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The Elite Performance PodcastWhy Setting Boundaries is a Waste of Time and What to do Instead | Elite Performance Podcast #36This is a classic episode from The Elite Foundations archives. Itamar and Dr. Emil go into a deep dive into the subject of boundaries. Setting boundaries has been a very real struggle that Itamar consistently sees in his clients. Listen in for Itamar’s unexpected take on why most people fail to set and maintain their boundaries.We cover: Why setting boundaries is a waste of time and what to do instead The #1 thing that you need to have before boundary settingHow to stop people pleasing 2023-09-2636 minThe Elite Performance PodcastTherapy vs. Coaching and Rory’s Transformation | Elite Performance Podcast #33In this episode, Rory, a graduate of The Arena Mindset Accelerator joins Itamar and Emil.Rory talks about the transformation he had and how he came to terms with the fact that he didn’t need to become more, but just realized that he already is more than he gives himself credit for.As a trained therapist himself, the co-founder of Counselling Tutor, and an award-winning educator Rory also shared a unique perspective on therapy vs coaching.2023-08-1537 minThe Elite Performance PodcastClarity for Entrepreneurs | Elite Performance Podcast #22Are you going about creating clarity from the outside in or from the inside out?In today’s episode Itamar and Dr. Emil breakdown the most common mistake that stops entrepreneurs from getting clarity on what they truly want.They cover:How to avoid mimetic desireInternal feelings vs. External accomplishments and goalThe powerful “announcement” questionTo get the complimentary micro course mentioned at the end of the episode:https://itamarmarani.com/efcourse/2023-03-2132 minThe Elite Performance PodcastThe One Person You Should Crave Approval From | Elite Performance Podcast #18Who’s the one person you should crave respect from?What does failure mean about you?Is discomfort a valid sign or a part of the journey?In today’s episode Itamar and Dr. Emil summarize the main lessons from the Arena Mindset Accelerator cohort that wrapped up in Q4 of 2022.They share the 4 main points that the Alumni emphasized helped them make a massive shift. P.S. If you want to join the next cohort of the Arena Mindset Accel...2023-01-2533 minThe Elite Performance PodcastItamar’s Insecurity and How He Overcame It | Elite Performance Podcast #17Why do we not do the simple things that we know will lead us to success?In today’s episode Itamar shares a recent experience of his. How he recognized an insecurity was pulling him to act in ways that didn’t serve him or his business.Itamar and Dr. Emil cover:1) How to spot the root issue of why we sometimes overcomplicate things2) "Why a man who knows his insecurities is a powerful one."2023-01-1128 minThe Elite Performance PodcastNew Year, Same You? | Elite Performance Podcast #16Will your new year's resolution actually make it easier for you to succeed or will it make it more difficult?Will it create a smoother environment that will result in “an upward spiral” or will it end up creating more friction to an already maxed out system?In today’s episode Itamar and Dr. Emil cover what to do to actually create a new you in 2023. How to avoid failure as your new year's motivation inevitably fades.For list of prompts mentioned in the episod...2022-12-3037 minThe Elite Performance PodcastTough Conversations and Standing Up To Rude People (Part 2) | Elite Performance Podcast #15A follow up to the previous podcast. Itamar and Dr. Emil go more in depth on 2 main issues:1) The Recruiting Method that is a prerequisite to having tough yet productive conversations.2) The difference between you being rude or standing up to someone else who isn’t being considerate.Subscribe: https://bit.ly/3vzkXYxConnect with Itamar:- Sign up for "3 Quick Ideas Tuesday" (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas- Get the co...2022-12-2627 minThe Elite Performance PodcastAvoiding Holiday Friction and Mindset Regressions | Elite Performance Podcast #14Have you ever noticed how people start acting like kids when they visit their family? Even the best of us can revert back to old thought patterns, behaviors and even identities. In this holiday-relevant episode Itamar and Dr. Emil discuss this important topic. How to enjoy your family holiday without having a mindset regression. They cover the two main things to be aware of:1) How to deal with challenging family dynamics.2) How to avoid identity hangovers when you go back to regular life. Hap...2022-12-1432 minThe Elite Performance PodcastTough Conversations & How to Assert Boundaries | Elite Performance Podcast #13Often the difference between having an argument instead of a tough yet productive conversation comes down to two things. Clarity and permission.It’s about you first getting clear on what you actually want in life and then giving yourself permission to speak up instead of holding things in, letting them pent up and priming yourself for a blowout.In today’s podcast Itamar and Dr. Emil dive deep with tools and insights around these subjects and wrap it up by sharing a 6 step