Building Better Humans Project

Embracing Life's Temporary Nature: The Power of Stoic Detachment

What if nothing truly belongs to you? In this thought-provoking episode, we explore a transformative Stoic principle that challenges our fundamental understanding of ownership and attachment. Rather than promoting apathy, this perspective offers profound clarity—teaching us to see life as a series of experiences rather than possessions. The result? Less anxiety, deeper appreciation, and a remarkable freedom that comes when we stop clinging to what was never ours to keep.

This episode delves into how our suffering often stems from attachment—to people, outcomes, titles, and control. When we shift our perspective to view everything as temporary experiences rather than permanent possessions, we create space to live more fully and authentically. Through personal stories from the Kokoda Track and practical wisdom from ancient Stoics, you'll discover how embracing impermanence can transform your relationship with both joy and loss.

Timestamps & Key Takeaways:

**3:15** - The Stoic perspective: Nothing truly belongs to us, everything is simply an experience
**5:30** - How attachment creates suffering and detachment creates freedom
**8:40** - The Kokoda Track as a metaphor for impermanence and presence
**12:15** - Five practical ways to practice detachment:
- Observe experiences without claiming ownership
- Practice gratitude without possession
- Reflect daily on what you're clinging to
- Remember mortality (Memento Mori)
- Serve others without expectation

**17:30** - The paradox of loving fully while accepting impermanence

Ready to transform how you approach life's inevitable changes and challenges? This episode might be the perspective shift you've been searching for. Listen now to discover how to experience everything while being owned by nothing—and finally live with open hands and an open heart.

The Silent Path to Greatness: Lessons from Terence Crawford

In a world obsessed with visibility and validation, this episode explores the powerful concept of "quiet greatness" through the lens of boxing champion Terence Crawford's philosophy. What happens when you pursue excellence without seeking attention? When success arrives, it doesn't always bring what you expect. As Crawford wisely observed, "People think success brings friends. It doesn't. It brings silence." This episode unpacks how true achievement often means shrinking circles, revealing who genuinely supports you versus who's simply waiting for your downfall.

Timestamps & Key Takeaways:

**1:45** - Introduction to Terence Crawford's approach to success
* Crawford embodies excellence without seeking attention—training, winning, and returning to work without drama

**4:30** - The loneliness of growth and success
* When you evolve, your circle naturally shrinks to those who genuinely support your journey

**7:15** - Building greatness in silence
* True mastery happens when no one's watching—doing the work without needing recognition

**10:20** - How success changes your environment
* Growth makes others uncomfortable, but you can't dim your light to make others comfortable

**12:40** - Episode takeaways
* Stop seeking validation—the right path doesn't require applause
* Do the work quietly—results speak louder than announcements
* Accept a smaller, more authentic circle as you grow
* Build your legacy in silence—when it's real, it speaks for itself

Ready to embrace the power of quiet greatness in your own life? This episode might just change how you approach success and validation. Sometimes the most profound growth happens when no one's watching. Listen now to discover how focusing on the work—not the recognition—can transform your path to becoming the best version of yourself.

The Adventure of Personal Growth: Building Better Humans Through Exploration

Are you craving more than just another vacation? In this captivating episode of The Building Better Humans Project podcast, hosts Glenn and Mili dive deep into how adventure serves as the ultimate personal development tool. From living out of a van as teenagers to trekking through PNG jungles, they share how stepping outside your comfort zone creates life-changing experiences that shape who you become. Their stories reveal that adventure isn't about luxury or distance traveled—it's about challenging yourself in new environments and collecting experiences that become the stories you'll tell for decades.

The hosts explore how structured adventures like Kokoda Track and Aussie Ten Peaks create powerful bonding opportunities between parents and children, especially during those crucial formative years. They emphasize that adventure doesn't require expensive gear or exotic locations—it could be as simple as climbing your local mountain or bathing in a creek. What matters is putting yourself in situations where you're slightly vulnerable but capable of overcoming challenges.

