JRE MMA Show #167 with Cory Sandhagen

Joseph Campbell

I got super into Joseph Campbell around that time when I was kind of doing the whole figuring myself out part after losing.

There's a really good book called Taming Your Gremlins if anyone wants to look into that idea more.

Isn't that wild, man? There's stuff that works that people have been doing for thousands of years, but people dismiss it as being voodoo.

Guest: Cory Sandhagen

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Joseph Campbell

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“I got super into Joseph Campbell around that time when I was kind of doing the whole figuring myself out part after losing.”

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

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For: Individuals interested in personal development and storytelling

Key quote: “I got super into Joseph Campbell around that time when I was kind of doing the whole figuring myself out part after losing.”

The host mentions Joseph Campbell's work to highlight the universal patterns found in storytelling across cultures. They believe that understanding these narratives can provide valuable insights into personal growth and the human experience.

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Best for Individuals seeking personal growth and self-awarenessOften cited around self-discovery and ego

“There's a really good book called Taming Your Gremlins if anyone wants to look into that idea more. That guy does a really good job of doing that.”

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: self-discovery and ego

For: Individuals seeking personal growth and self-awareness

Key quote: “There's a really good book called Taming Your Gremlins if anyone wants to look into that idea more.”

The host mentions 'Taming Your Gremlins' as a resource for understanding and managing the various egos within oneself. This book provides valuable insights that align with the host's personal journey of self-exploration and overcoming internal struggles.

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Best for Individuals interested in alternative medicine and historical remediesOften cited around ancient medicine remedies

“The remedy was found in Ball's leech book, an old English manuscript containing instructions on how to treat and treat various treatments held in the British Library.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: ancient medicine remedies

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Key quote: “Isn't that wild, man? There's stuff that works that people have been doing for thousands of years, but people dismiss it as being voodoo.”

The host mentioned 'Ball's leech book' to highlight the historical significance of ancient remedies that have been effective for centuries. They emphasize that despite modern skepticism, some traditional treatments, like those found in this manuscript, have proven to work against conditions like MRSA.

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The Power of Now

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Best for Individuals interested in mindfulnessOften cited around mindfulness and presence

“The speaker refers to 'Power Now' which is likely a shorthand for 'The Power of Now' by Eckhart Tolle, a book about mindfulness and presence.”

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Trigger: mindfulness and presence

For: Individuals interested in mindfulness

Key quote: “'Power Now' which is likely a shorthand for 'The Power of Now' by Eckhart Tolle, a book about mindfulness and presence.”

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Best for Individuals interested in spirituality and personal growthOften cited around spirituality and self-discovery

“The speaker mentions reading 'Power Now' along with a lot of Buddhist stuff and spirituality books, indicating its influence on their understanding of self and ego.”

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Key quote: “I spent a lot of time in nature, read a lot of books like Power Now, a lot of Buddhist stuff, a lot of Thich Nhat Hanh stuff, a lot of just spirituality books.”

The host mentions 'Power Now' as part of a broader exploration of spirituality and self-awareness following a personal loss in their fighting career. This book, along with others, helped the host reflect on their thoughts and identity in the aftermath of that experience.

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Thich Nhat Hanh

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Key quote: “I read a lot of books like Power Now, a lot of Buddhist stuff, a lot of Thich Nhat Hanh stuff.”

The host mentioned Thich Nhat Hanh while discussing his exploration of spirituality and personal beliefs after facing a significant loss in his career. He referenced reading various Buddhist texts, including Hanh's work, as part of his journey to understand himself and his thoughts.

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The Hero with a Thousand Faces

The Joe Rogan Experience · 2:16:57

I got super into Joseph Campbell around that time when I was kind of doing the whole figuring myself out part after losing.

Taming Your Gremlins

The Joe Rogan Experience · 2:18:55

There's a really good book called Taming Your Gremlins if anyone wants to look into that idea more.

Ball's leech book

The Joe Rogan Experience · 51:43

Isn't that wild, man? There's stuff that works that people have been doing for thousands of years, but people dismiss it as being voodoo.

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