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The post reminded me of a clip from this podcast where Chris and Alex discuss the three most common traits of highly successful people, and prompted some interesting questions for me. The three traits were: superiority complex massive insecurity impulse control i.e. Narcissists/Cluster B-type people who can sit on their hands. It’s interesting to me that we have developed a framework for motivation based on the assumption that people need to run toward something they want while also running away from something they fear. How true is that? How much is that a generalization? Is it possible to find ‘motivation’ or discipline in other ways, or can we conceptualize it differently? How silly is the comparison between objective measures of ‘success’ when internally people value very different things, as they discuss what people optimize for? Their discussion of the tennis player who was categorized at 10 years old as ‘highly likely to be successful’ based on 2 metrics was interesting. Do ultra-wealthy/successful people become that way because they are already broken early? Or do those traits develop as they move into higher and higher echelons of society/social circles where those traits are more normalized? Is there a correlation between the two? When you’re lower down on the economic ladder do you become more empathic as a survival function? i.e. Does low SES cause higher empathy or does higher empathy cause lower SES, does lower empathy cause higher SES, or does higher SES cause lower empathy? Taking some of these questions into account and the answers we may develop, is it possible for someone who is ‘awake’, self-aware, and self-loving (In a genuine rather than pathological sense) to be motivated enough to push themselves up into these pathological spheres and work to remedy them? How likely are the chances of success in such an endeavor? How strong are the opportunities for self-deception? To me, it seems like a quantum leap in understanding human behavior would need to be made, with the development of psychological weapons equivalent to nuclear bombs to be deployed for there to even be a chance of ‘success’. OR very subtle, sneaky tools to push on high leverage points of systems, within systems within systems. Whether you’re working with a hippie starving artist who is too good for their own good or an eccentric billionaire who is too broken for everyone else's good.

I am going to begin by covering/reviewing each of the micro and macronutrients, what they are, what they do in the body, as well as some common sources for each. I'll go through them one by one, over time. After that, I might delve into stimulants (e.g. caffeine), antioxidants, heavy metals, artificial sweeteners, preservatives, artificial flavors, etc., and then describe various diets, food preparation techniques, bioavailability, glycaemic index (GI), glycaemic load (GL), cholesterols and other such concepts and areas of interest. First things first. MACRONUTRIENTS: Carbohydrates: Simple carbohydrates Monosaccharides (e.g. glucose, fructose) Disaccharides (e.g. sucrose, lactose) Complex carbohydrates Starches (e.g. corn, potatoes, grains) Fibers (e.g. cellulose, hemicellulose, pectin) Fiber Soluble fiber Insoluble fiber Proteins: Complete proteins Animal sources (e.g. meat, fish, poultry, dairy) Soy products Incomplete proteins Legumes (e.g. beans, lentils, peas) Grains (e.g. rice, wheat, oats) Nuts and seeds Complementary proteins Grains and legumes Nuts or seeds and legumes Fats: Saturated fats Animal fats (e.g. butter, lard) Tropical oils (e.g. coconut oil, palm oil) Unsaturated fats Monounsaturated fats (e.g. olive oil, avocados) Polyunsaturated fats (e.g. omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids found in fish, nuts, and seeds) Trans fats Naturally occurring trans fats (e.g. in dairy and meat products) Artificial trans fats (e.g. in many processed foods) MICRONUTRIENTS: Vitamins Fat-soluble vitamins: Vitamin A Vitamin D Vitamin E Vitamin K Water-soluble vitamins: Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) Vitamin B3 (Niacin) Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) Vitamin B7 (Biotin) Vitamin B9 (Folate) Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) Vitamin C Minerals Major minerals: Calcium Chloride Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Sulfur Trace minerals: Chromium Copper Fluoride Iodine Iron Manganese Molybdenum Selenium Zinc Also, Water!

