For many people, particularly high achievers, happiness and fulfillment are often tied to the results they achieve – and despite reaching certain levels of success, they find that they are constantly seeking something more. If you’ve ever felt this way, the solution may lie in striving to live what Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, our guest in Episode 160 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, calls an “earned life.”  With nearly 40 years of hands-on experience working with over 200 major CEOs and their management teams, Marshall is the leading expert on leadership and coaching for behavioral change – in fact, he’s been ranked as the world's #1 executive coach and is a member of the Thinkers50 Hall of Fame. In addition to several other accolades, Marshall is a New York Times #1 best-selling author who has written and edited 51 books, including “What Got You Here Won't Get You There” and “Triggers.” In this week’s episode, Marshall discusses insights from his career and particularly from his latest book, “The Earned Life,” including the following: What it means to live an earned life, or when your activities, mission and purpose are connected with a higher sense of aspiration, regardless of the outcomes The importance of doing the best you can to be happy now and looking inwards for satisfaction, rather than to external factors Tips for identifying what is meaningful to you, and why doing so is important in order to feel fulfilled To learn more about Marshall and his work, search for his books on Amazon or visit https://marshallgoldsmith.com, where you’ll find a library of free videos and other resources.  To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMindsetGame.com.   

When seeking to optimize your health, longevity, and well-being, there are numerous solutions available beyond those commonly prescribed in Western medicine. Some of these solutions may be considered to be part of a practice known as biohacking, which involves trying to take control of your own biology in order to achieve specific results or enhance overall wellness.  As a three-time author, professional speaker, and podcaster with two shows, including a biohacking and personal development podcast called “Get Yourself Optimized,” Stephan Spencer – our guest in Episode 159 of The MINDSet Game® podcast – routinely tries different biohacks in his own life. From nootropics and other supplements to brain and full-body scans to simpler solutions, such as wearing glasses that block blue light before bedtime in order to improve sleep quality, Stephan describes a wide range of biohacking modalities while sharing his personal experiences with some of them. He also discusses the following: The importance of getting clear on your end goal when experimenting with any type of biohacking, in order to channel the power of your intention and find the specific modalities that may work best for you Why it’s important to measure your results so you can identify which biohacks are working and adjust accordingly The difference between inner intention (which arises when you have a specific goal in mind) and outer intention (which is separate from yourself, but can be tapped into in order to optimize your results) To learn more about Stephan and the “Get Yourself Optimized” podcast, visit https://www.getyourselfoptimized.com. To learn about Stephan’s other podcast and work as a marketing and SEO expert, visit https://www.marketingspeak.com.  To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.  

One common misconception about how our brains work is that the right side is associated with emotions, while the left side controls rational thinking. In reality, the left and right hemispheres of our brains each have their own thinking and feeling systems, creating four specific parts of the brain that have different functions and personalities. By embracing whole brain living – or getting to know and accept the different parts of our brains and how they work together – we can enjoy the gifts of all of them and empower ourselves to make better choices on a moment-by-moment basis.  As the author of “Whole Brain Living: The Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life,” Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is a Harvard-trained and published neuroanatomist who is now affiliated with the Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Neurology. She is also the author of the New York Times bestseller, “My Stroke of Insight,” which documents her personal experience with a severe hemorrhage in the left hemisphere of her brain that caused her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life. Dr. Taylor is a dynamic teacher and public speaker who loves educating all age groups, academic levels, and corporations about the beauty of our human brain, and how we can work with ourselves to live a more peaceful life. In Episode 158 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, Dr. Taylor discusses the following:  An overview of the anatomy of the brain, including the reptilian and mammalian parts, as well as the right hemisphere (which is focused on the present moment) and the left hemisphere (which is able to consider the past and future) The different traits of the four “characters” in our brains: character one, or left thinking, which favors order and control; character two, or left emotion, which can bring the pain of past experiences into the present; character three, or right emotion, where the boundaries we create for ourselves begin to dissolve, allowing us to access greater joy and creativity; and character four, or right thinking, which experiences simple awareness and awe of our own existence A practice known as a “brain huddle” that can help you bring all four parts of your brain into balance To learn more about Dr. Taylor and her work, visit https://www.drjilltaylor.com.  To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.  

