This idea of the shadow calling is brilliant. Makes me look at my life and want to rearrange things. Your personal story puts it all into perspective. Thank you! I'm a new subscriber.

I started my journey towards turning pro months ago. Still in the early stages... There is NO TURING BACK. Absolutely enjoyed every second of this lecture. Kept rewinding and taking notes. Such priceless service. THANK YOU Brain :-)

@HeroicBrian

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Zak | Team Optimize Optimize is now free! Sign up/tell your friends! www.optimize.me

My shadow calling was the fact that I was being a psychotherapist following a standard psychotherapy protocol for years, not even realizing it. Not even realizing the depth of my obedience... Once I realized I was not being fully myself and that I could not thrive and blossom, I started following my own path. It is not easier but it is more fun, more fulfilling and more in synch with my truth. It fells like I am on the right path. A path of a deeper freedom and joy!

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

elenafissa Awesome.

I was in my shadow calling for 26 years now I have honed my vision and my passion to serve my ideal patient. Serving ideally let's me wake every morning with such enthusiasm. I share your site often, but especially with every young person I know, may the light the world on fire!

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

1gratefulday Amazing. Thanks for sharing your story and thanks for your support! To lighting the world on fire! :)

I love the way you teach. ❤️

Ah ha! I thought my true calling was hopeless, because it is a competitive and oversaturated field. When #4 hit, "What is a Practice?" I had the epiphany. All I needed to do was follow the abstraction of my true calling. I thought the only way I could do it was through music and songwriting. But then, what I really want isn't exactly writing music. It's a combination of abstractions. They are: 1) Draw creativity from the other dimensions / the void 2) shape the treasure into something that can help people improve their mood 3) give it to the world When looking at it as a series of abstractions, I think I could be happy doing any creative activity. Maybe. #5 also resonated... nobody's perfect. Of course I will have to enter the void and allow the Muses their time. The gift comes through surrender. Very good stuff. I may have to read the back half of this book.

This talk was everything I've been thinking about and is exactly what I needed. Your talk with Steven philosophy just put what I was experience into words. Your video helped recognize what I am going through. It's nice to know that this is normal and to stay with it. Thank you Brian.

Thanks for the wake up call, Brian. I needed to be reminded about my shadow calling and the hero's journey through ecstatic hell through consistent practice. Appreciate your candid revelations about your own journey. Keep up the good work.

@HeroicBrian

8 жыл бұрын

+Robert Hammond Thank you, Robert!! Optimize is now free! Sign up/tell your friends! www.optimize.me

Brian, these videos are so great, I'm glad I found them and I am referring everyone I know to your channel. Keep it going!

@HeroicBrian

8 жыл бұрын

+Adam King Thanks so much, Adam! I appreciate your kind word and support!! Optimize is now free! Sign up/tell your friends! www.optimize.me

Thank you Brian. Always a great experience to see your work

Excellent overview. Thank you for sharing Brian.

...Shed my skin.. this is the new stuff.. I go dancing in.. brought the song to mind. love all you do, thanks

Another great PN video! I'm totally digging this series. Thanks for sharing!

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

allie Thanks, Allie!

you know what you are doing great job sir

Wow was eagerly waiting for review. Thanks for all your efforts Brian. My favorite was " Hero wanders, Hero suffers, Hero returns" I could connect that with so many spiritual figures as well as mythological stories in India... The line almost sounds like a process with necessary and sufficient stages ... wow again

Hey Brian!! Thanks so much for another awesome episode. I love all of the reminders and my favorite big (and new) idea is the notion of a "shadow calling." Thank you for be vulnerable and sharing your story (especially when it's so fresh and raw) and living your truth. Your courage to "do what needs to be done" is inspiring and it's really forcing me to face my own "shadow calling." I was born to be a teacher, coach, connected. And, although I get to do some of that on a daily at a pretty awesome mid-size credit union, it feels off. I got my masters in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University which has served me well, but I think it was a safe route (not to mention a $100k of debt that has me feeling trapped). When I quit my first comfy safe job to pursue coaching I failed miserably and then I created this story in my head that the only way to make money as a coach was to be a leadership coach. Although I have a strong interest in leadership, it's not what I'm here to do and at the end of the day, I still work for a financial institution (helping people buy stuff they don't need to impress people they don't know) and it's also a place where I was hired to teach leadership and develop talent - which is fine, noble, and worthy work, but my true calling is to help people explore, discover, and create the most authentic, most awesome lives (which does relate but again, it's not quite it!). Shedding the skin and doing what needs to be done is the process I'm in right now BUT difference between you and me is that your courage muscles are way BIGGER than mine. When you realized that En*theos, as it was currently going, wasn't quite it, it seems like you just ripped that bandaid off quickly (shedding the skin within months) and me, on the other had, I feel like I'm ripping it off slowly because I'm scared if I do it too quickly, I won't make enough money to support my family, so the pain of doing what needs to be done has become a slow and arduous process that leaves room for lots of distractions. If you have any suggestions Brian, I'd love to hear them. For now, I'm going to take a deeper dive into the last few episodes to learn more about courage and creating habits and practices. Thanks for all you do, Bri! Love, Lori

