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March 3, 2023 50 mins

Giovanni Dienstmann - Meditation Expert, Best-Selling Author, and Self-Discipline Coach. Giovanni is the creator of Live and Dare, one of the top five most popular meditation blogs on the planet. As an international author, meditation coach, and speaker, Giovanni is an expert in helping people overcome anxiety and stress to live a more calm and centered life.

He is the author of the best-selling book Practical Meditation, which is available in eight different languages and has popularly been called “The Meditation Bible”. His newest book is called Mindful Self-Discipline: Living with Purpose and Achieving Your Goals in a World of Distractions

Giovanni’s clients range from stay-at-home parents to entrepreneurs, C-level executives, and pro athletes.  His acclaimed program Limitless Life has helped thousands of people master their mind, find contentment and clarity, and have greater well-being in their lives.  To learn more about Giovanni and his work, visit LiveAndDare.com.   

Quote: “In the twenty-first century, survival of the fittest means survival of the focused.”

Talking points:

  • Giovanni's journey of mindful self-discipline
  • What is self-discipline, the benefits of self-discipline
  • Willpower and meditation/mindfulness
  • The difference between forming good habits and mindful self-discipline which includes habits but is more effective when it comes to reaching your goals
  • The 3 pillars of mindful self-discipline: aspiration, awareness, and action


Giovanni's books and websites:

- Practical Meditation: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide
liveanddare.com

- Mindful Self-Discipline: Living with Purpose and Achieving Your Goals in a World of Distractions
mindfulselfdiscipline.com

This episode was brought to you by OMByTheBeach.com with your host Josef Schinwald.




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