Our whole lives we've been told two competing messages: be unique, but also fit in; be original, but make sure you're accepted. So which is it? In this episode, we unpack the tension at the heart of identity—the paradox of being completely one of one while still being made of the same "frozen water" as everyone else.

If these concepts and ideas have inspired you to begin your journey toward becoming one of one, we highly encourage you to pre-order a hardcover copy of Adrian Crawford's Magnum Opus: The Art of Becoming One of One.

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You are unique, but you're not superior. You're human. And learning to live in that tension may be one of the most important leadership skills of our generation.

• Authenticity vs performance

• Belonging vs fitting in

• Personal growth and self development

• The difference between finding yourself and becoming yourself

• Identity in an age of social media

• Confidence without ego

• Leadership rooted in humility

• Purpose, calling, and self awareness

• Why most people cosplay uniqueness

• How to stop performing and start becoming

If you've ever struggled with:

• Comparison

• Feeling behind

• Trying to stand out

• Trying to fit in

• Losing yourself in success

• Chasing approval

• Wanting deeper meaning and purpose

This episode is for you.

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If you feel like the world is shifting faster than you can process… If you're exhausted from performing… If you know there's something deeper in you that hasn't fully come alive yet…

This episode is your starting point.

This week on The New Rules Podcast, we launch a brand-new season centered around one idea: Magnum Opus: The Art of Becoming One of One — your great work.

But not the kind you put on a résumé.

The kind you become.

In Episode 107, we unpack what it means to design your internal world instead of letting culture design it for you. As systems destabilize and predictability fades, the question is no longer, "How do I win the game?" — it's "Who am I becoming inside of it?"

This conversation explores why so many feel misaligned and stuck in performance although it's exhausting, and how to begin the process of becoming "one of one."

We introduce a powerful four-phase framework inspired by Adrian Crawford's powerful new book Magnum Opus: The Art of Becoming One of One.

• Echo – Discovering the inherited narratives, history, and internal patterns shaping you

• Chisel – Developing disciplines that bring your real self forward

• Fire – Integrating your gifts into the world with power and responsibility

• Work – Evaluating whether your life is producing real impact or just personal gain

This episode dives into:

• How your internal world is being formed — whether you're intentional or not

• The mental and emotional cost of living disconnected from yourself

• How modern systems mass-produce performance instead of cultivating originality

• Why creativity feels rare in today's world

• The difference between being impressive and being integrated

• Why great work is formed in "little rooms" before it's seen in big ones

• How responsibility — not astrology, personality tests, or systems — shapes identity

This isn't a "5 steps to success" conversation.

It's an invitation.

To slow down.
To sit with deeper questions.
To stop outsourcing your design.
To take ownership of who you're becoming.

Magnum Opus: The Art of Becoming One of One sets the foundation for a season focused on identity, leadership, creativity, and building something that outlives you.

If you're ready to stop performing and start becoming, this episode is for you.

More of a visual person?

You can WATCH today's episode on our Youtube Channel:

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@WriteNewRules

To stay connected, visit us at the following places to help as a guide for you on your journey to becoming an authentic leader!

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Purchase the book today: https://www.newrulescollective.com/product-page/magnum-opus-the-art-of-becoming-one-of-one

If you're heading into change, feeling the weight of decision-making, or wanting to lead yourself more intentionally, this episode will help you slow down, think critically, and move forward with clarity.

This week on The New Rules Podcast, Bri is joined by producer Lauren for a reflective, honest conversation to close out the year. Together, they unpack what it looks like to learn yourself deeply, take responsibility for your internal world, and develop the foresight needed to navigate pressure, transition, and uncertainty.

This episode explores why reflection isn't just a year-end exercise, but a lifelong discipline that turns awareness into wisdom. From tracking patterns and managing fear to understanding responsibility, calling, and self-governance, this conversation offers language and perspective for anyone stepping into a new season.

We cover:

• Why reflection is essential for growth, not just insight

• How to track patterns before they become problems

• The difference between awareness and responsibility

• Learning to anticipate pressure instead of reacting to it

• Self-governance and owning your internal world

• How commitment shapes maturity over time

• Using reflection as foresight, not hindsight

• Why knowing yourself matters more than controlling outcomes

This episode is thoughtful, grounding, and deeply practical for anyone committed to becoming wiser, more self-aware, and more intentional in the year ahead.

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LinkedIn: Adrian Crawford

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