Simple Conversations

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Helping those feeling Lost to find themselves.. Learning from experiences, reflections and some of the most impressive people in the world. Business Owners grossing over $500m, Best-selling Authors, Content Creators, Grammy Nominated Musicians, World Class Athletes, Expert Interviewers, Prestigious Doctors, Thought Leaders and even a Magician. Keeping Learning Simple, Direct and Without the Fluff.

  1. Paralympic World Record Breaker: Your Habits Have Ruined Your Potential | SC111

    4D AGO

    Paralympic World Record Breaker: Your Habits Have Ruined Your Potential | SC111

    Mikael Avatar didn't breathe for 45 minutes when he was born. Doctors diagnosed him with cerebral palsy and told his parents what he'd never be able to do. Then he broke a Paralympic world record in front of 68,000 people. This is one of the most extraordinary stories you'll ever hear. In this episode, you'll discover: • What it's like to be born clinically dead for 45 minutes • How his family had 17 people living with them (including 6 from India for 4.5 years) • Why doctors said he'd never ride a bike - so he taught himself in secret • Training 143 hours per week for 3 months (to test his capacity) • The mental game of performing at hundredths-of-a-second precision • What it actually feels like to be the best in the world at something • Why achieving the goal left him completely empty inside • How "living on autopilot" destroys most people's lives • The simple morning routine change that transformed his client's entire life • Why most people have all the tools they need - just in the wrong order Chapters; 00:00 Understanding Autopilot: The Good and the Bad 07:21 Mikael's Journey: From Adversity to Achievement 18:50 The Importance of Goals and Authenticity 24:05 The Avatar Method: Small Steps to Big Changes 32:21 High Performance and the Risk of Burnout My Short Stories - https://simpleconversations.substack.com/ ASG; https://www.instagram.com/asg_simple https://www.reddit.com/r/SimpleConversations/ Mikael; https://mikaelavatar.com amazon.com/Life-Reset-Practical-Resetting-Motivational-ebook/dp/B07KNP6H77/ Instagram: instagram.com/mikaelavatar (Reels & Videos) LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mikaelavatar TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikaelavatar YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MikaelAvatarStjernvall Facebook: facebook.com/mikaelavatarstjernvall Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    44 min

  2. MAR 23

    The Approval Trap is destroying potential, and here’s why | Hadleigh Kirk | SC110

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    40 min
  3. The Thing You Want, Won't Make You Happy | Jeff Rasley | SC109

    MAR 16

    The Thing You Want, Won't Make You Happy | Jeff Rasley | SC109

    Jeff Rasley once the lived the "good life". Sports Cars, Harley Davidson, Prestigious career and healthy family.... But it made him miserable. Today we are discussing how the pre-conceived idea of what a dream life is, might actually be your living hell. You'll hear stories about how Jeff slowly self-destructed due to unresolved feelings of living a lie. You will then learn how he took back control and found the real "good life". Chapters; 00:00 - Success doesn’t equal happiness? 03:40 - Could you be ignoring your passion? 11:00 - Have it all but something is still missing. 15:30 - Finding the good life 19:20 - Stop ignoring your gut feeling 24:30 - Assemble a support system now 26:40 - Preventing repeated issues My Short Stories - https://simpleconversations.substack.com/ ASG; https://www.instagram.com/asg_simple https://www.reddit.com/r/SimpleConversations/ https://www.jeffrasley.com/ #success #happiness #psychology #podcast #mindfulness Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    31 min

  4. MAR 9

    CDV Expert: Childhood Trauma Explained | SC108

    You formed beliefs about who you are before your brain could challenge them. Those beliefs are still running your life. Brian Martin explains why childhood experiences shape adult personalities, insecurities, and problems—and why simply "being an adult" doesn't make them disappear. The CDC just published research showing 3 in 4 high school students have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). These aren't rare occurrences. They're the norm. Chapters; 00:00 - Childhood shapes your Adulthood 02:39 - Pattern Recognition needs more Attention 06:47 - Childhood Events that impact “Tough Love” 11:00 - Friend’s Experiences can pass on Trauma 15:02 - Why People are driven by fame, money and power 19:00 - You Might Need a psychiatrist 26:10 - You Should Look Into Your Childhood Timeline This Episode is for people who: Feel stuck in patterns they don't understand, recognize their thoughts are unpleasant most of the time, wonder why childhood events still affect them, and want frameworks for breaking generational cycles. Brian breaks down the landmark ACEs study (the most important study nobody's heard of), why undeserved guilt is the worst kind, and how awareness is the first step to changing beliefs formed before you could challenge them. 🔗 Free screening tool & resources: cdv.org My Short Stories - https://simpleconversations.substack.com/ ASG; https://www.instagram.com/asg_simple https://www.reddit.com/r/SimpleConversations/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    32 min
  5. Communications Expert: Reverse Engineering Social Confidence | SC107

    MAR 3

    Communications Expert: Reverse Engineering Social Confidence | SC107

    Looksmaxxing is everywhere in 2026. But what if you're fixing the wrong thing? Jeff Callahan, author of "ConfidenceMaxxing," reveals why social confidence matters more than physical appearance—and how to actually build it. While looksmaxxing focuses on jawlines and "hunter eyes," 47.9% of college students report social anxiety. The real problem isn't your face. It's your fear of social situations. Jeff breaks down why the "report card" mentality ruins conversations, how to document social wins, and the specific techniques that create genuine connection. This isn't theory—it's a complete system for becoming socially confident. 🔗 Get the book: becomemore compelling.com/book 📚 "Confidence Maxing" by Jeff Callahan (available on Amazon + Audible) Chapters; 00:00 - Role Models For Confidence 03:53 - Make Eye Contact Not Weird Again 09:01 - Crafting Body Language 15:30 - Attaching Achievement to Confidence 23:03 - HermitMaxxing 25:06 - Sitting in Awkward Silences 33:12 - Overthinking leading to Overthinking 35:36 - The ConfidenceMaxxing Exam 38:51 - Social Goal Setting My Short Stories - https://simpleconversations.substack.com/ ASG; https://www.instagram.com/asg_simple https://www.reddit.com/r/SimpleConversations/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    42 min

