My name is Eric Jivraj and I’m deeply passionate about learning more about myself and the world. I created this podcast with the focus on self-improvement with hopes that with each conversation, I can help you build momentum in your life, one conversation at a time. Join me on this journey of self-growth whilst we build momentum together!
Episodes
Sunday Dec 24, 2023
108. Achieving Your Goals
Sunday Dec 24, 2023
Sunday Dec 24, 2023
In today's episode, I replay another one of my favourite solo episodes and I share with you all the key elements that make for the perfect recipe for success in any area of your life. I discuss the importance of truly wanting something, the discipline required to get it and how routine is your pathway towards getting closer to it.
Takeaways
00:00 Intro
01:35 You already know what needs to be done
03:16 How bad do you truly want it?
09:25 You need discipline
11:09 The power of a personalized routine
13:17 My personalized routine
22:05 Do hard things first thing in the morning
24:37 Set time aside for what matters to you
28:13 Make time to reflect
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Sunday Dec 17, 2023
107. How to 10x Your Productivity
Sunday Dec 17, 2023
Sunday Dec 17, 2023
In today’s episode I replay another solo episode about how important productivity is towards the staircase of success and fulfilment. I discuss with you in depth the 6 steps that you can take to become more productive and how you can practically apply those steps into your life immediately. I also reveal to you an exercise that will help you gain understanding of when you are your most productive throughout different times of the day within the different types of tasks being performed.
Takeaways
00:00 Intro
01:58 What is the basis for success?
04:18 Productivity Tip #1 Plan the day of tomorrow, today
07:03 Productivity Tip #2 Break things down
10:08 Productivity Tip #3 Single-tasking is better than multitasking
14:29 Productivity Tip #4 Deep work
19:15 Productivity Tip #5 Remove distractions
21:22 Productivity Tip #6 Understand when you’re most productive
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Sunday Dec 10, 2023
106. How to Know What Your True Values in Life Are
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
In today’s episode I replay another solo episode. In this one I present a new way of identifying your true values. This method highlights exactly what you value instead of what you believe you value. I share an exercise which I do live on the podcast to examine some of my values.
00:00 Intro
01:29 What are values?
07:47 Outside of your obligations, where do you spend your time?
09:55 Outside of your obligations, where do you spend your money?
10:54 Outside of your obligations, where do you spend your energy?
12:05 What are things that you notice about yourself?
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Sunday Dec 03, 2023
105. Mistakes You Need to Avoid in Relationships
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
In today’s episode I replay another one of my solo favourites. I share with you the 6 mistakes that people make in relationships and how it impacts your relationship’s health negatively. I then discuss ways in which you can avoid, prevent and proactively take action to not make those same mistakes and create a healthier, more successful and more loving relationship.
Takeaways
00:00 Intro
01:25 Why do most relationships fail?
02:51 Relationship Mistake #1 Rushing to get into a relationship
11:03 Relationship Mistake #2 Avoiding talking about important topics
15:06 Relationship Mistake #3 Getting complacent
19:15 Relationship Mistake #4 Not prioritizing the relationship
21:43 Relationship Mistake #5 Losing your individuality because you’ve attached your relationship to your identity
25:00 Relationship Mistake #6 Going with the flow
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Sunday Nov 26, 2023
104. The Power of Vulnerability
Sunday Nov 26, 2023
Sunday Nov 26, 2023
In today’s episode, I decided to replay another one of my favourite episodes, focused on highlighting the true powers behind vulnerability. I talk about how vulnerability is a strength and why you should be selectively more vulnerable.
Takeaways
00:00 Intro
01:44 My journey with vulnerability
04:08 Reason for Vulnerability #1 Vulnerability is not a weakness
06:12 Reason for Vulnerability #2 Embracing your truest self
13:08 Reason for Vulnerability #3 Deepen your connections
15:40 What does true vulnerability mean?
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Sunday Nov 19, 2023
103. How to Create a Truly Healthy Relationship
Sunday Nov 19, 2023
Sunday Nov 19, 2023
In today’s episode I decided to replay another one of my favourite solo episodes where I spent time dissecting the key elements that make or break any relationship in your life, especially your romantic ones.
