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Best Hour of Their Day | PodcastBTK 015. Why Mental Resilience Is Just as Important as Physical Strength | Bill AnthesIn this episode of Behind the Knowledge, Bill Anthes, founder of Between the Ears, discusses why mental resilience is just as essential as physical strength. Bill shares insights from his work helping people unlock their potential through mental and emotional fitness, emphasizing how building mental toughness can transform both athletic performance and everyday life. This conversation is a must-watch for coaches, athletes, and anyone looking to strengthen their mindset.
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2024-11-1146 min
Between the EarsChallenge to Grow. 50k Debrief + Vector ProjectK and Bill sit down to chat about their 50k experience 36 hours earlier. They share why they signed up, what was challenging, and why events like these are so valuable for growth. They also discuss how the VECTOR PROJECT is a great opportunity for people who want to access the same kind of growth experience through an endurance event. To learn more about the VECTOR PROJECT visit https://btwntheears.com/the-vector-project/
2024-09-1029 min
Between the EarsA DØSE of Novelty to Expand Your Mind + BodyK and Bill chat about the DØSE and what goes into creating novel and powerful experiences using challenging workouts as the mechanism to expand the mind. This chat explores some of what led them to not just create the DØSE, but BTE as a whole, including their experience as long time CrossFit Affiliate owners, and how a beautiful and powerful 3 part, 5 word mantra is maybe the ultimate benefit people experience by engaging in DØSE and BTE as a whole.To sign up for DØSE, click here.To see upcoming ETHOS...
2023-11-0156 minBetween the EarsCoaching and Training from a place of CuriosityK and Bill return to the podcast with a casual and conversational approach to sharing with you the stuff they find themselves talking about, thinking about, being challenged by, and exploring.This chat is not about teaching anyone anything, but sharing personal experiences about coaching and training from a place of curiosity.
2023-10-2449 min
Between the Ears4x4x48 Challenge DebriefK and I sit down to process and reflect on our 4x4x48 Challenge experiences. We ran 4 miles every 4 hours for 48 hours on behalf of VETS (Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions) at the Warrior Angels Foundation fundraiser to raise money for psychedelic-assisted therapy. This event was so powerful in many ways: physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually, socially. While we know we can't fully articulate just how transformational it was, we hope this episode gives a glimpse into what it was that everyone contributed to, supported, and helped make happen.We raised over $11k which is enough for 3 h...
2022-03-121h 02Between the EarsPsychedelic Retreat DebriefA few weeks ago I was blessed to attend a psychedelic healing retreat through VETS. Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions is a non-profit started by Amber and Marcus Capone that helps Veterans heal from TBI and trauma through psychedelic medicine. In this episode, K and I discuss "how we got here" and linked up with VETS, what the process was/is like, my personal experience and how it was the hardest thing I have ever done, how integration and returning to "normal life" is going, and a fundraiser we are participating in March 4-6 to help raise money fo...
2022-02-081h 27Between the EarsMalcolm Salovaara: Not Your Normal FarmerHow well do you know your farmer?In our case, he has become a friend and part of our family's life. We know his story, we trust him and his farm, and we are inspired by his pursuits and purpose.Malcolm Salovaara's story is as rare as it is inspiring.After pursuing and obtaining an Ivy League education, Malcolm decided to choose a different path than the traditional ones his peers headed off to. He chose to pursue a passion that would require hard work, a steep learning curve, and becoming an entrepreneur s...
2021-06-231h 25Between the EarsKevin Saum: Redefining ToughnessHow do you define toughness? What characters, images, and stories come to mind when you think of displays of toughness? As athletes, we grow up thinking toughness is never letting anything get in our way of winning. It is playing injured. It is showing up early, outworking everyone, and leaving last. It is doing anything and everything necessary to be as best prepared come game day...and then some. The toughest are feared by their opponents, respected by their teammates, legends to their coaches, and adored by the fans.At 17, Kevin Saum was the...
2021-06-141h 23Between the EarsOmar Jabri: How Psychological Flexibility Improves Your LifeOmar Jabri has been a central contributor to BTE over the past few years, despite his geographical distance. His willingness to "do the work" of raising awareness to drive action not only helps him, but he has directly helped others by honestly and openly sharing his experiences. Omar also was the first person to introduce me to the concept of psychological flexibility and how it is one of the 'whats' that BTE does. We dive into what psychological flexibility is and how developing a practice that facilitates it can, and in Omar's case HAS, directly improved relationships, b...
2021-05-191h 15Between the EarsVince Ruiz: Going Into the Darkness and Returning With LightDo not listen to this episode while doing something else. It is heavy. It is raw. It is authentic. It is strong. It is all things Vince Ruiz embodies.After going into the darkness and nearly losing his life to the perils of addiction, Vince returned to life with a light that he now helps others shine in their own lives as a mental health professional serving in community based and private practice.This episode is not for the feint of heart, which is exactly why we are appreciative of Vince sharing who he is w...
