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  • Part 2 of 2: Dr. James Doty R.I.P, Why Chasing Porsches and Mansions Won’t Make You Happy

    Part 2 of 2: Dr. James Doty R.I.P, Why Chasing Porsches and Mansions Won’t Make You Happy
    Sep 10 2025
    This encore episode is to honor the late, great neurosurgeon, scientist, philosopher, author, and friend to many, including the Dalai Lama On this episode of the Dov Baron Show, we bridge the ethereal with the empirical. Dive into a universe where mysticism meets the rigor of neuroscience with our esteemed guest, Dr. James Doty. . From exploring the essence of manifestation to unraveling the intricacies of the human mind, prepare for a journey that transforms the seemingly inexplicable into the thoroughly understandable. . Join us as Dr. Doty shares revolutionary insights that challenge the very fabric of reality and our understanding of it. We're about to unravel the neuroscience behind manifestation with Dr. James Doty, a distinguished neuroscientist and neurosurgeon at Stanford University. . Dr. Doty is the author of the New York Times bestseller"Into the Magic Shop" and host of the accompanying podcast. He brings us insights from his latest groundbreaking work, "Magic Mind: The Neuroscience of Manifestation and How It Changes Everything" . Websitewww.happi.ai www.ccare.stanford.edu Social Mediahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesrdotymd/ https://twitter.com/jamesrdotymd https://www.instagram.com/jamesrdotymd/?hl=en . Part 2: Part 2: "Why Chasing Porsches and Mansions Won’t Make You Happy – A Neurosurgeon’s Stark Reality!" .  Understanding Manifestation: Dr. Doty explores the concept of "manifestation"; beyond materialistic desires, discussing how true satisfaction is derived from aligning one's goals with your inner values rather than superficial achievements. .  The Role of Neuroscience: Insight into how neuroscience explains the processes behind manifestation and how specific brain systems are utilized to achieve personal goals. .  Breaking Past Patterns: How individuals often carry "emotional baggage" that shapes their behaviors and decision-making processes, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and intentional change. .  Value Tagging: Dr. Doty explains"value tagging"—how our perceptions influence our decision-making and the importance of aligning these perceptions with meaningful life goals. .  The Illusion of Success: A powerful narrative about the emptiness of material success without deeper fulfillment, highlighted by Dr. Doty's personal experiences of loss and recovery. .  Service and Satisfaction: This philosophy emphasizes the profound joy and satisfaction that come from serving others and contributing to the community, which often leads to genuine personal happiness. .  Practical Steps to Manifestation: Detailed discussion on practical steps to apply neuroscience principles to everyday life, ensuring that manifestations align with personal values and lead to real change. .  Challenges of Materialism: A critical look at the pitfalls of focusing solely on material gains as depicted by societal norms and media portrayals, focusing on how to manifest genuinely fulfilling experiences. .  Future Directions in Mental Health: Exploration of "Happy AI" an innovative mental health platform that uses AI and neuroscience to provide emotional support without judgment, demonstrating the application of neuroscience in improving mental health. .  Realistic Expectations and Dispositional Optimism: Dr. Doty discusses setting realistic expectations in personal growth and the concept of dispositional optimism—maintaining a positive outlook regardless of circumstances. . Dov Baron's brand new course has just been released on coursifyx.com/belonging ------------- . Titled: "CREATING A CULTURE OF BELONGING." The course is separated into eight sections that will take you by the hand and walk you through exactly how to create a culture of belonging. . Because: CREATING A CULTURE OF BELONGING MAXIMIZES PERSONAL AND CORPORATE SUCCESS. Get Ready to strap on the tanks and Dive Deep into, What it Takes to Create a Culture of Belonging in your organization! Curious to know more? coursifyx.com/belonging . "Those Who Control Meaning for The Tribe, Also Control The Movement of That Tribe" #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #emotionsourcecode #neuroscience #emotional #meaning #emotional #logic #culture #curiosity #humanbehavior #purpose
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    34 mins
  • Part 1 of 2: Dr. James Doty R.I.P: Mind Magic: The Neuroscience of Manifestation

