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Brian Johnson

Brian Johnson

Brian Johnson

Brian Johnson is the Philosopher and CEO of en*theos (www.entheos.com), a company that creates cool stuff to help people optimize their lives, including the en*theos Academy for Optimal Living, PhilosophersNotes and Blissitations. He is the author of A Philosopher’s Notes (en*theos Enterprises, 2010) and is featured in the documentary Finding Joe. Learn more at BrianJohnson.me.

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6 Steps to Building Life-Changing Habits

Make the most of your finite willpower.

By Brian Johnson

Attitude/Mindset Healthy Habits/Goal Setting

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Courageous Dreaming

A little shamanic wisdom can help you create the life of your dreams.

By Brian Johnson

Healthy Habits/Goal Setting Personal Development

Silence is Golden

The Power of Silence

Key insights from a legendary Zen Buddhist master, Thich Nhat Hanh, on how cultivating silence creates a joyful, nourishing life.

By Brian Johnson

Healthy Communication Mindfulness/Meditation

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Be Quick — But Don’t Hurry: Achieve Your Goals with Focus, Effort, and Preparation

A former player on Coach John Wooden’s legendary basketball team offers sage advice on what it takes to succeed, on and off the court.

By Brian Johnson

Attitude/Mindset Personal Development

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Make It Stick: How to Learn Effectively

Expand your knowledge and boost your memory with these innovative learning strategies.

By Brian Johnson

Attitude/Mindset Personal Development

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The Willpower Instinct

A celebrated Stanford psychologist, Kelly McGonigal, PhD, shares her cutting-edge strategies for improving self-control.

By Brian Johnson

Attitude/Mindset Emotional Intelligence

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5 Ways to Live More Fearlessly

Wise advice from a master life coach to help you overcome angst and reach your full potential.

By Brian Johnson

Emotional Intelligence Mental Health

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Practice, Not Perfection

Focus on the process, rather than your goals, to create a more satisfying life.

By Brian Johnson

Mindfulness/Meditation Personal Development

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Cultivate Self-Compassion

Kristin Neff’s life-changing strategies can help you be kinder to yourself.

By Brian Johnson

Attitude/Mindset Emotional Intelligence

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The Confidence Game

Insights for building and maintaining indestructible trust in you.

By Brian Johnson

Attitude/Mindset Emotional Intelligence