Published Apr 29, 2019

Be the Greatest You with Trent Shelton and Lewis Howes

Trent Shelton, former NFL player turned motivational speaker, delves into overcoming fear, nurturing supportive relationships, and discovering personal purpose with Lewis Howes. He offers transformative insights and practical tips for personal growth, focusing on a positive mindset, disciplined routines, and self-reflection to unlock one's greatest potential.
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  • Daily Routines

    emphasizes the importance of daily routines for maintaining mental and physical health. He outlines his "four A's"—appreciation, affection, accomplishment, and activity—as key components of his morning routine. These practices help him start the day positively and protect his peace, which he believes is essential for overall well-being 1. agrees, noting that focusing on oneself first is crucial for being able to give to others 2.

    Protect your peace.

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    Trent also stresses the need for self-care and setting aside personal time to become a better version of oneself for loved ones 2.

       

    Discipline

    Discipline and consistency are cornerstones of philosophy for achieving long-term success. He defines discipline as the ability to say no to things that don't lead to a yes, emphasizing the importance of avoiding temptations and bad habits 3. Consistency, according to Trent, involves anchoring actions in greatness and producing one's best daily 3.

    Just get good at saying no to the things that don't get you a yes.

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    He also highlights the role of faith and the belief that consistent effort will eventually yield results, even if they aren't immediately visible 4.

       

    Champion Mindset

    Developing a champion mindset is crucial for overcoming obstacles and excelling in various life facets. shares that even he has off days, but maintaining a championship mindset involves understanding and practicing five key principles 5. These principles include commitment, staying loyal to one's goals even after the initial excitement fades, and finding small, manageable commitments to build consistency 6.

    Staying loyal to what you said you were going to do long after the mood you said it in has left you.

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    adds that being true to one's word is essential for long-term success 6.

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