Get Yourself Optimized

In this episode, you'll learn more about our problematic addiction to sugar (as well as what you can do about it) with celebrity nutrition expert JJ Virgin. JJ is the person who people go to when they're ready to finally lose weight and transform their health and lives. Tune in to learn how to drop sugar, change your life, and feel better than you ever imagined! I can personally attest to how much difference it makes when you (mostly) quit sugar, so I can't recommend this episode highly enough. Find Out More About JJ Here: JJ VirginJJ Virgin StoreJJ Virgin on FacebookJJ Virgin on InstagramJJ Virgin on Twitter In This Episode: [02:39] - What, exactly, is wrong with sugar? [04:15] - JJ talks about the problem with all-natural sugars such as honey. [06:19] - We learn what happens when we eat a candy bar or drink a soda. As she answers, JJ shares her surprise that candy bars are still available for sale. [08:56] - JJ talks about why fructose is the worst of all. [12:07] - JJ takes a moment to rant about the WIC program for underprivileged children in schools, which provides apple juice. [13:17] - Do artificial sweeteners also increase your risk of diabetes and the other diseases that JJ has been talking about? [15:30] - Which are the worst, and the least-toxic, of the artificial sweeteners? JJ points out that they're all bad, and recommends some natural options instead. [16:56] - Exposure equals preference, JJ points out. [18:16] - The first step in getting off the hamster wheel and getting off your addiction to sugar is wanting to do so, JJ explains, then offers more advice on getting off of sugar. [22:01] - JJ talks about eating cantaloupe, watermelon, grapefruit, and other fruits typically considered healthy. [23:15] - Stephan mentions something that was helpful for him when he got off of sugar, which was going cold turkey. [25:46] - What's the process for going from being a sugar burner to being a fat burner? [28:51] - Stephan points out how much of eating and snacking is based in habit rather than hunger. [30:34] - Is there such a thing as healthy snacking, and what kind of healthy snacks would JJ recommend? [32:52] - JJ talks about whether she recommends people take food sensitivity tests. [37:11] - Is there a particular gut microbiome test that JJ recommends? [39:39] - JJ shares her thoughts on kombucha, a supposedly healthy drink that has sugar in it. [41:00] - What sorts of genetics tests does JJ recommend? [43:19] - We learn about the problems with drinking water from plastic containers. [47:15] - JJ discusses what to do with the specific information on body composition that you can get from a smart scale. [49:05] - JJ offers some of her tips for taking care of yourself while traveling. [50:29] - Does JJ believe in water fasts, or detoxing by taking food completely out of the diet every so often? Links and Resources: JJ Virgin JJ Virgin Store JJ Virgin on Facebook JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on Twitter The Virgin Diet by JJ Virgin The Virgin Diet Cookbook by JJ Virgin JJ Virgin's Sugar Impact Diet by JJ Virgin JJ Virgin's Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook by JJ Virgin WIC program Immuno Labs Jeffrey Zavik on the Optimized Geek Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory (DSL) 23andMe Simplified Genetics Kurt Johnson on the Optimized Geek PathwayFit Lissa Rankin's TEDx talk  

Tamsen Webster, an acclaimed keynote speaker, idea whisperer, and change strategist, is here today. Tamsen brings 20 years of marketing experience and 13 years as a Weight Watchers leader together to create a new public speaking concept. Her revolutionary "red thread" may be exactly what you need to take your speaking to the next level. So if you're ready to become a better communicator and speaker, especially when presenting to groups, you're in the right place! Find Out More About Tamsen Here: @tamadear on Twitter @TamsenWebster on Facebook TamsenWebster.com Find the Red Thread on YouTube In This Episode: [02:38] - What would be a good initial story or case example that Tamsen wants to share about taking speaking (or your life) to another level? [06:00] - Tamsen came to a mantra: "check your dignity at the door." She explains what this means to her. [07:31] - We learn how Tamsen starting her own business changed the role of speaking in her job. [11:24] - Tamsen would never suggest not rehearsing, she explains, but rehearsal takes many forms. [15:42] - Stephan thinks that personal stories are critically important because they humanize you for your audience, he explains. [16:52] - Does Tamsen show people a "before" picture from when she was 50 pounds overweight? [20:04] - There are two approaches to sharing your