Tiny Leaps, Big Changes

In this episode we talk about how to stop caring so much about what other people think. I think many of us struggle with this worry about everybody else and what they think about us. I talk about how we can stop filtering ourselves through what we believe others think.  Key Points: · Why you have to start with you · It's not about you, it's about them · Question your thinking · Keep things in perspective Notable Quote: “I get that this isn't something you fix overnight. You fix it over time. You keep working on it and you keep trying to catch yourself and you forgive yourself when you screw up and eventually you get there.” – Gregg Clunis Important Links: https://medium.com/personal-growth/what-i-learned-when-i-stopped-caring-about-what-other-people-thought-of-me-b536324a1f97 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/where-science-meets-the-steps/201610/8-ways-stop-worrying-about-what-other-people-think

In today’s episode I share all the things I am thankful for this year. Although this is a little different from my standard how-to type episodes, but the purpose of this episode really to recognize what I am grateful for and to inspire you to as well. Notable Quote: “We need to be showing gratitude and gratefulness in our day to day lives. Because the more we focus on what we have and the more we focus on the things that we love and that we appreciate in our lives, one the more value we'll get out of those things and those people.” – Gregg Clunis

In today’s episode I read an article from Jennifer Trepeck which is the very first article on the Tiny Leaps website. And I wanted read it for you to share her wisdom and encourage you to connect with her deeper. I think the article itself is phenomenal and hope you do as well. Key Notes: · Why Calories In vs. Out doesn’t work · What you should focus on instead · Calorie Quality over quantity Important Links: http://tinyleaps.fm/the-truth-about-calories-and-fat-loss/

In today’s episode I mix it up and talk about some things you might not know about me! If you're curious about who the heck Gregg Clunis is, and if you're a longtime listener, then this will probably fill in some of the gaps that you maybe just don't know about me, my journey, my hobbies and inspirations. I talk about: · My journey growing up · How I came to create Tiny Leaps · A few of my struggles and successes · A few of my hobbies Notable Quote: “Without that immigration, without moving to the States, without seeing my parent’s sort of start over from scratch without having the experiences that we had, I would not believe the things I do now.” – Gregg Clunis

In today’s episode I talk about the basics of anxiety. This is something we've talked about a lot on this show, but the more we understand it and the more tricks and strategies we have to tackle it, the better off I think we are. We will fill in some of our gaps and add a real understanding about what anxiety is, what it does, how our brains are handling it, like what's actually happening up there when we feel anxious and what we can do about. Key Points: · What anxiety is · How it affects us · How anxiety works in our brains · What we can do to about anxiety Notable Quote: “When you have that feeling of anxiety, it is a surefire sign that you were not living in the present.” – Gregg Clunis Important Links: betterhelp.com https://www.healthline.com/health/anxiety#natural-remedies https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3684250/

In today’s episode I explore the term “progress uber alles”. I talk about what it means when directly translated and where the saying comes from. We also explore what it means in our day to day lives and progressing forward each day. Key Points: · What "progress uber alles" means · Where the saying comes from · Why progress over passion · How progress leads to passion Notable Quote: “As long as we're making progress every single day, we're doing the right thing.” – Gregg Clunis

In today’s episode, I talk about how the first hour is a powerful part of your day, and what I think is the most important thing to do in that time. I also explain how this can help you take control of your day and keep your life moving forward. Key Points: · What the most important to do first is · Why owning your morning means owning your day · How to start where you are now Notable Quote: “You need to pick an area and put your efforts there. Put your focus there, put your time there, prioritize it, and then eventually you re-balance.” – Gregg Clunis

In this episode I talk about the number one habit that has affected my life the most and created the most change for me. It is a habit that helped me create Tiny Leaps and write my book. And I think many of us could use this to build more and accomplish more in our lives. Key Points: · What my biggest strength is · How it came from my weaknesses · Why to look at the flip side of your weaknesses · Why you need to start on your goals right now Notable Quote: “You have to be willing to go through that journey… I think many of you forget that the only thing stopping you from changing your life is your own willingness to make the sacrifice.” – Gregg Clunis

