"This MINDSET SHIFT Will Let You Achieve ANYTHING YOU WANT In Life!" | Tom Bilyeu & Lewis Howes

Mindset

Tom emphasizes the importance of adopting a learner's identity and setting exciting and honorable goals. He believes in taking responsibility for one's actions and only engaging in activities that move towards these goals. Tom's passion for mindset led him to create Impact Theory University, aiming to reach a broader audience with life-changing principles.

I only do things that move me towards my goals, so I'm very careful about what my goal is. And another rule, my goals must always be exciting and honorable.

--- Tom Bilyeu

He explains that while 2% of people will adopt these principles, the challenge lies in reaching the remaining 98% who are resistant to change 1 2.

   

Skills

Tom highlights the significance of skill acquisition in personal growth, stressing that skills have practical utility. He shares his journey from lamenting his perceived inadequacies to relentlessly acquiring new skills. Tom believes that mastering difficult skills can make one feel unstoppable and significantly impact one's life.

The only belief that matters is that if I put time and energy into getting a new skill, I actually will get better at that thing.

--- Tom Bilyeu

He encourages aligning one's goals with skill acquisition to maximize personal and professional growth 3 4.

   

Insecurities

Addressing insecurities is crucial for achieving self-confidence and success. Tom shares his personal struggles with intelligence and how he learned to self-soothe and recenter himself. He emphasizes the importance of not investing in insecurities and instead focusing on personal growth.

Am I insecure? Yes. Am I paralyzed by insecurity? No. Do I invest in that insecurity? No.

--- Tom Bilyeu

Tom and his wife have developed strategies to navigate emotional hijacks and maintain a supportive relationship, highlighting the importance of addressing insecurities openly 5 6.