Further Faster with Joseph McClendon III

Today, I am joined by fellow neuroscientist, award-winning author of the best-selling book “The Source,” medical doctor, and lecturer at MIT Sloan, Dr. Tara Swart, for a special, Part II, episode of The Cure For The Common Life podcast! In this episode, Dr. Tara and I are blending our scientific backgrounds with our thoughts on spirituality, as we uncover insights surrounding the question: Does manifesting REALLY work?Using our unique upbringings and backgrounds as evidence, Dr. Tara and I have a magnificent time talking through the incredible concept of being able to influence and impact the world around us in order to attract abundance into our lives.As we merge the scientific and the spiritual for today’s conversation, Dr. Tara pulls illuminative references from her bestselling book, as I recall real events from my past that have affected my ideas around manifestation in an immeasurable way.Ready to discover how empowering your brain health can bring you closer to controlling many aspects of your own reality, as well as how you can physically prime your brain for the abundance you seek?Join us for an episode filled with tactical, practical steps, scientifically-supported to help you cultivate the qualities necessary to attract the life of your deepest desires! Tune into Episode 33 of Cure For The Common Life to hear more!In this episode you will learn: Some background on Tara Swart (1:14) Whether or not I, Joseph McClendon III, make vision boards myself (3:56) My personal background in spirituality (4:18) The exercises that changed Dr. Tara’s life (5:34) The problem Dr. Tara has with traditional vision boards, as well as what she likes to call them instead (7:15) Dr. Tara’s trick to ensure you don’t make a vision board that limits what you’re capable of (8:00) Three tangible, tactical things you can do to bring your vision board to life (8:30) How to prime your brain (9:22) A favorite take away from Think And Grow Rich (10:30) The difference between a ‘dream’ and a ‘vision’ (11:33) A few practices Dr. Tara uses to embed her future visions into her subconscious mind (12:29) What a ‘Psychophysical Geometric Momentum Loop’ is, and what it can do for bringing abundance into your life (16:41) How your upbringing affects your brain, as well as what we would say to someone suffering with imposter syndrome, fear of failure, or fear of success (19:47) How the understanding that “manifestation is cumulative” can transform your practices of envisioning (26:55) The unforgettable personal experience that undeniably changed my views on manifestation forever (30:16).Let’s Connect!WebsiteTwitterFacebookInstagramConnect With Tara Swart:Website: TaraSwart.comInstagram: @DrTaraSwartSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today I am joined by fellow neuroscientist, award-winning author of the best-selling book “The Source,” medical doctor, and lecturer at MIT Sloan, Dr. Tara Swart. From teaching the tools to achieve peak brain performance to inspirational insights to empower your emotional resiliency, today’s episode will provide you with simple tools you can use to begin improving your brain, right this very moment. As an expert in neuroplasticity, Dr. Tara has transformed the mental wellness of magnificent people all across the globe, (with translations in 36 languages!), and is here to share her tactics with YOU, as she illuminates how understanding the plasticity of your brain can make it more malleable to your motivations for change. Have you ever wondered if implementing routine in your life might maximize your productivity, and make your brain more efficient?Today, Tara will reveal just that, as well as the practical methods you may utilize in order to capitalize on the adaptability of your own brain to take you further, faster into a future filled with fulfillment, and feeling freaking MAGNIFICENT! Tune into Episode 32 of Cure For The Common Life to hear more!In this episode you will learn: Some background on Tara Swart (1:14) What inspired Tara into a profession in neuroscience (2:49) The 5 step, simple process Tara teaches people to use their brain to make their life better (4:32) A few of the best foods for your brain (5:28) What you can do between Zoom meetings to refresh and reset your brain (7:12) How simplifying your life can supercharge your brain power (7:36) A few basic, brain-healthy principles of neuroplasticity that can simplify your life, and set you up for success (9:56) Two tools I share to help you hold yourself