Conversations with Tom | Jim Kwik on How to Focus on What Matters In Times of Fear

On this episode of Conversations with Tom, Jim Kwik and Tom Bilyeu discuss the power of the mind, the true formula for motivation, and the methods anyone can apply to improve and grow. They also delve into a wonderful conversation of their favorite comic book characters, explain why video games can be so helpful, and discuss why you should determine what your dominant question is. Check out LimitlessBook.com! Here you will receive the special preorder bonuses - A 10 day reading/memory program you get instant free access to AND a 4 week followup Limitless Book club where Jim will show you how to read, remember and apply everything in the book. This episode is brought to you by: WHOOP. For 15% off your order, go to https://www.whoop.com and use discount code CWT at checkout. Blinkist: Go to https://blinkist.com/impact Try it FREE for 7 days and save 25% off your new subscription.  SHOW NOTES:  Tom talks about what power is and how powerful concepts can become trite [1:33] Jim and Tom discuss it’s better to think of everything as practice and not performance [4:52] Tom explains his methods of staying calm during video games and why he does it [8:53] How do you instigate flow? How do you trigger it? [11:42] Jim shares the story of how he heard the message of responsibility [16:01] Being able to look nakedly at your inadequacies without feeling bad about yourself [20:29] Tom discusses luck by sharing the story of how he met Lisa [24:27] Are there things you want to get better at but you’re just not willing to put in the work? [31:37] Tom brings up the fact that the world pushup record seems impossible even to him [33:15] How do you stay energized and enthusiastic over decades? [44:40] Jim explains his 3-part formula for motivation [49:30] Jim talks about the necessity of energy and small, simple steps along with purpose [53:25] Mindset is the set of attitudes and assumptions we have [1:00:49] Jim and Tom discuss Bruce Lee and what they learned from him [1:08:20] You’ll lose your drive if you’re fueled by other people’s expectations [1:14:54] Jim discusses his mixed feelings towards professional fighting [1:22:26] Predators don’t follow the same conventions that everyone else does [1:27:40] The only people who will make an impact are those that intelligently break the rules [1:34:45] We can attach to fictional characters as a template to make change [1:40:42] What is your dominant question? [1:46:30] The power of our questions determine our focus [1:55:29] Jim issues a challenge to listeners [2:03:44]  FOLLOW JIM:  WEBSITE: jimkwik.com INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/3dzJwd3 FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/2QVQmj7  Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact? If you’re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you. This is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day. Subscription Benefits: Unlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more New episodes delivered ad-free Exclusive access to Tom’s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list You’ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more: Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement Money Mindset: Business & Finance Relationship Theory: Relationships Health Theory: Mental & Physical Health Power Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJaz Subscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices