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Dec 22, 2021 • 1h 27min

Avoid Burnout, Learn Faster, Improve Your Memory & Overcome Procrastination w/Thomas Frank EP 1205

Today’s guest is Thomas Frank! He’s a video creator and author with a focus on helping people become more capable of whatever they aspire to do. On his YouTube channel with over 2 million subscribers, he creates artistic and educational videos around productivity, habits, and "learning how to learn". In this episode we discuss how to better understand why we get burnt out and how to avoid it, the techniques Thomas uses to learn new things faster and improve your memory, how to actually master your time management, How to overcome procrastination and develop self-discipline and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1205Kobe Bryant on Mamba Mentality, NBA Titles, and Oscars: https://link.chtbl.com/691-podKevin Hart Breaks Down His Secrets to Success: https://link.chtbl.com/956-podKatherine Schwarzenegger Pratt on the Power of Forgiveness: https://link.chtbl.com/925-pod 
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Dec 20, 2021 • 1h 29min

Eliminate Brain Fog, Increase Your Focus & Control Your Motivation w/Andrew Huberman EP 1204

Today's guest is Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman. He's a Professor of Neurobiology and Ophthalmology at Stanford. Andrew runs Stanford's lab that primarily studies brain states - such as fear, courage, anxiety, calm - and how we can better move into and out of them through practices like visual cues, breathwork, movement, and supplementation.In this episode we discuss why we experience brain fog and the best morning and night routines to get rid of it, the 90 minute focus hack that you should try, how to manage your dopamine levels to stay motivated, how “The Gap Effect” can hugely benefit your ability to accelerate your learning, how drugs and alcohol affect your brain and body and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1204Previous episodes with Andrew:www.lewishowes.com/1015www.lewishowes.com/1016www.lewishowes.com/1072www.lewishowes.com/1073 
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Dec 17, 2021 • 1h 23min

Top SECRET Psychological Strategies To Read Anyone & Get What You Want! w/Chris Voss & Evy Poumpouras EP 1203

There's a way to always get what you want and it starts with being able to accurately read people. Human beings are social creatures which means understanding how we communicate is one of the most important parts of our lives and that’s why this week I wanted to bring together two extraordinary interviews I’ve had with former Secret Service Agent, Evy Poumpouras, and former FBI Negotiator, Chris Voss.In this episode we discuss how to build rapport and trust with someone, knowing the difference between someone who is lying or telling the truth, the formula to get people to do things for you because they feel like it, the hostage negotiation tactics you should be using on a daily basis, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1203Get Chris' book: Never Split the DifferenceGet Evy's book: Becoming BulletproofCheck out the full episodes:Chris Voss EP 902 - www.lewishowes.com/902Evy Poumpouras EP 1092 - www.lewishowes.com/1092 
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Dec 15, 2021 • 1h 34min

Trauma: The Invisible Epidemic & How To Heal From It w/Dr. Paul Conti EP 1202

Today’s guest is Psychiatrist Dr. Paul Conti. He’s a graduate of Stanford University School of Medicine. He completed his psychiatry training at Stanford and at Harvard, where he was appointed chief resident. He then served on the medical faculty at Harvard before founding his own clinic. He’s written a new book called Trauma: The Invisible Epidemic: How Trauma Works and How We Can Heal From It.In this episode we discuss how trauma is the root of so many problems, yet it’s not easy for us to discuss, how to better understand and heal from trauma, the first steps to take with yourself before seeing a therapist, why your inner dialogue heavily affects your mental health and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1202Get Dr. Conti's new book: TraumaMel Robbins: The “Secret” Mindset Habit to Building Confidence and Overcoming Scarcity: https://link.chtbl.com/970-podDr. Joe Dispenza on Healing the Body and Transforming the Mind: https://link.chtbl.com/826-podMaster Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins: https://link.chtbl.com/715-pod  
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Dec 13, 2021 • 1h 13min

Shaun White Reveals The Keys To Achieving Big Goals & A Winner's Mindset EP 1201

Today’s guest is Shaun White. He’s a dual sport professional athlete who maintains some of the highest accolades within snowboarding and skateboarding. Despite being born with a heart defect, Shaun has earned numerous titles and victories, such as 3 Winter Olympic gold medals and is the only athlete to receive two perfect 100 scores during competition. He holds the X Games record for the most gold medals with 15 and the highest overall medal count to date with 23 medals.In this episode we discuss how to stay energized when you’re pursuing high level goals, having a champion’s mindset and dealing with self doubt, his approach to his self-development journey, the biggest mistakes people make when setting big goals, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1201Check out Shaun's website: www.shaunwhite.comKobe Bryant on Mamba Mentality, NBA Titles, and Oscars: https://link.chtbl.com/691-podKevin Hart Breaks Down His Secrets to Success: https://link.chtbl.com/956-podKatherine Schwarzenegger Pratt on the Power of Forgiveness: https://link.chtbl.com/925-pod 
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Dec 10, 2021 • 1h 51min

The 5 Secrets to Success (They Didn't Teach You In School) EP 1200

One of the main reasons I created this show was to learn about topics that weren’t discussed in school when it came to being successful. I felt like there was a lot of the emotional side of things left out when I was growing up. This week I wanted to bring together some of the most successful people I know to share some of the biggest secrets to building your dream life, becoming successful and being fulfilled while doing it.In this episode we discuss how talent is overrated and how to actually work towards getting what you want with Seth Godin, the importance of loving yourself with Tony Robbins, how to manifest success with Mel Robbins, the power of reflection with David Goggins, how to develop a strong morning routine with Robin Sharma and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1200The High 5 Habit & The Secret To Motivation w/ Mel Robbins: https://link.chtbl.com/1170-podTony Robbins: Own Your Future in Business, Life & Love: https://link.chtbl.com/1107-podThe Wim Hof Experience: Mindset Training, Power Breathing, and Brotherhood: https://link.chtbl.com/910-pod 
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Dec 8, 2021 • 1h 45min