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Practicing Ubuntu, coupled with 'Jeopardy' from Phil Stutz's book the tools to connect with Willpower: Practicing 'The reversal of desire', from the same book, coupled with my own 30-minute version of tummo breathing to connect with the force of forward motion and positively associate taking action:

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How I Lost 65 Pounds in 5 Months https://youtu.be/pYVjxSopKzw Leo Gura's weight loss journey: Started as an overweight kid Struggled with self-image and limiting beliefs Tried diets and gym stints without success Confidence issues, especially around women Turning point: Interaction with a girl in college chemistry class Imagined a relationship with her if he got fit Realized he needed to feel good about himself before pursuing a relationship Triggered a powerful motivation to get fit Motivation: Visualization of being fit and having a relationship with the girl Felt 110% confident he could achieve his goal Motivation turned into action Resolutions and actions: Commit to going to the gym five days a week for the rest of his life Tackle weight loss through diet and exercise Cut out soda and transition to iced tea with sugar substitutes Reduce portion sizes and stop overeating Cut out sweets and desserts Remove all food from pantry and fridge to prevent snacking Study fitness, health, and nutrition to improve understanding Results: Lost 65 pounds in five months Kept the weight off for eight years Implications for personal development: Studying the factors that led to his success Replicating that motivation and drive Believing in oneself and being 100% committed to a goal Overcoming limiting beliefs Leo Gura discusses his weight loss journey: Realization of the need to change diet and exercise habits Initial focus on consuming fewer calories and cutting out sweets Key inspiration: article on food cravings from intense-workout.com Article emphasized inner game and mental strength Helped set Leo's mental attitudes and approach to weight loss Applying lessons from the article: Resisting cravings and making long-term mental shifts Example of resisting Klondike bar craving, a defining moment Starting at the gym: Workout schedule: 5 days a week, weightlifting on Monday, Wednesday, Friday Cardio: treadmill and bicycle Started with low intensity to ease into exercise Overcoming insecurities: Acknowledging that appearance and performance will improve over time Committing to long-term change, not a quick fix Approach to diet: Avoided calorie counting Focused on sustainable, healthy eating habits Concerns about counting calories: Too much work, not sustainable long-term Wanted a consistent approach to eating Using feelings of hunger and fullness instead: Start by leaving a bit of food on the plate Ramp up the amount of food left on the plate Aim for moderate fullness, not overstuffing Breaking the habit of overeating Overcoming limiting beliefs: Wasting food Fear of being hungry and unable to focus Getting comfortable with hunger: Purposefully keeping oneself hungry Learning to cope with and accept hunger Two-sided approach to weight loss: Fitness: working out at the gym Calorie deficit: skipping or substituting meals Results: Lost 65 pounds in 5 months Achieved by gym workouts and calorie deficit Surprising reactions from others: Friends, family, and college peers noticed the change Parents worried about being too thin or anorexic Environmental factors contributing to weight gain: Grew up in a household with large portions and no emphasis on healthy eating Challenges when making drastic changes: People around you may try to hold you back Theories on why this happens: loss of control, challenging expectations Impact on relationships: Jealousy or resentment from others who haven't made changes Changes in behavior and activities may make others uncomfortable Ostrich analogy: people often avoid change, like ostriches with their heads in the sand Making changes can be uncomfortable for those around you, causing them to resist and resent To make big changes, sometimes drastic actions are needed, such as changing friends and family dynamics Outgrowing friends and getting new ones may be necessary to avoid being dragged back into old habits Crabs in a bucket analogy: people may unintentionally hold each other back from progress Leo's story: lost 65 pounds in 5 months and maintained it for 8 years Importance of connecting with motivation and using willpower to power through challenges Willpower needed to lose weight is different from the willpower needed to maintain it Beliefs and mindsets have permanently shifted, making it easier to maintain healthy habits Going to the gym consistently and adjusting diet, cutting out carbs, sugars, and bread for better health and energy Initial motivation: looking good, which later evolved to include improving energy, performance, and long-term health Explored weight lifting techniques, paleo diet, and healthy eating for overall wellness and better performance in various aspects of life Taking care of your body to avoid developing diseases like cancer and diabetes Interlinked

