Today's guest is Tamerus Augenstein, a friend who has overcome a troubled past filled with mistakes and found his purpose through fitness. His journey includes numerous physical activities, but he hit rock bottom after a breakup, leading him into substance abuse and homelessness. With guidance from mentors, he rebuilt his life and now inspires others.
On October 16th, 2023, Tamerus posted about his one-year transformation, which caught my attention. I wanted him on the show to share his story in hopes of motivating you all. He reminds me of Marcus Aurelius' quote, "The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way."
Tamerus had struggled with identity during tough times but turned to God for direction. This shift led him away from destructive habits towards self-improvement and discipline through fitness routines and nutrition—key steps that helped eliminate vices like late-night indulgences.
Breaking free from others' expectations and finding your purpose can be life-changing. Once you discover what the universe or God intends for you, unnecessary habits and substances lose their appeal. You start to address the root causes of discontentment.
Conscious congruency is key – aligning with your conscience means pretending or escaping reality through altered states is unnecessary. Identifying negative habits, defining them as weaknesses, and then building strengths in opposition transforms your life.
Committing to self-improvement requires patience; instant gratification isn't sustainable. Instead, focus on consistent efforts over time – 100 days might sound long, however it's manageable and transformative.
Sometimes, we chase things thinking they'll bring happiness, only to realize they don't fulfill us. Growth involves learning from these experiences and understanding that the journey matters more than the destination.
Language shapes our reality – speak kindly to yourself, as words have internal and external power.
Invest in simple daily books like Tamerus’. They guide your thoughts and help you reflect on personal growth. Revisiting the same book shows how far you've come, like a video journal documenting progress.
In fitness, people overlook macros and mobility training. Macros are crucial for achieving goals, while mobility keeps joints flexible as we age. Incorporating activities like yoga or balance exercises into your routine is essential.
For finances, cutting unnecessary expenses is key. Allocate money purposefully: some for living, business, savings, and giving back through tithing or charity.
Finally, write down a vision of your ideal self – physically fit, financially stable, intellectually capable, etc., and then list what helps or hinders this goal. Eliminate distractions and build daily habits that bring you closer to this version of yourself.
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Tamerus Augenstein
Mindset, Training, & Nutrition Coach
Tamerus has a past filled with mistakes and has now transformed his life and discovered his life's purpose. His passion for fitness led him through various physical pursuits, from hockey and weight lifting to parkour, ninja warrior-style training, calisthenics, pole dancing, and acrobatics.
However, after a difficult breakup, he hit rock bottom, allowing his business to tank and resorting to a career as a male stripper, which was against his character. This led to a downward spiral of shame, substance abuse, and even homelessness.
During these challenging times, Tamerus found God and sought guidance from coaches and mentors who helped him turn his life around. He successfully overcame depression, anxiety, and destructive habits, replacing them with constructive ones. He now prioritizes his life's purpose over temporary pleasures and is on a constant journey to become the best version of himself.
Tamerus's story is one of resilience and personal growth, and he hopes to inspire and support others in their battles, encouraging them to become the best versions of themselves.
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Acroyoga
Mix of acrobatics, yoga and therapeutics
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Acroyoga (also written Acro-Yoga or Acro Yoga) is a physical practice that combines yoga and acrobatics. Acroyoga includes many types of (mostly recreational) partner and group acrobatics in which at least someone is lifted. As such, it also draws on traditions of circus arts, cheerleading, ... Wikipedia
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Nocebo
A nocebo effect is said to occur when negative expectations of the patient regarding a treatment cause the treatment to have a more negative effect than it otherwise would have.[1][2] For example, when a patient anticipates a side effect of a medication, they can experience that effect even if the "medication" is actually an inert substance.[1] The complementary concept, the placebo effect, is said to occur when positive expectations improve an outcome. The nocebo effect is also said to occur in someone who falls ill owing to the erroneous belief that they were exposed to a toxin, e.g. a physical phenomenon they believe is harmful, such as EM radiation.[3]
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Is it possible for a person of average intelligence and modest means to ascend to the throne of the world class? The answer is YES! Not only is it possible - it's being done everyday. This book shows you how. Some of the Mental Toughness Secrets You Will Learn: Champions Lead Through Facilitated Introspection, The World Class Compartmentalize Their Emotions, The World Class Are Ferociously Cooperative, The Great Ones Possess Supreme Self Confidence, The World Class Embrace Metacognition, The World Class Are Coachable, Champions Know Why They Are Fighting, The World Class Operate From Love and Abundance, School Is Never Out For The Great Ones, Champions Are Interdependent The Great Ones Are Bold, Champions Are Zealots For Change, The Great Ones Don't Give Back They Just Give, Champions Are Masters Of Mental Organization, The Great Ones Only Negotiate Win-Win Deals, Champions Seek Balance, Champions Believe In Honesty, The Great Ones Aren't Afraid To Suffer. * Book Summery via Amazon
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