SuccessFlow Podcast

Phil Crawford and Steven Harris
  • 5.0 (4)
  • Self-Improvement
  • Updated Weekly

Our mission is simple. Bringing stories, thoughts, ideas, frameworks, and guests to help people stay on their path towards growth and fulfill their own perception of success.

  1. 3d ago

    Ep. 166 | It's a Labor of Love

    Labor Day Origins & Life’s True Labors of Love (Food, Fitness, Pets, Marriage, and More). In this episode, the hosts kick off around Labor Day, joke about confusing it with Memorial Day, and share an easy memory trick (Memorial in May). They discuss what Labor Day actually commemorates, tracing it to the Industrial Revolution, labor unions, long workdays, violent strikes, and the push for fairer conditions, then touch on Henry Ford’s role in popularizing the 8-hour workday and the rise of the coffee break. From there, they explore “labors of love”—work done without accolades or financial gain—including volunteering in BNI leadership and building mastermind workshops, mind-body maintenance like exercise and therapy, cooking creations like homemade chips and pico and naan-based meals, being a dedicated pet owner, tinkering with creative projects like newsletters and podcasts, and ultimately marriage as the ongoing work of being a good partner. 00:20 Holiday Mixup Banter 01:11 Memorial vs Labor Day 02:27 Labor Day Origins 03:47 Nine to Five and Coffee 05:27 Labors of Love Theme 06:25 BNI Leadership Service 10:24 Mind Body Maintenance 13:04 Cooking as a Labor 14:49 Chips Salsa and Naan 17:04 Pets and Dog Movies 19:25 Creative Tinkering Projects 21:23 Marriage Ultimate Labor 23:32 Life as Labor of Love  Key Topics: The origins of Labor Day and its historical significance The concept of labor of love in volunteering and community service Personal stories of labor of love in cooking, fitness, and hobbies The emotional and cognitive weight of volunteer leadership roles The importance of self-care as a labor of love Marriage and family as ultimate labor of love Key Takeaways: Labor of love often involves unpaid effort that brings deep fulfillment Many meaningful activities, like volunteering and hobbies, are labor of love Self-care and relationships require ongoing effort and are forms of labor of love The origins of Labor Day are rooted in the industrial revolution and workers' rights Engaging in passions and tinkering can be a form of self-fulfillment and growth Follow the SuccessFlow Podcast on ⁠Instagram⁠: ⁠⁠@successflowpodcast⁠⁠ To connect with Steven and ways he can help:⁠ Founder/Creator: ⁠⁠⁠www.oppoflowmindset.com⁠⁠ ⁠ Small Business Payroll - PHX Franchise Owner: ⁠⁠⁠www.journeypayrollhr.com⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@steven.oppo.flow ⁠ To connect with Phil and contact directly: ⁠⁠⁠https://phillipcrawford.com/⁠ ⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠@PhillipCrawford⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@flowstatecrawford⁠ ⁠ Acknowledgements: The Intro and Outro Music credit to Holden Peyton. This podcast episode is produced and published by Dolphin Podcasting, LLC. Launch your podcast today at ⁠⁠⁠www.DolphinPodcasting.com⁠⁠ Keywords: labor of love, volunteering, hobbies, relationships, self-care, personal growth, community, passion projects, work-life balance

  2. Sep 2

    Ep. 165 | Side Quests That Spark Growth (Ep. 143 Replay)

    How to Disrupt the Monotony: Side Quests That Spark Growth (SuccessFlow Podcast Ep. 143 Replay). Steven Harris introduces a replay of SuccessFlow Podcast episode 143, focused on “side quests” as intentional, growth-oriented pursuits that disrupt day-to-day monotony without necessarily being a side hustle. In conversation with Phil, they distinguish side quests from passive hobbies, emphasizing challenge, creativity, and measurable endpoints (e.g., running a 5K, writing a weekly newsletter, learning AI). They connect the concept to gaming and “gamifying life,” and share business examples where side projects became major products, including 3M’s Post-it Notes, Google’s Gmail, Stewart Butterfield’s Flickr and Slack, Instagram’s pivot from Burbn, and Twitter emerging from a podcasting company. They also discuss Patagonia’s origins, Jesse Itzler’s “Misogi” annual challenge, and how side quests help prevent burnout by expanding identity beyond career and roles. 00:00 Replay Episode Intro 01:13 What Are Side Quests 02:11 Why Adults Need Them 04:18 Side Quest vs Hobby 05:39 Gaming Origin Metaphor 07:35 Goals Identity Shift 08:34 Side Quests In Business 09:13 Slack Flickr Origin Story 17:01 More Examples Twitter Patagonia 20:26 Your Own Side Quest Ideas 23:00 Misogi Annual Challenge 25:48 AI As A Side Quest 26:39 Who Are You Beyond Work Follow the SuccessFlow Podcast on ⁠Instagram⁠: ⁠⁠@successflowpodcast⁠⁠ To connect with Steven and ways he can help:⁠ Founder/Creator: ⁠⁠⁠www.oppoflowmindset.com⁠⁠ ⁠ Small Business Payroll - PHX Franchise Owner: ⁠⁠⁠www.journeypayrollhr.com⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@steven.oppo.flow ⁠ To connect with Phil and contact directly: ⁠⁠⁠https://phillipcrawford.com/⁠ ⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠@PhillipCrawford⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@flowstatecrawford⁠ ⁠ Acknowledgements: The Intro and Outro Music credit to Holden Peyton. This podcast episode is produced and published by Dolphin Podcasting, LLC. Launch your podcast today at ⁠⁠⁠www.DolphinPodcasting.com⁠⁠

