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5 Ways To Upgrade Your MINDSET & Get Out Of A Rut! EP 1131

Jul 2, 2021

Join David Goggins, a former Navy SEAL known for his mental toughness, Mel Robbins, creator of the 'Five Second Rule,' Lisa Nichols, an inspirational speaker, and Rich Diviney, also a former Navy SEAL, as they explore transformative mindset shifts. They discuss overcoming fear, confronting one's past for growth, and the power of taking action despite feeling unprepared. Personal stories highlight resilience and the journey from scarcity to abundance, emphasizing that true fulfillment comes from introspection and breaking free from mental limitations.

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ANECDOTE

Goggins' Transformation

David Goggins transformed himself from an insecure, overweight child to a Navy SEAL.
He achieved this by confronting his insecurities and developing a strong work ethic.

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ADVICE

Building Confidence

To gain confidence, confront your fears and insecurities directly.
Do not seek comfort or validation from external sources.

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INSIGHT

Source of Confidence

True confidence comes from hard work and self-acceptance, not external achievements.
Goggins found happiness by facing himself, not through material possessions.

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From Struggles to Strength: A Journey of Self-Discipline

05:26 • 9min

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From Struggles to Strength: A Journey of Transformation

14:09 • 7min

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Confronting the Past and Embracing Genuine Growth

21:03 • 3min

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Conquering Fears for Growth

24:25 • 19min

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Taking Action Despite Feeling Unready

43:07 • 4min

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The Power of the Five-Second Rule

46:55 • 20min

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Elevating Your Mindset for Personal Growth

01:06:51 • 2min

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From Knowledge to Action

01:08:29 • 14min

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From Scarcity to Abundance

01:22:47 • 18min

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Mastering Motivation: The Key to Discipline

01:40:44 • 5min

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Balancing Duty and Emotion

01:46:01 • 8min

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Mastering Stress and Leadership

01:54:11 • 10min

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Mindset Matters: Unlocking Your Potential

02:04:40 • 2min

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Limitless

Core Techniques to Improve Performance, Productivity, and Focus

Jim Kwik

In 'Limitless,' Jim Kwik offers a comprehensive guide to upgrading brain performance. The book is divided into three main parts: Mindset, Motivation, and Methods. Kwik provides tools to challenge limiting beliefs, ignite motivation, and master methods for accelerated learning. He introduces the 'Limitless Model,' which includes the FASTER method for quick content absorption and strategies to improve focus, study habits, memory, and speed reading. The book also addresses modern-day 'supervillains' of learning, such as digital deluge, and offers practical exercises to implement these strategies immediately.

THE 5 SECOND RULE

TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE, WORK, AND CONFIDENCE WITH EVERYDAY COURAGE

Mel Robbins

In 'The 5 Second Rule', Mel Robbins presents a simple yet powerful technique to overcome fear, self-doubt, and procrastination. The rule involves counting down from five and taking immediate action when an impulse to act arises, thereby interrupting the brain's tendency to default to safety and inaction. This behavioral activation strategy is based on Mel's personal experiences and research into overcoming barriers to self-confidence and clarity. The book aims to help readers build everyday courage and live up to their full potential by acting despite their fears and doubts.

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

Stephen R Covey

This book, first published in 1989, outlines seven habits that are designed to help individuals become more effective in their personal and professional lives. The habits are grouped into three categories: Private Victory (habits 1-3), Public Victory (habits 4-6), and Renewal (habit 7). The habits include being proactive, beginning with the end in mind, putting first things first, thinking win-win, seeking first to understand and then to be understood, synergizing, and sharpening the saw. Covey emphasizes the importance of personal integrity, effective time management, empathetic communication, and continuous self-improvement.

Start with Why

How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action

Simon Sinek

In 'Start with Why', Simon Sinek introduces the concept of 'The Golden Circle', which consists of 'Why', 'How', and 'What'. He argues that successful leaders and organizations start with their purpose or 'Why', which inspires loyalty and trust. Sinek uses examples such as Apple, Martin Luther King Jr., and the Wright Brothers to illustrate how this approach can lead to significant influence and success. The book emphasizes the importance of leadership and purpose in inspiring others and achieving long-term success.

Can't Hurt Me

Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds

David Goggins

In 'Can't Hurt Me,' David Goggins shares his astonishing life story, from a childhood marred by poverty, prejudice, and physical abuse to becoming a U.S. Armed Forces icon and one of the world's top endurance athletes. The book reveals Goggins' philosophy, known as the '40% Rule,' which suggests that most people only tap into 40% of their capabilities. He provides a wealth of practical strategies and principles for personal development, emphasizing self-discipline, accountability, and the necessity of embracing discomfort to unlock personal transformation. Goggins' story and advice serve as a blueprint for readers to push past their perceived limits, confront their fears, and unleash their full potential.

No matter what!

Lisa Nichols

In 'No Matter What! ', Lisa Nichols shares her remarkable story and introduces a groundbreaking program that outlines nine steps or 'muscles', such as Confidence, Faith-in-Myself, Honesty Out Loud, and Forgiveness, to help readers achieve happiness and success. The book emphasizes the importance of resilience and provides exercises to inspire readers to learn from their past and move toward a courageous future.

The Attributes

Rich Diviney

“The one piece of life I was missing was having the courage to face myself.” - David Goggins

Today’s episode is a special one. Over the years we’ve had guests share incredible stories about creating a new life for themselves and developing the motivation and discipline to follow through. So today we wanted to bring together some of our favorite moments from episodes to inspire you and show you how to take your life to the next level whether you’re in a tough spot right now or starting to feel complacent. We believe in you and we're excited to share these messages with you.

In this episode Lewis and the guests discuss how to unlock your potential with David Goggins, the 5 second rule to change your life with Mel Robbins, how to go from rock bottom to living a life of purpose with Lisa Nichols, the mindset model to become limitless with Jim Kwik, how Rich Diviney trained himself to be motivated as a Navy Seal, and so much more!

For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1131

Previous episodes of each guest:

David Goggins: www.lewishowes.com/715

Mel Robbins: www.lewishowes.com/970

Jim Kwik: www.lewishowes.com/947

Lisa Nichols: www.lewishowes.com/979

Rich Diviney: www.lewishowes.com/1058

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