Timestamps:
- 05:30 - Mayhem's 8-month van life adventure across Australia and the theft that changed everything
- 14:20 - How adventure creates deeper connections and conversations
- 22:45 - The philosophy of collecting experiences rather than possessions
- 31:10 - Kokoda Track experiences and watching people overcome their limitations
- 38:15 - The Aussie Ten Peaks adventure and nearly missing the chairlift
- 45:30 - Why 80% of the time you'll spend with your children happens before they turn 18

Key Takeaways:
- Adventure creates stories and experiences that become defining moments in your life
- Putting yourself in uncomfortable situations builds resilience and confidence
- The most meaningful adventures often involve overcoming fear or uncertainty
- Adventure creates unique bonding opportunities between parents and children
- You don't need to travel far to find adventure—it's about your mindset, not location

Ready to transform your life through adventure? Whether you're looking to strengthen family bonds, develop resilience in young people, or simply break out of your comfort zone, this episode will inspire you to take that first step. Visit adventureprofessionals.com.au to learn about upcoming youth development camps and adventures in 2026 and beyond!

The Power of Not Knowing It's Impossible

What if the only thing standing between you and achieving the "impossible" is simply not knowing it's supposed to be impossible? In this captivating episode of The Building Better Humans Project podcast, host Glenn shares the remarkable story of George Dantzig, a graduate student who unknowingly solved two mathematical problems that had stumped the world's leading statisticians for years. Why? Because he thought they were just homework assignments. This powerful tale illustrates how our self-imposed mental limits often prevent us from reaching our true potential.

Glenn connects this mindset lesson to his experiences guiding people through the challenging Kokoda Track, where he's witnessed countless individuals overcome their own "impossible" barriers. The episode explores how we create invisible ceilings in our minds and offers practical strategies to break through them.

Timestamps & Key Takeaways:

**2:15** - The story of George Dantzig and how he solved "unsolvable" mathematical problems
* When we don't know something is "impossible," we approach it without mental barriers

**6:30** - Introduction to Glenn's new 12-month mentoring program
* Two levels available: "Light" (monthly sessions) and "Committed" (weekly coaching)

**9:45** - Real-world examples of overcoming perceived limitations on the Kokoda Track
* People of all ages and abilities have completed the challenging 100km trek

**13:20** - Three strategies to break through mental limitations:
* Check your stories - most limitations aren't facts but narratives we've internalized
* Start before you're ready - courage comes from acting while still scared
* Don't label difficulty as impossible - hard is just a sign something is worth doing

**17:40** - The power of approaching challenges with a beginner's mind
* Focus on one step at a time rather than the enormity of the whole journey

Ready to challenge your own mental limitations? This episode will inspire you to question what you've deemed "impossible" and take that crucial first step toward achieving it. Listen now to discover how shifting your mindset could unlock potential you never knew you had.

Your Inner Circle: The Secret Force That Shapes Your Success

Are you fighting an uphill battle toward your goals? The answer might not be in your effort, but in who surrounds you. In this powerful episode of the Building Better Humans Project podcast, Glenn explores how your inner circle can make or break your success. As Jim Rohn famously said, "You're the average of the five people you spend the most time with." Glenn breaks down why this matters more than you think and provides actionable steps to build a circle that fuels your growth rather than drains your energy.

Timestamps & Key Takeaways:

**1:30** - Why your environment shapes your expectations and standards
* Your inner circle determines what you consider "normal" behavior
* The people around you are either adding energy or draining it

**5:15** - Glenn's personal experience with powerful circles
* How military service taught him the value of a solid team
* Building Adventure Professionals with growth-minded individuals

**8:40** - The 5-step process to build a powerful inner circle
* Step 1: Audit your current circle (lifters, drainers, or comfort-keepers?)
* Step 2: Communicate your growth journey to those around you
* Step 3: Create proximity to people doing what you want to do
* Step 4: Build a "board of directors" for different areas of your life
* Step 5: Become the kind of person others want in their circle

**12:20** - Opportunities to join growth-minded communities
* The 12-week Design Your Life program
* One-on-one guidance programs with Glen and Millie
* Adventure experiences that naturally connect you with like-minded people

Ready to transform your life by transforming your circle? This episode might be the wake-up call you need. As Glenn powerfully states, "You can't do big things with small-minded people." Your circle will either stretch you or shrink you—choose wisely and listen now to start building an inner circle that propels you forward.