The Growth Guide: Self-Improvement | Greatness | Impact | Creators | FI ‪|‬ Clint Robert Murphy

Enjoy this re-release of one my top listened to episodes with my guest, Brad Ritter.
Brad is one of the world's leading experts on performance and author of the best selling book, 'School of Grit: Unlock Your Potential Through Purposeful Adversity,'
Brad shares insights on the importance of embracing discomfort and pushing oneself out of the comfort zone to achieve personal growth and success. From discussing the significance of cold exposure to breaking down goals into manageable daily tasks, Brad's journey and perspectives offer valuable lessons for anyone seeking to grow personally, professionally, and financially. Tune in as Brad elaborates on developing grit through experiencing purposeful adversity and shares practical strategies for mental toughness and emotional resilience.

Connect with Brad:

LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/brad-ritter-63427317/
Website - schoolofgrit.org/
Instagram - instagram.com/schoolofgrit_bradritter/?hl=en
YouTube - youtube.com/@schoolofgrit 

Resources:
 
Book by Brad – 
School of Grit: Unlock Your Potential Through Purposeful Adversity 
Book by Angela Duckworth – 
Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance
Book by James Nestor – 
Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art
Book by Mark Divine – 
Unbeatable Mind: Forge Resiliency and Mental Toughness to Succeed at an Elite Level

Welcome to another episode of The Growth Guide with your host Clint Murphy. In this episode, I unravel the concept of the law of attraction, shedding light on its practical application in our lives. I challenge the common misconception that the law of attraction solely relies on positive thinking and focuses on the crucial role of action in manifesting our desires.
I share personal anecdotes and examples, illustrating the power of attraction, planning, and action in achieving significant goals. By drawing from my experiences with affirmations and goal-setting, I provide valuable insights into the process of moving from intention to tangible results. 


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You may be wondering why this episode looks a lot shorter than the episodes that you're used to seeing from me. We're taking a bit of a pivot for a period of time while I’m in a moment of transition in my life.  I’m moving away from being a full-time employee, to an entrepreneur, consultant, etc.
I am going to be writing, podcasting, public speaking, coaching and consulting, I'm also going to be investing in private equity and real estate. And what that looks like is I will be starting some businesses in those areas. And getting those businesses off the ground takes a lot of time. And what I found was, I didn't have enough time to dedicate to the conversations I was having, with the amazing guests that were coming on this show.


And so what I'm going to do for a period of time, is I'm going to do some shorter episodes. And they're nuggets, they're bits of wisdom. They're things that I've written about whether it's on social media, or whether it's in my newsletter, if you're not reading, feel free to go to the website, thegrowth.guide, and sign up for the newsletter, sign up for the YouTube and sign up for the podcast. The more people that registered, the better it is for us and the better we will be able to get guests when we do start interviewing people again.


In this episode, I introduce the concept of "planting seeds" for future success, and how present actions and patience are required for long-term growth. I encourage you all to consider the seeds you want to plant in various areas of your lives for a better future.

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Steve Adcock quit his job after achieving financial independence at 35 and writes about the habits millionaires use to build wealth and get into the best shape of their lives. As a regular contributor to The Ladders, CBS MarketWatch, and CNBC, Steve maintains a rare and exclusive voice as a career expert, consistently offering actionable counseling to thousands of readers who want to level up their lives, careers, and freedom. Steve lives in a 100% off-grid solar home in the middle of the Arizona desert and writes on his own website at MillionaireHabits.us.
Steve joined us today to talk about his book, ‘Millionaire Habits: How to Achieve Financial Independence, Retire Early, and Make a Difference by Focusing on Yourself First.’
In this episode, Steve provides insights that will empower you to negotiate for fair compensation, strategically plan for retirement, and advance your career through smart decision-making and effective communication. 
Steve dives into the importance of self-advocacy, leadership growth, financial independence retire early (FIRE) strategies, and the role of emotional intelligence in career advancement. Get ready to learn key financial and career tactics that will propel you towards your own path to success.


[06.06] Getting rich – Getting rich is not about hopes and dreams, it’s about the step-by-step journey you are willing to take. 
[11.52] Freedom – We talk about the importance of the freedom to make money. 
[15.01] Wealth-building timeline – Steve explains the six steps of a wealth-building timeline. 
[24.13] Entrepreneurship – Entrepreneurship or not, you are always working for somebody. 
[28.50] Saying yes to things – Steve explains why it is important to say ‘yes’early in your career. 
[34.50] Asking for money – Don’t be afraid to demand money. Don’t be afraid to ask for what you are worth. 
[38.41] Growing income list – Steve explains how we can grow our income list. 
[47.27] Pay yourself first – The beauty of paying yourself first.
[56.22] Believing – We talk about the power of believing in your goal.