Takeaways
00:00 Intro
02:06 Differences between relationships and healthy relationships
03:36 Relationship Tip #1 Uncomfortable check-ins
08:38 Relationship Tip #2 Honest, open and transparent communication
11:27 Relationship Tip #3 Understanding each other’s love languages
13:47 Relationship Tip #4 Understanding each other’s fight languages
19:00 Relationship Tip #5 Trying new things for the first time together
20:54 Relationship Tip #6 Growing together
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Sunday Nov 12, 2023
102. The Subtle Toxic Traits to Be Aware of
Sunday Nov 12, 2023
Sunday Nov 12, 2023
Today, I dedicate this episode to replaying an old favourite of mine, which focuses on highlighting the subtle but yet toxic behaviours and patterns that a lot of us and the people around us sometimes exhibit without realising.
Takeaways:
00:00 Intro
01:30 What does “toxic” actually mean?
03:21 Understanding the importance of recognising toxic behaviours
04:34 Toxic Behaviour #1 Dismissing other people by invalidating them
08:05 Toxic Behaviour #2 Expecting your partner to just know it all
09:38 Toxic Behaviour #3 Arguing to win
11:46 Toxic Behaviour #4 Not showcasing vulnerability
15:10 Toxic Behaviour #5 Not communicating when something is clearly bothering you
17:52 Toxic Behaviour #6 Only understanding things from your perspective
19:26 Toxic Behaviour #7 Refusing to accept personal responsibility or taking accountability
22:27 Reflecting on toxic behaviours
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Sunday Nov 05, 2023
101. Special Edition: Podcast Highlights
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
In today’s episode I take you all on a memory lane trip with me. I bring to you a special episode that is composed of a compilation of highlights and short snippets of some very interesting episodes I've done on this incredible podcast. I reminisce on the journey I've had with you all so far.
Takeaways
00:00 Intro
01:37 Special edition episode
04:21 Understanding yourself and the world
10:32 The importance of saying no
13:59 Hard work always pays off
16:41 Musical performance
22:14 Focus on your own journey
24:30 Dealing with imposter syndrome
27:46 Being the role model you needed
30:40 Expression through music
35:45 The importance of content creation
38:30 Benefits of social media
42:07 Love in the way they seek love
43:57 Expecting your partner to be a mind reader
45:49 The secret to true happiness
49:06 Learn to say no
52:07 How to create authentic discipline
56:23 Thank you all, we’re only getting started
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Sunday Oct 29, 2023
100. Podcast Journey Reflection
Sunday Oct 29, 2023
Sunday Oct 29, 2023
In today’s episode I decided to take the time to acknowledge the journey the podcast has had and to reflect back on everything that has happened that allowed me and the podcast to get to the 100th podcast episode!
Takeaways
00:00 Intro
01:47 The podcast journey
07:25 Focusing on the fundamentals
13:25 Removing excuses
17:46 Understanding our growth
21:05 Consistency
24:46 The 100th episode
26:39 The future of the podcast
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Sunday Oct 22, 2023
99. 5 Biggest Regrets in Life
Sunday Oct 22, 2023
Sunday Oct 22, 2023
In today’s episode I decide to replay one of my favourite episodes that I've made on this podcast. I discuss the 2 types of regrets and then dive deep into discussing the 5 biggest regrets in life and how you can live your life and navigate it in a way that prevents those regrets. I share a lot of personal insights on this one.
Takeaways
00:00 Intro
01:52 Is it possible to live a life without regrets?
05:29 Biggest Life Regret #1 I wish I had stayed in touch with my friends
09:47 Biggest Life Regret #2 I wish I had let myself be happier
12:50 Biggest Life Regret #3 I wish I hadn’t worked so hard
17:10 Biggest Life Regret #4 I wish I’d had the courage to express my feelings
18:42 Biggest Life Regret #5 I wish I’d had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me
21:06 Is there a checklist and a timeline to success?
23:20 Limiting beliefs I had growing up
25:47 Most of us are afraid of what others think of us
28:12 The story behind this podcast, I almost didn’t launch it
31:25 Making choices aligned to my truest self
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