The Darius Foroux Show

On this episode, I talk about meaningful productivity. By applying this strategy you will make more progress and stress less.

Learn about my productivity system, Procrastinate Zero 2:

Are you ready to turn the page towards a more fulfilling life? In my latest video, "Journaling Will Change Your Life: 4 Tips to Get Started," I delve into the transformative power of penning down your thoughts.

This isn't your typical 'Dear Diary' stuff - it's about self-discovery, growth, and turning dreams into reality. It's like having a conversation with yourself, a friend who's always there to lend an ear, and a personal coach rolled into one.

I'll share four practical tips to kickstart your journaling journey, from which type of journal to choose, to the best time to write, to overcoming the initial fear of that blank page. 

I've been there too, staring at an empty page, wondering where to start. I'll help you navigate those beginning stages, and soon, you'll be filling pages with your deepest thoughts and brightest ideas.

Remember, this is your story, and only you can write it. So why not start now? Tune in to get started on your journaling journey. Because as I love to remind you - the best time for self-improvement is always today!

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Success isn't just about luck or talent - it's about adopting the right mindset. In this enlightening video, we delve into the 5 powerful mindset shifts that have transformed the lives of many successful individuals.

From embracing failure to fostering resilience, these mindset shifts will empower you to overcome barriers and reach new heights.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, a student, a professional or someone looking to unlock their potential, this video is for you. You'll learn how to cultivate a growth mindset, develop a relentless focus, embrace change, practice gratitude, and build resilience.

These key mindset shifts are not just theories; they're practical, actionable strategies you can implement in your life now. So, don't wait for success to come knocking on your door - make the shift and create your own success story.

Join us on this transformative journey and remember that your mindset is the only limit to your success. Tune in, subscribe, and let's start building your path to success today!

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction 0:50 - Progress over perfection 2:38 - Focus on high impact 5:08 - Practice gratitude and simple living 6:36 - Use setbacks as energy

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In today's video, we're taking a unique spin on wealth creation by exploring 4 unconventional books that can guide you on your journey to financial success.

We kick off with J. Paul Getty's "How to Be Rich." Don't let the straightforward title fool you - this book isn't your typical get-rich-quick manual. Instead, it offers timeless insights on wealth and success from one of history's richest men.

Next, we dive into ancient wisdom with Epictetus' "Discourses." While not explicitly about money, this philosophical gem teaches invaluable lessons about control, perspective, and contentment - key ingredients for a rich life.

Book number three is Peter Lynch's "One Up on Wall Street". This classic guide demystifies the world of investing, providing practical advice on how to spot opportunities and make smart investment decisions.

Finally, we explore "Seeking Wisdom: From Darwin to Munger" by Peter Bevelin. This book is a treasure trove of wisdom collected from diverse fields like biology, psychology, and philosophy, all aimed at improving our decision-making skills - essential for building wealth.

So, are you ready to redefine what it means to be rich? Join us as we delve into these thought-provoking reads and uncover their unconventional yet powerful lessons on wealth creation.

Remember, getting rich isn't just about accumulating money, it's about growing as an individual and making wise decisions. See you in the video!

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01:10 - J. Paul Getty - How to Be Rich

03:47 - Epictetus - Discources

08:18 - Peter Lynch - One Up on Wall Street

13:40 - Peter Bevelin - Seeking Wisdom: From Darwin to Munger

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More book recommendations: https://dariusforoux.com/books-to-get-rich/

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In this episode, we delve deep into the ancient philosophy of Stoicism. As a philosophy that's stood the test of time, Stoicism offers profound insights and practical wisdom that can dramatically enhance our quality of life.

We'll explore how Stoicism can help us navigate through the highs and lows of life with grace, resilience, and calmness, turning obstacles into opportunities.

Join me as I unpack the essence of Stoicism and share how you can apply its principles to lead a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

Hey! New episode. This one is about living a productive life.

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On this episode, I’m expanding on the previous one. Right after I finished recording part 1, another reader asked me how I generate revenue as a writer and teacher. I talk about that (and more) on this episode. 

Learn more about http://digitalbusiness.school.

