The One You Feed How to Get Unstuck with Adam Alter
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Aug 18, 2023 
In this conversation, Adam Alter, a marketing professor and author, shares insightful strategies to overcome personal hurdles. He discusses the unexpected link between physical movement and creativity, explaining how it can unlock fresh ideas. Adam emphasizes the importance of embracing failure as a stepping stone to success and urges listeners to adopt diverse perspectives for mental clarity. Additionally, he highlights the need for collaboration, self-reflection, and exploration as crucial elements for fostering both personal and professional growth.
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Accept Being Stuck
- Accept that being stuck is inevitable and universal, not a personal failing.
- Recognize that most stuckness is within your control, offering opportunities for growth.
East vs. West on Change
- Western cultures struggle with change due to a linear view of events, unlike Eastern cultures.
- Eastern philosophies, like Taoism, emphasize the cyclical nature of change, preparing individuals for setbacks.
Brie Larson's Transparency
- People perceive others as less stuck because they only see the finished product, not the struggle.
- Brie Larson's transparent videos about her failed auditions challenge this perception.
