Tony Robbins | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #477

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Tony Robbins emphasizes the importance of priming the mind daily to lead a positive and productive life by focusing on gratitude and actively engaging with positive experiences. He discusses the power of changing habits, beliefs, and emotions through personal growth, self-esteem, and transforming one's identity to achieve lasting happiness and fulfillment.

Insights

  • Tony Robbins emphasizes the power of daily priming to set a positive tone for the day, showcasing how focusing on gratitude can create a biochemical change in the body.
  • The significance of actively engaging with life and focusing on positive experiences is highlighted by Tony Robbins to shape one's perception and overall well-being.
  • Changing habits of focusing on what one has and can control, rather than dwelling on what's missing or the past, is key to long-term happiness and fulfillment as discussed by Tony Robbins.
  • The necessity of recognizing progress, shifting old stories, and embracing self-love and gratitude are essential components of personal growth and overcoming past traumas, as shared in the conversation.

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Recent questions

  • How does Tony Robbins start his day?

    With a cold plunge and gratitude process.

  • What is the significance of priming the mind daily?

    To set a positive and productive tone.

  • How can focusing on positive experiences impact well-being?

    Shapes perception and leads to fulfillment.

  • What are the benefits of rewiring the brain through conditioning?

    Significant improvements in mental health.

  • How does Tony Robbins adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic?

    By creating virtual events for positive changes.

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Summary

00:00

Tony Robbins Tour Dates and Daily Routine

  • Tony Robbins has new tour dates in Atlanta at the Fox Theater on April 4th, with tickets on sale starting January 10th at 10:00 a.m. local time.
  • Tickets are also available for shows in Brisbane, Sydney, Charlottesville, State College, and Amhurst on theo.com.
  • Tickets purchased at an exorbitant price may be from a secondary site, so it's advised to wait for regular sales.
  • Today's guest is Tony Robbins, a renowned life strategist, philanthropist, entrepreneur, and bestselling author.
  • Tony Robbins discusses his daily routine, including starting with a cold plunge and a 10-minute gratitude process.
  • The gratitude process involves experiencing and feeling gratitude for things in one's life, creating a biochemical change in the body.
  • Tony Robbins emphasizes the importance of priming the mind every day to set the tone for a positive and productive day.
  • He explains a study where people's perception of warmth or coldness was influenced by holding hot or cold coffee, showcasing the power of priming.
  • By priming oneself daily, Tony Robbins believes in taking control of one's mind and emotions to lead a fulfilling life.
  • He highlights the significance of actively engaging with life and focusing on positive experiences to shape one's perception and overall well-being.

11:49

"Focus shapes mindset, humor improves performance"

  • Our brains delete, distort, and generalize information if not directed properly.
  • What's wrong and what's right are always available, but it's about which one we choose to focus on.
  • Being in a lousy state of mind leads to poor treatment of others and lower performance levels.
  • Humor is valuable as it changes people's states of mind and responses.
  • Training oneself to find entertainment or humor in anything can lead to improvement in that area.
  • Making decisions on what to focus on influences how we feel in different situations.
  • Patterns of focus include focusing on what's missing, what can be controlled, and the past.
  • Constantly focusing on what's missing and the past can make it harder to be happy long-term.
  • Changing habits of focusing on what we have and what we can control can lead to a more fulfilling life.
  • Rewiring the brain through conditioning can lead to significant improvements in mental health without the need for medication.

23:48

"Biochemical changes through positive habits and growth"

  • 30 years ago, information accessibility was limited, but now, with technology, information is readily available in seconds.
  • Overreacting to small issues is often due to past experiences stacking up, leading to biochemical changes in the body.
  • Implementing a morning priming routine can help stack positive experiences, altering biochemistry and perspective.
  • Attending recovery meetings and stacking them up can lead to significant positive changes in mood and behavior.
  • Strongly practicing new habits can create biochemical changes and new habits in the nervous system.
  • A study conducted at Stanford University showed that changing biochemistry and physical habits can lead to significant results.
  • In high-pressure situations, like public speaking, a biochemical change can occur, increasing testosterone and reducing cortisol levels.
  • Tony Robbins' events have been studied, showing that audience members experience similar biochemical changes to him.
  • Tony Robbins adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic by creating virtual events, still leading to significant positive biochemical changes in participants.
  • Personal growth and progress, rather than achieving goals, lead to lasting happiness and fulfillment, emphasizing the importance of self-esteem earned through overcoming challenges.

35:14

"Global Transformation Program: Free Event January 25th-27th"

  • Three-day immersion program, three hours a day, aimed at transformation.
  • Half a million participants in the first year, followed by a million and a half the next year.
  • Free event this year, January 25th to 27th, accessible globally.
  • Success stories include weight loss, overcoming addiction, and life transformations.
  • Example of a man losing 320 lbs and regaining mobility and love through the program.
  • Discussion on the psychological reasons behind behaviors like smoking.
  • Explanation of human needs: comfort, variety, significance, connection, growth, and contribution.
  • Need for balance between comfort and variety in life.
  • Addiction to behaviors that meet multiple needs, positive or negative.
  • Importance of clarity on personal needs and immersion for effective learning and change.

46:00

Military Base: Women, Volleyball, Comedy, Transformation, Shopify

  • The area visited required a unique flight pattern for safety, resembling a diamond ring when approached.
  • The location had a significant gender imbalance, with only seven women among 1100 soldiers.
  • Despite the challenging environment, the women present were highly regarded by the visitors.
  • The beaches on the military base were stunning but not widely known due to their restricted access.
  • Entertainment for the soldiers included activities like volleyball, with unusual rules for some participants.
  • The experience of visiting and performing comedy for the troops was described as wild and rewarding.
  • The speaker shared personal experiences of making significant life changes, like weaning off medication.
  • Running was highlighted as a beneficial replacement for negative habits, offering various psychological benefits.
  • The chemistry of transformation was explained, detailing the process of recognizing dissatisfaction and making positive changes.
  • The speaker promoted Shopify as a valuable tool for business growth and discussed the negative impact of pornography, recommending Valor Recovery for support.

58:48

"Transform Your Life with Modifyoy.com"

  • Modify offers unlimited web design and redesigns, website updates, 24/7 support, and digital advertising.
  • To advertise and promote your business online, visit modifyoy.com for a 50% discount on website services.
  • Shame can hinder personal growth by shrinking energy levels and creating negative beliefs.
  • Believing in shame leads to a cycle of low energy, making change seem impossible.
  • Changing habits and patterns can lead to a different experience, without the need to fix oneself.
  • Beliefs shape perception, leading to finding evidence that supports those beliefs.
  • Immersion in new beliefs and habits can create a different life experience.
  • Momentum and certainty are key factors in achieving success, as seen in the example of Steph Curry's basketball practice routine.
  • Emotional home refers to ingrained emotions from youth that can hinder personal growth.
  • Breaking patterns of negative emotions involves experiencing new positive emotions consistently.

01:10:51

Transforming Life Through Changing Patterns and Stories

  • The conversation revolves around changing one's story to change their life, focusing on overcoming fears of not being enough and embracing new patterns.
  • Success is discussed as a journey of pushing beyond comfort zones and building new patterns like a muscle that grows with use.
  • The importance of recognizing progress and shifting old stories to embrace self-love and gratitude is emphasized.
  • Personal experiences of overcoming past traumas and struggles are shared to highlight the power of changing one's narrative.
  • Self-pity is identified as a common pattern that can be shifted by focusing on physical activities, helping others, or changing thought patterns.
  • Patterns of suffering are linked to thoughts of loss, lack, or never having certain things, leading to a cycle of self-inflicted suffering.
  • The concept of thoughts as channels on a mental "cable" is introduced, highlighting the impact of body posture and state on the thoughts accessed.
  • Encouragement is given to create unique thoughts rather than copying negative patterns from others, emphasizing the power of changing one's body and story to transform their life.

01:22:00

"Transforming habits for fulfillment and growth"

  • Changing habits involves cutting off old patterns and creating new ones through repetition and pleasure stimulation.
  • The brain forms connections based on repeated actions, which can be altered by introducing joy or excitement.
  • Age 43 marks a transition into a stage of life where individuals seek fulfillment beyond external success.
  • The journey from ages 43 to 63 is described as a time of reaping the rewards of life.
  • Success without inner fulfillment is deemed a failure, emphasizing the importance of personal growth and happiness.
  • To make lasting changes, one must adopt a new identity that aligns with desired behaviors and beliefs.
  • The concept of a comfort zone is likened to a thermostat setting, where deviations prompt self-sabotage or growth.
  • Transforming one's identity involves shedding old habits and beliefs that no longer serve them.
  • Understanding emotions involves recognizing patterns in body language and physiology that influence feelings.
  • Practicing positive body language and breathing techniques can alter biochemistry and improve emotional well-being.

01:33:23

"Changing habits alters biochemistry and perception"

  • Changing your breathing, movement, posture alters your biochemistry rapidly.
  • Habits in facial expressions can lead to unemployment due to repetitive feelings.
  • Focus influences emotions; what you focus on, you feel, even if untrue.
  • Language impacts biochemistry; a single word change can alter perceptions.
  • Self-talk affects perception; repetitive lies create blind spots.
  • Physiology, focus, and language together control perception and change.
  • Singing alone boosts emotions by engaging unused body parts.
  • State change through movement, focus, and language can lead to radical life changes.
  • The Holy Grail of investing is finding 8-12 uncorrelated investments to reduce risk.
  • Private Equity outperforms stock markets significantly, offering higher returns.

01:44:24

Unlocking Wealth: Private Equity Investment Strategies

  • A new way to make money involves building a business and investing in private Equity funds.
  • Legislation has been passed allowing access to these investment opportunities.
  • Access to these funds is limited, requiring connections and not just financial resources.
  • Private Equity involves buying and building non-public companies for profit.
  • Becoming a limited partner in private Equity allows ownership in various funds and potential profits.
  • GP Stakes in Texas offers ownership in multiple large funds, providing significant income.
  • Investing in sports teams can yield high returns due to non-correlation with the stock market.
  • Owning sports teams can generate substantial revenue through ad rights and fan loyalty.
  • High yield bonds and private credit offer higher returns compared to traditional bonds.
  • Learning from industry experts like Robert Smith can lead to significant financial growth and returns.

01:56:11

"Long-term investing yields larger returns"

  • Investing for a longer period yields larger returns with less risk in the stock market.
  • Investment firms hold onto stocks when prices drop and sell when they rise, allowing for better decision-making.
  • All profits from the last three books by the speaker go to feeding America, aiding those in need.
  • Cutting down on news consumption is advised to avoid negative influences and fear-inducing tactics.
  • Historical cycles of optimism, testing, and growth are compared to current societal challenges.
  • Winter periods, like the current one, toughen younger generations, preparing them to become heroes.
  • Creating a compelling future and avoiding addiction to negative narratives are crucial for personal growth.
  • Starting a business during tough times, like recessions, can lead to long-term success.
  • The importance of perspective and vulnerability in personal growth and leadership is emphasized.
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