accountable (16:19) The greatest takeaway I experienced in my brain scanning session with my partner, Dr. Daniel Amen (21:46) Tara’s final words of wisdom on how to go further, faster (28:25).Let’s Connect!WebsiteTwitterFacebookInstagramConnect With Tara Swart:Website: TaraSwart.comInstagram: @DrTaraSwartSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today I am joined by entrepreneur, master mentor, founder and CEO of The Unstoppable Woman, Amira Alvarez. After attracting a quantum leap that empowered her to transform from barely making 6-figures to $700k in one year, Amira has been helping other people turn their dreams into reality all around the world. Specializing in income breakthroughs, Amira empowers entrepreneurs, empire builders, and athletes alike in their pursuit to achieve their goals in record time. Whether it be new heights of happiness or having a thriving business, today’s episode will supercharge you to start smashing through your own glass ceiling, as Amira shares a few strategies and tools for identifying and overcoming what’s blocking YOU from accessing a breakthrough. Tune into Episode 31 of Cure For The Common Life to hear more!In this episode you will learn: Some background on Amira Alvarez (1:54) What inspired her into pursuing her current career path (3:07) How Amira uncovered her purpose after many years of seeking (3:55) The story behind Amira’s major breakthrough, including how she went from earning 138k to 700k within one year (4:25) The first step towards making a lasting change (6:45) what you have to do in order to step into MORE (10:28) What transformed in Amira after examining a photo of herself a few years back (11:18) How to utilize your imagination to embody the results you seek (13:54) Why skimming books may be stalling your growth (17:43) What giving GOT Amira (19:30) Why sales is so important in the movement of money (19:55) How it’s possible for me to look forward to rejection (21:48) Why sales served as the biggest personal growth journey for Amira (22:11) How you can access Amira and her services, including some magnificent freebies she has prepared for you (24:09).Let’s Connect!WebsiteTwitterFacebookInstagramConnect With Amira Alvarez:TheUnstoppableWoman.com/FreeStuffSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It has been said, time and time again, that everyone has a book in them.Today I am joined by a man known as both the “Simon Cowell of self-publishing,” the “book boss,” and a dear friend of mine for over three decades, Mr. Matthew Bennett.That’s right! Today, we’re taking you through Part II of our episode on successful strategies to share YOUR story, baby!In this second part to my most recent podcast with Matthew, we are both reiterating the most important things shared in Part I, as well as revealing some deeper insights we missed out on the opportunity to discuss last month.In today’s episode, Matt continues to reveal which tactics his decades of experience (and 5 million books sold worldwide!) as an author, publisher, and consultant have taught him to increase the odds of succeeding in sharing your story.In addition, Matt will reveal why the, “write it, and they will come,” philosophy does NOT normally work, as well as why it’s so vital to understand that we were born with a fear of failing, not necessarily a sense of marketing - in which Matthew is absolutely expert in!We also reveal why you don’t need to be a person of world-leading authority in order to write a book, as well as a few tried and true tools Matt uses daily to discover breakthrough strategies in the book biz.Tune into Episode 30 of Cure For The Common Life to hear more!In this episode you will learn:Some background on Matthew Bennett (2:45) How often a new book is being published nowadays (4:38) Why right now is the easiest time to write a book (5:17) Why the “book boss” thinks everyone should write a book (5:58) Why it’s easier to write a book than to sell one (6:24) What you need to do if you want to make money and massive impact with your book (7:05) What Matthew says in response to peoples’ reasons for writing books (8:13) Why Matthew thinks writing a book is less about the choice, and more about how you backup that choice (8:25) Why you don’t have to be of world-leading authority in order to write a book (8:45) The tools Matthew used to publish a widely distributed book (with 3 million+ copies sold) on pregnancy, as a single man, with no medical background whatsoever (11:14) A short list of simple strategies when it comes to writing a book that