Modern WisdomMar 19, 2018

#008 - Michael Cazayoux - From Childhood Addiction To Becoming The Fittest On Earth

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Guest: Michael Cazayoux

Notable books mentioned: Scar Tissue by Anthony Kiedis, Deep Work by Cal Newport, Modern Wisdom Reading List

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Guest: Michael Cazayoux

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Michael Cazayoux is the CEO of BruteStrengthTraining.com, 2-Times CrossFit Games Team Champion and coach behind some of the best athletes on the planet. This definitely ranks as one of the most powerful episodes so far and Michael's story is so extreme it almost sounds like fiction. From taking his first drink of alcohol at 9 years old, to drug dependency in his teens, through rehab, to relapse, to sobriety, and then to winning the CrossFit Games twice, and now having created one of the most well regarded coaching companies in the world. He is a living example of what can be done with the willpower to face and overcome our demons. Expect to find out the real costs of addiction, how living with virtue and telling the truth can literally save your life, and what it takes to go from an addict to a champion. Also find out why he's having to take showers in his friends' house at the moment! Check out everything I recommend from books to products and help support the podcast at no extra cost to you by shopping through this link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://www.chriswillx.com/contact

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Scar Tissue

Anthony Kiedis

Best for Individuals struggling with addiction or those interested in recovery narratives.Often cited around rehab and recovery

“The speaker mentions having re-read 'Scar Tissue' by Anthony Kiedis, which discusses his experiences in rehab and life struggles.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: rehab and recovery

For: Individuals struggling with addiction or those interested in recovery narratives.

Key quote: “I thought I had just re read, uh, read the book, Scar tissue by Anthony Kiedis.”

The host mentions 'Scar Tissue' by Anthony Kiedis to illustrate the author's experiences with rehab and addiction, which resonate with his own journey. The book serves as a reference point for understanding the complexities of recovery and the challenges faced during treatment.

ASIN: 1401307450

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Deep Work

Cal Newport

Best for Individuals seeking to improve focus and productivityOften cited around social media impact

“The speaker mentions reading 'Deep Work' by Cal Newport, which discusses the difference between shallow work and meaningful, cognitively demanding work.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: social media impact

For: Individuals seeking to improve focus and productivity

Key quote: “I realized that I don't really use it for much positive.”

The host mentioned 'Deep Work' to highlight the contrast between shallow work and meaningful, cognitively demanding tasks. They reflected on their own struggles with social media distractions while trying to engage in deep work.

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Modern Wisdom Reading List

Best for avid readers and book enthusiastsOften cited around reading suggestions

“A list of 100 books that you should read before you die, featuring interesting, life-changing, and impactful books with descriptions and purchase links.”

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: reading suggestions

For: avid readers and book enthusiasts

Key quote: “If you are looking for new reading suggestions, look no further than the Modern Wisdom Reading List.”

The host mentions the 'Modern Wisdom Reading List' as a valuable resource for anyone seeking impactful literature. He emphasizes that it contains 100 life-changing books along with descriptions and purchasing links, making it an essential guide for readers.

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