New Rules Podcast

Relationships are the cornerstone of the human experience. Whether positive or negative, they can alter how we live our lives, view the world, and even view ourselves. If living authentically is vital for our own flourishing, how do we set the standard for authentic relationships in our personal and professional lives? It starts off with being self-aware. Without awareness, we can never be aware and in-tune with the needs of others. In this captivating episode, we will dive into: - Human beings were meant to be in relationships, but we are not taught how to do them well - Most relationships are built off of bad habits - We are ill-equipped to manage conflict in our relationships  If you can’t take care of yourself, you’ll look to others to fulfill your needs Great relationships require humility and proper expectations  How Adrian’s childhood taught him how to ‘survive’ and read rooms well  How our upbringing can alter our level of emotional intelligence  How the modern dating landscape is challenging and in

Unity is not formed for the sake of unity.  When we move forward, we must move with a purpose. To kick off Black History Month, we’re recognizing not only the leaders that came before us - but what it means to move with a mission. First, we examine the complex life of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. - and how he represented the nuance of authentic leadership through internal struggles and external triumph. Specifically, we’ll look into:   The FBI Wiretaps of Dr Martin Luther King Jr. and “King: a Life” (Jonathan Eig)  Managing the tension: the generational impact of Dr. King and the personal struggles he faced with confrontation and infidelity  Why it’s important to know the ‘whole story’ I  have a dream was written at 11:00pm the night before The importance of standing by your convictions We never reach perfection, but find joy in the pursuit of betterment Why it’s important to ‘hold’ personal pain and not project on family/friends Learning to act according to environments you find yourself in How A

Are YOU lonely? In a society built for fast-paced communication, with tools to link people together from all over the world, we still find ourselves feeling alone. In Episode 37, we take the necessary dive into why human beings are a “Loneliness Epidemic.” In order to solve loneliness, we first must give it an effective diagnosis - which we’ll find by examining the topics below: What are the practical symptoms of loneliness? How we are relationally malnourished Why conflict is a necessary thing, not a bad thing How Adrian personally struggles with feeling alone Why leadership is inherently lonely How do we USE the tools we have been given? How to ‘sit in the mud’ with someone Why do we isolate further when we feel lonely? How would Adrian FIX the loneliness epidemic? Feeling alone can manifest itself in countless different ways. It is vital that we understand nuance when approaching the loneliness epidemic.  If you or someone you know is struggling with loneliness, reach out to a friend or

Our work should be art - a reflection of our authentic selves. In the last episode, we examined why our work should be deeper than a 'necessary evil.' But how do we actually push through the challenges required to live out our purpose and calling in this world? In Part 2 of this 2-Part episode, we discuss why people are hesitant to make necessary changes required to authentically develop. We'll examine: Why people are resistant to change Why authenticity is incredibly important  The College Football Playoff decision was a disgrace The 'meritocracy' dog-whistle Our work should be food for the soul, not just medicine How we can overdose on work How Adrian's faith shapes his views on work Are you satisfied? After participating in this discussion with us, we hope you can be one step closer to unlocking your full potential and helping others do the same! May our art inspire, provoke thought, and pave the way for progress. Let’s create a legacy that transcends the ordinary and propels us towards a future defined

Let our work be a masterpiece, a reflection of our passion and commitment.   Embrace the canvas of your life, where your ‘art’ is a manifestation of creativity, purpose, and authentic development .    I've often said that our work should be art - and still be challenging enough to pave the way forward.    In this episode of the New Rules Podcast, we discuss how to make art and let others tell the story.   - How Rick Rubin inspires Adrian to lead a life of creative development - Why your work SHOULD be art - Why having a calling doesn’t remove the ‘grunt’ work - Dismantling “People just don’t want to work anymore”  - The Science of Work - Why placing the organization first is healthy for the individuals within it  - The structure & discipline required to flourish in any environment  - Why you should bring dignity to your work    After participating in this discussion with us, we hope you can be one step closer to unlocking your full potential and helping others do the same!   May our art inspire, provoke t