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Your Health ClassInner Strength to Change Your Health and Our Generation - With Bill AnthesSquatting, soccer, and a marathon on crutches! What do all these have in common? Obviously they are all physical activities. Beyond that though, is the inner strength! Today, Bill Anthes, special forces veteran and owner of BTWN the Ears Podcast and Gym, on to discuss how crucial inner strength is in order to change not only your own health, but the problems we have in our culture!Bill Anthes – Host and Owner of BTWN the EarsInstagram: @billanthesWebsite: btwntheears.comPodcast: BTE Podcast
2021-04-291h 08Between the EarsSolee Natal: "They Have No Idea of the Transformation Happening on the Inside"Solee Natal is an amazing human who has graced those the BTE community with her courage to face the unknown, tenacity to challenge herself, and willingness to be vulnerable and honest with others - something that doesn't come easy to an introvert.Solee is one of the hardest working and inspiring people I've known and anyone who has shared the BTE space with Solee knows exactly what I'm talking about.Whether it in the Practice, Immersion, Vector Project, BTE Fitness. If Solee is involved, which she almost always is, the value and benefit of the g...
2021-04-281h 16Between the EarsSeeking Accepting Through Hardship: Debriefing K's BTE12 EventK and I sit down to debrief the morning after her BTE12 event - 12 hours of rucking, running, and carrying a sandbag. There's simplicity in these pursuits that allow for clarity of purpose, questions, and ultimately ownership of why we do hard things. If you've ever questioned yourself, I think you'll hear some nuggets of wisdom you can apply to your own journey. Most importantly, I'm proud of her :) Support the show
2021-04-071h 20Between the EarsTim Chan: Living Your WhoTim Chan has been one of the most involved members of the Between the Ears virtual experience. Tim is a long time friend, former co-worker and a BTE enthusiast who has truly done the work to live his Who when it's been the hardest and mattered the most. This is a powerful, raw, vulnerable and beautiful conversation about Tim's journey through loss and discovery. He shares how he uses the tools he’s learned in the BTE Practice 1 and 2, how different movement expressions like Pole fitness help him to find joy and gratitude even in the darkest of...
2021-03-311h 24Between the EarsToby Guillette: Orient Your Life Towards The RighteousToby Guillette gifts us with his calm while intense, strong while gentle, steady while curious presence that is full of wisdom earned by over a decade of climbing experience, endurance efforts, and an ongoing project that left both Karianne and I super inspired and grateful to share this space with Toby.We chat about his recent experience completing the 4x4x48 endurance event that had him running 4 miles every 4 hours for 48 hours. What's more impressive than his completion was his intention for doing this event.You'll want to listen to this episode in it's entirety a...
2021-03-241h 12Between the EarsOne Year LaterIt's been about a year of everyone's first time dealing with the challenges we've faced this past year. While we may be seeing light at the end of the tunnel physically, we must acknowledge the mental and emotional toll the past year has had and continues to have on us. Here's how we are processing this and an exercise that can help you help yourself.Support the show
2021-03-1734 minBetween the EarsThe Vulnerable ReloadWe all know self-care is important, so why is it so hard to actually do? What does it mean to be present and how can we practice this so that we can express it when we need it most? These are just a couple questions K and I address as we discuss her recent experience with an aggressive anxiety attack and how she worked through it.Support the show
2021-03-0238 minBetween the EarsVictimhood and Emotional FitnessK and I chat about working through some her challenges with being a victim. Nobody wants to be the victim, but victimhood is common. It is also one of the most misunderstood and inaccurately conceptualized archetypes in the personal development space. Sadly, the victim is chastised as the 'cause' for turmoil and misery, when in reality is is often a symptom of something much deeper going on. How we can see it's true utility as necessary in a very human way is the point of this podcast and to a greater extent, BTE.Support the show
2021-02-181h 03Between the Ears[Re}Engaging with Feeling and IntentK and I are reengaging with the initial intent of this podcast to have open, vulnerable, honest, real conversations about things we personally are experiencing in the hopes it provides value to others who gift us their time of listening.We talk about how feeling as a skill shows up in our lives and the challenges we face in when we don't feel.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2021-02-101h 04Between the EarsIs It Working?An open and honest discussion about whether the overwhelming amount of information, including this podcast, is actually being applied, working, and doing anything.Support the show
2021-01-2759 minBetween the EarsGoals for 2021K and I share some of our goals for 2021, why they matter, how 2020 went, and how you can get actioning your this year.Win From Within is a goal accomplishment virtual workshop that will educate and empower you to take action in pursuit of your goals. I just help you turn the lights on, get clear, and establish a plan to engage in. You can purchase this training for just $25 here: https://btwntheears.mykajabi.com/winfromwithinSupport the show
2021-01-0647 minBetween the EarsBob HarperBob Harper joins as our very first guest to talk about his experience in the fitness and entertainment industry, nutrition, and connecting to clients in order to serve them and get results.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2020-12-231h 28Between the EarsThe Athlete's Mind Part 2: And Then What?Following up on last week's episode, we discuss the sobering question: "And then what?"The depression that comes after an intense pursuit is something that plagues many athletes and one that I have battled from athletics to leaving the military. This is a deeper dive and very personal chat about the curse of the athlete's mind.Support the show
2020-12-1656 minBetween the EarsThe Athlete's Mind part 1: The CurseAthletes are revered in our culture. As a society, we look to athletes as models for commitment, hard work, and success. But there is a darker side of truly being an athlete that I have personally struggled with my whole life. This episode introduces an archetype I have been working on for a few years: The Athlete's Mind.The Athletes Mind is the all-consuming obsession one has with competing, performance, and being better.There is a duality with The Athlete's Mind that we must discuss and this episode is the beginning of a deeper dive...
