Amber on Podcasts

Work that requires creativity, deep thinking, and original thought is becoming more important in our economy and more valuable. At the same time, we are getting worse at concentrating because we are always on our phones. Email culture has become so pervasive that focus is becoming more valuable at the same time it is becoming more rare. If you are someone who can focus and do deep work you will have a HUGE advantage. Website: www.mytalkingdollars.com

It’s not that we don't like work, we love work. What we don't like is work that is not fulfilling, what we don't like is work that empties us rather than fills us up. Our work has to be aligned with what drives us, what we value, and what we find meaning in. Research shows a strong correlation in having a sense of purpose in life and a reduced risk of stroke, cardiovascular disease, and reduced inflammation in the body. The vast majority of people are not living their purpose or passion contrary to what social media is telling us. It’s not about doing something to succeed, it’s about doing something that fills you up and gives you energy, not something that empties you. Website: www.mytalkingdollars.com

You can program your mind to focus on and deliver the results that you want. One way to do this is to start each day with a proper morning routine that puts you first so you can be your best and live your best life. Hal Elrod knows what it is like to lose everything, and he is here to share his story of adversity and success. It's time for you to live up to your full potential. Listen to Hal's advice to find out how. Website: www.mytalkingdollars.com

Many people have talent but very few can take it from A to Z. In a world of instant gratification, our goals and expectations are being hijacked.  It is hard for us to take an objective top-level approach to where we currently are and where we want to go. Fighting the Resistance is the key to sharing your unique gift with the world. According to Steven Pressfied, “You have to be able to put your ass where your heart wants to be.” Website: www.mytalkingdollars.com

Anyone trying to step outside of the status quo will encounter their inner critic. If you are doing something different or something out of the ordinary you can expect to meet your inner critic. Our goal as creators and lights in this world is to be aware of our inner critic and to tame it so that we can live up to our full potential. Listen and discover how to tame your inner critic, get over the myth of not-enoughness, and share your unique light with the world. Website: www.mytalkingdollars.com

To really be happy you want to be able to enjoy some progress in your life. You want to be able to move forward and learn from your experiences. The key to transformation is learning and a love for learning. If you want to improve in any area of life you need to know how to learn and how best to optimize your brain. How do we strategize, optimize and control our state so we can get the most out of our brain? Website: www.mytalkingdollars.com

When crisis or loss impact your life it is important to know how you can use your specific knowledge to get ahead. How can you leverage your specific knowledge in the world as it exists today? In this episode, I share Naval Ravikant’s wisdom for making the most of your specific knowledge and where to find it. Website: www.mytalkingdollars.com

Most of us don’t see ourselves in other people so we fit ourselves into the boxes that we do see. Trouble is no box fits us just right and we need exposure to variety in order to find our path in life. You can’t be what you can’t see. Jay Shetty has made it his mission to make education entertaining. From life as a monk to having over 2.5 million followers worldwide Jay has built a career and a message that we can all stand behind. Listen and find out what it takes to gain self-awareness, how to find your passion, and the 3 things we all need in order to thrive. Website: www.mytalkingdollars.com

How do you know where you are going if you don’t know where you are? Growth starts with self-acceptance and we have to be honest with ourselves about ourselves. Haters are gonna hate, sure. But what if the criticism you receive is something you need to hear, something that will help you grow? Website: www.mytalkingdollars.com

What exactly are we putting into our bodies? And what effect is it having on our brain and our health? Max Lugavere made it his mission to spread knowledge about our bodies and our food after his mother was diagnosed with a neurodegenerative disease at age 58. Listen now and find out how you can protect your brain and do more good! Website: www.mytalkingdollars.com

Your body is the unconscious mind. They are one in the same. But your body doesn’t know the difference between the actual event that’s taking place in your outer world and the event that you’re creating by thought alone. Harnessing your thoughts and controlling your emotions is not only possible, it is life changing. Listen and find out how you can live a more peaceful life of meaning, and what Dr. Joe Dispenza is doing to spread the message. Website: www.mytalkingdollars.com

Leadership is an important part of moving our society forward. How can we be sure we are ready and capable with the best tools? Luckily, we have the wisdom of John Maxwell. The leadership and relationship advice he shares will change the way you approach your leadership style and your relationships overall. Website: www.mytalkingdollars.com

Innovation and discovery in the health sector has taken off in the last ten years. Unless you’re paying very keen attention you might miss some key, life changing information. Luckily, we have Dave Asprey to help us fight aging and Tom Bilyeu to help spread the message. Listen and find out how you can trip balls without doing LSD and how to be a game changer. Website: www.mytalkingdollars.com

No one is trying to be an a**hole. You know how you know? Because you’re not trying to be an a**hole. Sometimes people may think you’re and a**hole but you’re not trying to be. You’re doing your best in that moment. Marie Forleo is a woman out to change the world and you’re going to want to come along with her. Listen and find out how to accept what is and be mindful of your mortality. Happy 50th episode dear listeners! Website: www.mytalkingdollars.com

A meaningful life is about connecting and contributing to something beyond yourself in a community. Raising your children, doing important work that you feel proud of, and finding joy in giving to others creates meaning in our lives. Most of us are taught to search for happiness, when it’s really meaning we need. It’s meaning that give our lives purpose and drive. It’s meaning that gets us through the tough times and the good. In this episode, Amber discusses the four pillars of meaning and why chasing success will never satiate. Website: www.mytalkingdollars.com