Mike Posner's expansive, multi-platinum discography has earned him global recognition. His songs have been streamed more than 10 billion times, and his pop single "I Took a Pill in Ibiza” was nominated for Song of The Year at the 2017 Grammys. In addition to his own music, Posner has written hits for some of the world's biggest artists, including Maroon 5 and Justin Bieber.

In 2019, Posner walked nearly 3,000 miles across North America in an effort to inspire people to challenge themselves, surviving a rattlesnake bite along the way. He then made it to the peak of Mount Everest in 2021, raising more than $250,000 for the Detroit Justice Center.

I’m honored to welcome the incredibly talented and inspirational Mike Posner to the show. You might know Mike from his multi-platinum discography. His global hits like “I Took a Pill in Ibiza” have been streamed over 10 billion times, earning him a Grammy nomination and a revered spot in the music world. Mike's also the mastermind behind chart-topping songs for icons like Maroon 5 and Justin Bieber. 

But what truly sets him apart isn't just his musical prowess; it’s his remarkable humility and relentless pursuit of growth and self-discovery.

In 2019, Mike embarked on a near 3,000-mile trek across North America, a life-changing journey that included surviving a life-threatening rattlesnake bite. This extraordinary feat was followed by scaling the heights of Mount Everest in 2021 while raising over $250,000 for the Detroit Justice Center. Through these endeavors, Mike's not just challenging his limits but also inspiring others to explore their potential and discover true freedom and purpose.

In today's episode, Mike and I delve into the profound lessons learned from his incredible experiences. We discuss how challenges and pain can be powerful catalysts for growth and evolution. Mike shares his insights on reaching the pinnacle of success in the music industry, the inspiration behind his monumental walk across the United States, and how a rattlesnake bite reshaped his perspective. 

We also get into the nitty-gritty of his songwriting genius, our shared love for great music, and what’s left to conquer on his dream to-do list. And – for the first time on The Life Stylist Podcast – Mike performs a song, live, bringing his soulful sound right to your ears. 

His journey, from the peaks of musical fame to the highest peak on Earth itself, is a testament to living life with intention, humility, and love as guiding forces. This episode is packed with life lessons about finding fulfillment, staying grounded, and embracing life’s gifts. So tune in, get inspired, and let’s explore the power of transformation with the one and only, Mike Posner.

 
 

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(00:00:09) Learning to Embrace Challenges as Gifts

  • Lessons from a snakebite while walking across the country

  • Parsing attention vs. love

  • Understanding collective vs. individual identities 

  • Why we feel victimized or identify as a victim

  • The process of transmuting challenges into gifts

  • Can you change the past?

(00:20:36) A Grammy Nominated Artist’s Quest for Fulfillment 

  • Mike’s experience of achieving external success and not feeling fulfilled

  • The turning point in Mike’s life that led him to walk across the U.S. 

  • His best advice for navigating life

  • Exploring how we underestimate ourselves

(00:39:07) Finding Ultimate Freedom & Accountability in Love

  • Mike’s biggest dream for his future 

  • Bringing one's highest potential into actualization 

  • Revisiting what freedom really looks like 

  • What withholding love can do to you 

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(00:51:21) Mike Posner’s Humility Hacks & Tools For Staying Grounded

(01:10:16) Inside an Intentional Cross Country Rite of Passage

  • The logistics of walking across the U.S. 

  • What happened when he was bitten by a rattlesnake

  • The difference between a supported vs. unsupported trek

  • Mike shares eye-opening takeaways from his journey 

  • What the end of his journey felt like and the ceremony that took place

(01:30:42) All About The Music: Mike Posner’s Songwriting Inspo & Flow

  • Where the songs Mike writes really come from 

  • How he opens the channel of inspiration 

  • Mike’s dream collaborations

  • The recording and production process

  • Discussing our love of music and drums 

(01:47:44) Mike’s Favorite Methods for Growth & Evolution

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