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Your thinking is bad. I can help. These quick daily messages aim to upgrade your mental game by helping you tell a better story. The most powerful story in the world is the story you tell yourself. You can download my book at fromchad.gumroad.com. Email me at fromchadsmith@gmail.com or visit www.fromchad.com for episode transcripts.
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Sid Sijbrandij, GitLab’s co-founder, ran his returning bone cancer like a startup – sequencing his tumor cell by cell, using AI to help flag treatment targets, and following a lead to an experimental therapy in Germany that shrink the tumor and left him in remission, then publishing his data in a...
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Hindsight makes the past look golden while the future looks grim, but Hans Rosling‘s data tells a different story. The gap isn’t in the world – it’s between what we’ve been told and what’s actually true. Someday someone will wish they’d been dropped into 2026, and you are here.
Chuck Yeager attributed his success to avoiding mistakes rather than making brilliant moves. He emphasized the importance of knowledge over guessing, particularly in high-stakes situations like combat flying. Yeagers’ approach, rooted in fear and respect for the machine, highlights the value of p...
John Kralik, facing personal and professional struggles, committed to writing 365 thank-you notes in 2008. The simple act of gratitude transformed his life leading to improved relationships, a stabilized law, firm, and ultimately, his appointment as a judge. The story emphasizes the power of grat...
The reticular activating system (R. A. S.) in the brain filters information based on what we focus on. This can lead to “inattentional blindness,” where we miss the things that are not our focus. By consciously choosing what to look for, we can change our perspective and notice positive aspects o...
Structure is crucial for navigating difficult times. Neurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren, who experienced profound grief, emphasizes the importance of building systems and routines to maintain stability insanity during challenging seasons.
George Lucas struggled with writing Star Wars. So he gave himself a non-negotiable regarding the work. His structure, though not making writing easy, removed the daily decision-making process. Establish a daily routine with a specific time, place, and goal to reduce stress and increase productivity.
John Wooden, the legendary basketball coach, believed that a successful day started the night before. He prioritized rest in preparation, exemplified by his practice of taking his team to a motel before games. This evening, routine, or bookend, helps reduce stress and sets up a productive tomorrow.
A morning commitment, like Anthony Bourdain‘s Brazilian, jujutsu training, can influence nighttime decisions by providing a reason to protect the next day. This “morning anchor” removes the need for constant self negotiation and willpower, making it easier to resist temptations later in the day.
Stress is most damaging when you feel powerless. Psychologist Jay Weiss’s experiments with rats demonstrated that control, even if it doesn’t eliminate stress, can mitigate it’s negative effects. The manage stress, identify and utilize the aspects of your day where you have control, such as your ...
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