Achieve Your Goals with Hal Elrod

Have you ever felt apathy, depression, fear, or uncertainty about your future? Today’s guest, Neil Pasricha, will give you the simple ways in which you can transcend those feelings and replace them with ones that’ll make you happier. Neil is the best-selling author of seven books that sold over 2 million copies and spent over 200 weeks on bestseller lists, including The Book of Awesome, The Happiness Equation and Two-Minute Mornings. His first TED talk, The 3 A’s of Awesome, ranks among the “10 Most Inspiring of all time,” and his latest book, Our Book of Awesome: A Celebration of the Small Joys That Bring Us Together, just released. In today’s conversation, Neil shares his super simple framework you can use to be happier, the life-changing power of gratitude, and why the perfect day always starts with the perfect morning. KEY TAKEAWAYS The two-minute morning routine and how it can change your life. The power of vulnerability in creating deep relationships. The way you look at the world determines how you experience it. Why our brains are hardwired to seek problems, and how we can rewrite the stories they tell us. Appreciating the small stuff is a skill. With practice, you’ll get better with time. You might be practicing gratitude wrong. Here’s how to do it. Why you need to learn how to be happy so you can be successful. Readers are leaders! Learn how Neil manages to read 100+ books a year. Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/459 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Copyright © 2022 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

Whether you are married or not, in today’s episode I’m sharing the #1 (most effective) strategy I’ve used for transforming and optimizing any important relationship in your life.  Relationships aren’t linear. They have highs and lows, and it takes consistent work to make them thrive. 2016 was easily the most difficult year for Ursula and I. We were constantly fighting, I was losing hope, and I knew I had to do something significant, or our relationship may not have survived. Today, I’ll share the number one change I made that has transformed my marriage. Not only did it help save it, but it keeps evolving and improving each year. And the best part is that you can apply this framework to any relationship in your life that matters. KEY TAKEAWAYS The one commitment you can make today that will transform your marriage. The importance of commitment in everything you do in life. How going through adversity together helps strengthen your marriage. How you respond to difficult circumstances in life is a choice. Why not choose patience and empathy instead of anger? The power of focusing only on the things you can control. It only takes one person to transform a marriage or relationship. Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/458 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Copyright © 2022 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

Have you ever felt lost, depressed, scared, or unsure of what to do with your life? My guest today, Mike Koenigs, will show you that there is always a way to reimagine and reinvent yourself, no matter how overwhelmed you may feel. Mike is an extraordinarily successful serial entrepreneur who has earned tens of millions of dollars and worked with clients such as Tony Robbins, Paula Abdul, and Richard Dreyfuss. But in his early 50s, Mike felt purposeless, suicidal, and broke. In today’s conversation, Mike shares how he came to understand that our beliefs are what prevent us from accessing our power to change our circumstances, and he teaches us how our beliefs determine our happiness and purpose in life. Now, just a few years later, he’s happier and healthier than ever, runs a multimillion-dollar business and helps other entrepreneurs rediscover their purpose and find their next act in life. KEY TAKEAWAYS The foundational beliefs and values that will help you overcome any situation, no matter how difficult. The importance of working through your childhood trauma and unresolved issues. How Dan Sullivan’s advice helped him rediscover his purpose, get out of his massive $2 million debt, and build a thriving business. Why being honest and vulnerable isn’t a weakness; it’s your superpower. The next time you feel like life’s too much, be kind to yourself instead of judging your emotions. How meditating for three days straight helped Mike realize he could reinvent himself and create value for people in the process. You’ll also learn Mike’s 6-step framework for personally and professionally reinventing yourself, regardless of age. Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/457 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Copyright © 2022 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

Have you experienced the benefits of fasting? I found today’s conversation with Dr. Mindy Pelz on this topic to be fascinating. She is a leading expert in the fasting space who has empowered hundreds of thousands of people worldwide to be healthier, stronger, and have more energy through fasting. In our discussion, we discuss how fasting can help us detox from the chemicals in our bodies, the truth about intermittent fasting, and some easy-to-follow strategies to mobilize your body’s own healing and fat-burning abilities through fasting. Mindy also has a new book coming out, Fast Like a Girl, which has addresses the differences between how men and women should approach fasting, which we also touched on today. KEY TAKEAWAYS How fasting works and how to use it to supercharge your metabolism and immune system. Why the food pyramid makes us overeat bad foods that destroy our guts and health. The #1 step that will help you start fasting TODAY. Why women should fast differently from men. How one of her patients cured himself of cancer (Lymphoma) by doing three-day water fasts. The importance of having support and encouragement from your community when doing prolonged fasts. Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/456 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Copyright © 2022 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

