Modern Wisdom
Stop Being Shamed Out Of Your Competitive Edge - Mark Bell - #549
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Mark Bell is a world record-breaking powerlifter, owner of Super Training Gym and inventor of the Sling Shot.
A lack of support killed more dreams than a lack of competence ever did. There's a modern trend that trying hard at things and taking them seriously is uncool. Disincentivising excellence is one of the worst habits a society can have and it's time to put a stop to it.
Expect to learn why taking a compliment is a skill that many of us don't have, why there is no growth without having a goal you're working toward, why Mark has never had a bad day, what it was like to train under the legendary Louie Simmons at Westside Barbell, how crucial the story you tell yourself about life is and much more...
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(03:37) Surrounding Yourself with Success-Minded People
(14:03) Awkwardness in Receiving Compliments
(19:41) Unexpectedly Creating Negative Environments
(26:39) Can You Be Selfless Without Being Selfish?
(30:49) Power of Having an Abundance Mindset
(38:31) Mark Has Never Had a Bad Day
(45:47) Results of Younger People Being Exposed to Self-Development
(1:01:09) Practices to Reframe a Negative Situation
(1:16:10) Where to Find Mark
Extra Stuff:
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