empowers everyone involved to win (12:02) A few “Do’s and Don’ts” of writing/publishing a book (16:29) What’s wrong with writing a memoir (19:32) Why Matthew is more particular than most consultants, and what he’s currently doing to serve our communities (22:45) Why believing in yourself and what you’re doing is one of the most important parts of the publishing process (27:00) How Matthew has inspired me to step up and serve the community through a few recent projects of my own (29:04) Why it’s often important to view your character and behavior as two separate entities (31:54) Two inspirational ideas and activities I wish send you out into the world with (32:46).Let’s Connect!WebsiteTwitterFacebookInstagramConnect With Matt Bennett:https://writeprintsell.comSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Your “why” is the most important part of any endeavor, even and especially when it comes to sharing your gifts with the world.Today I am joined by the “Simon Cowell of self-publishing,” and a dear friend of mine for over three decades, Mr. Matthew Bennett.Matthew and myself come to you today with the goal to talk through what it takes to get the gift you have to share to really reach your audience, in a world where 90% of books are rejected after the publisher peruses only the first page. And yet, nevertheless, a time where there are also more books being published than ever before.In today’s episode, Matt reveals which tactics his decades of experience (and 5 million books sold worldwide!) as an author, publisher, and consultant have taught him to increase the odds of succeeding in sharing your story.In addition, Matt will reveal why content isn’t really “King,” as well as how marketing, and constantly “moving the needle” can take your book to the next level.I also uncover a few behind the scenes stories from writing MY first bestselling book, as I reveal the procrastination that infested the early stages of my writing process.Some of the strategies and success stories shared today may certainly surprise you, so be ready to take notes! Tune into Episode 29 of Cure For The Common Life to hear more!In this episode you will learn:Some background on Matthew Bennett (1:13) Why now is the best time to write a book (3:45) Why you don’t need to be a leading expert to sell a book (4:22) What made it possible for him to publish a widely distributed book (with 3 million+ copies sold) on pregnancy, as a single man, with no medical background whatsoever (4:53) Why Matt always says, “Copy one persons work, and you’re a plagiarist. Steal everyone’s work and you’re a researcher.” (5:26) Why Matthew thinks your ‘why’ is the most important part of writing a book (5:40) The type of idea you need to write a book that sells (6:10) When content is NOT king, and why (6:57) How one woman made millions in book sales without writing a single word (7:16) The most common challenges of new authors, and alternate routes to avoid them (8:55) A few things I suffered the slings of in writing my own book (13:11) What Matt’s non-traditional marketing avenues are, as well as which type of books certain sales strategies tend to work best with (14:24) Why it’s NOT just about “getting in the bookstore” anymore (17:08) Whether it’s better to self-publish of work with a professional publisher (17:29) Methods to overcome the stigma of selling and fear of rejection (20:00) How to wind up with a deal that benefits everyone (25:10).Let’s Connect!WebsiteTwitterFacebookInstagramConnect With Matt Bennett:https://writeprintsell.comSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today, I’m breaking down what all this BADASS buzz is behind Dr.Vuu’s outlook on achieving longevity, as he and I reveal how YOU can begin working towards creating a longer, more energetic, abundantly healthy life too! In today’s episode, I am honored with the presence of one of the most sought after, anti-aging physicians in the industry, and Professor for the next generation of Health & Sciences at UCLA, Dr. Kien Vuu. Today, Dr. Vuu opens up about the voyage that transformed him from refugee, to white coat, to feeling like an imposter in his own field, to the health media personality he is today (featured on The Doctors and Access Hollywood). In the interview, Dr. Vuu shares some behind the scenes sentiments surrounding his personal relationship with chronic disease, including the specific methods he used to heal himself of diabetes and hypertension in under 6 months. We discuss what inspired Dr.Vuu into the field of health and Epigenetics