The Most Interesting Problem in Philosophy and Science https://youtu.be/JL3tHS7v334 Introduction Leo Gura discusses phenomenology and its importance in personal development Focuses on first-person experiences Phenomenology Branch of philosophy dealing with first-person experiences Studies experiences from the first person, contrasting with science, psychology, and philosophy Rich history, ties in with the philosophy of mind Qualia Subjective properties experienced in day-to-day life (e.g., colors, sounds) Personal and subjective, difficult to discuss using standard scientific models Challenges science to reconcile and explain qualia Neuroscience and consciousness Current science discounts the importance of qualia, attributes mental phenomena to neurological activity However, the question remains: how can we find qualia like the experience of the color red within the brain? Observing oneself for self-growth Emphasizes the importance of observing oneself from the first person to aid in self-discovery and personal development The Molyneux Problem Thought experiment about a blind person gaining vision Questions whether the person would be able to distinguish between a sphere and a cube visually Confirmed in a 2003 study: the sense of touch and vision are decoupled in distinguishing shapes Shows the constructed nature of our understanding and perception of reality The Reverse Spectrum Problem Questions whether two observers experience qualia in the same way, specifically in regards to color Example: Is the perception of red the same for both observers? Difficulty in comparing qualia due to their subjective nature Conclusion Phenomenology and the study of first-person experiences provide valuable insights into personal development and the understanding of reality Raises important questions about the nature of our perceptions and experiences Blues in different realities Agreement on labels despite potentially different experiences Qualia: slippery, tricky, private experiences First-person experiences and importance in understanding Unknowable shared experiences Assumptions about shared reality, but no real proof Challenge of comparing inner consciousness Consciousness not reducible to physical things Self-development Importance of self-observation and understanding Deceiving ourselves about self-knowledge and consciousness Recognizing and addressing inner forces driving us First-person experiences often discounted in society Personal growth and self-mastery Peter Ouspensky and G.I. Gurdjieff The Psychology of Man's Possible Evolution Importance of long-term commitment to self-development Acquiring faculties we mistakenly think we possess Self-deception in self-development Lack of self-awareness and understanding of our limitations Analogy to complicated machines Importance of observing and understanding ourselves Everyday application Realization that we often act unconsciously Becoming aware of habits and routines Acknowledging the complexity of our minds Connection to behavior change Challenges in behavior change Lack of understanding and experience in addressing inner forces Grasping in the dark, leading to failure Appreciating challenges in self-development Example of dieting and breaking habits Stuffing face with chips on autopilot Acting without conscious thought Driven by unseen forces Catching yourself in the act If conscious, notice the action Reflect on why it's happening Observe the automatic behavior Willpower and consciousness limitations Not always in a high conscious state Often in low consciousness or autopilot mode Effective behavior change and personal growth Observe and learn about your patterns Outsmart your own biology and thinking patterns Think in a roundabout way to achieve results Willpower and losing focus Original intentions may be forgotten Focus shifts to other aspects of life Importance of observing own patterns Feelings, beliefs, and thoughts Exercise: Monitor thoughts throughout the day Pause and reflect on current thoughts Identify worries, anxieties, or negative thoughts Unresourceful states and thoughts Large part of the day spent in these states Work on eliminating and improving these thoughts Utilize techniques to address and change patterns Interlinked

