Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais Part 2: Journalist Cal Fussman on Questions, Storytelling, Adventure
Feb 24, 2017
Journalist Cal Fussman takes us for a ride, sharing wonderful stories and showcasing the art of storytelling. From his journey to the Golden Gloves boxing competition to the qualities of a master and the benefits of red light therapy, he captivates with his craft. We explore transitioning to sharing experiences, engaging with the audience, and promoting meaningful support.
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Summit, Fall, Then Greater Rise
- Cal identifies a recurring pattern: greats summit, get knocked down, then rise higher.
- He values those who rebuild stronger after setbacks as truly extraordinary.
Golden Gloves Humbling Moment
- Cal Fussman recounts training for the New York Golden Gloves with naive enthusiasm at 16.
- He gets knocked out in his first fight and the story follows him for decades as a family joke.
From Humiliation To Redemption Plan
- Cal meets a woman on a bus, marries her, and faces translating his Golden Gloves story to her family.
- That memory motivates him to challenge Julio Cesar Chavez years later to overwrite the old humiliation.