big signature story, Stephan points out. He then talks about a stem cell therapy procedure that he and his wife, Orion, did together. [24:07] - Some of us are wired in different ways, Tamsen explains, and ties this concept to the idea of serving a greater purpose. [29:12] - When Tamsen is working with her clients, she's incorporating things that she has learned that works, without squashing their personal style. [30:07] - Let's talk about Tamsen's concept of the red thread! She explains what the red thread is, and how she came up with it. She then goes into depth about how it works, why it works, and why you would want to use it. [38:20] - Tamsen realized that if she could get people to answer her set of questions, she could accomplish several things simultaneously. [40:07] - Stephan recaps what Tamsen has said about the red thread, including the five parts that it includes. [42:23] - Tamsen responds to what Stephan has been saying, pointing out one of the reasons that we're often unsuccessful in getting our ideas across. [46:25] - Stephan takes a moment to rave about Tamsen's skill in unfolding a story and connecting the dots. [46:46] - Tamsen explains the origins of the name "the red thread" that she uses to describe her concept. [47:59] - For Stephan, the catalyst for all the changes he made in his life was when he completed a fire walk. [52:16] - We hear Stephan's thoughts about what Tamsen has just been saying about the moment of shift. [53:16] - There are still other people out there fighting the monsters we've already figured out how to slay, Tamsen points out. [55:27] - How can listeners work with Tamsen, and where should they go to find her? Links and Resources: @tamadear on Twitter @TamsenWebster on Facebook TamsenWebster.com Find the Red Thread on YouTube Tamsen Webster on Marketing Speak Blake Snyder Dr. Harry Adelson on the Optimized Geek Bulletproof Conference Dave Asprey on the Optimized Geek Orion Talmay Tony Robbins Unleash the Power Within  

This is such a special episode that I have two guests instead of just one! Dr. Eric Pearl is a pioneer in the field of energy healing, and the author of The Reconnection: Heal Others, Heal Yourself. The book has become an international bestseller and is now available in 40 languages. Jillian Fleer is Dr. Pearl's co-instructor for their various programs. Together, they'll explain how reconnective healing works, why it doesn't require training or rules, and how much it's backed by science. Find Out More About Eric and Jillian Here: The Reconnection Dr. Eric Pearl - The Reconnection on Facebook The Reconnection on Instagram @TheReconnection on Twitter About Dr. Eric Pearl About Jillian Fleer Jillian Kalish Fleer on Facebook In This Episode: [02:00] - What is reconnective healing all about, and how does it work? [03:58] - Eric explains what it looks like when someone is getting healed through reconnective healing. [05:38] - Jillian steps in to explain reconnective healing from her perspective, and how the reconnective healing frequencies are distinguishable from what we call "energy" as we know it." [07:58] - We hear in more depth about the differences between reconnective healing and energy that Jillian just mentioned. [11:41] - What would Eric tell someone who's skeptical about this kind of healing and is closed off to the possibility? [13:21] - Stephan responds to Eric's answer about how to reach someone who is skeptical, sharing his own perspective on the topic. [14:10] - Jillian explains why they don't need to worry about "smiley faces or frowny faces," as Stephan has just put it. [16:37] - The divine is not a belief, but an experience, Stephan explains. [18:33] - Jillian loves the way Stephan has just explained receiving reconnective healing. [20:12] - With reconnective healing, people get very involved in "how do I do it?", Eric points out. But there are no how-tos, no steps, no procedures, and no techniques. [22:26] - Eric compares and contrasts other kinds of healing with reconnective healing, explaining where it fits in the spectrum. [25:16] - A lot of it has to do with not directing it, Jillian says, then clarifies what she means by this. [26:44] - If there's no technique, how does one know they're going to a good practitioner who can actually deliver results? [30:57] - Some of us may take on our health challenges for the learning and evolution of those close to us, Eric explains. Jillian then points out that there's a system of oneness that "just is" in reconnective healing. [34:30] - Jillian mentions their course, Reconnective Healing Online Essentials. She and Stephan then take a moment to rave about Thinkific. [35:41] - Eric talks about the book Science Confirms Reconnective Healing by Dr. Konstantin Korotkov. He