This podcast is for anyone who aspires to be, do, and achieve more but currently feels stuck. Each daily episode will provide insights, principles, and strategies to help you dismantle your destructive mindset programs and experience an upper-limit breakthrough - in five minutes or less. I’m Paul Salter, an Upper Limit Mindset Coach who helps entrepreneurs get unstuck from their upper limits and scale their income, happiness, and fulfillment with hypnosis. Whether you’re trying to unstuck yo ...
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The unofficial podcast of literary misfits everywhere who want to engage with books of "substance" (i.e. serious, respected, heavy, philosophical, classic), or at least considered such.
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112 - The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky (1 of 2)
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1:22:55In this episode of The Books of Some Substance podcast, Nathan and David get into the first half of Fyodor Dostoevsky's masterpiece, The Brothers Karamazov (Books 1-6; Parts 1 and 2). From the novel's dense, philosophical style and its stark contrast to modern life, to deep dives into themes like love, free will, human suffering, redemption, and th…
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In this episode of the Books of Some Substance podcast, hosts Nathan Sharp and David Southard reunite with our old friend Eric Heiman (whose life and experiences connect closely to the novel on this episode) to discuss the intricate and poignant novel Light Years by James Salter. We get into the unique lyrical and unadorned narrative style of the b…
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110 - One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia Marquez
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1:21:57Exploring 'One Hundred Years of Solitude' by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Join hosts David Southard and Nathan Sharp in the Books of Some Substance podcast as they kick off Season 3 with an in-depth discussion on Gabriel Garcia Marquez's seminal Latin American novel, '100 Years of Solitude.' This episode covers the novel's ambitious narrative, magical r…
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Season Three: Family The Books of Some Substance Podcast's third season is underway! David and Nathan are here to announce the season's theme of family and introduce the lineup of books they'll be reading and discussing. The season opens with '100 Years of Solitude' by Gabriel Garcia Marquez, followed by 'Light Years' by James Salter, 'The Brothers…
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108 - Control, Revisited: Six Novels of Power, Freedom, and Surrender
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1:26:17In this episode, David and Nathan look back over season two, tracing the connections, marking the distinctions, and reframing their understanding/awareness of how control works in each and every book discussed this season. Revisiting: The Hour of the Star by Clarice Lispector, Gravity's Rainbow by Thomas Pynchon, Waiting for the Barbarians by J.M. …
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107 - Tropic of Cancer by Henry Miller
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1:18:12In this episode, David and Nathan delve into Henry Miller's controversial and groundbreaking novel "Tropic of Cancer." Published in 1934, this semi-autobiographical work was banned in the US and the UK upon its release due to its explicit content. Despite—and perhaps in part because of—its ban, "Tropic of Cancer" has endured as a provocative and es…
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106 - The Sheltering Sky by Paul Bowles
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1:03:07Come explore existential despair, the hell of isolation, and the mad dash into oblivion with Nathan and David. On this episode, your hosts have an in-depth discussion on Paul Bowles' 1949 novel The Sheltering Sky - a novel of stark prose and philosophical depth that follows Port and Kit Moresby, an American couple traveling in post-WWII North Afric…
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Episode #47: Destructive Mindset Programs - Don't Trust Men.
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3:17This episode is part of a series of episodes that details how and why destructive mindset programs are keeping you stuck in a pattern of mediocrity. In this episode, I detail a client case study in which my client struggled to trust speaking to men, which held her back from personal and professional success You’re one action away from your upper-li…
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Episode #46: Destructive Mindset Programs - Trust No One.