framework on how to have a to...2022-11-2847 minThe Elite Performance PodcastWhy Most Mindset Programs are Nonsense | Elite Performance Podcast #12“Mindset is fluffy. It doesn’t really work.. Mindset programs have left me feeling pumped for a bit but then it fades and then it’s back to square one…”In this episode Itamar and Dr. Emil cover what the difference is between good and bad mindset programs, and how to spot and avoid the bad ones.Listen in to understand why mindset is often deemed as “fluffy, feel-good and woo-woo” and why going a mile wide and an inch deep does not get true results.Subscribe...2022-11-1534 minThe Elite Performance PodcastAttacking the Core Issue | Elite Performance Podcast #11Are the limits of your language putting a ceiling on your success?In this episode Itamar and Dr. Emil explain how to avoid wasting time on solving the wrong mindset problems. Listen in to understand the one key thing entrepreneurs need to expand to increase their effectiveness and why labels like “imposter syndrome” are sometimes just unhelpful labels that don't get results. Also covered in this episode is the paradox of personal improvement vs. business development and how to leverage one for the other.2022-10-3134 minThe Elite Performance PodcastAchieving The “Unreasonable” | Elite Performance Podcast #10Is what you want to achieve truly "unreasonable" or is it only unrealistic for someone who’s weighed down by fear, self doubt and insecurities?In this nothing held back style episode Itamar and Dr. Emil cover 2 main things:1. The biggest reason why some entrepreneurs achieve BIG things and why other’s settle for what they deem possible.2. The nothing held back 6 part system to become the kind of person who keeps achieving “unreasonable” results.Subscribe:https://bit.ly/3vzkXYx2022-10-1746 minThe Elite Performance PodcastHow to Overcome Insecurity to Gain Clarity - 200k Profits Months and Finally Feeling Happy After 50 Years | Elite Performance Podcast #5In this episode Itamar and Dr. Emil discuss the case study of Ian who came from a place of unconscious insecurities to clarity, fulfillment, and 200k profit months. This episode covers the #1 mistake people make when going about to find clarity and what to do instead and what results that can create.(03:29) "I suspect that a lot of people spend most, if not all of their lives, battling insecurities"(14:40) How an emotion of anger can hold you back(19:00) "Why do I feel I need...2022-08-0830 min
Elite FoundationsWhat's Next - The Emotional Fortitude PodcastThank you for listening to the Elite Foundations Podcast. Emil and I hope it’s served you on your way to having an elite life and business!What’s next is a bit different. Emil is taking a break from podcasting and Itamar has just launched The Emotional Fortitude Podcast.It’s a new podcast about his expertise: Forging an Effective Mindset and creating the Emotional Fortitude and confidence to make it all happen.So if you’re interested in following along for better case stu...2022-07-0902 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep25 - Finale Q&AIt’s the final episode and Itamar and Emil ask each other clarifying questions from the series.They discuss the difference between therapy and the Arena, optimizing for energy rather than just fat-loss and aesthetics, and how to take action and make a difference to your life to level up.This finale episode of series 1 reviews goals, values, effectiveness, intentionality, the energy paradox and nutrition.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.com...2022-03-1642 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep24 - Lessons from Season 1We’re almost ready to wrap up season one with Itamar and Emil discussing their main lessons learned from this process and how they’ve implemented changes in real life.Emil shares how he has learnt to identify his true self, how to operate and how to define boundaries.Itamar discusses his learnings on nutrition and both discuss Emil’s time in the Arena, the Mindset Accelerator.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.com2022-03-1226 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep23 - BoundariesThis one is a bit different, there isn’t a case study but a deep dive into the subject of boundaries. Itamar has seen boundaries be a problem with a lot of clients and success usually comes from redefining them, including Emil.They discuss comfort, limits, wasting energy with setting boundaries, self-reflection, acceptance, clarity and more.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.comFollow Dr. Emil on Instagram and Facebook: @dremilofficialwww.doctoremil.com2022-02-2335 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep22 - Therapy vs. Coaching and Rory’s TransformationIn this episode, Rory, a graduate of The Arena Mindset Accelerator joins Itamar and Emil. Rory talks about the transformation he had and how he came to terms with the fact that he didn’t need to become more, but just realized that he already is more than he gives himself credit for. As a trained therapist himself, the co-founder of Counselling tutor, and an award-winning educator Rory also shared a unique perspective on therapy vs coaching.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.com2022-02-1635 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep21 - Dr. Emil’s TransformationDr. Emil steps into the interviewee's seat in this episode. He talks about his transformation after going through Itamar’s program and what led to him getting his first tattoo. Emil shares what caused him to relinquish his old values, what caused him to initially resist signing up for the program, and the main takeaway he thinks all entrepreneurs should think about.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.comFollow Dr. Emil on Instagram and Facebook: @dremilofficialwww.doctoremil.co...2022-02-0937 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep20 - Optimising For EnjoymentIn a more conceptual episode, Emil covers optimising for enjoyment. Once you’ve established a foundation and started making progress, Emil recommends optimising for enjoyment to make your new habits sustainable and work long term rather than making an extreme, short-term change that fades away over time.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.comFollow Dr. Emil on Instagram and Facebook: @dremilofficialwww.doctoremil.com2022-02-0237 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep19 - Success Killers Part 2 - AdaptabilityIn the second episode of the Success Killers series, Itamar talks about the one other client he felt he failed. He shares a case study of a smart entrepreneur who wasn’t willing to let go of his successful past and honestly accept his current position in life. He talks about the concept of adaptability and why we struggle with it. Emil and Itamar explain the short emotional safety zone, why some people decide to stay there and how people can avoid it.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmarani...2022-01-2624 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep18 - Muscle Gain, Fat LossEmil talks about the holy grail of gaining muscle whilst losing fat. He covers a range of misconceptions, “hacks”, social media hype, various approaches, overtraining and bulking.Emil discusses how he worked with his client, Chris, to achieve great and sustainable results by separating the two contradictory processes out, focusing one at a time, and building the right habits.Links:Chris’ transformation: https://health-evolved.com/client-wins/Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.com2022-01-1934 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep17 - Success Killers Part 1 - VictimhoodIn this 2 part series, Itamar shares a case study of one of his coaching failures. He talks about one of his first clients who insisted on being a victim. Beyond stating the obvious that victimhood will get us nowhere, Emil and Itamar introduce the concept of “micro victimhood.” They explain where they find this happening to them and also share a framework to help the listeners understand where they might have “micro victimhood” flare-ups and avoid them. Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.com...2022-01-1223 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep16 - PerfectionismEmil talks about why perfection is the enemy and why it can get in the way of a health transformation. He discusses his client, Alex's, experience of changing his health trajectory with a few tweaks that didn't require optimising or being perfect.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.comFollow Dr. Emil on Instagram and Facebook: @dremilofficialwww.doctoremil.com2022-01-0541 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep15 - The Humility to EliminateSam was already extremely successful on an external level. He built an 8 figure company and had achieved a lot despite having certain vices.In this episode, Itamar shares what Sam needed to get to the next level in his life. He dives into how sometimes what allows people to get rid of destructive habits, character traits or even remove negative people in their life, is oddly enough, embracing a sense of humility.To get the “Embrace Humility” cheat sheet go to - https://itamarmarani.com/humility2021-12-2935 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep14 - Two Processes Of Fat LossEmil takes us through the two processes within fat loss and tells us the story of his client, Paul.Fat loss is often the main goal people want to achieve at the start of their journey, but this is often just the surface level. As Emil digs into it, the evolution of it is a health and lifestyle transformation. What really lies beneath is behaviour change. Challenging those behaviours, changing habits, and shifting identityFollow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmarani2021-12-2243 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep13 - Conquering Fear - Addition By Subtraction Part 2In this workshop-style episode, Itamar exposes the “Lighten the Load” process on how to resolve mental blocks, insecurities, doubts, fear and false beliefs. Have a notepad ready as he walks you through impactful exercises to: 1) Create clarity on the subconscious mental blocks that influence your behavior. 