The 7-Minute Mindset

#111 - The Sideline Rule

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down the Sideline Rule so you stop letting the wrong people mess with your confidence. You’ll learn how to tell which feed...

#110 - The 5-Minute Rule

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down the 5-Minute Rule to help you snap out of a crappy mood fast. You’ll learn how five minutes of movement, breath work,...

#109 - The Power of Rituals

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explain why your life feels chaotic when you don’t have grounding rituals—and how simple daily habits can create calm, connect...

#108 - The Success Hangover

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explain why hitting big goals still leaves you feeling empty—and how to break that cycle for good. You’ll learn how the Succes...

#107 - The Cliff Rule

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down why staying stuck in the “in-between” is killing your momentum—and how the Cliff Rule forces you to finally move....

#106 - The 24-Hour Rule

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down a weird little rule that actually fixes your discipline problem fast. You’ll learn how thinking just 24 hours ahead c...

#105 - The Unkillable Soldier

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we tell the insane true story of the unkillable soldier who redefined what toughness really means. You’ll learn how a man who was s...

#104 - The Depression Fix

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we share what actually helped when nothing else did. You’ll learn why the real fix for depression isn’t about meds or therapy—b...

#103 - The Samurai Rule

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we reveal why real mental toughness isn’t about being hard—it’s about surrender. You’ll learn The Samurai Rule, a mindset tha...

#102 - The Dog Rule

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we share how stopping the chase for success ended up bringing us everything we were running after. You’ll learn The Dog Rule—why ...

#101 - The Light-Switch Rule

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down why you’re always tired even when you sleep enough—and how to finally feel recharged. You’ll learn the Light Swit...

#100 - The Michelangelo Rule

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down why some “real friends” might secretly be holding you back—and how to spot who actually believes in you. You’ll...

#99 - The Reverse Bucket List

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we reveal why your manifestation methods aren’t working—and the simple shift that actually brings results. You’ll learn how gra...

#98 - The Mirror Rule

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk about why you’ll never feel truly happy until you learn how to love yourself first. You’ll learn the real link between se...

#97 - The Fire Rule

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk about what to do when your life feels like it’s burning down. You’ll learn how to stay calm, think clearly, and rebuild f...

#96 - The Candy Test

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we unpack the scary truth behind common Halloween myths and show how easy it is to believe lies without checking the facts. You’ll ...

#95 - The Addiction Fix

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explain why your brain keeps craving the things that make you feel good for a moment but empty after — and how real connection c...

#94 - The Japanese Art of Kintsugi

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you why insecurity isn’t something to hide — it’s the raw material that can unlock your biggest strengths. You’ll dis...

#93 - F**k the Marshmallows

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explain why discipline keeps failing when it feels like punishment — and how the real win is choosing what you actually want to ...

#92 - The Pain-Pleasure Balance

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explain why you always feel drained and how to get your energy back fast. You’ll learn how dopamine swings control your motivati...

#91 - NFL Mindset Coach: The #1 Secret to ELITE Mental Toughness

25 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is Jim Murphy, author of Inner Excellence — the book that NFL star AJ Brown was literally reading on the sidelines before a playof...

#90 - The Power of Enough

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we unpack why chasing happiness often makes you miserable—and what to do instead. You’ll learn how gratitude and self-acceptance ...

#89 - How to Think Like The 1%

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down why most people chase success the wrong way—and how to fix it by thinking from first principles. You’ll learn how t...

#88 - Memento Mori

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk about why we take our health for granted—and how one moment can snap everything into perspective. You’ll learn why gratit...

#87 - The Endowment Effect

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down the hidden bias that keeps you stuck—and broke. You’ll learn how the Endowment Effect tricks your brain into overva...

#86 - The Mirror Rule

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk about how to stop letting people trigger you—and use those reactions to actually understand yourself better. You’ll learn...

#85 - The Puzzle Effect

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down why your brain hates relaxing—and how to finally feel calm even when life’s unfinished. You’ll learn about the Ze...

#84 - The IKEA Effect

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk about why pain might actually be the secret to a happier life—and how struggle gives your story meaning. You’ll learn why...

#83 - The Spotlight Effect

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we unpack why your brain overreacts to embarrassment—and how realizing nobody cares can free you to do what actually makes you happ...

#82 - The 8-Oz Rule

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we share a weird but powerful trick to stop worrying—without pretending your problems don’t exist. You’ll learn how to drop the...

