The 5 AM Miracle: Healthy Productivity for High Achievers
Jeff Sanders
Kick off your week every Monday morning by discovering new strategies to dominate your day before breakfast!.Join host Jeff Sanders on this practical self-improvement podcast that focuses on productivity, healthy habits, and personal development. This is your home to bounce out of bed with enthusiasm, create powerful lifelong habits, and tackle your grandest goals with extraordinary energy! .Become a VIP member of The 5 AM Miracle community by getting the premium ad-free version with exclusive bonus episodes at 5amMiraclePremium.com..To join The 5 AM Miracle Community, get email updates, see recommended tools, and dig into the show notes for all episodes, visit jeffsanders.com/podcast..Want to learn more about podcast sponsorship opportunities? Email → podcastadsales@jeffsanders.com
Episodes
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Jan 8, 2026 • 38min
David Goggins' Never Finished: Unshackle Your Mind and Win the War Within [BEST OF]
Dive into the transformative insights from David Goggins' latest book, exploring the depths of human potential and authenticity. Discover the dangers of comfort and how it can hinder your growth. Hear powerful quotes that challenge you to forget past achievements and embrace daily effort. Goggins encourages a relentless pursuit of greatness, advocating for temporary imbalance to achieve extraordinary results. Uncover the importance of completing tough tasks and making choices that set you free. It's all about pushing boundaries and redefining success!
5 snips
Jan 5, 2026 • 51min
Intentional: How to Finish What You Start with Chris Bailey
In this engaging conversation, Chris Bailey, an acclaimed author and productivity researcher, dives into his latest book, Intentional. He explores why some projects gather dust while others finish strong, emphasizing the importance of aligning intentions with core values. Chris introduces the "intention stack" to streamline goal completion and discusses how identity shapes ambitions. The duo also tackles why New Year's resolutions often flop and offers strategies for effective goal-setting. Tune in for insights on transforming intentions into tangible achievements!
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Jan 1, 2026 • 40min
Top 10 Productivity Books for High Achievers [BEST OF]
Dive into a treasure trove of productivity wisdom! Discover how books transformed the host's life, including the powerful mindset from Ryan Holiday's work. Explore intense discipline with David Goggins and the compound effects of daily habits with guides like Atomic Habits. Uncover strategies for tackling tough tasks first, cultivating focus, and embracing effortless work. From essentialism to dreaming big with Dean Karnazes, this lively discussion encourages listeners to pick a book and embark on a transformative reading journey!
8 snips
Dec 29, 2025 • 48min
Caffeine, Checklists, Money, and More: Big Wins + Year in Review with Tessa Sanders
In this engaging conversation, Tessa Sanders, a productivity enthusiast and spouse of host Jeff, reflects on their family's biggest wins and challenges over the past year. They share insights on major home repairs and the financial impacts, Jeff's journey towards sobriety, and the benefits of ditching caffeine. Tessa also highlights their success with checklists for the kids, leading to greater independence. Together, they discuss the power of intentional investing and reducing negativity through social media breaks, all while setting goals for proactive problem solving.
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Dec 25, 2025 • 34min
Top 10 Strategies to Design an Extraordinary Daily Routine [BEST OF]
Discover how to craft the perfect daily routine with practical strategies. Emphasizing health as a foundation, the host urges prioritization to achieve peak productivity. Learn to reverse-engineer your ideal days, cultivate enjoyable activities, and work with your natural tendencies for less stress. The discussion includes critical habits versus distractions, a unique work-rest rhythm, and the importance of documenting your routine. Tailor your approach to fit your current life stage and embrace adaptability for extraordinary results!
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Dec 22, 2025 • 30min
Your Hero Has a Choice: Embracing Your Role as the Ultimate Decision-Maker [BEST OF]
Personal ownership is at the heart of decision-making and leadership. The importance of adopting a confident posture can transform your performance. Embrace your hero identity to enhance goals and self-belief. Remember, no one is coming to save you; take responsibility for your choices. Small, deliberate actions can lead to significant life changes. Avoid over-delegation and remain in control of your projects. Daily 1% improvements can drive substantial growth. It's time to own your narrative and take decisive action!
Dec 19, 2025 • 14min
4 Car Accidents, a Concussion, and the Unpredictability of Life [Free Premium]
Life can be unpredictable, as highlighted by the host's surprising experiences of being in four car accidents over six years. He discusses the chaos of his latest accident, which resulted in a concussion, and reflects on how past experiences don't predict future outcomes. Advocating for flexibility, he suggests that navigating change and seeking discomfort can enhance adaptability. The conversation emphasizes responding to life's curveballs rather than feeling like a victim. A challenge is issued to embrace unpredictability for personal growth.
Dec 18, 2025 • 36min
Breaking the News Cycle, Deleting Social Apps, and Restoring Your Mental Health [BEST OF]
Explore the addictive link between news and social media as Jeff Sanders shares his journey to mental clarity. He challenges the traditional notion of being an 'informed citizen' through mindless media consumption. Discover practical tactics for detaching from constant digital checking, including deleting apps and utilizing faux engagement strategies. Jeff highlights the liberating experience of disconnect, recounting his adventure in Yellowstone. Ultimately, he encourages listeners to evaluate their habits and make intentional choices for better mental health.
18 snips
Dec 15, 2025 • 40min
Optimized Productivity and To-Do Lists with Austin Blake from the Stuff App
Austin Blake, a self-taught indie iOS developer and founder of the Stuff app, dives into the world of productivity and tech. He shares his journey from Apple retail to coding, inspired by frustrations with existing to-do apps. Austin discusses the power of writing tasks down to ease mental stress and highlights Stuff's unique dependency feature. He offers insights on intentional year planning, integrating AI thoughtfully, and the importance of maintaining focus through rules and habits. Discover how habits sustain his long-term projects!
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Dec 11, 2025 • 34min
Top 10 Productivity Apps to Organize Your Mess and Reduce Your Stress [BEST OF]
Discover the top ten productivity apps designed to declutter your digital life and boost efficiency. Learn the benefits of selecting fewer, reliable tools, like Dashlane for password management and Quicken for financial foresight. Get tips on transforming websites into standalone apps with Web Catalog and organizing Chrome bookmarks strategically. Explore Mimestream for seamless Gmail integration and the simplicity of using a straightforward calendar. Finally, understand the importance of lists for mental clarity and workflow efficiency.
