Published Jul 13, 2020

DO THIS To Turn Your FEAR INTO FUEL & Start Living Your TRUE PURPOSE| Lisa Nichols & Lewis Howes

Motivational speaker Lisa Nichols joins Lewis Howes to discuss transforming fear into fuel, embracing imperfections, and the crucial role of self-care, leadership, and conviction in achieving one's true purpose.
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  • Harnessing Fear

    Lisa Nichols shares her approach to transforming fear into a powerful motivator. She emphasizes the importance of failing forward, documenting lessons learned, and setting micro goals to make large objectives more manageable. Lisa also discusses the cost of inaction and encourages individuals to quantify what it costs them to stay still, urging them to take action despite their fears 1 2.

    We're paying for the same behavior over and over again. Get clear that you're paid in full for not being in action.

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    By unpacking the potential consequences of failure and judgment, she helps people move past their fears and take meaningful steps towards their goals.

       

    Fear in Decision-Making

    Understanding the role of fear in decision-making is crucial for making informed choices. Lisa explains that negative thinking is effortless and contagious, while positive thinking requires active effort. She stresses the importance of aligning one's mindset with their goals to achieve success 3.

    Your mindset is birthing your life experience. You cannot have a life in a castle with a mindset in the doghouse.

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    Lisa also highlights the power individuals hold and the impact their mindset has on those around them, urging leaders to recognize and embrace their influence 4.

       

    Fear and Growth

    Facing fears is integral to personal growth, and Lisa provides practical advice on pushing through fear for self-improvement. She advocates for maintaining a strong sense of purpose and not letting external circumstances dictate one's mission. Emotions should be acknowledged but not allowed to hinder progress 5.

    Action is the antidote for despair. Anything that's not working in your life, you have to be in some form of action.

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    Lisa emphasizes that action, not just thought, is essential for overcoming despair and achieving success 6.

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