    Part 1 of 2: Dr. James Doty R.I.P: Mind Magic: The Neuroscience of Manifestation
    Sep 7 2025
    This is the Link to Part 2 This encore episode is to honor the late, great neurosurgeon, scientist, philosopher, author, and friend to many, including the Dalai Lama. In this episode of the Dov Baron Show, I had the wonderful opportunity to spend time with the brilliant and playful Dr. James Doty, who sadly passed away in 2025. What I great loss. In our conversation, we bridge the gap between the ethereal and the empirical. We dive into a universe where mysticism meets the rigor of neuroscience with our esteemed guest, Dr. James Doty R.I.P . From exploring the essence of manifestation to unraveling the intricacies of the human mind, prepare for a journey that transforms the seemingly inexplicable into the thoroughly understandable. . Join us as Dr. Doty shares revolutionary insights that challenge the very fabric of reality and our understanding of it. We're about to unravel the neuroscience behind manifestation with Dr. James Doty, a distinguished neuroscientist and neurosurgeon at Stanford University. . Dr. Doty is the author of the New York Times bestseller"Into the Magic Shop" and host of the accompanying podcast. He brings us insights from his latest groundbreaking work, "Magic Mind: The Neuroscience of Manifestation and How It Changes Everything" . Websitewww.happi.ai www.ccare.stanford.edu Social Mediahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesrdotymd/ https://twitter.com/jamesrdotymd https://www.instagram.com/jamesrdotymd/?hl=en . Part 1: Awakening Your Magic Mind  The Science of Manifestation: Explore the Neuroscience Behind Manifestation as Dr. James Doty, a distinguished neuroscientist and neurosurgeon from Stanford University reveals the connections between our beliefs and our physical reality. .  From Theory to Therapy: Discover how Dr. Doty uses his expertise to blend spiritual wisdom with scientific research, offering a fresh perspective on mental health and emotional well-being. .  The Journey from Hardship to Healing: Learn about Dr. Doty's journey from a tumultuous childhood to becoming a beacon of hope and innovation in neuroscience and spiritual communities. .  Mind Training Techniques: Dr. Doty shares effective mind training techniques, including mindfulness and self-compassion practices, that help manage stress and enhance focus. .  The Impact of Environment on Mindset: Understand how our environments influence our mental health and how changing our surroundings can change our lives. .  The Role of Compassion in Manifestation: Dr. Doty emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and the Golden Rule in shaping our realities and improving our relationships. .  Conscious vs. Unconscious Intentions: Dive deep into the power of conscious intention and learn how to distinguish it from unconscious manifestations that can subvert our goals. .  Breaking Free from Material Attachments: Gain insights into how attachment to outcomes can lead to dissatisfaction and how detachment can lead to true fulfillment. .Part 2: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-dov-baron-show-previously-known-as-leadership/id272512829?i=1000661776895 Dov Baron's brand new course has just been released on coursifyx.com/belonging ------------- . Titled: "CREATING A CULTURE OF BELONGING." The course is separated into eight sections that will take you by the hand and walk you through exactly how to create a culture of belonging. . Because: CREATING A CULTURE OF BELONGING MAXIMIZES PERSONAL AND CORPORATE SUCCESS. Get Ready to strap on the tanks and Dive Deep into, What it Takes to Create a Culture of Belonging in your organization! Curious to know more? coursifyx.com/belonging . "Those Who Control Meaning for The Tribe, Also Control The Movement of That Tribe" #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #emotionsourcecode #neuroscience #emotional #meaning #emotional #logic #culture #curiosity #humanbehavior #purpose
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    29 mins
  • Part 2: Chills vs. Pills: The Future of Mental Health | Prof Nicco Reggente.

    Part 2: Chills vs. Pills: The Future of Mental Health | Prof Nicco Reggente.
    Sep 3 2025

    Part 2: Chills vs. Pills: The Future of Mental Health | Prof Nicco Reggente.

    Show Notes

    What if a simple shiver down your spine could heal depression, rewire belief, and even rival psychedelics in transforming the mind?

