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Quiet the Noise

Quiet the Noise

By: Gary LeBlanc
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 Welcome to "Quiet the Noise" with Gary LeBlanc, your guide to life engineering and character development. In this podcast, Gary dives into the essentials of living a balanced life, combining principles from the Character Code with broader life engineering strategies. Each episode offers actionable insights and reflections to help you quiet the noise in all facets of life: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. Join Gary as he explores how self-mastery, ethical living, and personal growth can lead to a more fulfilled and purposeful existence. Whether you're looking to refine your character, enhance your life skills, or simply find calm in the chaos, "Quiet the Noise" is your beacon towards a quieter, more meaningful life. Host Bio: Gary LeBlanc, the host of Quiet the Noise and CEO of Zero dB beverages, is a mechanical engineer turned life engineer, who applies engineering principles to life improvement and character development. He is passionate about helping others reduce the 'noise' in their lives through self-awareness and intentional living.Gary LeBlanc Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
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  • #14 - Emotional Fitness with Brian Coones

    #14 - Emotional Fitness with Brian Coones
    Sep 27 2024
    Topic Overview: In this episode of Quiet the Noise, Gary LeBlanc and Brian Coones discuss emotional fitness, the intentional development of emotional resilience, similar to how physical fitness builds physical strength. Emotional fitness involves consistent practices like meditation and breathwork to improve emotional balance and stress management. Chapter List 00:00 Introduction to Emotional Fitness02:48 Understanding Emotional Fitness06:07 The Importance of Resilience08:57 Navigating Noise in Modern Life11:57 Parenting and Emotional Fitness14:53 The Impact of Social Media on Youth18:09 Judgment and Self-Reflection21:01 Mindfulness Practices for Judgment24:03 The Power of Journaling26:56 Creating Space for Insight29:57 Rituals and Habits for Emotional Well-being33:02 The Victim Mentality and Ownership35:59 Finding Equanimity in Life38:49 Closing Thoughts and Future Endeavors Detailed Insights: 1. Emotional Fitness as Training: Emotional fitness is like going to the gym but for your mind. It involves practices like meditation that build resilience to emotional stress. 2. Building Resilience: Resilience is the ability to quickly return to emotional balance after challenges. This skill is developed through consistent emotional practices. 3. Managing Triggers: The STOP method—Stop, Take a breath, Observe, Proceed—helps break negative thought patterns and create space for mindful responses. 4. Creating Space: Modern life is full of distractions and “noise.” Practices like meditation and nature walks help create essential moments of calm. 5. Modeling Emotional Fitness for Kids: Brian shares how his children learn emotional practices by watching him meditate and engage in wellness routines. Limiting screen time and encouraging nature play are also critical. 6. Judgment Awareness: Judgment often comes from fear or discomfort. Mindfulness helps recognize these judgments and replace them with curiosity. 7. Journaling: Journaling daily helps track what gives or drains energy, bringing awareness to patterns that affect well-being. Brian suggests asking, “What filled me today? What depleted me today? What did I learn today?” 8. Leaning into Discomfort: Intentionally facing discomfort (e.g., cold plunges, emotional challenges) helps build resilience. 9. North Star for Guidance: Having a “North Star”—a purpose—anchors behavior and helps during tough times. Brian sees his children as his anchor, motivating him to keep improving. 10. Avoid Victim Mentality: Repeating negative thoughts reinforces helplessness. Instead, face challenges with a mindset focused on what you can control. 11. Group Healing Practices: Brian describes group activities, combining breathwork and music, to help participants achieve emotional release and community connection. Sound Bites & Metaphors: • “Emotional fitness is like building muscle, but for your emotions.” – Emotional resilience is built through consistent practice. • “You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.” – Emotional fitness helps us handle inevitable challenges. • Cold Plunge for Emotional Resilience: Cold plunges illustrate the value of leaning into discomfort to build resilience. • Mind as Play Dough: The mind, like play dough, is shaped by experiences, and emotional patterns harden over time if not intentionally changed. Quiet the Noise Takeawa...
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    41 mins
  • #13 - Failure... Growth's Brother in Arms