then talks about the scientific support for reconnective healing. [37:06] - Stephan interrupts for a moment to recommend listening to the episode with Jacob Liberman if you're interested in light. [38:31] - We hear about how Stephan got a better experience of his own theta brain waves. [40:30] - Eric shares his take on different types of brain waves, and what they mean for healing. [44:29] - Eric lists some of the places and dates where he and Jillian will be teaching throughout this year. [45:17] - We hear more about some of the benefits of taking the online program that Eric and Jillian have previously mentioned. [47:44] - Stephan shares a story of blessing someone who he hadn't thought about or been in contact with for years. [49:22] - Jillian takes a moment to talk about Eric's book. [52:26] - We're perfect the way we are, Jillian says. She then shares a story about the tie between reconnective healing and believing that you are enough. [55:05] - With reconnective healing, once you learn to facilitate it, you find that your most recent healings are always the most exciting ones. [56:57] - Jillian discusses the definition of "healing." Eric then offers the example of a hypothetical child or adult with cerebral palsy. [62:23] - Where can listeners take the next step to learn more or work with Eric and Jillian? Links and Resources: The Reconnection Dr. Eric Pearl - The Reconnection on Facebook The Reconnection on Instagram @TheReconnection on Twitter About Dr. Eric Pearl About Jillian Fleer Jillian Kalish Fleer on Facebook Conscious Life Expo Donny Epstein's Transformational Gate Robert Allen on the Optimized Geek Adam Siddiq on the Optimized Geek Dr. Harry Adelson on the Optimized Geek Reconnective Healing Online Essentials Thinkific Jacob Liberman on the Optimized Geek 40 Years of Zen Chris Keane on the Optimized Geek Dr. Joe Dispenza Oneness University Marianne Williamson  

Rabbi Daniel Lapin is here to talk about the fascinating connection between spirituality and financial abundance. These things may not immediately seem connected, but as you'll hear, they're intimately related. If you want to have financial abundance, the trick isn't to want money itself. You need to create an environment in which you enter into mutually beneficial situations. Rabbi Lapin will share his deep and powerful insight into how matters of the spirit relate to finances, and offer solid advice for how to achieve financial fulfillment. Find Out More About Daniel Here: Rabbi Daniel Lapin Rabbi Daniel Lapin on Facebook @DanielLapin on Twitter In This Episode: [01:55] - Daniel talks about the intersection of finance and spirituality, because people tend to treat them as completely separate. He also discusses the disproportionate success with money amongst Jewish people as opposed to other groups. [05:06] - Daniel clarifies what he means by "physical" and "spiritual" so we can all be on the same page regarding those terms. [07:18] - What is money? Daniel digs into this question and the importance of establishing the nature of money. [12:05] - Stephan is reminded of a previous episode with Yehuda Ashkenazi in which they talked about money as energy. [12:45] - Daniel likes being very specific and tangible when it comes to money, he explains. [14:33] - What would Daniel say to people who tell themselves unhelpful stories about money? In his answer, he talks about the necessity of trust in the relationship of transactions. [20:32] - We hear Daniel's thoughts on people in the pursuit of money seeing money as win-lose instead of win-win. [22:57] - The Hebrew word for prayer is a reflexive verb, Daniel explains. [24:21] - How would Daniel define prosperity? In his answer, he points out that wealth and poverty are terms that make sense for animals, but not for human beings, because they're relative terms. [29:05] - We hear Daniel's thoughts on the differentiation between tithing and giving to the homeless. [30:56] - Daniel shares a question that someone asked him about the most beneficial way of distributing money. [33:14] - Where does the 10% number for tithing come from? [34:40] - We learn about Daniel's ten commandments for making money in a sustainable way that benefits others. [40:33] - Stephan asks one last question: why does Daniel say that one should never retire? The answer involves forming a genuine relationship with the people you have financial transactions with. [43:42] - Daniel lists some of the places where listeners can learn more from (or about) him. Links and Resources: Rabbi Daniel Lapin Rabbi Daniel Lapin on Facebook @DanielLapin on Twitter American Alliance of Jews and Christians America's Real War Thou Shall Prosper Business Secrets From the Bible Ancient Jewish Wisdom Yehuda Ashkenazi on the Optimized Geek Keith Cunningham Jay Abraham Prosperity Power: Connect for Succe$$  

