Warrior Mindset Gene Crawford

6 Best Mental Health Advices

If it still bothers you after 24 hours, speak up within 48 hours.

Treat yourself like someone you are responsible for taking care of.

A bad day doesn’t mean a bad life.

The critical judge in your head does not tell the truth, and it does not have your best interest at heart.

Your brain can’t be grateful and anxious at the same time. When anxiety takes hold, look for gratitude.

Stop apologizing for expressing your feelings. You’re convincing yourself that you are not worth the space you take up.

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Meditation can happen anywhere/anyway

Coach Divine’s insight into how and when you CAN do it.

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Atomic Habits

The habit loop

It refers to the three-step process that makes up a habit, which includes the cue, the routine, and the reward. The cue triggers the brain to initiate the routine, and the reward reinforces the behavior, making it more likely to be repeated in the future. Understanding and manipulating the habit loop is a key aspect of developing new, positive habits and breaking old, negative ones.

Build identity-based habits

The idea is that habits become an extension of one's identity and thus, they are more likely to stick if they are tied to one's beliefs, values, and self-image. Rather than simply trying to adopt new behaviors as isolated actions, the focus is on making the new habits align with one's sense of self and purpose. By doing so, the individual is more motivated to maintain the habits even in the face of challenges or temptations. The author suggests using phrases like "I am the type of person who..." to link the habit to one's identity.

The Goldilocks Rule

The rule states that humans are most likely to stick with a habit when it is neither too easy nor too hard, but just right, meaning that the habit is challenging enough to be engaging, but not so hard that it's discouraging. According to the author, the Goldilocks Rule provides a framework for finding the ideal level of difficulty for a habit, so that the habit can be performed consistently and with minimal resistance. The idea is to start small and gradually increase the difficulty of the habit over time, finding the balance between boredom and frustration.

Habit Stacking

It refers to the process of attaching a new habit to an existing habit, thus making it easier to build a new behavior into one's routine. The idea is to stack the new habit on top of a current habit, using the established routine as a cue to trigger the new behavior. For example, if the current habit is to brush one's teeth every morning, the new habit could be to do 10 pushups after brushing teeth. By linking the new habit to an existing habit, the individual is able to build a new behavior into their daily routine with minimal effort and increase the chances of success.

How to break bad habits and create good ones

Identify the cue: Identify the trigger that starts the bad habit and then try to replace it with a new cue that triggers the desired behavior.

Make it unattractive: Reduce the rewards associated with the bad habit and increase the costs.

Make it difficult: Increase the friction or effort required to perform the bad habit.

Create a substitute: Create a new routine that satisfies the same craving or need that the bad habit was satisfying.

Make it a habit: Build the new behavior into a daily routine by stacking it on top of an existing habit.

Reframe your identity: Make the new habit an extension of your identity and view yourself as someone who engages in this behavior.

Celebrate small wins: Celebrate every small win along the way to reinforce the behavior and build confidence.

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Everyone loves a great story and Kelvin is no exception. While working as a public school art teacher he was “discovered” as a menswear model. The thing is though he had been grinding nightly building his blog and online presence as a body positivity menswear influencer – he was just ready to go when he got the call up to the big leagues.
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Kelvin Davis is the founder and creator of Notoriously Dapper, a body positive menswear blog showcasing outfits to inspire men of all sizes to find confidence in their appearance. Blogging with this purpose has led him to becoming a signed Model & Influencer to Bridge Models; an agency dedicated to bringing body diversity to the fashion and entertainment industry. Kelvin has also modeled for the likes of Target, GAP, Vineyard Vines, Nike and more. On his Instagram he shares images that empower us all to love ourselves while continuing to spread the message of being your best self.
Kelvin has been featured in major media outlets such as The New York Times, The Daily Mail and The New York Post for his contributions to male body positivity. He continues to break modeling standards and push the fashion industry to be more inclusive of all body types and races. Kelvin lives this message in his daily life, inspiring men and women worldwide to simply love themselves by finding and embracing the beauty within.
A leading light in the body confidence movement for men, his persona offers empowerment and wisdom that contributes to building self-esteem for everyone. In his own words, “You have to choose to be great; always remember clothing has sizes but style does not.” Now, as an award nominated author, he is spreading that same positivity through Notoriously Dapper: How to be a Modern Gentleman with Manners, Style and Body Confidence.

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In this episode Aaron and Gene discuss the importance of delegation in their personal and professional lives and the benefits of having a strong team. They also discuss the concept of "flow state" and the benefits of being in a flow state for productivity and overall well-being. The hosts also discuss the importance of setting goals and the role of visualization in achieving those goals. They also talk about the importance of self-care and the role it plays in maintaining a healthy mindset. Finally, they discuss the importance of learning from failures and using those failures as opportunities for growth.


