You Can Too with James Brackin IV

James Brackin IV
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You Can Too with James Brackin IV

Sharing inspiring stories from exceptional humans to explore into what they’ve overcome, are currently overcoming, and show you how you can too. Previous guests include Seth Godin, Hollywood Medium Tyler Henry, Matt D'Avella, Noah Kagan, Gary Brecka, Evan Carmichael, Bruce Lipton, Case Kenny, Derek Sivers, Mark Sisson, Daniel Priestley, James Altucher and so many more.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    #274: Drew Hanlen ⎼ #1 NBA Skills Coach Reveals The Real Secrets to Winning

    Drew Hanlen is an author, keynote speaker and strategic coach to some of the top professional athletes and business leaders in the world. He is widely considered the #1 NBA Skills Coach in the world and has played a pivotal role in securing over $4 billion worth of contracts for his NBA clients, including NBA MVP Joel Embiid and NBA All-Stars Jayson Tatum, Bradley Beal, Zach LaVine, Tyrese Maxey and Tyrese Haliburton. My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv Coaching Inquires: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-10 Find Drew Here: https://www.instagram.com/drewhanlen/ Chapters 00:00 Unbreakable Faith: The Foundation of Success 05:12 The Role of Arrogance and Confidence in Performance 09:53 Motivation: Scarcity vs. Abundance 15:04 Eliminating Self-Deception for Growth 19:53 The Balance of Talent and Hard Work 25:09 Gratitude and Perspective in Achievement 30:40 The Power of Discipline and Identity 38:02 Managing Stress and Expectations 44:22 Unlearning the Need for Constant Striving

    47 min

  2. DEC 12

    #273: Dr. Kurt Gray ⎼ Is Political Division the Biggest Threat to Our Future?

    Dr. Gray is a Professor in Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he directs the Deepest Beliefs Lab and the Center for the Science of Moral Understanding. He is also an Adjunct Professor in Organizational Behavior at the Kenan-Flagler Business School at UNC, where he teaches about organizational ethics and team processes. Dr. Gray received his PhD from Harvard University. My instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv Find Kurt Here: https://x.com/kurtjgray Coaching inquires: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-10Timestamps:00:00 03:01 Exploring Typecasting and Moral Conflict 05:52 The Disconnect Between Modern Problems and Ancient Brains 09:04 Moral Outrage and the Competition for Victimhood 11:55 Conflict Entrepreneurs and the Victimhood Olympics 14:59 The Rise of Learned Helplessness 17:55 Empathy and Understanding in a Divided World 20:59 The Importance of Motivation in Conversations 23:58 The End of History Effect and Moral Certainty 26:59 Finding Common Ground Amidst Political Polarization 28:43 The Humanity in Conflict 30:02 Moral Judgments and Intuition 31:58 Motivated Reasoning and Group Identity 33:50 The Evolution of Social Belonging 35:55 Finding Common Ground 37:40 The Threat of Anti-Pluralism 39:35 The Power of Personal Stories 40:19 The Challenge of Facts in Divisive Times 42:49 The Impact of Social Isolation 44:24 Reflections on Writing and Self-Discovery

    51 min

  3. DEC 5

    #272: Derick Grant ⎼What Does It Mean To Heal Your Inner Child?

    Derick Grant is an entrepreneur, author, former Harlem Globetrotter, and one of the world’s most sought after life strategist. You can find him here: https://www.instagram.com/dgmindset/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv Dive deeper with me: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-10 Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:57 The Journey of Self-Discovery 06:00 The Role of Competition and Creation 09:05 The Inner Child and Self-Acceptance 12:06 Perspective and Life Experiences 14:51 Healing the Inner Child 17:57 Influences and Learning 21:13 Ayahuasca and Ego Dissolution 24:01 Coaching and Helping Others 27:42 Understanding Boundaries and Energy Management 30:46 Courage in Self-Development and Facing Fears 33:57 The Power of Awareness in Healing 36:48 The Role of Entrepreneurship in Personal Growth 37:36 The Importance of Relationships with Self and Others 38:48 Practices for Returning to Self 39:43 The Sequential Nature of Healing Laws 40:42 The Journey of Self-Acceptance and Love 41:43 The Delusion of Self-Concept in Athletes 42:50 Unlearning the Need for External Validation 43:59 The Future Vision and Goals for Growth

    51 min

  4. NOV 28

    #271: Joseph Nguyen ⎼ Don't Believe Everything You Think

    Joseph Nguyen is the author of the #1 international bestselling book, Don't Believe Everything You Think, which has been translated into 31+ languages. You can find him here: https://josephnguyen.org/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv Dive deeper with me: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-10Chapters 00:00 Why You Shouldn't Believe Everything You Think 08:11 The Journey Through Pain 18:56 Meditation and Presence 25:08 Ways of To Stop Negative Thoughts 31:15 Navigating Emotions and the Mind-Body Connection 37:59 Awareness and the Journey of Unlearning 44:26 Shifting Perspectives on Purpose and Meaning 49:48 Embracing Multiple Interests and the Journey of Life

