kind of been lost, and adolescents are less happy than they have been two or three decades ago." - Dr. Tommy Wood "When we are socially stressed or socially isolated, you activate this evolutionarily conserved shift in the autonomic and immune systems, and then that can affect our health long-term." - Dr. Tommy Wood "When you're on social media all the time... we're constantly comparing ourselves to others and we're demoting ourselves in our head socially." - Dr. Tommy Wood "You get used to a pattern of distraction, and then you start to distract yourself, even if you're not getting that distraction coming in." - Dr. Tommy Wood ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 12, 2024 • 9min

#481. Recharge Faster: Dr. Gail Saltz's Mindfulness Tips for Making the Most of Vacation

Want to make the most of your vacation time and truly recharge? In this episode, psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz shares practical tips to help you get into vacation mode faster and be more present in the moment. Dr. Saltz explains: The importance of staying present for managing stress and preventing burnout Mindfulness practices that are backed by data and biology How to use your senses to absorb restorative moments on vacation Techniques to recall peaceful memories when you're in stressful situations The power of gratitude and appreciating special moments with loved ones If you struggle to unwind on vacation or find yourself missing out on meaningful experiences, tune in to learn mindfulness strategies to make the most of your time off. “How Can I Help?” podcast. Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Quotable moments: "Staying in the present helps you with anxiety. It helps you with mood. It helps you with burnout." - Dr. Gail Saltz "Let me take in photographically how this looks to me. And let me listen to how the birds sound right now. Let me smell the pine trees that I'm smelling right now. And then I take all that, and I say, this is something I'm going to use when I'm in a stressed out situation." - Dr. Gail Saltz "At the end of the day, it's pretty rare the person who has regrets that are related to 'wish I'd worked harder at work.' They're usually about relationships and feeling attended to that." - Dr. Gail Saltz ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 10, 2024 • 25min

#480. Resilience Over Optimization: Why Biohacking & Big Data Isn’t the Answer with Dr. Tommy Wood

Are wearables and health tracking apps really helping us optimize our health, or could they be causing more harm than good? Dr. Tommy Wood, a neuroscientist and performance consultant to world-class athletes, challenges common assumptions about health optimization and data-driven wellness. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Wood shares insights from his experience in elite sports, neuroscience research, and digital health to reveal the potential downsides of our obsession with health data and optimization. He offers a more balanced approach to using technology for health improvement while avoiding common pitfalls. Learn: How wearables can negatively impact sleep and performance Why more health data doesn't necessarily lead to better outcomes How to use health tech effectively without becoming obsessed The importance of building resilience over constant optimization A smarter approach to personalized health improvement Check out Dr. Wood’s Newsletter Brain.Fitness Connect with Dr. Wood on Instagram or LinkedIn Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Quotable moments: "I literally cannot tell you the number of times where an athlete or a client has been given access to these tools and has just completely spun out from this huge amount of data that they do not understand." - Dr. Tommy Wood "More information does not drive behavior change. We need to figure out how to create scalable solutions to support behavior change." - Dr. Tommy Wood "We're trying to create this state of optimal continuously. Like, you can be optimal all day, every day. And there are a few issues with this." - Dr. Tommy Wood "What we really want is we want to be able to perform and feel good despite suboptimal conditions." - Dr. Tommy Wood ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 8, 2024 • 14min

#479. Love & Self-Control in Leadership | NBA Chaplain Malcolm Marshall Reveals the Secret Sauce

Discover the power of love in leadership with Pastor Malcolm Marshall, lead chaplain for the NBA's Houston Rockets. In this eye-opening episode, we explore the true meaning of love and its role in building strong teams and relationships. Malcolm shares his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a multi-faceted minister and nationally known recording artist. We dive deep into the complexities of love, self-control, and effective leadership in today's world. Learn: How to define and practice love in leadership Ways to cultivate self-control as a leader The importance of self-awareness in leadership Strategies for building trust within teams How to navigate disagreements while maintaining relationships Connect with Malcolm on Instagram & X Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Book Erik for your next event Start AIM7 for Free Quotable moments: "Love is a conscious decision to serve another person with the understanding that it may not be reciprocated." - Malcolm Marshall "Loving someone does not mean you have to agree with them." - Malcolm Marshall "Self-control is primarily rooted in our prefrontal cortex... it isn't fully developed until we're about 24 or 25 years old." - Malcolm Marshall "If you really want to cultivate greater self control as a leader, get candid with yourself and then get community around yourself." - Malcolm Marshall ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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