

The Motivated Mind
Scott Lynch
I'm Scott Lynch, host of The Motivated Mind, a Spotify top 100 Health & Fitness podcast with over 6 million downloads. Each week, I bring you practical and tactical insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness. No fluff, no BS, no filter, just a swift kick in the mind. If you like learning about things like philosophy, psychology, lifestyle hacks, entrepreneurship, or dodging existential dread, then you're in the right place.
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Oct 23, 2023 • 23min
How To Get Good At Feeling Good
Frequently, we succumb to the misconception that we'll experience ‘feeling good’ only after reaching particular milestones or when specific events transpire in our lives. However, the reality is that feeling good is an ongoing process, not a passive result awaiting us. Imagine feeling good as a muscle that needs regular exercise. Just like we don't attain physical fitness magically, but through working out consistently to build our strength, feeling good demands continuous effort and practice. In this episode, I discuss how to get good at feeling good.
For more go to: www.scottmlynch.com
This episode is brought to you by:
BetterHelp
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Discover your true potential with the support of a passionate Discord community.
Unlock actionable insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness through my weekly newsletter.
Embrace the boundless power of your mind. Enroll alongside 154 motivated students in my academy and unlock your true potential.
Maximize your potential and experience life-changing growth by enrolling in my Group Coaching program.
Subscribe now to access an exclusive collection of 24 ad-free bonus episodes per year, featuring Q&A-based content.
Access my downloadable and printable exercises to equip yourself with the essential tools for success.
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Music by: Blaize Trulson
Produced by Legacy Divisions.
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, and Alan Stein, Jr.
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Oct 19, 2023 • 28min
9 Ways To Avoid Deterioration of The Brain
Discover 9 ways to protect your brain from deterioration in our fast-paced society. Topics include cognitive decline, the importance of cognitive engagement, avoiding junk food, and prioritizing sleep. Learn about the role of cholesterol in brain health and the detrimental effects of chronic stress. Also, explore Life Force, an organization that offers personalized health plans for a proactive approach to health.

Oct 16, 2023 • 26min
5 Ways To Destroy Your Lack of Self-Belief
Impossibility is a perception, not a reality. Those accomplishing remarkable feats aren't extraordinary, they simply possess different convictions. We often confine ourselves to excuses related to age or perceived limitations. True power is found in confronting these excuses and reevaluating our beliefs. Every minor accomplishment reveals new potential, proving that questioning beliefs can unlock endless opportunities. In this episode, I explore five strategies to overcome self-doubt and cultivate unshakable self-belief.
For more go to: www.scottmlynch.com
This episode is brought to you by:
Babbel
Embrace greatness through these empowering offerings:
Discover your true potential with the support of a passionate Discord community.
Unlock actionable insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness through my weekly newsletter.
Embrace the boundless power of your mind. Enroll alongside 154 motivated students in my academy and unlock your true potential.
Maximize your potential and experience life-changing growth by enrolling in my Group Coaching program.
Subscribe now to access an exclusive collection of 24 ad-free bonus episodes per year, featuring Q&A-based content.
Access my downloadable and printable exercises to equip yourself with the essential tools for success.
Follow me on social for more inspiration:
Instagram
Facebook
TikTok
Twitter
YouTube
Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps)!
Music by: Blaize Trulson
Produced by Legacy Divisions.
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, and Alan Stein, Jr.
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Oct 12, 2023 • 22min
How To Unf*ck Yourself
Learn how to develop resilience and unf*ck yourself in this episode. Discover the disparity between perceived and actual resilience among Americans. Confront uncomfortable truths and take responsibility for your life. Position yourself for success by recognizing strengths and acknowledging efforts. Recognize opportunities, overcome challenges, and keep moving forward.

Oct 9, 2023 • 50min
Shifting Our Mindset Spectrum
Eduardo Briceño, a Stanford-trained mindset expert, discusses strategies for shifting from a fixed to a growth mindset. They explore labeling, objective thinking, self-assessments, and our biological instinct for survival. The chapters cover topics like transitioning from introvert to extrovert, overcoming mental barriers, shifting mindset on disagreement, the impact of social media, the power of pausing, and building habits.

