From Chad
Chad Smith
Your thinking is bad. I can help. These quick daily messages aim to upgrade your mental game by helping you tell a better story. The most powerful story in the world is the story you tell yourself. You can download my book at fromchad.gumroad.com. Email me at fromchadsmith@gmail.com or visit www.fromchad.com for episode transcripts.
Episodes
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Nov 17, 2024 • 2min
Hard = Easy #520
Making life hard through choices like taking the stairs, working hard, and facing fears can lead to an easier life. This includes making difficult choices, persevering, and seeking help when needed.
Nov 16, 2024 • 2min
Winners Lose More Than Losers Lose #519
Winners, like Mike Tyson, lose more often because they take risks and step into the arena. Even in defeat, they demonstrate mental toughness and confidence, proving they are winners regardless of the outcome.
Nov 15, 2024 • 2min
Burdens & Stress #518
Stress is beneficial and inevitable, but prolonged stress without recovery can be harmful. Jesus offers rest and help carrying burdens, not a stress-free life.
Nov 14, 2024 • 2min
The Way Things Really Are #517
Arguing with reality is futile, as it is the way things truly are. Instead of resisting, it is better to accept reality and take action to improve the situation.
Nov 13, 2024 • 1min
Consistency Beats Intensity #516
New Year’s resolutions are unnecessary; instead, make daily resolutions for consistent progress. Consistency, like daily drops of water, is more effective than intensity, like a splash.
Nov 12, 2024 • 2min
Astronauts & Buckets #515
Inspiration is waiting to be found by connecting with one’s source of wisdom, whether it’s Holy Scripture and prayer or something else. Just as a lightbulb needs electricity and an astronaut needs a spacecraft, we are all dependent on something for inspiration.
Nov 11, 2024 • 2min
Lightbulbs & Spacewalks #514
We are not endless sources of energy and need to stay connected to our source of energy, like an astronaut tethered to a space station. Source and connection is the key to unlocking our potential.
Nov 10, 2024 • 2min
Lab Coats #513
Life is an experiment, embrace mistakes as learning opportunities. Channel your inner scientist, be curious, and keep trying.
Nov 9, 2024 • 2min
Finish Your Race #512
The key to success is perseverance, not just winning. John Akhwari’s determination to finish the 1968 Olympic marathon, despite injury and being in last place, exemplifies this.
Nov 8, 2024 • 2min
The Happiness of Pursuit #511
Happiness comes from the pursuit of goals, not just achieving them. We are naturally driven to pursue, whether it’s personal, professional, or philosophical.