#81 - The Hercules Principle

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk about why no one’s coming to save you—and how taking one small step can change everything. You’ll learn how to stop wai...

#80 - STOP Trying to Control Your Emotions (Do This Instead)

10 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we stop trying to “control” emotions and show you how to step back from them instead. You’ll learn a simple shift that calms an...

#79 - Why You Get Angry So Easily (And How to Fix It)

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down why you snap so easily and how to stay calm when life bumps your boat. You’ll learn a simple mental shift that turns ...

#78 - These 4 Words Are Poisoning Your Mindset (Stop Using Them)

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down how four tiny words quietly poison your mindset and show you how to ditch them so you take back control fast. You’ll ...

#77 - If Every Day Feels Like a Struggle, Listen To This.

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how to turn everyday problems into fuel instead of stress. You’ll learn a simple way to flip obstacles into small wins ...

#76 - You’ll Never Feel Confident Until You Learn This

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how to stop letting other people decide your worth so you can finally feel confident on your own terms. You’ll learn ho...

#75 - STOP Stressing About Life (Do This Instead)

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how to stop letting stress run your day and start using simple, real-life habits to calm down fast. You’ll learn why sm...

#74 - The Hidden Reason Your Hard Work Isn't Paying Off

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show why working harder isn’t the answer and how to check if you’re headed the right way. You’ll learn a simple habit to sto...

#73 - STOP Overthinking (Do This Instead)

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how to stop overthinking by using a simple “anchor” you already have. You’ll learn how to calm racing thoughts and ...

#72 - These 3 Words Destroy EVERY Relationship

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how to stop 99% of pointless fights by ditching three small words. You’ll learn simple swaps that turn blame, unsolicit...

#71 - STOP Being Hard on Yourself (Do This Instead)

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how to stop beating yourself up and start performing better by easing off the pressure. You’ll learn the simple mental ...

#70 - The Happiness Expert: Ex-Google Exec Cracks the Code to Lasting Joy

27 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the reason you’re unhappy is just bad math? Today’s guest, Mo Gawdat (former Chief Business Officer at Google X and bestselling author of ...

#69 - STOP comparing yourself. Do this instead.

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down how to stop comparing yourself to others and start feeling good in your own lane. You’ll learn three simple reframes ...

#68 - If You Have Anxiety, You're Probably Making These 3 Mistakes

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down the 3 biggest mistakes that secretly make your anxiety worse and show you simple fixes you can use today. You’ll lear...

#67 - How to Build Confidence So Fast It Feels ILLEGAL

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down how to build real confidence even when you feel like the underdog. You’ll learn how to flip self-doubt into self-beli...

#66 - This Weird Mental Trick Saved Us in Our Darkest Hour

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how one weird mental trick can pull you out of a dark spiral fast. You’ll learn how to stop fighting tough seasons and ...

#65 - EVERYTHING You’ve Been Taught About Self-Help is WRONG!

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show why chasing big breakthroughs keeps you stuck—and how tiny 1% tweaks can change everything. You’ll learn why sweating the...

#64 - Why today is actually the best day of your life

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we flip the “same old day” feeling into proof that today is actually the best day of your life. You’ll learn how to spot everyd...

#63 - How to outsmart your negative brain

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how to stop getting bullied by your own negative thoughts by giving your brain a name. You’ll learn a simple way to ste...

#62 - How to stop taking sh*t from people

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how to stop letting other people’s anger mess with your peace. You’ll learn how to drop the “gift” of someone els...

#61 - How to never feel unhappy again

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down a simple happiness equation so you never stay stuck feeling unhappy again. You’ll learn how lowering expectations and...

#60 - Why your goals are making you miserable

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we fix the trap of chasing goals that leave you drained by showing you how to swap outcome goals for input goals. You’ll learn how ...

#59 - How the top 1% never burn out

12 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how to stop running yourself into the ground by using rest the same way the top 1% do. You’ll learn why short breaks, w...

#58 - What 9/11 taught us about life

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we face the hard truth that tomorrow isn’t promised and show how to love people while you still can. You’ll learn why the smalles...

#57 - Why you always feel drained

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down why you always feel drained and how to spot the people who quietly suck the life out of you. You’ll learn simple ways...

#56 - How to finally feel proud of yourself

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break the trap of never feeling enough by showing you how to feel proud of yourself right now. You’ll learn a simple way to flip...

