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131 UnF Yourself: I am Relentless-Escaping the Thought Trap
Manage episode 504156590 series 3450232
We explore Chapter Six of Gary John Bishop's "Un-F Yourself," challenging the notion that we are defined by our thoughts and asserting that our actions ultimately determine our reality and results.
• Your thoughts influence what you do, but you are defined by your actions, not what's in your head
• Breaking through belief barriers requires focusing on the next small step rather than getting overwhelmed by the entire journey
• Small, consistent actions compound over time to create significant results
• Admiral McRaven's "make your bed" philosophy demonstrates how one small accomplishment creates momentum for your entire day
• Clearing mental clutter through physical action creates space for productivity and clearer thinking
• Getting "unstuck" often requires action first, with improved thoughts and feelings following
• The cycle of thoughts, beliefs, and actions works in both directions - positive actions create positive thoughts
• "Action may not bring happiness, but there is no happiness without action"
This week's quest: Take one small action toward something you've been thinking about but haven't acted on yet - even when you don't feel like it.
Connect with us on our LinkedIn page School of Thoughts . We also value your reviews, subscribing, and sharing our podcast "What's On Your Bookshelf?" on Apple and Spotify.
Subscribe to our new YouTube channel.
Chapters
1. Welcome to What's On Your Bookshelf (00:00:00)
2. Chapter Six: You Are What You Do (00:02:40)
3. Breaking Through Belief Barriers (00:07:23)
4. Consistency and Small Actions (00:12:23)
5. Clear Your Mental Clutter (00:19:12)
6. The Compound Effect of Daily Actions (00:24:53)
7. Action Creates Happiness (00:30:45)
149 episodes
Manage episode 504156590 series 3450232
We explore Chapter Six of Gary John Bishop's "Un-F Yourself," challenging the notion that we are defined by our thoughts and asserting that our actions ultimately determine our reality and results.
• Your thoughts influence what you do, but you are defined by your actions, not what's in your head
• Breaking through belief barriers requires focusing on the next small step rather than getting overwhelmed by the entire journey
• Small, consistent actions compound over time to create significant results
• Admiral McRaven's "make your bed" philosophy demonstrates how one small accomplishment creates momentum for your entire day
• Clearing mental clutter through physical action creates space for productivity and clearer thinking
• Getting "unstuck" often requires action first, with improved thoughts and feelings following
• The cycle of thoughts, beliefs, and actions works in both directions - positive actions create positive thoughts
• "Action may not bring happiness, but there is no happiness without action"
This week's quest: Take one small action toward something you've been thinking about but haven't acted on yet - even when you don't feel like it.
Connect with us on our LinkedIn page School of Thoughts . We also value your reviews, subscribing, and sharing our podcast "What's On Your Bookshelf?" on Apple and Spotify.
Subscribe to our new YouTube channel.
Chapters
1. Welcome to What's On Your Bookshelf (00:00:00)
2. Chapter Six: You Are What You Do (00:02:40)
3. Breaking Through Belief Barriers (00:07:23)
4. Consistency and Small Actions (00:12:23)
5. Clear Your Mental Clutter (00:19:12)
6. The Compound Effect of Daily Actions (00:24:53)
7. Action Creates Happiness (00:30:45)
149 episodes
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