Inner Game of Career Development https://youtu.be/mltXbRgFlOo Importance of inner game in career development For individuals who care about their careers, especially long-term, skill-based careers Inner game is critical for success Leo's career development experience First career: video game designer Required diverse skill set (writing, history, culture, gaming, art, programming, marketing, business acumen) Challenges faced due to inner game issues Inner game challenges Lack of patience and unrealistic expectations Wanted career advancement and impact quickly Lack of focus Jumping from one project or opportunity to another, without building career capital Feeling of inadequacy Surrounded by top-notch professionals, felt like he knew only a small percentage of what he needed to know Led to doubts, office politics, and other issues Importance of self-awareness and self-development Had Leo known what he knows now, his experience would have been different Best practices for developing careers Addressing inner game challenges Realistic expectations and patience Understanding the long-term nature of career development Focus and dedication Committing to one's chosen path and not getting sidetracked Confidence and perspective Recognizing one's progress and not feeling inadequate in the face of more experienced professionals Consequences of not addressing inner game issues Burnout Conflicting side projects Shift in focus away from core career goals Loss of valuable career capital Importance of guidance and learning from others' experiences Coaches, mentors, or books can help with inner game issues and prevent trial and error Key takeaways Inner game is crucial for successful career development Addressing inner game issues can lead to better career outcomes and personal satisfaction Seeking guidance and learning from others can help with addressing inner game challenges Starting own business leads to diversified focus No longer spending 90% of time on design Time allocation: 10% design 20% programming 20% art 20% marketing 10% finance Best investment of time for long-term career goals Spreading energy across various areas could be beneficial for designers Importance of being a highly specialized designer Specialization vs. generalization Companies often hire specialists for specific roles Being the best in a specific area can lead to premium pay Society values specialization as niches become more focused Importance of inner game and self-development Reflecting on past experiences and decisions Imagining the potential of being a highly valued, well-paid designer with current knowledge Importance of inner game for career development Addressing inner blocks that prevent full engagement and long-term investment Issues to address: Consistent problems with coworkers Confidence issues Focus and staying on track Reconnecting with career and ensuring sustainability Long-term benefits of investing in inner game Earning potential Greater career impact Gaining respect due to valuable skills and knowledge Interlinked

Get Coached https://youtu.be/ZS3sOfs5jBY Leo talks about untapped potential Struggling to find purpose Importance of staying on purpose Challenges people face Feeling stuck or lost Sidetracked by life's realities Unfulfilling jobs Not honoring true values Identifying potential Leo's personal journey Life purpose is an evolving concept Leo's aim to help others create exciting lives What to expect from coaching with Leo Significant improvement in life quality Clarity on life purpose Strategies for moving forward Mindsets for resourcefulness, discipline, and motivation Coaching benefits Discovering hidden potential Courage to take action Improved productivity, creativity, and time management Personal growth acceleration Leo's expertise $100,000 worth of self-development material Experience coaching clients Personal experience facing challenges Creating a balanced life Holistic approach to success Addressing important life areas (work, family, health, etc.) Developing long-range plans Accountability and encouragement The value of coaching Focus on feelings, not just external achievements Excitement, confidence, and power Aligning life with purpose and values The importance of fundamentals Clarifying likes, dislikes, strengths, and weaknesses Prioritizing life to reduce overwhelm Achieving 80% of results through fundamentals The feelings coaching can provide Feeling successful and accomplished Inspiration and motivation Optimism and positivity about the future Importance of feeling positive about your future Everyday contributes to growth and empowerment High-level mindset Focused and centered mind High consciousness feeling of taking action Pride in accomplishments and life Feeling well-equipped for challenges Coaching introduction 50-minute free session with no strings attached Full coaching on life purpose issues Explanation of what coaching is and is not Logistics for coaching process Great way to determine if coaching is right for you Value-driven session No upselling during the session Trust in the value of coaching Selective with clients Seeking individuals excited to tap into their full potential Wants to work with those who take action and follow through Excited by significant improvements and transformations Scheduling the 50-minute session Limited availability Contact via call or email to book a session Actualized.org website Most resources are free Weekly videos and articles based on first-hand experiences Guidance on creating an awesome life and making a big difference Importance of taking action immediately Don't put off feeling optimistic and positive about the future Interlinked

