Escape the Drift: Recent Episodes
Jacob Egbert
Do you have a deepening curiosity about the subconscious?
Have you wondered about the actual power of mediation and other portals into that realm like psychedelics or plant medicine?
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Escape the Drift is hosted by Dr. Jacob Egbert, Creator of the OOTO Method of Meditation and Facilitator of the Your Human Experience Coaching.
Dr. Egbert brings to this show his unique expertise combining traditional medicine knowledge with a deep understanding of transformative mindset training to help you navigate challenges and create a life of freedom and ease.
Escape the Drift releases weekly.
In this episode, Jacob explores the concept of the "end of self-improvement." Reflecting on an older gentleman's critique of the self-help movement, Jacob challenges the self-centered focus prevalent in his generation, advocating for a shift towards world improvement. He shares a poignant analogy about being a tool for the greater good, emphasizing the need to contribute meaningfully to society rather than indulging in excessive self-improvement for personal satisfaction. Jacob also encourages you to prioritize actions that benefit others, positioning self-improvement as a means to enhance your ability to serve the world.
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In this episode, Jacob challenges the conventional question of "how much is your health worth?" by flipping it to "how much health is your life worth?" Delving into personal examples and societal implications, he explores the intersection of health, worth, and success, prompting you to reevaluate your investments into your well-being.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the concept of heaven, not from a religious standpoint, but as a powerful motivational tool for happiness. He delves into the idea that setting grand, almost impossible goals creates a constant pursuit, generating happiness in the incremental progress toward achieving them—revealing the secret to a fulfilling life.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the concept of being both a monk and a motherfucker. He explores the dynamic balance between the peaceful, nurturing qualities of a monk and the assertive, protective nature of a motherfucker. He challenges you to examine your natural responses to challenges, urging you to embrace both aspects for a more holistic and empowered existence and you journey toward self-actualization.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the drift that keeps people from choosing themselves, recounting real-life examples of individuals who have either embraced or resisted this path. He passionately encourages you to connect with your inner desires, dreams, and the authentic self you may have suppressed in order to break free from conformity and embrace your true potential.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the concept of "Don't Play Small." He explores how playing it safe and not showcasing your full potential can lead to inauthenticity, diminished trust, and missed opportunities. Jacob encourages you to embrace your strengths and capabilities, be unapologetically yourself, and in a positive sense, be the most threatening person in the room. He also explains that not playing small will ultimately lead to greater trust, acceptance and belonging.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the concept of purpose and emphasizes the distinction between "wants" and "needs" when pursuing a purpose, highlighting how attaching a sense of necessity to your goals can lead to greater success and impact. Jacob shares personal examples of how he's applied this principle to his own life and business endeavors. He encourages you to shift from wanting to needing, offering practical insights and a meditation course to help create a compelling vision for your future self.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the concept of "Leaders Go First." He delves into the importance of leadership from an evolutionary perspective and how leaders are often looked up to for safety and progress. Jacob touches on personal experiences with leaders in his life, like his dad and grandpa, who influenced his choices. He introduces the trust formula - credibility, reliability, intimacy, over self-orientation - as essential for successful leadership. He also emphasizes the significance of leaders taking the first step in relationships, protection, and setting an example for others.
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In this episode, Jacob explores the profound question of "Who am I?" He challenges you to go beyond superficial descriptors and dive into the identity that you assign yourself. Jacob emphasizes the power of creating a future version of yourself and invites you to answer the question, "Who am I?" with the courage to define your own identity.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the concept of "Supranormal," delving into how modern society bombards us with supranormal stimuli in various forms, from processed foods to digital entertainment. Jacob challenges you to recognize and seek out more "normal" stimuli to find genuine satisfaction and accomplishment in life.
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In this episode, Jacob delves into the prevalent nature of lying, both to oneself and to others. He acknowledges how lying can hinder personal growth and authenticity. Drawing from his own experiences, he discusses the energetic toll of maintaining lies and the liberating power of truth-telling. Jacob explores lies of omission, the cost of not following through on commitments, and how untruths can drain personal energy. He emphasizes that embracing truth leads to an enriched life, despite the initial discomfort.