    In Part 2 of my conversation with Professor Nicco Reggente, we dive into the most disruptive neuroscience you’ve probably never heard of: the power of aesthetic chills.

    These goosebump-inducing moments, triggered by music, film, or human connection, aren’t just emotional fireworks. Nicco’s groundbreaking research shows they can:

    • Restore the capacity for pleasure in patients where drugs fail

    • Dissolve ego and unlock self-transcendence in ways that rival psychedelics

    • Rewire maladaptive beliefs and reduce depression below clinical thresholds—sometimes in a single session

    • Shape political extremes and social belonging, for better and for worse

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    This is not just about goosebumps. It’s about discovering whether chills are the most democratic and accessible tool for human flourishing—and the dangerous ways they can also be weaponized in cults, polarization, and extremist movements.

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    If you lead at the highest level, you cannot ignore what this means: the same nervous system mechanism that can heal can also manipulate. Understanding it may be the next frontier in leadership, influence, and human performance.

    In this episode, Professor Nicco Reggente and I explore:

    • Why concerts, stadiums, and shared rituals dissolve ego into collective transcendence

    • The dark side: how chills can fuel extremism, brainwashing, and polarization

    • New research shows liberals and conservatives experience chills differently

    • How AI-driven “schema surgery” videos create one-shot breakthroughs in depression

    • Why chills may restore hedonic tone (pleasure) in anhedonic patients where pharmaceuticals fail

    • How chills mirror psychedelic therapies—without the risks or stigma

    • Why leaders who understand chills can harness empathy, belonging, and transformation at scale

    About Professor Nicco Reggente

    • Research Director, Institute for Advanced Consciousness Studies

    • Specialist in non-ordinary states, belief updating, and applied neuroscience

    • Innovator in AI-driven, personalized therapeutic interventions

    • Author of breakthrough studies linking chills to depression, politics, and empathy

    • Website
      https://advancedconsciousness.org/
      https://advancedconsciousness.org/member/nicco-reggente/

      Social Media
      https://www.linkedin.com/in/nreggente/
      https://x.com/mobiuscydonia

    🔥 Subscribe now to The Dov Baron Show—where elite leaders and restless thinkers sharpen their edge. If you’re ready to master the hidden codes that drive belief, influence, and human potential, this is your room.
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    31 mins
  • Part 1 of 2:The Science of Chills: Unlocking Human Flourishing. | Prof Nicco Reggente.

    Part 1 of 2:The Science of Chills: Unlocking Human Flourishing. | Prof Nicco Reggente.
    Aug 31 2025

    Part 1:

    The Science of Chills: Unlocking Human Flourishing. | Prof Nicco Reggente.

    Why "The Matrix" became a cultural “chills” moment

    Show Notes

    What if the secret to rewiring your leadership and your life wasn’t another strategy or habit—but the moment that sends chills down your spine?

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    Professor Nicco Reggente is pioneering one of the most radical frontiers in neuroscience: decoding non-ordinary states of consciousness to unlock human flourishing, upgrade belief systems, and rewire identity itself.

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    This isn’t theory; it’s the cutting edge of science meeting leadership. Professor Nicco Reggente is the Research Director at the Institute for Advanced Consciousness Studies, where his work blends meditation, VR, neurofeedback, and machine learning to reveal how we can break free from the trance of the ordinary and step into states of clarity, empathy, and transformation.

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    In this first part of our two-part conversation, we dismantle the myths about resilience, expose why humans cling to toxic familiarity, and explore why aesthetic chills- those shivers you can’t ignore, might be the nervous system’s hidden code for transformation.

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    If you’ve ever felt a piece of music, film, or moment strike you so profoundly that it rearranged your inner world, this episode will show you why that reaction isn’t random. It’s your body telling you the truth your mind can’t yet speak.