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

***** Amazing. Thanks for sharing, Lori! I appreciate *your* vulnerability and journey. First thought: this will be fun for us to explore in the Q&As for the Optimal Living program! I think we each have different rhythms and responsibilities and circumstances, etc. It sounds like you continue to deepen your clarity and move in the direction of what you feel is your most authentic path--which is incredibly powerful and exciting. You're in this for the long haul so no need to feel rushed! :) We'll talk more but my #1 suggestion/question is always the same: How are your fundamentals? Exercising? Eating well? Resting? Meditating? :) Sending love and look forward to hanging out soon! -bri

@politereminder6284

5 жыл бұрын

@@HeroicBrian thanks for asking that question about fundamentals. I live with fibromyalgia, so my pace is always slower than what I want it to be. At times I want to tear through my tasks like the cartoon Tasmanian Devil, but I know that my fundamentals have to be solid in order for me to know myself and to know my path and to know what to do that brings the desired result. God Bless you.

Brian - awesome stuff. Thanks for sharing.

Brian Johnson, it's great to see you back up front! I'd forgotten how inspiring and infectious is your love of the big ideas. My epiphany is #3: Ecstatic Hell. The Nietzsche quote hit me like cold water. "Wake up, woman!" I am in such resistance (fear) about razing this current life I'm living; wandering without bringing back the treasure. Who was it who said, "If not now, when?" Thanks, man!

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Toni Natoli Thanks, Toni! Sending love and consistency on the fundamentals as we navigate the challenging transitions! :)

Great job Bri! I really loved this book too, it was awesome to see your favorite parts and remember mine too. :)

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Travis Hellstrom Thanks, Travis!! To Turning Pro!! :)

Thanks for your inspiring words!!!

Really really good stuff. Insightful and so deeply helpful. Keep going!

@HeroicBrian

8 жыл бұрын

+Nicolas Valin Thank you, Nicolas!! Cranked out 250+ videos this year since that one in my year of Turning Pro. hehe. Excited about all that's in store for 2016! Optimize is now free! Sign up/tell your friends! www.optimize.me

Thank you very much, terrific review, and your pdf's are very helpful !

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Al S Thank you and thank you, Al!

You got your calling and let me tell you sir, you do a hell of a great job with it!!!

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

grcanbo Big smile and big thanks. I appreciate your kind words! :)

Perfect timing! Thank you

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Kristin Outlan Yay! :)

Great video... brilliant content! Thanks for sharing this!

@HeroicBrian

4 жыл бұрын

🙏 Zak | Team Optimize Optimize is now free! Sign up/tell your friends! www.optimize.me

Love your reviews - thank you ❤️

@HeroicBrian

6 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching Aasheesh! We appreciate you 😊 - Team Heroic Get the Heroic App and start Activating your Heroic Potential, TODAY! Join free: heroic.us/join

thank you

Excellent video

Guru Johnson, This is another great video. What resonated with me was developing maintain professional habits, You are correct, when decide to turn professional, all the non-essentials fade away. Ninety-nine percent is a bitch. One hundred percent is a breeze.

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Yehuda HaMaccabi Here's to 100%!! :)

@Kube_Dog

5 жыл бұрын

That's 199%.

Awesome. I'm going Pro in 2015.

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Christopher Fitzgerald Saweet!! :)

As always, I wanna leave a comment here to tell you: Thanks, Thanks! Your videos are incredible !

@HeroicBrian

3 жыл бұрын

Thank YOU, Alassane! -Charlie & Team Optimize Optimize is now free! Sign up/tell your friends! www.optimize.me

well done!

When you started your Plato School and stopped with the PN I didn't like it. I'm happy you are back to your teaching project. It is really great!

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Graziela Machado Thank you, Graziela!! Appreciate your kind words and support and excited about all that's in store!

Excellent synopsis! Time to write your own book:)

@HeroicBrian

8 жыл бұрын

+Arica Marx thanks! Book #1: www.amazon.com/Philosophers-Notes-Creating-Authentically-Goodness/dp/0983059128 Book #2 in 2021. haha. For now, all energy here: brianjohnson.me/membership/ Optimize is now free! Sign up/tell your friends! www.optimize.me

@AM-kd9jq

8 жыл бұрын

+Brian Johnson spoke too soon will check it out!

