How to End Procrastination Now

In this episode, Brett and Joe talk about leadership—not just the title or position, but about what it truly means to lead and be a leader. They explore how leadership emerges in every moment of life, from boardrooms to families to personal choices, and how emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and conviction shape the kind of leader we become.Research links: Emotional intelligence, leadership, and work teams: A hybrid literature reviewThe First FollowerThe influence of self-awareness on effective leadership outcomes in South AfricaDecentralization in Organizations: A Revolution or a Mirage?Why Decentralized Companies Outperform Their Industrial PeersDistributed Leadership and New Generation Employees’ Proactive Behavior: Roles of Idiosyncratic Deals and Meaningfulness of WorkBlink: The Power of Thinking Without ThinkingSend us your questions on Twitter, through our website, or in our Circle community! Joe on X: @FU_JoeHudson Brett on X: @airkistler AOA on X: @artofaccompVisit Us: www.artofaccomplishment.com We invite you to experience our work. Reserve your spot at www.view.life/explore Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brett and Joe deliver a long-awaited episode on procrastination, exploring its real contours—the shame, the avoidance, the misplaced priorities. They reveal how it stems from self-criticism and avoidance, and show how a shift in perspective can turn it into prioritization, creativity, and authentic productivity.Together, they discuss:How procrastination depends on self-abuse and self-judgmentProcrastination vs healthy prioritizationEmotional avoidanceThe importance of iteration, play, and creativityPractical experiments and exercises for working with procrastinationResearch:“How Enlightenment Changes Your Brain” Andrew NewbergLink to Procrastination experiments pageThe 3 Ps: Perfectionism, Procrastination, and Paralysis - Psychology TodayWhy procrastination is about managing emotions, not timeProcrastination: An emotional struggleSend us your questions on Twitter, through our website, or in our Circle community! Joe on X: @FU_JoeHudson Brett on X: @airkistler AOA on X: @artofaccompVisit Us: www.artofaccomplishment.comWe invite you to experience our work. Reserve your spot at www.view.life/explore Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

According to some studies, over 80% of Americans experience time scarcity. In this episode, Joe and Brett explore what’s going on when we feel time scarce. They unpack why so many of us feel starved for time in an era of unprecedented efficiency, and provide clear, actionable insights into how presence and emotional awareness can change our perception of time itself.They cover:Why time scarcity is more about emotional overwhelm than actual hoursThe paradox of saving time but still feeling busier than everHow presence shifts our experience of timeThe role of grief, fear, and shame in the feeling of “not enough”The importance of rest, integration, and flow statesConnection Course: linkStudiesTime scarcity - 80% of people don’t have enough time: articleFlow states: article one, article twoParkinson’s Law: article one, article twoMedia usage: https://explodingtopics.com/blog/social-media-usageRadio lab podcast episode: https://radiolab.org/podcast/91584-timeAlexander Lowen on rest: https://reichandlowentherapy.org/Content/Vegetative/stress.htmlSend us your questions on Twitter, through our website, or in our Circle community! Joe on X: @FU_JoeHudson Brett on X: @airkistler AOA on X: @artofaccomp Visit Us: www.artofaccomplishment.com We invite you to experience our work. Reserve your spot at www.view.life/explore Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Brett Kistler and Joe Hudson dive into the epidemic of loneliness and its impact on our lives. They explore the roots of loneliness, how it differs from solitude, and why shame and self-perception often amplify the experience. They explore how to transform loneliness into deeper self-connection and meaningful relationships with others.Join them as they discuss:How loneliness, solitude, and isolation differThe connection between loneliness and shameChildhood roots of loneliness and insecure attachment stylesThe role of society, mobility, and social media in shaping loneliness todayPractical ways to reconnect with yourself and with othersHow VIEW is an antidote to lonelinessExperiments and practical guidance for addressing lonelinessResources:Shame podcast: https://www.artofaccomplishment.com/podcast/the-anatomy-of-shame-emotion-series-8-2The Connection Course: https://www.artofaccomplishment.com/course/the-connection-courseExperiments: https://www.artofaccomplishment.com/experimentsRelevant research:US CDC: Addressing LonelinessSurgeon General: Our Epidemic of Loneliness and IsolationHow people think about being alone shapes their experience of lonelinessMental health and loneliness: the relationship across life stagesLoneliness, community, and naturePsychology Today: Why Am I So Lonely?The Link Between Childhood Trauma and Feeling LonelySend us your questions on Twitter, through our website, or in our Circle community! Joe on X: @FU_JoeHudsonBrett on X: @airkistler AOA on X: @artofaccomp Visit Us: www.artofaccomplishment.comWe invite you to experience our work. Reserve your spot at www.view.life/explore Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tara Howley and Janine Parziale dive into stage fright and performance anxiety. Drawing from personal experience and professional expertise, they share how to work with fear rather than fight it—transforming it into a source of energy, presence, and even joy.They discuss:Understanding the physiology and psychology of stage frightHow to reframe fear as excitement and use it as fuelBody-based techniques for releasing freeze and nervous system overwhelmPractical preparation strategies—from nutrition to exercise to mindsetThe role of shame, self-consciousness, and compassion in performance anxietyEmbracing mistakes and turning them into moments of connection and magicWhy stage