LIVEINEVERYNOW. Podcast
044 - Activation Energy
22 July 2021
The hardest part is getting started. This is because of momentum - it's hard to change course once you're already moving. This happens to me every day. In this episode we go over the activation energy mental model, how it underpins lots of other productivity hacks, and our current morning routines.
043 - Loneliness
19 July 2021
Yo, it's Jake! I think it's easy to let certain feelings creep up on us especially when they're one's we're used to having under control. Lately, I've been feeling lonely. In this episode Will and I discuss how I got here, what I'm doing to navigate out of this situation and much more. The Crux: You're human. Things happen. But don't be a victim. Have a bias that skews toward action and worry about the details on the way! Thanks, and peaceeeeee ✌🏼
042 - Is Discipline Overrated?
15 July 2021
If you dislike doing something, it's not sustainable in the long run. As much as we praise discipline, a far more important skill is being able to enjoy things that are good for you and dislike things that are bad for you. If you can accomplish this, then you don't need discipline.
041 - Remembering To Be A Fan
12 July 2021
Jake here 👋🏼 On this episode we cover all aspects of being a fan. Here's why. On the pursuit of great heights it's easy to let competition get the best of you. What's counterintuitive about competition is that the best way to succeed is through kindness, gratitude, and a humble heart. Another aspect to fandom that's really great and why I've gone about giving a reminder to myself in this episode is the notion of inspiration. I think I went along for while now not really realizing how impactful inspiration the active seeking of inspiration out can be. Being a fan, truly appreciating others in my field allows me to find that inspiration and let it trickle down into my own work.
040 - Minimalism
8 July 2021
Modern minimalism is a mixed bag. There's lots of good, but like any ideology, can be taken too far. In this episode we discuss the impact minimalism has had on us, Will's high school video game habits, and Marie Kondo.
039 - You need more practice, not resources.
5 July 2021
Jake here 👋🏼 As creatives it's really easy to think we need _______ to achieve a desired result. It's easy to feel held back and creatively frustrated by our lack of resources. The truth is that the point at which more resources would actually help us is much further than we think. What we really need is more practice, not more resources. In this episode we talk about creative constraints, heuristics for making great things, making excuses and more. Don't be a victim and go make great shit!
038 - Thinking Like An Athlete
1 July 2021
Applying the same intense, single-minded focus we see in proffessional athletes to other pursuits.
037 - The Key to Unlocking Your Competitive Advantage
28 June 2021
Excel in the competitive landscape by doubling down on the things that make you uniquely you. Be yourself. No one does you better then you.
036 - Cell Phones
24 June 2021
The good and bad of cell phones.
035 - Gravestone Technique
21 June 2021
Another thought experiment/tool for how to figure out what you want to do with your life. This episode piggy-backs off of our last episode Vision in hopes to help you with figuring out yours.
034 - Vision
17 June 2021
Kyle Eschenroeder's framework for wanting the right things. https://www.kyleschen.com/2017/04/11/what-do-you-want-to-want/
033 - First Things First
14 June 2021
Put the most important things first, execute, then enjoy your burden free mind.
032 - Habits
10 June 2021
A conversation about what makes good habits. https://createurbestself.com/
031 - Journaling and Why Everyone Should Do It
7 June 2021
A conversation about journalling and the impactful yet unforseen benefits of it.
030 - Fame
3 June 2021
The costs, benefits, and trappings of fame.
029 - How to break through creative ruts...show up.
31 May 2021
Breaking out of creative slumps, not being ruled by inspiration as a creator, and sharpening your creative saw all solved by the simple means of showing up every day.
028 - Callousing
27 May 2021
Modern life sometimes makes us weak. Go get some callouses.
027 - Failure = Opportunity
24 May 2021
Every failure is an opportunity to learn. Don't be afraid to fail.
026 - Powerful Interfaces
20 May 2021
Seeking the interfaces to powerful thoughts.
025 - Confidence, Humility, and Self Belief
17 May 2021
Confidence, humility, and unwavering self belief to in order to achieve your goals. Also, how do others' opinions play a role in the pursuit of great heights?
024 - Leading Yourself
13 May 2021
Applying leadership lessons to relationships and personal development.
023 - Food is Fuel
10 May 2021
Just like sleep and exercise becoming intentional about your diet can fuel your creativity and health to be the best version of yourself.
022 - Financial Independance
6 May 2021
Be in charge of your financial life. https://www.youneedabudget.com/
021 - Practicing Presence
3 May 2021
A quick how-to on how to take any moment in any setting and get the most out of it.
020 - Busy vs Productive
29 April 2021
Just because you're busy doesn't mean you're actually doing anything. Be generative.
019 - Know Your Why
26 April 2021
Exploring the idea of being intentional in everything we do
018 - 80,000 Hours
22 April 2021
Be intentional about how you spend your career. https://80000hours.org/
017 - Birds of a Feather Flock Together
19 April 2021
You're the average of the 5 people around you - in every sense. Be intentional.
016 - The Truth About Success
15 April 2021
Succeeding is more than simply knowing what to do. It's actually doing it.
015 - Making Better Decisions - The Sunk Cost Fallacy
12 April 2021
Make decisions based on today, not yesterday.
014 - Perfect Days
8 April 2021
"How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives." - Annie Dillard
013 - Design Your Environment, Design Your Life
5 April 2021
Be intentional about your environment.
012 - Diminishing Returns
1 April 2021
Know when to stop.
011 - Sleep Is For The Consistent
29 March 2021
Bigger testicles, no dementia, and much more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5MuIMqhT8DM
010 - Learn to Code
25 March 2021
Coding will make your life better.
009 - The Only Way Out Is In
22 March 2021
The power of self reflection.
008 - Contentment vs. Ambition
18 March 2021
How do you know when you have enough?
007 - The Eigth Wonder of the World
15 March 2021
Compound Interest.
006 - Bullet Journaling
11 March 2021
Bullet Journaling is a cool, non-digital method of tracking your life.
005 - The Greatest Gift You Can Give Yourself
8 March 2021
Read a friggin book!
004 - Play Stupid Games, Win Stupid Prizes
4 March 2021
Don't squander the one life you have: be intentional about the games you play.
003 - Chasing Excellence
1 March 2021
If something is worth doing, it's worth doing well. Be excellent not only in the important areas of your life, but all areas. Sharpen your sword each day, and it will be ready when you need it. https://fs.blog/2019/01/great-things/
002 - Tool Traps
18 January 2021
It's easy to improve your tools but hard to improve your craft.
001 - Create with Intention
11 January 2021
Slowing down and creating in a fast-paced world - creation with Lindy in mind.