#55 - How to achieve your wildest dreams

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break down how tiny daily choices can either wreck your life or help you hit your wildest goals. You’ll learn how to use simple ...

#54 - How to be 10x more attractive with zero effort

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show how to turn stress and overthinking into instant confidence with one simple move: smiling. You’ll learn why a smile makes y...

#53 - How to be 10x happier with zero effort

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how to be 10x happier without forcing fake smiles or grinding through “self-help.” You’ll learn how to rewire your ...

#52 - How to upgrade your entire life in one day

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how one simple question can flip your whole life in a single day. You’ll learn how to spot the thing you’ve been avoi...

#51 - How to eliminate anxiety on the spot

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how to shut down anxiety the moment it hits. You’ll learn a dead-simple three-step method you can use anytime stress sh...

#50 - Why you’re not getting what you want

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show how to stop focusing on what’s wrong and flip your brain to see what’s already good. You’ll learn how to catch more opp...

#49 - The Listening Expert: These Everyday Sounds Are Secretly Making You Anxious!

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the biggest cause of your anxiety has been hiding in plain sight?Today’s guest is Julian Treasure, the world’s leading expert on listening...

#48 - How to communicate like a leader

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how to flip your brain’s “default setting” from nitpicking to noticing the good. You’ll learn why positive reinfo...

#47 - Why you keep attracting bad things

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how to train your brain’s “algorithm” so you actually notice the stuff you want in life. You’ll learn how to use ...

#46 - Why you always feel “behind”

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we ditch the “jump ship” reflex and show you how to spot shiny object syndrome before it kills your progress. You’ll learn how ...

#45 - How to pull yourself out of a dark place

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we take that “I’m drowning in stress” spiral and show you how to flip it with one simple, pen-and-paper move. You’ll learn th...

#44 - How to cure your morning anxiety

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we stop waking up anxious and start using that morning energy the way your caveman ancestors did—by going out and making a kill. Yo...

#43 - How to achieve impossible results

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how to get what you want by cutting off every escape route. You’ll learn why locking yourself in—mentally or physical...

#42 - How to stop feeling overwhelmed

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we stop freaking out over endless to-do lists by showing you how to calm your brain and get one thing done now. You’ll learn how to...

#41 - How to instantly feel more confident

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we show you how to stop talking yourself into a worse life and start using your words to work for you. You’ll learn how everyday ph...

#40 - Why you never feel “enough”

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we break free from the “I’ll be happy when…” trap so you can stop rushing through life and start actually enjoying it. You’...

#39 - How to be strong when life gets tough

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we flip the “I have to” mindset into “I get to” so you stop dreading your day and start owning it. You’ll learn how a tiny ...

We're goin' DAILY!

17 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

BestSelf University is now The Fio Bros Podcast — and we’re going DAILY. Every weekday morning, you’ll get a 5–10 minute hit of mindset motiva...

☀️ Taking a Summer Break! 😎

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're super grateful for you tuning in, sharing the show, and vibing with what we’re building.We’re hitting pause on any new episodes for a fe...

#38 - We meditated for 10,000 hours. If you’re a beginner, listen to this.

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Over the last ten years, we've clocked over 10,000 hours of meditation together. It's a practice that has completely changed our lives.But when we fir...

#37 - EVERYTHING You’ve Been Told About Goal-Setting is WRONG! | Anne-Laure Cunff

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Anne-Laure Le Cunff, founder of Ness Labs and author of Tiny Experiments—a groundbreaking book helping overachievers break free f...

#36 - This Exact Mindset Built His $30 Billion Company | Randall Kaplan

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest lecturer is Randy Kaplan, an elite entrepreneur, investor, and podcast host known for turning impossible odds into massive success throu...

#35 - EVERYTHING You’ve Been Told About Fat Loss is WRONG! | Fitness Coach Dan Go

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is Dan Go—world-class transformation coach, entrepreneur, and former "fat kid" turned fitness phenom.Dan has coached top performers ...

#34 - The Happiness Expert: 87 Years of Research Exposes Hidden Happiness Killer!

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is Dr. Robert Waldinger, the man behind the longest-running study on happiness ever done.He’s a Harvard psychiatrist, New York Times b...

#33 - Hollywood Insider Exposes Secret Formula to Brainwash Anyone!

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest lecturer is Justin Sternberg, a former Hollywood TV writer turned storytelling expert and Snapchat exec. He’s sold shows to Disney, ...