2020-12-0942 minBetween the EarsBeginning A New Life"To new beginnings" is a bit of an eye-roll toast, but there's an interesting discussion to have when approaching this with curiosity. I have now been out of the military longer than I was in, and in this episode share some thoughts and experiences with beginning a new life. K and I discuss how each of us has begun anew, what it means, some challenges with expectations, and lessons learned.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2020-11-2450 minBetween the EarsPulling No Punches. A Rant on Mental HealthK and I don't pull any punches on this rant about mental health, taking action and growing in this no bullshit episode. This might rub some the wrong way and it might be exactly what some need to hear. Wherever you fall on this continuum, we encourage you to apply what we talk about to your own pursuits with honesty and intention.Support the show
2020-11-1845 minBetween the EarsPrioritizing Good StuffThere is an abundance of 'good stuff' out there to do to improve your physical, mental, emotional, and more fitness pursuits. There are so many 'best practices' that it is often overwhelming for folks to prioritize and action ANY of them, let alone ALL of them. The result of this is usually not good...In this episode we share some thoughts about how to prioritize the good stuff and not just have it be checking the box, adding more stress/less return, and some approaches we find helpful for ourselves and our clients.Support the show...
2020-11-1137 minBetween the EarsThe AnswerHow do you answer the questions you ask yourself? When do you 'know' what the answer is? K and I discuss the 2 categories of answers that accompany big questions. To be clear: this episode will not tell you the what the answer is, but hopefully helps you when you ask yourself the most important questions along your Path.Support the show
2020-10-2832 minBetween the EarsAgency & ChoiceK and I discuss what these mean, why they are important, and how you can build agency to make better choices. BTE Fitness presents daily opportunities to build agency and strengthen the power of choice. The gym is our laboratory and proving ground for personal development, but make no mistake about it - the intent is to improve life outside the gym. Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2020-10-2137 minBetween the EarsThe PathThe Path is the pursuit of getting to know who you are. This doesn't happen overnight or through a 'one and done' activity, rather a continued engagement in living your life with presence, awareness, and connection. We discuss The Path, why it may be challenging to remain on it, and how we can travel along it to continue to get to know and express who we are.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2020-10-1440 minBetween the EarsFearFear is a powerful driver in our lives and we can use it to drive positive action IF we understand it. Raising our awareness and understanding of fear requires having a better conversation about it, it's origin, source, and influence in how we engage with life. The intent of this episode is to start this more purposeful conversation.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2020-09-0357 minBetween the EarsAnnouncing The VECTOR PROJECTFired up to announce The VECTOR PROJECT, a 10-week program that focuses on your mindset, goals, and purpose, culminating in an in-person or remote event.K and I discuss why we are doing this, the value of training for something specific, and some of the real value in the pursuit.If interested, email bill@btwntheears.com.Vector: Having direction and magnitude, especially as determining the position of 1 point in space relative to another.Support the show
2020-08-1941 minBetween the EarsFitness UpgradedK and I explore and explain what we mean by saying BTE Fitness provides individuals upgraded fitness.Support the show
2020-08-061h 10Between the Ears"How to Overcome Adversity Like a Green Beret"I put this in quotes to make fun of myself and this kind of headline. For whatever reason, people look to the military, especially those who have served in a special operations unit, as subject matter experts on mindset, mental toughness, resiliency, perseverance, etc. The question is often phrased as "How do I overcome and navigate through adversity in my life like you did in whatever I think was 'hard' when you were in yours?". I'm calling out all the fancy, good sounding, politically correct, cleanly packaged and sellable recipes, formulas, rules, and checklists that make for a...