Between balancing careers, relationships, health, hobbies, spirituality and more, many people – particularly high-achievers – feel that they do not have enough time to do everything they’d like to do. In addition to creating stress, this feeling of being pulled in multiple directions can prevent us from reaching our full potential and unleashing greatness in ourselves and others. Therefore, it’s crucial to get clear on your most important priorities and keep them at the center of your daily routine. Bob Mulhern, our guest in Episode 157 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, understands the challenges that come with juggling many different obligations. In addition to being the father of nine children, Bob is a senior managing director for Colliers Arizona, where he leads a $50 million commercial real estate brokerage operation for over 120 professionals, and the cofounder of Great Hearts Arizona, a charter school management organization that operates 24 schools and educates over 15,000 students between kindergarten and 12th grade. He is a past recipient of the Phoenix Business Journal’s “Arizona’s Most Admired Leaders” recognition, NAIOP Arizona’s Lifetime Achievement Award, and is currently recognized as an Arizona State University 100 Business Leader. In this week’s episode, Bob discusses the following: The pitfalls of prioritizing the most urgent things in your life rather than the most important How keeping your non-negotiable priorities at the center of your to-do list each day – even if that requires you to decline certain opportunities – can help you shift to viewing time as an abundant, rather than scarce, resource The value of focusing on progress rather than perfection, and striving to do your best rather than be the best Why it’s important to try to not only attract people and opportunities that are in alignment with your higher purpose, but also repel those that are not To learn more about Bob or connect with him, find him on LinkedIn. To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.  

Dr. Rollin McCraty, an expert in global coherence, discusses the impact of the earth's solar cycles and energetic fields on our productivity and well-being. He explores the Global Coherence Initiative and the importance of personal and global coherence. The podcast also covers the concept of social holograms, group coherence, the correlation between solar activity and human behavior, and the interconnection of magnetic fields.

Under Western medicine – particularly in the U.S. – many people rely on medications and guidance from healthcare providers to treat their physical and psychological ailments. While these types of treatments are crucial in some situations, we all have tools within us that can promote healing and greater well-being, without the costs or side effects that medications may bring. As the founder and CEO of the Center for Mind-Body Medicine in Washington, D.C., Harvard-educated psychiatrist Dr. Jim Gordon is internationally recognized for using self-awareness, self-care, and group support to heal population-wide psychological trauma. Dr. Gordon is also the author of the book, “Transforming Trauma: The Path to Hope and Healing,” a clinical professor at Georgetown Medical School, and served as Chairman of the White House Commission on Complementary and Alternative Medicine Policy under Presidents Clinton and George W. Bush. In Episode 155 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, Dr. Gordon discusses the following: The concept of mind-body medicine, which can be described in two ways: the recognition of the scientific reality that various aspects of our mental and emotional functioning affect every organ and cell in our body (and vice versa); and the idea that we each have the capacity to impact our physical and psychological wellness through simple techniques of self-awareness and self-care Common misconceptions about trauma, which is a natural part of life that we all experience to some degree Key steps and techniques in the process of healing trauma in order to unlock greater physical, psychological, and emotional well-being Dr. Gordon also guides us through a simple concentrative meditation, explaining the physiological benefits of each step.  To learn more about the Center for Mind-Body Medicine and access its resources, visit https://cmbm.org. For more on Dr. Gordon and his work with healing trauma, look for his book, “Transforming Trauma: The Path to Hope and Healing.”  To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.   

As we go through life, we all encounter hardships, which can range from minor setbacks to devastating tragedies. While it may not be possible to avoid these hardships, we can make the choice to be resilient. Defined as “the ability to spring back into shape after being pulled, bent, or stretched” or “the capability to recover quickly from difficulties,” resilience can help you lead a happy and fulfilled life, regardless of the challenges you’ve faced. Despite experiencing a series of heartbreaking events in her personal life, Nancy Gale – our guest in Episode 154 of The MINDSet Game® podcast – has built an incredible life and career through the power of resilience. She is the founder and designer of the luxury handbag brand, JAMAH, as well as a mentor and passionate activist who founded a nonprofit entrepreneurial program called AMBITION. The mission of this amazing organization is to provide disadvantaged youth with the support, access, and resources necessary to reach their goals. JAMAH clients include Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Jessica Alba, Channing Tatum and Bill & Hillary Clinton. AMBITION special guests include Sir Richard Branson and President Bill Clinton. In this week’s episode, Nancy shares more of her story and discusses the following: The concept of resilience as a choice that you have to make over and over again, with a great deal of positive thought and happiness – even if you are forcing yourself to put on a happy face How approaching and sharing your hardships with power, not pity, can help you make progress while also having a positive impact on others who may have experienced something similar An acronym that can help you gain clarity and get back on track, no matter what you are facing: STOP, which stands for settle down, take a breath, own it, and poof! (Get back to work) The value of creating balance between hard work and playfulness, which includes finding joy and meaning in your day-to-day work  To learn more about Nancy and JAMAH, visit https://www.jamah.com. For more on the AMBITION organization, visit https://www.ambition.org.  To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.   

