3-Minute Reframe with Cameron Conaway

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Every Thursday, host Cameron Conaway shares a lens that has helped him live with more clarity and courage. No hacks. Just thoughts from a business school professor, former MMA fighter, and investigative journalist trying to wring every last drop out of this wild and precious life. Cameron distills his unique background into sharp, impactful segments focused on personal growth, leadership, and working through the hard stuff in life. A reframed perspective on something can change your life; you might get this in one episode of 3MR.

  1. 1D AGO

    The Illusion of Separateness

    “We are here to awaken from the illusion of separateness.” — Ram Dass In an individualistic culture that promotes the myth of the "self-made millionaire," it is easy to lose sight of the interconnections of all things. Drawing on the teachings of Ram Dass and Thich Nhat Hanh’s concept of "interbeing," this episode reframes social anxiety and loneliness as a "Comparing Mind" that separates us from the unit. Recognize that what feels like a solo act is actually the result of a thousand helping hands. Show Notes & Resources: Podcast: The Way Out Is InBook: How Can I Help? by Ram Dass and Paul Gorman---Every Thursday, host ⁠Cameron Conaway⁠ shares a lens that has helped him live with more clarity and courage. No hacks. Just thoughts from a business school professor, former MMA fighter, and investigative journalist trying to wring every last drop out of this wild and precious life.

    2 min

  2. FEB 5

    Action Observation as Feedback

    Stop guessing how you're doing and start seeing what you're doing. We usually think of feedback as a verbal exchange, but there is a silent, more flexible path to improvement that bypasses words entirely: Action Observation. By intentionally watching high-level performers, you activate your brain's mirror neuron system—the neurological equivalent of a dress rehearsal. Whether you are a business leader or an athlete, using the "Observational On-Ramp" ensures you aren't starting from zero, but from a place of neurological readiness. Explore more about effective feedback and how feedback training can transform your performance. Show Notes & Resources: Subscribe to the 3-Minute Reframe NewsletterThe Study: Action Observation in AthletesCommunication Expert Mentioned: Vinh Giang---Every Thursday, host ⁠Cameron Conaway⁠ shares a lens that has helped him live with more clarity and courage. No hacks. Just thoughts from a business school professor, former MMA fighter, and investigative journalist trying to wring every last drop out of this wild and precious life.

    3 min

  3. JAN 29

    The Cost of Calendar Conformity

    "The mere consciousness of an engagement will sometimes worry a whole day." — Charles Dickens In 2009, Paul Graham identified the conflict between the "Manager's Schedule" (hourly blocks) and the "Maker's Schedule" (long, uninterrupted runways). In this episode, Cameron explores the concept of "Calendar Conformity"—the dangerous organizational habit of forcing creatives into a grid that destroys their flow. Whether you are a leader or a creator, this episode invites you to protect the spaciousness required for deep work. Resources: Read the original essay: Maker's Schedule, Manager's Schedule by Paul GrahamSubscribe to the 3-Minute Reframe Newsletter

    3 min

  4. JAN 22

    Finding Your Purple Cow

    "That weirdness? That could be your Purple Cow." Inspired by Seth Godin, this episode challenges the pressure to fit into a box—whether in business school or the corporate world. We explore the radical courage required to embrace the unique, "weird" parts of your story that actually help you stand out. Show notes: Get the book: Purple Cow by Seth GodinSubscribe to the 3-Minute Reframe Newsletter

    2 min

  5. JAN 15

    What's Under Your Rug?

    We sweep things away so quickly, we often forget we even have a rug. It is easier than ever to distract ourselves from grief, discomfort, or tough conversations. But eventually, the rug gets lumpy. This week’s reframe isn't about judging yourself for hiding things—it's an invitation to get curious about what is waiting underneath. Resources: Subscribe to the 3-Minute Reframe Newsletter

    2 min

  6. JAN 8

    When the Cage Door Shuts

    Knowing the feedback isn't enough. You have to embody it. Twenty years ago, Cameron was a professional mixed martial artist. In this episode, he shares the lesson he learned the moment the cage door shut: Intellectual knowledge dissolves under pressure. True leadership requires integrating feedback into your body through repetition, so you are ready when you step into your own arena. Resources: Caged: Memoirs of a Cage-Fighting PoetSubscribe to the 3-Minute Reframe Newsletter

    2 min

  7. JAN 1

    Jiro Ono and Slow Excellence

    In a world of "Fast Averageness," dare to choose Slow Excellence. Jiro Ono is considered the world's greatest sushi chef. His secret? A relentless, decades-long curiosity about the same craft. Today, we look at how resisting the urge to "hack" your way to the top can lead to a deeper, more sustainable form of mastery. Resources: Watch Jiro Dreams of Sushi on NetflixSubscribe to the 3-Minute Reframe Newsletter

    2 min

  8. 12/26/2025

    No Mud, No Lotus

    "My most painful experiences have been my greatest teachers." Inspired by the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, this episode explores the necessity of "mud" in our lives. We discuss how to reframe suffering not as a defect, but as the fertilizer required for the lotus to bloom—provided we have the psychological safety to process it. Resources: Read Cameron's article in Lion’s Roar MagazineSubscribe to the 3-Minute Reframe Newsletter

    2 min
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Every Thursday, host Cameron Conaway shares a lens that has helped him live with more clarity and courage. No hacks. Just thoughts from a business school professor, former MMA fighter, and investigative journalist trying to wring every last drop out of this wild and precious life. Cameron distills his unique background into sharp, impactful segments focused on personal growth, leadership, and working through the hard stuff in life. A reframed perspective on something can change your life; you might get this in one episode of 3MR.

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