    In this episode, you’ll discover:

    • Why most leaders misunderstand resilience—and what it really demands

    • How non-ordinary states of consciousness can accelerate human flourishing

    • The hidden cost of clinging to the familiar, even when it destroys us

    • Why maladaptive beliefs are actually survival codes—and how to evolve them

    • The neuroscience of chills as a diagnostic tool for belief and identity

    • How insight moments are physical, not just mental—and why that matters for power and decision-making

    • Why The Matrix became a cultural “chills” moment—and what that reveals about consensus reality

    About Professor Nicco Reggente

    • Research Director, Institute for Advanced Consciousness Studies

    • Leading the global research on belief updating and identity through neuroscience

    • Former UCLA lecturer in functional neuroimaging

    • Innovator in personalized neuroscience, VR, and machine learning for human transformation

      Website
      https://advancedconsciousness.org/
      https://advancedconsciousness.org/member/nicco-reggente/

      Social Media
      https://www.linkedin.com/in/nreggente/
      https://x.com/mobiuscydonia

    🔥 Subscribe now to The Dov Baron Show—where serious thinkers, elite leaders, and restless visionaries come to sharpen their edge. If you want to stay ordinary, this isn’t your show.
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    35 mins
  • Legend! Part 2 of 2 Dame Stephanie Shirley R.I.P. Giving Away $100 Million and Become Wealthier

    Legend! Part 2 of 2 Dame Stephanie Shirley R.I.P. Giving Away $100 Million and Become Wealthier
    Aug 27 2025
    Part 2 of 2 of my conversation with a rare and iconic human, Dame Stephanie Shirley. Who the world lost in the summer of 2025 What is true resilience? . What if the very thing that almost broke you became the key to you in changing the world? . Dame Stephanie Shirley is not just a tech pioneer, she is living proof that resilience is forged in fire. From a childhood escape on the Kindertransport, to founding the first all-women software company in 1962 (decades before anyone whispered “remote work”), to building a $3 billion empire that created 70 millionaires, her story reads like legend. But what makes her extraordinary is not her success, it is how she faced trauma, breakdown, and the raw reality of raising an autistic son—and turned it into fuel for innovation, compassion, and radical philanthropy. . In this episode, we go deeper: how values-based hiring became her secret weapon, why Dame Shirley believes President Zelensky embodies the future of leadership, and how suffering, when confronted, can reveal who we truly are. If you think resilience means grinding harder, prepare to have that illusion shattered. . This isn’t a feel-good tale of triumph. It’s a masterclass in what it really takes to lead, build, break, and rebuild—without losing your humanity. . In this conversation, Dame Stephanie Shirley reveals: How trauma in childhood revealed her disruptive entrepreneurial DNA Why values, not skills, determine the fate of a business What Zelensky teaches us about the new face of leadership The brutal truth about resilience (and why most people misunderstand it) How breakdown became her turning point toward compassion and purpose The radical shift in how society views autism, and why neurodiversity is leadership’s untapped advantage Why philanthropy, done right, gives back far more than money ever could . Dame Shirley’s story forces you to ask yourself: What parts of me have I disenfranchised in the name of fitting in, and what would happen if I brought them back? About Dame Stephanie Shirley Founder of Freelance Programmers, the world’s first all-women software company (1962) Scaled to 8,500 employees and a $3 billion valuation Transformed women’s opportunities in technology, creating 70 millionaires in the process Knighted as a Dame, awarded the Companion of Honour Pioneering philanthropist in autism research, education, and venture philanthropy 🔥 If you’re ready to go beyond inspiration into deep transformation, subscribe now. This is not business-as-usual leadership—it’s leadership stripped raw, rebuilt, and set on fire with purpose. Since 'retiring,' her focus has been on philanthropy, especially on autism and IT. Over the last 30 years, Dame Stephanie has given away almost $100 million to good causes, primarily in the fields of autism and IT. Dame Shirley received her BSc in 1956 and was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 1980 Birthday Honours[15] for services to industry; Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in the 2000 New Year Honours for services to information technology.;[16] and Member of the Order of the Companions of Honour (CH) in the 2017 Birthday Honours for services to the IT industry and philanthropy.[17] The CH refers to her Companion of Honour – only 65 people in the world have one Dame Stephanie is a workplace revolutionary, and successful IT entrepreneur turned ardent venture philanthropist. She is the first person to drop off the Time's Rich List, having given away too much of her money, an achievement which gives her great pleasure! . Website www.steveshirley.com Social Media https://www.facebook.com/DameStephanie https://twitter.com/DameStephanie_ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnhartuk https://www.instagram.com/damestephanie
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    24 mins
  • Part 1 of 2: Dame Stephanie Shirley R.I.P. Refugee, Tech Icon, and Philanthropist