The 5 Pillars To Increasing Your Lifespan & Aging in Reverse w/Dr. Valter Longo EP 1199

Today’s Guest is Dr. Valter Longo. He has thirty years of experience in the field of longevity and healthy eating. He is the Director of the Longevity Institute at the University of Southern California and the Director of the Longevity and Cancer Program at the Italian Foundation for Cancer Research’s Institute of Molecular Oncology in Milan, Italy. In 2018, TIME Magazine named Professor Longo as one of the 50 most influential people in health care for his research on fasting-mimicking diets as a way to improve health and prevent disease. He’s also the best-selling author of The Longevity Diet. In this episode we discuss the main causes of people not having longevity, what the longevity diet is and why it works, the five pillars of longevity and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1199Get Dr. Longo's book - https://www.valterlongo.com/the-longevity-diet/Mel Robbins: The “Secret” Mindset Habit to Building Confidence and Overcoming Scarcity: https://link.chtbl.com/970-podDr. Joe Dispenza on Healing the Body and Transforming the Mind: https://link.chtbl.com/826-podMaster Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins: https://link.chtbl.com/715-pod   
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Dec 6, 2021 • 1h 46min

The Science of Building Confidence & Self Esteem w/Harvard Psychologist Amy Cuddy EP 1198

Today’s guest is Amy Cuddy. She’s a social psychologist, award-winning Harvard lecturer, expert on the behavioral science of power, presence, and prejudice and best-selling author of the book Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges.In this episode we discuss what it means to have personal power and how to develop it, why it’s important to overcome trauma from the past, how to stop being afraid of going after your dreams, the science behind body posture and power posing and how it can affect your confidence, and so much more!For more go to - www.lewishowes.com/1198Read her book - https://www.amazon.com/Presence-Bringing-Boldest-Biggest-Challenges/dp/0316256587Check out her website - www.amycuddy.comMel Robbins: The “Secret” Mindset Habit to Building Confidence and Overcoming Scarcity: https://link.chtbl.com/970-podDr. Joe Dispenza on Healing the Body and Transforming the Mind: https://link.chtbl.com/826-podMaster Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins: https://link.chtbl.com/715-pod 
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Dec 3, 2021 • 1h 12min

Joel Osteen On Thriving In Relationships, Marriage & Love EP 1197

Today’s guest is Joel Osteen, he’s the pastor of the Lakewood Church, which is the largest church in America. After becoming the senior pastor in 1999 after his father’s passing, he’s grown the weekly attendance from 5,000 to over 50,000. His sermons reach millions of people a week across television, radio and online. He’s the best-selling author of over 12 books and he’s published a new book called You Are Stronger Than You Think. This is the second part to my conversation with Joel, so if you haven’t heard the first part that’s focused around having a strong mindset, make sure to go to www.lewishowes.com/1180In this episode we discuss the biggest reason it’s so hard to find meaningful relationships these days, the 3 things you and your partner have to be aligned with, the key to having a thriving marriage, how to grow with your partner over the long-term and so much more!I felt so inspired by our conversation and Joel’s outlook on relationships that afterwards I felt called to do a solo round of a few of the biggest questions and themes that I’m seeing come up from you guys around relationships, so make sure to stick around for that.For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1197Get Joel's new book - https://www.joelosteen.com/store/booksThe Power of Erotic Intelligence with Esther Perel: https://link.chtbl.com/732-podFind Lasting Love with Matthew Hussey: https://link.chtbl.com/811-pod 
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Dec 1, 2021 • 1h

How To Create Boundaries With A Narcissist w/Dr. Ramani Durvasula (PART 2) EP 1196

Today’s guest is Dr. Ramani Durvasula. She’s a licensed clinical psychologist and Professor of Psychology at California State University in Los Angeles. The focus of Dr. Ramani’s clinical, academic and consultative work is the cause and impact of narcissism and high-conflict, entitled, antagonistic personality styles on human relationships, mental health, and societal expectations. She’s also the best-selling author of “Don’t You Know Who I Am?”: How to Stay Sane in the Era of Narcissism, Entitlement and Incivility. This is a topic that truly fascinated me so much that I split this episode into two parts! Make sure to listen to part 1 by going to www.lewishowes.com/1195In this episode we discuss the biggest misconceptions about narcissists, the essential components of every healthy relationship, the red flags to watch out for in your own relationships, the difference between narcissistic personality disorder and narcissistic personality traits, the key to loving yourself in a more fulfilling way, how to create boundaries with a narcissist, and so much more!For more go to - www.lewishowes.com/1196Read Dr. Ramani's books - https://www.amazon.com/Dont-You-Know-Who-Entitlement/dp/1682617521 & https://www.amazon.com/Should-Stay-Surviving-Narcissistic-Relationship/dp/1618688782Check out her website - http://doctor-ramani.com/The Power of Erotic Intelligence with Esther Perel: https://link.chtbl.com/732-podFind Lasting Love with Matthew Hussey: https://link.chtbl.com/811-pod 

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