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    Ep 26 - Living Up To Our Potential

    en-usOctober 19, 2015

    Podcast Summary

    • Unlock your potential with MWF Motivation podcastListen to MWF Motivation podcast daily for 10-20 mins to grow, live up to potential, and make positive impacts on life.

      We all have the potential to grow and improve ourselves, but it requires intentional effort. The MWF Motivation podcast, rated as the number one podcast in iTunes in several categories, is designed to help listeners do just that - grow into the best version of themselves in just 10 to 20 minutes each day. However, many people go through life feeling underutilized and unfulfilled, simply "getting by." Rob Dial, the podcast host, encourages listeners to strive for more and not let their potential go unused. He urges listeners to subscribe to the podcast, share it with a friend, and work every day to live up to their potential. The podcast covers various life topics and provides thought-provoking discussions to help listeners make positive impacts on their lives. So, if you're looking to make the most of your days and live up to your potential, tune in to the MWF Motivation podcast.

    • Living a Mediocre Life is a ChoiceFrustration with settling for less, comfort zones hindering growth, necessity of change, and encouragement to challenge oneself for a fulfilling life

      Living a mediocre life is a choice, and it's a decision that many people make despite having the potential to achieve more. The speaker expresses frustration with those who simply "get by," arguing that everyone has one shot at life and should strive to live up to their potential every day. The comfort zone can be a dangerous place, leading people to stay stagnant rather than pushing themselves to grow and succeed. Change can be uncomfortable, but it's necessary for progress. The speaker encourages listeners to challenge themselves and not settle for a mediocre existence. Benjamin Franklin's quote, "Most people diet by 25, but they aren't buried until 75," illustrates the tendency for people to get comfortable and stop pushing themselves. Ultimately, the choice is ours to live a fulfilling, purposeful life or to settle for mediocrity.

    • Challenging routine for growthTo reach our full potential and adapt to change, we must intentionally introduce discomfort and mix up our routines, even if it feels uncomfortable at first.

      Our brains prefer routine and autopilot to conserve energy, but to reach our full potential and adapt to change, we must intentionally introduce discomfort and mix up our routines. The brain's energy efficiency comes at the cost of limiting new experiences and learning, making it crucial to challenge ourselves and embrace the uncomfortable. A simple example of this concept is the way we fold our arms. By folding our arms differently, we can feel the discomfort and recognize the habitual patterns our brains have established. This exercise illustrates the importance of breaking free from our comfort zones and adapting to new experiences, even if they initially feel strange or awkward. By embracing the uncomfortable, we can expand our capabilities and grow both personally and professionally.

    • Unlocking Full PotentialFocusing on maximizing our potential daily can lead to incredible achievements, instead of seeking escape to other planets.

      Each person has the potential to make significant improvements in their daily habits and, in turn, unlock their full potential. Imagine a world where every person lived up to their full potential – the possibilities would be limitless. This world would be filled with incredible inventions, discoveries, and accomplishments beyond our current imagination. However, only a small percentage of people are actively striving towards their full potential. Instead, many people spend their days in routine, wasting time on trivial activities. By putting one hundred percent of our efforts into every single day, we could accomplish feats beyond our current comprehension. Instead of focusing on escaping to other planets, we should focus on maximizing our potential right here on Earth.

    • Living each day to the fullest and making a positive differenceStrive to make every day count and work towards making a positive impact on the world, inspired by the determination and achievements of individuals and organizations.

      Every individual has the potential to make a significant impact on the world, and living life to the fullest could help us overcome challenges such as global warming. The feat of landing a spacecraft on Mars is a testament to what can be achieved when people dedicate themselves to a goal. Instead of wasting days waiting for the weekend, we should strive to live each day to the fullest and work towards making a positive difference. The human construct of days of the week is arbitrary, and we should aim to make every day count. By doing so, we could potentially accomplish incredible feats and improve the world around us.

    • Strive for your best self every dayReflect on potential, commit to growth, and live each day to its fullest to honor the memories of those who have passed and make the most of life.

      Life is too short and fragile to not strive to be our best selves every day. When we encounter tragedies or losses, we often reflect on our lives and consider how we can live more fully. However, it's easy to slip back into old habits and routines. To avoid this, we should ask ourselves if we are truly living up to our full potential and take small steps each day to get closer to our ideal selves. Reflecting on what our full potential looks like and what our lives would be like if we reached it can be a powerful motivator. By committing to personal growth and striving to live every day to its fullest, we can honor the memories of those who have passed and make the most of the time we have been given.

    • Focus on small improvements each day to build a strong and beautiful lifeMake every day count by striving for perfection and brightening someone else's day, leading to significant positive impact on your life and others

      You can make a significant impact on your life and the lives of others by focusing on small improvements each day. Imagine your life as a wall, where you only get to lay one brick a day. Make that brick count by striving for perfection. Over time, these small improvements will add up to a beautiful and strong wall. Additionally, make it your mission to brighten someone else's day. By sharing this episode with a friend and subscribing to our podcast, you're helping us spread positivity and motivation to more people. Remember, every little action counts, and together we can change the world. For more resources, visit mwfmotivation.com and download our free ebook, "Hack Your Goals." Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram for daily inspiration. Thank you for listening and have a fantastic day!

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