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In this episode, Jacob delves into the world of self-help books, dissecting their potential benefits and pitfalls. Exploring the allure of vicarious experience and moral licensing, he challenges you to move beyond mere entertainment and embrace actionable change. Jacob advocates implementing self-help teachings before seeking more, drawing parallels to educational progression. He also invites you to choose education over entertainment, thereby avoiding the drift and genuinely helping yourself.
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In this episode, Jacob delves into the concept of generative force – the power to create and shape intentional progress. He discusses how life force and generative force differ, emphasizing that the latter requires deliberate action and words to bring ideas into reality. Jacob explains that through articulation and action, anyone can wield the generative force to escape default routines and manifest desired outcomes. He explores the courage needed to break from societal norms, encourages attaching timelines to goals for effective generation, and invites you to harness your generative force to drive intentional change and growth.
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In this episode, Jacob explores the concept of "getting back on track." He discusses the importance of setting clear intentions and goals, and how drifting off track can hinder progress. Jacob emphasizes replacing "should" with "could" to foster positive energy and motivation. He shares practical strategies to align actions with goals and reiterate the importance of vividly envisioning your desired future.
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In this episode, Jacob reflects on the necessity of men in our culture. He discusses the roles men traditionally fulfill in providing for basic needs and creating safety and security, while women contribute to higher levels of emotional connection and self-esteem. Jacob explores the idea that men who embrace sensitivity and emotional capabilities are able to do so because the foundational needs have already been secured by other men. He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and appreciating the vital contributions men make in ensuring our society functions.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the importance of taking a break for rejuvenation and highlights the role of growth factors in the body's healing and regeneration processes. He explores various methods, including optimizing hormones and utilizing peptides and stem cells, to enhance the body's natural rejuvenation. Jacob also emphasizes the significance of quality sleep and encourages you to find ways to incorporate breaks into your daily life for improved health and well-being.
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In this episode, Jacob explores the topic of masculinity, addressing the misconception of it being toxic. He discusses the inherent polarity between masculinity and femininity, highlighting their unique roles and how they complement each other. Jacob emphasizes that toxicity is not exclusive to masculinity and that true masculinity is about being a responsible leader and protector. He also delves into the importance of men taking the lead in relationships and providing before expecting to receive.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the notion of "doing it for the kids" and explores how to excel in order to become the person children truly need. Focusing on being the man children need, he discusses the responsibilities and duties of being a father, emphasizing the importance of sacrifice and selflessness. Jacob shares personal insights and practices, including meditation and setting intentions, as he contemplates how to be a better dad. He also delves into the natural progression of a child's attachment to their parents and the significance of passing on a family business or legacy.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the concept of being "all in" and the phenomenon it creates. Using the analogy of burning the boats, he discusses the importance of having no other option and the power it unleashes within yourself. Jacob shares personal struggles of balancing a day job and a side hustle, emphasizing the need to go "all in" to achieve one's dreams. He also explores the "all in" phenomenon in relation to physical fitness and relationships, highlighting the barriers and discomfort that prevent people from fully committing. Jacob also challenges you to identify areas in your life where you can embrace the "all in" mentality and pursue your goals with unwavering determination.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the importance of identifying your heart's purpose and staying true to it. He shares his personal experience of discovering his heart's purpose as elevating the experience of being human through transformative health. He emphasizes the need for aligning your purpose with what is good and warns against attaching yourself to a purpose assigned by others. He further discusses the challenges faced while pursuing your heart's purpose and the consequences of deviating from it.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the concept of hormesis, which describes the bell curve of benefit and cost of a stimulus. He provides examples, such as exercise, food, and time with loved ones, and discusses the benefits and dangers of ice baths, saunas, and exercise. He also explains how your body responds to these stimuli, the importance of finding the optimal exposure to benefit from them, and how hormetic responses can result in increased dopamine levels.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the importance of staying hungry in order to achieve your goals. He shares how comfort and satisfaction can hinder your progress and how deviating from your principles can lead to downward momentum. Jacob talks about realigning with your desired outcomes and shares a personal trigger he uses to stay focused on his physical goals. He emphasizes the importance of embracing hunger and avoiding unnecessary snacking in order to create space for the vital nutrients your bodies need. Listen in for practical tips on staying hungry and achieving success!