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3:42This episode is part of a series that details how and why destructive mindset programs keep you stuck in a pattern of mediocrity. In this episode, I detail a client case study in which my client struggled to trust others, which held him back from personal and professional success. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make toda…
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Episode #45. Destructive Mindset Programs - Perfectionism
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4:41This episode is part of a series that details how and why destructive mindset programs keep you stuck in a pattern of mediocrity. In this episode, I detail one of my unique destructive mindset programs. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are two ways I can help you: Join high-perform…
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Episode #44. Destructive Mindset Programs - Why They Exist
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4:19This episode is part of a series of episodes that details how and why destructive mindset programs are keeping you stuck in a pattern of mediocrity. In this episode, I explain why you possess several destructive mindset programs. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are two ways I can …
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Episode #43: Destructive Mindset Programs - What It Is II
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3:51This episode is part of a series of episodes that details how and why destructive mindset programs are keeping you stuck in a pattern of mediocrity. In this episode, I define eahc constituent part the makes up a destructive mindset program. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are two …
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Episode #42: Destructive Mindset Programs - What It Is I
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4:22This episode is part of a series of episodes that details how and why destructive mindset programs are keeping you stuck in a pattern of mediocrity. In this episode, I define what a destructive mindset program is. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are two ways I can help you: Join h…
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Episode #41: Audit Your Self-Talk: Remove this Sentence Starter Today
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4:25If you constantly hear yourself start sentences with the words "I have to..." then you need to listen to this episode so you can understand how detrimetal it is (and what to do instead). You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are two ways I can help you: Join high-performing entrepreneur…
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Episode #40: A Goal-Setting Hack to Set Better Goals (That You'll Achieve)
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4:40In this episode, I discuss an overlooked aspect of goal-setting that enables you to take more effective action... You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are two ways I can help you: Join high-performing entrepreneurs like you who read The Upper Limit Breakthrough every Saturday for tips,…
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This is the fastest way to build confidence that I know of... You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are two ways I can help you: Join high-performing entrepreneurs like you who read The Upper Limit Breakthrough every Saturday for tips, strategies, and resources to get unstuck and unlock…
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Episode #38: Feeling Stressed and Burnt Out? The Real Reason Why...
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3:17If you feel like your self-care routine is solid, yet you still feel burnt out and overwhelmed, this may be why… You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are two ways I can help you: Join high-performing entrepreneurs like you who read The Upper Limit Breakthrough every Saturday for tips, …
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Episode #37: You Can't Change Unless You Change.
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2:59Today serves as a reminder of what really needs to change if you wish to change. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are two ways I can help you: Join high-performing entrepreneurs like you who read The Upper Limit Breakthrough every Saturday for tips, strategies, and resources to get…
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Episode #36: How Does Hypnosis Work on a Mindset Coaching Call?
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3:29This episode is part of a series of episodes that details what hypnosis is and how I use it to help high-performers get unstuck, stop self-sabotage, and unlock their potential. In this episode, I share the reminders and expectations I share with new clients before we dive into hypnosis. Curious asit how it works? Listen in. You’re one action away f…
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Episode #35: Hypnosis Explained: Traditional Talk Therpay Versus Hypnotherapy II
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4:16This episode is part of a series of episodes that details what hypnosis is and how I use it to help high-performers get unstuck, stop self-sabotage, and unlock their potential. In this episode, I discuss the one common problem traditional talk therapy poses when trying to create lasting behavior change (and how hypnosis circumnavigates that problem…
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Episode #34: Hypnosis Explained: Traditional Talk Therpay Versus Hypnotherapy I
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3:27This episode is part of a series of episodes that details what hypnosis is and how I use it to help high-performers get unstuck, stop self-sabotage, and unlock their potential. In this episode, I discuss a research review comparing the impact of traditional talk therapy against hypnotherapy. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough…
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Episode #33: Hypnosis Explained: How it Works
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3:41This episode is part of a series of episodes that details what hypnosis is and how I use it to help high-performers get unstuck, stop self-sabotage, and unlock their potential. In this episode, I discuss how hypnosis works and how it can help you accelerate results. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When y…
