Send us a textIn this episode Nick and I take a deep dive into what it takes to calibrate your mind, from cultivating belief to slaying the dragon that is your bad habits. Nick also goes into his personal struggles with a traumatic bike accident that shifted his mindset forever.Connect with Nick Sweeney! https://www.youtube.com/@UCsm_nME9eWR2EyB_H5GuKqA Connect with Ryan! https://twitter.com/RyanJAyalaConnect with Us! https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/Chapters:00:00 Intro00:24 Nick’s life changing bike accident04:02 Nick’s healing journey08:56 how breath-work helped recovery12:55 cultivating belief17:56 habits + identity = success20:33 killing that ONE bad habit 22:32 how to change your habits29:48 eliminating fear33:24 3 phases of change40:20 meditation39:48 being present through meditation44:19 “gratitude is the ultimate state of receivership”56:11 allow yourself to be bored58:42 key takeawaysConnect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

Send us a textMy guest today is Kasra MoradiKasra is an internet entrepreneur who is absolutely killing it right now on TikTok Shop. I brought him on to hear what is going on with TikTok Shop and to find out if the hype real.0 - Intro 1:05 - New age money 5:36 - How Tiktok Shop is dominating competition 9:30 - Mindset 19:13 - Where to start in entrepreneurship 25:21 - Tiktok Shop breakdown 35:34 - Finding the right mentor 39:50 - Business advice for Ryan 45:45 - One lesson that shifted Kasra’s lifeAbout the guest:Connect with Kasra! https://www.instagram.com/realkasramoradi/Connect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

Send us a textMy Guest today is former pro athlete Lance KearseLance shares his story and the experiences that have shaped him. He discusses the impact of money on relationships, the challenges he faced with sickle cell disease, and the importance of mental and physical health. He emphasizes the need for routine and consistency in sleep, sunbathing, diet, hydration, exercise, and stress management. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Life Story03:17 The Impact of Money on Relationships06:38 Challenges with Sickle Cell Disease and Mental Health08:59 The Importance of Routine and Consistency19:33 Documentary Project on Sickle Cell Trait34:09 Navigating the Healthcare System50:56 Respecting the Body's Natural Processes58:32 The Value of Competency and Accomplishment01:03:29 Understanding and Adapting to Miami01:05:55 The Relaxed Lifestyle in Spain01:07:03 Exploring Different Cultures Through Living in Different Places01:13:24 The Challenges of Living in Other Countries01:18:04 Navigating the Complexities of the Health Industry01:22:50 The Nuances of Pursuing Money and Building Wealth01:26:38 Embracing the Nuances and Complexities of LifeConnect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

Send us a textMy guest today is Andrew Marsh, creator of Drue Fit. He is an educator on many health and fitness related topics, including how to achieve healing. In this conversation, Andrew and Ryan discuss various topics related to health, fitness, and self-improvement.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Catching Up00:59 Getting in Shape and Body Fat Percentage08:40 The Pro-Metabolic Approach to Health18:42 Supplements for Health and Physique25:34 Exploring Solutions for Hair Loss28:29 Effective Training Methods31:46 Finding Balance in Health and Fitness33:39 Navigating Fitness Advice and Influencers37:58 Essential Exercises for Overall Fitness42:50 Exploring Carb Backloading48:37 Understanding the Effects of Alcohol and Nicotine52:33 The Practice of Looks Maxing55:28 The Benefits of the Carrot Salad58:51 The Importance of Detoxing for Health01:06:43 Evaluating Energy Levels as a Marker of HealthConnect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

Send us a textMy guest is TJ Bongiorno, Founder of Ramp Health.In this conversation, Ryan and TJ discuss their experiences in starting and growing their businesses. They share insights on the importance of taking action, learning from mistakes, and focusing on marketing and sales. They also discuss the role of personal branding and the power of influencers in driving sales. The conversation touches on the challenges of running ads and the need for proper education and resources.Connect with TJ!https://x.com/Thomas_Salamus_Connect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

Send us a textZach Pogrob is an entrepreneur with an obsession for obsession. He runs the Instagram account 'Behavior Hack. Where he has amassed over 1.3 million followers for good reason. Zach develops content with the focus of helping people improve their habits, productivity, and well-being.TakeawaysMaking big decisions and taking extreme agency can lead to significant change in a short period of time.Negative events can sometimes serve as a catalyst for positive change.Staying true to one's core skills and not getting distracted by new opportunities is important for long-term success.Providing value to an audience while making money requires a balance.Taste plays a crucial role in creating compelling content.Obsession can be a lifestyle that brings both challenges and rewards.Fame can have unintended side effects and it's important to maintain authenticity.Personal branding requires finding a balance between being the face of a brand and letting the work speak for itself. Obsession can exist without the individual and the idea can become more important.Solitude and isolation are crucial in cultivating obsession and achieving greatness.Running can serve as a movement meditation and change one's perception of the city.Being an artist, athlete, and entrepreneur is a modern version of being a Renaissance man.Chapters00:00 The Power of Obsession and Extreme Agency02:28 The Importance of Staying Focused on the Core Thing06:08 Providing Free Value and Avoiding Quick Money-Making Opportunities09:32 Authenticity and Staying True to One's Taste in Content Creation12:48 The Challenges and Unintended Consequences of Fame23:55 The Leader and the Spark25:50 Obsession, Madness, and Genius29:17 The Power of Solitude and Isolation33:08 Running: A Transformative Activity44:54 Becoming a Renaissance ManConnect with Zach!https://www.instagram.com/behaviorhack/https://twitter.com/zachpogrobConnect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

Rob Oliver, a serial entrepreneur who sold his brand for $30 million, shares insights on entrepreneurship highs and lows, post-sale experiences, future business trends, struggles of creator-focused brands, TikTok Shop, AI in business, and building a dream life.

Send us a textMy guest today is Gavin MeenanGavin shares his personal experience with avoiding pain and the impact it had on his life. He discusses how he created a tough guy persona to protect himself from vulnerability and suppressed his true identity. Gavin talks about hitting rock bottom and the emptiness he felt. He explores the role of therapy, journaling, and psychedelic retreats in his healing journey. He emphasizes the importance of creating time for solitude and self-reflection to identify and address underlying emotions and thoughts.Chapters00:00 Avoiding Pain and Creating a False Persona03:24 Expressing and Facing Pain07:52 The Impact of Avoidance and Suppression09:50 The Role of Honesty in Personal Growth and Relationships12:23 Therapy, Journaling, and Meditation for Self-Discovery and Healing20:39 Taking Action for Lasting ChangeConnect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

Send us a textMy Guest today is @rafdelafuente Connect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

Send us a textTHIS EPISODE IS A MUST LISTEN. Brett Erik is an online writer whose work has exploded on Twitter. Connect with Brett!https://twitter.com/_gardenofwords_ Chapters00:00 Business as a Spiritual Discipline: Transformative Experiences and Resilience09:52 The Power of Mentorship and Effective Communication36:39 The Power of Understanding and Communication39:10 Precision in Communication: Conveying the Core Message49:21 Reattribution of Emotional States: Understanding the Root52:11 Alignment of Values and Behavior: Living with Purpose56:09 Ancient Wisdom and Personal Growth01:03:34 Forming a Personal Philosophy: Integrating Knowledge and Experience01:22:46 The Impact of Influential Figures: Evaluating Philosophy and Intentions01:31:49 Resources for Personal Growth and Self-DiscoveryConnect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala