The 5 AM Miracle: Healthy Productivity for High Achievers

Episode Show Notes jeffsanders.com/044 Learn More About the Show The 5 AM Miracle Podcast Free Productivity Resources Join The 5 AM Club! Connect on Social Media Facebook Group • Instagram • Twitter • LinkedIn Episode Summary How much time do you spend each week on education vs. entertainment? In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast I discuss The E-v-E Ratio. Discover how to permanently kill your TV and spend more time getting smarter. Is your television entertaining you or distracting you? My guess is both. The E-v-E Ratio is a great strategy to figure out how much of your time could be spent on enhancing your life and how much, if any, is needed for chilling out on the couch. Behind the Scenes I have started a new daily habit of push-ups and headstands that are rocking my world. Tip of the Week This week's tip is a simple solution to gain a fresh perspective on the way you live every day. Featured Content In this week's episode, I discuss the power of the E-v-E Ratio.What is the E-v-E Ratio?What does your ratio say about your daily habits?Which habits are best for long-term success? Resources Mentioned in the Show Brian Tracy [Brian's website] The Power of the E-v-E Ratio [blog post]

How much time do you spend each week on education vs. entertainment?

Have you ever been really excited about starting a new habit and then frustrated a few days later when it didn't stick? This week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast features an interview with James Clear, a master of habit formation.James has successfully formed many positive and healthy habits over the years that have allowed him to build businesses, travel the world, take amazing photographs, and stay incredibly healthy.This is a foundational episode of the podcast that you don't want to miss.Behind the ScenesThis week I share my recent experience with an aerial yoga class. It was intense and totally awesome! See the pics here.Tip of the WeekThis week's tip is an easy way to focus, make people leave you alone, and get more work done. All you need is a pair of headphones (and they don't even have to work!). Focus@Will [neuroscience-based focus music service]Featured ContentIn this week's episode, I interview James Clear and we discuss: How to make each day a work of art. How to finally make your new habits stick for good. James' 3-step process for habit formation. Resources Mentioned in the Show JamesClear.com [James' home base] Transform Your Habits [James' free eBook] The War of Art [book by Steven Pressfield] Leo Babauta [author and zen blogger] The Power of Full Engagement [book by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz] The Beginner’s Guide to Intermittent Fasting [blog post by James Clear] How to Stop Procrastinating on Your Goals by Using the “Seinfeld Strategy” [blog post by James Clear]

Episode Show Notes jeffsanders.com/043 Learn More About the Show The 5 AM Miracle Podcast Free Productivity Resources Join The 5 AM Club! Connect on Social Media Facebook Group • Instagram • Twitter • LinkedIn Episode Summary Have you ever been really excited about starting a new habit and then frustrated a few days later when it didn't stick? This week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast features an interview with James Clear, a master of habit formation. James has successfully formed many positive and healthy habits over the years that have allowed him to build businesses, travel the world, take amazing photographs, and stay incredibly healthy. This is a foundational episode of the podcast that you don't want to miss. Resources Mentioned in the Show JamesClear.com [James’ home base] Transform Your Habits [James’ free eBook] The War of Art [book by Steven Pressfield] Leo Babauta [author and zen blogger] The Power of Full Engagement [book by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz] The Beginnerís Guide to Intermittent Fasting [blog post by James Clear] How to Stop Procrastinating on Your Goals by Using the ìSeinfeld Strategyî [blog post by James Clear]

Have you ever been really excited about starting a new habit and then frustrated a few days later when it didn’t stick?

Episode Show Notes jeffsanders.com/042 Learn More About the Show The 5 AM Miracle Podcast Free Productivity Resources Join The 5 AM Club! Connect on Social Media Facebook Group • Instagram • Twitter • LinkedIn Episode Summary It's totally normal to be an amateur, but who wants to stay there forever? In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast I reveal why amateurs fail and how to turn pro. A year ago I had a conversion experience, of sorts. I read an incredible book, made a few key decisions, and set off to create a new life for myself — one based on professionalism. This is how I went pro and how you can do the exact same thing, possibly even easier and faster than I did. Resources Mentioned in the Show Turning Pro [book by Steven Pressfield] The War of Art [book by Steven Pressfield] Do the Work [book by Steven Pressfield]

It's totally normal to be an amateur, but who wants to stay there forever? In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast I reveal why amateurs fail and how to turn pro.A year ago I had a conversion experience, of sorts. I read an incredible book, made a few key decisions, and set off to create a new life for myself — one based on professionalism.This is how I went pro and how you can do the exact same thing, possibly even easier and faster than I did.Behind the ScenesThis week I share my recent experience with oil pulling. I'm not sure yet whether I like it and I would love your advice.Tip of the WeekThis week's tip is a method to overcome the inertia to get started when you just don't want to. It doesn't take long — just 10 minutes. Mastering the 10-Minute Momentum Method [blog post]Featured ContentIn this week's episode, I discuss how to go pro. Why it's normal to be an amateur. How to transition to a pro very quickly. How going pro can change everything about how you live and work. Resources Mentioned in the Show Turning Pro [book by Steven Pressfield] The War of Art [book by Steven Pressfield] Do the Work [book by Steven Pressfield]

It’s totally normal to be an amateur, but who wants to stay there forever?

