The Motivated Mind

Dive into a ranking of self-improvement habits that can genuinely transform your life. Discover which habits are truly beneficial and which may just be trendy distractions. From nutrition to the importance of social interactions, practical tips are laid out to help you level up. It’s all about the cumulative impact of consistent, positive choices. Are you ready to sort the gems from the junk?

We all have habits that shape our lives, some helpful, some… not so much. In this episode, I rank the worst possible habits in a tier list, diving into what makes them truly destructive, why we keep falling for them, and what that says about the way we live. Think of it as a cautionary guide to what not to do if you actually want to get anywhere.For more go to: www.scottmlynch.comLevel up your life by joining my Patreon where you’ll get exclusive content every week and more badass offerings (rips t-shirt in half, Hulk Hogan style, and runs around the room). And/or…Unlock practical and tactical insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness directly to your inbox.If you’re a glutton for punishment and want more swift kicks in the mind follow me on social: Instagram YouTube Leave a review and tell me how I suck so I can stop doing that or you can also tell me about things you like. I’d be okay with that, too.Produced by ya boi.Past guests on The Motivated Mind include Chris Voss, Captain Sandy, Dr. Chris Palmer, Joey Thurman, Jason Harris, Koshin Paley Ellison, Rudy Mawer, Molly Fletcher, Kristen Butler, Hasard Lee, Natasha Graziano, ⁠David Hauser⁠, Cheryl Hunter, Michael Brandt, Heather Moyse, Tim Shriver, and Alan Stein, Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We live in the most connected time in human history, video calls across the world, instant messages, and same-day delivery for just about anything we want. And yet we’ve also become the loneliest society ever. How did that happen? In this episode, I explore why modern life has left so many of us feeling isolated, what author Johann Hari discovered while investigating the root causes of depression and anxiety, and how rebuilding real human connection might be the antidote we’ve been missing.For more go to: www.scottmlynch.comLevel up your life by joining my Patreon where you’ll get exclusive content every week and more badass offerings (rips t-shirt in half, Hulk Hogan style, and runs around the room). And/or…Unlock practical and tactical insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness directly to your inbox.If you’re a glutton for punishment and want more swift kicks in the mind follow me on social: Instagram YouTube Leave a review and tell me how I suck so I can stop doing that or you can also tell me about things you like. I’d be okay with that, too.Produced by ya boi.Past guests on The Motivated Mind include Chris Voss, Captain Sandy, Dr. Chris Palmer, Joey Thurman, Jason Harris, Koshin Paley Ellison, Rudy Mawer, Molly Fletcher, Kristen Butler, Hasard Lee, Natasha Graziano, ⁠David Hauser⁠, Cheryl Hunter, Michael Brandt, Heather Moyse, Tim Shriver, and Alan Stein, Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Intermittent fasting isn’t a diet; it’s about when you eat, not what you eat. For the last two years, I’ve been unintentionally doing a 16-hour fast every day. I didn’t plan it, and I definitely didn’t expect it to stick. So I decided to dive into the latest science and expert opinions to see what’s really going on. Is fasting the secret to better health, or just another overhyped trend?For more go to: www.scottmlynch.comLevel up your life by joining my Patreon where you’ll get exclusive content every week and more badass offerings (rips t-shirt in half, Hulk Hogan style, and runs around the room). And/or…Unlock practical and tactical insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness directly to your inbox.If you’re a glutton for punishment and want more swift kicks in the mind follow me on social: Instagram YouTube Leave a review and tell me how I suck so I can stop doing that or you can also tell me about things you like. I’d be okay with that, too.Produced by ya boi.Past guests on The Motivated Mind include Chris Voss, Captain Sandy, Dr. Chris Palmer, Joey Thurman, Jason Harris, Koshin Paley Ellison, Rudy Mawer, Molly Fletcher, Kristen Butler, Hasard Lee, Natasha Graziano, ⁠David Hauser⁠, Cheryl Hunter, Michael Brandt, Heather Moyse, Tim Shriver, and Alan Stein, Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I love organization. Maybe it’s the minimalist in me, or the perfectionist, but there’s something deeply satisfying about turning chaos into order. The problem is, most organizing advice online seems designed for people with infinite time, money, and storage space (and no kids). In this episode, I share seven simple, realistic things my wife and I actually do to keep our home clean, tidy, and functional, without it becoming a full-time job.For more go to: www.scottmlynch.comEpisode resources: Reusable cable ties and cable clip cord organizers Shoe rack Drawer dividers and silverware organizers Glass food storage containers, stainless steel food containers, and food containers 27-gallon storage tote Level up your life by joining my Patreon where you’ll get exclusive content every week and more badass offerings (rips t-shirt in half, Hulk Hogan style, and runs around the room). And/or…Unlock practical and tactical insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness directly to your inbox.If you’re a glutton for punishment and want more swift kicks in the mind follow me on social: Instagram YouTube Leave a review and tell me how I suck so I can stop doing that or you can also tell me about things you like. I’d be okay with that, too.Produced by ya boi.Past guests on The Motivated Mind include Chris Voss, Captain Sandy, Dr. Chris Palmer, Joey Thurman, Jason Harris, Koshin Paley Ellison, Rudy Mawer, Molly Fletcher, Kristen Butler, Hasard Lee, Natasha Graziano, ⁠David Hauser⁠, Cheryl Hunter, Michael Brandt, Heather Moyse, Tim Shriver, and Alan Stein, Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At some point, self-care went from drinking water and getting enough sleep to sticking coffee where the sun doesn’t shine. Literally. The global self-care market ballooned from $10 billion in 2014 to over $450 billion by 2020, and along the way, wellness became a full-time job. From 4:30 a.m. wake-ups to skincare routines that require a chemistry degree, we’ve officially overcomplicated the art of taking care of ourselves. In this episode, I react to some of the most viral “self-improvement” TikToks and reels, unpacking the absurdity, and asking a simple question: when did growth stop being… simple?For more go to: www.scottmlynch.comLevel up your life by joining my Patreon where you’ll get exclusive content every week and more badass offerings (rips t-shirt in half, Hulk Hogan style, and runs around the room). And/or…Unlock practical and tactical insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness directly to your inbox.If you’re a glutton for punishment and want more swift kicks in the mind follow me on social: Instagram YouTube Leave a review and tell me how I suck so I can stop doing that or you can also tell me about things you like. I’d be okay with that, too.Produced by ya boi.Past guests on The Motivated Mind include Chris Voss, Captain Sandy, Dr. Chris Palmer, Joey Thurman, Jason Harris, Koshin Paley Ellison, Rudy Mawer, Molly Fletcher, Kristen Butler, Hasard Lee, Natasha Graziano, ⁠David Hauser⁠, Cheryl Hunter, Michael Brandt, Heather Moyse, Tim Shriver, and Alan Stein, Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dreams: the place where your punches are only half as effective, all your teeth fall out, and you can only run away from bad guys in slow motion. But can you actually hack your dreams and control what happens in there? In this episode, I dive into my experiment with lucid dreaming, the science, the surprises, and the reality of trying to take the reins while you sleep.For more go to: www.scottmlynch.comLevel up your life by joining my Patreon where you’ll get exclusive content every week and more badass offerings (rips t-shirt in half, Hulk Hogan style, and runs around the room). And/or…Unlock practical and tactical insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness directly to your inbox.If you’re a glutton for punishment and want more swift kicks in the mind follow me on social: Instagram YouTube Leave a review and tell me how I suck so I can stop doing that or you can also tell me about things you like. I’d be okay with that, too.Produced by ya boi.Past guests on The Motivated Mind include Chris Voss, Captain Sandy, Dr. Chris Palmer, Joey Thurman, Jason Harris, Koshin Paley Ellison, Rudy Mawer, Molly Fletcher, Kristen Butler, Hasard Lee, Natasha Graziano, ⁠David Hauser⁠, Cheryl Hunter, Michael Brandt, Heather Moyse, Tim Shriver, and Alan Stein, Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncover four essential rules designed to transform your productivity. Discover the art of realistic planning and the power of task grouping for better efficiency. Learn how to prioritize uninterrupted work and tackle challenging tasks head-on. The discussion also explores the vital connection between stress management and productivity, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection to find your ideal pace. Get ready to shift your focus from merely being busy to truly making progress!