2020-07-2338 minBetween the EarsThe Big 3 Stress Influencers: Novelty. Uncertainty. Uncontrollability.If you've been alive in the past 4 months, you've been subject to the Big 3 Stress influencers and need to listen to this episode. We dive into how these influences have universally influenced everyone, their impact on our systems, how their influence has presented common responses across diverse clients, and what you can do about them.Support the show
2020-07-0952 min
Wake Up Call (The Reboot)44. Bill Anthes: The Mind Behind “Between The Ears”Christina’s guest today is Bill Anthes, Green Beret and founder of Between The Ears, a performance coaching organization that endeavors to build better humans. Bill Anthes does not hang his hat on his military experience. He actually prefers not to emphasize it, but it is a part of who he is and his life experience. Don't be misled though. Bill's military experience did not make him the person he is today. Bill is naturally a higher thinker and this path was one he started long ago.
In this episode, we talk about…
Bill's military experience (what it did for him and wh...
2020-07-032h 16Between the EarsThe Background StoryWhy was BTE created? How did it get started? What did it look like then? What does it look like now? How does it work? Hopefully this episode provides you some cool background info and insight into the evolution of BTE, which is an on-going process.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2020-07-021h 06Between the EarsGiving Change a ChanceK and I discuss the recent changes to CrossFit ownership and how the past 3 weeks have influenced us personally and what we have observed and learned. While this is still an on-going process, we believe in the title of this podcast to be true in so many areas in life.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2020-06-2456 minBetween the EarsWhat To Say?What do you say when you don't know what to say? K and I share some perspectives about current events and where BTE fits into it all. We hope this can provide value to be applied in the unique way that is your life.Support the show
2020-06-1148 minBetween the EarsCelebrateK and I discuss how this simple action can have a powerful influence on your life and those around you. Authentic celebration of something within and valuable in your life is an amazing display of inner strength, especially among challenging times. This isn't just finding the silver lining or pretending 'all is good'. It might surprise you how challenging it is to truly celebrate something, but hopefully this episode can help influence you to express this power.Support the show
2020-05-2854 minBetween the EarsIntroducing BTE FitnessAnnouncing a project that has been in the works for quite some time (years): BTE Fitness. BTE Fitness will be both a brick and mortar gym and an online gym for people to improve their physical, mental, and emotional fitness on a consistent basis.This episode goes into the concept, the intention, and the execution.Support the show
2020-05-2158 minBetween the EarsCheck-InK and I do a check-in with how the past couple months has impacted us, what has challenged us, what we have learned, etc. Other topics include a little rant on wants vs. needs, freedom, and stress. Support the show
2020-05-1454 minBetween the EarsFitness DisordersK and I discuss some challenges in the fitness space that can lead to 'fitness disorders'. Fitness is obviously something that improves and saves lives. But there is a darker side to it.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2020-05-071h 07Between the EarsRoutinesPeople love routines. We hear of the power and value of routines. Yet, many of us struggle with routines, haven't found one that works/lasts, or flat out just don't enjoy. I have been one of these people.K and I discuss our experience with routines (we're on different ends of the spectrum here) and some deeper points about them beyond just 'do these things no matter what'.We answer user submitted questions about challenges and issues with routines in a way that invites you to explore and engage in a purposeful set of actions...
2020-04-3052 minBetween the EarsYour BestHow do you know if you are doing your best? What if there was nothing to compare your effort or outcome to? We explore these questions and more in this episode. Hopefully it empowers you to explore how you can give your best.Support the show
2020-04-2352 minBetween the EarsNavigating Feeling Overwhelmed Through CoachingWhat started as a discussion about feeling overwhelmed, standards, and effort turned into a live personal coaching session. Karianne opened up and danced with the coaching questions I asked her and didn't deflect or make it about hypotheticals, something easy to do when put on the spot in a live recording. This is one you won't want to miss.Support the show
2020-04-1655 minBetween the EarsInsecurityK and I discuss openly and honestly some of our insecurities and how we are confronting them, learning from them, and handling them. It's all a work in process and we appreciate your time in joining us on the ride.Support the show
2020-04-0956 minBetween the EarsA Call to ActionThere comes a point when what needs to be said can only be done one way: directly. This is one of those times. Everyone, myself and Karianne included, can stand to benefit from hearing what needs to be said without pulling punches. What was said in this episode has been said 10x over internally between us over the past few weeks (and longer), so trust me when I say we are all in this together.This podcast is a call to action to be aggressive with working on yourself, serving, leading, and thriving amidst the environment we...