2) A framework to resolve them 3) A tool to conquer your mind and not let your subconscious dictate your actions... and success.To get the FREE 5 Step Micro Course to Conquer Fear go to - https://itamarmarani.com/fearFo...2021-12-1541 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep12 - Addition by Subtraction Part 1In this episode, Itamar shares how Nathan, a former client, grew his business from 10k to 70k MRR in a few short months just by removing something. How sometimes what creates the most impact isn’t adding anything, it’s resolving the things that hold us back… Itamar also introduces the “Hierarchy of Elite Performance” and a simple framework to assess whether you currently need more or less in order to achieve elite performance.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmarani. www.itamarmarani.comFollow Dr. Emil on In...2021-12-0825 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep12 - Addition by SubtractionItamar talks us through a case study of his client, Nathan, and the idea of our principles.Nathan wanted to achieve a certain level for his business and all the advice he was getting based on doing more to get more. Itamar focuses on the idea of getting more from doing fewer things - in short, addition by subtraction. Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.comFollow Dr. Emil on Instagram and Facebook: @dremilofficialwww.doctoremil.com2021-12-0825 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep11 - Sustainable Behavioural ChangeEmil takes us through a case study of his client, Costi, who start his transformation by himself. But he started in a less optimal way, he came to that realisation halfway through the process. He owned it and decided to come to Emil to improve and finish his journey sustainably and in a structured way.Emil talks about how to become healthy in a sustainable way by building habits and behaviour, moving along the behaviour change curve to get to an identity shift that allows you to sustain it long term.2021-12-0134 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep10 - “I’m Better Than That”In this special episode Scott Phillips, one of Itamar’s clients, joins the conversation to describe his transformation.Financially Scott went from $5-10k months to $1,000,000 recurring monthly revenue in a year and a half, but the ups and downs he’s had in life and the story of how he bounced back is what’s truly interesting. Scott openly shares his struggles with letting go of the people that were holding him back in life and how one phrase shook him out of a decade-long slump of mediocrity.2021-11-2442 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep 9 - Identity LagItamar talks about two clients, Alex and Hernan, that while extremely successful, didn't believe it.They suffered from the “Identity Lag” issue that causes entrepreneurs who have had a transformation to lack the clarity and confidence that they’ve rightfully earned.How emotions cause them to see themselves as who they used to be instead of who they are today.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.comFollow Dr. Em...2021-11-1727 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep 9 - ProcrastinationItamar talks about two clients, Alex and Hernan, that are very successful but lacked some confidence that lead to them procrastinating.He descibes his process of overcoming this by solving identity lag, breaking procrastination down into confidence in self and clarity of goals, reflecting upon our selves, being objective and much more.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.comFollow Dr. Emil on Instagram and Facebook: @dremilofficialwww.doctoremil.com2021-11-1727 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep8 - Biohacking DaveEmil talks us through the story of Dave, a client searching for the best ways to optimise. Optimisation is not something Emil thinks everyone should drive straight into, he teaches methods that require a strong foundation and dedication to the basics. Biohacks can often distract us from hitting the basics and lead to false optimisation.Dave is one of the few people that Emil thinks can optimise to get those final few percent to get the best performance, you can find out why.2021-11-1030 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep8 - BiohackingEmil talks us through the story of Dave, a client searching for the best ways to optimise. Optimisation is not something Emil thinks everyone should drive straight into, he teaches methods that require a strong foundation and dedication to the basics. Biohacks can often distract from us hitting the basics and lead to false optimisation.Dave is one of the few people that Emil thinks can optimise to get those final few percent to get the best performance, you can find out why.Follow Itamar on Twitter a...2021-11-1030 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep7 - Elite Recovery for Better Performance“If you’re never fully off, you’re never fully on”Emil and Itamar talk about recovery, rest and why it’s such a difficult thing for entrepreneurs. They dig into their experiences, dealing with burnout, identifying high ROI recovery activities, and cover the popular approaches that don’t actually make an impact.