Mr. Bright Side

Matthew Boulton

Never has there been a better time to be alive in human history. If you’re not feeling it, it’s essential that you discover why. Health, wealth, happiness, and other components of successful living are not achieved by accident. Everything has a cause. This is the weekly show that seeks and discusses impactful ideas, systems, and inspiration---the thinking---to fuel your pursuit of a flourishing, thriving life. matthewboulton.substack.com

  1. Ep. 67: Chad Morris: Give less (way less) to gain more (way more) in fitness

    11/05/2021

    Ep. 67: Chad Morris: Give less (way less) to gain more (way more) in fitness

    A lot of us think that in exercise, more is better. We all just don’t do enough. But perhaps we’re giving too much. In today’s interview, our guest, Chad Morris, discusses how people over-train to their detriment, as they give up way too much time, money, effort, sweat, and stress in return for way too few fitness returns and way too many tears in frustration and discouragement. What if we could do a lot less for a lot more? Check out Chad's Myogenics fitness studio: https://www.myogenicsfitness.com/ Take a virtual tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPtUPL53uEA See Chad's 2019 TOS-Con Talk: 'Basic Principles and Pitfalls of Fitness Training: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_74PPgFlJs Check out (son) Seth's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdyHsGgESyglhKDvKzTXDcQ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwU-Y5aIn74 Learn more at https://matthewboulton.ca/ or https://www.facebook.com/matthewboulton.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com

    1h 44m
  2. Ep. 66: Lisa VanDamme: "Mother of two twice" on parenting and education

    09/26/2021

    Ep. 66: Lisa VanDamme: "Mother of two twice" on parenting and education

    Lisa VanDamme, educator and parent (which you’ll see are both understatements), has answers regarding education and parenting that stem from an approach which I might describe as rationally passionate or passionately rational—I can’t decide which is more appropriate. In any case, you’ll hear the clear thinking down to the root of each issue that ought to concern any parent or person concerned with the future generation and the society they will help build and in which we all must live. You’ll also see the passionate love for her children and students shine through in our interview. I’m sure that after hearing Lisa’s unique approach to the subject dearest to any parent, you will be wondering where you can find a teacher like her or a school like hers, or how you might also apply some of her insights toward being the best parent you can be for your child—and more, how you can appreciate and enjoy the journey of parenting even more deeply than you might. Find Lisa and get involved with her projects: VanDamme Academy: https://www.vandammeacademy.com/ VDA on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/VanDammeAcademy Documentary, 'A Little Candle': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hv2TWkmTIlE&t=327s Read With Me: https://readwithmesalon.com/info/home Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisa.vandamme Enjoy Parenting podcast: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85KSIMblOTU Learn more at https://matthewboulton.ca/ or https://www.facebook.com/matthewboulton.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com

    1h 33m
  3. Ep. 65: Clear room for new growth (break announcement)

    08/08/2021

    Ep. 65: Clear room for new growth (break announcement)

    We've got to clear away some weeds--and sometimes even some healthy plants--to make room for new growth. Matthew makes and announcement about taking a step away from regular Mr. Bright Side podcast episodes. Don't worry! He will still be pursuing particular guests who he personally wants to have on, and will publish those interviews as they come. And on top, he will be back in some new incarnation at some point. Listen in for details as to what and why, and think about what you might drop from your own life that may not be as necessary as you think. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JznhSRn1l0 Learn more at https://matthewboulton.ca/ or https://www.facebook.com/matthewboulton.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com

    13 min
  4. Ep. 64: Bright Side News & Optimistic Opinion [Pt. 2: Can you believe this is for us?]

    07/25/2021

    Ep. 64: Bright Side News & Optimistic Opinion [Pt. 2: Can you believe this is for us?]

    Good stuff is happening, and it’s much more common than the negative. Listen in for some optimistic news that’s going on in the world. In Part 1 of this two-part series, Matthew highlighted some of the astounding feats of medical science, while expounding on what this means for the lives of real individuals like you and him–and those we love. In Part 2, he presents a variety of thrilling innovations that promise to make our lives even more convenient, fun, and simply richer with experience. Man, is this exciting! Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWvUmu0u8Ek Learn more at https://matthewboulton.ca/ or https://www.facebook.com/matthewboulton.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com

    18 min
  5. Ep. 63: Bright Side News & Optimistic Opinion [Pt. 1: Medical breakthroughs]

    07/11/2021

    Ep. 63: Bright Side News & Optimistic Opinion [Pt. 1: Medical breakthroughs]

    Good stuff is happening, and it’s much more common than the negative. Listen in for some optimistic news that’s going on in the world. In Part 1 of this two-part series, Matthew highlights some of the astounding feats of medical science, while expounding on what this means for the lives of real individuals like you and him–and those we love. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKMuFctZVH4 Learn more at https://matthewboulton.ca/ or https://www.facebook.com/matthewboulton.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com

    21 min
  6. Ep. 62: "Hey, are you not walking your talk?"

    06/27/2021

    Ep. 62: "Hey, are you not walking your talk?"

    Matthew sets some context after he was apparently “busted” breaking his own rules, the same rules he claimed on his show were so helpful in leading him to get more done and enjoy his free time even more. Who is he to be sharing advice with people if he doesn’t actually practice what he preaches? Fair question. On today’s episode, he responds. See how setting boundaries is not restrictive but liberating, and how higher context goals ought to inform lesser ones. And then how we can be kind to ourselves while more deftly walking the line between rationalizing bad choices and not beating ourselves up to where we paralyze action. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6rg8gM3FfE Learn more at https://matthewboulton.ca/ or https://www.facebook.com/matthewboulton.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com

    20 min
  7. Ep. 61: Fling open the windows, or disappear into the vacuum?

    06/13/2021

    Ep. 61: Fling open the windows, or disappear into the vacuum?

    Matthew elaborates on the lyrics of My Morning Jacket’s 2011 “Circuital,” and the themes and lessons within. He also comments on the music itself, as it is an exhilarating and joyous song. What are you going to do with your glorious and limited time “out on the circuit”? Listen to Circuital: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8EtNSUy93U Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WqXr2xyFvUI Learn more at https://matthewboulton.ca/ or https://www.facebook.com/matthewboulton.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com

    23 min
  8. Ep. 60: Wear your experience, not a Chanel bag

    05/30/2021

    Ep. 60: Wear your experience, not a Chanel bag

    Should I save now to have for later? Spend now for life experience at the expense of one’s future security? How much either way? And then spend on what? Acquiring things or experiences? And then at what balance? These are all questions one must answer for oneself, and there is no “right way” to live. But depending on the answers, there is something that comes across in how much we experience in life in how much grace we carry ourselves with and in how we deal with others. It shows through in one’s carriage and being, so that we in effect “wear” that experience. It is also revealed to ourselves when no one else is looking in how much we are truly satisfied with the experience of our own lives. Matthew’s wife said that while she used to spend much of her salary on designer bags and clothes, she now prefers to “wear her experience,” and he shares their discussion about that theme in today’s episode. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqJBzluBZaY Learn more at https://matthewboulton.ca/ or https://www.facebook.com/matthewboulton.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewboulton.substack.com

    23 min
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About

Never has there been a better time to be alive in human history. If you’re not feeling it, it’s essential that you discover why. Health, wealth, happiness, and other components of successful living are not achieved by accident. Everything has a cause. This is the weekly show that seeks and discusses impactful ideas, systems, and inspiration---the thinking---to fuel your pursuit of a flourishing, thriving life. matthewboulton.substack.com

Information

  • Creator
    Matthew Boulton
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    66
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Matthew Boulton
  • Show Website
    Mr. Bright Side