2020-04-021h 02Between the EarsHow We Are Engaging Amidst COVID-19K and I discuss making some tough decisions as we navigate the uncharted landscape that is COVID-19. Topics include closing the gym before it was mandated, transitioning our entire business online and creating a model that didn't otherwise exist, discounting BTE to help provide more people with opportunities to work on themselves during this chaos and why it's important to now more than ever, guidance for staying physically and mentally strong, and how grateful we are for the outpouring of support by those who believe in us. Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2020-03-1854 minBetween the EarsNutrition. It's More Than What You Eat.There is so much noise with nutrition it can be deafening. Keto, Vegan, Plant Based, Carnivore, etc. Within the fitness industry nutrition is largely geared towards aesthetics. A lot of what is being prescribed has some significant pitfalls that can lead to disordered thinking and fail to address the most important element: YOU.K and I chat about nutrition, what's 'out there', lessons learned, how BTE and nutrition are 100% interwoven, and have a holistic discussion about the whole person, not just a myopic prescription.There is so much to cover with nutrition and while this...
2020-03-121h 25Between the EarsDear AlcoholThis is the honest story behind my 'Dear Alcohol' Instagram post from Feb 14, on my 1 year of sobriety. I am fortunate to have a supportive wife that facilitated this conversation, as she guided me to open up about some things and share, things that I've never shared before, that are not easy to, but are very much part of this story.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2020-03-0556 minBetween the EarsHow Do You Feel? Interoception and BTE, Part 1Care to jump down a rabbit hole? K and I discuss some of the essential elements that make Between the Ears, Between the Ears. A huge part of BTE, literally, is Interoception. In this episode we examine a huge component of how we as human beings experience life and how influential it is to our pursuits. This is a deep topic, with massive significance, that extends way beyond a single episode, so this is just the beginning.Our outlet to express who we are and be of service to others is fitness and coaching. It's ou...
2020-02-271h 06Between the EarsThe Cynic. The Cheerleader. The Coach.This is a concept I have used extensively with success both personally and professionally in assessing how myself and others interact with dynamic environments. The intent behind naming these three characters is to provide objectivity (as best we can) and not self-judge areas of improvement we identify. There's a major difference between saying "I am playing the role of the Cynic" vs "I am cynical." K and I dig into this concept, each character, how they interplay, and hopefully share how this can be a very powerful way to raise awareness AND generate positive action within a d...
2020-02-2054 minBetween the EarsAgencyAgency is your ability to choose from within. K and I discuss how agency can be empowering to optimize your fitness experience, as well as life. We get alot of folks ask us about programming and our approach, so we try to address how it's not just what is programmed but why you doing what you are doing, how you show up, what your approach is to your exercise/training, what you want, etc. This is definitely a topic we can spend a very long time on will likely address in the future. Today we just scratch the surface...
2020-02-1359 minBetween the EarsEssence Over FormEssence Over Form is a mindset you can apply to increase awareness, agency, and connection with how you engage with life. It has been a powerful paradigm shift personally and professionally with clients who want to live a fully engaged life. We discuss what it means and how it presents across different areas of life, as well as personal experience in application.Support the show
2020-01-3056 minBetween the EarsQ&A EpisodeK and I answer listener submitted questions. Topics include personal/professional goals, nutrition, mindset/awareness, training, and more. Thank you for listening and sending.If you have a question you'd like us to chat about, you can always email them to me at bill@btwntheears.comSupport the show
2020-01-231h 02Between the EarsWhat's Your Story?K and I discuss the power of story in life. We all have a story and sometimes might lose sight of our role within our own story. Stopping to give thought to your own character development, other characters in your story, the setting, etc., can be a really enlightening exercise. As a way to raise awareness, consider what story are you writing and playing out through your actions. Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
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DO Lectures Podcast057: Bill Anthes | How To Handle Success With Humility And Failure With GraceBill Anthes is a Green Beret and founder of “Between the Ears”, providing professional coaching and training programs that involve you unlike any other program available.BTE strengthens your mind, improves your awareness, and empowers you to take purposeful action in your life. The name Between the Ears draws its inspiration from a quote stated by CrossFit founder Greg Glassman when he said: “the greatest adaption to CrossFit takes places between your ears”.—Recorded live at the global event in Cardigan, west Wales in 2019.Watch Bill's full talk here: www.thedolectures.com/talks/bill-anthes-how-to-handle-success-with-humility-and-failure-with-grace
2020-01-0418 minBetween the EarsDisciplineK and I explore our thoughts about discipline, how it is commonly perceived, some pitfalls for celebrating self-imprisonment, personal experiences with being considered 'highly disciplined' people, and how we see it in the health and fitness industry. Our goal is to provide you a thought provoking and empowering approach about a misunderstood topic.Support the show
