The Hard Way With Joe De Sena

As much as you may want to, you can't actually control which emotions arrive at any given time. You can, however, control how you respond to them when you are tuned in and paying attention. Becoming more aware of your emotional state gives you greater agency over your choices, behaviors, and ways of relating. In this episode, learn a simple three-step process that can help you increase your emotional acuity and become more intentional with how you choose to respond. LESSONS: We must be increase our emotional acuity if we want to be intentional with our choices. Tuning in to your emotional state is similar to tuning in to your physical state. A three step-process can help to increase your emotional awareness: Where Am I Feeling? : a full body scan to check-in with the physical sensations of your emotions. What Am I Feeling? : expand your emotional vocabulary and use more descriptive words to identify which feeling is arriving. How Do I Want to Respond? : make intentional choices with how to move forward with greater awareness of the emotion that is at play. SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Production Team: Heather Knox, Knox Knox Creative; Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Host: Dr. Lara Pence Synopsis: Dr. Lara Pence © 2018 Spartan

What does it take to hunt an antelope barefoot in the Kalahari Desert? Run 3,100 miles around the same ½ mile block in Queens, New York for 52 days straight? Or become a Marathon Monk that must complete 1,000 days of consecutive running or be put to death? Find out how this inspired Joe to start Spartan and the persistence and perseverance witnessed through the lens of documentary filmmaker Sanjay Rawal who believes our "first form of prayer was with our feet- when we hunted, we followed animals, we tracked, we foraged…" learn from these cultures of endurance how inner progress can lead you to transcendence. LESSONS: Get joy from the pain Humans have a primal connection to the earth through movement- running, hunting, hiking was a part of everyday life- KEEP MOVING ! Self transcendence comes through perseverance and persistence Track your inner patterns - choose trajectories to catch what your hunting for "Happiness is solely dependent on your physicality - if you're not challenging yourself physically you're not challenging your mind and heart" This episode of "Spartan Up!" is sponsored by Athletic Greens. Get 20 travel packs free when you order at https://athleticgreens.com/spartan TIME STAMPS: 3:00 What inspired Joe to start Spartan 5:00 find transcendence through movement 6:45 the San Bushmen of Botswana 8:00 how does man persistence hunt in the desert 9:30 how do you track antelope ? 16:30 what was humans original religion? 18:20 what is the transcendence run ? LINKS: 3100 Run and Become Film https://3100film.com/ 3100 Film on Facebook facebook.com/3100film SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena with Johnny Waite, Sefra Alexandra, and Col. Tim Nye. Synopsis – Sefra Alexandra © 2018 Spartan

Can you change the way you think? This week's conversation is all about how to change the way you think about what is possible and how to create "the most empowering place on earth." Joe on his perpetual QUEST to rip people off the couch, talks with Impact Theory's Tom Bilyeu about creating a media platform that empowers people to leverage their behaviors. The idea is to meet you where you are - with your nutrition and your mind. In this episode explore the "why" of suffering, the disruptive power of narrative and remind you that "you are what you do habitually." Find out how Tom plans to make you better. LESSONS: Dont be less of what you could be- work your way to success Utilize the Growth Mindset: learn, grow, get better and read a lot Impact takes time Intelligence isn't a static unchangeable thing Build something you are all passionate about Building a community is the best marketing of all time Leverage people's behavior rather than trying to change it IT'S ALL ABOUT MINDSET What you build your self esteem around really matters You are what you do habitually CRUSH A.N.T.S. (Automatic Negative Thoughts) - Dr. Daniel Amen This episode of "Spartan Up!" is sponsored by Athletic Greens. Get 20 travel packs free when you order at https://athleticgreens.com/spartan TIME STAMPS: 2:00 if you work hard will your efforts be rewarded ? 4:00 how to change your mindset 6:20 being too stupid to quit 8:00 learning the ways of a startup 9:00 what is success? 13:00 does suffering break people? 17:00 how to meet people where they are at LINKS: Impact Theory https://impacttheory.com/ Quest Nutrition https://www.questnutrition.com/ SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena with Johnny Waite, Sefra Alexandra, and Col. Tim Nye. Synopsis – Sefra Alexandra © 2018 Spartan