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Episode #32: Hypnosis Explained: What it is NOT (and is)
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4:44This episode is part of of a series of episodes that details what hypnosis is and how I use it to help high-performers get unstuck, stop self-sabotage, and unlock their potential. In this episode, I discuss what hypnosis is NOT. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are two ways I can h…
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Episode #31: How Your Upper Limit Problem Keeps You Stuck - A Summary
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4:10This episode is the conclusion of a series that discusses toxic emotions and how they hold you back from reaching next-level success in every aspect of your life. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are two ways I can help you: Join high-performing entrepreneurs like you who read The …
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Episode #30: Toxic Emotions Keeping You Stuck (Doubt)
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4:15This episode is part of the series of episodes that details how toxic emotions are holding you back from the money and success you desire. In this episode, I discuss how DOUBT is keeping you stuck. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are two ways I can help you: Join high-performing e…
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Episode #29: Toxic Emotions Keeping You Stuck (Arrogance)
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3:38This episode is part of the series of episodes that details how toxic emotions are holding you back from the money and success you desire. In this episode, I discuss how ARROGANCE is keeping you stuck. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are two ways I can help you: Join high-performi…
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Episode #28: Toxic Emotions Keeping You Stuck (Complacency)
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4:34This episode is part of the series of episodes that details how toxic emotions are holding you back from the money and success you desire. In this episode, I discuss how COMPLACENCY is keeping you stuck. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. P.S. The Upper-Limit Breakthrough Newsletter goes live on Saturday, J…
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Episode #27: Toxic Emotions Keeping You Stuck (Guilt)
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4:38This episode is part of the series of episodes that details how toxic emotions are holding you back from the money and success you desire. In this episode, I discuss how GUILT is keeping you stuck. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. P.S. The Upper-Limit Breakthrough Newsletter goes live on Saturday, June 22…
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Episode #26: Toxic Emotions Keeping You Stuck (Regret)
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4:07This episode is part of the series of episodes that details how toxic emotions are holding you back from the money and success you desire. In this episode, I discuss how REGRET is keeping you stuck. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. P.S. The Upper-Limit Breakthrough Newsletter goes live on Saturday, June 2…
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Episode #25: Toxic Emotions Keeping You Stuck (Scarcity)
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5:02This episode is part of the series of episodes that details how toxic emotions are holding you back from the money and success you desire. In this episode, I discuss how SCARCITY is keeping you stuck. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. P.S. The Upper-Limit Breakthrough Newsletter goes live on Saturday, June…
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Episode #24: Toxic Emotions Keeping You Stuck (Shame)
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5:01This episode is part of the series of episodes that details how toxic emotions are holding you back from the money and success you desire. In this episode, I discuss how SHAME is keeping you stuck. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. P.S. The Upper-Limit Breakthrough Newsletter goes live on Saturday, June 22…
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Episode #23: Toxic Emotions Keeping You Stuck (Envy)
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4:49This episode is part of the series of episodes that details how toxic emotions are holding you back from the money and success you desire. In this episode, I discuss how ENVY is keeping you stuck. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. P.S. The Upper-Limit Breakthrough Newsletter goes live on Saturday, June 22.…
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Episode #22: Toxic Emotions Keeping You Stuck (Fear)
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4:34This episode is part of a series that details how toxic emotions can prevent you from achieving the money and success you desire. In this episode, I discuss how FEAR is keeping you stuck. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. P.S. The Upper-Limit Breakthrough Newsletter goes live on Saturday, June 22. This new…
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Episode #21: Toxic Emotions Keeping You Stuck (Anger)
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4:33This episode is part of the series of episodes that details how toxic emotions are holding you back from the money and success you desire. In this episode, I discuss how ANGER is keeping you stuck. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways I can help you: To get proven, action…
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This episode is part of the series of episodes that details how toxic emotions are holding you back from the money and success you desire. In this episode, I walk you through tangible action steps to defuse the primary toxic emotion keeping you stuck. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, he…
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Episode #19: Holding onto Toxic Emotions Is Keeping You Stuck
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4:06This episode is part of the series of episodes that details how toxic emotions are holding you back from the money and success you desire. In this episode, I begin the series with a detailed overview of what this looks and feels like. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways …
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Episode #18: Why You Have an Upper Limit Problem (Fear of Change)
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4:28This episode is part of the series of episodes on the topic of your upper-limit problem. In this episode, I discuss a common byproduct of your upper-limit problem: fear of change. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways I can help you: To get proven, actionable insight to di…
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Episode #17: Why You Have an Upper Limit Problem (Unworthiness)
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4:13This episode is part of the series of episodes on the topic of your upper-limit problem. In this episode, I discuss a common byproduct of your upper-limit problem: feeling unworthy of next-level success. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways I can help you: To get proven, …
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Episode #16: Why You Have an Upper Limit Problem (Comfort in Mediocrity)
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3:30This episode is part of the series of episodes on the topic of your upper-limit problem. In this episode, I discuss a common byproduct of your upper-limit problem: feeling comfortable with mediocrity. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways I can help you: To get proven, act…
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Episode #15: Why You Have an Upper Limit Problem (Fear of Outshining)
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4:28This episode is part of the series of episodes on the topic of your upper-limit problem. In this episode, I discuss a common byproduct of your upper-limit problem: fear of outshining those you care about. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways I can help you: To get proven,…
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Episode #14: Why You Have an Upper Limit Problem (Overwhelm)
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4:01This episode is part of the series of episodes on the topic of your upper-limit problem. In this episode, I discuss a common byproduct of your upper-limit problem: overwhelm.. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways I can help you: To get proven, actionable insight to disman…
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Episode #13: Why You Have an Upper Limit Problem (Anxiety)
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4:50This episode is part of a series of episodes on the topic of your upper-limit problem. In this episode, I discuss a common byproduct of your upper-limit problem: anxiety. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways I can help you: To get proven, actionable insight to dismantle t…
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Episode #12: What An Upper-Limit Problem Feels Like (Guilt)
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3:52This episode is part of a series of episodes on the topic of your upper-limit problem. In this episode, I discuss a common byproduct of your upper-limit problem: guilt. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways I can help you: To get proven, actionable insight to dismantle the…
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Episode #11: What An Upper-Limit Problem Feels Like (Imposter Syndrome)
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4:12This episode is part of a series of episodes on the topic of your upper-limit problem. In this episode, I discuss a common byproduct of your upper-limit problem: imposter syndrome. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways I can help you: To get proven, actionable insight to d…
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Episode #10: What An Upper-Limit Problem Feels Like (Failure)
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3:06This episode is part of a series of episodes on the topic of your upper-limit problem. In this episode, I discuss a common byproduct of your upper-limit problem: failure You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways I can help you: To get proven, actionable insight to dismantle th…
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Episode #9: What An Upper-Limit Problem Feels Like (Self-Doubt)
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2:48This episode is part of a series of episodes on the topic of your upper-limit problem. In this episode, I discuss a common byproduct of your upper-limit problem: self-doubt. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways I can help you: To get proven, actionable insight to dismantl…
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Episode #8: What An Upper-Limit Problem Feels Like (Fear)
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4:04This episode is part of a series of episodes on the topic of your upper-limit problem. In this episode, I discuss the core feeling beneath your upper-limit problem. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways I can help you: To get proven, actionable insight to dismantle the des…
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Episode #7: Why You Have An Upper-Limit Problem Part 4
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3:38This episode is part of a series of episodes on the topic of your upper-limit problem. In this episode, I discuss another reason your upper-limit problem exists. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways I can help you: To get proven, actionable insight to dismantle the destru…
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Episode #6: Why You Have An Upper-Limit Problem Part 3
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2:25This episode is part of a series of episodes on the topic of your upper-limit problem. In this episode, I discuss another reason your upper-limit problem exists. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways I can help you: To get proven, actionable insight to dismantle the destru…
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Episode #5: Why You Have An Upper-Limit Problem Part 2
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3:23This episode is part of a series of episodes on the topic of your upper-limit problem. In this episode, I discuss another reason your upper-limit problem exists. You’re one action away from your upper-limit breakthrough. Make today great. When you’re ready, here are four ways I can help you: To get proven, actionable insight to dismantle the destru…
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