Learn-To-Learn
We are a team with over 40 years of experience in coaching, educating, and supporting others to become better learners. Our passion is to freely support our fellow humans in discovering and expressing their best qualities to the highest degree. We are not looking for donations, sales, or any other outside form of support. We are simply doing our best to get people to participate in recognizing all that is possible for them to learn and sharing with them in ways to bring that about. Our belief is that the best way to do that is to give people the tools...
Emotions, Learning and Success
Emotions provide the energy to drive our learning and to move us forward in our success. Learn how to engage your emotions in a way that leads to this success.Â
Micro Series: The Most Important Skill You Can Build
In this powerful episode, we share why developing your attention may be the single most important thing you can do to improve every part of your life. The ability to place your focus, when and where you want it, with the attitude you choose, is at the root of everything human beings strive to do well. Whether it’s achieving goals, deepening relationships, or handling challenges, attention is the foundation. Think of it like a muscle: it gets stronger with intentional use. We’ll introduce core ideas and practices to help you build this essential skill and explain why mast...
Creating Communities Engaging in Curiosity
When we get others to engage in curiosity and question answering with us, our success in so many ways is enhanced. Being connected to others in this way can become one of our superpowers.
Micro Series: The 10-Minute Focus Fix
This is an episode that uncovers simple, powerful tools to rebuild your attention span from the ground up. Today, we’ll dive into one unforgettable story: a journey from total spaciness to laser-sharp focus, all starting with a daily practice as simple as staring at a wall. Discover how to train your attention like a muscle, using techniques as straightforward as focused visual meditation or intentional reading. Whether you're feeling scatterbrained or just want to level up your mental discipline, this bite-sized episode offers the blueprint to reclaim your attention, 10 minutes at a time.
Cross Pollination Leads to Creativity
Being curious about the parallels between diverse areas of engagement in learning brings about great insight. Solving that curiosity leads to much greater creativity.Â
Micro Curiosity... The Gateway to Learning
Solving the big questions is engaging. It is often the micro questions, the questions about the small things that lead us to the big breakthroughs. Here's how to engage that more.Â
Micro Series: Which Belief Wins? The One You Feed
In this episode, we unpack the power of attention in shaping which of your beliefs take root, especially when they conflict. Most of us carry both empowering and limiting beliefs: “I can do anything” vs. “I’ll probably fail.” The question is, which one do you feed? Using the classic story of the two wolves, we explore how attention acts as fuel—strengthening the beliefs we focus on and filtering how we interpret our experiences. When you learn to consciously direct your attention toward the beliefs that empower you, you create the internal conditions to grow, succeed, and thrive.
Breaking Through Knowledge Comfort Zones
Far too often we get overly comfortable with what we think we know. Curiosity breaks this out of this and expands our world.
Micro Series: Train Your Attention and Shape Your Outcome
In this episode, we explore how the quality of our attention can determine the quality of our experiences—especially in high-pressure situations like tests, work, or social interactions. When our attention fixates on what could go wrong, it pulls us into anxiety and past failures. But when we train our attention to anticipate positive outcomes, we create the mental conditions for success. Learn how to shift your focus from fear to possibility, and discover why disciplined attention is the key to unlocking the results you truly want.
The Art of Asking Better Questions
The process of learning and curiosity begins with asking questions. The better quality of our questions, the better the quality of our answers and the more that we learn. This is essential.Â
Micro Series: Where Attention Goes, You Follow
In this episode, we dig deeper into how attention shapes not only what we focus on, but also how we experience stress, performance, and even self-worth. Whether you're anxious about an upcoming class, a work task, a social interaction, or a date, your attention often pulls you toward worry, self-doubt, and imagined failure. And when that happens, your brain spirals –panicking, shutting down, or distracting itself. The key? Learning how to steer your attention toward what you want to experience instead of what you fear.Â
Curiosity… How Wonder Drives Learning
We begin a series on curiosity and the importance of curiosity in enhancing learning. It begins with the quality of wonder and how we expand that.