  3. Aug 26

    Ep. 164 | Intentionality at an Extraordinary Place

    Junto Summit Takeaways: Evidence, Brotherhood, Fitness & Faith | SuccessFlow Podcast The hosts reflect on their neighborhood gym shutting down and how losing physical spaces can mark life chapters, while emphasizing the need to pivot and find new options as gym amenities like saunas and cold plunges become more common. They share highlights from their annual Junto Summit in Heber, their sixth summit and fourth at Legacy Lodge, describing how the group’s energy emerges when a framework and intention are set. Key takeaways include deep, judgment-free conversations, the theme of “evidence” through a mock trial exercise examining values and KPIs, and a new physical fitness challenge retesting a two-minute run, plank, and 135-pound bench press. They also discuss a pivotal, respectful conversation about religion and spirituality, and encourage listeners to join or create supportive groups, noting someone asked about a similar women’s group. 01:10 Pivoting to New Fitness 03:09 Junto Summit Recap 06:37 Evidence Mock Trial 07:37 Fitness Gut Check 11:15 Religion Conversation 14:29 Places and Memories 18:23 Last Times Realization 20:41 Build Your Own Group 21:20 Women Want Community Too 23:26 Closing Thoughts  Key Topics: The significance of physical spaces in personal and community growth The role of vulnerability and deep conversations in group settings Physical fitness as a mental and emotional reset The importance of community and shared experiences in success Reflections on physical spaces and memories that shape us The process of building and trusting community groups Lessons learned from summits and retreats Follow the SuccessFlow Podcast on ⁠Instagram⁠: ⁠⁠@successflowpodcast⁠⁠ To connect with Steven and ways he can help:⁠ Founder/Creator: ⁠⁠⁠www.oppoflowmindset.com⁠⁠ ⁠ Small Business Payroll - PHX Franchise Owner: ⁠⁠⁠www.journeypayrollhr.com⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@steven.oppo.flow ⁠ To connect with Phil and contact directly: ⁠⁠⁠https://phillipcrawford.com/⁠ ⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠@PhillipCrawford⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@flowstatecrawford⁠ ⁠ Acknowledgements: The Intro and Outro Music credit to Holden Peyton. This podcast episode is produced and published by Dolphin Podcasting, LLC. Launch your podcast today at ⁠⁠⁠www.DolphinPodcasting.com⁠⁠

  4. Aug 19

    Ep. 163 | Driven by Ambition or Dissatisfaction?

