Cultivating Drive as a Leader | Dr. Josh Axe

The best leaders know there’s a time to encourage and a time to challenge themselves and their team. Dr. Josh Axe shares practical tools and phrases for encouraging and challenging-and shares his top health and lifestyle adjustments you can make today.
One way to consistently make wise decisions is to make as many of them as possible ahead of time. I’ve used this strategy to improve my weekly calendar, my study habits, and even how and when I exercise.
There’s an entire framework behind how I do it, and you can find it in my latest book, Think Ahead. You can get your copy here: go2.lc/YTTA
Learn even more about how the brain works and tools for winning the war in your mind with Craig’s book, Winning the War in Your Mind: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life. And, you can apply what you read with the new companion workbook.
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Craig Groeschel is the senior pastor of Life.Church, recognized as one of the largest and most innovative churches in the United States. Craig started the Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast in 2016 as a way to bring empowering insights and easy-to-understand takeaways you can use to grow as a leader-whenever, wherever.
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0:00 - Intro to Dr. Josh Axe
5:00 - Knowing When to Challenge or Encourage Your Team
9:00 - How to Fight Against Your Limiting Beliefs
20:24 - Be Intentional About What You Consume
23:42 - Cultivating Healthy Drive as a Leader
32:29 - Four Simple Changes to Live a Longer, Healthier Life
#CraigGroeschel​ #Leadership #Mindset #Health #DrJoshAxe #AncientNutrition

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“I want to think this, not that!” Love the health habits in this podcast. Small but effective

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“I want to think this, not that!” Awesome talk Dr. Josh Axe

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“I want to think this, not that!” - Great Talk.

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“I want to Think This, Not That”. Thank you for this great talk!

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“I want to think this, not that!” Your podcast is impactful and inspiring! Thank you!

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I want to think this, not that. Thank you, Ps. Craig, for another impactful episode.

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I want to think this and not that ! Wow- Best Episode ever Pastor Craig ! Ancient Nutrition Customer and LIfe Church Follower forever !

[@hubertpark]

"I want to think this, not that" Thank you for this great content - I learned a lot!

[@callieaunko8082]

I want to Think This, Not That. Great teaching and suggestions for better thinking and health!

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“I want to Think This, Not That” - great talk!

[@Heather-vv6fw]

I want to "Think this not that"! Excellent interview!

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It’s probably too late now but I would love to”Think this not that”. Thank you.

[@SarahTrou]

I want to think this and not that! Excellent podcast- “growth in skill and character”

[@michellejohnson180]

I want to think this, not that. Loved this podcast and want to incorporate this as a middle school teacher. Thank you!

[@purityokwu8295]

I want to think like this, not that. Thank you so much for this. God bless you

[@loriheiselman2181]

I want to Think This, Not That! Really great interview - great info to consider as I drink my morning smoothie!

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I want to think this, not that! What a great message! Loved the podcast

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"I want to think this not that" Great episode

[@sierrabrown4303]

I want to think this, not that. Also, Dr. Axe I must say I felt you were totally unrelatable and I could never do anything you've done before this. I was even a little nervous to listen today because I learned of you through Dr. Jockers. Your transparency here really did something for my mindset. Truly appreciated.

[@Jollyjoce]

I want to think this, not that. Thank you for this!

[@aprilgilmore4443]

I want to think this not that! I've worked in an assisted living facility for 15 years moving up to administrator from housekeeper and as the administrator for the past 9 years and since covid it has been more difficult to be a leader and keep good workers and my boss shared your channel and it has helped so much! Thank you

[@user-ci2xy9hy2n]

I want to think this, not that. This was incredibly helpful and refreshing. I don’t know if I’ve ever resonated more with any of your podcasts. Between this and your “pre-decide” series my life has changed for the greater good. I continue to share and am more grateful than I’ll ever be able to express. Thank you Pastor Craig for all that you sacrifice! Thank you Dr. Axe for your enlightening story! May God continue to bless you both abundantly.🙏🏼 -Forever grateful.

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Graaaig, you get the best people on your podcast broski 🤙🏽

[@claudiaharrison726]

Thank you for this valuable conversation. As a person with countless life goals, i am regularly conflicted with how my contribution makes an impact in the world. I have recently learned that impact starts with my immediate and most important relationships; God, myself, my husband, and children. I am working to be a better person everyday (which is the most challenging work i have experienced). I feel like i am on the right track as it is flowing onto others I enfluence.