Resources
Connect with Steve
Website -  https://millionairehabits.us
Twitter - twitter.com/SteveOnSpeed 
Instagram - instagram.com/millionairehbts/ 
LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/steveallenadcock/ 
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjLY9e6l8AIQ9iXjUz9xUTg


Millionaire Habits: How to Achieve Financial Independence, Retire Early, and Make a Difference by Focusing on Yourself First
by Steve Adcock

Jade Wu, PhD, DBSM is a board certified behavioral sleep specialist specializing in adult insomnia and sleep problems during pregnancy and the postnatal period.  She received her doctoral clinical psychology training from Boston University and completed her behavioral medicine residency/fellowship at Duke University School of Medicine. She regularly appears in print media such as Huffington Post, as well as on radio/TV programs such as NPR and ABC News to share sleep health research with the public. In the clinic, she uses evidence-based methods and a collaborative approach to help people restore sleep health. 
Jade joined us today to talk about her book, “Hello Sleep: The Science and Art of Overcoming Insomnia Without Medications.”
[04.41] Sleep tracking – Starting the conversation, Dr. Jade explains the pros and cons of sleep tracking. 
[10.32] Time & amount – We discuss how time and amount differ according to our genetics and lifestyle when it comes to sleeping. 
[16.31] Insomnia – Insomnia and the 3 Ps. 
[22.08] Cognitive behavioral therapy – We discuss the effect cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia has on our thoughts and behaviors. 
[29.33] Challenging thoughts – How we can overcome negative thoughts by challenging our thoughts. 
[35.39] Conditioned arousal - Conditioned arousal and why the last thing we should do in bed is to be awake and frustrated. 
[39.33] Circadian Rhythm Dysregulation – The importance of the contrast between day and night for a proper sleeping routine. 
[44.53] Caffeine – We discuss why caffeine is not very helpful for our bodies in the long run. 
[48.16] Screen time – How content and intention behind screen use impact our sleep. 
[54.11] A good relationship – Concluding our discussion, Dr. Jade explains why we need to have a good and healthy relationship with sleep. 


Resources
Connect with Dr. Jade
Website - drjadewu.com/ 
Instagram - instagram.com/dr_jade_wu/ 
Twitter - twitter.com/jadewuphd 


Hello Sleep: The Science and Art of Overcoming Insomnia Without Medications Hardcover 
by Jade Wu
The Tiger's Wife: A Novel 
by Téa Obreht

Today's guest is Nir Eyal, an investor, keynote speaker, and author. He writes, gives advice, and teaches about how business, technology, and psychology all work together. He has been a lecturer in marketing at both the Stanford Graduate School of Business and the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford in the past. His books have resonated with readers worldwide, selling over 1 million copies in over 30 languages. He joined us today to talk about his book, ‘Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life.’
Nir delves into the psychology behind distraction, emphasizing techniques to break free from the pull of urgent and easy tasks and identify the emotions driving these distractions. He shares insights on managing email effectively, making time for family and friends, and transitioning from a to-do list mentality to a time-boxing mentality. 
We also discuss mastering internal triggers, the concept of ego depletion, and the importance of mindset and self-perception. With practical advice and thought-provoking insights, this episode is a deep dive into understanding and overcoming distractions to achieve true focus and productivity.


[07.20] Writing – Starting the conversation, Nir explains how he came to write his book, ‘Indistractable.’ 
[13.00] Traction – Traction is any action that pulls you towards what you plan to do. 
[20.20] Motivation – Motivation is all about the desire to escape discomfort. 
[25.00] Quitting – We discuss the reasons why people quit the things they want to achieve.
[29.08] 10-minute rule – Nir explains the 10-minute rule and how we can use it to stay focused. 
[36.05] Money and time – Money and time are how you understand the values of someone. 
[43.00] Time and you – You can always make money, but not time because it’s not renewable. 
[50.00] Emails – Nir talks about the time people waste on emails that they don’t need to be concerned with. 
[01.00.00] Money at stake – We discuss how money at stake can motivate you to achieve things.


Resources
Connect with Nir
Website - nirandfar.com
Twitter - twitter.com/nireyal
LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/nireyal
Instagram - instagram.com/neyal99 


Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life  by Nir Eyal
amazon.com/Indistractable-Control-Your-Attention-Choose/dp/194883653X