    #13 - Failure... Growth's Brother in Arms
    Sep 5 2024
    In this episode of Quiet the Noise, Gary explores the complexity of failure, emphasizing its deeper role in personal growth, vulnerability, and human connection. He questions common narratives that tie failure to success stories and instead focuses on its emotional toll and transformative potential. Reflecting on his own experience with his beverage brand ZeroDB, Gary shares how failure is not just about external outcomes but involves internal change, vulnerability, and personal evolution. Chapter List 00:00 Introduction: Exploring the Concept of Failure01:28 Failure and Vulnerability: Creating Connection and Belonging03:22 Redefining Failure: Embracing Contradictions and Overcoming Doubts08:07 The Pain of Failure: A Counterpoint to Growth10:40 Changing Perspective: Seeing Failure as an Opportunity16:26 Failure and Personal Growth: Shaping Character and Self-Assessment20:14 Conclusion: Embracing Failure and Looking to the Future Detailed Insights Failure and Vulnerability: Gary highlights that vulnerability allows us to connect with others, creating a sense of belonging. Drawing from The Power of Meaning by Emily Smith, he shows how honest discussions about failure can reduce isolation and helplessness. Counterproductive “What Ifs”: Gary admits he often revisits past decisions with ZeroDB, but realizes that counterfactual thinking—questioning what could have been done differently—hinders growth. Failure as Growth: Influenced by Daoist philosophy, Gary suggests failure is a precursor to growth. By flipping the way we view failure, it can become a powerful tool for making better decisions and fostering internal transformation. Pain and Learning: Gary shares that emotional pain leaves a lasting impact, deeply shaping our intuition and decision-making. Feelings of imposter syndrome and self-doubt are uncomfortable but crucial for growth. Selling ZeroDB: After 11 years with ZeroDB, Gary is coming to terms with selling his brand. His initial reaction was one of loss—viewing it as a "wasted" decade—but he later reflects on how much he’s grown, both personally and professionally. Doubt as a Motivator: Gary used to fear doubt, but now sees it as a force that kept him humble, hardworking, and compassionate, even though it weighed heavily on him. Embracing Contradictions: Inspired by Daoism, Gary realizes that success may lie in the opposite of his current feelings of failure. He believes the pain from failure leads to unconscious growth, which will guide better future decisions. Balancing Life Beyond Work: Gary is reassessing his life through a broader lens, considering how failure in his professional life has positively influenced his character and personal life, including his new role as a father. Sound Bites and Episode Metaphors "Failure as a Beacon": Failure acts as a guiding light for those feeling stuck in helplessness, showing they’re not alone. "Time Under Tension": Emotional pain, like physical tension, is necessary for growth and transformation. "Opposite George": Referencing Seinfeld, Gary suggests that perhaps viewing failure negatively is the wrong approach, and the opposite perspective may be more empowering. "Flywheel of Growth": After years of effort, Gary likens his journey to a flywheel finally gaining momentum, signaling ongoing growth from accumulated failures. Quiet the Noise Takeaways Failure is Growth: Embrace failure as part of g...
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    21 mins
  • #12 - Character Code: Decoding the Roots of Performance

    #12 - Character Code: Decoding the Roots of Performance
    Aug 16 2024
    In this episode of Quiet the Noise, Gary LeBlanc and Andrew Parr explore the concept of performance, framing it as a process of moving from one energy state to another. The discussion highlights the importance of self-mastery, curiosity, and congruence in achieving meaningful performance. They dive into how cultivating awe and gratitude can fuel perseverance, and how bravery acts as the catalyst that turns preparation into action. The episode provides actionable insights for aligning your efforts with your true goals and values. Chapter List 00:01 Introduction and Purpose 01:29 Defining Performance: A Journey from A to B 04:11 Self-Mastery: Skill, Awareness, and Composure 05:48 Curiosity: Expanding the Possibilities of Performance 08:43 Ensuring True Direction and Alignment 10:34 Strategies for Enhancing Performance and Composure 13:50 Awareness and Feedback: The Role of Curiosity 17:36 The Power of Awe in Sustaining Performance 19:53 Balancing Gratitude and Enjoyment 22:19 Agency and Its Role in Performance 25:30 The Practice of Negative Visualization 28:31 Building Potential Energy for Bravery 29:35 Final Thoughts on Performance and Character 30:41 Post-Discussion Banter and Wrap-Up Detailed Insights Performance as an Energy Transition: Performance is likened to a chemical reaction, where you need activation energy to move from one state to another. This initial push is critical, and identifying catalysts—like bravery—helps overcome resistance and achieve success. Self-Mastery as the Core of Performance: Self-mastery, comprising skill, awareness, and composure, is essential for effective performance. It’s about having the technical ability, understanding your environment, and maintaining calm under pressure. Curiosity: Expanding Potential: Curiosity allows for continuous growth by expanding the possibilities of what performance can be. It’s essential for constantly redefining success and adjusting your path. Aligning Efforts with True Direction: Performance must align with your true goals and values. Regular reflection ensures your efforts are congruent with who you are, avoiding the pitfall of excelling in the wrong direction. Awe as a Performance Driver: Awe, found in both big and small moments, is crucial for maintaining motivation. It acts as “nitro” for overcoming challenges and sustaining long-term performance. Gratitude amplifies this effect. Gratitude and Negative Visualization: Practicing negative visualization deepens gratitude by helping you appreciate what you have. This shift in perspective fuels motivation and resilience. Bravery: The Catalyst for Action: Bravery is the essential final step that converts preparation into performance. It’s what enables you to take the leap and turn potential into action. Sound Bites and Episode Metaphors Chemical Reaction Metaphor: "Performance is like a chemical reaction—you need activation energy to overcome the init...
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    32 mins

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