In this transformational conversation with Kristen Ulmer, you'll learn how to dance with your fears. You'll learn how to talk to your feelings of fear in a way that honors yourself instead of rejecting part of yourself. Kristen is a true expert on fear. She was recognized as the best female big mountain extreme skier in the world for twelve years and was voted the most fearless woman athlete in North America. As you'll learn, though, she isn't fearless. Instead, she knows how to appreciate fear in a healthy, productive way. Find Out More About Kristen Here: Kristenulmer.comKristen Ulmer on FacebookKristen Ulmer on Instagram In This Episode: [02:17] - What was Kristen's impetus to write about fear? She answers, then addresses how she balances fear and flow. [06:18] - Kristen addresses the question of what unraveled for her after ten years of ignoring fear. [10:33] - "Whatever you won't look at is the key to freedom," Kristen explains as she discusses what she did after having her revelation about fear. [11:54] - What's the process for repairing your relationship with fear? In her answer, she lists four distinctly different ways that people deal with fear. [16:14] - Kristen discusses what she would say to someone who argues that lots of what we fear will never come to pass, so fear is a waste of energy. [18:53] - We hear more about the significance of Kristen's analogy of fear being locked away in the basement. [21:15] - Whatever fear feels, you feel, Kristen points out. Whatever you feel toward fear, you also feel toward yourself. [24:14] - Kristen gives an example of how she tries to talk to fear now, instead of telling it that she hates it and wants it gone. [25:58] - Stephan takes a moment to share his experience with tapping and how it allowed him to do things that he had previously felt too much fear about. [28:00] - Tapping is great and successful for getting you through a difficult moment, Kristen explains. She then offers a healthier alternative that doesn't suppress fear or push it off to deal with later. [33:28] - Stephan shares his reactions to the tool or strategy that Kristen has just suggested, comparing it to the concept of letting the tiger devour you. [35:44] - Our language is important in how we look at fear, Kristen explains. [38:48] - Is Susan Jeffers' message about "feel the fear and do it anyway" is in conflict with what Kristen is saying, or is it part of the same message? [39:50] - Kristen explains why it's important to feel your fear instead of think about your fear, or even think about feeling your fear. [44:29] - Most people who come across as fearless, or who are doing big things in their lives, are blocking out their fear. Kristen reiterates that this only works for about ten years. [47:03] - Kristen points out that fear lies behind many different shadow voices, such as guilt, unworthiness, and shame. [49:19] - What are some exercises that Kristen would recommend to help people stay meta-aware when it comes to fear? [52:03] - Fear isn't what holds you back; it's your resistance to fear, or your unwillingness to feel it, that holds you back. Stephan then shares his own experience with the power of words. [55:09] - In response to Stephan's story about his stem cell procedure, Kristen shares the only experience with doing the procedure without anesthesia. [58:53] - How can listeners learn more about Kristen or work with her directly? Links and Resources: kristenulmer.com Kristen Ulmer on Facebook Kristen Ulmer on Instagram The Art of Fear by Kristen Ulmer Ravé Mehta on the Optimized Geek Tony Robbins Tapping Oneness University The Tools by Phil Stutz and Barry Michels Feel the Fear… and Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers Dr. Harry Adelson on the Optimized Geek  

Today, Brian Hoyer joins me for an in-depth discussion on EMFs and their health effects. He uses EMF shielding as a primary tool in his wellness practice, and has toured the country doing workshops. In the last year alone, he did EMF inspections in over a hundred homes. In our conversation, he'll explain what EMFs are, why they're such a problem, and how you can take steps to reduce exposure and heal yourself. Find Out More About Brian Here: Shielded Healing Geovital In This Episode: [02:50] - There are a lot of people who have misunderstandings about EMFs, Brian explains. He takes a moment to explain what these misunderstandings are, and what the reality is. [04:52] - What happens with non-ionizing radiation from cell phones, wifi, and so on? What parts of our body are affected? [07:31] - Brian discusses whether there are certain frequencies that are more physically