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Resistance and Finding the One Thing - Your Trigger Point for Action

Hey monkiis,

In this episode, I share some thoughts and fighting 'resistance' and finding the 'one thing' that sets you into motion. This is something that I had done somewhat intuitively over the years - especially in regard to physical training - and recently had the concept reinforced in the book Atomic Habits. This one thing or the trigger point is the single action that you take that sets into motion the cascade of events that lead you to do what you want to do. It's super simple and highly effective.

Also referenced is Steven Pressfield's The War of Art and Do the Work. These are highly recommended reads for all monkiis.

If you have questions, please send a note to info@monkii.co and we can get more monkii Q&A sessions going.

Thanks for tuning in and if you are enjoying the episodes we would be eternally grateful if you could leave a 5-star review. It helps to grow the monkii family and spread the good word of the Wild. Thank you.

See you out there and monkii on,

-monkii Dan

www.monkii.co

Quicky Episode - Momentum, Stretching, Nutrition, and Training

Hey monkiis,

Welcome to another Quick Episode of the podcast. I wanted to get out some thoughts and observations I've had over the past few months about my own behavior. Mainly, I've had some good reminders recently of the power of momentum as it applies to pretty much anything you do. Have a listen.

If you have questions, please send a note to info@monkii.co and we can get more monkii Q&A sessions going.

Thanks for tuning in and if you are enjoying the episodes we would be eternally grateful if you could leave a 5-star review. It helps to grow the monkii family and spread the good word of the Wild. Thank you.

See you out there and monkii on,

-monkii Dan

www.monkii.co

Reflecting on Happiness, Peace and Materialism.

Hey monkiis,

I had some thoughts pop into my mind over the weekend that I wanted to share with the monkii family. Essentially, we just moved into a new house and as awesome as it is...it is not as satisfying nor does it elicit the same level of peace as my bigger physical adventures. Let me also be clear, I'm very VERY grateful for what we have and I want to make sure this is understood. However, I have noticed more and more in the last ~5 years that material things actually bring me less "happiness" and satisfaction. The more life experience I get under my belt the more I realize what is important and for me, it's the following: 1) family, 2) friends, 3) health, and 4) adventure. These are the things that mean the most to me and lead me to feel peaceful and purposeful. Interestingly, you cannot buy any of these. Instead, they must be earned and respected if you want them to stick around.

If you have questions, please send a note to info@monkii.co and we can get more monkii Q&A sessions going.

Thanks for tuning in and if you are enjoying the episodes we would be eternally grateful if you could leave a 5-star review. It helps to grow the monkii family and spread the good word of the Wild. Thank you.

See you out there and monkii on,

-monkii Dan

www.monkii.co

 

Micro-Misogi Part 2: Trip Report and My Evolving Attitude for Goal Setting

Hey monkiis,

This is essentially a part 2 episode of the 'Micro-Misogi' episode (#56) from last week. I went back up to the Diamond on Longs Peak and had an epic adventure. However, it wasn't the adventure that I found remarkable, but rather it was my evolving attitude towards setting goals. I hope you enjoy my thoughts and reflections.

If you have questions, please send a note to info@monkii.co and we can get more monkii Q&A sessions going.

Thanks for tuning in and if you are enjoying the episodes we would be eternally grateful if you could leave a 5-star review. It helps to grow the monkii family and spread the good word of the Wild. Thank you.

See you out there and monkii on,

-monkii Dan

www.monkii.co

Micro-Misogi: The Diamond on Longs Peak

Hey monkiis,

On this episode I talk about a little 'Micro-Misogi' that went down for me this past Friday. I climbed a route on the Diamond which is a ~1,000 foot vertical wall on the east face of Longs Peak. It was really challenging me me and definitely pushed me beyond my limits. However, it was also very eye-opening and open my imagination to what might be possible. This is exactly what the Misogi is for! Please enjoy.

If you have questions, please send a note to info@monkii.co and we can get more monkii Q&A sessions going.

Thanks for tuning in and if you are enjoying the episodes we would be eternally grateful if you could leave a 5-star review. It helps to grow the monkii family and spread the good word of the Wild. Thank you.

See you out there and monkii on,

-monkii Dan

www.monkii.co

Post-Baby #2 and Quarantine Training Update

Hey monkiis,

I missed you guys! I needed an episode to get back on the horse so here it is. A Wild thanks to monkii Todd for the note requesting 'more Wildness'. I always appreciate the encouragement.

 

If you have questions, please send a note to info@monkii.co and we can get more monkii Q&A sessions going.

 

Thanks for tuning in and if you are enjoying the episodes we would be eternally grateful if you could leave a 5-star review. It helps to grow the monkii family and spread the good word of the Wild. Thank you.

See you out there and monkii on,

-monkii Dan

www.monkii.co

 

Coach Michael Hill - Georgetown University Director of Sports Performance

Hey monkiis,

It was an honor to sit down with my former college coach - Coach Michael Hill (@license_2_hill) - from Georgetown University. He is first and foremost a Wildman, but also a modern day strength and conditioning renaissance man. Not only that, but he has been named one of the TOP 4 collegiate strength coaches in the country. In other words, he's legit. Check out his bio below and please enjoy the conversation.

Michael Hill, a native of Fort Dodge, Iowa, has been with the Georgetown University athletics department since 2004 and is currently the director of sports performance working specifically with men’s basketball while overseeing the development of all 29 sports.
 