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I recorded a podcast about how I got started with writing. A few readers have asked me about this recently. They mentioned they were stuck right now and were looking for inspiration in other people’s stories.

Here’s a brief version of mine.

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It's been a while since I did one of these "update" episodes. In this one I talk about training for a race, traditional publishing, rebranding my newsletter, and more. 

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Hi there, welcome to the latest episode! I talk about the latest developments in the global economy and how we can improve our ability to deal with a potential slowdown. Since no one knows when things will slow down, it's better to prepare and to stay focused on what you control.

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Today’s guest is Amy Shearn, an award-winning author of five novels including Unseen City. She has also worked as an editor at publications like JSTOR Daily and Medium’s Creator Hub, Human Parts, Forge.

I’ve known Amy for nearly two years and she’s been the editor of my Stoic Letter column on Medium. On this episode, we talk about everything writing, creativity, journaling, editing, and a lot more!

Enjoy!

I’m joined by the investor and author Vitaliy Katsenelson. He’s known for his investing track record and books about value investing. But in his latest book, Soul in the Game, he shares his philosophy for life.

We talked about Stoicism, journaling, art, skills, and how everything translates to a meaningful life.

Enjoy!

On this episode, I'm joined by Amantha Imber, who's an organizational psychologist and founder of behavioral science consultancy Inventium. She also hosts the How I Work Podcast (I've also been on her show!).

In this episode, I invited Jimmy Soni, who's an author, speaker, and speechwriter, to talk about the founders of Paypal and Elon Musk, We talked about work ethics, consistency, vision, leadership, and his writing process.

In this episode, I invited Shane Neman, who's an entrepreneur and investor, to talk about the current bear market. We talked about our first experiences with investing and bear markets. How we dealt with losing money. And how we've adjusted our strategies.

The guest for this episode is Penny Phillips, the co-founder of Journey Strategic Wealth, a Registered Investment Adviser for advisors. She’s also the founder of Thrivos Consulting, where she coached and consulted financial advisors.

I invited Penny because of her ideas about wealth building that she’s been sharing on Twitter and YouTube. On this episode, we talked about her journey, personal values, building a career in finance, coaching people who were older than her, and many more topics.

On this episode, Ben Dunkel and I talk about Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. A lot has changed in recent years, and more people are now owning Bitcoin and other crypto. But there are also a lot of people who are interested in getting started. We also talk about getting started with crypto.

In this episode, I'm sharing 5 tips for desiring less, so you can stay happy. Learn more about the desire for more and the destruction of happiness here: https://dariusforoux.com/paradox-of-happiness/

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Today, I’m sharing some of my favorite books that I haven’t talked about in other posts.

These are books I’ve learned a lot from. And I really can’t recommend them enough.

Here's the post with the links to the books: https://dariusforoux.com/7-books-that-make-you-a-better-human/

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In this episode, I'm talking about the lessons I learned about wealth building from Jesse Livermore. 

Read the article: https://dariusforoux.com/3-lessons-building-wealth/

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Whether you’re a short-term trader or long-term investor, if you are too active, you probably will lose as much as you win. And if you’re unlucky, you’ll even lose more than you win. Both situations are undesirable. On this episode, I talk about a better way to approach investing opportunities.

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So many of us think the source of fear is because there are so many unknowns in life. We believe that uncertainty usually leads to fear. But that's not always true. On this episode, I talk about how most of us are actually afraid of the known.

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In life, things usually follow a trend. The trend is either upward, and things are getting better, or it’s downward, and things only get worse. Even when things are moving sideways, it often feels like a downtrend because everything else around you seems to keep moving up. Learn more about that in today's episode!

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We often run into situations where we can make a smart choice and a "not so" smart choice. For example: Will you watch an episode of your favorite tv show? Or will you exercise? On this episode, I talk about four situations where you want to go for the smarter choice.

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About six months before my dentist died in a motorcycle accident, he gave me some of the best advice I’ve ever received. It was about saving money. And on this episode, I talk about that advice.

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On this episode, I talk about a simple question I often ask myself. This question helps you to make sure you're on the right path. We spend so much of our time at work, that it's important we enjoy our work. 

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I’ve put together 6 resources with proven tips for optimizing your life and work. It’s free for my newsletter subscribers.