The Game with Alex Hormozi

15 Brutal Truths I Know at 36 That I Wish I Knew at 20 | Ep 970

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Nov 20, 2025
In this intriguing discussion, listeners discover the brutal realities of life and entrepreneurship. Alex emphasizes the importance of choosing worthy goals despite inevitable suffering. He highlights how embracing criticism and uncertainty is crucial for growth. Practical advice follows on mastering rejection and feedback to excel fast. With a focus on long-term persistence and deep, uninterrupted work, Alex reveals how to build confidence through past wins. Ultimately, he empowers everyone to believe in their ability to overcome challenges.
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INSIGHT

Suffering Is A Fixed Cost

  • Suffering is a fixed cost of life and applies to everyone regardless of status.
  • So pick goals that are meaningful enough to make the suffering worthwhile.
ADVICE

Master Shame, Boredom, And Feedback

  • Beat 99% of people by mastering shame, boredom, and feedback.
  • Fail repeatedly, look stupid, and keep going long after convenience ends.
ADVICE

Do 20 Hours Of Focused Practice

  • Spend the first 20 hours doing the skill to gain base competence quickly.
  • Act on what you learn instead of consuming content passively.
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