2019-12-1259 minBetween the EarsWhy You Should Question 'Should'How often are you saying you should do something, but aren't? What's that all about? I believe we can inspect our language to uncover what's really going on and examining 'should' is a great place to start.Shame + Could = Should. K and I dissect this commonly used assertion to look beneath the surface at what's really going on so we can raise our awareness of what we are communicating to both ourselves and others.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2019-11-2155 minBetween the EarsProjectionK and I discuss a powerful concept we have been working with and through, personally and with others: Projection. We all do it and that probably isn't going to change anytime soon. But if we can raise our awareness of how we project in our lives, we can take action to see what is really there, not projected. Support the show
2019-11-0751 minBetween the EarsCoaching Is Life ChangingK and I discuss coaching, how we approach it, different kinds of coaching, trainers vs. coaches, lessons learned, etc. We could probably do the next 10 podcasts just on coaching, but for your sake we won't. This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the business of changing lives. Support the show
2019-10-311h 04Between the EarsShared Growing ExperiencesK and I discuss our experience taking the StrongFit seminar and coaches week, some key takeaways we found valuable, and why I am fired up to evolve BTE and the BTE Seminar.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2019-10-241h 08Between the EarsThe Struggle is Real. Now What?This week I posted a very honest and open Instagram post about my struggles with leaving the military and how they still exist today. In this episode, K and I talk about some of them, how they relate to my pursuit of growing BTE, my desire to serve myself, my family, and others, and more. I don't know how it will be received, but I promise it is honest even though an hour long chat about this is hardly enough to cover the full breadth and depth of the topic. Support the show
2019-10-101h 07Between the EarsGrowthK and I discuss growth, how we can adjust our perspective towards growing, some pitfalls and challenges we might face when we care about growth and some personal struggles we face in our own growth journey.Support the show
2019-10-031h 11Between the EarsApplication vs. Acquisition: Balancing Learning With DoingI recently posted a construct I developed a couple years ago and folks seemed to really like it, so figured it would be cool to do a podcast episode talking about it. In this episode, we discuss the 3 types of archetypes: The Hoarder, The Old Guard, and The Student that help raise people's awareness with how they approach learning with doing. We dive into some personal experiences with each and also how coaching enters the picture for you if you are good with identifying the archetype, but want help becoming another.You can find the written version...
2019-09-261h 13Between the EarsCrossFit: Past. Present. Future.K and I discuss some lessons learned after 11 years of CrossFit affiliate ownership, training thousands of athletes and coaches, as well as our own experiences to shape where we are going. Our passion and purpose in life is to provide opportunities to make people better in their lives through fitness and mindset coaching. Our gym is an outlet for this and I think this conversation does a good job of capturing the years worth of conversations we've had, experimentation, and core values we want to express.Support the show
2019-09-191h 04Between the EarsHalf Iron(Wo)man DebriefK and I discuss her 2019 Lake Placid Half Ironman experience this past weekend. This is an incredibly open and honest conversation where we discuss some serious challenges leading up to and during the event, the coaching discussions, practical application of mindset, and alot more. I believe this is one of the most valuable episodes recorded.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2019-09-121h 14Between the EarsConfidence vs. Belief. Why they're different and matter.K and I discuss a topic we touched on last week and have been digging into in our own lives over the past month or so. What is the difference between confidence and belief? We get into it and give some personal examples of our experiences with both, how her Ironman training has brought this to the surface, and some thoughts about how to build belief and confidence.Support the show
2019-09-0542 minBetween the EarsThe Value of Falling Down and How We Get Back UpK and I are back at it and we open up about why we skipped last week. We share some of the things we failed to do over the past few months that we know are helpful and our take on the value of "falling off the wagon." Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2019-08-2947 minBetween the EarsA Quick Message About This WeekThere's no episode this week. I feel compelled to hop on and let you know that, versus hide behind some 20 min bit I'm not into. Frankly, I'd be doing it for me, not you, and that's not something I'm willing to do this week. Thanks for understanding. Chat with you next week.Support the show
2019-08-1503 minBetween the EarsCrossFit Games Debrief with KK is back from the CrossFit Games. We sit down and discuss her job, what makes it unique and challenging, how she has improved as a result of the work she's been doing, and observations about the CrossFit Games. Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2019-08-081h 11Between the EarsSupportSupport is something we can all benefit from taking a deeper look at. I think there are nuances and pitfalls that come about when we aren't 'clear' on supporting, which takes the form of enabling, being a fixer, or just being selfish - the worst of all and the opposite of support.Are you truly supporting by being your authentic self or are you supporting for yourself? What are some things that make true support challenging?How do you know how you can support?These are but a few of the q...