  6. FEB 23

    Champions Mindset: Using Your Problems To Your Advantage | Jure Koscak | SC106

    Everyone thinks champions are driven by passion and love. They're wrong. Jure Koscak, professional table tennis player who's competed at the highest levels, reveals what actually fuels elite athletes. Most champions come from broken families, war zones, and dire conditions. They don't train from joy—they train from something darker. In this episode you'll discover: • Why most successful athletes feed on hate and obsession • The dark pattern behind Jordan, Djokovic, and other legends • Why "toxic fuel" creates champions but destroys people • The difference between athletes who survive vs. those who burn out • How breathwork and meditation are the only escape from this cycle This is for people who: Want to understand the real psychology of success, aren't afraid of uncomfortable truths, and recognize that greatness often comes from darkness. Jure also breaks down why social media is making this worse, how athletes manage internal vs. external pressure, and the nervous system science behind peak performance. Chapters; 00:00 - The Darkness of Success 07:54 - You Put Too Much Pressure on Yourself 13:19 - The Inner Game of Tennis 19:22 - Your Health is Declining Because of Pressure 23:05 - Learn To Speak More Positively 27:25 - Hustle Culture (Again) 32:24 - Bill Beswick’s 3 Pivotal Questions for Change 38:56 - Learn Breath work and Meditation. FREE Newsletter - https://simpleconversations.substack.com/ ASG; https://www.instagram.com/asg_simple https://www.reddit.com/r/SimpleConversations/ Jure; https://www.instagram.com/genuine_athlete.jk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jure82/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    47 min

  7. FEB 16

    Fitness Myths Debunked: What Actually Builds Muscle and Improves Health | Dr Tommy Rhee | SC105

    You think you're recovering. You're actually destroying your body. 90% of athletes never get back to 100% between workouts. They start at 90%, then 80%, then wonder why they're always injured. Dr. Tommy Rhee spent years in NFL locker rooms watching this cycle destroy careers. Olympians, WWE superstars, professional athletes all making the same fatal mistake. What you'll discover: • The "no pain, no gain" lie that's ruining your progress • Why pushing through fatigue leads to permanent injury • The difference between injury pain vs recovery pain • How professional athletes actually recover (it's not what you see) • The stem cell secret that doesn't require injections This Episode is for people who: Are tired of conflicting fitness advice, want to train smarter without burnout, and understand that recovery is just as important as training. Stop treating your body like it's disposable. Learn what the pros actually do. 🔗 Visit www.rheegen.com for more info 📚 Book: "The Future of Regenerative Medicine" Chapters; 00:00 - Biggest Lie about Recovery and Performance 01:!5 - Inside an NFL Locker Room 05:36 - How Tommy Saved an NFL Quarterback’s career 13:42 - Peptides 16:20 - The Walter Dix Story 24:32 - Crafting a Good Morning Routine 36:00 - Myth 1 - Protein Window 39:10 - Myth 2 - Carbs are bad 40:20 - Myth 3 - Protein Shakes are essential 41:17 - Myth 4 - Inflammation is bad 42:38 - Myth 5 - Dynamic Over Static Stretching 43:38 - Myth 6 - 7 hours of sleep is optimal FREE Newsletter - https://simpleconversations.substack.com/ ASG; https://www.instagram.com/asg_simple https://www.reddit.com/r/SimpleConversations/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    46 min

  8. FEB 10

    Why People Are So Easily Offended Today | Psychology of Modern Sensitivity | Danny Johnson | SC104

    Why does everything feel irritating now? In this episode, comedian Danny Johnson breaks down why people are more easily annoyed, offended, and reactive than ever before. He explores how powerlessness, constant exposure, and taking ourselves too seriously have changed the way we relate to each other — and why comedy used to relieve pressure instead of adding to it. This conversation isn’t about politics or sides. It’s about human behaviour, emotional regulation, and why humour matters more than ever when people feel unheard and out of control. If you’ve noticed that everything feels heavier, louder, and more personal than it used to, this episode explains why. Chapters; 00:00 - Are we more bothered now? 03:30 - Is there too much crowd work in Comedy? 06:11 - Are we taking ourselves too seriously? 09:29 - Power Dynamics 14:25 - Hustle Culture 20:57 - Being Offended 22:37 - Inability to laugh at ourselves 24:14 - Clean Comedy 27:21 - Is Comedy less commercial in 2026? 36:32 - Creativity around the red tape 37:54 - Quick-fire round FREE Newsletter - https://simpleconversations.substack.com/ ASG; https://www.instagram.com/asg_simple https://www.reddit.com/r/SimpleConversations/ Danny; https://dannyjohnson.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dannyjohnsoncomedy/ https://www.facebook.com/DannyJohnsonComedy/ Danny's Comedy Special - Everything Bothers Me; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aZgNtk66Q8 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    41 min
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Helping those feeling Lost to find themselves.. Learning from experiences, reflections and some of the most impressive people in the world. Business Owners grossing over $500m, Best-selling Authors, Content Creators, Grammy Nominated Musicians, World Class Athletes, Expert Interviewers, Prestigious Doctors, Thought Leaders and even a Magician. Keeping Learning Simple, Direct and Without the Fluff.

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  • Creator
    ASG
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    113
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © ASG
  • Show Website
    Simple Conversations

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