specifically, as well as what he thinks to be the true crux of the problem within the Health Industry today. We also discuss the power of habits, and illuminate what’s on the flip side of our chronic diseases (longevity, peak performance, and abundant health), as well as how our thoughts, experiences, and emotions impact our DNA.Dr. Vuu and I each get personal as we share our own unique experiences with imposter syndrome, and I touch on the relationship between Epigenetics and ancestral wounds.Tune into Episode 28 of Cure For The Common Life to hear more!In This Episode You Will Learn:Some background on Dr.Vuu (1:23) What makes Dr. Vuu such a BADASS with this longevity stuff (4:40) What Interventional Radiology is and why Dr. Vuu was trained in it (6:32) How it all “came crashing down” for Dr. Vuu 4 years ago (7:08) What Dr. Vuu thinks is the REAL crux of the issue with the health industry today (7:45) How he was able to reverse his chronic diseases in less than 6 months (8:06) The things that make our cells “choose” chronic disease VS the things that make them choose abundant health, as well as WHY the interactions our DNA has with our environment matter (9:40) My experience with imposter syndrome within the last year (10:18) What Epigenetics is and how it fits into your longevity (11:14) The concept Dr. Vuu really wants people to understand from his book, Thrive State (12:33) What Dr. Vuu’s studies mean for your wellbeing (14:10) What you have to become aware of in order to initiate your own healing (17:00) How Epigenetics relate to ancestral wounds (18:40), A few tasks for my listeners to carry out this week (19:19) Dr. Vuu’s three parts of the biology of a habit (22:32).Let’s Connect!WebsiteTwitterFacebookInstagramConnect With Dr. Kien Vuu:www.KienVuu.com @kienVuumd Resources:Book: ThriveStateBook.com Free Epigenetics eBook - ThriveTo105.comSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kindness is one of our most powerful strengths. In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing how it has been such a strong motivator for me throughout my life, why showing outward kindness has led to me attracting a more positive tribe, as well as how our brain scientifically responds to healthy habits and reward cycles. I’m a huge proponent of the belief that life tends to run a lot smoother when we’re feeling good, which is one of the reasons I’m so excited to dive into this topic. In addition to highlighting the benefits that kindness brings, I’ll also be discussing some of the ways in which it was instilled in me during my childhood and why I’ve chosen to carry on that legacy in my adult life.     To learn more, tune in to Episode 27 of Cure For The Common Life!In This Episode You Will Learn:Why I’m so passionate about living optimistically (2:20)How our brain interprets pain, pleasure, and repetition to create reward cycles (3:32)Why there is no such thing as a ‘fearless’ person (8:13)The differences between internal and external kindness (9:42)The link kindness has to our brain’s dopamine production (13:26)Why being outwardly kind leads to us attracting more good into our lives (16:40)Why my mom made us participate in ‘basket brigades’ for Christmas (18:47)A task for my listeners to carry out this week (26:18)Let’s Connect!WebsiteTwitterFacebookInstagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joining me on the show today is a dear friend of mine and someone who I consider to be a voracious and commendable example of what hard work looks like, Malcolm-Jamal Warner! Malcolm is an actor, most notably known for his role as Theo Huxtable in The Cosby Show, as well as countless other programs such as Malcolm & Eddie, Community, and Suits just to name a few. In this episode, we discuss Malcolm’s road to success in the entertainment industry, why having such strong parental figures was so important for his own personal growth, and how his hometown of Atlanta has responded to the roaring political unrest we’ve seen unfold here in the US. Malcolm also shares how growing up in the public eye influenced him and taught him how to take on immense responsibilities at such a young age, as well as why performing has been such an integral part of his life.Tune in to Episode 26 of Cure For The Common Life to hear more!Some Questions I Ask:How is Atlanta responding to the political turmoil we’ve seen this year? (2:53)Who would you say has been the most influential person in your life? (7:01)Did you feel any pressure growing up with parents who were separated? (9:10)Where can