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As you may have heard, I am open and unabashed about my love for Timothy Ferriss.
And right up there with Tim is another man whom I totally admire, Anthony Robbins. In case you live under a rock, Tony is a peak performance coach who began his career working for the business philosopher Jim Rohn as a teen. He later promoted his own self-help products and seminars through his infamous infomercials, and has personally coached many professional athletes, top investors, and politicians. I believe Tony to be the most prolific speaker in the space of personal development.
(And if you’re wondering why a happily married woman touts her adoration for these Adonis-like creatures, you clearly haven’t heard my husband diatribe about the exquisiteness and air of his beloved Mila Kunis…)
But back on point:
Grow, Or I Will Swallow You Whole!
Tony Robbins’ new show “Breakthroughs With (you guessed it!) Tony Robbins” premiered on Tuesday night, and naturally I watched it as any fanatic would.
Tony brought a husband and wife who had been struck with tragedy on their wedding day to his island and resort in Fiji to teach them how to repair their relationship.
(If you want to learn more about the show, you can read a synopsis of it here and watch the full episode here.)
It was dramatic, it was dripping with heightened emotion, it was transformational, and I’m sure I’ll tune in again.
But what gets me the most inspired about Tony is how QUICKLY he can change someone’s belief, mindset, and attitude. He doesn’t believe you need to spend months – or years - on a couch to heal. His gift is to take broken people and teach them to find their power. And at the end of the day (or network hour) every one goes home happy.
I had the pleasure of seeing Tony train at his last “Unleash The Power Within” event in Atlanta a few years ago. (Many know this event as the “fire-walk” because each participant, including moi, are prepped to walk on fire the first evening of the weekend to understand how to tap into his or her potential.) Tony is larger than life, and I doubt he would’ve had the same career if God made him a foot shorter. Really, the man is enormous! And his passion and excitement are even more in-your-face and pronounced in person than from what I saw on TV this week.
What I learned most from Tony was about how capable we truly are as human beings. When I explained the fire-walk experience to my friends afterward, I was met with disbelief. The only way I found that I could describe it was to liken it to the super-human strength a mom may exhibit to lift a car off of her trapped child. It’s a news story we’ve all heard and thought, “Yeah, that makes sense.”
But to tap into this power everyday as I sit down at my computer to make something beautiful is a delta I’m still learning to bridge!
What do you think about Tony Robbins? Did you watch “Breakthrough” on Tuesday night? What did you think?
Thanks for commenting below!
29. July 2010 at 2:06 pm
Hi Melissa,
Terrific post with a bit of personal humor thrown in. I adore Tim Ferriss but probably not quite at the same degree as you, lol. I love Tim’s book and following his adventures all over the world through his blog. Tony Robbins is equally amazing. I haven’t watched it but inspired to check it out.
Janette
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31. July 2010 at 8:19 am
thanks janette, i definitely need to spend more time on Tim’s blog to keep up my “band-aid” status!
29. July 2010 at 4:55 pm
Hi Melissa,
I watched it. I have loved Tony Robbins for many years. He was one of my favorites to listen to audios to keep motivated. I thought the show was good. I really felt for the couple who had such a devastating accident at their wedding. Amazing how Tony helped them change the thinking.
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31. July 2010 at 8:24 am
yeah he definitely paved the way for many other personal development gurus. i was wondering “how the heck is he gonna fix this couple!??!” when the show started… then he worked his tony magic! thanks for the comment melodie
30. July 2010 at 1:59 pm
Hi Melodie,
I’m writing this as I am crewing the Unleash the Power Within event in Long Beach. It was a joy to see peoples faces light up after they breakthrough by walking over fire. As you know that was only Day 1.
So happy to see Tony being on Primetime TV. This will bring Personal Development and Coaching to the forefront.
I’ve been blessed to be trained in all the technologies of a Robbins Master Coach.
My last post was on Tony’s show as well. =)
Namaste,
Eiji
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31. July 2010 at 8:26 am
how awesome eiji! i have a client there that had an amazing experience at the firewalk. i can’t wait to debrief with her when she gets back! that’s terrific you are part of the crew.
30. July 2010 at 3:29 pm
Hi Melissa,
I know about Tony Robbins, but I haven’t really watched him. Based on your description, I will take a look at the show.
A few weeks ago, I did have the pleasure of hearing his son Jairek speak at the “No Excuses” Event. I later interviewed him and got to chat for a little while. He was very warm, intelligent and personable, not to mention really, really smart!
Thanks for sharing this info. We all need someone to look up to!
Mentor Mama
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31. July 2010 at 8:31 am
how cool that you met Jairek and had a personal convo with him… way to go mama! i’m sure you’d enjoy the show–check it out!
30. July 2010 at 4:27 pm
Hi Melissa,
I love Tony Robbins, but have not seen the show. I’ll have to remedy that. It is truly exciting to see Tony have a prime time show. So many people need to hear his message. Thanks for sharing about it.
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31. July 2010 at 8:32 am
you gotta tune in next week debbie! =)
7. August 2010 at 7:12 pm
Hi Melissa,
I absolutely loved the show, it’s the inspiration we all needed. However, I heard that it just got pulled from NBC’s line up.
I’m so bummed. But that certainly does NOT take away the power this wonderful man has.
Thanks for this great post.
Jerome Ratliff
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10. August 2010 at 5:26 pm
really??!?! i hadn’t heard that, bummer! i know they signed on for just 6 episodes, so hopefully they’ll show all 6 to begin with so you and i can spend the next month promoting it to our networks! tweet this people, tweet your hearts out!
17. August 2010 at 9:57 am
Hi Melissa –
I was so sorry I missed the first episode – we don’t get NBC :-p
BUT I did find all 6 episodes on Hulu yesterday and proceeded to watch them all! Grin. I guess I love him too.
There’s a not there that says they’re available on that site till 9/4.
It’s especially intriguing to see him in action with his coaching style – right there with you with a thumbs up re. making large shifts in short times … heck with the couch.
I enjoyed your post – your voice is strong in your writing
Nice to meet you!
Andrea
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17. August 2010 at 7:59 pm
oooh oh oh thanks for sharing that link andrea! i didn’t know they were all up on hulu! and to think how much people have paid for that coaching, amazing! what a wonderful resource!
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14. September 2011 at 3:09 am
I was wondering “how the heck is he gonna fix this couple!??!” when the show started… then he worked his tony magic! thanks for the comment melody
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26. September 2011 at 9:37 am
I love Tim’s book and following his adventures all over the world through his blog. Tony Robbins is equally amazing. I haven’t watched it but inspired to check it out. |
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14. October 2011 at 6:58 pm
I doubt he would’ve had the same career if God made him a foot shorter. Really, the man is enormous! And his passion and excitement are even more in-your-face and pronounced in person than from what I saw on TV this week.
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29. October 2011 at 8:30 am
Lovely post! He was one of my favorites to listen to audios to keep motivated. I thought the show was good. I really felt for the couple who had such a devastating accident at their wedding. Thanks for sharing.
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