Feed your mind, shoot for the long odds, look for mentors and draw your ideas out with us at Dodgers Stadium. What does it take to succeed in the software industry? Peter thinks it's "timing, tenacity, execution and when you're getting out." We explore what an infinite blank canvas for intuitive collaboration on the cloud looks like with the founder of Bluescape. It has revolutionized the way that the federal government, movie, real estate industry and nomadic remotely located entrepreneurs all over the world collaborate digitally. Like Peter said, "when your an entrepreneur you have to think like your going to the majors- get up earlier than everyone else and come home later!" LESSONS: Learn how to read people using ALL your senses It's all about timing, tenacity, execution and demand You are the brand of your organization Feed your mind to be a good leader Design your business to decrease turnover Collaboration is key - technology can help when working remote You need mentors Think like your going to the majors: get up early, come home late This episode of "Spartan Up!" is sponsored by Athletic Greens. Get 20 travel packs free when you order at https://athleticgreens.com/spartan TIME STAMPS: 2:30 using all your senses to read people 4:30 techniques for emerging markets in software 5:45 surviving Kuwait 7:00 what does it take to succeed 9:00 feed your mind 10:00 how to design your business 14:30 what is Bluescape? 20:00 Mentor network and "pain stories" 24:00 lonely time in startup world LINKS: Bluescape https://bluescape.com SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena with Johnny Waite, Sefra Alexandra, and Col. Tim Nye. Synopsis – Sefra Alexandra © 2018 Spartan

Founder of 1-800-GOT-JUNK? WOW 1 DAY PAINTING, You Move Me, and Shack Shine- Brian shifted the paradigm of "ordinary home services and turns them into exceptional experiences." This week Joe discusses some shady junk removal of his own, learns the Painted Picture Method of envisioning your vision & how a high school dropout stuck with his not so sexy business to disrupt a market and make it a multimillion-dollar franchise. One man's trash is another man's treasure ! LESSONS: Things take time ! Be relentless Believe in a future vision Utilize free press Systematize, franchise & scale This episode of "Spartan Up!" is sponsored by Athletic Greens. Get 20 travel packs free when you order at https://athleticgreens.com/spartan TIME STAMPS: 2:00 Do you take your dad's advice? 5:20 How to systematize, franchise & scale 6:25 The Painted Picture 7:30 The Age of Storytelling LINKS: https://www.o2ebrands.com/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/brianscudamore/#19e5588e70d3 SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena with Johnny Waite, Sefra Alexandra, and Col. Tim Nye. Synopsis – Matt Baatz & Sefra Alexandra © 2018 Spartan

From the art of the trade on Wall Street to the trade of art beyond canvas - Brendan Murphy entices you with his positive energy, imagery and outlook on life. A prior professional basketball player in Europe and member of the elite Malibu Mob, he believes his greatest currency is his network of friends. LESSONS: Don't be afraid to pivot Think broadly Embrace the unknown LIFE IS LIQUID Get rid of devices and be in the moment This episode of "Spartan Up!" is sponsored by Athletic Greens. Get 20 travel packs free when you order at https://athleticgreens.com/spartan TIME STAMPS: 2:50 The currency of friendship 9:00 A broad pivot: Wall Street to wall art 13:00 Jump in and take the next steps 15:30 To get clarity put your devices down LINKS: https://www.brendanmurphyart.com/ SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena with Johnny Waite, Sefra Alexandra, and Col. Tim Nye. Synopsis – Matt Baatz & Sefra Alexandra © 2018 Spartan

