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Finding balance in life is crucial for well-being. Trying to implement too many new habits at once can be counterproductive, as seen with Jenine's experience of focusing on regaining balance and avoiding overwhelming changes. Sustainable change requires focusing on meaningful, gradual adjustments, as demonstrated in the one-on-one personal transformation program.
Our thoughts and actions play a significant role in shaping our reality. Negative thought patterns can hinder progress and personal growth, leading to self-pity, jealousy, and fear. By consciously directing our thoughts and consistently taking positive actions, we can create a life full of meaning and fulfillment.
Curiosity serves as a catalyst for developing passion and purpose. By exploring diverse interests and recognizing where curiosities intersect, individuals can cultivate a deep passion for subjects. Starting with curiosity and gradually evolving it into passion can lead to a sense of purpose and satisfaction in learning.
Grit involves a combination of perseverance and self-talk to navigate challenges. Viewed as a crawl-walk-run process, grit requires persistence and the ability to manage thoughts effectively. Learning new subjects involves embracing uncertainty, following emotional curiosity, and gradually building mastery through consistent steps.
Learning is enhanced by emotional engagement and narrative comprehension. By focusing on the history and terminology of a subject, individuals can deepen their understanding and retention. Emotional wows serve as markers for key learning points, fostering curiosity-driven exploration and meaningful knowledge acquisition.
Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. The author of 13 books, 9 of which best sellers, Steven is one of the world’s leading experts on human performance. His work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes, translated into 40 languages, and has appeared in over 100 publications.
In this episode, Eric and Steven discuss his book, The Art of Impossible: A Peak Performance Primer. They break down the idea of “impossible” into its component parts that, when cultivated, come together to propel us towards states of flow and otherwise unattainable performance in any area of life.
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In This Interview, Steven Kotler and I discuss The Art of Impossible and…
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If you enjoyed this conversation with Steven Kotler on The Art of Impossible, you might also enjoy these other episodes:
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