Be Different to Be Successful https://youtu.be/mlIYVsuIofs Topic: Being iconoclastic to achieve amazing results Balancing conformism and rebelliousness or iconoclasm Personal anecdote: In middle school, Leo challenged the conventional thinking of his peers Valued education over a hypothetical million-dollar offer to quit school Motivated by ego and desire to be different As a result, started to value education and invest energy into it Importance of being unique in business: Carving out your niche to reduce competition Going against the grain can help avoid market crashes, bubbles, or reduced margins Escaping mediocrity through iconoclasm: Most people lead mediocre lives Doing things differently can lead to different results, sometimes better, sometimes worse Avoiding problems of mainstream society Laziness and the desire for easy gains: Mainstream culture encourages seeking easy gains and avoiding hard work Examples: Free samples, lotteries, get-rich-quick schemes Efficiency in using energy and resources can be beneficial but can backfire when taken to the extreme Health and the consequences of laziness: The ease of acquiring unhealthy food contributes to obesity and poor health Contrarian approach: Tackling laziness and working hard to improve health and well-being Herd mentality, groupthink, and social conformity: Kills originality and creativity Hinders exploration, discovery, and innovation Essential in modern service-based economy Problems with following the herd: Unfeasible ideas, such as investing in the same stock Missing out on potential opportunities in the market Striking a balance between conformity and iconoclasm is key Going against the grain can lead to amazing results in personal and professional life Buying low and selling high Offloading value to someone else Cashing the difference Hedge funds and mutual funds Success attracts new investors Becomes too big for its own success Unsustainable when everyone tries the same thing Resource distribution limitations Not enough resources for everyone to be successful Society wouldn't function if everyone was a billionaire Pyramid schemes Initially work but eventually collapse Need an infinite number of new players to sustain Market oversaturation Too many players lead to smaller profits Harder work for less return Being contrarian and iconoclastic Originality and idiosyncrasy are valuable Standing out from the crowd Mannerisms and quirks Help build personality Make one more magnetic and lovable Suppressing quirks can be limiting and soul-draining Conformity can lead to epic financial failures Stock market crashes, real estate bubbles, pyramid schemes, gold rushes Balance between conformity and non-conformity Conformity can also have positive aspects (e.g., education) Following trends can lead to benefits (e.g., internet, PCs) Strategy for success Be contrarian but not for its own sake Be aware of groupthink and trends Be unique and true to oneself Use judgment to balance conformity and non-conformity Interlinked

Why Life Coaching Works https://youtu.be/8cbtMhHpLC8 Leo Gura discusses life coaching Skepticism about coaching effectiveness Leo's coaching training and experience Distinctions between coaching, therapy, consulting, and mentoring Coaching: asking questions, not giving advice Therapy: working with dysfunctional people or serious mental issues Consulting and mentoring: giving specific advice and guidance The value of coaching Generating value through asking questions Importance of return on investment Leo's experience being coached and coaching others Reasons why coaching works Challenging one's thinking and assumptions Encouraging more conscious and deliberate thinking Helping to break free from limiting belief systems The power of asking questions Coaching provides an objective perspective Helping clients see situations from different angles Sometimes just one question can lead to a breakthrough The importance of not giving advice in coaching Recognizing that clients have their own unique experiences and challenges Advice might not address underlying issues Focusing on uncovering and addressing individual beliefs and motivations Example: coaching someone who wants to lose weight Different reasons for resistance to going to the gym Addressing individual beliefs and fears around weight loss Tailoring coaching to the individual's specific situation and mindset The effectiveness of coaching lies in its ability to challenge and guide clients to find their own solutions By asking questions and providing an objective perspective, coaching can lead to breakthroughs and personal growth Coaching can be a valuable tool for self-development and reaching one's full potential Problem of going to the gym taking away family time Recognize that it's a mental block and there are ways to work around it Addressing specific problems and working on solutions Combine family time and gym time Realize the benefits of going to the gym for the family (e.g., more energy, better engagement with kids) Applying this approach to different aspects of life Business, relationships, eating habits, negative habits, and other personal blocks Coaching as a supplement to traditional self-development methods Tony Robbins, self-help books, workshops, online resources Addressing personal, specific quirks or hang-ups Working on inner game issues tailored to individual clients Benefits of coaching Asking leading questions to guide clients Making clients pause and think about previously unexplored thoughts Help clients define what they want in various areas of life Identifying factors or issues that were previously unnoticed Coaching as one piece of the larger puzzle in self-improvement Complementary to other resources and methods Helps in dealing with inner blocks and psychological barriers Coaching on motivation and engagement, not necessarily on specific details of a topic Example: Coaching on business, fitness, and nutrition Not requiring expertise in specific fields Focusing on removing inner blocks and getting clients engaged and motivated Interlinked

