Motivation, Resistance, and The Cult of Success — Alyson and Tripp Lanier
May 30, 2024
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Experts Alyson and Tripp Lanier discuss motivation, resistance, and success. They delve into the dangers of the hustle mentality, the importance of creating success on your terms, and the need to forge your own path. The conversation highlights the contrast between external success and internal fulfillment, emphasizing the significance of authenticity and aligning personal goals with true desires.
Resist conforming to societal norms to embrace personal authenticity and create impactful art.
Address underlying motivations and fears to differentiate between external expectations and personal fulfillment for lasting success.
Deep dives
Recognizing the Impact of Exploring Fear, Confidence, and Purpose
Acknowledging the gratitude from readers who found a unique exploration of fear, confidence, and purpose in a book, leading to clarity and direction on life goals. Readers appreciated a free companion video course for deeper insights beyond the book, emphasizing the importance of reviews to help others determine its value.
Challenging the Norms of Creativity and Individual Expression
Reflecting on Stephen Pressfield's concept of resistance, the episode delves into the notion of breaking away from following scripts and norms, encouraging individuals to embrace their unique voices and purposes. By resisting the urge to conform and exploring personal authenticity, individuals can create art and impact their surroundings.
Navigating Motivation, Resistance, and Personal Growth
Examining the challenges of maintaining motivation, the episode discusses resorting to external stimulants like Adderall and caffeine to overcome resistance in daily activities. Emphasizing the need to address underlying motivations and fears, the conversation centers on differentiating between societal expectations and personal fulfillment.
Transitioning from External Validation to Inward Reflection
Encouraging individuals to shift from externally driven goals to internally motivated pursuits, the episode underscores the importance of self-discovery and authenticity. By questioning societal norms and navigating personal resistance, individuals can embark on a journey of self-awareness and define success on their own terms.
Is FOMO driving you to constantly be busy, busy, busy?
Is it scary to admit that the hustle and grind is killing your motivation?
And when is our resistance trying to help us?
Today Alyson and I discuss motivation, resistance, and the cult of success. We talk about how it’s necessary to learn how to thrive in the world, but ultimately we have to stop jumping through hoops, forge our own path, and create success on our own terms.
https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2024/05/motivation-success-resistance
COACHING
- To learn more about coaching with Tripp Lanier visit https://TrippLanier.com
- To learn more about working with Alyson Lanier visit https://AlysonLanier.com
BOOK
- We live in a world with more possibilities than ever before. So why do most men settle for lackluster, cookie-cutter lives that leave them feeling stuck, drained, and uninspired? _This Book Will Make You Dangerous_ is a guide for the rare, few men who refuse to sleepwalk through life.
- Visit https://TrippLanier.com/book
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