fright can be a gift and how to welcome itSend us your questions on Twitter, through our website, or in our Circle community! Joe on X: @FU_JoeHudson Brett on X: @airkistler AOA on X: @artofaccomp Visit Us: www.artofaccomplishment.comWe invite you to experience our work. Reserve your spot at www.view.life/explore Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Brett and Joe break down the dynamics of feeling stuck and what to do about it. They reveal how subtle patterns from childhood continue to shape our adult experiences. They also share practical strategies to breaking free from emotional, intellectual, and nervous system blockages that hold the pattern of being stuck in place.Tune in to hear about:- Understanding the emotional roots and different forms of stuckness- How childhood experiences shape our adult experiences of being stuck- The relationship between stuckness, anger, and fear- Practical methods for moving stuckness on an emotional and nervous system level- Intellectual frameworks to reframe and overcome patterns of feeling stuck Newsweek article on Andrew Newberg study: https://www.newsweek.com/religion-and-brain-152895 Send us your questions on Twitter, through our website, or in our Circle community! Joe on X: @FU_JoeHudson Brett on X: @airkistler AOA on X: @artofaccomp  Visit Us: www.artofaccomplishment.com We invite you to experience our work. Reserve your spot at www.view.life/explore Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Three former VCs turned coaches walk into a room…Steve Schlafman of the podcast Downshift sits down with Joe Hudson and Jerry Colonna (author of Re-Boot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up) to explore the journey of living one's purpose, especially in times of uncertainty and change. They share personal experiences and wisdom on navigating fear, grief, trust, and discovering deeper authenticity and fulfillment from three different stages of life.They explore:- Navigating uncertainty with clarity and compassion- Embracing grief as a pathway to deeper personal transformation- Building trust from an authentic and human-centered place- The difference between transactional and transformative coaching- How to authentically live and express one's purposeSend us your questions on Twitter, through our website, or in our Circle community! Joe on X: @FU_JoeHudson Brett on X: @airkistler AOA on X: @artofaccomp Visit Us: www.artofaccomplishment.com We invite you to experience our work. Reserve your spot at www.view.life/explore Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joe and Brett break down a coaching session from one of Joe’s public coaching workshops. In this episode, Joe encounters a woman who feels like she’s trapped in her head and can’t move forward. As they dissect the shifts that occur during the session, the complexity of confidence and the subtle ways we evade self-doubt are laid out as an opportunity to reflect on how they show up in our own lives. Together, they discuss:Understanding the nuanced relationship between confidence and doubtHow subtle avoidance strategies—even beneficial ones like somatic work—can unintentionally reinforce stucknessThe power of anger as a tool for clarity, decisiveness, and empowermentReframing doubt as something to embrace and learn from rather than to fearPractical advice for moving through blocks related to self-doubt and perfectionismSend us your questions on Twitter, through our website, or in our Circle community! Joe on X: @FU_JoeHudson Brett on X: @airkistler AOA on X: @artofaccomp Visit Us: www.artofaccomplishment.com We invite you to experience our work. Reserve your spot at www.view.life/explore Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joe and Tara sat down with our friends at Modern Relationships for a conversation about their relationship—their meet-cute, what happened afterwards, the wisdom they have to share with us, and how they shifted their relationship from abusive to one that you can’t help but want for yourself. Together with Erik Torenberg, they discuss:How to navigate intense triggers and deep emotional challengesThe crucial role of personal growth and transformationPractical strategies for effective communication and conflict resolutionMoving beyond blame and shame to foster genuine mutual understandingEmbracing change and life transitions as opportunities for deeper intimacySend us your questions on Twitter, through our website, or in our Circle community! Joe on X: @FU_JoeHudson Brett on X: @airkistler AOA on X: @artofaccomp Visit Us: www.artofaccomplishment.comWe invite you to experience our work. Reserve your spot at www.view.life/exploreThanks to Modern Relationships for hosting this episode. Find more at the links below:SpotifyAppleYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’re back with a coaching breakdown! In this episode, Joe and Brett dissect a rapid coaching session focused on self-love. They examine the subtle ways our guest has learned to turn away from himself in the presence of others and point out the breadcrumb trail he follows back to self-connection. This offers an opportunity for those of us watching to see ourselves more clearly and turn toward ourselves with love. Watch them explore the barriers and powerful moments of realization that help us move from self-criticism and doubt into genuine self-welcoming and love.Video of this session is available on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/n24xPZP1dmQWhat We Cover:Recognizing and dismantling self-critical narrativesPractical steps for cultivating authentic self-loveHow welcoming ourselves can dramatically shift our internal experienceThe role of shame and vulnerability in self-acceptanceWhy genuine self-love is a somatic, experiential practiceSend us your questions on Twitter, through our website, or in our Circle community! Joe on X: @FU_JoeHudson Brett on X: @airkistler AOA on X: @artofaccompVisit Us: www.artofaccomplishment.com We invite you to experience our work. Reserve your spot at www.view.life/explore Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.