damaging than others. [11:03] - We hear more about the potential impact of EMFs on newborn babies, specifically as it relates to baby monitors. [14:06] - Brian opts out of getting scanned at the airport, choosing to be patted down instead. He explains why. [17:07] - Stephan points out that we can't trust big companies to be looking out for our health when it comes to EMFs. Brian then talks about a frequently unnoticed disclaimer that phone companies include in their manuals. [19:53] - What does Brian do if he needs to take a cell phone call and doesn't have his earbuds with him? [21:52] - Brian talks about where he got the shielded pouch that he uses for his phone. [23:00] - Would it be better to use a landline with a cord than a cell phone or a cordless phone, if you have that option? [25:04] - We learn about whether we can reduce our exposure to EMFs in the environment. [30:17] - Stephan and Brian discuss what to do to make the bedroom a "safe cave" for eight or more hours of nightly healing therapy. [34:36] - How much does the special paint that Brian has been describing cost? [37:32] - Brian shares some of the ways he handles day-to-day life, pointing out that the data on your phone doesn't always need to be turned on. [40:09] - Brian recommends using an iPhone ethernet adapter. [40:52] - In terms of EMFs, how are hotel rooms in comparison to the average home? He then explains the solution he's working on coming up with for traveling. [43:27] - We hear about the types of conferences that Brian goes to. [43:54] - Brian discusses magnetic field exposure, which he explains is linked to several serious diseases. He also talks about the home assessments he does. [47:21] - Last year alone, Brian did about a hundred EMF home assessments. [48:00] - What frequencies are the most problematic ones? It varies from person to person, Brian answers. [51:03] - Brian shares some of the incredible ways in which fixing your bedroom can improve your overall health. [56:33] - Stephan launches into a lightning round with quick questions for Brian. First: what do we do if we're hooked up to smart meters for electricity? [57:54] - If you want to reduce your exposure, wouldn't it be better to get the smart meter out of there and replace it with another meter? [58:56] - Should we stop using electric toothbrushes? How about hair dryers? What about a blender to make a healthy smoothie in the morning? [61:40] - In terms of EMF exposure, should people avoid using microwaves? [63:16] - Is using dimmer switches on your light a good thing or a bad thing? [64:04] - We reach the last lightning round question: what's the impact of thermostats? [65:17] - Brian addresses the topic of Bluetooth, which he recommends avoiding. [67:13] - How can listeners get in touch with Brian to learn more or work with him for a home assessment? Links and Resources: Shielded Healing Geovital Luke Storey on the Optimized Geek Overpowered by Martin Blank OpenSignal Boingo iPhone ethernet adapter    

Eliyahu Jian was my very first Kabbalah teacher. He's been teaching for nearly three decades, and has developed an uncanny ability to simplify esoteric wisdom. In addition to being a spiritual teacher, he's a coach, speaker, and founder of the nonprofit Vital Transformation. The mind is split into two parts: the positive and the negative. Whatever you feed grows stronger, and it takes a lifetime of work to ensure that negative thoughts don't take over. You need to act on positive thoughts  or they will eventually become rotten. This is just one of many gems of wisdom from Kabbalah that can transform your life. Find Out More About Eliyahu Here: Vital Transformation Eliyahu Jian Eliyahu Jian on Facebook @eliyahujian on Twitter Eliyahu Jian on LinkedIn In This Episode: [01:32] - We start things off with a very simple question: what's the meaning of life? [02:57] - Eliyahu talks more about body consciousness as opposed to soul consciousness. [05:03] - We hear about the deeper implications of the fact that we don't have free will about what thoughts come into our minds. [06:56] - Many people who struggle in life are actually struggling with their own minds, Yehuda explains. [08:28] - Eliyahu shares the parable of two wolves, illustrating the importance of feeding positive thoughts. [11:48] - With every new president that's elected, Eliyahu points out, people have hope that their lives will get better. This takes away their free will. [15:51] - When we look at a historical great leader, such as Gandhi, they were a personification of the collective consciousness. Stephan and Eliyahu discuss this concept, as well as the concept of saviors. [21:25] - Stephan talks about an example he experienced of a time when he resolved a conflict with light instead of by locking horns. [23:25] - Eliyahu shares his thoughts and wisdom on the example that Stephan has just shared. [25:40] - If you're experiencing a lack or a void, doesn't that awaken or attract more lack and more voids in other areas? [28:36] - Stephan shares a story that Ephraim Olschewski told about what he asks his kids when they're unhappy about something. [30:26] - Eliyahu elabores on the Kabbalistic concept of creating negative angels. [33:47] - Stephan brings up the role of numerology in Kabbalah. [34:52] - We hear about the concept of the evil eye, and how it's related to jealousy. The question of "how many," Eliyahu explains, creates the evil eye. [40:18] - Eliyahu moves on from the topic of the evil eye to the concept of evil speech. [44:47] - Stephan describes a point that has been one of the cornerstones of his spiritual development in recent years: restriction. [46:53] - Eliyahu discusses a lesson he learned while he was working in a rehab in Florida for two years. [49:12] - We hear a specific example to clarify what Eliyahu has been saying about restriction. Stephan then shares an example of his own to illuminate how this concept has improved his life. [53:59] - Eliyahu talks about what is beautiful about Stephan's choice to restrict sugar along with his daughter. [57:19] - The reflection on others bears repeating, Eliyahu points out, explaining why working together is so important. [58:00] - Where should listeners go to find out more about Eliyahu? Links and Resources: Vital Transformation Eliyahu Jian Eliyahu Jian on Facebook @eliyahujian on Twitter Eliyahu Jian on LinkedIn Kabbalah Yehuda Ashkenazi on the Optimized Geek Gandhi Hitler Mother Teresa Mishnah Ethics of Our Fathers Ephraim Olschewski on the Optimized Geek The Finding God Workbook by Eliyahu Jian    

Here to dig into all the nuances of light, color, vision, and consciousness is Dr. Jacob Liberman. He's a groundbreaking expert in color and light therapy whose work is admired by such luminaries as Deepak Chopra and Eckhart Tolle. Light is inseparable from life..Plants, animals and humans all need light to exist and survive. He and I talk about this and so much more in this illuminating discussion. Find Out More About Jacob Here: Jacob Liberman Jacob Liberman on Wikipedia @DrJacobLiberman on Facebook @DrJacobLiberman on Twitter In This Episode: [01:31] - Jacob talks about light therapy and color therapy so listeners can understand what the two things are and why they're important. He also dives into the question of what light itself is. [03:54] - Jacob started working with light and light therapy in 1971, when he was an optometrist and vision scientist. [10:21] - We learn that Jacob's main focus is to bring people into a state where they are more comfortable with more of life, leading to less stress and more contentment. [11:21] - Most of us are allergic to being uncomfortable and want everything our way, Jacob points out. [16:38] - We hear more about how our discomfort with certain colors can reveal blockages in our energy pathways. [20:56] - Stephan shares his experience with light and color as therapeutic healing modalities. [22:08] - Jacob explains the reason that we have two eyes, and how this relates to reading or doing work on the computer. [27:50] - Stephan had pretty severe myopia until he got LASIK several years ago to treat it. Now, he has noticed his myopia returning. Jacob then talks about a dramatic experience with his own vision. [34:20] - In a particular episode of the Optimized Geek, Stephan got the concept that fulfillment comes before desire. [35:08] - If desire is a prerequisite for fulfillment, then we will become habituated or addicted to desire, because we'll need it in order to feel fulfilled. [37:50] - What's the one-minute exercise that people can do a few times a day to help with vision? [43:50] - Jacob had panic attacks for six and a half years, but got rid of them using the techniques he has been describing. [46:07] - Stephan works to evolve meta-awareness, or awareness of his awareness. Jacob then digs deeper into this concept, elaborating on what Stephan has said. [53:02] - Jacob uses the example of a TV to explain his point in more detail, clarifying that just as we're not the TV we're watching, the observer is not the activity that is being noticed occurring in the mind. [60:46] - What Jacob has been saying about direct experiences rings true for Stephan, who offers an example. [64:13] - Jacob digs into something that Stephan said about "truth without mercy." [67:30] - Jacob's next-step advice for listeners is to always say yes to the opportunity to say "thank you" or "I love you." Links and Resources: Jacob Liberman Jacob Liberman on Wikipedia @DrJacobLiberman on Facebook @DrJacobLiberman on Twitter Luminous Life: How the Science of Light Unlocks the Art of Living by Jacob Liberman David Bohm Dr. Helen Irlen on the Optimized Geek Irlen Syndrome LASIK Yehuda Ashkenazi on the Optimized Geek Sanjay Sabnani on the Optimized Geek ISSSEEM Donny Epstein  

