You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson
Brian Johnson
You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson features the best big ideas from life-changing books and practical tools to help you move from Theory to Practice to Mastery and flourish in Energy, Work, and Love. Get more wisdom in less time so you can activate your best, every day—so that we can change the world, one person at a time, together, starting with you and me and us, today! (Learn more about Heroic Public Benefit Corporation at https://heroic.us)
Episodes
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Jul 9, 2024 • 3min
I Salute the Divine Within: A Heroic Take on Namaste (Heroic +1 #1,814)
Explore the spiritual practice of Namaste, its origins in Hindu scriptures, and the significance of honoring the divine within others through a respectful greeting and farewell.
Jul 8, 2024 • 4min
The Salute: You Know the Origin Story? (Heroic +1 #1,813)
Exploring the origin story of the military salute, tracing it back to medieval European customs of respect. The hosts recount their trip to Virginia meeting members of the Naval Special Warfare and a FA-18 training squadron, including Captain Jason Fisheye Papadopoulos.
Jul 7, 2024 • 1min
Socks, Beds & Mastery: Dominate the Little Things (Heroic +1 #1,812)
Explore how simple tasks like putting on socks and making the bed can lead to self-improvement and empowerment, inspired by insights from 'Mastery' by George Leonard and lessons from Admiral McRaven and John Wooden.
Jul 6, 2024 • 3min
Your Future Socks : And Your Current Self (Heroic +1 #1,811)
Exploring the practice of flipping socks to connect with future self, brain study correlates activation with discipline, fostering confidence and discipline for the future.
Jul 5, 2024 • 6min
Novak on “The Gift”: It’s NOT a Gift—It was Trained (Heroic +1 #1,810)
The podcast explores mental toughness and training with Novak Djokovic, focusing on instilling anti-fragile confidence. It debunks the myth of greatness as a gift, highlighting the importance of hard work and perseverance for achieving excellence.
Jul 4, 2024 • 4min
Declaring Our Independence: And Winning the War Within (Heroic +1 #1,809)
The podcast discusses reflecting on America's Independence Day, highlighting the seven-year battle within and the importance of heroic leadership. It emphasizes the internal struggle between vice and virtue, urging independence from negative habits and perseverance in the internal battle for at least seven years.
Jul 3, 2024 • 4min
Past vs. Present Tense: We’re Never Exonerated (Heroic +1 #1,808)
Team members discuss personal growth amidst ongoing challenges during a morning walk on the Johnson Ranch, embracing struggles as part of their journey towards fulfillment.
Jul 2, 2024 • 4min
Your Flight Is Delayed: What’s Your Ideal Response? (Heroic +1 #1,807)
Explore how to turn flight delays into opportunities for growth by practicing resilience and strength building through physical activities and shifting mindset.
Jul 1, 2024 • 3min
Don’t Feel Good?: Can You Still Swim Good? (Heroic +1 #1,806)
The podcast discusses the importance of excelling in performance regardless of emotional state. It uses examples like Michael Phelps to emphasize the value of practice and focusing on what matters to succeed in any circumstance.
Jun 30, 2024 • 3min
Squeeze the Data Juice: Then DOMINATE! (Heroic +1 #1,805)
Exploring how data from devices like the Aura ring can enhance performance and well-being. Finding balance between data analysis for improvement and spontaneity.