In today’s episode I talk about the Science around Motivation. We tend to talk about motivation a lot because most of us are sort of either struggling to have enough of it or we think we don't have enough of it. But is motivation really a problem? Key Points: · What causes motivations in our brain chemistry · The role dopamine plays in our motivation · How to get motivated when you aren't focused · How rewards can fuel motivation Notable Quote: “But if we're struggling to feel motivated, if we're having a tough day of focus, we just don't want to do things anymore. What we need to do is train our brains to focus on the reward of that task.” – Gregg Clunis Important Links: http://blog.idonethis.com/the-science-of-motivation-your-brain-on-dopamine/ www.magicspoon.com/tiny www.tiny.fm

In this episode I share with you the top five books I recommend right now if you are trying to become more productive, if you want to get more stuff done on a day to day basis and just what I think you should be reading to change the way you think about productivity in your daily life. Key Points: · My top 5  recommendations · A bonus sixth book · How these books all tie into a more efficient day to day Important Links: http://tinyleaps.fm/shop/ amazon.com/ONE-Thing-Surprisingly-Extraordinary-Results amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Less amazon.com/4-Hour-Workweek amazon.com/Power-Less-Limiting amazon.com/Compound-Effect

In this episode we talk about happiness and where it comes from. But don’t worry, you must be in your happy place already because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. You Will Hear: Where happiness comes from. The number one thing you need to do to be happy. Why you aren't happy. Resources: Relationships Anxiety & Depression

This episode is on the following topic: Power poses Title: 126 - Power Poses: How to Be More Confident and Less Stressed Music: youtube.com/watch?v=ukrb6npW_Rg Resources: dash.harvard.edu/bitstream/handle/1/9547823/13-027.pdf ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_shapes_who_you_are

In this episode, we look at the process of Habit Building for beginners.  Key takeaways A habit is a fixed way of thinking, willing, or feeling We form them to be more efficient, because we aren't aware, unintentionally Habit formation is the process of forming habits Habits form using the habit loop in 3 parts. 1. The trigger, 2. the behavior, 3. The reward Research: Wikipedia Entry on Habits Habit Formation The Power of Habit

In this episode, we talk about why passion is not enough to keep you going.  Why passion is not enough Why opportunity is the best thing to focus on  Why I believe in Progress Uber Alles Visit the website

In this episode, we sit down with Pete Mockaitis to talk about your career and how to be awesome at your job. About Pete: Pete Mockaitis [Muh KITE iss] is an award-winning trainer and coach who helps professionals perform optimally at work. His work has been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, and Inc. Pete has delivered 1-on-1 coaching to over 700 leaders hailing from world-class organizations (such as Google, FedEx, Amazon, Apple, Anheuser-Busch, and the United Nations), 50 countries, and every Ivy League university. He began his career at Bain & Company and currently hosts the How to be Awesome at Your Job podcast. The show has been downloaded over 8,000,000 times and consistently ranks as a top business show in Apple Podcasts. Pete lives in Chicago with his wife and two babies. Resources: How to Be Awesome At Your Job Podcast

In this episode, we talk about some of the problems that exist in our quest for mentorship.   You'll Hear:  Why you need to pick your mentors wisely The top 2 issues with mentorship Why mentorship isn't always the right path forward Free Business Coaching: http://tinyleaps.fm/stephen

In this episode, we talk about why failure is inherently a positive thing that you should seek out.  You'll Hear: Why we fear failure How failure is actually a good thing What we can learn from failure Quote: “The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried.” - Stephen McCranie

In this episode we talk about some the surprising science behind your spending habits. Go ahead and put away that credit card because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: Why it's not your fault that you spend so much. How to stop spending so much. Resources: Psychology of Money The Psychology of Money – How Saving and Spending Habits are Programmed in Your Brain

In this episode we talk about the surprising effects that physical exercise has on your mind. It might be time to clean the dust off that treadmill because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: How exercise benefits the white matter in your brain. Why prioritizing exercise is important. Resources: Why Is Physical Activity So Good for Your Brain? Physical Exercise for Brain Health

In this episode, we talk about why you NEED to be willing to struggle if you want to improve your life.  You'll Hear: Why you don't want the outcome without the journey Why you don't want to win the lottery How the journey carves  you into the person you need to be