[@tomorajeti9306]

Thank you for this episode. It was a great encouragment and excellent teaching...a lot of things to think about and much more to change and work with...I really enjoyed the testimonies dr.Axe shared from his own life...

[@germainetay8214]

I want to think this, not that! Great talk by Dr Axe, and learned a lot! Will reflect how to apply these applications to my life too!

[@ValFantozzi]

“I want to think this, not that”. All the Craig podcast and talks, sermons are leaving you thinking better 😊 Thank you 😊 Val 🇦🇷

[@HeyItReallyIsMe]

I want to think like this, not that. Fantastic interview and content! Thank-you!

[@triciaaugeri3846]

Going to have to listen to this again :)

[@BarryEddleman]

Great Pod Cast and life changing!!! 🔥 I want to think this and not that!! Thank you for sharing!!💪🏼

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I want to think this, not that. Thank you both!

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I want to think this, not that! Loved the talk y'all!

[@Brenden_Giles]

I want to think this and not that. Thank you, great podcast.

[@glk0811]

"I want to Think This, Not That." Really encouraging conversation and interesting correlation with inner healing process of replacing memories with God's truth. ♡

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I want to think like this, not that. I absolutely love getting these podcasts every month. I have someone new to follow with Dr. Axe!

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[@bournebrandi]

I want to think this not that. Great podcast as always. I really appreciate the insight into that limiting mindset. Also I am just starting a journey to better health myself so I appreciate the tips! Thank y'all for sowing into us leaders.

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I want to think this, not that! Loved this ❤

[@betterthanmoney426]

I want to Think Like this, not That. I really enjoyed listening/watching this today. I did it while I was working out. I'm a 64 year old pastor. I swim six miles a week and lift weights 3 X's a week. I, too, want to do ministry well into my 90's! I was convicted today about cutting out processed sugar in my life. Thanks for sharing this great interview!

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I want to think this, not that". I enjoyed the interview. Thank you!

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I want to think this, not that! Thank you for the great content.

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I want to think this not that! Awesome episode with so many powerful moments!

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“I want to think this, not that” Thank you for the encouragement🙏🏻

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“I want to think this, not that” this book would be life changing for me.

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I want to think this, not that! Thank you! Awesome content.

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I want to think this not that! Great conversation as always! Love this show

[@shannonnelson3028]

I want to think this, not that. Thank you for this episode - so informative

[@lukehowell8545]

I want to think this, not that! Inspiring episode. Felt challenged to work on my overall wellness

[@C.J.Recher]

“I want to think this not that.” - Great stuff! Listened in my morning run today!

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“I want to think this, not that!” Powerful!

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I want to think this, not that. Loved this video!

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I want to think this, not that! Great podcast. Thanks!

[@coachjohngallagher]

Great episode Dr Axe & Craig - I want to think this, and not that - Either way, I am getting the book!

[@christineandrews2772]

I want to think this not that!! Thank you for the great work you both do.

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I want to Think This Not That! Thank you so much for this. Incredibly impactful… just shared it with all of my family ❤️🙏🏼

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I want to Think This, Not That! 💯💯

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I want to think this, not that! Great one, nice job guys!

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“I want to Think This, Not That” Thank you for sharing this very impactful discussion. I'll definitely be sharing!

[@martinreyes5959]

I want to think this not that. Absolutely awesome podcast thank you Pastor Craig Groeschel & Dr. Josh Axe I appreciate you both.

[@christophershadel4672]

I want to "Think this, Not That" - Love your Work Craig. I appreciate your heart and value the work you do.

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I want to Think This, Not That. I really appreciated the aspects of giving hope and the ABC research.

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I want to think this, not that!!! Just got to this episode. I’ve been struggling with my self talk lately and had a bad feeling about my job. I then just received the news that my position is being eliminated. I feel like I unfortunately feel like I manifested this with my negative self talk lately. Anyways, I think I really need to dive into this book and soak it all in to shift my mindset back to where it was,

[@annelizearthur2420]

What a powerful teaching! I had to change my eating habits and lifestyle to fight off depression and entered a fitness challenge. After focusing on what I eat for a couple of days, I already feel empowered to start my day right and it builds more resilience. I want to think this, not that.