Micro Series: Attention Is Your Superpower
In this micro episode, we explore how developing your attention can unlock greater learning, success, and focus. Learn why attention is the fuel that powers everything, from your mindset to your outcomes, and how where you place it shapes the life you create.
Uncovering the Hidden Barriers to Success
Let's make success easy. Let's recognize and remove the barriers. Isn't this what we all want?
Micro Series: Unlocking the Power of Imagination
In this episode, we explore the transformative force of imagination—how it can shape our reality, fuel innovation, and expand our sense of possibility. You'll learn how imagination can both limit and liberate us, and gain practical tools to develop this essential skill. Drawing from the rich world of children's imaginative play, we reveal how engaging your imagination can rewire your brain and boost cognitive flexibility. Together, we'll confront the distractions of the digital age and rediscover the lost art of imaginative thinking, equipping you to reignite creativity in your daily life.
Failure as a Springboard to Success Part 2
More of this essential understanding to get to the fulfillment and the success that we are in for.
Micro Series: From Hurt to Healing - The Transformative Power of Gratitude
In this episode, we dive into the all-too-common habit of reacting to life’s challenges by withdrawing or doubting ourselves. Discover how practicing gratitude as a discipline can help rewire your brain, build resilience, and uplift your life. By shifting your focus to what benefits and inspires you, you can create new neural pathways that lead to greater happiness and fulfillment. Join us as we explore how gratitude can be a powerful tool for overcoming setbacks and embracing the life you deserve.
Failure as a Springboard to Success Part 1
There are always little failures along the way. These are the very basis for our learning and our success. How do we use them that way and not get stuck in them? Essential knowledge.
Micro Series: Reclaiming Your Power - Gratitude and Self-Worth
In this episode, we explore the habit of shrinking back after setbacks and how it impacts our sense of self. By cultivating gratitude as a disciplined practice, we can rewire our brains to focus on what uplifts and empowers us. Discover how to reconnect with your inner strength, shift your perspective, and build resilience to create a more fulfilling and confident life. Learn how gratitude can be a transformative force for self-worth and happiness.
Staying Motivated Over the Long Term
This is the key to real success. If we're only motivated for the short-term we only get short-term fulfillment. How do we get to those deeply held goals that require a longer commitment?
Micro Series: The Science of Rest - Preparing Your Mind and Body for Better Sleep
In this episode, we explore the crucial role of sleep in resetting the brain and body, especially after a challenging day. Learn practical techniques for setting yourself up for a deep, restorative night’s sleep, including reviewing your day with a fresh perspective, the science-backed method of reverse replay, and progressive relaxation to release tension. Discover how these simple yet powerful strategies can help you de-stress, process emotions, and wake up refreshed and ready to take on the day.
Overcoming Procrastination Can Be Easy
It's just like the title says. It's also easy to fall into procrastination. We certainly need brakes and down time but procrastination is a whole different beast.
Micro Series: The Discipline of Gratitude - Choosing to Rise
Why do we fall into the habit of shrinking back, reacting, and doubting ourselves? In this powerful episode, we explore how gratitude, as a daily discipline, can lift us out of negativity and help us create the life we truly want. Discover how focusing on what uplifts and benefits us rewires the brain to seek positivity, build resilience, and unlock happiness. It’s not always easy, but it’s always worth it. So, given the choice, what will you do? Tune in and start transforming your life today!
Overcoming the Pitfalls to Success
There are many potential detours and scenic bypasses on the way to what we want. If we can recognize the pitfalls we can avoid them and get the most out of our life.
Micro Series: From Overwhelmed to Empowered - Strengthening the Foundations
What happens when our sensitivity is dialed way up, but our strength doesn’t match it? In this episode, we tackle the common experience of feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges and explore how basic physical habits—like sleep, nutrition, and exercise—lay the groundwork for resilience. Learn how taking care of these essentials can help you regain balance, reduce overwhelm, and build the capacity to thrive. Paired with the discipline of gratitude, these small but impactful shifts can transform your life.
