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Win Monday with Paul Epstein

By: Paul Epstein
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  • Winning Monday is for the separators. Those of us who are determined to become the best and fastest version of ourselves. Each episode is a masterclass in becoming 1% better each day, no matter your path to work-life mastery. Your guide for this journey is Paul Epstein, 15-year NFL and NBA executive, bestselling author, global keynote speaker, and Success Magazine’s top thought leader that gets results, and Founder of our Win Monday Community. Drawing from Paul’s high-profile separators of Fortune 500 CEOs, Olympians, and Shark Tank entrepreneurs to Guinness World Record holders, NYT bestselling authors, Navy SEALs, and more, this show will inspire you with the confidence required to win one day, one decision, and one action at a time.
    2023 Win Monday Podcast with Paul Epstein
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  • Forever Strong: Strategies for Building Mental, Physical, and Emotional Strength

    Forever Strong: Strategies for Building Mental, Physical, and Emotional Strength
    Jul 21 2024
    Are you tired of feeling drained, both physically and mentally? In our chaotic world, maintaining physical and mental strength is not just beneficial but essential for a better quality of life. The key lies in effectively managing our energy levels and cultivating a resilient mindset.In this episode, Paul is joined by Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, a New York Times bestselling author and physician renowned for her expertise in muscle health and wellness. Their conversation centers around Dr. Gabrielle's acclaimed book, "Forever Strong," delving into its foundational themes and principles.Dr. Gabrielle discusses the concept of "forever strong," emphasizing physical and mental strength for a better life. She highlights the importance of managing energy and mindset to reduce stress and enhance well-being. Paul shares his experiences with expectations and dopamine levels related to his book's success. They explore the significance of deep human connections, both within and outside the family, and discuss relationship dynamics, particularly in balancing busy, ambitious lifestyles.Dr. Gabrielle also delves into the "why" and "how" conversation, stressing the need to understand the underlying reasons behind our actions and the methods to achieve our goals. She provides practical advice on how to approach these conversations to foster better self-awareness and personal growth. Additionally, Dr. Lyon offers her expert guidance on winning Mondays, advocating a mindful approach by affirming, "It's just another Monday," to maintain a balanced perspective and kickstart the week positively. Key TakeawaysDr. Gabrielle Lyon's expertise in muscle health and wellnessThe concept of "forever strong" and its principlesManaging energy and mindset to impact stress levels and overall well-beingThe role of human connection in experiencing heightened emotionsImportance of family and meaningful connectionsFinding deep, rich connections outside of immediate familyInsights into Dr. Lyon's personal life and managing a busy lifestyle with her husbandThe intersection of physical and mental well-beingThe impact of human connection on emotional experiencesDynamics of relationships in the context of busy and ambitious lifestyles In This Episode:(00:27) Introduction to Dr. Gabrielle Lyon(01:45) Overview of Forever Strong (04:13)The meaning of neutrality and its application (08:20) Cultivating neutrality and mitigating excitement (10:48) Creating momentum and finding meaningful connections (12:44) The drive for success and deep meaningful connection (13:52) Family and human connection (17:07) Elite operating system in relationships (20:12) Supportive partners and working teams (22:23) Neutrality and mental discipline (23:07) Common threads observed among high performers(26:40) Setting personal standards (31:12) Approaching the "why" and "how" conversation (34:26) Human connection and understanding (36:14) Dr. Lyon's tactics to win Mondays Notable Quotes[02:03] “Ultimately, you build your physical architecture through resistance, and at the end of the day, you leave stronger than you were before.”- Dr. Gabrielle Lyon [03:11] “Somebody doesn't have to be a Navy Seal or a CEO to be able to gain value from thinking about how you win Monday.” - Dr. Gabrielle Lyon [26:19] “It doesn't matter how much money you make, if you do not have your family life together, your mind together, and your health together, nothing matters..”- Dr. Gabrielle Lyon [31:12] “The most important thing is why are you doing it? How you figure it out. You don't have to know, but you have to have enough fire to get the job done.”- Dr. Gabrielle Lyon [36:14] “Think about what's coming up for the week and instead of your normal hyped up, "I'm so nervous for this thing," just be neutral. Just keep saying to yourself, "It's just another Monday.”- Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Our GuestDr. Gabrielle Lyon is a distinguished board-certified family physician and acclaimed New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestselling author, renowned for her groundbreaking book, FOREVER STRONG: A New, Science-Based Strategy for Aging Well. A leader in modern medicine, Dr. Lyon focuses on skeletal muscle—the body's largest organ—to promote longevity and combat obesity, heart disease, and diabetes. With a rich background in geriatrics and nutritional sciences from Washington University and the University of Illinois, she educates globally on optimizing health through protein strategies. Dr. Lyon's influence extends through her private practice, YouTube channel, podcast, and advocacy for sustainable self-care and strength enhancement.. Resource & LinksWin Monday Community (join here)Win Monday CommunityPaul EpsteinPaul's Confidence QuizPaul's WebsitePaul's LinkedIn to ConnectPaul's Instagram to FollowDr. Gabrielle Lyonhttps://drgabriellelyon.com/https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyon/https://x.com/drgabriellelyonhttps://...
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    38 mins
  • Paul's Take #23: The Two Fundamental Questions to Understand Your Purpose

    Paul's Take #23: The Two Fundamental Questions to Understand Your Purpose
    Jul 14 2024

