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#61 | Making Something Possible (with Fabio Cerpelloni)

Aug 13, 2024

Fabio Cerpelloni, an Italian writer and educator, shares his inspiring journey of reaching out to famous figures. He discusses overcoming the fear of rejection and the valuable lessons learned from unexpected responses. Fabio highlights how asking questions can broaden perspectives, emphasizing the courage it takes to connect with others. He also reflects on his transformative experiences between London, Australia, and New Zealand, and how prioritizing passion has led to greater success in writing and teaching.

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Fabio Cerpelloni

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Quick takeaways

Fabio's decision to reach out to someone he admired demonstrates that overcoming the fear of rejection can lead to unexpected opportunities.

His journey emphasizes the importance of focusing on the creative process rather than the outcome to foster personal and professional growth.

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The Power of Asking

Many people fear rejection, especially when reaching out to someone they admire for opportunities like mentorship or collaboration. The podcast highlights how this fear can trigger emotional responses similar to physical pain, underscoring the importance of community acceptance. Fabio's story demonstrates that stepping out of one's comfort zone and asking for what one wants can lead to unexpected opportunities. When he finally sent an email to a renowned figure he admired, he learned that taking that chance can change everything.

Intro

2min

Discovering Possibilities Through Language and Personal Growth

4min

The Journey of Language and Storytelling

2min

The Courage to Connect

7min

Embracing Possibilities and Focusing on Process

4min

Fabio decides to contact someone famous and what ends up happening gives him a new perspective on what becomes possible, when you ask.

Level: Intermediate

Accent: Non-Native English Speaker (Italy)

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5 words and expressions in today's story:

- THERE'S SOMETHING HERE: An expression used to say that something is interesting or has potential.

- TO SHOW UP (IN THE SENSE OF DOING YOUR BEST): To be present and perform to the best of your ability.

- TO LET SOMEONE DOWN: To disappoint someone by not meeting their expectations.

- CATASTROPHIZING: Imagining the worst possible outcome of a situation.

- TO LOSE SIGHT OF SOMETHING: To forget or overlook something important.

Episode Links:

- Learn more about Fabio Cerplloni at www.fabiocerpelloni.com

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