Episode Show Notes jeffsanders.com/041 Learn More About the Show The 5 AM Miracle Podcast Free Productivity Resources Join The 5 AM Club! Connect on Social Media Facebook Group • Instagram • Twitter • LinkedIn Episode Summary Are you in need of some well-deserved time off? Yeah, me too. In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast I discuss the work hard play hard formula. This is how to be more productive AND carve out more time just for fun! If there is one thing we all need, it's more time off. I know what you're going to say, “But Jeff, what I really need is to be more productive! How can I get more done if I'm not working?!” Have no fear. Today I'll dive into the details and show you how you can have both. Resources Mentioned in the Show Why Working More Than 8 Hours a Day Can Kill You [Forbes article] Do What Matters, Then Do Nothing [blog post] Focused, Uninterrupted Blocks of Time [blog post]

Are you in need of some well-deserved time off? Yeah, me too. In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast I discuss the work hard play hard formula. This is how to be more productive AND carve out more time just for fun!If there is one thing we all need, it's more time off. I know what you're going to say, “But Jeff, what I really need is to be more productive! How can I get more done if I'm not working?!”Have no fear. Today I'll dive into the details and show you how you can have both.Behind the ScenesThis week I share an effective mindset strategy I use to remind myself what I do best and how I overcome challenges when I lose focus.Tip of the WeekThis week's tip is a recommendation for one of my favorite podcasts that I listen to every week. The Read to Lead Podcast [hosted by Jeff Brown] Jon Acuff [author and blogger] Featured ContentIn this week's episode, I discuss the Work Hard Play Hard Formula: be more productive AND carve out more time just for fun!  How to work when it's time to work. How to completely enjoy your time off without thinking about work. Why you need more time off than you may realize. The Work Hard Play Hard Formula (Intense Work + Intense Relaxation) multiplied by X = 1 Full Day X = daily rhythms or energy cycles Resources Mentioned in the Show Why Working More Than 8 Hours a Day Can Kill You [Forbes article] Do What Matters, Then Do Nothing [blog post] Focused, Uninterrupted Blocks of Time [blog post]

Are you in need of some well-deserved time off? Yeah, me too.

Episode Show Notes jeffsanders.com/040 Learn More About the Show The 5 AM Miracle Podcast Free Productivity Resources Join The 5 AM Club! Connect on Social Media Facebook Group • Instagram • Twitter • LinkedIn Episode Summary It doesn't take long to realize that clarity and focus are only possible with extreme simplicity. In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast I discuss equilibrium zero, stellar productivity strategy to get better results by cutting the clutter in every area of life. Equilibrium Zero is a a comprehensive zero-based perspective on the work you do. It includes everything from clearing your email inbox to finishing projects you've started. This is a practical solution to simplify everything AND get more done. Resources Mentioned in the Show The Definitive Guide to Inbox Zero [blog post] How to Master Desktop Zero and Home Base Zero [blog post] The Weekly Review Checklist [blog post] Project Management Zero [blog post] The Best Productivity Strategy I Have Learned This Year [blog post]

It doesn't take long to realize that clarity and focus are only possible with extreme simplicity. In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast I discuss equilibrium zero, stellar productivity strategy to get better results by cutting the clutter in every area of life.Equilibrium Zero is a a comprehensive zero-based perspective on the work you do. It includes everything from clearing your email inbox to finishing projects you've started.This is a practical solution to simplify everything AND get more done.Behind the ScenesThis week I share how I dug myself into a rut by working too hard.Tip of the WeekThis week's tip is a great book recommendation for motivating yourself when nothing else will. Do the Work [book by Steven Pressfield]Featured ContentIn this week's episode, I talk about Equilibrium Zero, a stellar productivity strategy to get better results by cutting the clutter in every area of life. How to get to zero emails every day. How to clear your desktop and keep it that way. How to finish what you've started. Resources Mentioned in the Show The Definitive Guide to Inbox Zero [blog post] How to Master Desktop Zero and Home Base Zero [blog post] The Weekly Review Checklist [blog post] Project Management Zero [blog post] The Best Productivity Strategy I Have Learned This Year [blog post]

It doesn’t take long to realize that clarity and focus are only possible with extreme simplicity.

Episode Show Notes jeffsanders.com/039 Learn More About the Show The 5 AM Miracle Podcast Free Productivity Resources Join The 5 AM Club! Connect on Social Media Facebook Group • Instagram • Twitter • LinkedIn Episode Summary What you do every day matters — a lot. In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast I share the best daily rituals for amazing energy and incredible productivity. Daily rituals matter both in the short-term and even more so over the long-run as the small choices you make compound into huge success. The daily rituals that I have implemented are both helpful for me and highly actionable for you — right now — today. Resources Mentioned in the Show The Weekly Review Checklist [last episode of the podcast] Daily Rituals Spreadsheet [download the template] Eat That Frog [book by Brian Tracy] Water Before Coffee [blog post] Should I Buy a Vitamix? [blog post] Inbox Zero [blog post]