2019-08-0130 minBetween the EarsWhat Does Making Better Humans Mean?It's only appropriate to have the first guest be none other than my wife. We have shared in so much over the past 10 years that we want to share with others too. In this episode, we talk about what we mean when we say 'improving humans' through our pursuits of BTE and Motown. That might sound like 'we know', so it's important to clear up that we don't know what improvement looks like for the individual, but are very good at guiding the process of self-discovery.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2019-07-251h 05Between the EarsWhat Would It Take To Believe?I think widespread cynicism and general distrust has broken our system of believing. I think we've become so good, like scarily good, at knowing what we don't believe or refuse to believe, that it's rotting our ability to believe in ourselves. This is a rabbit hole of a topic, so if you want to jump in, do so with curiosity and an open mind, you might not believe how valuable that can be. Support the show
2019-07-1831 minBetween the EarsHome From The Do LecturesA bit of the lead-up to my Do Lectures talk and coming home.Support the show
2019-07-1116 minBetween the EarsWhat is The BTE Practice?To understand "what" the BTE Practice is, I first want to explain "why" I created it. I think this medium provides certain advantages written communication just cannot accurately relay. I stand by the feedback and believe the BTE Practice is life-changing work, if you put the work in for yourself. The new and improved BTE Practice will begin on September 1.If you have questions, please send them to bill@btwntheears.com.Hope to see you and work with you.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2019-07-0437 minBetween the EarsInto the WeedsIt's amazing, and scary, what grows that requires zero effort. How easily the nasty stuff can get out of hand without doing anything. If you want 'that' stuff to grow, a great tactic is to do exactly nothing.On the other hand, beautiful flowers require much more effort, intention, attention, and patience. There are no guarantees either. Just because you 'did all the right things' doesn't protect it from predators, weather, etc. So is the beauty of life.This episode goes into the weeds about what is growing around us to apply inward o...
2019-06-2727 minBetween the EarsDo You Want to Get Better or Is It Just Words?I'm in the world of personal development, both by my own participation and providing guidance to others. I often hear people say they want to get better at something, improve something, make a change, etc., but honestly, the stats are not good for those who actually do on their own.In this episode, I examine the fascination with the 'hack', offer a litmus test to self-assess and dive into the thought of improving in a curious and challenging way. You might not like hearing some of my thoughts, but that's ok, as sometimes we need to hear...
2019-06-2041 minBetween the EarsMusings on Lessons Learned and FailureI recently gave a lecture and learned a tremendous amount as a result of it not going all that great. I'm fired up to get to work and use this opportunity as a way to improve, not just in presenting but in general. Some things I'll edit, change, and jettison. Some things I'll double down on and make even clearer. The thing I know for a fact is that my performance was not a failure. This is because I don't believe failure is a past action, rather future inaction. And I can guarantee I will be taking action....
2019-06-1333 minBetween the EarsA Reminder of My Past, Creativity, Present and FutureI found an old 550 cord bracelet I made years ago and put it on to replace the nakedness of my wrist in absence of my (broken) watch. I didn't expect it to speak to me the way it has, which I finally heard as a result of an inaccurate interpretation at a rest stop. Support the show
2019-06-0621 minBetween the EarsWhat's This Fitness For?My whole life, fitness and the pursuit of improving it have been 'for' something, specifically soccer and the military. Now that I'm out of the military and my cleats have long been hung up, I have found myself asking 'what's it all for?'What is it that keeps pushing my physical and mental tolerances? I understand all the benefits of health, longevity, etc., but frankly, that's not cutting it for me.In this episode, I look back at my 'uses' for fitness to find a common theme that has been there the whole time...
2019-05-3034 minBetween the Ears[ Train to ] Trust Your Gut"You have to trust your guy." "What does your gut say?" If you've ever had a conversation with anyone and shared a dilemma you're facing, there's a good chance one of these two phrases was thrown your way. There is something understood about the value of your instinct and intuition, your gut.But how do we learn to trust it? I think we first have to look at how trust is established and how we can train trust.Full disclosure: This is a BIG topic I would love to have a way more r...
2019-05-2320 minBetween the EarsHow : Why. Why I Don't Think 'Why' Is The Be All End AllI love purpose. I think it's up there with breathing in order to live a fully engaged life. There is a huge emphasis on knowing and finding your 'Why'. Yes. This is a great exercise and the likes of Nietzsche and Simon Sinek have great work on the Why.'Why', in its popularization, has come to stand on top of the podium as the ultimate question to answer. I don't agree in this hierarchy and think primarily focussing on 'Why' can underserve and mislead. I think there is more room up there for an equally important question...
2019-05-1622 minBetween the EarsYou'll Never Walk AloneThis song has been with me through life's challenges and I want to share it with you.When you walk through a stormHold your head up highAnd don't be afraid of the darkAt the end of a stormThere's a golden skyAnd the sweet silver song of a larkWalk on through the windWalk on through the rainThough your dreams be tossed and blownWalk on, walk onWith hope in your heartAnd you'll never walk...
