Published Nov 2, 2015

Justin Boreta Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)

Justin Boreta of The Glitch Mob shares the band's groundbreaking approaches to touring and music production, revealing how mindfulness and intuition guide their creative process, and offering insights into his personal rituals that fuel both his art and personal growth.
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  • Morning Rituals

    shares his structured morning routine, which sets a positive tone for his day. He practices transcendental meditation for 20 minutes, a habit he finds life-changing, helping him avoid the mental clutter of technology first thing in the morning 1. Justin also emphasizes the importance of not checking his phone or computer for the first hour after waking up, allowing him to focus on making tea, meditating, and engaging in a quick workout 2.

    Meditation for me actually was something that got me out of that state. So I wake up, I don't look at any technology.

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    This routine includes reading and a paleo-style breakfast, which he believes contributes to his overall well-being 2.

       

    Life Philosophy

    Justin's life philosophy is deeply influenced by advice from his family, which guides both his personal and professional life. He recalls his sister's wisdom about valuing love and relationships, especially as people near the end of their lives, which serves as a reminder of what truly matters 3. Additionally, his father's simple yet profound advice, "don't force it," has become a guiding principle in his creative process and life decisions 4.

    It's seemingly such a simple thing that's really just stuck with me, and it's been kind of one of the it's become something of a it's an aphorism that's that's really stuck with me.

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    This approach encourages allowing things to happen organically, avoiding the pitfalls of forcing outcomes 4.