Living the Real

It has been a challenging month, to say the least, and waste has been on my mind non-stop. Join me as I discuss my new relationship with "waste" and the challenges that come with it!Please consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerThings Discussed In Episode (some links may be affiliate links where I receive a small commission for the recommendation) :The Power of Moments by Chip and Dan HeathOmniGroupMagic Castle HotelThe Lean Startup by Eric RiesSupport the show

This episode is all about one of the most powerful lessons Matt has learned over the past five years: less focus on goals and more focus on cultivating the habits that manifest the life he wants to live!Please consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerThings Discussed In Episode (some links may be affiliate links where I receive a small commission for the recommendation) :The Power of Habit by Charles DuhiggAtomic Habits by James ClearThe One Thing by Gary KellerThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen CoveyStreaks Habit TrackerSupport the show

This episode is all about when life feels entirely out of control. Previous episodes have focused on learning to live life through the lens of "discovery." The problem is that when life feels upside down, "life as discovery" is meaningless. What first needs to happen is to stop drowning! This episode is all about how to patch the gaping holes of life so we can get our boat afloat again.Please consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerThings Discussed In Episode (some links may be affiliate links where I receive a small commission for the recommendation) :Boundaries Updated and Expanded Edition: When to Say Yes, How to Say No To Take Control of Your Life by Henry Cloud and John TownsendDecisive: How to Make Better Decisions in Life and Work by Chip and Dan HeathThe Paradox of Choice: Why More is Less by Barry SchartzThe Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing by Marie KondoLiving the Real, Episode 9: Making Molehills out of MountainsFinancial Peace University by Dave RamseyThe ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results by Gary KellerSupport the show

I invite Angie Long on for a third time to discuss how friendship in romance is a defining characteristic of an enduring relationship and how to cultivate it if we don't have it. Angie and I put our brains together to develop a simple Journal template to facilitate regular introspection leading to deeper affection and connection with the people we love most. You can snag it for FREE here. Matt also will provide a short video tutorial to show you how he uses templates like this one regularly in his life with a journal application called DayOne.    Please consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerThings Discussed In Episode:The Gottman InstituteThe Second Mountain by David BrooksDavid Brooks speaks at the Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series at the University of Colorado Boulder.Support the show

In this episode, Matt takes a hard look at faith and how it can be our greatest asset but also our greatest enemy to a life well-lived.Please consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerThings Discussed In Episode:Love and Responsibility by Karol WojtylaSupport the show

In this episode, Matt takes a look at how our outlook on life directly impacts the quality of our relationships, and how to pivot to a better outlook on life for sake of better relationships! Please consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerThings Discussed In Episode:The Happiness Advantage by Shawn AchorLiving the Real, Episode 021Living the Real, Episode 009Living the Real, Episode 010Living the Real Journal TemplateThe Ideal Praise to Criticism Ratio by HBRWhy the 5 People Around You Are Crucial to Your Success by Entrepreneur Headspace - The app I have been using for meditation.Support the show

In this episode, I take you behind the "coaching curtain" to show you a powerful perspective exercise I walk my clients through to help them get behind the bad habits that keep them from the results they want for their life. Then we reflect on the three lessons to begin getting the results you want.Please consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerThings Discussed In Episode:Meetup.comThe Ideal Praise to Criticism RatioThe Power of Moments by Chip and Dan HeathEpisode 009 of Living the RealMaintenance Checklist FREE DownloadSupport the show

It has been a year since this pandemic began its devastating effects on the US.  It was literally on my birthday (March 11th) when the US began its lockdown and the WHO declared the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic. I took this week to think about some of the lessons I have learned so far from this difficult year. What have you learned from the pandemic? I would love to hear! You can email me your own reflections at matt@livingthereal.com. Please consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerSupport the show

This episode is one that you don't want to miss because it really gets to the heart of "living the real" and has the power to change the way you approach your week!Things Discussed In the Episode:Living the Real Journal TemplateSusan Boyle on Britain's Got TalentThe Second Mountain by David BrooksDavid Brooks speaks to the University of Colorado BoulderPlease consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerSupport the show