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In this episode, Jacob discusses his recent plans to quit practicing medicine as a physician, the reasons leading up to this decision, and how he reconciled this sentiment by becoming newly inspired and committed to do what he was meant to do.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the full expression of man and masculinity, what it means to be a free man, and incorporating being a free man into your faith, family, freedom, and fitness.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the perspective of looking at challenging times as hard and painful versus looking at them as an opportunity to seek greater personal growth and a more fulfilled life.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses biological aging and the concept of anti-aging as well as his own methods and reasons to pursue anti-aging.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses standing up for what is right as well as the need, obligation, and calling to become as dangerous, if not more so, than any potential monster that poses a threat to yourself and your loved ones.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses determining what God is, or who God is, on an individual basis through observation and interpretation of external and internal experiences as well as one perspective of God being a force for good that promotes and supports the propagation of life.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the significance of the freedoms we enjoy as a result of our ability to physically and mentally move about without restriction.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses creating an empowering context to your surroundings which enables you to accordingly alter your perceptions and actions.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses how anything you speak becomes, how you be determines what you will do, and what you do will determine what you have.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the body as a physical record of everything that you have ever done and being more intentional about your experiences going forward as you write your story and dictate your record.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses his experience being around death in his personal and professional life, living a long and healthy life before the inevitabilty of the end, and saying "thank you" to life with a beautiful death.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses some biological and cultural components of being a man as well as some of the more nuanced characteristics of what it means to be a man.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses developing the courage to try, the strengthening of your courage, and seeking opportunities to exercise your courage.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the existence of good and evil and evaluates both of those from an intuitive perspective as they relate to their effect on the individual and collective life force.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses observing yourself and recognizing where you are using emotion irresponsibly and developing your ability to regulate your emotions and demonstrate emotional responsibility.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the positive aspects of your ego, choosing how to express your individualism, who you want to become, and which path to travel going forward as well as using your ego to serve you and help you succeed in life.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses looking beyond mere actions and evaluating belief systems and your subconscious operating system in determining the root cause of outcomes that you experience in life.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses his definition of health that include evolutionary, biological, physical, societal and cultural components that factor into your capacity to maximize your given attributes and optimize your potential.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the origin story of the parent company, Your Human Experience, and the significance behind each term of the name as well as the mission and vision of the company.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses four categories of the life matrix in detail on which you can focus and that allow you to develop, grow, and add order amid chaos.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses creating the best version of yourself and achieving the highest standard you can achieve at the top of one or more aspirational food chains.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses freeing yourself by living in the light and being honest with yourself and others when you are unapologetic in your behavior, especially sexual behavior, and in who you are.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses his experience and what he learned at Burning Man in Nevada and the four reasons why you won't go and experience it for yourself.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the subtle distractions that become habitual, and neurologically gratifying, that pull you away from the more significant objectives that you are pursuing.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses being up to something that you are striving for, putting yourself at risk, looking to go bigger, feeling alive, and giving life purpose.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses looking at what is true, or "what's so" about a thing, and aligning yourself with "what's so" for greater peace and satisfaction.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses the launch of his meditation course and the different modules that will set your mindset up for success in life.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses how your individual discipline toward each specific area of your life creates an interconnected level of success in all those areas collectively.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses ways to fill up your tank and how you are free when you have a full tank financially, physically, socially, and spiritually.
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In this episode, Jacob discusses eliminating uncertainty by having intention each day, being willing to work for what you want, and creating what will happen going forward.
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Recognizing where you are is the first step to getting where you want to be.
In the first episode we talk about the drift. What is it?
How did you get caught in it and how do you escape it?
This episode sets the stage for the journey ahead.
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