Ever feel like your brain just isn’t working the way it should? Like you’re stuck in dumb dumb mode and can’t quite get yourself unstuck? That was me not long ago, mentally drained, unmotivated, kind of lost, and feeling like my IQ was leaking out of my ears. In this episode, I share how I turned things around, rebuilt my mental energy, and found a way to feel sharper and more focused every single day.For more go to: www.scottmlynch.comLevel up your life by joining my Patreon where you’ll get exclusive content every week and more badass offerings (rips t-shirt in half, Hulk Hogan style, and runs around the room). And/or…Unlock practical and tactical insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness directly to your inbox.If you’re a glutton for punishment and want more swift kicks in the mind follow me on social: Instagram YouTube Leave a review and tell me how I suck so I can stop doing that or you can also tell me about things you like. I’d be okay with that, too.Produced by ya boi.Past guests on The Motivated Mind include Chris Voss, Captain Sandy, Dr. Chris Palmer, Joey Thurman, Jason Harris, Koshin Paley Ellison, Rudy Mawer, Molly Fletcher, Kristen Butler, Hasard Lee, Natasha Graziano, ⁠David Hauser⁠, Cheryl Hunter, Michael Brandt, Heather Moyse, Tim Shriver, and Alan Stein, Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most of us measure our lives with a single metric: money, career, or some arbitrary idea of success. But what if there was a simpler way to see the bigger picture? In this episode, I share a tool I’ve been using that changed how I think about success, happiness, and stress, and why tracking what really matters might just change everything.For more go to: www.scottmlynch.comLevel up your life by joining my Patreon where you’ll get exclusive content every week and more badass offerings (rips t-shirt in half, Hulk Hogan style, and runs around the room). And/or…Unlock practical and tactical insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness directly to your inbox.If you’re a glutton for punishment and want more swift kicks in the mind follow me on social: Instagram YouTube Leave a review and tell me how I suck so I can stop doing that or you can also tell me about things you like. I’d be okay with that, too.Produced by ya boi.Past guests on The Motivated Mind include Chris Voss, Captain Sandy, Dr. Chris Palmer, Joey Thurman, Jason Harris, Koshin Paley Ellison, Rudy Mawer, Molly Fletcher, Kristen Butler, Hasard Lee, Natasha Graziano, ⁠David Hauser⁠, Cheryl Hunter, Michael Brandt, Heather Moyse, Tim Shriver, and Alan Stein, Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices