Building Better Humans Project

Building Humans Project: Mayhem Monday Reflections In this candid episode of Building Humans Project, hosts Mili and Glenn dive into life lessons from sports, parenting challenges, and personal growth. They explore how NRL star Reece Walsh's approach to work-life balance offers valuable insights for everyone struggling to separate professional pressures from personal life. The conversation takes listeners through the hosts' experiences watching the Broncos' remarkable comeback victory, drawing parallels between sporting resilience and life's challenges. Their authentic discussion about parenting reveals the delicate balance between giving children everything they want versus teaching them valuable life lessons about disappointment and gratitude. The episode thoughtfully addresses listener questions about coming out to parents, processing grief, and navigating complicated family relationships. Mili and Glenn share their own experiences with parental relationships, offering vulnerable insights about forgiveness

Embracing Failure as Part of Success Are you avoiding failure? In this thought-provoking episode of the Building Better Humans Project podcast, host Glenn, challenges our conventional understanding of failure. Rather than seeing failure as the opposite of success, Glenn reframes it as an essential component of the journey toward achievement. Every person you admire has likely failed more times than most people have even attempted something new. The difference? They didn't let failure define them—they transformed it into feedback, fuel, and stepping stones toward their goals. This episode dives into how failure is simply data—information telling you that something about your approach needs adjustment. Just as we don't criticize babies for falling when learning to walk, we shouldn't expect perfection from ourselves on first attempts. Through personal stories from business setbacks to challenges on the Kokoda Track, Glenn illustrates how his own failures became the foundation for his current success.

Building Better Humans Podcast: The Power of Morning and Evening Routines Are you living on autopilot or living on purpose? In this eye-opening episode, Glenn Azar dives into why your morning and evening routines might be the most overlooked factor in your personal growth journey. After 1,275 episodes, Glenn shares one of his most passionate beliefs: controlling the "bookends" of your day can transform everything in between. From elite athletes to teenagers at development camps, Glenn has witnessed firsthand how intentional routines create not just order, but identity. This isn't about rigid schedules or endless to-do lists—it's about creating purposeful rituals that set you up for success and recovery. Timestamps & Key Takeaways: **2:15** - Why routines shape your entire life direction* Morning routines set the tone for your day* Evening routines determine how well you recover for tomorrow **5:30** - The difference between drifting and designing your day* Most people have routines but don't realize

Building Resilience: More Than a Badge of Honor Ever felt like resilience is something you either have or don't? Think again. In this compelling episode of the Building Better Humans Project podcast, host Glenn explores the true nature of resilience as a skill that can be developed, not an inherent trait. Drawing from his personal experience transitioning out of a 17-year military career and observations from guiding people through challenging adventures, Glenn dismantles common misconceptions about what it means to be resilient. This episode dives deep into how resilience isn't about avoiding hardship but rather about how we respond when life inevitably knocks us down. Through powerful stories of transformation—from trekking Kokoda to youth camps—Glenn illustrates how our greatest growth often emerges from our deepest struggles. Timestamps and Key Takeaways: **2:15 - What Resilience Really Is**- Resilience isn't about being bulletproof—it's about recovery capacity- The difference between ri

Mastering Emotional Intelligence: The Key to Success Beyond IQ Are you letting your emotions run you, or are you running them? In this compelling episode of the Building Better Humans podcast, host Glenn Azar dives deep into emotional intelligence - the hidden factor that often determines success more than IQ, education, or raw talent. Contrary to popular belief, emotional intelligence isn't about being "soft" or overly emotional; it's about self-awareness, self-control, and performing under pressure. When mastered, it transforms decision-making, strengthens relationships, and keeps you calm while others lose their composure. The episode breaks down emotional intelligence into four critical components: self-awareness (understanding your feelings), self-management (regulating emotions), social awareness (recognizing others' feelings), and relationship management (using awareness to build trust and resolve conflicts). Drawing from his military background, Glenn shares how he learned that true leadership isn't a

The Power of Habits: How Small Actions Create Big Changes Are you struggling to reach your goals despite your best intentions? In this eye-opening episode of the Building Better Humans Project podcast, host Glenn Azar reveals why your life is a direct reflection of your habits, not your aspirations. He breaks down the science of habit formation—the cue, routine, and reward cycle—and explains why 40-50% of what you do daily runs on autopilot. More importantly, Glenn shares practical strategies for rewiring your habits to support the life you want, drawing from his military experience and client success stories. Glenn explains that transformation doesn't come from massive action but from small, consistent behaviors repeated daily. He shares the story of a client who began with simply walking around the block each morning and progressed to running 5K and losing 12kg's within months—proving that systems beat willpower every time.Episode Highlights: **03:12** - Understanding the habit loop: cue,

The Power of Self-Accountability: Breaking Free from Repetitive Cycles Ever wonder what separates those who keep repeating the same patterns from those who experience genuine growth? In this listener-requested episode of The Building Better Humans Project podcast, Glenn Azar dives deep into the foundational principle of self-accountability. It's not flashy or trendy, but it's the difference-maker in achieving lasting change. Glenn explains why most people don't fail due to lack of capability, but rather because they refuse to take responsibility for their circumstances and results. Through stories drawn from his 17 years in the Army and expeditions across Kokoda, Mount Kilimanjaro, and Mount Everest, Glenn illustrates how the most resilient individuals are those who stop blaming external factors and instead ask, "What's my role in fixing this?" This mindset shift is transformative in every area of life. Key Timestamps:- 0:00 - Introduction to listener-suggested content- 1:15 - Why self-accountability matters

From Trauma to Triumph: Confronting Domestic Violence Have you ever wondered what happens when the system meant to protect us fails? In this powerful episode of Building Better Human's Project podcast, hosts Glenn and Mili Mayhem share raw, personal experiences with domestic violence and the flaws in how authorities respond. Their candid conversation reveals the often-overlooked reality many survivors face when seeking help. Millie courageously opens up about a terrifying incident where her children's father choked her in front of their kids, and how police surprisingly sided with her abuser despite clear evidence of assault. The hosts also share a disturbing accidental voicemail from police officers dismissing a potential sexual assault victim as "proper nuts" - exposing troubling attitudes within law enforcement toward vulnerable individuals. Timestamps and Key Takeaways:- 06:30 - Lessons from Mount Kilimanjaro: Glenn reflects on his18th climb and observes how successful people handle discomfort- 18:45 - Mi

Choose Hard: A Special PEP Talk with Shalom Sauaso What separates the elite from the rest? In this special Saturday edition of the Building Better Humans Project podcast, Glen Azar shares powerful insights about choosing the difficult path and the remarkable journey of NRLW star Shalom "Lomy" Sauaso. As Lomyprepares for her first Grand Final with the Brisbane Broncos, Glen reflects on the mindset and environment that have shaped this extraordinary young athlete's success. This episode dives deep into why surrounding yourself with the right people matters and how deliberately choosing difficult challenges prepares you for life's unexpected hardships. Glen shares intimate examples of how Lomy's family created an environment of growth through purposeful parenting decisions—like withholding smartphone access until she was nearly seventeen—and how her relentless work ethic sets her apart from her peers. ## Timestamps & Key Takeaways:- **1:15** - Introduction to Adventure Professionals and upcoming

he Strength Within: Redefining Masculinity for Today's Young Men In a world where masculinity is often misunderstood, this episode tackles the critical distinction between toxic and healthy masculinity. Host Glenn Azar boldly asserts that masculinity itself isn't toxic—it's necessary. The conversation explores how we can guide young men to channel their natural strengths positively while challenging the harmful stereotypes that equate manhood with dominance or emotional suppression. This listener-requested topic dives deep into what healthy masculinity truly looks like: strength balanced with compassion, courage paired with vulnerability, and leadership focused on lifting others up rather than tearing them down. Whether you're a parent, mentor, or young man navigating today's complex expectations, this episode offers practical wisdom for developing masculinity that builds rather than breaks. Timestamps & Key Takeaways: **1:30** - Introduction to listener-submitted topics for upcoming episodes**4:15*

Finding Inspiration in Everyday Wisdom: The Power of Quotes In this uplifting episode of The Better Humans Project podcast, hosts Glenn and Mili Mayhem explore the transformative power of inspirational quotes and how they've influenced their personal journeys. The conversation takes a refreshing turn from previous episodes by focusing on positivity rather than negativity. From ancient wisdom about physical training to modern perspectives on discipline versus motivation, the hosts share quotes that have become guiding principles in their lives. They dive deep into what these words mean beyond their surface value, offering personal interpretations and real-life applications. Timestamps:- 3:45 - "No man has the right to be an amateur in physical training" - The importance of exploring your body's capabilities- 8:30 - Discipline over motivation - Why consistency beats temporary inspiration- 12:15 - "Laziness will kill you" - How cutting corners affects all areas of life- 17:20 - Hard work beats talent when talent

Breaking Through Mental Funk: Micro-Actions for Major Momentum Feeling stuck in a mental funk? This episode tackles the universal challenge of getting unstuck when motivation wanes. After receiving feedback from Wednesday's episode, host Glenn Azar shares seven practical strategies from a business-minded friend that can kickstart your momentum when you're feeling flat. These aren't just theoretical concepts—they're actionable techniques designed to create immediate shifts in your mindset and productivity. Episode Highlights **00:30** - Introduction and reminder about Adventure Professionals experiences**01:45** - Overview of online mindset programs available**02:30** - Go micro not macro: Breaking goals into tiny actionable steps**03:15** - Set short, focused timers for maximum productivity**04:00** - Change your physical state to shift your mental energy**04:45** - Reconnect with your "why" to reignite your drive**05:20** - Win the morning to set up your entire day for success**05:50** - Use accountabi

Building Better Humans: Navigating Mental Funk Ever feel like your mental energy has hit rock bottom, even when you're a personal development coach? In this candid episode, Ganesa opens up about his recent struggle with motivation and the mental "downshift" he's been experiencing. Despite almost taking a month-long break from the podcast, he decided to push through and share valuable insights on how to navigate those inevitable periods of mental flatness. What do you do when your mind feels foggy and your motivation disappears? Ganesa breaks down five practical strategies anyone can implement immediately: moving your body to shift your physiological state, getting outside for fresh air and natural light, focusing on small wins to build momentum, connecting with others to break isolation, and practicing mental reset techniques like journaling or breathwork. Timestamps & Key Takeaways: **1:45** - Acknowledging mental funk happens to everyone, even personal development coaches**3:20** - Five practical steps

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The meanest people are often the weakest. Meanness is a mask for insecurity, not a sign of strength. Today we explore why people act this way, give real examples of strength through goodness, and practical tools so you can stay above the fray. [00:45] Meanness comes from fear, envy, and insecurity. It's a way to avoid facing your own shortcomings. Tearing others down doesn't build you up. [2:30] Nelson Mandela chose forgiveness over revenge. Mahatma Gandhi led with nonviolence and respect. Martin Luther King Jr. preached love in the face of hate. They showed moral strength can topple physical might. [5:00] Steve Hansen didn't tolerate ego on the All Blacks. Michael Jordan lifted teammates up; he didn't tear them down. Your success isn't limited by others' wins. Celebrate them instead of comparing. [7:15] Check your reactions when someone shares big goals. Surround yourself with believers, not doubters. Celebrate others' wins out loud. Stay focused on your own path. Practice daily gratitude. It's hard to be me

Have you ever received nasty comments that try to bring you down? In this raw and honest episode, hosts Glenn and Mili openly address the barrage of negative messages they've received in recent months. Get ready for an insightful conversation around dealing with online haters. In the opening of the episode, Glenn and Mili share the lessons they've learned from receiving harsh criticism, like not letting others' opinions define you. Mili discusses how she's come to realize she's more patient than she thought, while Glenn emphasizes the importance of staying true to yourself. [2:34] They dive into reading some of the more malicious direct messages and comments they've gotten, ranging from questioning their relationship to making inappropriate incest accusations. Glenn and Mili analyze these disturbing remarks with nuance and maturity. [8:12] A powerful quote - "I'm not the man you see, I'm the man I see." Glenn stresses that he doesn't have to change to suit others' ideals. [15:30] Mili calls out the blatant je

Do you struggle with enforcing standards because you're scared of rocking the boat? This raw and honest podcast tackles why we avoid conflict and how to stand tall in your values. Overview: In this podcast episode, Glenn shares a personal story of receiving toxic, anonymous messages from people he once considered close. He reflects on how this happened because he failed to enforce his standards and allowed the wrong people into his inner circle. Glenn explains why we often avoid enforcing standards and keep the wrong people close - because we fear conflict and crave being liked. But tolerating poor behavior leads to more conflict down the road. He shares practical tips for qualifying your circle, aligning with those who elevate you, and having the courage to let some people go. Even if it leads to offense. Because living aligned to your values is worth it. 00:20 - Glenn shares about receiving nasty anonymous messages from former "insiders".01:45 - He owns where he failed - he let people into his inner circle

Today's episode of the Building Better Humans podcast is for those who are tired of mediocrity and ready to make big changes in just 6 months. In this motivational episode, Glenn outlines a 4-step plan to help you achieve more in the next 6 months than most people do in 6 years. He challenges listeners to wake up focused, set just 2-3 big goals, protect time and energy, and build disciplined routines. 00:37 - Operate like you're on a mission. Plan moves in advance and treat time like blood. 02:53 - Focus on just 2-3 core goals for the next 6 months. Go all in on them. 04:12 - Guard your energy and focus. Protect mornings and evenings.05:28 - Build rock-solid routines. Plan each day the night before. Key Takeaways: - Stop living casually. Wake up focused on your mission.- Pursue just 2-3 big goals with obsessive focus. - Protect time and energy. Work hard, plan, recover, repeat.- Routines = consistency. Plan each day the night before. Want to stop underachieving and build better habits? Check out Glenn's 28-da

Love, trauma, and letting go. Glenn and Mili tackle some tough relationship questions around supporting your partner, building resilience in kids, and dealing with past hurts. Glenn and Mili get real about trauma, expectations, and choosing happiness. Buckle up for a raw convo! 2:30 - Supporting your partner's passion even when it's tough to watch 7:15 - Building resilience in kids without being too hard on them 13:45 - Processing trauma and letting go of the past 18:30 - Handling feeling let down + owning your reactions 25:00 - Judging your own trauma vs others' experiences Key Takeaways: - Support your partner's dreams, even if their passion takes them down a difficult path. Loving someone means having their back. - Let kids solve their own problems sometimes. Guide them, but don't jump in to fix everything. - You can't change the past, only how you carry it. At some point, you have to let go and write a new chapter. - People can only "let you down" based on expectations you created. Take ownership of your

What if facing your fears was the secret to building confidence and resilience? This episode unpacks a powerful mindset shift. In this episode of The Building Better Humans podcast, host Glenn shares a story about taking a group of young girls on a challenging hike to illustrate the importance of running toward challenges instead of away from them. He explains how facing difficulties head-on builds confidence and resilience over time. 2:34 - The key is to face problems as "just problem solving" instead of catastrophizing. Take things one step at a time. 5:12 - Story of hiking trip where girls had to hike down the mountain in pouring rain and darkness. This scary experience taught them they were capable of more than they realized. 7:34 - Facing challenges builds resilience and confidence over time, while avoiding them makes problems seem bigger and scarier. 9:12 - We teach kids to run toward challenges because it changes their whole life trajectory. What challenge have you been avoiding that you need to run to