Gedale Fenster - Podcast It's not what happens it's what you do with what happens
Nov 20, 2025
The host dives into transformative ideas, starting with the importance of questioning your thoughts rather than blaming external forces. He highlights the shift from victimhood to ownership, encouraging proactive responses. Citing Tony Robbins, he stresses altering actions or perspectives to regain control. The discussion covers turning fear into courage and breaking down goals into manageable steps. There's even a unique take on using insults as motivation and embracing chaos to spark creativity. The session concludes with an empowering call to action.
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Response Defines You
- Gedale Fenster emphasizes that responses, not events, define you and your path forward.
- Shifting focus from victimhood to action unlocks rebuilding and growth after setbacks.
Ask 'What Are You Going To Do?'
- Do ask yourself, 'What are you going to do about it?' whenever misfortune occurs.
- Take ownership of your response instead of taking the problem personally.
Rebuild After Destruction
- Gedale Fenster cites the Klausenberg Rebbe surviving the Nazis and building afterwards as an example of rebuilding from destruction.
- The story underscores turning trauma into constructive rebuilding.