Take the next step to becoming an unreasonable and successful person by tuning into this extraordinary episode with Robert G. Allen, one of the great real estate investors of our time. He's also a #1 New York Times bestselling author who teaches people all over the world. He'll share his knowledge on wealth building through real estate, describe what traits it takes to be successful, and inspire you to create a fantastic life. Find Out More About Robert Here: Robertallen.comRobertgallen.comconnect@robertallen.com@OfficialRobertGAllen on Facebook@BestSellerBob on Twitterbestseller_bob on Instagram In This Episode: [01:46] - We hear about how many books Robert has written so far -- and how many he has left in him! He also talks about which book he's most proud of, and the lengths he went to in order to get his first book published. [06:38] - Stephan got started in his first business while in grad school for biochemistry, which wasn't at all related to the business. We hear how he got his initial funding. [09:36] - Whenever you see a great success story, you'll usually see some form of a challenge or someone doing something out of the ordinary behind the scenes. This is part of what Robert calls the success cycle. [13:14] - Declaring a "done" rather than setting a goal is one of the traits of happy, successful people, Robert explains. [14:31] - We learn about Robert's book The Challenge and its powerful premise. [17:59] - Robert describes one of his favorite students (and now business partner) who lives in Japan and was homeless when he discovered Robert's books. [20:08] - One thing that Stephan tells attendees at his presentations is that they should learn the material he's teaching with the intention of teaching others. [22:09] - Robert talks about how he chose the three people featured in his book The Challenge, from the 60 who showed up and wanted to get involved. The key, he explains, lies in refusing to accept rejection. [24:59] - Robert's book One Minute Millionaire tells the story of a woman who loses her husband, her two small children, and her job. [27:14] - In two weeks, Robert will be holding challenges in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and in Japan. He describes how these challenges will be run. [30:51] - Something else that's essential for an entrepreneur is the willingness to put everything on the line, Stephan points out, using the example of Elon Musk. [34:59] - The problem, Robert points out, is that you're living life forward but revealing it backward. [36:46] - Gary Vaynerchuk always talks about hustling, and Stephan talks about what the term means to him. He then shares an example of what he means, which is how he got into his second Tony Robbins event. [39:29] - Robert's favorite Tony Robbins story took place in 1986, when Robert was republishing one of his books. He describes his encounter with Tony and mentions the impact it had on his life. [45:00] - Robert had the idea for a book about how to make money, but didn't feel like the best candidate after going through a bankruptcy. He uses a personal example to point out that successful people encourage you, while failures tell you that you're an idiot. [45:12] - Stephan returns to the concept of a rejection test and describes the honesty test, which is something that he uses in his own hiring process. [48:03] - What was the secret to buying seven properties in 57 hours without having down payments, as Robert describes in his book Nothing Down? [52:41] - Robert explains how someone can become a millionaire in a minute, as he describes in his book One Minute Millionaire. [55:57] - Where can listeners go to find out more about Robert and learn more of what he has to teach? Links and Resources: robertallen.com robertgallen.com connect@robertallen.com @OfficialRobertGAllen on Facebook @BestSellerBob on Twitter bestseller_bob on Instagram Creating Wealth Nothing Down Multiple Streams of Income One Minute Millionaire Multiple Streams of Internet Income Cash in a Flash The Four Maps of Happy Successful People Elon Musk Aaron Ross on Marketing Speak StrengthsFinder The Challenge by Robert Allen Gary Vaynerchuk Tony Robbins  