Most recently in 2018, Hill became a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certification board member. He is also a board member for Body Mechanix Fitness Cooperative in San Francisco, a consultant for SiSu Systems in Washington, D.C., a consultant for Go Pro Workout in Nashua, New Hampshire, an advisor for Monkii Bars in Boulder, Colorado, and an advisor for Perch Fitness in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
 
In May 2017 Hill was recognized as a Master Strength and Conditioning Coach (MSCC) by the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa), which is the highest honor a strength coach can achieve. In 2014 the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) named Hill one of the top four collegiate strength and conditioning coaches in the country.
 
He had previously worked in California as a Fitness Manager at 24 Fitness before moving to the Washington metropolitan area, where he has also worked with Episcopal High School in Virginia, Potomac High School in Virginia, and The Catholic University of America in the District.
Hill’s certifications and memberships include the CSCCa-MSCC, NSCA-RSCC, National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), 24 Hour Fitness CPT, APEX, SAC Level 1, and CPR/AED from the American Red Cross.
 
Hill has a Bachelor of Arts in health promotions and a minor in coaching from the University of Northern Iowa while also holding a master’s degree in sports industry management from Georgetown University’s School of Continuing Studies.

Thanks for tuning in and if you are enjoying the episodes we would be eternally grateful if you could leave a 5-star review. It helps to grow the monkii family and spread the good word of the Wild. Thank you.

See you out there and monkii on,

-monkii Dan

www.monkii.co

 

Derek Sivers - How To Live

monkiis,

This was a dream conversation for me to have with none other than the Wildman - Derek Sivers. I was first introduced to Derek and his story way back in 2011 during my first failed attempt to start a business. His approach to both business and life struck a perfect chord with me and I have been incorporating many of his philosophies into both my personal and business life ever since (which for me are basically one and the same). 

Derek is the founder of CD Baby which he sold in 2008 for $22 million. For him it was never about the money and to literally 'put his money where his mouth is' he donated the money from the sale of CD Baby to a charitable trust for music education.

Derek has been a musician, producer, circus performer, entrepreneur, TED speaker, and book publisher.

I highly encourage all monkiis to listen to my favorite podcast episode with Derek on the Tim Ferriss Show. It's also worth your time to check out Derek's website. His Book Notes section of his website is a treasure trove of knowledge.

What I appreciate most about Derek is his deeply examined life and embracement of the notion that "the opposite may also be true". You may not agree with everything he says, but this is a good thing as it helps you understand your own beliefs better. 

Derek's books:

Available now:

• Anything You Want (2011) 40 lessons for a new kind of entrepreneur: my tales of starting, building, and selling CD Baby

Coming soon:

• Your Music and People (2019) a philosophy for musicians (and normal people) of getting your work to the world by being creative, considerate, resourceful, descriptive, focused, and connected.
• Hell Yeah or No (2019) a collection of thoughts around re-defining yourself, changing focus, and saying yes to less.
• How to Live (2020) radically different approaches to life, in succinct directives.

Derek's notes on, The Courage to be Disliked.

Thanks for tuning in and if you are enjoying the episodes we would be eternally grateful if you could leave a 5-star review. It helps to grow the monkii family and spread the good word of the Wild. Thank you.

See you out there and monkii on,

-monkii Dan

www.monkii.co

Mason Gravley: Reflecting on COVID-19 and Lessons Learned from Adventure

Hey monkiis,

I'm psyched to have my good friend Mason Gravley back on the show. Mason is the host on the Adventure Sports podcast and all-around Wildman. He has done epic adventures all over the country by bike and foot. He is also an extremely deep thinker and I really value his insights and perspectives. I think you will too.

Show notes:

-Misogi Interview with travel writer Aaron Millar.

-Mason interviews monkii Dan on the Adventure Sports podcast.

I'd also HIGHLY recommend Athletic Brewing Non-Alcoholic Beer. Mason is the Lead Adventurer for Athletic Brewing and also hosts another podcast for them. I was definitely skeptical of non-alcoholic beer until I tried Athletic Brewing. It's delicious. 

Social:

Mason: @alive_adventures

Adventure Sports Podcast: @adventuresportspodcast

Athletic Brewing: @athleticbrewing

We are here if you need us. Let's push forward together.

Thanks for tuning in and if you are enjoying the episodes we would be eternally grateful if you could leave a 5-star review. It helps to grow the monkii family and spread the good word of the Wild. Thank you.

See you out there and Live Wild or Die,

-monkii Dan

www.monkii.co

 

Talking with the Wildman of the North - Erl. Mindset, Stress/Anxiety, Training, Nature Therapy, and More.

Hey monkiis,

I finally got to record a conversation with my good friend Erl -Wildman of the North. We met several years back and he is an OG monkii to the core.

Erl is a psychologist residing in Lofoten, Norway which lies above the Arctic Circle. What I've always appreciated about him is that he specifically moved to this Wild environment to seek out more adventure. Our kind of monkii. We take a journey through the topics and there are some gems to be found for sure. Please enjoy!

Show notes:

• Matthew Walker on Joe Rogan's podcast: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-joe-rogan-experience/e/54245399.
• Adventures with Erl
• Sapiens book

We are here if you need us. Let's push forward together.

Thanks for tuning in and if you are enjoying the episodes we would be eternally grateful if you could leave a 5-star review. It helps to grow the monkii family and spread the good word of the Wild. Thank you.

See you out there and Live Wild or Die,

-monkii Dan

www.monkii.co