people find you? (27:14)Is there any advice you can leave my listeners with today? (29:58)In This Episode You Will Learn:Some background on Malcolm-Jamal Warner (1:28)Why Malcolm’s Father made him do book reports during his summer vacations (9:34)The impact Malcolm’s Mom had on his acting career growing up (14:35)How my Father instilled strong and resilient beliefs in me as a child (23:03)Let’s Connect!WebsiteTwitterFacebookInstagramConnect With Malcolm-Jamal Warner:TwitterInstagram FacebookWebsiteIMDb PageResources:Book: Great American Negroes - Author, Ben RichardsonApple Music: Miles Long, Malcolm-Jamal Warner See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today’s episode, I’m shifting gears slightly.   I’ve decided to repurpose an interview I took part in earlier this year with a very dear friend of mine and former NFL star, Ray Lewis! I was fortunate enough to be featured on his podcast, Everyday Greatness, where we discussed all of the home truths and complexities that are so prevalent when it comes to personal development. We also speak on the very real and confronting issue of ingrained racism. In this interview, I open up about an extremely significant experience I faced in my younger years, which acted as a catalyst to many of the limiting and harmful beliefs I had regarding my race. So many of the opinions I hold today have been born out of the persistency and commitment I’ve had towards my own self-worth and I hope that by sharing these lessons, you can walk away feeling more enriched and resilient than ever before.   Tune in to Episode 25 of Cure For The Common Life to hear the full interview!Some Questions Ray Asks:What led you to partnering with Tony Robbins and pursuing the field of personal development back in 1986? (12:51)How do you define greatness? (18:47)Do you believe that failure is the key to success? (29:57)Why do you think it’s so hard for people to forgive themselves? (37:45)What advice can you give to the young adults trying to make their start in the midst of lockdown? (59:18)In This Episode You Will Learn:Some background on Ray Lewis (1:19)The importance of stepping out of your comfort zone (5:24)Ray’s advice on how to recognize and harness your own greatness (8:29)Where my internalized prejudice stemmed from (13:47)Why we have a responsibility to disenfranchised communities (20:29)The power of free will & The process behind ‘psychological hijacking’ (23:13)What the ‘cybernetic loop’ refers to (32:21)My advice on self-growth and habit building from a scientific standpoint (41:31)How Ray developed his internal drive and work ethic (48:48)Let’s Connect!WebsiteTwitterFacebookInstagramConnect With Ray Lewis:TwitterTeam No ExcusesResources:Book: Think and Grow Rich! - Author, Napoleon HillPodcast: Everyday Greatness - The Ray Lewis Podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What’s good, beautiful people? Today’s episode is a special one! You are going to hear me being interviewed by the most amazing man, Les Brown, and we are discussing something that we’re both pretty passionate about now, and that is, healing the generational wounds of racism. You’ve heard me talk, before, about epigenetics - the study of the beliefs that are handed down genetically to us, from our ancestors. My work revolves around interrupting those patterns that are beaten into us, and recently, I’ve written a book that shares the five keys to an extraordinary life, that will help you break those negative beliefs – ‘Dare To Be Magnificent’. Tune in to Episode 24 of Cure for The Common Life to learn more about the concepts and the practices in the book, as well as the details to the event called ‘Magnificent Life Challenge’, that you can join for free! In this episode, you will learn:What my new book, ‘Dare To Be Magnificent’ is all about & what ‘magnificent’ means. (03:27)My father’s five basic tenets of life. (05:02)What you can get from The Magnificent Life Challenge event & who’s it for. (11:30)How to interrupt the patterns that are beaten into us from a young age. (14:58)How you can help the Feeding America Foundation by participating for free in The Magnificent Life Challenge event. (16:52)How people can thrive only if the others around them thrive. (17:41)Let’s Connect!WebsiteTwitterFacebookInstagramThe Magnificent Life Challenge WebsiteBook: Joseph McClendon III - Dare To Be Magnificent: The Five Key Elements Of an Unshakable Extraordinary Life and Unlock Your Personal Power, Change Your Life & Thrive See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.