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.comFollow Dr. Emil on Instagram and Facebook: @dremilofficialwww.doctoremil.com2021-11-0344 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep7 - RestWe talk about rest. It’s an easy concept but really difficult to actually execute effectively. Emil and Itamar dig into their experiences, dealing with burnout, identifying helpful rest activities, and what is the rest placebos that don’t actually help rest. Ultimately, if you don’t rest at 100% you can’t work at 100%.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.comFollow Dr. Emil on Instagram and Facebook: @dremilofficialwww.doctoremil.com2021-11-0344 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep6 - Your Values Are IrrelevantAre your values actually relevant or are they feel-good fluff? In this episode, Itamar breaks down why for 99% of people the values they currently hold are irrelevant and won’t get them to where they want to go in life and tries to convince a hesitant Emil of that.He also breaks down a top-down process on how to decide on values that would better serve you and help you achieve what you want in life.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmarani...2021-10-2730 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep5 - Learning to Play BigToday, Itamar talks about Ben. A very capable individual who had a great reputation with everyone, but himself. He talks about the issues that arise when people’s skillet surpasses their mindset. Itamar covers how to conquer negative emotions and gain the confidence needed to stop playing down to the level of our emotional insecurities. To stop playing down to a level we feel safe and comfortable and how to start going for it and play big instead.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Fac...2021-10-2032 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep5 - Another Flavour of Imposter SyndromeImposter syndrome is very common. It can affect all people from existing leaders of large companies to successful one-person consultancies. Today, Itamar talks about Ben, someone in the latter group.Itamar covers how people’s skillsets and ability can surpass their mindset. Their emotions, lack of confidence and humanity causes them to play smaller than they are actually capable of.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.comFollow Dr. Emil on Instagram and Facebook: @dremilofficialwww.doctoremil.com2021-10-2032 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep4 - Behaviour ChangeEmil talks about his client, Jack, a successful entrepreneur, who has a product business that he built up to run pretty much on autopilot. He had a lot more time on his hands and he analysed his priorities and realised that health was something he wanted to work on.That’s when we reached out to Emil. They started working together and it became clear very quickly that Jack didn’t want to do the activities to achieve the outcomes he wanted.Emil talks us through the whole story and...2021-10-1132 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep3 - Overcoming ObstaclesIn this episode, Emil takes us through one of his case studies.Daniel’s had an incredible transformation and is still going. There are lots of stories that Emil could have crammed into this episode, but Itamar helps keep him on track to discuss how Daniel overcome obstacles and the importance of how you perceive themFollow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.comFollow Dr. Emil on Instagram and Facebook: @dremilofficialwww.doctoremil.com2021-10-1138 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep2 - Overcoming Imposter SyndromeItamar shares a case study of a client, David, who struggled with imposter syndrome, how he overcame it and the actions he took on his way towards an 8 figure exit.Itamar explains David’s issues and struggles with putting himself out there and going for it, the strategies he used to defeat his fears and insecurities, and how you can implement these strategies to fast track your success and conquer imposter syndrome.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.co...2021-10-1137 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep2 - Imposter SyndromeItamar has a case study of a client, David, who struggled with imposter syndrome. Conferences and social situations triggered a feeling in the pit of David’s stomach. He knew that he should put himself out there to grow professionally, but part of his brain thought that he was a fraud.Itamar explains David’s issues and struggles, the approach they took together to overcome them, and the lessons to take away.Follow Itamar on Twitter and Facebook: @itamarmaraniwww.itamarmarani.comFollow Dr...2021-10-1137 minElite FoundationsS1 Ep1 - Elite FoundationsIn this first episode, we talk about how to win at life and what it actually means to each of us. We also each give you the top 3 lessons life has taught us and how you can apply them.Itamar's lessons: Your past (failures) are there to teach you, not define you. Money isn’t everything, but not having it can be. Combining resilience with a sound internal relationship is rare, but is what builds an elite mental foundation.Emil’s lessons: Extremes aren't the answer.Without health you can...2021-09-2830 min