Hi Brian I am currently right in the middle of my crucifixion/resurrection process. And I was led to this presentation exactly at the right time, as I am still filled with fear of embracing my destiny, and I'm still trying to find excuses to run away. My old ego (which I have recognized for what it is) is putting up a huge fight because it does not want to die, but I know it has to. I know that wonderful things are ahead if I allow it. Your presentation put that back into focus for me. Thank you so much, it helped me tremendously! Have a great day! Gunter :>)

@HeroicBrian

8 жыл бұрын

+Robert Garner Thanks and good luck and best wishes on your hero's journey! (More you might dig here: brianjohnson.me/master-class/purpose-101/ plus here: brianjohnson.me/master-class/creativity-101/ Optimize is now free! Sign up/tell your friends! www.optimize.me

Thank you for your vulnerability in sharing your story! It was the perfect message for me at the perfect time. I too love philosophy and am recreating myself for the next chapter in my life. My intention is to bring philosophy to health and wellness care for families Your story has helped me realize that it is okay for me to let go of what was to allow something new to emerge. Not always comfortable -LOL! Best wishes on your evolving journey. I'm a fan!

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Dr. Heidi Skye Big smile and a big high five! YES!! Thanks for your note and here's to the hero's journey of turning pro, Heidi! :)

thats great! thank you x

Hi Bryan! Congratulacions! Your work is awesome!!! One question: What book from Steven Pressfield is better to read the first one, The war of art or Turning Pro?? What is your advice? Thank you very much from Barcelona!!!

good vidoes Brian

great stuff, thnx.

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Angelo Diaz Thanks, Angelo!

Brian, I've read all of SP's books in this series and I am still struggling to commit to a vision/ overcome laziness. I think it is partially because I can't fully commit/ decide on a direction. I'm 29 now and this is a looming problem for me. Why am I having so much trouble finding a way to show up to and improve my life? Any ideas would be appreciated.

@CassieWinter

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Rachel! I realize your comment is a few years old now, but I see that no one commented and wanted to check in on you. How are you doing these days? Any better? Or still looking for help?

@m.e.p.b.

3 жыл бұрын

I was like you and then tragedy happened. Now I'm awake to the realities of life.

turning pro perfect storm much love 💜🎶🌝

What landed-do the work?

Ah Ha! There is no path where the hero travels. Whowa!

@CassieWinter

3 жыл бұрын

Right?! So true!

Hey Brian! Supervideo! Is this guy the same that wrote The Gates of Fire and Alexander? I love these books(my mother too)! If you see him give him our graditude! Excellent video again!! Your Academy rocks! :)

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Costas Plassaras YES!!!!

I've never read any of Joseph Campbell's books. Which one would you recommend (starting with)? Thanks!

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Hey Randy: I'd rec A Joseph Campbell Companion. Get the book here: www.amazon.com/Reflections-Art-Living-Campbell-Companion/dp/0060926171 Watch the video here: brianjohnson.me/philosophers-notes/a-joseph-campbell-companion/ Check out PN here: cl.ly/2u3d2p3z0T3u And I happen to be in this documentary on him that (I'm biased) is awesome: findingjoethemovie.com/

@randystuart4237

9 жыл бұрын

***** Thank you so much. PN's are my new favorite thing--awesome stuff.

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Randy Stuart Awesome. Thanks. Big smile and excited to share 100+ new ones this year!

Lit AF

You are a pro :)

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you thank you! It's a day to day commitment. :)

woww

Brutha J, Appreciate finding you. Since I do not have time to read everything- You are a great option. You will be blessing me for a long, long time, Thank you.

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Veronica Dangerfield Sista V! Thrilled we're connected and look forward to optimizing and actualizing together. Let's do this! :)

Wow; major epiphany there. I am doing it all wrong...lol! Alrighty then, thanks so much Brian; this was awesome!

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Dee Morrison hehehe. :)

@DeeMorrison818

9 жыл бұрын

I might add--you are awesome ***** :D

Wait so... the bad habits just, fell away? Russell Brand didn't quit heroin and explain it like, oh yeah my bad habits just fell away. Maybe. It just feels like there is more to it.

If you could be faster and explain more efficiently that would be great.

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

GladX I agree that would be great! Thanks for the note. :)

Hey brian. You mentioned you WERE vegan. Can i ask why you decided to stop id love to hear about how your fueling the machine at this point in your life.

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

courtney harris Hey Courtney! Yes. I was vegan for nearly a decade. Short story is it worked till it didn't quite work. My wife and I decided to experiment with a lot less grain and integrating more animal protein (and fat) into our diet 2.5 years ago before our son was born and it's been a wise decision for me/us! (It Starts with Food/Whole30 was where I kicked it off!)

@gaeb-hd4lf

9 жыл бұрын

***** or maybe thats resistance doing his thing like a ninja

@HeroicBrian

9 жыл бұрын

Guillermo Ekdahl hahaha. Always a possibility, of course. And...