Talk about the importance of grabbing a listener's attention within the first few seconds of an intro or trailer.
The book "Hook Point" by Brendan Kane discusses the importance of having a strong introduction to capture an audience's attention.
Delegation is an important skill for personal and professional success.
The concept of "flow state" refers to a state of heightened focus and productivity, and can have positive effects on overall well-being.
Setting goals and using visualization techniques can help in achieving those goals.
Self-care is important for maintaining a healthy mindset.
Learning from failures and viewing them as opportunities for growth is crucial for personal development.
We cover these topics and more as a guide for improving one's life and mindset.


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Miyamoto Musashi was a Japanese swordsman, philosopher, and writer who lived from 1584 to 1645. He was renowned for his skills in the art of sword-fighting and wrote the famous book “The Book of Five Rings”, which is still studied by martial artists today. Musashi was also known for his distinctive fighting style, which involved using two swords simultaneously. He was considered one of the greatest swordsmen in Japanese history.

The Book of Five Rings is a treatise on swordsmanship and martial arts written by Miyamoto Musashi. IMHO the top five concepts introduced in the book include:

No Mind
The Void
Three Modes of Attack
The Way of the Sword
The Five Rings

No-Mind
The concept of “no-mind”, or mushin, which is the state of being completely focused and free from distractions or emotions.

No-mind or mushin is the idea that a martial artist should be able to remain focused and free from distractions or emotions during combat. Musashi believed that this state of mind was essential for success in battle, as it allowed the martial artist to respond quickly and decisively to any situation. He wrote that “the primary thing when you take a sword in your hands is your intention to cut the enemy, whatever the means. Whenever you parry, hit, spring, strike or touch the enemy’s cutting sword, you must cut the enemy in the same movement. It is essential to attain this.”

The Void
The concept of “the void”, or mushin, which is the state of being empty and free from preconceived notions or expectations.

The concept of “the void” or mushin is the idea that a martial artist should be empty and free from preconceived notions or expectations during combat. Musashi believed that this state of mind was essential for adaptability and flexibility in battle, as it allowed the martial artist to respond to any situation without being limited by preconceived notions or expectations. He wrote that “the void is not emptiness. It is rather a place of potential, a space that can be filled with any number of possibilities. When you are in the void, you are able to see all options clearly and choose the best course of action without being influenced by your own desires or expectations.”

“The Void is not emptiness. It is rather a place of potential, a space that can be filled with any number of possibilities.”

Three Modes of Attack
Musashi discusses three different modes of attack in The Book of Five Rings: the “direct” mode, the “indirect” mode, and the “combined” mode. The direct mode “Ken no sen” involves attacking an opponent directly and with full force, using powerful strikes and techniques. The indirect mode “Tai no sen” involves using feints and other tactics to trick the opponent and create openings for attack. The combined mode “Tai tai no sen” involves using a combination of direct and indirect attacks in order to keep the opponent off balance and gain the upper hand.

The Way of the Sword
The concept of “the way of the sword” is the idea that the pursuit of martial arts should be a lifelong journey of learning and self-improvement. Musashi believed that this was the key to success in combat, as it allowed the martial artist to continually improve and adapt to changing circumstances. He wrote that “the way of the sword is not just about mastering a particular technique or style. It is about constantly seeking to improve and grow as a martial artist. It is about never being satisfied with your current level of skill, and always striving to become better. The way of the sword is a lifelong journey, and those who follow it will find that they are always learning and growing.”

The Five Rings
The concept of “the five rings”, which are the five elements of strategy that Musashi believed were essential to success in martial arts: the earth, water, fire, wind, and void.


The concept of “the five rings” is the idea that there are five elements of strategy

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Review of the top books i've made my way through in 2022.



Breathe: A Life in Flow

by Rickson Gracie

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The Gift of Fear Paperback

by Gavin de Becker

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The Book of Five Rings:

Deluxe Slip-case Edition (Arcturus Silkbound Classics)

by Miyamoto Musashi

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How to Fall in Love with the Process of Becoming Great

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An Unapologetically American Story of Fighting the Taliban, UFC Warriors, and Myself

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The Danaher Diaries:

Over 100 of John Danaher's Musings on Jiu-Jitsu, Kaizen, Training, and Living Paperback

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The Official Extreme Ownership Companion Workbook

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HWPO: Hard Work Pays Off

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Mind Over Muscle:
Writings from the Founder of Judo

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Think Like a Monk:

Train Your Mind for Peace and Purpose Every Day

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Courage Is Calling:

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Sea Stories:

My Life in Special Operations

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Talking through what it takes to get from beginner to Blackbelt with my son Thomas. It' surreal to have shared the journey with him both through his own accomplishments and my own. What a great conversation we had here.

Thomas doesn't know this but he has become one of my heroes. He works hard to be the best version of himself he can be every day. We have a shared experience with both of our journey's to Blackbelt as we share the same teacher (Sensei.) This discussion is about that.


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