Somebody Now Ep 2: Embracing the Journey and the Suck

In this episode of Somebody Now, Jenn sits down with Sam Goodman, founder of the Fulfillment Source Code and author of 'Life's Six Buckets.' The duo dives deep into their journeys as entrepreneurs, the importance of resilience, and the complexities of bringing ideas to life. They discuss the evolution of technology, the immense challenges faced by modern entrepreneurs, and the critical role of mindfulness and adaptability. Sam also shares insights on the Fulfillment Source Code, a program designed to teach kids essential life skills through fun, evidence-based lessons. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about overcoming obstacles, embracing the grind, and setting realistic goals.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:44 Weekly Catch-Up and Personal Updates
02:25 Challenges of Entrepreneurship
11:09 The Fulfillment Source Code
20:41 The Journey of Learning and Neuroplasticity
21:14 The iPad Generation and Mental Health Awareness
22:13 The Overwhelming Information Age
24:34 AI and Its Impact on Society
25:31 The Challenges of Modern Parenting
34:08 The Reality of Expectations and Fulfillment
39:07 Conclusion and Future Content



Sam's Links:
https://linktr.ee/samgoodmanfsc

During this Episode Sam referenced a few big brains. Here they are in the event you wanted to learn more on your own:

Daniel Kahneman – Known for his work on cognitive biases, which Sam discussed in the context of The Fulfillment Source Code. https://kahneman.scholar.princeton.edu/

John Ratey (often spelled "Rady") – Sam mentioned him in connection with brain development and neuroplasticity.
http://www.johnratey.com/

Andrew Huberman – Referenced in relation to how the brain loves to play and learn through simulation.
https://www.hubermanlab.com/

Will Richardson – Sam mentioned his TED Talk on "what’s wrong with education," particularly in terms of what the brain dislikes in traditional schooling.
https://willrichardson.com/

Mo Gawdat – He was referenced regarding the "Happiness Equation," as Sam explained how our expectations can affect our perception of reality.
https://www.mogawdat.com/

Elon Musk – He referenced Musk’s perspective on the difficulty of moving an idea from thought to scale for large populace
https://x.com/elonmusk

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