The Unbeatable Mind Podcast With Mark Divine

Today Mark talks with Jake Wood about his experiences with leadership, the Marine Corps, and the founding of Team Rubicon-the disaster relief team made largely of former military members. He is also the author of the upcoming book called Once a Warrior: How One Veteran Found a New Mission Closer to Home. Hear how: True leadership is love-leadership means you always have a stake in the lives of the people you're leading There are different kinds of courage and while physical courage is what we generally think of, moral courage is also completely integral Team Rubicon serves as an inspiration for Americans, but how we respond to disasters is our choice alone  Listen to this conversation to find out more about leadership and finding your mission in life during these VUCA times.

Today, we are rebroadcasting Mark's interview with Dr. Belisa Vranich. Dr. Belisa is both a clinical psychologist and a well-known expert on breathing. She is also an author and recently released a book called Breathing for Warriors: Master Your Breath to Unlock More Strength, Greater Endurance, Sharper Precision, Faster Recovery, and an Unshakable Inner Game.  Listen in as she talks with Commander Divine about the importance of proper breathing for managing health and stress. Learn about: BIQ - Breathing Intelligence Quotient - Dr. Belisa's model for understanding breathing  Using the right muscles to breath and horizontal versus vertical breathing  Taking a very brief break several times a day to interrupt the stress, so that we aren't spending every second feeling and breathing in a stressful way Listen to this episode for practical tips about how to breathe properly for greater health.

Doug Bopst is a former addict and drug dealer. After incarceration and being in prison, he got himself clean and started a fitness regime thanks to his cellmate. Today he is an author, podcast host, and fitness expert. He shares some of his journey with us and how you can apply that during these VUCA times. Hear how: In order to reach your goal, you must first clearly define your "why" You must embrace failure in order to truly succeed Self-compassion is key, but bear in mind the balance between that and self-accountability Listen in to learn more about how being in the worst situations can lead you to the greatest successes.

Today Mark talks to Joe and Peter - co-founders of Futures Strategy Group. They help large organizations plan for the future in the VUCA world. They've worked in various industries, with various organizations, including NASA, FEMA, the Department of State and Fortune 500 companies. They talk with Mark about how to use Future scenarios to take appropriate actions right now. Learn about: Common themes and needs across several possible future scenarios How it's unlikely that any particular scenario will happen exactly, but planning for different scenarios lets you prepare for whatever actually is going to happen "Snake wake" - know what externals are going to affect you, and make a straight wake Listen in to hear more about planning and developing business agility

In another solo episode, Commander Divine continues to read from the new edition of his book "Unbeatable," which is his update to the "Unbeatable Mind" book. Today he's talking about finding your purpose apart from a job. Hear about: How Mark went through his own process of finding purpose when he was younger  How to identify your unique gifts and talents  How to start thinking about what you really value in your life. Listen to this episode to learn more about your mission and how to find it.

Today, Mark talks with South Korean monk Haemin Sunim about enlightenment, awakening and Zen in general. Haemin Sunim was at Princeton, Berkeley and Harvard before he became a monk. He is the author of two books, "The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down: How to Be Calm in a Busy World," and  "Love for Imperfect Things: How to Accept Yourself in a World Striving for Perfection." Learn how: You need to be able to slow down so you can appreciate everything more A good teacher matches behavior with lessons about awakening Enlightenment vs. awakening Listen to this episode to understand awakening and enlightenment better.

In the second part of his interview with Errol Doebler (@Leader_193), Mark and Errol talk about work with the FBI SWAT teams and his breathing practices with Wim Hof. Errol is the author of the newly released The Process, Art, and Science of Leadership: How Leaders Inspire Confidence and Clarity in Combat, in the Boardroom, and at the Kitchen Table.  He tells Mark about his work finding his own leadership philosophy from the different kinds of work that he's done. Hear how: The practice of breathing properly is the basis of learning how to lead. You'll always need to make a plan when you're confronted with a situation. You must understand the role of the SWAC process in planning. Listen to this episode to hear more about Errol's approach to planning and leadership.

Errol Doebler talks about the different jobs he's done, from selling photocopiers to joining the Navy SEALs and the FBI. He is the founder of "Leadership 193," named after his class at SEAL training. He is also the author of "The Process, Art, and Science of Leadership: How Leaders Inspire Confidence and Clarity in Combat, in the Boardroom, and at the Kitchen TableHe talks to Mark today about his SEAL career and what he's learned about leadership. Hear how: The leadership of the "mundane" is as important as dynamic leadership-if the mundane isn't well managed, then dynamism isn't going to succeed. Leadership is primarily about the self-knowledge of a leader. No one can live up to expectations unless they know what those expectations are. So you must communicate effectively. Listen to this episode to understand more about the military and business.

In this solo episode, Commander Divine continues with his reading of the updated version of his Unbeatable Mind book. Today, he discusses the different parts of the brain and different ways of thinking. He also tells us how manage and train our thinking and our brain for better performance. Hear how: There are hundreds of different types of cognitive bias that we need to be aware of We are mentally prone to taking quick shortcuts and focusing more on losses in any situation rather than potential gains Understanding of how we think will lead to whole mind thinking, rather than allowing a single way of thinking to have free reign. Listen to this episode to learn more about how we think and how we can manage it.

James Schmachtenberger is an entrepreneur and co-founder of the Neurohacker Collective. Today he talks to Commander Divine about different business and medical opportunities, including medical marijuana and nootropics. He also gives us some insight into how Neurohacker products can work for you. Listen in for more information about chemistry and the interaction between your body and your feelings.

In this solocast, Mark gives us a preview of the newest edition of Unbeatable Mind coming out later this year. He reads about meditation practices and overcoming the mind's natural negativity bias. Find out about training your mind for positivity-so you can thrive during these uncertain times. Learn about: How to properly meditate and embrace sacred silence Why you need dedicated training in order to break the negative patterns of the brain How you can connect with your witness and feed the courage wolf-so you can connect to your true self Listen in to get Mark's insights on meditation and positivity so you can live a life full of contentment and release the shackles of negativity.

Dr. Enric Sala is a former academic who grew tired of simply writing an "obituary" for the ocean. He now is the National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence and founder of the Pristine Seas project. He is also the author of The Nature of Nature: Why We Need the Wild, in which a quarter of the proceeds goes to ocean conservation. He talks with Mark today about the environment and how we are all connected-much like the current pandemic.  Hear how: COVID is a wakeup call for humanity-the time to take action is now  Everything is connected-from the environment to our health and the economy Starting an environmental "Manhattan Project" is a must and it only requires three things Listen to this episode to learn more about how the environment is connected to our everyday lives and what we can do to help restore it.

Tom Rath is a well-known author and researcher on how work can enhance health and well-being. His most recent book is Life's Great Question: Discover How You Contribute To The World. Today he talks to Mark about how crafting your work to contribute to your community is especially important during these VUCA times. Hear how: Transforming your job to help and serve your community enhances your well-being. You must focus on your strengths. Never worry about your weakness. There are three things every team has to do: create, relate, and operate. Diversity of talent brings diversity of thought, which will refine your organization. Listen to this episode to get insights on how you can improve your work performance and make your job more meaningful.

Dr. Don Wood is an expert on physical and emotional trauma. He is the author of You Must Be Out of Your Mind: We All Need A Reboot and his newest book Emotional Concussions. He is also the founder of the Inspired Performance Institute. He talks with Mark today about how to overcome trauma-especially during COVID-19 and the current economic crisis. Hear how: It's possible to eliminate traumatic responses rather than simply finding ways to cope with them. There's a broad spectrum of trauma that affects us in different ways. Unresolved trauma creates inflammation in the body that can be constant and debilitating.

Chris Gronkowski is a former NFL player and is part of the clan of Gronkowski brothers who all played professional sports. He is now an entrepreneur and the founder of the Ice Shaker brand of insulated bottles that were featured on Shark Tank. He is also the host of his own podcast Gronk'd Up. Today, he talks with Mark about how to thrive during these VUCA times. Listen to this episode to hear how: Anybody can be an NFL Player or Navy SEAL given the raw material Defining moments and determination can take you to the next level Chris found new opportunities and embraced challenges during this crisis Tune in to hear Gronkowski's transition from sports to business and how he's making even more changes today.

The newest edition of Mark's best-selling book Unbeatable Mind is being released later this year. In this solocast, he gives us an exclusive sneak peek and lays out the roadmap and highlights that you can expect in this updated revision.  Hear how you can: Find your "why"  Develop your warrior discipline  Cultivate excellence with daily practice Unlock your whole mind Build and lead unbeatable teams Listen in for an introduction to the Unbeatable Mind system straight from the Commander

Theo Rossi is an actor, best known for his portrayal of Juan Carlos "Juice" Ortiz on the cult series Sons of Anarchy. He recently started his own podcast called "THEOry," as well as continuing his acting career. Today he talks with Mark about his outlook on life that will inspire you-especially during these trying times. Hear how: You must be able to divide yourself into your "mission-self" and the person you are with family and friends. You can use a word or phrase to "signal" yourself that it's time to start working and be ready to be "on." Sometimes it's necessary to be by yourself in order to understand your work or role. Listen to this episode to get more insight into the life of an actor and how you can perform at your highest level.

Dov Baron is a well-known entrepreneur and leadership coach. He is also the author of numerous books, including One Red Thread: Discovering the Purpose Already Woven Into Your Life. Today he talks with Mark about overcoming inner fears to become a better leader. Hear how: Passion is just a vehicle to get you to your Dragonfire--what you truly are. We each have to defeat the mental dragon that protects what's most valuable to us. The "normal" situation can be completely dysfunctional, it's just that we've gotten used to it. Listen to this podcast to learn how you can take this crisis and become even better.

Ramit Sethi is an entrepreneur and an expert in personal finance. He is also the author of I Will Teach You to Be Rich: No Guilt. No Excuses. No BS. Just a 6-Week Program That Works. He talks with Mark today about how to manage personal finance. L earn how: Time is of the essence: through compounding, money saved earlier can be the most valuable Investing is neither exclusive to the stock market, nor is it "gambling" with your money Focusing on the "Big Wins" over worrying about having an extra coffee Listen to this episode to hear more about how you will be able to manage your money more effectively.

In the second part of this interview, James Altucher and the Commander talk about business and how to live minimally. James is a well-known entrepreneur, author of Reinvent Yourself, and the founder of Choose Yourself Financial. Learn how: Bitcoin has been misunderstood in the past, but is here to stay. Anything "remote" is going to be a hot idea for a business going forward. You can exercise your imagination muscle by writing down ten ideas a day -- even the bad ones. Listen to this episode to get a better idea of what the future can hold for business and investing.