    54 min

  5. NOV 21

    #270: George Mumford ⎼ Kobe & MJ's Mindfulness Coach On How To Unlock Your Inner Greatness

    George Mumford is a globally recognized speaker, teacher, and coach. Since 1989, he’s been honing his gentle, but groundbreaking mindfulness techniques with people from locker rooms to board rooms, Yale to jail. He roomed with Dr. J, Julius Erving in College and Michael Jordan credits George with transforming his on-court leadership, helping the Bulls to six NBA championships, while Mumford has also worked with Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal, and countless other NBA players, Olympians, executives, and artists. You can find George here: georgemumford.com My Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/ Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage 03:01 The Journey to Mindfulness 06:05 Anxiety and Freedom 09:13 Embracing Life's Challenges 11:54 The Power of Acceptance 14:53 Mindset and Personal Responsibility 17:53 Authenticity and Performance 25:49 Frames of Orientation and Self-Mastery 32:01 The Power of Perspective and Growth Mindset 36:36 The Journey of Unlearning and Embracing Change 49:54 Finding Meaning in Suffering and the Nature of Life

    50 min

  6. NOV 14

    #269: Lorie Ladd ⎼ There Is About To Be A Shift In Human Consciousness

    Lorie Ladd is an author, spiritual teacher, and thought leader specializing in the evolution of human consciousness. In our conversation we explore the themes of spiritual awakening, the importance of embodiment, and the journey of remembering one's true essence as a soul. Lorie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorie_ladd/ My instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/ Chapters 00:00 The Power of Connection and Collective Energy 01:49 Navigating Chaos and Embracing Change 05:35 The Shift from Knowledge to Deep Knowingness 09:31 The Importance of Embodiment in Human Evolution 13:30 Awakening to Truth: A Journey of Remembering 22:50 Living as Soul: The Dance of Human Experience 33:18 The Journey of Self-Discovery 36:16 Connecting with Higher Dimensions 40:24 The Power of Knowing vs. Understanding 44:47 Embracing Transformation and Letting Go 48:51 The Courage to Surrender Control 55:51 Navigating Consumerism and Authenticity

    58 min

  7. NOV 7

    #268: George Bonanno ⎼ What Does The Science Say On Overcoming Trauma?

    George Bonanno is a Professor of Clinical Psychology at Columbia University and internationally recognized for his pioneering research on human resilience in the face of loss and potential trauma. He is recognized among the top one percent most cited scientists in the world. In this conversation, George Bonanno, discusses the misconceptions surrounding trauma, the nature of resilience, and the impact of language on our understanding of traumatic events. Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/ Timestamps: 00:00 Understanding Trauma: Myths and Realities 06:32 The Science of Resilience: Factors and Flexibility 10:52 Language and Trauma: The Power of Framing 15:10 Defining Trauma: When Does It Become a Disorder? 22:39 The Evolution of PTSD: A Historical Perspective 27:33 The Journey to Understanding Trauma and Resilience 33:43 Navigating Trauma: The Flexibility Sequence 41:28 Coping Ugly: Embracing Imperfection in Healing 46:25 Reinterpreting Past Trauma: The Power of Perspective 54:02 Unlearning Beliefs: The Continuous Journey of Growth

    56 min

  8. OCT 31

    #267: Joe De Sena ⎼ How To Build Extreme Mental Toughness

    Joe De Sena is a best-selling author, serial entrepreneur, and endurance athlete. In this episode, I sit down with Joe De Sena, founder of Spartan Races, where he shares his journey from growing up with the mob to building a $500M brand off of races. 🏃 Check out Joe on: ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ realjoedesena ➤ Spartan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spartan ➤ Spartan Website: https://www.spartan.com/ My Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/ Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and Anticipation for Spartan Race 02:00 Influence of Parents on Personal Development 04:49 The Concept of Extreme Balance 07:43 The Importance of Pivoting in Life 10:45 Building Resilience Through Struggles 13:32 Modern-Day Discomfort and Its Consequences 16:37 Daily Habits for Success 19:20 Chasing Dopamine and Physical Challenges 22:18 Cultivating Relationships for Success 25:18 Gratitude and Perspective in Adversity 28:12 Lessons from Risks and Investments 31:18 Finding Purpose in Spartan Races 34:03 Unlearning and Focusing on Patience

    38 min
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Sharing inspiring stories from exceptional humans to explore into what they’ve overcome, are currently overcoming, and show you how you can too. Previous guests include Seth Godin, Hollywood Medium Tyler Henry, Matt D'Avella, Noah Kagan, Gary Brecka, Evan Carmichael, Bruce Lipton, Case Kenny, Derek Sivers, Mark Sisson, Daniel Priestley, James Altucher and so many more.

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