Will 2024 be a New Year, New You?    Welcome to Episode 34 of the New Rules Podcast, where we delve into the intricacies of authentic development and goal-setting entering 2024.   We  explore the realities involved in creating more realistic goals, tackling challenges along the way, and discovering effective ways to help someone envision their own future.   Get ready, because we’ll tackle: Why “New Year New Me” is not true, and how it can hurt setting realistic expectations.  Examining the impact of generational differences on goal-setting. How do the struggles faced by different generations shape their perspectives on what's achievable? Discussing the unique challenges faced by each generation and how these challenges influence the goals they set for themselves. Providing practical tips and strategies to maintain momentum and navigate the challenges associated with embracing an authentic direction in life. How a scarcity mindset can negatively impact your goal-setting How Adrian personally sets h

In the realm of leadership, there's a profound beauty in understanding the fuel behind your passions and values. It goes beyond mere goal-setting, serving as a pathway to genuine clarity that sparks motivation and transforms dreams into reality.   As leaders, our responsibility extends beyond personal aspirations. It's about zeroing in on the passions and values that drive us, shaping a vision for the future. Setting standards that authentically reflect who we are, and then, with unwavering commitment, guiding our teams along the same path.   Join Adrian and Bri in Episode 33 as they delve deep into the crucial importance of Authentic Leadership. Discover how authenticity becomes the heartbeat that inspires trust, fosters cohesion, and ensures an unwavering commitment to shared goals.   This level of leadership demands transparent communication, a commitment to self-reflection, openness to constructive feedback, and a celebration of every success—no matter how small.   In this Episode, We Discuss: Leadershi

In order to take your emotional health and self-awareness journey seriously, you must be willing to let other things go.   As authentic leadership consultants, Adrian and Bri admit that their way of doing things is uncomfortable for most individuals.    Why? Because most aren’t willing to lean into temporary pain and instead often settle to temporarily alleviate anxiety if it sacrifices genuine progress.   In the preceding episode, we observed an inclination towards avoiding pain, evident both at the individual and societal levels.    As we seek comfort and security, our journeys often veer away from discomfort, challenges, and potential adversities.    The prevailing pattern of evading pain, should it continue unchecked, poses the potential to hinder our authentic progress.   At New Rules, we exist to launch authentic individuals who create credible cultures.    In Episode 32, we dive deeper into what hinders people and organizations from becoming authentically who they are.    We’ll discuss: How to remain

We have witnessed a notable shift towards an aversion to pain at both the individual and societal levels.    In our quest for comfort and security, we often find ourselves navigating paths that steer clear of discomfort, challenges, and potential sources of adversity.    This trend towards pain avoidance, if allowed to persist unchecked, carries the risk of impeding our authentic development as a society.   In Episode 31, hosts Adrian and Bri discuss the the symptoms of pain avoidance, the risks associated, and the nuances between.   Gen Z has learned to live with apps that seem to ‘hack’ life  “How do I get through things with the least amount of pain possible?” We will miss out on things if we avoid hard times Why walking through the process is more important than the destination How ‘efficiency’ is as dangerous as it is helpful Wisdom is ‘applied knowledge’ We are entering a period of a lack of wisdom Why therapy is only the beginning of your emotional health journey Unraveling our coping

How do tough times shape us?  Do challenges in our lives affect us for the better or for the worse? In Episode 30 of the New Rules Podcast, we discuss how pain often molds resilience - a vital trait of authenticity, which we believe brings true human flourishing.  But first, we must begin by clarifying the true essence of resilience and acknowledging the ways in which our culture may have misconstrued its meaning. In this episode, we'll examine the paradoxical and transformative nature of resilience, emphasizing its vital role in our personal growth and development and the beauty of it being in the fabric of our character.  Topics Discussed: Whether we need tough times to develop resilience The influence that Adrian’s mother battling Lupus had on his resilience and personal journey How to put yourself in situations where you can build resilience Why we need internal structures in our lives How the structures or walls we put up can hinder or help us in the long run   Don’t miss this powerful contin

Is resilience a gift or a curse?    We must first define what it truly means to be resilient and identify the ways that culture has misrepresented what it means.    Resilience, a term that is often used in the context of facing life's adversities and challenges, prompts a deep examination regarding its nature and impact on individuals.     In Episode 29 of the New Rules Podcast, we take a practical look into how being resilient can be the most challenging, yet rewarding component of our lives.   We’ll examine: How coming back to your authentic form is the true definition of resilience Why our culture is prone to lack resilience  The importance of knowing your values Choosing a life surrounding what’s important to you The importance of checking your motives throughout daily life Why you must face reality in order to grow from experiences   More of a visual person?  You can WATCH today’s episode on our Youtube Channel: youtube.com/cadriancrawford   And don't miss out on our latest updates and cont

Just as an ordinary 'signature' serves as a distinctive mark of an individual's name on an item, situation, or event, our lives also leave unique "emotional signatures” on the ones around us   Emotional imprints are intricately intertwined with our internal character and personal experiences, shaping our responses and reactions to the world around us.    These emotional signatures are the sum of our joys, sorrows, triumphs, and tribulations, creating a mosaic of emotional patterns that define our individuality. They guide our interactions, decisions, and perceptions, ultimately leaving an indelible mark on the tapestry of our lives.   In Episode 28 of The New Rules Podcast, we dive into not only what makes us unique, but how we leave our mark on those around us.    We’ll examine:   How Adrian’s wife, Wendy, provided relentless consistency in his life How not being satisfied with life can help you make exponential progress How ‘emotional signatures’ impact others - not just yourself Why it’s your respo

The audio for this episode contains conversations related to sensitive mental and emotional health issues, including suicide. ---- “Triggered” is quite the buzzword these days, but have you ever taken a moment to reflect on the things that set you off? We all have our blind spots, and, in some way, we’ve all experienced the fallout of what our emotional IEDs (Internal Explosive Devices) can do to ourselves and our relationships. If you are not aware of where you are emotionally, you will live disconnected. Uncovering your triggers is the first step towards managing your emotional responses.  In this episode, we discuss practical ways to begin this challenging (but rewarding) journey and unpack the real-life consequences for those who resist the process. In this episode we’ll examine: Why leaders must be proactive, not reactive dealing with emotional health Why there could be a rise in suicide if we are not careful in dealing with our emotional pasts How our childhood may cause our decisions to be ha

In the midst of war, an IED (Improvised Explosive Device) is strategically placed to cause physical harm toward an enemy. In the same way, our traumatic experiences can plant “Emotional I.E.D’s” into our lives, without us ever being aware of their existence. From childhood all the way through adult life, there is constant stress on us as individuals. On top of ordinary pain, we are destined to experience some form of extraordinary hardship that forces us to confront reality. These painful experiences plant Emotional I.E.D’s to ‘protect us’ - and now we must do the hard work of unearthing these dangerous explosives before they explode onto us and our relationships. In Today’s Episode, We’ll examine: • How Adrian is learning to overcome his childhood fears • Why it is so easy to fall into ‘fear-centered’ parenting • How emotional I.E.D’s explode on our lives if they go unchecked   Join Us for Episode 26 of the New Rules Podcast, as we discuss the importance of emotional awareness on your journey to becoming an

Do you know where you come from? Where are you at? Where are you going?   These three questions may seem simple, but they are perhaps the most vital questions you can ask yourself on the journey to discovering your authentic self.    Emotional intelligence is the engine of a well-oiled enterprise, the heartbeat of a healthy individual and the compass to an authentic leader.   So, why is authentic leadership so rare in today’s world?   In Episode 25, Adrian and Bri examine how our culture has programmed us to not properly process our stories to know where we come from to be able to clearly see where we are and where we want to go.    We’ll examine: How our upbringing shapes us as adults How we disconnect from our pain in order to survive Why pain and suffering is our greatest catalyst for growth Why codependent and narcissistic leaders are actually more similar than you’d think Leaning on emotional intelligence, even when it is unpopular   Join us as we discuss practical application for emotional i

We’ve all been given the promise of hope - for a better life, an answer to our grievances, and an ease on our societal pressures. In the last episode, we explored how these promises were often empty - a disguise for another agenda which ended up hindering our progress. Now, in Episode 24, Bri and Adrian continue to explore practical solutions for hopelessness, and further diagnose the specific hurdles we often experience while yearning for an authentic lifestyle.   - We’ll examine: The common perception of authenticity and the proper definition  What happens when our world doesn’t ‘keep its promises?’ How to manage tension during our biggest moments of pain The difference between leadership and ‘management’ - particularly during a crisis   Join Us for Episode 24 of the New Rules Podcast, as we further breakdown the concept of “Hope I Can Believe In” - and the price of empty promises.    Bitty & Beau's Coffee: https://www.bittyandbeauscoffee.com/location/jacksonville/   Don't miss out on our late

Hope is not just a buzzword, it’s a vital principle necessary for human flourishing.  Without it, societies could not progress, individuals could not persevere, and purpose would be an afterthought.  So, what happens when we embrace hopelessness as an ideology as a means to cope with the world around us? In Episode 23 of the New Rules Podcast, Adrian and Bri examine “Hope I Can Believe In” and the cost of underdelivering on a promise to create monumental change.   We’ll examine: Humans natural tendency to drift towards a utopian mindset  False promises of “change” and hope The crisis of radical individualism and the nuances within it  How expectations don’t often line up with cultural reality  How living authentically can help us operate through and within the crisis of hopelessness   Join us as we take a deep dive into the promise of hope, the crisis of hopelessness, and the nuances in between.    Rebuilders: The Rise of a New Individualism https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJ8vwpRdH_c&t=3142s

In Episode 22 of the New Rules Podcast, Adrian & Bri break from the ordinary rhythm of the podcast with another "freestyle" episode!   In this episode, we'll examine questions / topics such as:  - Is it others responsibility to adjust to your personal "triggers?" - Why are more people in the older generation experiencing mental health issues than ever before?  - Why is there such a gap between the younger generation and the older generation?  - What are reasonable expectations about work/life balance and proper compensation? Join Adrian and Bri as they conversate accross an array of topics relating to leadership, personal growth, and beyond. - Don't miss out on our latest updates and engaging content!   Connect with us on all our social media platforms to stay connected and find additional resources to continue to become an authentic leader. Instagram: @writenewrules Threads: @writenewrules TikTok: @writenewrules Youtube: /cadriancrawford    

Information is coming at us from all sides. Consuming information these days can be compared to trying to drink water from a fire hydrant.    Access points into our lives are everywhere. To what extent do these “access points” affect how we conduct ourselves on a daily basis? Do we ever slow down to evaluate our intake? Asking ourselves why we choose to consume the content we do, and evaluate what value it brings?   We mindlessly scroll through social media, but how many apps a day? We listen to our favorite podcasts, but how many are there? With the digital revolution and microwave-culture calling the shots– our ability to regulate these points of entry is getting harder by the minute.   In Episode 21 of the New Rules Podcast, we examine this concept of access points through relationships, work, media, and beyond.    We’ll examine: We have so many access points, we can’t ‘keep the doors shut’ The growing misconception of ‘lack of resilience’ within Gen Z and how they might not be as “coddled” as what is

Many times, we assume that we must be a corporate leader, owner, or in a position of power in order to claim ‘ownership’ over our meaningful work.   However, this couldn’t be further from the truth.    In fact, if you adopt an ownership mentality- as an employee, a parent, or even a friend, it can transform your life in a positive way.   In Episode 20 of the New Rules Podcast, we examine this principle of ownership inside and out of the workplace.    We’ll examine:   Why should you declare ownership if you don’t have a stake in a workplace?   Would you rather have an ownership-minded individual or a skilled individual as an employee for your organization?    Adopting ownership in your home and avoiding an egotistical way of thinking    How an ownership-driven mindset is an unparalleled key to success in work, life, and beyond Join Adrian and Bri as they challenge us to examine your own life and if you are taking enough ownership in the places and spaces that you inhabit!   Equal Shot Academy