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Mindfulness Mode

416 The Gift Of Adversity With Marcus Aurelius Anderson

Mindfulness Mode

Bruce Langford

Health & Fitness, Health & Fitness:alternative Health, Religion & Spirituality, Education, Spirituality, Self-improvement, Alternative Health

4.8541 Ratings

🗓️ 8 April 2019

⏱️ 27 minutes

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Summary

Marcus Aurelius Anderson is an inspiring speaker, executive coach and author of the new book, The Gift of Adversity. While serving in the United States Army, Marcus was seriously injured; paralyzed as he prepared to deploy with 10th Mountain Light Infantry Division. After a life-saving surgery, Marcus was filled with gratitude but unable to walk. His injury was the wake up call he needed to begin to live his life with true purpose. Now having overcome some of those health issues, Marcus teaches others how to take actionable steps in order to live life to the max. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: marcusaureliusanderson.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marcusaureliusanderson/ Book: The Gift of Adversity Most Influential Person Guro Dan Inosanto Effect on Emotions Mindfulness has allowed me to differentiate what's real and what's imagined. What's the reality and what's fear. It can help you step out of the situation, look at it logically, be mindful of what's really going on and not what my ego or my emotions are telling me to do. By doing that, it allows me to have clarity. Thoughts on Breathing It's very important for meditation. Recently this year, I started doing Wim Hof breathing. When I'm done working out, I do the cold shower and do Wim Hof breathing. It kickstarts my day for sure. Suggested Resources Book: Thick Face, Black Heart: The Warrior Philosophy for Conquering the Challenges of Business and Life by Chin-ning Chu App: Tabata Timer Free Gift Become more calm, focused and happy by reading the top 12 books recommended on the Mindfulness Mode Podcast. This mini 14-page ebook entitled '12 Must-Read Mindfulness Books' outlines each of the top books recommended by guests on the show. Get your digital copy now at  MindfulnessMode.com/top12books

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0:00.0

Mindfulness Mode 416. They knocked on my door. I told them, hey, I can't move. And a couple

0:07.6

minutes later on our way to the hospital in Syracuse. Hey, Mindful Tribe, Bruce Langford here.

0:13.8

Thanks for joining me again. Hundreds of guests have recommended books on the Mindfulness Mode

0:19.5

podcast. And I've pulled together the 12 most recommended books on the Mindfulness Mode podcast, and I've pulled together the 12

0:22.0

most recommended books into a short 14-pagee book that's free for you. It's called 12 must-read

0:30.3

mindfulness books. Any one of these books can definitely change your life, just like they have

0:35.6

for my featured guests. Download this great free resource at mindfulness mode.com slash top 12 books.

0:44.9

As you know, I was at Podfest speaking there in Orlando back in March,

0:50.9

and one of the amazing people I met is someone I interviewed right there on location

0:57.6

at the event and he is the guest that's coming up today and what a story he has and his story

1:06.1

is about adversity. Sit back, relax and enjoy today's episode with Marcus Aurelius Anderson.

1:16.4

Hey, Mindful Tribe. I'm right here at Podfest, as you know, and I just had an interview yesterday

1:24.1

I did live, and I'm doing another interview live right here in my room at

1:28.3

Podfest and and I'm just so honored to have met this gentleman it's just going to be so much fun

1:34.3

I'm I'm talking to this guy and he's written a book the gift of adversity and man has he

1:41.0

been through it I got to tell you he has. And, well, just to let you in on

1:47.3

a little bit of that story, the subtitle of his book, Overcoming Paralysis and Pain to Find Purpose.

1:56.7

And can't you just feel that? You know, the fact that he has overcome paralysis, that lets you a little bit, a little bit of

2:04.7

information inside to know what he's been through.

2:07.8

And man, he has been through an incredible journey and he's still on that journey.

2:13.4

So I'm really excited to share this interview with you.

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And his name is Marcus.

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