Today, Luke Storey generously joins me for a third time to talk about lots of great new topics that we didn't get to cover in his first two episodes. We'll spend quite a bit of time digging into the fascinating strengths of personality assessments, and why you (and just about everyone in your life) should take them. We also cover imposter syndrome, disempowering beliefs, sleep hacks, kinds of light, health gadgets, and so much more! This Week's Guest: If you're a faithful Optimized Geek listener, you've probably already heard my recent conversation with Luke Storey. Luke, who hosts the Life Stylist Podcast, was already a recurring guest on the show. He originally joined me to talk about fashion in one of my very  first episodes. In our more recent conversation, we discussed extreme biohacking, spirituality, and how this combination can lead to a higher level of consciousness. Today, Luke generously joins me for a third time to talk about lots of great new topics that we didn't cover in his first two episodes. We'll spend quite a bit of time digging into the fascinating strengths of personality assessments, and why you (and just about everyone in your life) should take them. We also cover imposter syndrome, disempowering beliefs, sleep hacks, kinds of light, health gadgets, and so much more! Find Out More About Luke Here: Luke Storey @MrLukeStorey on Twitter Luke Storey on Instagram Luke Storey on YouTube @MrLukeStorey on Facebook Luke Storey on LinkedIn In This Episode: [02:44] - Stephan asks about something that Luke touched on in the previous episode: that he had a sordid past. Luke and Stephan then discuss disempowering beliefs, and Luke explains some of how his mind works. [07:07] - Luke jokes about needing friends like Stephan, who is willing to call him out and challenge him. He and Stephan talk about different kinds of memory. [11:39] - We learn about StrengthsFinder, which Luke and Stephan have both mentioned already in this conversation. [14:47] - Luke tells us what his top five strengths are according to StrengthsFinder, and goes into more detail about what some of them mean. [18:50] - Luke's fifth top strength is being a relater, which is in alignment with what he does professionally. He also talks about the potential benefits of understanding other people's top five strengths. [22:38] - Stephan suggests that listeners buy the StrengthsFinder 2.0 book to get the StrengthsFinder code and then go take the test. [27:02] - For Stephan, Luke's mention of getting people in the right seat on the bus reminds him of the book Good to Great by Jim Collins. He and Luke then talk about another kind of assessment. [32:18] - Luke was recently in New York City; he shares a story about something that happened to him there. [34:28] - How did Stephan learn to catch people's unproductive words about themselves? [38:32] - Luke flips the interview around by asking Stephan what have been the most meaningful tactical things he has applied when learning to observe one's speech and thoughts? [41:00] - We learn that Luke has an affirmation on the mirror that he reads to himself every morning. [44:13] - Stephan returns to the topic of the DiSC Profile to wrap up that part of the conversation. [46:44] - Luke found the book The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks to be very useful in his journey. [49:04] - What are some of Luke's favorite sleep hacks? In his answer, he discusses temperature, light, and noise. [53:31] - Luke discusses how he tracks whether he's sleeping well. [57:14] - We learn that Luke doesn't take sleep supplements now, but used to make what he called "knockout punch." He also talks in depth about different kinds of light. [65:52] - Stephan recommends a couple other episodes that listeners should check out. [66:54] - Luke talks about f.lux as opposed to Iris. The consensus, he says, is that f.lux doesn't do enough and Iris is superior. [71:11] - Stephan offers a couple closing resources to listeners, with suggestions for earlier Optimized Geek episodes to listen to. Links and Resources: Luke Storey @MrLukeStorey on Twitter Luke Storey on Instagram Luke Storey on YouTube @MrLukeStorey on Facebook Luke Storey on LinkedIn Luke Storey on the Optimized Geek (Part 1 of 2) Luke Storey on the Optimized Geek (fashion episode) Life Stylist Podcast Byron Katie Tony Robbins StrengthsFinder Neil Strauss Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath Good to Great by Jim Collins DiSC Profile Kolbe Assessment 10x Talk podcast Kathy Kolbe on 10x Talk Unleash the Power Within Date with Destiny Zig Ziglar Un-Limit Yourself: A Powerful Process for Shedding Those Pesky Limiting Beliefs by Stephan Spencer (article about the Dickens Process) Elissa Fisher Harris on the Optimized Geek The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks BedJet Oura ring Sleep Cycle app NeuroOn AmpCoil Clearlight sauna Iris Ra Optics glasses Chris Keane on the Optimized Geek Dave Asprey on the Optimized Geek f.lux Dr. Michael Breus on the Optimized Geek