    Part 1 of 2: Dame Stephanie Shirley R.I.P. Refugee, Tech Icon, and Philanthropist
    Aug 24 2025

    From Kindertransport to Tech Dame: Resilience, Philanthropy & the Woman Who Built an Empire of Trust!

    What does it take to survive war, rewrite the rules of leadership, and give away over $100 million with zero regret?

    Intro:

    In this rare and deeply moving episode, we sit down with the late Dame Stephanie Shirley, tech visionary, radical entrepreneur, and one of the most quietly revolutionary forces of the 20th century.

    You may not know her name, but you’ve lived in a world she helped shape.

    From arriving in England as a 5-year-old Jewish refugee on the Kindertransport, to founding a software company that employed only women in the 1960s, Dame Shirley didn't just break the rules, she rewrote the playbook with kindness, trust, and extraordinary resilience.

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    And just wait until you hear why she chose to give away £100 million of her wealth to autism research and social impact.

    This is not just a history lesson. It’s a masterclass in legacy, purpose, and the courage to lead differently.

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • How being a refugee at age 5 forged her leadership DNA

    • Why she built a software empire exclusively for women in 1962

    • The “iron fist in a velvet glove” management style that helped her survive a male-dominated tech world

    • How remote work was pioneered by her company decades before Zoom

    • Why trust in your people is the foundation of lasting innovation

    • The shocking reason she dropped off the Times Rich List

    • Her battle with depression—and the price of ignoring mental health as a founder

    • The spiritual weight of surviving when others didn’t

    • How she made her life a "life worth saving"

    Power Quote:

    “The more you trust people, the more trustworthy they become.” ~ Dame Stephanie Shirley

    Guest Bio:

    Dame Stephanie Shirley was a trailblazing tech entrepreneur, refugee, and philanthropist. After escaping Nazi Europe via the Kindertransport, she went on to found one of the UK's first software companies, employing only women. She later gave away over £100 million to causes including autism research, mental health, and technology ethics.

    Her life was dedicated to making the world, and its systems more human.

    📚 Books by Dame Stephanie Shirley:

    • Let It Go

    • So To Speak

    🌐 steveshirley.com

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    🎧 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms.

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    #DameStephanieShirley #DovBaron #TheDovBaronShow #Kindertransport #WomenInTech #Philanthropy #LegacyLeadership #Resilience #EmotionalLeadership #LeadershipWithTrust #EmpatheticLeadership #MentalHealthInLeadership #TechForGood #RemoteWorkPioneer #AutismAdvocate
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    18 mins
  • Part 2 of 2: End Anxiety, Rewire Self-Sabotage | Tim Shurr’s One Belief Method

    Part 2 of 2: End Anxiety, Rewire Self-Sabotage | Tim Shurr’s One Belief Method
    Aug 20 2025

    End Anxiety, Rewire Self-Sabotage | Tim Shurr’s One Belief Method

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    What could you do if you could pick one belief and have it vanish in minutes?

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    In this second half of the conversation, The Dov Baron Show brings you back into the mind of Tim Shurr, globally recognized authority on human performance, author of One Belief Away, featured in the film Zero Limits, and trusted advisor to Fortune 500 executives, elite athletes, military veterans, and TEDx audiences.

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    In this episode, you’ll discover how to:

    • Pinpoint and replace the root belief that has kept you in cycles of hesitation or burnout, no matter how much you’ve achieved.

    • Stop anxiety instantly using Tim’s 3-step reset trusted by CEOs and elite performers before critical moments.

    • Shift from selling to serving, so you lead conversations with conviction and connection — and inspire action without pressure.

