Values are a fundamental part of our lives. For better or worse, they shape everything we do, from the words we say to the actions we take.

Your life experience sets the stage for the values that you live out later in life. But are these values helping or hindering you?

In this episode, I discuss the profound importance of your values and how you can live out values that improve your life and the lives of everyone around you.

Show Highlights Include:

• How values influence the actions you take and how to harness them to improve your life ([0:59])
• Why living without clearly defined values is making you miserable and concrete steps you can take to fix it ([2:12])
• How to take back your life from the value-destroying behemoth of social media ([2:24]) 
• Walt Disney’s value-based approach to decision-making and how you can use it to improve your life ([15:36])

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There’s a famous saying that you should “never underestimate the power of your words.” But how many people actually understand the magnitude of that power? I’ll give you a hint – most people think their words are completely harmless. 

The power of words has a ‘ripple effect’ on your life. When you think and speak better, you act better. Are your thoughts healing or harming the bigger picture?

In this episode, I’ll discuss the profound power of how you speak and three words you can avoid right now for personal growth beyond measure.

Show Highlights Include:

• The historical damage of words and how to reinforce a greater message for your future. ([0:57])
• Why passive thoughts cause more arguments – and the simple shift in vocabulary to communicate better now. ([4:40])
• Why gratification and greater brain health start with turning everything into a Google-searching game. ([7:19]) 
• The ‘classic excuse’ you should ditch to quickly fuel your creativity, get rid of fears, and take life to the next level. ([11:19])

Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third Grade Dropout, for free.

Some say that attention to details can make all the difference. And while perfection is rarely attainable, imagine what one accomplishes when they try. 

When you concentrate on the details, you make something great. The efforts are worth the results and there is no greater outcome. It is not about chasing perfection, but excellence. And it is worth waiting to get it right.

In this episode, you’ll learn why attention to details makes all the difference in your success.

Show Highlights Include:

• Using the wise words from a painter, pastor, and football coach to accomplish great things. ([1:00])
• Why you should use ‘Picasso Precision’ for everything you do in life (even the small things). ([4:00])
• How to keep every detail in sync and win championships like Vince Lombardi and John Madden. ([6:52])
• The Mindcraft Mentality for remaining faithful to details (and wherever they may lead). ([11:55])

Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third Grade Dropout, for free.

Having influence is an essential leadership quality. Every effective leader can walk into a room and empower others. They have faith in what they say and know their mission. 

But influencing others can be intimidating. You need people to take action and change the way they think. 

Influential leaders empower their employees and speed up results. They leave an impact for generations to come.

In this episode, you’ll learn the three ways to become a more influential and impactful leader today.

Show Highlights Include:

• How simple wisdom nuggets make you a better leader and leave an impact for generations. ([2:17])
• Why sitting next to a Grandparent immediately grows your influence. ([5:36])
• How to keep your life full of inspiration and forward progress using Björn Borg’s tennis training. ([8:12])
• The Extreme Ownership Guide for making life more enjoyable and inspiring others. ([11:07])
• Using the ‘Fixed Mindset’ to become a more dependable and reliable visionary today. ([13:27])

Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third Grade Dropout, for free.