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I want to think this, not that! Great 1st domino of the day : )

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I want to Think This, Not That Really enjoyed the podcast!

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I want to think this not that! Thanks for a great podcast!!

[@jurgenvisser299]

I want to think this, not that. I listen to both Pastor Craig and Dr Axe weekly.

[@tomlundeen1029]

I appreciate so many of these podcasts, and I watch LifeChurch services most weekends, too. Thank you Craig Groeschel for your investment in lives for Jesus' sake. One thing I would have appreciated from your interview would have been to unpack more of Dr. Axe's recent yearlong experience of not being able to really walk. Especially as he encourages certain things to do to live healthier lives, it was a reminder to me that no matter what we do with diet and exercise, there is no guarantee of health and wellness for anyone in a broken world. Thanks again and God bless!

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I want to think this, not that! Thank you!

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I want to think this, not that! What a priceless podcast, thank you, Craig!

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I want this not that! I listened to the May 2, 2025 Apple podcast… I am excited to make these changes. I have been diagnosed with RA and Ankylosing Spondylitis and had been on Plaquenil for almost 18 years. Well, 2 years ago I felt like the medication was effecting my nervous system. So I changed my eating habits and continued teaching warm water aquatic activities for arthritis members at the local YMCA. I am so much better now, but listening to this pod cast, I realized there is more I can do. If there are others that need you to send this book to them, then pass me up… because I will read it or listen to it. Thank you for your ministry! ❤🙌🏻🙏

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So good and very informative topic

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I loved this podcast! I want to think this, not that! Dr. Josh Axe is great!

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I want to think this not that. Just listened on Spotify. Great interview and informative! Thanks!

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I want to think this, not that! Thank you for another great leadership podcast.

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I want to Think Like this, Not That. This was perfect timing for me in hearing this message. Thank you both for your ministries.

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Love this so much! I want to think this not that!

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I want to think this not that! So happy to see 2 of my faves together on the same podcast! 💗

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So interesting to hear he was not able to walk a year ago. I have drop foot and would love to work on changing my mindset to heal drop foot.

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I want to think this, not that! Love the encouragement and wisdom in this podcast!

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I want to think this, not that! Thank you for continuing to help me/us grow in so many ways. I appreciate you guys!

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I want to think this not that! I love listening to this leadership podcast and also review the content with my leaders!

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I want to think this, not that. Such good stuff

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Very helpful

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I want to think this not that! And wow… another fantastic journey in leadership learning today! Thank you both!!!

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I want to Think This, Not That! Amazing, practical principles!

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This was one of you absolute best guests!!!! Love this DR!!!!

[@JeffHunsaker]

I want to think this not that. So appreciate your positive and clear guidance.

[@rickeydixon3144]

I want to Think This, Not That! Thank you pastor Craig and Josh for this great episode! I’ve been listening to the podcast for about a year now and this one of the best episodes I’ve come across. I loved the variety of information from the talk about having the right mind shifts, diet and other aspects in life💯

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I want to Think This Not That! Just finished with the podcast and had to come over to KZbin! Absolutely love your podcast and love growing each day! Thanks again for all you do!

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I would love Think This, Not That! Thank you for encouraging me to change my mindset.

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I want to think this, not that Phenomenal podcast very impactful thank you for your great leadership and the impactful value you add to us all 🙏🏽God bless you

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“Think this not that”. Better late than never 😁

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I cannot wait to share this episode to my LI network. I want to Think this Not That even if I don’t win your book. So inspiring. My mind is 🤯. I know I was meant to hear this today! Wow.

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I Want to Think This, Not That! I need a re-set!

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Such a great podcast! Practical, insightful, & revelatory!

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@craiggroeschel I want to Think This, Not That! Thank you both for adding value to my journey!

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I want to think this, not that! Won the morning today 👏🏼☀️

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I want to think this, not that! Powerful episode, thank you both for such a densely informative, inspirational, and challenging interview!

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I want to think this and not that! I love you both

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I want to think this, not that! 🩷 I may be a few days for this comment, but that episode was the first one I listened to just discovering that Pastor Craig you do podcasts!! Thanks for helping me discover Dr. Josh Axe!