The School of Greatness Your Life Is A Story: Why You Should Write Your Own Eulogy TODAY w/Donald Miller EP 1215
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Jan 14, 2022 Donald Miller, CEO of Business Made Simple and author of "Hero on a Mission," emphasizes living life as a compelling story. He advocates for writing your own eulogy to reflect on personal values and legacy. The conversation explores healing through narratives, the significance of vulnerability in love, and how heroes and villains shape our paths. Miller shares insights on embracing life’s impermanence, navigating relationships, and finding purpose through storytelling, urging listeners to focus on what truly matters in life.
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Identity and Character Roles
- Your identity dictates your actions, and in stories, four primary characters exist: victim, villain, hero, and guide.
- Identifying as a victim hinders your story's progress, while embodying the hero leads to transformation and growth.
Embracing the Hero's Journey
- Strive to be the hero in your life's story by accepting challenges and transforming yourself to overcome them.
- Transitioning into the guide role, by helping others, brings deeper meaning and fulfillment.
Pete Carroll's Path to Meaning
- Donald Miller recounts a two-hour conversation with Pete Carroll, coach of the Seattle Seahawks.
- Carroll found true meaning not in personal wins, but in coaching and guiding other heroes to victory.
