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Episode 3016:

Firecracker reflects on her past as a "hater," resisting the hard truths of Larry Smith's TED talk on fear and excuses. Over time, she recognizes that her resistance was rooted in fear of failure, leading her to push past self-doubt and pursue her dreams. Her journey highlights the power of self-awareness, the courage to face discomfort, and the importance of stepping out of the safety of excuses to build a fulfilling life.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.millennial-revolution.com/freedom/i-used-to-be-a-hater/

Quotes to ponder:

"When you’re afraid, it’s easy to become a hater. Because haters don’t need to step into the arena, they don’t need to look ridiculous, they don’t need to show up, day after day, week after week, year after year."

"I’m glad I’m not a hater anymore. I’m glad I pushed past the fear. I’m glad I got to where I am today because I refused to let myself get too comfortable."

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