"Why SPENDING MORE Time & Energy WON'T Make You SUCCESSFUL!" | Seth Godin & Lewis Howes

Self-Trust

Seth Godin discusses the detrimental impact of social media on self-trust. He explains that social media platforms are designed to make users feel inadequate, which undermines their self-confidence. Godin suggests turning off social media and spending time alone to reconnect with oneself and build self-trust:

The addiction is it keeps you from the noise in your head. It keeps you from yourself.

--- Seth Godin

By reducing social media use, individuals can engage in practices that allow their true selves to emerge and be trusted 1.

   

Responsibility

Godin emphasizes the importance of embracing responsibility rather than making excuses. He explains that modern technology has removed many barriers to creativity, leaving individuals with no excuse not to pursue their passions. Godin advocates for being 'on the hook,' which means taking responsibility and showing up consistently:

What it means to be on the hook is to make a promise, is to show up and say, I have a podcast, and it's going to be here next week, too.

--- Seth Godin

This mindset shift from making excuses to embracing responsibility can significantly enhance one's creative output 2.

   

Managing Fear

Understanding and managing fear is crucial for creative success. Godin suggests that fear often underlies resistance and self-doubt. He proposes a thought-provoking question: 'If you knew you were going to fail, what would you do that's worth doing?' This approach encourages individuals to pursue meaningful work despite the risk of failure:

If you knew you were going to fail, what would you do that's worth doing? Go do that.

--- Seth Godin

By confronting fear directly, creatives can focus on work that truly matters to them 3.

   

Facing Uncertainty

Godin shares his personal experiences with fear, particularly when committing to significant projects. He explains that fear can arise from the uncertainty of others' reactions and the challenge of maintaining passion in the face of skepticism. Godin highlights the importance of persisting through fear to achieve long-term success:

Sometimes you have to persist, and other times you have to say, I was wrong. And either one of them is really challenging.

--- Seth Godin

This persistence, despite fear and uncertainty, is key to creative and professional growth 4.