Bonus Repost: Podcast #97 - Set Yourself Up For Success
What does it take to be more successful in our lives. We explore here how to recognize how we limit ourselves and how to go beyond that. We show you how to set yourself up for the success that you've been wanting.
Micro Series: Mastering Sensitivity - Building Strength and Fulfillment
How can we thrive in a world that overwhelms us with constant demands and challenges? In this episode, we explore the balance between sensitivity and strength, uncovering the keys to creating a fulfilling and successful life. From understanding the factors that amplify or diminish sensitivity to addressing the trauma that can result from heightened emotions, we’ll uncover strategies to help your brain function optimally. Learn how to navigate life’s complexities, pursue your goals with ease, and cultivate gratitude as a powerful tool for growth and resilience. The choice is yours—what will you choose?Â
Understanding and Using the Different Types of Goals
This is another essential understanding.
The Science of Goal Setting
This is an essential skill in order to get to the outcomes we want. If we're not focused on the target that we actually want we won't be happy with our outcomes. How do we set goals and how do we get those goals?
Micro Series: Breaking the Cycle - Choosing Gratitude Over Reaction
Why do we so often shrink back, react, or play ourselves down when life doesn’t go our way? In this episode, we explore how gratitude can be a powerful discipline to break free from these habits and rewire our minds for growth and happiness. Learn how to shift your focus to what uplifts you, build new neural pathways, and create a life filled with appreciation and resilience. It’s a choice we make every day—so, what’s your choice? Tune in and take the first step toward transformation.
Meaningful Motivators
What does it take to have a motivator be meaningful? How do we find them and how do we put them in action?
Micro Series: Balancing Sensitivity and Strength - Finding Resilience in a Reactive World
In this episode, we delve into the delicate balance between sensitivity and strength, inspired by the wisdom of Chinese medicine. Using the metaphor of a teeter-totter, we explore what happens when sensitivity overwhelms strength, leaving us reactive and unsteady. How can we regain balance and build resilience in the face of challenges? Through gratitude as a daily discipline, we uncover practical ways to rewire our minds, lift ourselves up, and find strength amid life’s uncertainties. It’s a choice we make every day—so, what’s your choice?
Discovering our deep motivators
Motivation drives its most fundamental fires from connecting with our deepest motivations. How do we recognize those? How do we align with those? And then how do we put those in action.
Micro Series: Overcoming Sensitivity - Thriving in an Imperfect World
How do we navigate a world that often feels overwhelming, triggering, and unsupportive? In this episode, we explore the impact of sensitivity on learning and growth, while offering practical strategies to rise above it. Discover how to stop shrinking in the face of challenges and instead bring your full self to every situation. Through the power of gratitude and intentional engagement, we’ll uncover how to build resilience and create a life where you thrive, no matter what the world throws your way. What choice will you make today?
The Myths of Motivation
There are so many ideas being pushed on the internet about how to get motivated. Many of those are just myths and we'll waste your time and energy. Learn to see through those and get on track to the outcomes you want.
Micro Series: The Daily Choice of Gratitude
In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of gratitude and its role in lifting us out of self-doubt and negativity. Learn how shifting your focus to the things you appreciate—and the people who uplift you—can rewire your brain for happiness and fulfillment. It’s not always easy, but it’s worth it. Tune in for an inspiring exploration of how gratitude, as a daily discipline, can reshape your life. What choice will you make today?
Motivation Fulfilled
Join us for this journey into our ongoing exploration of motivation and fulfillment.
The Roots of Motivation
This begins a multi-part series exploring what motivation is, how to enhance it and how to get the outcomes we desire. Get on board and get your life invigorated.
Micro Series: The Importance of Finding Purpose
Do you have a clear sense of purpose, or are you still exploring what fulfills you? In this micro-series episode, we delve into the importance of understanding your purpose and how it evolves over time. Whether you're refining your vision or just starting to explore, discover why finding your purpose is essential for lasting happiness and fulfillment.Â
Transform Your Life With The Right Questions
Here we bring together everything that we've been learning in this series about how to recognize the questions that define the core of our being. This gives us the power to change them and redefine our lives.