The Fio Bros Podcast

In this episode, we show you how to flip your emotional state fast using Tony Robbins’ Emotional Triangle. You’ll learn why physiology, focus, and language control your energy more than your circumstances ever will. From blasting 80s music in the car, to 5AM vacation energy, to fixing your “emotional thermostat,” this episode proves you can choose a peak state anytime—no excuses.⏰ TIMESTAMPS0:00 The 80s song that changed the whole day1:40 Tony Robbins’ Emotional Triangle3:20 Physiology, focus & language (the real levers)6:40 Emotional thermostat & identity9:40 Daily call to action & wrap-up🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free:https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min weekly mindset boost:https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONSupport our creator journey:https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros📖 RESOURCES MENTIONEDAwaken the Giant Within — Tony RobbinsAmazon: https://urlgeni.us/amzn/AwakentheGiantWithin

In this episode, we show why your breakthrough might be one tiny moment away—and how keeping yourself in the game creates those moments. You’ll learn how one Facebook post changed the brothers’ lives, how JK Rowling’s entire universe began with one 8-year-old girl, and why “collision count” creates opportunity. From homelessness fears to billionaire mentors, to Silicon Valley’s random collision theory—this episode proves your whole life can flip from one spark.⏰ TIMESTAMPS0:00 The rock-bottom story that changed everything1:40 The billionaire mentor email3:20 The Harry Potter Effect explained5:00 Critical thresholds & tipping points7:00 The Random Collision Theory8:40 Daily call to action & wrap-up🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free:https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min weekly mindset boost:https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONSupport our creator journey:https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros📖 RESOURCES MENTIONEDHarry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone — J.K. RowlingAmazon: https://urlgeni.us/amzn/HarryPotterFiobros

In this episode, we break down why your brain always underestimates how long things take—and how to finally plan your life without the constant stress. You’ll learn the psychology behind the Planning Fallacy, the power of the 10% contingency rule, and why long-term thinking creates better results than rushing. From Kahneman’s thesis study, to quitting jobs, to seven-year dreams, to sustainable weight loss—this episode shows why patience beats pressure every time.⏰ TIMESTAMPS0:00 The study that predicted your bad timelines1:40 Why everything takes longer than you expect3:00 The 10% contingency rule (life hack)4:40 Short-term pressure vs long-term success6:40 The patience mindset7:10 Daily call to action & wrap-up🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free:https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min weekly mindset boost:https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONSupport our creator journey:https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros📖 RESOURCES MENTIONEDThinking, Fast and Slow — Daniel KahnemanAmazon: https://urlgeni.us/amzn/ThinkFastAndSlow

In this episode, we reveal the simple shift that instantly stops heated fights—and why blaming yourself (authentically) disarms conflict fast. You’ll learn how psychological safety works, why responsibility calms the nervous system, and how “tactical empathy” gets you back to real conversation instead of ego battles. From a kitchen argument, to Chris Voss’ negotiation tactics, to knowing when a partner is actually toxic—this episode shows how accountability ends the fight so you can solve the real issue.⏰ TIMESTAMPS0:00 The fight that led to the Reverse-Blame Rule1:40 Why blaming yourself disarms conflict3:00 Chris Voss & tactical empathy4:40 When to use empathy—and when to walk away7:10 Daily call to action & wrap-up🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free:https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min weekly mindset boost:https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONSupport our creator journey:https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros📖 RESOURCES MENTIONEDNever Split the Difference — Chris VossAmazon: https://urlgeni.us/amzn/NeverSplittheDifference

In this episode, we break down the unbelievable true story of Rick Rescorla—the man who saw the 9/11 attack coming and trained thousands of people to survive it. You’ll learn why preparation beats panic, how complacency blinds you, and why you only rise to the level of your habits. From Rick’s relentless fire drills, to blind-sided divorces, to Steph Curry shooting 300 shots before every game—this episode shows how small daily reps protect you when life punches first.⏰ TIMESTAMPS0:00 The man who predicted 9/111:40 Why “you fall to your preparation”3:20 Complacency in love, work, and health5:20 AI, job loss & staying sharp7:10 Daily call to action & wrap-up🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free:https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min weekly mindset boost:https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONSupport our creator journey:https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros

In this episode, we break down the Pro Mindset so you stop acting like an amateur when life gets inconvenient. You’ll learn why real commitment means showing up when you're tired, unmotivated, or just not feeling it. From MJ’s flu game to Kobe hitting free throws on a torn Achilles, to our own “ugly reps” week, this episode shows what being a true pro looks like in real life. The big takeaway? Pros don’t wait for perfect conditions—they honor the work, no matter what.⏰ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Why showing up sick mattered00:46 Amateur vs. Pro: what it really means01:32 MJ’s flu game and Kobe’s Achilles moment03:18 The rules every pro lives by04:22 Why ugly reps count the most05:12 The question that reveals where you're still an amateur🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free: https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERGet TGIM, a 1-min Monday reset: https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONhttps://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros

In this episode, we show you how to stop letting your brain hunt for problems and start training it to spot what’s going right. You’ll learn why negativity sticks like Velcro, how to rewire your mind for gratitude, and why shifting your focus instantly shifts your day. From laptop failures and dog diarrhea, to Helen Keller’s wisdom, to turning a morning shower into a gratitude moment—this episode proves that blessings are always there if you look for them.⏰ TIMESTAMPS0:00 The happiest guy with no legs and one arm1:40 The awful day that became a blessing3:20 Negativity bias & why your brain hunts problems5:00 Helen Keller’s mindset shift6:30 How to become a “Blessing Detective”7:10 Daily call to action & wrap-up🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free:https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min weekly mindset boost:https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONSupport our creator journey:https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros

In this episode, we sit down with Kamal Ravikant, bestselling author of Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It, to break down how self-love actually works in practice. You’ll learn how Kamal turned rock-bottom moments into a spiritual awakening, how forgiveness rewires the brain, and why loving yourself is the most practical thing you can do for success. From the mirror exercise to the I love myself loop, this conversation shows how inner healing creates outer transformation.⏰ TIMESTAMPS0:00 How self-love actually works (and why most people get it wrong)3:45 Kamal’s rock-bottom story & the vow that changed everything11:40 The “I love myself” practice explained step by step23:00 Why forgiveness is the real start of healing37:10 Final takeaway & call to action🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free: https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min email to kick your week’s ass: https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONIf our content helps you and you want to support our creator journey: https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📖 RESOURCES MENTIONEDLove Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It by Kamal Ravikant: https://urlgeni.us/amzn/LoveYourselfLikeYourLifeDependsOnIt📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros

Most people stop right at “good enough,” but the extra mile is where all the real opportunities live. In this episode, we break down the 1-More Rule — the simple habit of doing one extra rep, one extra message, one extra act of effort that compounds into life-changing results. Walk away ready to build a mindset that makes excellence your default, even when no one’s watching.TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro0:18 The college story that changed everything1:50 The 1-More Rule explained3:40 Why the extra 1% creates massive results6:50 Practical ways to apply it today9:15 Daily call to action & wrap-up🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free:https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min weekly mindset boost:https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONSupport our creator journey:https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros

Most people see setbacks as problems, but the truth is every delay, rejection, or detour is secretly working for you. In this episode, we break down the “Hidden Gift Effect” — a mindset shift that turns even the most annoying moments into opportunities for strength and clarity. Walk away with a simple, daily way to see life differently so you can move through your day lighter, calmer, and more resilient.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro0:22 The philosophy that changes everything1:20 Amor Fati and loving your fate2:40 Turning delays, rejections, and struggles into gifts4:50 Today’s takeaway + Hidden Gift challenge6:10 Daily call to action & wrap-up🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free:https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min weekly mindset boost:https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONSupport our creator journey:https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros

In this episode, we break down the Paper Wall Principle so you stop treating imaginary limits like real ones. You’ll learn how most “blocked paths” are actually wide open if you just try the move no one else bothers to make. From cold-emailing a publishing founder to ignoring the rules everyone else blindly follows, this episode shows how quickly things shift when you push. The big takeaway? Most obstacles aren’t walls—they’re paper. And you can walk right through them.⏰ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Why limits feel real when they’re not00:42 The book dream and the publishing shortcut01:56 The cold email that changed everything03:24 What “paper walls” actually are04:58 Everyday examples of fake limits06:31 How to break rules people swear you can’t07:52 Call to action: send the email that scares you🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free: https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERGet TGIM, a 1-min Monday reset: https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONhttps://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros

In this episode, we break down why your inner voice decides how far you go—and how to turn it into your biggest weapon. You’ll learn how self-talk rewires your brain under stress, why Navy SEALs use it to survive Hell Week, and how talking to yourself in the third person instantly calms your system. From fasting cravings, to labor pain, to pushing through workouts—this episode shows how the words you tell yourself shape your entire life.⏰ TIMESTAMPS0:00 The fast that triggered a self-talk breakthrough1:45 Navy SEALs’ four pillars of mental toughness3:20 Why third-person self-talk works instantly5:40 Real-life examples you can apply today8:50 Daily call to action & wrap-up🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free:https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min weekly mindset boost:https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONSupport our creator journey:https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros

In this episode, we explore how becoming a new dad cracks your heart open in ways you never expected—and why it instantly forces you to grow up inside. You’ll learn how fatherhood shifts your priorities from “me” to “we,” why deeper love creates deeper accountability, and how perspective turns even diapers and sleepless nights into gratitude. From newborn chaos, to poop explosions, to finding a new chamber of love—you’ll hear how a child changes your mindset forever.⏰ TIMESTAMPS0:00 The moment everything changed1:40 The “new chamber of love” insight4:00 Fatherhood, ego, and true accountability6:05 Poop explosions, perspective, and gratitude8:50 Daily call to action & wrap-up🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free: https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min email to kick your week’s ass:https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONIf our content helps you and you want to support our creator journey:https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros

In this episode, we break down the Sideline Rule so you stop letting the wrong people mess with your confidence. You’ll learn how to tell which feedback matters and which opinions you should ignore completely. From the “man in the arena” speech to family advice that almost threw us off, to NBA-level examples, this episode shows why only people doing the work get a vote. The big takeaway? If they’re not in the arena, they don’t get to shape your path.⏰ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Why criticism stings more than it should00:48 The real meaning behind “the arena”01:52 The Sideline Rule explained03:02 When good people give bad advice04:56 How to filter feedback like a pro06:42 Real story: Miles Turner & real-arena critics07:34 The call to action you need today🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free: https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERGet TGIM, a 1-min Monday reset: https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONhttps://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros

In this episode, we break down the 5-Minute Rule to help you snap out of a crappy mood fast. You’ll learn how five minutes of movement, breath work, or focus can flip your whole day without waiting for “tomorrow to be better.” From blasting music in the office to quick walks and pushup bursts, this episode shows how tiny actions shift your state. The big takeaway? You’re never stuck—you’re always five good minutes away from feeling better.⏰ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Why bad days feel like a total write-off00:36 The 5-Minute Rule explained01:22 How five minutes can change your energy02:41 Real stories: dancing, walking, breathing04:12 The simple question that saves your day🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free: https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERGet TGIM, a 1-min Monday reset: https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONhttps://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros

In this episode, we explain why your life feels chaotic when you don’t have grounding rituals—and how simple daily habits can create calm, connection, and certainty. You’ll learn how rituals lower anxiety, strengthen relationships, and train your brain to feel safe even during stress. From family dinners with no phones, to post-lunch cemetery walks, to morning meditations and weekly relationship check-ins—this episode shows how tiny routines build the life you actually want.⏰ TIMESTAMPS0:00 The ritual that kept our family close1:40 Why rituals reduce stress (Harvard study)3:20 Daily routines that anchor your mind5:10 Morning + relationship rituals that change everything7:00 Daily call to action & wrap-up🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free: https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min email to kick your week’s ass: https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONIf our content helps you and you want to support our creator journey:https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros

In this episode, we explain why hitting big goals still leaves you feeling empty—and how to break that cycle for good. You’ll learn how the Success Hangover forms, why chasing achievements never fills childhood emotional gaps, and what it really means to “happily achieve.” From Michael Phelps’ crash after 28 medals, to Robin Williams’ silent suffering, to your own moving goalpost—this episode shows how to grow from fullness instead of fear.⏰ TIMESTAMPS0:00 Michael Phelps & the truth behind success1:20 Why achievement can trigger emptiness3:00 The moving goalpost problem5:10 The childhood root of endless chasing8:00 How to “happily achieve” instead of “achieve to be happy”9:00 Daily call to action & wrap-up🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free: https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min email to kick your week’s ass: https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONIf our content helps you and you want to support our creator journey:https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros

In this episode, we break down why staying stuck in the “in-between” is killing your momentum—and how the Cliff Rule forces you to finally move. You’ll learn why indecision drains your energy more than failure, and how choosing to commit or quit instantly puts your power back in your hands. From getting slapped by tough love at dinner, to quitting football, to knowing when venting becomes complaining—this episode shows how clarity beats chaos every time.⏰ TIMESTAMPS0:00 The tough-love moment that sparked the Cliff Rule1:40 Commit or quit: why the in-between destroys you4:20 When quitting is actually the right move5:10 Venting vs complaining (and why it matters)7:00 Daily call to action & wrap-up🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free: https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min email to kick your week’s ass: https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONIf our content helps you and you want to support our creator journey:https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros

In this episode, we break down a weird little rule that actually fixes your discipline problem fast. You’ll learn how thinking just 24 hours ahead can stop procrastination, build consistency, and make better calls in real life. From cold showers to late-night snacks to skipped workouts, we show how one simple question—“What would the me in 24 hours want?”—can change how you act today. The big takeaway? Discipline isn’t about willpower; it’s about caring for your future self, one day at a time.00:00 The weird rule that fixed our discipline00:34 Why 24 hours beats long-term goals01:52 Real-life examples: cold showers & cravings03:08 The secret power of pausing before acting04:32 How to make future-you proud today🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free: https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min email to kick the week’s ass: https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONJoin our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros⏰ TIMESTAMPS🎙️ PODCAST LINKS

In this episode, we tell the insane true story of the unkillable soldier who redefined what toughness really means. You’ll learn how a man who was shot, burned, captured, and broken—kept coming back stronger every single time. From ripping off his own fingers to escaping war camps five times, his mindset proves that resilience isn’t just surviving—it’s loving the fight itself.⏰ TIMESTAMPS0:00 The soldier who makes David Goggins look soft1:15 The unkillable soldier’s wild story3:40 What mental toughness really means5:10 How to love the fight, not just survive it6:45 Daily call to action & wrap-up🎙️ PODCAST LINKSSpotify: https://urlgeni.us/spotify/fiobrospodcastApple Podcasts: https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/fiobrospodcast🧘 FREE MEDITATION COURSELearn to meditate in 5 days, 100% free: https://fiobros.com/meditate📧 GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTERSign up for TGIM, a 1-min email to kick your week’s ass: https://fiobros.com🤝 SUPPORT US ON PATREONIf our content helps you and you want to support our creator journey: https://www.patreon.com/FioBros📱 FOLLOW US ON IGhttps://instagram.com/fiobros