Tiny Leaps, Big Changes

In this episode we talk the last week of Tiny Leaps and I give you the schedule for next week’s episodes. I just want to take a moment to say thank you because you are listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes You Will Hear: - A Big Thank You from Me - Where We Are With the Show - Next Week's Schedule Connect: tinyleaps.co Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about decision fatigue and how we can combat by creating more habits. Don’t forget to pay attention to the road because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes You Will Hear: - How decision fatigue affects us - Why we can't resist dessert - How to incorporate habits into our lives Book Recommendation: Today’s book recommendation is the The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg. I actually listened to the audio version of this book and it is phenomenal. The narrator has a great cadence and the topic really pulls you in. The power of habits shares a few different scenarios and how they would play out if the character incorporated a habit into their lives. It’s not entirely about decision fatigue but I still think it is a valuable read on the topic. If you’d like a free copy of this audio book you can get one by going to tinyleapsbook.com and signing up for a free trial of Audible. You can cancel any time and keep the book so really there is nothing to lose? Check out tinyleapsbook.co

In this episode we talk about goal setting and why so many of us never hit the goals we set. It’s time to check on your resolutions because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. You Will Hear: - Why our brains are wired to move away from goal setting. - Why stretch goals are a waste of time. - How to approach your goals in the future. Book Recommendation: Today’s book recommendation is the Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday. The Obstacle is the way is a phenomenal look at stoic philosophy as it applies to the problems we face on a daily basis. In context for today’s episode, the obstacle is the way teaches us that while the fear of failing at our goals may be holding us back, it is in this pain that we will experience the greatest growth. You can pick up this book for about $15 on Amazon but why spend that $15 dollars when you can get the audio version of The Obstacle is the Way for free by going to tinyleapsbook.com and signing up for a free trial of Audible. You can cancel any time and keep the

In this episode we talk about failure and why we all try so hard to avoid it even though it’s the one thing that leads to success. It’s time to pull yourself out of that slump because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. You Will Hear: - Why people avoid failure and disappointment. - Why failure is a necessity in order to succeed - How to deal with failure and make it a positive experience Recommended Book: Today’s recommendation is “The Obstacle is the Way” by Ryan Holiday. This is a phenomenal book on stoic philosophy and how to turn your deepest fears, failures, and challenging experiences into the engine that pushes you forward. You can pick up this book for about $15 on Amazon but why spend that $15 dollars when you can get the audio version of The Obstacle is the Way for free by going to tinyleapsbook.com and signing up for a free trial of Audible. You can cancel any time and keep the book so what have you got to lose? Check out tinyleapsbook.com and pick up your copy of the Obstacle is the

In this episode we talk about passion and why “follow your passion” is actually bad advice when given on it’s own. This is the first ever book review episode so go make yourself a cup of coffee because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. You Will Hear: - Why following your passion may not be a good decision - What you should be trying to do instead - How to build a career you really love Free Audio Book: tinyleapsbook.com Connect: tinyleaps.co instagram.com/tinyleapsco Links: Free Audio Book Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about the alternatives to meditation for those of us who just don’t like doing it. It’s time to break out the colored pencils because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. You Will Hear: - Why journaling can be just as beneficial as meditation. - How to develop a coloring practice to decrease your stress levels. - Why yoga may be the best alternative to meditation. - How flow can be used to decrease anxiety. Connect: tinyleaps.co Resources: Journaling huffingtonpost.com/jane-brunette/writing-meditation_b_4035166.html Coloring vitals.lifehacker.com/try-meditative-coloring-to-help-ease-stress-and-anxiety-1734692552 Yoga health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/yoga-benefits-beyond-the-mat Deliberate Practice (flow) positivepsychlopedia.com/year-of-happy/benefits-of-flow/ Links: Journaling Deliberate Practice Yoga Coloring Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode, we talk about meditation, wellness, and how it can actually change the physical characteristics of your brain. Sit back and go to your happy place because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. You will hear: - What meditation can do for the gray matter in your brain - How meditation makes you a better decision maker - Why we are often anxious or scared when there is no need to be Connect: instagram.com/greggclunis Resources: psychologytoday.com/blog/use-your-mind-change-your-brain/201305/is-your-brain-meditation psychologytoday.com/articles/200105/the-science-meditation washingtonpost.com/news/inspired-life/wp/2015/05/26/harvard-neuroscientist-meditation-not-only-reduces-stress-it-literally-changes-your-brain/ iflscience.com/health-and-medicine/science-meditation Links: Tiny Leaps IFL Science Washington Post Psychology Today Psychology Today Click to view: show page on Awesound

What would your life look like if you could get more done in less time? Would you go on vacation? Spend some more time with your loved ones? Well, whatever you would do, this episode just might help you accomplish it. It’s all about productivity baby so strap yourself in and stay focused because you are now listening to, Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In this Episode: – Why we have such a hard time focusing throughout the day. – One technique you can use to increase productivity instantly. – How to avoid decision fatigue and get more done each day. Connect With Pierrette: smartproductivitysolutions.com/ Connect: tinyleaps.co Resources: blog.bufferapp.com/the-science-of-focus-and-how-to-improve-your-attention-span amazon.com/Thinking-Fast-Slow-Daniel-Kahneman/dp/0374533555 hbr.org/2012/01/train-your-brain-to-focus Links: Buffer HBR article "Train Your Brain to Focus" by Paul Hammerness, MD, and Margaret Moore Thinking Fast and Slow Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we’ll talk about the “idea muscle”, how to come up with better ideas and what that means for your life. Welcome to another episode of “Tiny Leaps, Big Changes”, where I share simple, research-backed, strategies you can use to get more out of your life. My name is Gregg Clunis and in episode 1 we talked about list making and how it could help reduce anxiety and increase your happiness. If you haven’t had a chance to listen to episode 1 I highly recommend you go back and do that but before you do let’s talk about ideas. More specifically, where do ideas come from and how can we get more of them? Key Points: · Why making lists is just a start · How ideas can create more opportunities · Why inspiration is important · How to use inspiration to move forward Music By The Passion HiFi thepassionhifi.com Interested Reads: blog.bufferapp.com/how-to-produce-more-great-ideas-according-to-science Click to view: show page on Awesound

In today’s episode we talk about how list making can help reduce anxiety and increase happiness. one thing I love doing is creating lists, but it turns out this is actually a very good thing because list-making is one of the most beneficial habits you or I can add to our toolkit. Key Points: · Why making lists is important · How it can increase your happiness · How to incorporate more list making into your life

In today’s episode, I introduce Tiny Leaps, Big Changes, and tell you about what this show is about and what my goals are.. Key Points: · What is Tiny Leaps Big Changes and what it will be about. · Who I am and why I am here · What happens next and what you can do to support the show · My promise with you, the listener, on what I will try to do with this show Click to view: show page on Awesound