#093 Dr. Corey Wilks - The Psychology Secret: How Fear Kills Dreams & What To Do About It MindHack podcast

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#093 Dr. Corey Wilks - The Psychology Secret: How Fear Kills Dreams & What to Do About It

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Discover the psychology behind entrepreneurial success with Dr. Corey Wilks, a clinical psychologist turned executive coach who transforms high-achieving entrepreneurs trapped in 'lucrative misery.' From growing up in rural Appalachia on food stamps to coaching VC-backed founders, Corey reveals why most entrepreneurs self-sabotage, how to break free from waiting for permission, and the revolutionary approach to conquering procrastination that has nothing to do with time management.

ℹ️ About the Guest

Dr. Corey Wilks, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist and executive coach who helps entrepreneurs and creators overcome imposter syndrome, burnout, and self-sabotage. He earned his Doctor of Psychology from Marshall University and practiced therapy in rural Appalachia before shifting into coaching in 2020. In 2020, he founded Creator Alchemy, a community offering group coaching and resources for values-driven business growth. Outside of work, he enjoys Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Dungeons & Dragons, and life in Austin, Texas

👨‍💻 People & Other Mentions

Ali Abdaal (Entrepreneur, YouTuber, Author)
Ryan Holiday (Author of The Obstacle Is the Way, Ego Is the Enemy)
Tim Ferriss (Author, The 4-Hour Workweek, The Tim Ferriss Show)
Mark Manson (Author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck*)
Jordan B. Peterson (Psychologist, Author of 12 Rules for Life)
MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) (YouTuber, Philanthropist)
MKBHD (Marques Brownlee) (Tech Reviewer, YouTuber)
Gary Vaynerchuk (Chairman VaynerX, CEO VaynerMedia)
David Goggins (Ultra-endurance Athlete, Author)
Kevin Kelly (Senior Maverick, Wired; Author of The Inevitable)
Chris Williamson (Host, Modern Wisdom Podcast)
Pat Flynn (Host, Smart Passive Income)
Paul Millerd (Host, The Pathless Path Podcast)

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Chapters

1. Introduction to Corey Wilks' background and Mind Hack podcast (00:00:00)

2. The core psychological foundation for high achievers: overcoming the need for external permission (00:02:00)

3. Self-sabotage, imposter syndrome, and limiting beliefs as mental roadblocks (00:03:00)

4. Corey's background and how it impacted his beliefs about wealth and success (00:05:40)

5. Cody's personal journey and motivation for success (00:10:25)

6. The difference between therapy and coaching (00:13:00)

7. Self-concept inertia and its impact on personal growth (00:16:50)

8. Overcoming mental roadblocks: learning from others' trajectories and the fear of judgment (00:20:55)

9. Dealing with criticism and negative feedback as a creator (00:25:00)

10. The importance of embracing discomfort for growth (00:31:50)

11. Defining authentic success and core values (00:35:00)

12. The "What do you want?" question and its depth (00:39:20)

13. Using mortality as a motivator for meaningful work (00:43:00)

14. Procrastination as fear avoidance (00:47:00)

15. The shift from "productivity" to "post-productivity" and living intentionally (00:51:30)

16. Detaching self-esteem from output and balancing work with life (00:55:00)

17. The importance of reflection and cultivating stillness to avoid burnout (01:01:30)

18. Embracing boredom for creative insights (01:08:00)

19. Corey's work with online creators and the Creator Alchemy Lab (01:10:00)

20. Sustaining content creation and avoiding audience capture (01:15:30)

21. Evolving as a creator and allowing your content to change with you (01:21:50)

22. Living life and documenting experiences versus creating content from scratch (01:26:00)

23. Conclusion and final thoughts (01:29:00)

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