In this bonus episode, Leo sits down with Derek Sivers to explore harnessing fear as a source of energy, mastering courage, and aligning values with actions in the pursuit of meaningful work.
Dive into this captivating conversation filled with wisdom and valuable insights!
Topics Covered
- The concept of "fear as energy" and how it can be harnessed for creative pursuits
- The importance of choosing work that excites you rather than drains you
- The significance of taking the first step to engage with inspiration and start your journey
- The idea of embracing discomfort and stepping out of one's comfort zone
- The concept of self-talk and the role of inspiration in creative endeavors
- The practice of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in journaling to challenge beliefs
- The role of predicting and imagining the future in human decision-making
- The story of Buridan's donkey and avoiding indecision by choosing one task to start
- Recognizing that you can do anything but not everything, and focusing on one passion at a time
Resources
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Resources
The Fearless Living Academy
Credits
Intro music composition: Salem Beladonna & Robrecht Dumarey
Editor: Justin Cruz