#32 - Meet Joe Rogan’s Secret Discipline Coach (Steven Pressfield Interview)

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest lecturer is Steven Pressfield, bestselling author of The War of Art — a book that has changed millions of lives, including ours.In t...

#31 - Think Like a Billionaire: A Masterclass on Building Wealth | Author of The Almanack of Naval

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What separates someone who earns $1M in their lifetime from someone who earns $100M or even $1B?In this episode of BestSelf University, we’re joined...

#30 - If You’re In Your 20’s or 30’s and Hate Your Job, Please Listen To This

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest lecturer is Simon Alexander Ong, a world-class life coach and bestselling author helping people build a life they actually WANT to wake ...

#29 - We ACTUALLY Chased our Dreams for 2,555 days… But Didn’t Expect THIS.

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For the past 2,555 days, we've been chasing one dream—to race around the world on the hit TV show, The Amazing Race. After getting rejected over and...

#28 - How to Network Like the Top 1% | Keith Ferrazzi

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest today is Keith Ferrazzi, the man Larry King has called "the most connected person on the planet."At just 32, Keith became the youngest CMO i...

#27 - Have We Been Lied to About Depression? | Dr. Eric Maisel

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Does depression really exist... or is it just one big marketing scheme? That's the question of today's episode with Eric Maisel.Eric is a renowned psy...

#26 - You’ve been LIED TO about MONEY (How to Build REAL Wealth) | Sahil Bloom

02 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sahil Bloom had it all—before 30, he was managing $3.5 billion as an investment banker, living the dream most people chase. Then, he walked away fro...

#25 - Meet the 82 yr old Stanford Professor Who Figured Out Life. | Patricia Ryan Madson

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Patricia Ryan Madson is an 82-year-old Stanford professor emerita with over 40 years of experience teaching improvisation. She is the author of Improv...

#24 - Harvard Neurosurgeon DIES; Reveals SHOCKING Proof of Heaven | Dr. Eben Alexander

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As a Harvard-educated neurosurgeon, Dr. Eben Alexander was a man of logic, dismissing the entire idea of an afterlife. But 17 years ago, a rare bacter...

#23 - We Paid $30k to See Tony Robbins… But Didn’t Expect THIS.

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Unless you’re really rich, $30,000 is a LOT of money. That much cash can buy you a new car, or even a year’s worth of rent. So obviously, when we ...

#22 - EVERYTHING You've Been Told About Back Pain is WRONG! | Low Back Ability

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Brendan Backstrom (aka Low Back Ability) is known by many as the "back pain miracle worker." In 2019, Brendan's own back injuries nearly drove him to ...

#21 - 5 Post-Breakup Mistakes That Will RUIN Your Life | Dr. Guy Winch

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Guy Winch is a renowned clinical psychologist and the world's #1 expert in fixing broken hearts. Through his bestselling book and mega-viral TED Talk,...

#20 - Behavioral Scientist REVEALS His SECRET TOOL For DESTROYING Bad Habits (Forever)

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ron Carucci is the mastermind behind nine bestselling leadership books, a viral TED sensation, and a true genius in not only understanding human behav...

[IMPORTANT] This Podcast Is Getting a HUGE Upgrade.

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the next day or two, this podcast, Brolosophy, will be officially rebranded to BestSelf University. We’re pumped about this pivot and think you w...

#19 - We meditated for 100 hours straight… but did not expect THIS. [Vipassana Retreat]

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you do nothing but eat, sleep, and meditate for 10 days straight? We both attended a 10 day Vipassana meditation retreat led by S.N....

#18 - This Book CURED Our Depression

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this 18th episode of Brolosophy, Mike’s opens up about his most recent battle with depression, and how the book, The War of Art by Steven Pressfi...

#17 - This Book CURED Our Perfectionism

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this 17th episode of Brolosophy, we talk about toltec wisdom and how the Four Agreements completely changed our life, and more specifically, how it...

#16 - The REAL Reason You Feel Behind in Life

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this 16th episode of Brolosophy, we share our #1 lesson & biggest actionable takeaway from the best-selling book, Essentialism by Greg McKeown. We ...

#15 - Marcus Aurelius' Advice for Dealing with A$$holes

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this 15th episode of Brolosophy, we share practical advice for dealing with the rude people we face in our everyday lives. We discuss 3 actionable ...