    Ambitious or Dissatisfied? Finding “Enough” Without Losing Your Drive | SuccessFlow Podcast In this episode, Steven and Mr. Crawford unpack whether they’re truly ambitious or simply dissatisfied, exploring the idea of being “blissfully dissatisfied” as a mix of gratitude and hunger to grow. They discuss the modern consumption mindset, the moving goalpost problem, and the trap of believing there’s an endpoint where problems disappear, arguing instead that resilience and problem-solving evolve at each level. They contrast relentless striving with a friend who’s content running a successful dental practice without scaling, and reference the importance of defining “enough,” including ideas from the book “Die With Zero.” They also debate ambition without external validation, the desire for freedom and peace, balancing intense work with real rest, and how reflection and curiosity can allow contentment and ambition to coexist. 00:00 Ambition Or Dissatisfaction 00:21 Blissfully Dissatisfied 02:46 No Finish Line 04:16 Defining Enough 06:17 Living Now Vs Later 08:21 Work Like A Lion 09:19 Would You Want It 11:57 Curiosity And Contentment 15:34 Running Toward Or Away 17:16 Hedonic Treadmill 19:01 Purpose And Isolation Key Topics: The concept of blissfully dissatisfied and its role in happiness The importance of defining what 'enough' means for each individual The idea that problems persist throughout life and resilience is key The balance between ambition and contentment in modern life The role of reflection, gratitude, and curiosity in fulfillment The dangers of the hedonic treadmill and the importance of life design The concept of die with zero and enjoying the fruits of labor The impact of social comparison and the desire for anonymity The challenge of being content while still striving for more The importance of having meaningful relationships and purpose Key Takeaways: Being blissfully dissatisfied allows for gratitude and growth simultaneously. Defining 'enough' is crucial for happiness and avoiding endless pursuit. Problems are constant; resilience and problem-solving skills lead to peace. Balance is personal; what works for one may not work for another. Reflection and gratitude help in appreciating progress and current state. Life design and systems are necessary to manage modern abundance. Enjoying the fruits of labor is key to a fulfilling life. True freedom comes from having control over your time and choices. Ambition can be aligned with contentment through curiosity. There is no finish line; continuous growth and reflection are essential. Follow the SuccessFlow Podcast on ⁠Instagram⁠: ⁠⁠@successflowpodcast⁠⁠ To connect with Steven and ways he can help:⁠ Founder/Creator: ⁠⁠⁠www.oppoflowmindset.com⁠⁠ ⁠ Small Business Payroll - PHX Franchise Owner: ⁠⁠⁠www.journeypayrollhr.com⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@steven.oppo.flow ⁠ To connect with Phil and contact directly: ⁠⁠⁠https://phillipcrawford.com/⁠ ⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠@PhillipCrawford⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@flowstatecrawford⁠ ⁠ Acknowledgements: The Intro and Outro Music credit to Holden Peyton. This podcast episode is produced and published by Dolphin Podcasting, LLC. Launch your podcast today at ⁠⁠⁠www.DolphinPodcasting.com⁠⁠

  5. Aug 12

    Ep. 162 | The Gravity of Habits

    Behavioral Gravity: Breaking Defaults, Rewiring Habits, and Becoming Your Future Self | The SuccessFlow Podcast On The SuccessFlow Podcast, the hosts unpack “behavioral gravity”—the invisible pull of habits, environment, and subconscious defaults that keep people stuck in behaviors like social media scrolling, binge-watching, unhealthy routines, and addiction. They discuss how repetition grooves neural pathways, using a ski-slope metaphor and meditation as a way to “smooth the snow” and create new paths. One host shares a practical decision tool—“Should I? Could I? Would I?”—to interrupt unconscious patterns and build evidence of change through disciplined action. The conversation emphasizes identity-based change (e.g., “I’m a runner,” “I’m a non-smoker”), links addiction to underlying pain and coping rather than character flaws, and describes a hypnosis approach focused on subconscious permission, breath-based release, visualization, and reframing. They close by advocating deeper, soul-centered conversations over small talk and inviting listeners to examine what’s pulling them forward or holding them back. 00:00 Identity Over Habit 00:13 Behavioral Gravity Explained 00:55 Dopamine Traps Scrolling Netflix 03:58 Breaking Default Patterns 05:23 Neural Pathways Meditation Reset 06:30 Should Could Would Filter 08:24 Subconscious Triggers And Identity 10:27 Hypnosis For Smoking Cessation 14:30 Silence As A Tool 16:23 Compartmentalizing And Processing Pain 19:59 Beyond Small Talk Meaningful Work 23:01 Your Behavioral Gravity Takeaway  Key  Topics The concept of behavioral gravity and its impact on habits How environment and social media reinforce default behaviors Neural pathways and how repetition grooves them in the brain Using mindfulness and meditation to rework neural pathways The importance of identity in behavior change The role of the subconscious mind and hypnosis in breaking habits Practical tools like thought prompt filters for decision making The significance of deep, meaningful human connections Key Frameworks Neural Pathways Metaphor Thought Prompt Filter Behavioral Gravity Model Action Items Reflect on your current behavioral gravity and identify what pulls you back into old habits. Practice mindfulness and meditation to rework neural pathways. Use the thought prompt filter to evaluate new actions: should, could, would. Follow the SuccessFlow Podcast on ⁠Instagram⁠: ⁠⁠@successflowpodcast⁠⁠ To connect with Steven and ways he can help:⁠ Founder/Creator: ⁠⁠⁠www.oppoflowmindset.com⁠⁠ ⁠ Small Business Payroll - PHX Franchise Owner: ⁠⁠⁠www.journeypayrollhr.com⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@steven.oppo.flow ⁠ To connect with Phil and contact directly: ⁠⁠⁠https://phillipcrawford.com/⁠ ⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠@PhillipCrawford⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@flowstatecrawford⁠ ⁠ Acknowledgements: The Intro and Outro Music credit to Holden Peyton. This podcast episode is produced and published by Dolphin Podcasting, LLC. Launch your podcast today at ⁠⁠⁠www.DolphinPodcasting.com⁠⁠