Driven by both evolutionary instincts and societal hierarchies, we all have a natural inclination to position ourselves as “special” or somehow superior to others. While receiving praise or other confirmation of our positive attributes can quickly boost our happiness and self-esteem, it can also become addictive – and when we then receive criticism or feel that we didn’t succeed at something, it can be tempting to simply seek another self-esteem boost in order to feel better. However, this cycle is not sustainable and can lead to the perpetual feeling that we’re not enough. To break free from the endless cycle of self-evaluation and social comparison, Dr. Ron Siegel – our guest in Episode 153 of The MINDSet Game® podcast – suggests embracing the beauty of being ordinary. Dr. Siegel is an assistant professor of psychology at Harvard Medical School, where he has taught for over 35 years, and a long-time student of mindfulness meditation who serves on the board of directors and faculty of the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy. He is also the author of several books, including “The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary: Finding Happiness Right Where You Are.” In this week’s episode, Dr. Siegel discusses: Steps to take when trying to shift away from constant self-evaluation as a path to happiness and find joy in being ordinary – and why it’s important to do so The value of creating genuine connections with others rather than focusing on the impression you are making, as well as strategies that can help you be more present with your friends and loved ones Techniques for cultivating self-compassion (which differs from self-esteem), including those that engage your head, heart, and habits To learn more about Dr. Ron Siegel, visit https://drronsiegel.com, or look for his new book, “The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary.”  To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.   

Many of us have been taught that the emotions we experience – particularly those that are considered negative, such as anger, fear, and sadness – are less valuable and socially acceptable than our rational thoughts. As a result, we often repress and avoid our emotions rather than paying attention to what they may be trying to tell us.  Karla McLaren, our guest in Episode 152 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, believes that our emotions are special gifts that can offer us important information about our lives and relationships. As a social science researcher and empathy innovator, Karla is the CEO of Emotion Dynamics Incorporated, developer of Dynamic Emotional Integration, and the creator of the Empathy Academy. She is also the award-winning author of several books, including Embracing Anxiety, The Dynamic Emotional Integration Workbook, The Art of Empathy, The Power of Emotions at Work, and her latest book, the updated, revised version of The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You. In today’s episode, Karla discusses the following: - The concept of the language of emotions, or the process of learning how to identify and work with your emotions in order to develop a greater understanding of yourself, others, and the world around you  - The specific skills and insights that different emotions – including anger, sadness, fear, and shame – can offer when you become more conscious of them, as well as questions to ask yourself in order to access those gifts - Why it’s important for teams within organizations to develop a shared emotional vocabulary, rather than trying to eradicate emotions at work  - Steps that leaders can take in order to start embracing emotions and an emotional vocabulary in the workplace To learn more about Karla, visit https://karlamclaren.com. To access her courses and other resources, visit https://empathyacademy.org.  To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.   

Given the rapid pace of change in today’s world, the average worker may expect to be laid off three times over the course of their career. While the experience of being downsized is no longer uncommon, it can elicit a range of emotions, from resentment and shame to excitement for the new opportunities ahead. If you find yourself facing a career transition – regardless of your unique circumstances – there are several steps you can take in order to ease the process and ensure that your next position will be well-suited to your goals, strengths, and interests.  As the Senior Vice President of Global Operations and Delivery at Lee Hecht Harrison, a leading global provider for career transition and mobility services, Katrina Villarreal has over 20 years of experience providing services in the areas of recruiting, workforce planning, leadership development, change management and outplacement support. She is passionate about helping people – at what is often a difficult time in their lives due to having lost their jobs – see what options may be available to them and helping them transition into what could be an even better opportunity than what they had previously. In Episode 151 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, Katrina shares the following insights: The importance of reflecting on where you currently are and your most recent position, including developing a strong “exit statement” to answer the common recruiter question of, “Why did you leave your last job?” How seeking guidance and support from a career coach or trusted friends, colleagues and community can help you discover the different opportunities that may be available to you and lead you to your ideal next step  The power of mindset, and how approaching your job search in terms of the mutual value that you and an organization can provide one another may help position you as a more attractive candidate  Tips for networking and helping your connections help you  To learn more about Lee Hecht Harrison’s services for both employers and job seekers, visit www.lhh.com.  To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.