2019-05-0919 minBetween the EarsLens vs Filter: How to See Things in a Different LightThis is a concept that has had significant positive influence on my own mindset development. It's a rather simple concept that doesn't require advanced knowledge of optics, rather a basic but important understanding on the difference. The immediate actionability of this concept has been beneficial time and time again. I'm excited to share this and hope I articulated well enough for you adopt and implement in your life.Support the show
2019-05-0227 minBetween the EarsDo Lectures RecapIt is impossible to truly recap K and my trip to Wales for the Do Lectures Breakthrough workshop. So, I'm not going to try. Instead, I give a little insight as to what the Do Lectures company is, why we went, how we went, and a couple cool things from the trip. I don't listen to these after I record or do any editing, but know I left so much unsaid. I'm good with that though because I think it honors the experience, which can really only be felt in person.Support the show
2019-04-2531 minBetween the EarsGuaranteesWhat are guarantees really supposed to do? Provide comfort and reassurance? I get it if we're talking about a seat belt, but I see guarantees being either demanded or promised in places they have no business being in. I was fired up making a cup of coffee and talking to myself about them, so here's my take.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2019-04-1821 minBetween the EarsWhat is Mindset?Mindset is a word I often hear, but rarely do I hear the conversation go deeper than what's at the surface. I think we can do better than just point and attribute 'mindset' with something that usually 'looks' like success, in the catch-all type way. I offer my definition of mindset as a foundation upon which we can have a conversation and examine what mindset development looks like.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2019-04-1131 minBetween the EarsListen to What's There"Listen to what I'm saying, not for the holes in what I'm saying. I know there are holes." An incredible man, strong leader, dear friend, and mentor of mine told me this while we were in a far away land. It had profound impact on me given the individual and the situation. I still hear his words and it continues to impact and shape the way I try to listen, both to others and myself.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2019-04-0422 minBetween the EarsBoundariesThe concept of boundaries is something I've never really fully appreciated and understood through action, let alone been 'good at' implementing. I've often viewed them as something they are not and myself as someone I do not want to be within their limits. I'm working to reframe and reshape how I view boundaries, both their purpose and utilization for myself and others around me, so they can facilitate forward progress. Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2019-03-2841 minBetween the EarsFollow ThroughFollow through is how we continue momentum as a result of a positive experience. It is our way of taking things with us to use in our every day. It can also be very fleeting. In moments of extreme clarity and inspiration, follow through is hardly questioned. Then reality sets in. We slip back into old ways, habits and routines and are left wondering where that desire to make progress went.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2019-03-2121 minBetween the EarsSeeking StrengthI'm beginning to open up about my struggle transitioning from the military, why I somewhat spontaneously drove to Florida, and what I connected with and learned from the sun the past few days. This wasn't the time or way I thought I would start this conversation, but it's appropriate and as good a time as any.I struggled recording this episode and know the conversation is far from over, but it's a start and it's a commitment to showing up.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2019-03-1416 minBetween the EarsLead With LoveLeading with Love is the greatest form of inner strength and self leadership. What does taking the higher road look like? I believe it looks like leading with love through action. Otherwise it's just more words and noise.Support the show
2019-03-0727 minBetween the EarsWhat Am I Looking For?I have struggles, beyond just recording this episode. When I consider my contribution to my perspective it helps me find what I am looking for. All too often what is being 'found' is external without awareness of looking for it. This one might be messy, but that's life and that's my experience I want to share with you and honor the intent of this podcast.Support the show
2019-02-2825 minBetween the EarsJump Into the UnknownThe Unknown is a huge part of BTE events because it is truly an amazing thing. It is often viewed as darkness and a place where doubt, fear, and insecurities fester. These things block out the light and can keep us from truly knowing ourselves in ways we couldn't see if not for the Unknown. Jump into the Unknown and get to know yourself in a way that cannot be known otherwise.Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2019-02-2141 minBetween the EarsMental Toughness Is a Myth"Mental Toughness" is a term I hardly ever use, on purpose. I think it is misunderstood and spun out of control, commoditized and pumped out to the masses in a misleading way. Frankly, I have tried to avoid association with it because what I believe it is and what I see it being promoted as are often at odds with each other. I've been in the 'mental toughness' space for a while, keeping my eyes and ears open and my mouth shut, sometimes painfully. I will no longer remain quiet about mental toughness. Here are my thoughts and opinions...
2019-02-1358 minBetween the EarsWho am I?It's a big question. I think most of my life I have been in search of this answer. I take a stab at answering this question here in an honest and unrehearsed way. I will admit it wasn't easy to do. I also know it won't be the last time I ask myself "Who am I?"Support the show
2019-02-0645 minBetween the EarsWhat am I doing?Here we go. I'm not sure what I'm doing, which is another way of saying I'm learning. I'm opening up, I'm going within myself, and I'm inviting you along for the journey. Support the show (https://www.btwntheears.com/)
2019-01-2918 min
The Active Life Podcast083 - Bill Anthes: Should you really be yourself? Advice from a Retired Army Green Beret and EntrepreneurLearn how the mindset Bill Anthes developed while serving the United States as a Green Beret has helped him develop as a coach and a leader in his fitness community. In this episode we discuss various interesting topics like: Should everyone be a leader? How do you know if you should be a leader? What is the difference between culture and community? Which is more important? How do you empower your staff to run your gym in your vision? What is BTWN The Ears (Bill’s Immersive Mi...
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