I used to be the guy who said “family is my #1 priority” and yet, my schedule often told a completely different story. I was a workaholic, and I was in denial. Thankfully, Jon Vroman started Front Row Dads—a community for family men with businesses, not businessmen with families. Without exaggerating, my involvement with Front Row Dads has become the biggest factor contributing to my progress in becoming a better husband and father. Joining me on this special bonus episode of the podcast is none other than Jon Vroman and our great friend, Justin Donald. We’re talking about what it means to be the Dad and Husband your family deserves, what each of us is excelling at AND struggling with when it comes to our own families. We also talk about the upcoming Front Row Dads Live Summit, which is bringing 100+ men together from around the world to increase awareness, build brotherhood and ignite action to be better fathers and husbands. I’ll be speaking at the event, and I hope you’ll join us on December 2-4 in Austin, TX! Visit FrontRowDads.com/Live and use the discount code HAL for 10% off your ticket price. KEY TAKEAWAYS What does it mean to be a Front Row Dad? How to develop a better relationship with your kids through quarterly (or even monthly) one-on-one’s. Making plans that speak your spouse’s love language. Why a YES to somebody else, is by default, a NO to your family. Why getting together with like-minded Dads can completely transform your life at home. The value of spending time with AND without your family. A simple change I made to make my daughter go from being annoyed by me to feeling totally connected and wanting to spend time with me. Stop trying to set the agenda and figure out what’s important to your family instead. The difference between exposing yourself to information and immersing yourself in an experience. What will you gain from being at the Front Row Dads annual live event? Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/bonus Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Copyright © 2022 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

Do you ever struggle with your level of motivation? If so, you’re in good company as even highly successful people struggle to maintain consistent motivation. Most people feel very discouraged when they’re unmotivated. In today’s episode, I’ll be tackling this topic from different angles. You’ll learn what motivation is, where it comes from, and what to do when you lose it so you can get and stay motivated.  I’ll show you how to get motivated in a few easy steps and stay in that optimal state even when facing the most challenging circumstances. You’ll also learn how to hold yourself accountable to follow through on your goals and how you can apply these principles to be successful in every aspect of your life. KEY TAKEWAYS The biggest misconception around what motivation is – and what it really is. Why motivation is the result of action, not the other way around. The one decision I made that helped me double my income a few months after the 2008 crisis. How being accountable to others helps you to follow through on your goals. The importance of focusing your attention on the ONE thing that will improve your life in all areas. The 3 (three) steps you can take right now that will make it easier for you to stay motivated and take action. The beauty of knowing that only you are responsible for changing your life. Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/455 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Copyright © 2023 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

How much more effective could you be at creating everything you want for your life if you had a detailed (aka “vivid”) vision of where you’re going? Without a clear vision, it’s easy for us to get pulled in different directions and end up arriving somewhere less than ideal. That’s why I’m excited to talk to my friend, Cameron Herold. Cameron is the co-author of The Miracle Morning for Entrepreneurs, founder of the COO Alliance and author of Vivid Vision: A Remarkable Tool For Aligning Your Business Around a Shared Vision of the Future. Cameron's the guy to talk to if you want to gain exceptional clarity in your life (or business) to make your goals a reality. In our conversation, you’ll learn Cameron’s strategy for creating a Vivid Vision for your life, why setting bigger goals motivates you to achieve them, and the habits that make top performers successful. You’ll also hear Cameron talk about his experience living with monks, what he learned from working with Elon Musk’s brother, Kimbal, and how to put yourself in a peak emotional, physical, and spiritual state so you can improve your life and the lives of those around you. KEY TAKEAWAYS What living in a monastery taught Cameron about being present and living a spiritually rich life. Stop waiting for motivation to arrive! Learn how bigger goals can fuel you to achieve what you thought was impossible. Why you should enjoy the process instead of always worrying about the outcomes. The greatest obstacles that prevent people from achieving their goals. The importance of surrounding yourself with smart people that will hold you accountable and push you forward. Top performers know when it’s time to take action to achieve their goals. Others search for the magic bullet. The importance of anticipating setbacks and only focusing on things you can control. Perfection is the enemy of progress. Be kind to yourself when you slip up, and do better tomorrow. Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/454 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on your favorite podcast app, visit MiracleMorning.com/subscribe. Copyright © 2022 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

