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The Growth Equation Podcast

Performance coaches and bestselling authors Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness host a podcast on peak performance and well-being that is different than all others. Instead of focusing on "hacks" or nonsense bro-science they delve deep into what actually works—according to years of science, wisdom, and the experiences of the world's best. A mix of news analysis, concrete tips, and interviews, The Growth Equation podcast is a must-listen for those interested in getting the most out of themselves, success, and fulfillment.

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Resilience, Grit, Toughness and Learning How to Do Hard Things

7 Key Guidelines for Health and Longevity

Re-Listen: CAL NEWPORT on The Moral Weight of Working, Not Working, and Bragging About Both

Truly Great Teams Versus “Super Teams”

11 Concepts for Mental Health

The Connection Between Crazy Supplements, Crazy Conspiracies, and Crazy Candidates

Listener Mailbag: Books, Sleep, Practicing What You Preach, and More!

What the NFL Draft can Teach Us About Talent Identification

The Current State of Social Media and Attention Economics

Habits Aren’t the Only Path to Health Behavior Change

Daily Habits for Health and Performance

Everyone Is Tired All The Time. Here’s What You Can Do About It.

Managing Uncertainty

From Opioid Addiction to Enlightenment

Longevity, Diet, and Changing Your Relationship with Excellence

Re-listen: Life with Shalane Flanagan, Marathon Champion, Olympian and Coach

The Case for Ambition

How to Work With Performance Anxiety

Excellence, Mental Health, and the Olympics: Going Hard Without Falling Apart

Good vs. Bad Motivation

People Are Losing Their Minds on the Internet

When To Thrive vs. Simply Survive

All About Failure

How to be Consistent

The Science (And Philosophy) Of Setting Optimal Goals

Recapping the Six Biggest Performance and “Wellness” Ideas from 2021

The Creative Process with Sculptor Emil Alzamora

Fundamentals Not Fluff

What Does it Mean to be Courageous in Daily Life, With Ryan Holiday

Top 10 Books of 2021