This episode is all about how the paradigm of motherhood and fatherhood can obliterate "imposter syndrome" and bring about the greatest sense of fulfillment.Please consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerSupport the show

This week is about how planning and spontaneity are really the best of buds! If you want to get started with your own ideal week and time-blocking, you can download my Ideal Week template here.Please consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerSupport the show

We are back, and the intention for 2021 is to have regular weekly episodes. Finally! In this week's episode, we discuss how you can easily increase your happiness by spending less energy on decision making! Stop deliberating whether you should listen to this episode or not! Just listen already. NOTE: I apologize for calling Dr. Barry Schwartz's book not bit is title (The Paradox of Choice) but by its sub-title (More is Less). I guess the subtitle stuck with me more than the title!Things talked about in the episode:The Paradox of Choice by Dr. Barry SchwartzParkinson's LawPareto PrinciplePlease consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerSupport the show

I'm back and with a powerful call to action BEFORE 2020 ends!Things talked about in the episode:Click here to book a free 30-minute consultation with Matt for his Living the Real beta coaching program. He is selecting two more people to end the beta pricing.Please consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerSupport the show

I'm excited to have Dr. Mark Kissler back on the show to talk about the idea of attention. This is something that has been on his mind for quite some time now, and in light of all that is going on to grab our attention, I think it is an excellent time to chat about it! Things talked about in the episode:Flow by Mihaly CsikszentmihalyiPlease consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerSupport the show

Today I talk about the ONE thing I learned in my college physics class that stuck with me to this day. As a bonus, learn the five "D's" that will lead you down the path of a more frictionless life! Who doesn't want to live life like a slip-and-slide!?Download my PDF guide to learn what technology I use to help me live a frictionless life!Please consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerSupport the show

A great conversation with Dr. Nussbaum about how the value of human experience hinges on the concept of "seeing wisely" over that of "seeing much." In this episode, you will be encouraged to get out of the shallows of life to experience fulfillment in the deeper end. Bring the floaties!Episode Notes (some are affiliate links):The Finest Traditions of My Calling: One Physician's Search for the Renewal of Medicine by Dr. Abraham NussbaumThe Shallows by Nicholas CarrDeep Work by Cal NewportPlease consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerSupport the show

I love the concept of "reducing waste" in life and reallocating this idea of "waste" to important things in our life. Take a listen on eight ways (based on the lean manufacturing principles of Toyota) we can see, address, fix, and reallocate waste to better and more valuable parts of our relationship!Take my Pain to Profit Survey mentioned in the podcast. Matt will choose five people to hop on a call to start addressing your pain points through his 3-M framework. Take it here.Episode Notes (some are affiliate links):Toyota Way by Jeffrey LikerMindset by Carol DweckThe Five Love Languages by Gary ChapmanThe Paradox of Choice by Barry Schwartz80/20 RuleEpisode Eight of Living the RealPlease consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerSupport the show

Many of us have heard about the benefits of journaling. Matt shares his own story of his moment of "self-awareness" while journaling, and how his 3-M framework takes journaling to the next level!Please consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerDownload Matt's 3-M Journal Template  HERE - https://livingthereal.com/journaltemplateSupport the show

Matt shows the consequences of a life without a focus on maintenance. Do you sometimes experience life as if it is an incredible mountain to climb? Do you feel like you are continuously having to clean up messes in your own life? Do you feel as if life has you by the throat? Chances are that these experiences are from a lack of focus on maintenance. Listen, feel empathy, and now take action!Please consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerDownload Matt's "Getting Started" Maintenance Checklist  HERE - http://livingthereal.com/maintenancechecklistSupport the show

Matt has a great conversation with Dr. Mark Kissler from the University of Colorado Hosptial about what living the most real-life possible means to him in both his professional and personal life.Please consider supporting this podcast:Give monthly (as little as $5 a month) on our Patreon Page - https://www.patreon.com/ltrGive a one time gift through Venmo at @mattboettgerGive a one time gift through PayPal here - https://paypal.me/mattboettgerDownload Matt's visual map of his conversation with Dr. Mark Kissler HERE - http://livingthereal.com/markkisslerSupport the show