How Ya Livin' ‪?‬ Rick Rigsby

Helping others is a virtue that seems to be disappearing in modern society. Our fast-paced lifestyle often leads us to put ourselves before everyone else so that we can get it all done.
But a rising tide lifts all boats, and helping others makes our entire world better off. 
In this episode, I discuss one of the greatest helpers in history and how his good deeds continue to positively affect our society more than 100 years later. 
Show Highlights Include:
The desirable characteristic that makes you irresistible and invaluable to everyone around you (1:53) Invaluable life lessons from the little-known American who was one of history’s greatest helpers (3:45) How George Washington Carver is still helping Midwestern farmers to this day and what you can learn from this (even if you’ve never seen a farm) (9:06) 8 “Cardinal Virtues” that can make you a more effective and well-liked person (12:06) Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third Grade Dropout, for free.

Step into the world of greatness with me, Dr. Rick Rigsby, as I reveal the secrets to success in the most unexpected ways. 
In this podcast episode, discover the power of embracing discomfort, disrupting your thinking, and cultivating unwavering determination. Join me, Dr. Rick Rigsby, on a journey of personal growth, as I share practical insights to inspire you to thrive in every aspect of life. 
Get ready to elevate your mindset and embark on a path towards achieving your full potential. Listen now and start living your best life today!
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Show Highlights Include: 
Do you want to build retention skills? [01:15] Learn about the transformative power of small habits. [01:54] Can you achieve success without enduring pain? [03:23] The importance of doing hard things in life. [04:07] Find out the way to be comfortable being uncomfortable. [05:02] Discover the key to disrupting your thinking on a daily basis. [06:21] The difference between perseverance and determination. [08:42] How do strategies fuel determination and success? [09:29] Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third-Grade Dropout, for free

A single decision can change the world for the better. But indecisiveness leads to procrastination, overthinking, and failure. 
Decisions have the power to motivate and inspire. But lack of decision can lead to frustration and resentment.
In this episode, I discuss why indecisiveness causes businesses to fail and a framework for making your best decision (even in the worst circumstances). 
Show Highlights Include:
The surprising factor that motivated employees to work their hardest for a company, and how to put it to work for you (hint: it’s not money) (1:31) What your body has to tell you about making the decisions and why you should pay attention (4:24) A golden rule to follow for guidance when the right decision to make is unclear (7:30) The 3-pronged decision-making process that leads to the best action to take in your unique circumstance (8:56) Why dreams are enough to move you in the right direction toward achieving your goals (9:33) How a single decision led Beverly Cleary to sell over 91 Million books (13:19) Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third-Grade Dropout, for free.

We’ve all had big dreams. But in a lot of cases, those dreams didn’t pan out the way we envisioned them. Sadly, this causes a lot of people to give up.
Our outcome-oriented society has trained us to expect instant gratification and immediate results. When we don't get them, we quit. But the real tragedy is that we stop dreaming.
In this episode, I discuss how to regain your big dreams and how to achieve them through a process-oriented approach to life.
Show Highlights Include:
A counterintuitive method that lets you live out your biggest dreams instead of pushing them aside and giving up (1:51) How one man took the British cycling team to the top by focusing on small improvements (5:26) Why dreaming of massive success is destroying your motivation (5:42) How our outcome-oriented society stops you from achieving your dreams (6:26) The commonly misunderstood lesson hidden in the lives of professional athletes (7:22) What you can learn from how Bill Walsh won his first Super Bowl... 14 years before it was played (11:01) Why you should celebrate when you experience failure (13:26) Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third Grade Dropout, for free.

In today's episode, I share my journey of significant health improvement and weight loss in our final discussion, "The Essence of Greatness: The Basics."
Learn how a shift in mindset can lead to better health and more fulfillment. I use straightforward wisdom and personal stories to illustrate how small changes can create big results. Join us for clear, actionable insights that can help you lead a healthier, more successful life. 
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Show Highlights Include: 
Are you willing to pay the price for success? [00:51]  Discover the life-changing power of disrupting thinking. [02:03] Learn more about the critical role of pain in success. [04:09] Find out this essential component of all successful endeavors. [08:24] How can you fuel greatness with determination? [09:22]  Can you achieve greatness through daily basics? [12:19] What happens when you combine determination with strategy? [13:21] Here is what you must do when you achieve greatness. [17:00] Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third Grade Dropout, for free.

In this episode, we focus on the theme of determination and its role in achieving personal success. 
Today I will share my own experience of losing 130 pounds and improving my health, emphasizing the mindset changes that were essential to this journey. I will refer to insights from thinkers like Samuel Chan and Francis Bacon to discuss why embracing challenges and understanding the reasons behind our goals are crucial for transformation. 
Join me, Dr. Rick, as I offer practical advice on how to cultivate determination and make meaningful changes in your life.
Show Highlights Include: 
Ever wondered what it's like to overcome a 300-pound weight? [01:18] Here is how you can move away from your island of comfort. [02:24] Learn about the transformative impact of disruptive thinking. [04:01] What happens when you cannot answer the “why” question? [05:22] Do you know how to become comfortable with being uncomfortable? [06:28] Why are we reluctant to change unhealthy life patterns? [08:32] How does the lack of a rationale affect your life? [09:06] Discover this one constant variable to ensure success. [11:32] Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third-Grade Dropout, for free.