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From Chad
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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Ledger #627
Attitude is a powerful tool that can be either a liability or an asset. It influences our experiences, relationships, and the world around us, making a crucial…
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Growing #626
You must shift from goals to growth, focusing on personal development and self leadership. This mindset shift emphasizes, continuous improvement and self…
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Finish #624
Starting with the end in mind is crucial for success, as exemplified by Walt Disney’s creation of Disneyland. Disney’s obsession with miniature trains and his…
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Start #623
Larry page, inspired by the limitations of existing mapping technology, started Google Maps by capturing street images in Palo Alto. Through innovation…
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Outside #622
People often have limited perspectives, creating blind spots. To gain a broader view, one should mentally time-travel, considering the past and future, and…
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Worth #620
Worth is not defined by external factors like position, privilege, or possessions. It comes from within and should be the foundation for living.
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Today #613
Yesterday’s sorrows and mistakes are left behind to focus on the present and future. Worrying about the past or things beyond control hinders, living fully in…
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Best Advice #611
If you were asked to give one piece of advice that would help someone else, what would it be? If a person asked, "What is one thing I could do to most improve…
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Repetition #610
Revisiting the old can have a better ROI than investing in the new. Repetition is the most powerful tool you have to improve.
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Motive #607
Motivation comes from within, driven by both internal pushes and pulls towards a goal. External forces may influence motivation, but ultimately, it is an…
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Foxes #605
Would you take the bet? Warren Buffett was offered a wager while golfing. If he made a hole-in-one his partner would give him $10,000 and if he didn’t make it…
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Clarity #603
Clarity is key to achieving goals. Without clarity, even the most capable individuals may give up, unaware of their proximity to success.
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Advice #602
Some ol’ farmer’s advice learned out in the field. Here are 16 wise sayings learned the hard way.
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Heroes #601
Challenges are necessary for greatness. Perhaps the challenge you are facing is an invitation to greatness, not a problem to avoid.
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Atomic Stories #600
The stories we tell ourselves, even short ones, shape our lives and decisions. Using the mindset acrostic and positive affirmations can help us reprogram our…
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Sprint #597
Parkinson’s Law suggests that work expands to fill the time available, leading to procrastination and inefficiency. Limiting time constraints, like sprinting…
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Signatures #596
What you do today will bear your signature. Make sure you sign it with excellence.
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Perspective #594
The solution at times is not to erase the struggle, but shift your perspective.
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Potential #593
Art Tatum discovered his potential in an unconventional way in spite of some big disadvantages.
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Happy #592
Happy people see differently. They are comfortable being uncomfortable. They see problems as opportunities.
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Fists #591
Problems often come from our attachment to them. To break free, we have to learn to let go.
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Getting Rid of ANTs #589
Your brain is the most complicated instrument in the universe. No wonder you have trouble controlling it. Let’s talk about what you can do.
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Words #588
Words have immense power, capable of both uplifting and harming. Acknowledge and appreciate others with kind words, as they can have a profound impact on their…
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Perspective #587
Life’s trials, like forest fires, are temporary setbacks. Stay focused on the big picture, keep growing, and know that fresh seasons will come.
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Everyday #586
Mark today on your calendar. Because today is the day you start. Start that one you know would make the biggest difference in your life. There is one thing…
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Everything’s Amazing #581
Life is amazing! Don’t allow problems and challenges to drain you of joy. Comparison is said to be the thief of all joy, but it can be a hack to maintain a…
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Struggle #580
Strength is in the struggle. Struggles, though challenging, can be opportunities for growth and strength. Embrace adversity with the right perspective, as it…
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Write It Down #579
If you want more control, do this! To control your life, you must control your thoughts.
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Steering #578
Stepping into a car without a steering wheel may scare you. There’s something that should scare you even more.
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One Day #577
One day can change your life, as exemplified by JJ Hill, whose life took a new turn after a chance encounter with a newspaper article. This highlights the…
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Loyalty #576
Michael Jordan’s story about Fred Whitfield illustrates the power of loyalty. Being single-minded in priorities, rather than double-minded, will concentrate…
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Deadlines #574
Procrastination often stems from the difficulty of starting large projects. Setting artificial deadlines, or “sprints,” can help overcome procrastination and…
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Elephant Stakes #573
The story of the elephant and the stake illustrates how limiting beliefs can hold us back, even when we have the strength to break free. Our self-talk and the…
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Enslaved #572
Modern slavery, though rare, is a physical reality. Mental slavery, however, is far more prevalent, with people allowing external forces like technology, past…
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Enemy #571
I asked AI how an enemy might destroy me. It came up with 8 ways to destroy someone, including undermining reputation, exploiting vulnerabilities, and mental…
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Asking #570
Don’t reject yourself by not asking for what you need. Asking creates opportunity and can lead to success in all areas of life.
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Asking #570
Don’t reject yourself by not asking for what you need. Asking creates opportunity and can lead to success in all areas of life.
From ChadHigh-hope #569
Forgiveness is crucial for healing and moving forward, especially after mistakes. Remember the four things H.O.P.E. stands for.