Joe DiStefano is a global authority on how to optimize wellness and longevity on the path to improving fitness and sports performance. After over 17 years of professional experience in the fitness industry, Joe has had the opportunity to coach some of the world's top athletes, instructed over 100 live events in 15+ countries, and spoken on the TED stage. In today’s multifaceted discussion, Joe gives his thoughts on crossing the threshold between a life of survival and a life of thriving, as he explores the emotions that come with survival (ex. shame, fear, guilt, etc.) and those virtues that allow one to thrive (ex. Love, humility, selflessness, etc.). In particular, Joe addresses the true nature of shame and how its destructive effects manifest themselves even before we engage in the thing that we perceive will bring us shame. “Whatever we think,” he says, “we basically receive.” He shares his personal rituals that have helped him break out of and steer clear of the trap of negativity, including ice baths and stream-of-consciousness writing. By rubbing up against the threshold of discomfort, says Joe, the mind and body develops a higher tolerance for pain. Finally, Joe explains why it’s more important today than ever before to surround yourself with circles of influence and constellations of support.   Follow Joe @coachjoedi Follow Chase @chase_chewning   Episode resources: Save 15% on Strong Coffee Company with code CHASE at www.StrongCoffeeCompany.com Save 20% on the new Chocolate Gold by Organifi with code EVERFORWARD at www.Organifi.com/everforward Get approved for your VA Home Loan in 5 minutes with Hero Loan at www.HeroLoan.com  Get the book King, Warrior, Magician, Lover at https://amzn.to/3mFMnaE  Learn more at https://chasechewning.com/podcasts/episode/544