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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Jan 9, 2024 • 4min
Effort Counts Thrice: Emerson on Mastery (Heroic +1 #1,632)
In this podcast, Brian Johnson discusses the concept of effort counting thrice in relation to mastery. He uses Emerson's passion for chess as an example, discussing themes such as conquering fear and laziness, and closing the gap between capability and actuality. Emerson's journey to becoming a professional chess player is also mentioned.
Jan 8, 2024 • 3min
Cucumbers & Pickles: Your Brain on Addiction (Heroic +1 #1,631)
This podcast discusses addiction and its effects on the brain, drawing on the book 'Irresistible' and the documentary 'The Social Dilemma'. It highlights the irreversible changes in the addicted brain and advises on avoiding relapse.
Jan 7, 2024 • 2min
Did I Win?: How to Sink a $1M Putt and Do Other Great Things (Heroic +1 #1,630)
The podcast discusses the importance of focusing on the process of goal achievement over the outcome, with a story about a professional golfer who found success by mastering the process of playing well.
Jan 6, 2024 • 3min
The Dreaded “U”: & How to Conquer It (Heroic +1 #1,629)
Conquering 'the lag' and practicing excellence: Exploring the concept of 'the lag' in a heroic quest, highlighting the importance of confidence, focus, and consistency in achieving excellence.
Jan 5, 2024 • 5min
The (Lucky) Master's Path: Walk One Mile & You’re Two Miles Farther Away (Heroic +1 #1,628)
Explore the concept of mastery and the commitment required to stay on the path of mastery. Embrace the journey and focus on showing up every day rather than just setting goals.
Jan 4, 2024 • 2min
A Psychological Success: Maslow Says Anyone Can Do This (Heroic +1 #1,627)
This podcast discusses Abraham Maslow's concept of psychological success, emphasizing self-acceptance and living in the present as key aspects of achieving it.
Jan 3, 2024 • 5min
A Quick Trip to Hell: Wake Up! This Isn't a Dress Rehearsal (Heroic +1 #1,626)
This podcast explores the concept of grit and stepping out of comfort zones to achieve greatness. It also delves into the idea of regret and how our failures and missed risks can haunt us. Learn how it's never too late to make positive changes.
Jan 2, 2024 • 2min
Time Traveling: Hanging Out With the Future You (Heroic +1 #1,625)
Brian Johnson discusses the concept of time traveling to meet our future selves and suggests following their advice to become our best selves.
Jan 1, 2024 • 3min
New Day’s Resolution: It’s Day 1 (Again!) (Always!) (Heroic +1 #1,624)
The podcast explores the significance of New Year's Day, the statistics of people making resolutions, and the importance of setting inspiring resolutions to become a better version of oneself. They also introduce the 'heroic app' to help people recommit to being their best self.
Dec 31, 2023 • 5min
Compassion vs. Encouragement: It’s Time to Have Courage Together (Heroic +1 #1,623)
The podcast explores the significance of love in our lives and the connection between love, compassion, and encouragement. It discusses different forms of love and highlights the importance of injecting courage into the lives of loved ones during challenging times.
