363: Blake Mycoskie - Success Is Measured By Helping People, Not Money

<p>Blake Mycoskie (IG: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/blakemycoskie/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">@blakemycoskie</a>) is a serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, and bestselling author most known for founding TOMS Shoes.</p> <p>In the Spring of 2020, he co-founded his newest company, <a href="https://getmadefor.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Madefor</a>. This is a ten-month program that applies the principles of modern neuroscience, psychology, and physiology to make your brain and body better.</p> <p>In his free time, you can find Blake outside enjoying nature whether it is rock climbing, surfing or snowboarding.</p> <p><strong>In this episode, we discuss:</strong></p> <ul> <li>COVID-19 struck when Blake was attending a 7-day silent Vipassana retreat</li> <li>Blake’s morning routine</li> <li>Journaling allows you to focus on the present moment</li> <li>Intermittent fasting helps recalibrate your body</li> <li>Growing your own garden is a valuable teaching experience</li> <li>Experiencing financial freedom & time freedom after the sale of TOMS Shoes</li> <li>Suffering is the path to inner awareness</li> <li>Preparing for a good night’s sleep</li> <li>Stop using your smartphone as an alarm clock</li> <li>Where did the name Madefor come from?</li> <li>How do I use my life to help others?</li> <li>The mental health epidemic</li> <li>Eliminate distractions to do your best work</li> <li>Measuring success by helping people, not money</li> <li>The story of TOMS</li> <li>The idea of sell one, give one</li> <li>The lessons of becoming a dad</li> <li>The power of gratitude</li> <li>Smiling at others and looking at them in the eyes</li> <li>A sense of community and human connection helps you live longer</li> <li>Schedule your time to maintain balance</li> <li>The best part about living on a sailboat for 6 years</li> <li>The concept of essentialism</li> <li>Exercise & movement needs to be fun</li> <li>What’s your personal mission statement?</li> <li>Understanding breathwork</li> <li>Focus on one habit for 30 da