One of the World's Fittest Men, began his journey to health at 39. As a full-time ultra-endurance athlete, Wellness Evangelist & plant-based nutrition advocate- he believes we all must "be more audacious in our aspirations." On this episode he allows us to rethink our relationship with nutrition, our obsession with protein and how to access our "vast reservoirs of untapped potential." LESSONS: Ask yourself what you want your life experience to be Always strive to maximize your potential Don't let perfection be the enemy of progress to your fitness and nutrition Mood Follows Action: train yourself to be consistent regardless of your emotional state Don't be afraid to set goals that scare you TIME STAMPS: 6:30 : "Plant based diet isn't just celery & carrots" 7:15 : How to promote longevity 11:00 : Are you a fan of moderation or prone to extremes? 12:20 : An existential crisis at 39 years old: being pudgy & a heart scare 12:45: Recalibrate your relationship with food, nutrition & fitness 13:15: Rehab for food: a seven day juice cleanse 14:25 Understanding the growth and evolution of plant based diets LINKS: Official website: http://www.richroll.com/ Link to Rich Roll podcast: http://www.richroll.com/category/podcast/ Rich Roll's book Finding Ultra http://www.richroll.com/finding-ultra/ SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena with Johnny Waite, Sefra Alexandra, and Col. Tim Nye. Synopsis – Matt Baatz © 2018 Spartan

LESSONS:1. You must be ready to receive help. Someone could be willing to help you, but if you're not ready to receive it you will miss it.2. You never know when what you say may have a profound impact on someone.3. Life is not linear.4. Success is not something someone gives you, it's a feeling that comes from within. This episode of "Spartan Up!" is sponsored by Athletic Greens. Get 20 travel packs free when you order at https://athleticgreens.com/spartan LINKS: More ABout Frank Ferrante https://www.mayispeakfrankly.com/ SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena with Johnny Waite, Sefra Alexandra, and Col. Tim Nye with special guest this week Zach Even-Esh Synopsis – Matt Baatz © 2018 Spartan

Just START, a message from boxing promoter Barry Hearn that can't be emphasized enough. This episode deserved an encore because we cannot overemphasize the importance of not taking your life for granted. Life is a gift, you must not abuse it. Hearn wanted to be a heavyweight boxing champion, but his path lead him to be a promoter instead. His own passion seem harsh at times, but that's only testament to how strongly he believes in the power of the individual to create a meaningful life. Lessons: At first take a scattergun approach in life; don't set limits and then hone in on your passion. Start an hour earlier and end an hour later. Champions are impressive, but the people at the back of the field who refuse to give in may be even more impressive. 4. Life is a gift, do not squander it! Links: Matchroom Sport: Home http://www.matchroomsport.com/ SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena with Johnny Waite, Sefra Alexandra, and Col. Tim Nye. Synopsis – Matt Baatz © 2018 Spartan

For 200 episodes Joe and the podcast team have been seeking the secrets to living the Spartan Way. This week Col. Nye turns things around asking Joe what that process has taught him, and then he digs in and asks Joe's wife Courtney if all this stuff is for real. Courtney doesn't make many public appearances, so you won't want to miss this one. Hear what happened when she spotted an eccentric barefoot runner in a wetsuit running in her direction. Clearly, she's a true Spartan! This week's show takes place at the scene of Spartan Agoge 009 in Pittsfield, VT. Joe, the Col. and special guest Zach Even-Esh talk about some of their favorite takeaways and how they inspired Joe's new book The Spartan Way. Lessons: You were born with all the tools you need to get through life. You don't necessarily need any new ones. Practice adversity. Be passionate, but have fun. Links: The Spartan Way | Joe De Sena | Macmillan This episode of "Spartan Up!" is sponsored by Athletic Greens. Get 20 travel packs FREE when you order at https://athleticgreens.com/spartan SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena with Johnny Waite, Sefra Alexandra, and Col. Tim Nye with special guest this week Zach Even-Esh Synopsis – Matt Baatz © 2018 Spartan