Summary

“In order to deserve the best, you have to do and be your best. And if I am not getting better, I’m getting worse.”

With a belief that happiness is a choice in this episode Brannon Beliso shares his story and what he’s learnt that has helped him prove this. Filled with inspiring stories, thought and practical takeaways there is a great deal of wisdom that can assist us all to Live Love and Grow. These are the lessons of a reluctant tiger. Enjoy!

Guest Bio

Brannon Beliso is dedicated to helping people live their best lives. His passion is to help people and businesses reach their full potential through defining their values, developing their culture, building their brand, creating leadership by example and fulfilling their purpose.

Brannon’s purpose is to “Always being a student and never a master.” He devotes his life to being a better martial artist, mentor, teacher, speaker, writer, motivator and innovator of personal development, life skills education and martial arts-based programs.

Brannon humbly presents workshops and seminars with the mindset that we can all always do and better. He is committed to being a student for life and being the best father, husband and servant to the community possible.

Topics of discussion 

• The purpose of leaning – continual progression & practice.
• The black belt-white belt approach.
• Find your Why to discover a deeper purpose.
• The journey of belonging is hard but it’s the true journey.
• Choice and discipline, practices that’ll assist.
• The story of the sucker fish.

Quick round questions

Do you have any routines and rituals that you believe contribute to your success?

What did you do well? What could you do better?

What advice would you give your 20-year-old self?

Be mindful. Be more loving with myself and others. And be patient.

How would you define success? What does success look like to you? 

Find more ways to spend time with my family. I want to buy more time.

What is one tool, skill, resource, or technique that has helped improve your effectiveness and/or productivity? 

Gratitude.

What advice would you give someone that needing/wanting to make a change in their life?

To realise that change is the key to your success.

If I would serve you your last meal what would you request?

To be with the people I love the most.

What activity gives you the greatest sense of joy? 

Taking my son to the trading card store. Playing cards with my daughter.

If you could pick one book to pass down to your children or future generations what book would it be? 

Peace Is Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life by Thich Nhat Hanh

The Miracle of Mindfulness: An Introduction to the Practice of Meditation by Thich Nhat Hanh

Live Learn Grow: Lessons of a Reluctant Tiger by Brannon Beliso

What quote, phrase or message would you text or tweet to everyone in the world?

“In order to deserve the best, you have to do and be your best. And if I am not getting better, I’m getting worse.”

Do we all have a Hidden Why, a purpose?

Yes, every one of us does. Don’t fight it.

What does living with passion and purpose mean?

Live your best life.

What do you believe is the underlying motivation behind everything you do? 

Love.

How to connect with Brannon

Connect with Brannon at his personal website here. 

Check out Brannon’s Ted Talk below.

Further Reading and Resources 

TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading

Psychology Today: Psychology Today is devoted exclusively to everybody’s favourite subject – Ourselves

Life Hack: Tips for Life

Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y

Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.

The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.

Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain

Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate

The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.

American Psychological Association: The largest scientific and professional organization of psychologists in the United State

The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.

Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.

Brain Pickings: An inventory of cross-disciplinary interestingness, spanning art, science, design, history, philosophy, and more.

Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.

Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.

Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.” 

Addicted 2 Success: Motivation & Inspiration Website full of quotes and inspiring articles for entrepreneurs.

Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.

The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.