Building Better Humans Project

Break the shackles of expectation. Just as successful people have an expectation of themselves so to do those who fail and succumb in life. Break the shackles placed on you by others and by yourself that you are who you are and there's nothing you can do about it. That's BS. You can change. People do it all the time. I've done it.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I decided to make Monday something to help combat any mental health issues as there are some real risks in this area whilst everyone's in isolation due to COVID-19. I always enjoy having Alyssa on the show because's wise beyond her years and there's so much good in these chats.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I sat and chatted with Clinical Psychologist and Fitasdad (insta handle) Chris McIntyre around what we're experiencing with Corona Virus and the importance of routines to make sure you come out the other side feeling much better than when you went in. I think you'll enjoy this one. :-)  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I love a feel good story. There are numerous ways to change your physiology and for me it's go to stories like this one from the X Factor UK. Don't be fooled into following all the negativity when there's so much positivity out there too. You will always find what you're looking for so perhaps you need to reassess what you're looking for, focusing on, listening to etc if you find yourself feeling down or stressed about the world at the moment. Link to the video for X Factor UK:  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today I chat about a line from a Tones and I song that really resonated with me and I hope you find valuable too.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yes we have a new normal. Our baseline has changed and as people start to accept that I feel like we've all settled a little so far as the panic goes. So what do we do next? Glad you asked. Here's my 12 month plan based off where we're at right now.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I sat down with Dan Cooper to chat about his most recent 350 mile (560km) race through the Yukon and Alaska along the Iditarod Trail. Dan has some great thoughts on the benefits of discomfort in our lives and right now this is something we can see unfolding before our very eyes. Those who have made themselves used to discomfort are handling this coronavirus situation much better than those who constantly seek comfort. DAN COOPER: https://komanchi.com.au/articles/f/why-you-should-add-some-discomfort-to-your-life There is a constant bombardment of images and messages related to comfort and seeking happiness and why it should be our goal in life, but is this setting us up for failure? To achieve my goal of completing the full Iditarod Trail Invitational 1000 mile requires an acceptance of the level of discomfort I am going to experience. There is no option to try and avoid this reality, understanding and embracing the hardship required over 30 days is imperative to success. Rather than ignorance, I nee

I sat down with Lou Larter today and we chewed the fat about not only surviving the Corona Crisis but thriving through it. This was an impromptu chat but was super fun and I think you'll really enjoy it. You can follow Lou on instaL https://www.instagram.com/lou_lar/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“And once the storm is over, you won't remember how you made it through, how you managed to survive. You won't even be sure, whether the storm is really over. ... When you come out of the storm, you won't be the same person who walked in. That's what this storm's all about.” Haruki Murakami  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this fight game this saying means if you take shortcuts in training then you'll be found out in the ring. I have learnt many lessons from the fight game over the years and they apply so well to life especially when the chips are down.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today I want to share a really important message that I heard just yesterday morning from one of my mentors Joe Pane. It's so relevant and I think you'll get massive value from this.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are experiencing a very challenging time. We all get that. But we're in this together and we will come out of this stronger.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With so many people resistant to change can we truly be surprised when we don't attain our lofty goals? You have to be willing to get uncomfortable. You truly do. Not in the big moments, that will come, but in the small moments when you're not sure you can. Tackle those and you'll train yourself to better in the big moments.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here's to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. They're not fond of rules. And they have no respect for the status quo. You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them. About the only thing you can't do is ignore them. Because they change things. They push the human race forward. And while some may see them as the crazy ones, we see genius. Because the people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones who do.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia is heading into lockdown. The World is heading into lockdown. Humans / People are heading into meltdown. We have an opportunity here. An opportunity to walk our talk. To be about Building Better Humans not just talking about being better humans. It's time to stand up and be counted. It's time to build your plan for how you can be the best version of yourself and how that person can lead others in this time of fear and uncertainty.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I recently chatted to Tom Evans from The SOTA Process . I really enjoyed this chat and Tom was kind enough to allow me to share it here. :-)  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aristotle was quoted as saying we are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then is not an act but a habit. If this is true, and I do believe it is, but if it’s as simple as building better habits and doing better things (taking better actions) then why aren’t we all doing that? Why are you seen as an anomaly when you want to believe in yourself and better yourself? Don’t get me wrong, I’m happy to be the anomaly but gee I wish I wasn’t. I wish more people would jump on this journey on controlling themselves and their lives. Realising they actually do have control of a lot more than they believe. But if they choose not to believe this then at least stay out of the way of the people that are doing their best.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Children see magic because they look for it. I truly believe you can tell a lot about us as a people and as a society by the way in which we treat those less fortunate, children, the elderly, the unwell. I am hyper-focused on helping our next generation at the moment because life for them is so much more difficult and confusing than it was when I was a child. I look back and remember a much simpler time. Less distractions. Less drama. Today our kids needs us to be there but what’s even more important is that we do our best for all children not just our own. EMERGE CAFE - with a side of social good  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If something matters then everything matters. In other words if something is important to you, a goal, an outcome, a job, a lifestyle, a relationship then everything related to it is important. Everything you do towards that matters. Every Small Step. Every Obstacle. Every Challenge. Every Lesson. Every Action. Every Piece of Learning/Education. Every single piece matters. None is more or less important than another. Don't look to shortcut parts. Don't wish the road was easier or stress free. Accept that every part of this journey is important to the outcome you seek. You're building brick by brick so when the outcome arrives it's built on something solid. How you do anything is how you do everything. Maintain Your Standards. Maintain Your Goals. Maintain Your Values. Maintain Your Vision. and every action you take towards them. Respect the Process. Learn to Love the Process.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I love the Habit Loop concept because once you understand it, it takes changing habits to a whole new level. You realise you're in total control of your habits and therefore your life. Simple. Not always easy but definitely simple if you're willing to do the work.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.