  6. Aug 5

    Ep. 161 | From Chaos to Calm: Diving into our Nervous System

    Reset Your Nervous System: Polyvagal Theory, the Vagus Nerve, Neuroception, and Co‑Regulation The hosts shift to why “resetting your nervous system” has become a trend, focusing on the vagus nerve and Dr. Stephen Porges’ polyvagal theory. They discuss how safety requires signals, how people oscillate between nervous system states, and why modern conditioning can make regulation harder. The episode explains parasympathetic “rest and digest,” sympathetic fight-or-flight, and ventral/dorsal vagal pathways, using examples like a baby being soothed and the stress spike of seeing police lights while driving. They cover practical regulation tools such as breathwork (five in/five out), humming, yawning, cold plunges, and noticing physiological cues, plus concepts like neuroception (subconscious scanning for danger/safety) and co-regulation through community, friends, pets, gardening, and equine therapy. 00:00 Introduction to Vegas and Nervous System Trends 00:38 What is Polyvagal Theory and Why It Matters 01:29 The Role of the Vagus Nerve in Stress and Calm 02:10 How Meditation and Breathwork Regulate the Nervous System 03:14 The Three Circuits of Polyvagal Theory 04:34 The Importance of Safety and Signal Processing 06:49 The Vagus Nerve and Gut Regulation 08:31 Practical Techniques to Shift to Parasympathetic State 10:11 Recognizing and Managing Nervous System Oscillations 12:21 The Significance of Yawning and Breathing Patterns 14:23 Real-Life Examples of Nervous System Reactivity 16:05 Neurosception and Threat Detection 17:21 Building Neuroception and Handling Stressful Situations 18:30 Co-regulation and Its Role in Nervous System Health 20:04 The Impact of Environment and Relationships 22:49 Key Takeaways and Practical Advice for Nervous System Regulation 23:49 The Importance of Action Over Thought 24:31 Final Thoughts and Next Steps for Nervous System Health Key Topics: Polyvagal Theory and its three circuitsThe role of the vagus nerve in stress and relaxationTechniques for shifting from sympathetic to parasympathetic statesThe concept of neuroception and safety signalsCo-regulation and its importance in social and emotional healthPractical methods like breathing, humming, and yawning to regulate the nervous systemThe impact of lifestyle and environment on nervous system healthThe importance of awareness and real-time regulation Key Takeaways: Understanding polyvagal theory helps in managing stress effectively.Breathing techniques like slow, deep breaths can shift your nervous system.Co-regulation with others or pets can help stabilize your nervous system.Yawning and humming are natural ways to activate the parasympathetic system.Regularly practicing nervous system regulation supports longevity and well-being. Follow the SuccessFlow Podcast on ⁠Instagram⁠: ⁠⁠@successflowpodcast⁠⁠ To connect with Steven and ways he can help:⁠ Founder/Creator: ⁠⁠⁠www.oppoflowmindset.com⁠⁠ ⁠ Small Business Payroll - PHX Franchise Owner: ⁠⁠⁠www.journeypayrollhr.com⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@steven.oppo.flow ⁠⁠ To connect with Phil and contact directly: ⁠⁠⁠https://phillipcrawford.com/⁠ ⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠@PhillipCrawford⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@flowstatecrawford⁠ ⁠Acknowledgements: The Intro and Outro Music credit to Holden Peyton. This podcast episode is produced and published by Dolphin Podcasting, LLC. Launch your podcast today at ⁠⁠⁠www.DolphinPodcasting.com⁠⁠