    • Release guilt, anger, or shame and remove the “poison” from past experiences so you can move forward with clarity.

    • Build lasting, unshakable confidence that isn’t dependent on outside validation, but rooted in an upgraded inner identity.

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    Connect directly with Tim Shurr:

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    • Get free access to his "Secret Training Vault" at https://practiceamplifier.com/trainingvaultoptin
    • Grab a copy of his bestselling book One Belief Away at https://shop.indyhypnosis.com/oba-ebook
    • Want to work with Tim? https://timshurr.com or https://indyhypnosis.com

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    If you’ve ever had the skills, the opportunity, and the desire, yet still found yourself holding back, this episode will show you exactly how to rewire the belief that’s been running the show.

    ABOUT THE HOST:
    Dov Baron is ranked among the world’s Top 30 Global Leadership Gurus and is a bestselling author, international keynote speaker, and leadership strategist. Known as the architect of “The Emotional Source Code™,”

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    Dov works with high-performing CEOs, founders, and changemakers to create cultures of belonging and purpose that drive both performance and meaning. His work has been featured in Inc., Forbes, Entrepreneur, CNN, and other prominent publications.

    🎯 Start uncovering your own Emotional Source Code today: https://dovbaron.com

    FOLLOW:

    • Tim Shurr: Website | LinkedIn | Book: One Belief Away

    • Dov Baron: LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube

    #Leadership #Mindset #SelfSabotage #Anxiety #HighPerformance #EmotionalIntelligence #DovBaronShow #TimShurr
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    33 mins
  • Part 1 of 2: The One Belief Sabotaging Your Leadership Success — Tim Shurr

    Part 1 of 2: The One Belief Sabotaging Your Leadership Success — Tim Shurr
    Aug 17 2025

    Part 1 of 2: The One Belief Sabotaging Your Leadership Success
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    What if the biggest threat to your success isn’t the market, your competitors, or even your skills, but a belief You Don’t Know You Have?

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    In this high-stakes conversation, The Dov Baron Show goes deep into the subconscious patterns that quietly sabotage even the most accomplished leaders. Dov is joined by Tim Shurr, a globally recognized authority on human performance, author of One Belief Away, featured in the film Zero Limits, and a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 executives, elite athletes, and TEDx audiences.
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    In this episode, you’ll discover how to:

    • Pinpoint your hidden leadership blocker — and remove it without years of therapy or trial and error.

    • Stop anxiety in high-pressure moments with Tim’s 3-step instant reset used by top CEOs before critical deals and speeches.

    • Replace subconscious fear with confidence so you can lead boldly, inspire trust, and scale your vision.

    • Transform your company culture by shifting just one belief at the top — and watch results cascade through every level of your organization.

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    Want to connect directly with Tim Shurr?

    • Get free access to his "Secret Training Vault" at https://practiceamplifier.com/trainingvaultoptin
    • Grab a copy of his bestselling book One Belief Away at https://shop.indyhypnosis.com/oba-ebook
    • Want to work with Tim? https://timshurr.com or https://indyhypnosis.com

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    If you’ve ever hit a wall you couldn’t explain — if you’ve ever wondered why “success” still feels just out of reach, this conversation will expose the invisible wiring that’s been pulling the strings.

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    ABOUT THE HOST:
    Dov Baron is ranked among the world’s Top 30 Global Leadership Gurus and is a bestselling author, international keynote speaker, and leadership strategist. Known as the architect of “The Emotional Source Code™,”

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    Dov works with high-performing CEOs, founders, and changemakers to create cultures of belonging and purpose that drive both performance and meaning. His work has been featured in Inc., Forbes, Entrepreneur, CNN, and more.

    🎯 Start uncovering your own Emotional Source Code today: https://dovbaron.com

    FOLLOW:

    • Tim Shurr: Website | LinkedIn | Book: One Belief Away

    • Dov Baron: LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube

    #Leadership #Mindset #SelfSabotage #EmotionalIntelligence #HighPerformance #DovBaronShow #TimShurr
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    32 mins