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Taking small steps forward and accumulating incremental growth can lead to significant results. Rather than focusing on grand goals, it is important to embrace the process and be open to opportunities that may arise along the way.
Having belief in the process and maintaining hope is crucial. Understand that the work you do now may not necessarily lead to the exact outcome you initially envisioned, but the skills and experiences you acquire will contribute to your overall growth and success.
Taking action is key. Start moving forward, even if it means taking small steps. Waiting for the perfect moment or seeking perfection can hinder progress. Embrace the concept of incremental growth and focus on what you can do now to make progress towards your goal.
While it is important to continuously pursue your goals, it is equally important to appreciate the present moment and the accomplishments you have already achieved. Finding joy in the pursuit of the next thing is also valid and can fuel motivation and excitement.
The speaker shares a personal anecdote about facing a life-threatening situation, emphasizing the importance of living a life without regret. He believes in constantly expanding one's experiences and embracing new challenges and goals, while still prioritizing important relationships. He challenges the notion of complacency and advocates for celebrating achievements and pursuing new goals. The speaker encourages listeners to consider the perspective of their future selves and the impact of their choices on their happiness later in life.
The speaker reflects on his experiences in life, including being robbed at gunpoint and near-death incidents, to underscore the significance of not wasting time. He urges listeners to question arbitrary rules and embrace a mindset of productivity and forward progress. The speaker advises challenging the path of least resistance and focusing on making each moment count. Rather than following a set of often unnecessary rules, he advocates for prioritizing personal growth and pursuing meaningful experiences.
The speaker recounts personal stories of facing adversity, such as being wrongfully arrested and experiencing homelessness, to highlight the importance of seizing opportunities and overcoming challenges. He emphasizes the role of hope and persistence in achieving success. The speaker shares how he worked multiple jobs, attended college, and pursued his passions simultaneously to create the life he desired. He believes that with dedication and belief in oneself, anyone can accomplish their goals.
The speaker challenges common daily habits and encourages listeners to reevaluate how they spend their time. He suggests exploring possibilities to recapture time for personal growth and interests by minimizing unproductive activities. The speaker proposes adjusting daily routines, such as decreasing wind-down time and reassessing sleep patterns, to accommodate new pursuits and make progress towards personal goals. By challenging the status quo and adopting a growth-oriented mindset, individuals can unlock their potential and achieve more than they thought possible.
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Matthew Dicks is an internationally bestselling author, podcaster, and a 59 time champion storyteller who teaches the storytelling to individuals, companies and universities. His latest book ‘Someday Is Today’ is an account of his journey to find purpose and meaning in life after experiencing traumatic and near death experiences as a young man - an almost fatal car crash and being robbed at gunpoint. He was also made homeless after leaving high school and put on trial (and then acquitted) for a crime he did not commit. In the conversation, we talk about Matthew's story and some of the strategies he talks about in his book for getting from dreaming to doing and the practical ways to turn idle moments throughout your day into productive opportunities so you can move closer to your goals.
🔗 CONNECT WITH MATTHEW
📕 Someday Is Today - https://geni.us/45yDzy
📙 Storyworthy - https://geni.us/mNwGxv4
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/MatthewDicks
💻 Website - https://matthewdicks.com/
🎙 Podcast - https://matthewdicks.com/podcasts/
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(00:00) Intro
(01:38) Your background
(05:43) What do most of your clients struggle with?
(08:00) How to stop caring what others think
(12:06) Being process vs results orientated
(14:20) Your goal setting process
(21:29) Your approach to productivity
(24:24) How to use Horizon goals
(35:27) Incrementalism
(44:20) Your early life, homeless and motivation
(49:50) Striving vs enjoying the present moment
(52:55) Understanding regret
(01:00:05) 10 minutes is precious
(01:08:38) Why you should break rules
(01:20:06) Your near death experiences
(01:29:20) Being arrested for a crime you didn't commit
(01:34:40) Parting thoughts
🔗 CONNECT WITH MATTHEW
📕 Someday Is Today - https://geni.us/45yDzy
📙 Storyworthy - https://geni.us/mNwGxv4
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/MatthewDicks
💻 Website - https://matthewdicks.com/
🎙 Podcast - https://matthewdicks.com/podcasts/
📄 SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT
Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - https://aliabdaal.com/podcast/
🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST
Deep Dive is the podcast that delves into the minds of entrepreneurs, creators and other inspiring people to uncover the philosophies, strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
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