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I partially agree. It's also important not to project too much onto situations as there is only so much you can gauge about where a person is coming from in a context such as this. But, forgiveness isn't something I'd want to keep from others, it necessitates self harm.

I often appreciate your perspectives, analyses, and insights into stuff. It would be sad if all the women left this community, but I get it. The environment is regrettably quite hostile and unresponsive to female perspectives*. * edit, by perspectives I mean 'sensitivities' as the word can read as unempathetic. I think you have a good sense for stuff like this though.

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@Leo Gura Didn't you say Tony Robbins once kicked that guy off a cruise for flirting with his wife? If that's true it's hard to imagine he has a firm grasp on female psychology and power dynamics.

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How to Invest In Yourself https://youtu.be/C1QYF5WYzCo Importance of long-term investment vs short-term investment Long-term investments are often more lucrative and valuable A short-term investment mindset can hinder lasting success Investing in career and building career capital Becoming more skilled makes you more valuable in your field Providing value to others is key to financial success Importance of discipline and understanding the process of mastery Building your brain: acquiring knowledge and experience to become more valuable Balancing short-term gains vs long-term gains Levels of investment Hard skills (specific to your profession) Soft skills (e.g., people skills, humor, business acumen) Inner game (e.g., creativity, confidence, self-expression) Examples of long-term investments Developing your inner game and changing who you are to achieve sustainable change Addressing underlying thought patterns Emphasizes the importance of thinking long-term and focusing on personal growth and development in various aspects of life, not just financial success. Leo Gura discusses his experience as an internet marketer, focusing on SEO for four years Launched the first website, success dependent on SEO and building backlinks Thought of each link as valuable, like a diamond in his collection Needed 2,000 links to rank well on Google, potentially bringing in $200,000 a year Calculated the worth of each link, treating each as highly valuable to outperform competitors Applied this mindset to his career and personal development Example: Reading a book on emotional stability and considering long-term benefits Improved work performance, communication, and relationships Increased chances of promotion, better connections, and higher pay Emotional stability benefits personal relationships, reducing fights and deepening connections Being emotionally stable and secure leads to more focus and determination, resulting in eventual success Importance of investing in oneself and developing abstract qualities like emotional stability, security, and creativity Leo emphasizes the value of both outer and inner game, and how coaching can help with personal growth Interlinked

Mastery Part 1 https://youtu.be/_874QVgwvEk Practicing public speaking and self-development topics Discussing the idea of mastery, as described in George Leonard's book "Mastery" Modern culture's focus on instant gratification, quick results, and shortcuts Mastery involves long-term effort and commitment, often neglected in today's society The learning curve of mastery consists of long plateaus, where progress is not apparent Most people get discouraged during plateaus and quit, leading to stagnation or dabbling Importance of understanding the commitment required for mastery and loving the plateau Cultivating love for the practice and enjoying the process, rather than seeking quick progress Mastering fundamentals is key, with 80% of results coming from 20% of the effort Setting realistic expectations and accepting the cost of mastery Repetition and practice lead to unconscious mastery and the development of nuanced skills Importance of not being a perfectionist and embracing failure as a learning opportunity A humble attitude, willingness to learn, and not being afraid to look ridiculous are essential for mastering a skill Interlinked

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