The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast 1KHO 534: How to Stop Overthinking and Start Doing | Pat Flynn, Lean Learning
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Jul 25, 2025 
Join Pat Flynn, author of 'Lean Learning' and a guru in online business, as he dives into the transformative power of action over overthinking. He emphasizes the pitfalls of information overload and how allowing ourselves—and our children—to embrace mistakes fosters resilience. Pat discusses practical strategies for simplifying learning, encouraging hands-on experiences, and adapting in a rapidly changing world. Plus, he shares personal anecdotes on navigating self-publishing and the importance of building community connections.
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Overloaded with Inspiration and Info
- Endless inspiration and information overload can cause paralysis instead of progress.
- We confuse ourselves by feeling the need to consume all available content instead of just what we currently need.
Prioritize Action and Community
- Take action quickly instead of waiting to have all knowledge first.
- Surround yourself with supportive people and mentors to guide and hold you accountable as you learn.
Starting Simply with Lean Learning
- Pat Flynn started his first business by focusing on just creating a study guide rather than everything at once.
- He used the question "If this were easy, what would it look like?" to simplify and take step-by-step action.