Oct 5, 2023 • 21min
7 Dangerous Lessons Taught In Schools
John Taylor Gatto, celebrated educator and author, discusses the 7 dangerous lessons taught in schools. He highlights the lack of relevance and context in traditional education, stifling students' potential and discouraging individual development. Gatto also explores the harmful effects of emotional dependency and intellectual suppression. He advocates for decentralizing education and promoting alternative options.

Oct 2, 2023 • 17min
What To Do If You Don't Like Your Life
Unlocking the clear distinction between life and living is often a challenge for many. However, grasping this understanding presents a remarkable opportunity to redirect the course of your life. Each day serves as a microcosm, encapsulating the fundamental qualities of life itself. If you're seeking change, realize it starts by altering how you live today. In this episode, I discuss the fascinating world of microcosms and how they can transform your daily life.
For more go to: www.scottmlynch.com
This episode is brought to you by:
Lifeforce
Embrace greatness through these empowering offerings:
Discover your true potential with the support of a passionate Discord community.
Unlock actionable insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness through my weekly newsletter.
Embrace the boundless power of your mind. Enroll alongside 154 motivated students in my academy and unlock your true potential.
Maximize your potential and experience life-changing growth by enrolling in my Group Coaching program.
Subscribe now to access an exclusive collection of 24 ad-free bonus episodes per year, featuring Q&A-based content.
Access my downloadable and printable exercises to equip yourself with the essential tools for success.
Follow me on social for more inspiration:
Instagram
Facebook
TikTok
Twitter
YouTube
Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps)!
Music by: Blaize Trulson
Produced by Legacy Divisions.
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, and Alan Stein, Jr.
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Sep 28, 2023 • 22min
Why Working Harder Isn't The Answer
Discover why working harder isn't always the answer for success. Learn about the importance of mindset, time blocking, and choosing meaningful work. Explore the benefits of deep work, prioritizing sleep, and improving work habits to achieve work-life balance.

Sep 25, 2023 • 25min
How To Use Your Crippling Fear To Your Advantage
Learn how to harness your crippling fear and use it as a catalyst for personal growth. Discover techniques to transform fear into positive energy and motivate meaningful change in your life. Explore the benefits of therapy for quieting busy thoughts and overcoming fears for resilience and success.

Sep 21, 2023 • 49min
The Art of Lifelong Coaching
Adri Falcon, former Head of Europe at Deliveroo, made a flavorful career shift, leaving behind the world of food delivery to embark on a fresh journey. His destination? Coaching exceptional CEOs and C-level executives with a dual mission: to nurture their professional growth and enhance their personal lives. Adri set out to create, refine, and execute an innovative coaching methodology, one that would democratize professional coaching. And so, Wave emerged from his visionary efforts. In this episode, we discuss how questions can outshine mere directives in yielding improved answers, the essential stages for navigating life with purpose and wisdom, the power of writing as a tool for introspection, unveiling the coach within us and strategies to awaken its potential, and understanding the context of our individual journeys and recognizing that there's no one-size-fits-all approach.
For more go to: www.scottmlynch.com
This episode is brought to you by:
Factor
Embrace greatness through these empowering offerings:
Discover your true potential with the support of a passionate Discord community.
Unlock actionable insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness through my weekly newsletter.
Embrace the boundless power of your mind. Enroll alongside 154 motivated students in my academy and unlock your true potential.
Maximize your potential and experience life-changing growth by enrolling in my Group Coaching program.
Subscribe now to access an exclusive collection of 24 ad-free bonus episodes per year, featuring Q&A-based content.
Access my downloadable and printable exercises to equip yourself with the essential tools for success.
Follow me on social for more inspiration:
Instagram
Facebook
TikTok
Twitter
YouTube
Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps)!
Music by: Blaize Trulson
Produced by Legacy Divisions.
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, and Alan Stein, Jr.
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