    In this episode of the Win Monday podcast, host Paul reflects on his conversation with Markus Kaulius, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's purpose for achieving success and fulfillment. Paul discusses his involvement with the WHY Institute and introduces two key questions to uncover one's deeper "why": "What lights you up?" and "What pisses you off?" He shares insights on identifying activities that energize or drain you and the impact of inauthenticity on his life. Paul encourages listeners to visit the Win Monday website for further inspiration, aiming to help them win the day and lead a purposeful life.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Importance of understanding one's purpose
    • Impact of purpose on success and fulfillment
    • Involvement with the WHY Institute and admiration for the concept of purpose
    • Uncovering one's deeper "WHY" by asking fundamental questions
    • Identifying what energizes and excites, and what drains energy and motivation
    • Importance of momentum in winning the day and the week
    • Identifying personal triggers and driving positive change
    • Focusing on winning Monday and choosing a purposeful life
    • Making a positive impact in the world

    In This Episode:

    • [00:07] Finding purpose
    • [01:11] Uncovering your Why
    • [02:21] What lights you up
    • [03:39] What pisses you off
    • [05:32] Living a purposeful life

    Notable Quotes

    • [03:50] “What really irks me and gets under my skin is as somebody that has a core value of authenticity.”-Paul
    • [02:15] “I would say the opposite of what lights you up is what drains your energy.”-Paul
    • [04:47] “They say your core values are what light you up and when they're violated, it triggers you.”- Paul
    • [04:56] “When people don't show authenticity, which authenticity is a core value, oh my goodness, I struggle not only in the moment, I struggle to recover.”-Paul

    Resource & Links

    Paul Epstein

    • Monday Momentum
    • Join the Win Monday Community: https://www.paulepsteinspeaks.com/win-monday
    • Take the Confidence Quiz: https://www.paulepsteinspeaks.com/confidence-quiz
    • https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulepsteinspeaks/
    • https://www.paulepsteinspeaks.com/
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    7 mins
  • Playing a Bigger Game: Why You Should Understand Your Why with Markus Kaulius

    Playing a Bigger Game: Why You Should Understand Your Why with Markus Kaulius
    Jul 7 2024
    Do you know your "why"? What propels you out of bed each morning, even when the motivation to face the day is lacking? Understanding your "why"—the deeper reason behind your actions—can transform your life and push you to play a bigger game.In this episode, Paul sits down with Markus Kaulius, a serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and global speaker. Markus, known for his extraordinary journey in growing a company from $0 to $170 million, discusses his new book, Play a Bigger Game.During their conversation, they delve into personal growth, self-discovery, and the concept of playing a bigger game in life. This involves stepping out of your comfort zone and striving for more than what you currently have.Markus opens up about his journey from a challenging childhood to significant business achievements. They emphasize the importance of celebrating small victories, finding your "why," and taking intentional breaks to disconnect from technology for self-reflection and creativity. Paul also highlights swimming as his personal space for generating ideas and reconnecting with relationships. Key TakeawaysImportance of celebrating small wins and self-discoveryThe concept of playing a bigger game in lifeThe power of knowing your WhyStrategies for playing a bigger game in lifeOvercoming low points in lifeEmbracing uncertainty and adapting to new chapters in lifeTaking intentional pauses and disconnecting from technology for creativity and self-reflectionUsing activities like swimming as a space for generating ideas and reconnecting with relationships In This Episode:(00:48) Introduction to Markus Kaulius (02:07) The launching of Play a Bigger Game book (04:57) Markus on his lowest chapter (11:59) Creating an intentional turning point (13:37) Tactics for mastering self-discovery (19:04) Universal habits for self-discovery (19:40) The importance of knowing your “WHY” (22:22) Appreciating the present moment (24:29) Approaching the future without a roadmap (28:02) Tactics for surrounding ourselves with the people we need (36:23) Markus 's tactics for winning Mondays (39:49) Paul on swimming for reflection Notable Quotes[03:24] “So many people are stuck. I was stuck for so many years. Just felt like there was nothing I could do.”-Markus [03:36] “Play bigger game is all the mindset techniques that I used over the years, that I developed, over the years that I challenged myself and my friends with over the years to play that bigger game.” -Markus [06:54] “I didn't believe I deserve love because I wasn't getting it from the place where I thought everybody gets.”-Markus [08:52] “The book is all about, just to help people play that bigger game in their own lives and to make a bigger impact on their world.”-Markus [11:01] “You don't need to wait for God to call your name. He is already doing that, by the way.”-Markus [16:55] “If you if you can tap into your deepest why I mean that why is the juice of life.”-Markus [29:15] “When you pick up someone's book, there's the start of a mentorship. A mentorship doesn't have to mean you see this person face to face.”-Markus [37:43] “The world has more to it than just what I was seeing. So take a minute to yourself.”-Markus Our GuestMarkus Kaulius is a dynamic investor, serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and global speaker. He inspires millions worldwide with unparalleled energy and integrity, empowering individuals to unlock their potential and achieve extraordinary success. Building businesses from $0 to $170 million in global sales, Markus has had multiple successful exits and has helped others do the same. His book, "Play a Bigger Game," shares seven universal principles to achieve unimaginable fulfillment and thrive in life. Resource & LinksWin Monday Community (join here)Win Monday CommunityPaul EpsteinPaul's Confidence QuizPaul's WebsitePaul's LinkedIn to ConnectPaul's Instagram to FollowMarkus Kaulius https://playabiggergame.com/https://www.instagram.com/markuskauliushttps://www.linkedin.com/in/markuskaulius/MentionedPlay a Bigger Game by Marcus KauliusBetter Decisions Faster by Paul Epstein
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    42 mins
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