We’ve talked A LOT about inner freedom over the past couple of years, and specifically how you can gain the freedom to choose how you feel and how you experience every moment of your life—regardless of your circumstances. Choosing to maintain a state of authentic GRATITUDE can be one of the most beneficial states of consciousness we can choose—especially when we’re enduring difficult times—and yet that’s also when maintaining that state is most challenging. Enter today’s guest. Few people know this better than Louie Schwartzberg. Louie grew up with parents who were Holocaust survivors, and he learned the power of gratitude from a young age. Louie is an award-winning cinematographer, director, producer, and visual artist who tells stories that celebrate life. He's also produced three TED talks that have over 60 million combined views. His newest film, Gratitude Revealed, is a beautiful homage to gratitude and how it improves our lives – both as individuals and as a community. In today’s conversation, we discuss why it's crucial to be grateful when times are tough and how to do it, why suffering leads to growth, and Louie’s strategies for practicing gratitude in every moment. KEY TAKEAWAYS How Louie learned gratitude from his Holocaust survivor parents and how that inspired him to tell stories about adversity and gratitude through photography and filmmaking. The importance of being grateful not just when things are great but also when things feel terrible. Stop taking everything for granted. You can be grateful even for the small, mundane things that happen to you daily. Gratitude is a muscle, and it will get stronger with practice. Why being kind is always better than being right. How to sprinkle gratefulness throughout your daily existence to break the pattern of negative thinking and rumination. Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/453 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on your favorite podcast app, visit MiracleMorning.com/subscribe. Copyright © 2022 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

If you had a chance to learn how to set major goals from the man who sent clients to the wreck of the Titanic, arranged for people to get married by the Pope in the Vatican, and set up a private dinner at the feet of Michelangelo’s David (statue) while being serenaded by Andrea Bocelli, would you seize it? You are about to get that opportunity! My guest today, Steve Sims, has done things that seem like they’ve been ripped out of a Hollywood movie script. Forbes and Entrepreneur magazine have even called him “The Real Wizard of Oz.”  Steve is an example that you don’t need to be afraid to dream big and that nothing is impossible. Fear of failure is a self-fulfilling prophecy, and you need to eradicate those thoughts from your mind to achieve your most cherished goals. In today’s conversation, we discussed the importance of thinking big, taking massive action and why you should embrace failure to get to success. We also discuss Steve’s latest book Go For Stupid: The Art of Achieving Ridiculous Goals and his strategy for developing an unbeatable mindset that will make it possible to turn your dreams into a reality. KEY TAKEAWAYS The strategy that helped Steve go from being a nightclub doorman to doing business with Elon Musk, Sir Elton John, Sir Richard Branson, and many more. Why most people are scared to chase their deepest passions and Steve’s method for overcoming that problem. How to forget the word “impossible” and go after ridiculous, stupid goals! If you act boldly, chances are you’ll fail. But you have to get comfortable with failure to reach success. How Steve helps prison inmates turn illegal hustles into productive businesses. Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/452 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on your favorite podcast app, visit MiracleMorning.com/subscribe. Copyright © 2022 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

In today’s fast-paced world, I think it’s safe to say that most of us feel like there's not enough time in the day to get everything done that we need to get done—let alone find time for the things we want to be doing. What if I told you that, with just a few tweaks to your current schedule, you could be more productive and experience greater fulfillment than ever before? Today’s guest has helped millions realize that taking control of your time is not only doable, it’s simple. Laura Vanderkam is one of the world’s leading experts on time management and the author of seven (7) time management and productivity books, including her newest book, Tranquility by Tuesday: 9 Ways to Calm the Chaos and Make Time for What Matters. Her incredible TED talk on time management has over 20 million views and her work has appeared in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, and Fortune. Today, we’ll dig into the most common reasons why people struggle with time management and the nine (9) strategies that will help you take control of your time and build the life you want. KEY TAKEAWAYS Why life hacks that “save you time” are a lost cause, and why filling up your schedule with things that light up your soul is a better alternative. The number one reason most people struggle with time management. Laura’s nine (9) habits for mastering time management. Why Friday is the perfect day for planning your upcoming week. Perfection is the enemy of progress. Ditch the all-or-nothing mentality and give yourself permission to slip up once in a while. Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/451 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on your favorite podcast app, visit MiracleMorning.com/subscribe. Copyright © 2022 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube