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In today’s episode, we’re talking about the Dunning-Kruger effect and how it can impact our lives. The Dunning-Kruger effect is a cognitive bias that causes people to overestimate their abilities and knowledge while underestimating their limitations. Essentially, it’s a case of “you don’t know what you don’t know.” This can be a dangerous mindset to [&#823...

Hey there, it’s Shaun O’Gorman from The Strong Life Project, and in today’s episode, we’re talking about how kids fall 1,000 times, and what we as adults can learn from their determination and resilience. As adults, we often get bogged down by the fear of failure and the pressure to succeed. We become hesitant to […] The post EP 2591 Kids fall 1,000 times. appeared fi...

Today’s episode is about the importance of not letting loyalty become slavery. Loyalty is a valuable trait. It’s important to be loyal to the people and things that matter most in our lives. But sometimes, loyalty can become a burden. It can turn into slavery if we’re not careful. When we’re loyal to something or […] The post EP 2590 Don’t let loyalty become slavery....

Today’s episode is about the importance of doing the work if you want to see results. We all have goals and aspirations in life, but achieving those goals takes hard work, dedication, and persistence. It’s not enough to simply have a goal and hope that it will magically come true. You have to be willing […] The post If you don’t do the work, don’t be surprised by your lack of res...

Today’s episode is about the importance of checking the lock before you kick the door. We all have goals and aspirations in life, but sometimes we get so focused on achieving those goals that we forget to take the necessary steps to get there. It’s like trying to kick down a locked door instead of […] The post EP 2588 Check the lock before you kick the door. appeared first on The...

I want to talk about the power of the mind and how it can help us overcome our feelings and emotions. Many of us have experienced situations where our feelings and emotions have gotten the best of us, causing us to make decisions that we later regret. However, it’s important to remember that our mind […] The post EP 2587 Your mind must be stronger than your emotions. appeared first on...

Today’s episode is about the idea that your new life will cost you your old life. We all have things in our lives that we want to change, whether it’s a job, a relationship, or a habit. However, making those changes can be challenging because it often means giving up the old way of doing […] The post EP 2586 Your new life will cost you your old life appeared first on The Strong L...

Today’s episode is about the fear of happiness and how it can paralyse people. Believe it or not, some people are afraid of being happy. They may have experienced trauma or low self-esteem and feel like they don’t deserve happiness. Or they may be fearful that if they are happy, something bad will happen to […] The post EP 2585 Fear of happiness paralyses people. appeared first o...

We all experience self-doubt at some point in our lives. It’s that nagging voice in our heads that tells us we’re not good enough or capable of achieving our dreams. But the truth is, self-doubt only has as much power over us as we allow it to. In this episode, we’ll explore the concept of […] The post EP 2584 Outwork the self-doubt appeared first on The Strong Life Project...

We all have expectations in life, whether it’s expectations for ourselves, our loved ones, or our coworkers. But how often do we stop to think about what we’re really expecting from those around us? And are our expectations realistic and fair? In this episode, we’ll dive deep into the idea of expecting a little from […] The post EP 2583 Expect a little from others and a lot...

Today’s episode is all about how to have difficult conversations. We all have conversations that we dread. Maybe it’s confronting a friend or family member about something that’s bothering us, or having a tough conversation with a colleague or boss. Whatever the situation, difficult conversations can be stressful, but they are an essential part of […] The post EP 2582 How d...

Today’s episode is all about the importance of not giving up what you want most for what you want now. This is a topic that I believe is crucial for anyone who wants to achieve their goals and live a fulfilled life. We all have things that we want in life, whether it’s a successful […] The post EP 2581 Don’t give up what you want most for what you want now appeared first on The S...

Many people believe that hope is a strategy, that simply hoping for something to happen will make it a reality. But the truth is, hope alone is not enough. While hope can be a powerful motivator, it must be coupled with action to bring about change. We often see people in our lives who hope […] The post EP 2580 Hope is not a strategy appeared first on The Strong Life Project .

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Many of us have experienced moments where we narrowly avoided a disaster or a potentially life-altering event. It could be a car accident that almost happened, a job opportunity that fell through, or a relationship that didn’t work out. In these moments, we may feel lucky to have avoided a disaster, but we often don’t […] The post EP 2578 You never know the disaster you’ve avoide...

In this episode, I share my own experiences with overcoming limiting beliefs and the power of taking control of our own mindset. I also provide some practical strategies that listeners can use to identify and challenge the limiting beliefs that are holding them back. One key strategy is to question the source of the limiting […] The post EP 2577 Don’t listen to the limiting beliefs of others...

Too often, we find ourselves lost in the chaos of our daily lives, responding to urgent demands and putting out fires, without taking the time to reflect on what really matters to us. We get caught up in the busyness of life and forget to ask ourselves, “What am I really striving for?” In this […] The post EP 2576 What is your priority??? appeared first on The Strong Life Project...

We all make excuses from time to time, but the truth is excuses guarantee mediocrity. If you want to live an extraordinary life, you can’t rely on excuses to get you there. You need to take ownership of your life and your actions and stop making excuses for why you can’t achieve your goals. In […] The post EP 2575 A mistake repeated more than once is a choice. appeared first on T...

We all have excuses for why we can’t do something or why we haven’t achieved a particular goal. We might blame our lack of time, money, or resources. However, the truth is excuses guarantee misery. They keep us stuck in our comfort zones, prevent us from taking risks, and ultimately hold us back from reaching […] The post EP 2574 Excuses guarantee misery. appeared first on The St...

Have you ever heard the saying, “if you think it sucks, it does”? Well, it’s true. Our perception of a situation can heavily influence how we experience it. If we approach a situation with a negative attitude, we are more likely to have a negative experience. On the other hand, if we approach a situation […] The post EP 2573 If you think it sucks, it does appeared first on...

We all have goals and dreams that we want to achieve, but sometimes it can feel overwhelming and impossible. We think that we need to make massive changes or take huge leaps to get there, but that’s not always the case. Instead, I want to encourage you to focus on taking small steps towards your […] The post EP 2572 It just takes a bit of effort. appeared first on The Strong Life Proje...

I know from personal experience just how challenging it can be to stay strong and resilient in the face of people who push our buttons and test our limits. I have dealt with difficult individuals all through my life, as you probably have. In the moment, I have to dig deep and find the inner […] The post EP 2571 You must stand strong with difficult people. appeared first on The Strong Life Pr...

Now, I know this might sound like common sense, but too often, we find ourselves doing things we don’t want to do. Maybe it’s because we feel obligated, or we don’t want to disappoint someone, or we’re afraid of what might happen if we say no. But here’s the thing, when we do things we […] The post EP 2570 Don’t do things you don’t want to do appeared first on T...

We’ve all had moments where we’ve put our heart and soul into something, only to feel like no one else cares. Maybe it’s a project at work that you’ve poured countless hours into, or maybe it’s a relationship where you feel like you’re the only one putting in any effort. But here’s the thing, we […] The post EP 2569 Why don’t they care??? appeared fi...

Too often, we focus on the short-term cost of something without considering the long-term consequences. We think about the immediate financial outlay or time commitment, but we don’t think about the bigger picture. For example, let’s say you want to start your own business. The short-term cost might be the money you need to invest, […] The post EP 2568 What will it cost you appea...