Brad Stulberg
Brad Stulberg is an author and coach who writes about performance, well-being, mental health, and sustainable success. His books include Peak Performance, The Practice of Groundedness, and Master of Change, which draw on psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy to make research on resilience and excellence accessible to athletes, leaders, and general readers.
Biography & Author's Journey
Brad Stulberg has built his career at the intersection of performance, public health, and the search for durable excellence. Educated at the University of Michigan, where he earned a BA in 2008 and an MHSA in 2012, he came to these questions through two early tracks: a deep involvement in athletics and an academic interest in health and health systems. An early period in management consulting became a pivotal turning point. By his own account, the experience intensified both his drive and his encounter with burnout, pushing him toward a body of work focused on how people can strive ambitiously without collapsing under the strain. ((https://sph.umich.edu/faculty-profiles/stulberg-brad.html))
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The Practice of Groundedness
Brad Stulberg
A transformative path to success and well-being through groundedness, patience, and meaningful connections.
Master of Change
Brad Stulberg
Embrace change with rugged flexibility, adapting to life's constant flux for growth and stability.
Peak performance
Brad Stulberg & Steve Magness
Uncover the secrets of top performers across fields, blending inspiring stories with cutting-edge science to boost your own success.
The Passion Paradox
Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness
Explore the double-edged sword of passion, learning to harness its power while avoiding burnout and achieving meaningful success.
The Practice of Groundedness
Brad Stulberg
A transformative path to success and well-being through groundedness, patience, and meaningful connections.
Master of Change
Brad Stulberg
Embrace change with rugged flexibility, adapting to life's constant flux for growth and stability.
Peak performance
Brad Stulberg & Steve Magness
Uncover the secrets of top performers across fields, blending inspiring stories with cutting-edge science to boost your own success.
The Passion Paradox
Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness
Explore the double-edged sword of passion, learning to harness its power while avoiding burnout and achieving meaningful success.
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Mastering Self, Mind, Culture & Wellness
Mastering Self, Mind, Culture & Wellness
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Mastering Life, Mind, & Human Performance
Mastering Life, Mind, & Human Performance
This plan is essential for high-achievers looking to bridge the gap between potential and peak performance. It is designed for professionals and individuals who want to master their internal psychology, habits, and emotional resilience to excel in demanding environments.
Strengthen My Mindset
Strengthen My Mindset
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Mindfulness, Marketing & Peak Performance
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Self-Improvement, Mindfulness & Psychology
Self-Improvement, Mindfulness & Psychology
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Grow, Build & Mind: Self-Improvement Guide
Grow, Build & Mind: Self-Improvement Guide
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Psychology, Fitness & Self-Improvement
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Community Voices
"Brad Stulberg is one of my favorite writers about two of my favorite topics: physical and mental performance"
— Ryan Holiday
"Brad Stulberg is one of the most gifted science writers of our times, a master at translating fascinating findings into concrete strategies"
— Kelly McGonigal
"Brad Stulberg is the writer I turn to for examinations of success in all of its personal and professional complexities"
— David Epstein
"Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness have written an essential playbook for success, happiness, and getting the most out of ourselves and our lives"
— Arianna Huffington
"Brad Stulberg is my favorite health and science writer and Steve Magness is a deeply thoughtful coach of champions"
— Amy Cuddy
"The Way of Excellence is Brad Stulberg at his very best: relentlessly pragmatic, truly wise, and genuinely helpful"
— Derek Thompson
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From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