  7. Jul 29

    Ep. 160 | Wild Stories Behind this Historic City

    Charleston Trip Recap: Ghost Stories, Yellow Fever, Fort Sumter & Robert Smalls. On the SuccessFlow podcast, the hosts recap a summer trip to South Carolina, spending time in Charleston before a family beach stay in Myrtle Beach. They discuss Charleston’s historic wealth and elegance, its role as a major port and early American hub, and visits to sites like the Battery, Fort Sumter, and the USS Yorktown museum. The conversation dives into local ghost lore, including the story of Lavinia and John Fisher and the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon’s harsh conditions. They also cover Charleston’s yellow fever outbreaks, mass graves reportedly built over, and how floods exposed bones. The episode highlights rice plantations and trade, mentions Robert Smalls’ escape on the Confederate ship Planter and his later career in Congress, and closes with trip anecdotes and podcast updates. 00:00 Infamous Last Words 00:14 Back on the Podcast 01:06 Charleston Trip Recap 03:31 Historic Sights and Tours 04:47 Charleston Ghost Lore 05:08 Lavinia Fisher Tale 09:05 Dungeon and Justice 10:21 Arizona Hauntings 11:06 Yellow Fever Trench 14:16 Rice Wealth and Naming 15:33 Robert Smalls Escape 17:55 Myrtle Beach and Firehouse 19:54 Church Brunch Surprise Follow the SuccessFlow Podcast on ⁠Instagram⁠: ⁠⁠⁠@successflowpodcast⁠⁠⁠ To connect with Steven and ways he can help:⁠ Founder/Creator: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.oppoflowmindset.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Small Business Payroll - PHX Franchise Owner: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.journeypayrollhr.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@steven.oppo.flow ⁠⁠⁠ To connect with Phil and contact directly: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://phillipcrawford.com/⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@PhillipCrawford⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@flowstatecrawford⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠@PhillipCrawford⁠ ⁠ Acknowledgements: The Intro and Outro Music credit to Holden Peyton. This podcast episode is produced and published by Dolphin Podcasting, LLC. Launch your podcast today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.DolphinPodcasting.com⁠⁠

  8. Jul 22

    Ep. 159 | Modern Insights from The Kybalion

    The Kybalion Explained: 7 Hermetic Principles for Taking Extreme Ownership. In a solo summer episode, Phil explores Hermeticism through The Kybalion, a modern text that distills the tradition into seven principles, and connects them to Buddhism, Stoicism, Daoism, and ideas like karma and Newton’s third law. The episode walks through mentalism (all is mind), correspondence (as above, so below), vibration (everything moves and “vibes” shape interactions), polarity (opposites differ by degree and can be transmuted), rhythm (tides and cycles that require pacing and neutrality), cause and effect (operate as a conscious cause through accountability and extreme ownership rather than reacting), and gender (masculine/feminine generative forces distinct from biological sex). Listeners are challenged to pick one principle to observe during the week, read the free public-domain Kybalion, and reflect at the year’s halfway point to guide actions in the second half. 00:00 Extreme Ownership Intro 00:23 Why Hermeticism Now 02:05 Seven Principles Overview 03:17 Principle One Mentalism 05:08 Principle Two Correspondence 06:10 Principle Three Vibration 08:59 Principle Four Polarity 10:15 Principle Five Rhythm 11:19 Principle Six Cause Effect 13:11 Principle Seven Gender 15:05 Try One Principle Key Topics: The seven Hermetic principles from the KybalioT Connections between ancient wisdom and modern psychology Practical applications of mentalism, vibration, and polarity How these principles influence mindset and energy The role of cause and effect in personal accountability Key Takeaways: The universe is a mental construction, and thoughts create reality. Patterns repeat across scales, from atoms to galaxies. Everything vibrates; our emotions and energy influence our environment. Opposites are two ends of the same spectrum, and balance is key. Cause and effect govern all outcomes, emphasizing personal responsibility. Resource: The Kybalion Follow the SuccessFlow Podcast on ⁠Instagram⁠: ⁠⁠@successflowpodcast⁠⁠ To connect with Steven and ways he can help:⁠ Founder/Creator: ⁠⁠⁠www.oppoflowmindset.com⁠⁠ ⁠ Small Business Payroll - PHX Franchise Owner: ⁠⁠⁠www.journeypayrollhr.com⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@steven.oppo.flow ⁠⁠ To connect with Phil and contact directly: ⁠⁠⁠https://phillipcrawford.com/⁠ ⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠@PhillipCrawford⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@flowstatecrawford⁠ ⁠ Acknowledgements: The Intro and Outro Music credit to Holden Peyton. This podcast episode is produced and published by Dolphin Podcasting, LLC. Launch your podcast today at ⁠⁠⁠www.DolphinPodcasting.com⁠⁠

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Our mission is simple. Bringing stories, thoughts, ideas, frameworks, and guests to help people stay on their path towards growth and fulfill their own perception of success.

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  • Creator
    Phil Crawford and Steven Harris
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    171
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Phil Crawford and Steven Harris
  • Show Website
    SuccessFlow Podcast