S2E51 - The Best Within You
04/10/23 • 31 min
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McKay’s focus today is on the power of discovering what lies within ourselves, and he begins by introducing the story of Aaron Sorkin. Armed with a passion for drama and theater from an early age, it wasn't until Aaron dared to fail that he found success. His story serves as a testament to the power of daring to fail and discovering what lies within us.
McKay also shares the stories of Eric and Laura, individuals who both faced adversity and overcame it to find success. Their stories, along with Sorkin’s, inspire us all to embrace our own journeys and discover our potential. They also teach us that, to find what lies within us, we must be resilient, determined, and willing to let go of what we cannot do, while remembering who we are and where we came from. Mckay’s words of wisdom here today, combined with these powerful narratives, empower us all to discover the very best that lies within us.
Episode Highlights:
- Open Your Eyes’ two-year anniversary
- Aaron Sorkin's story
- How the best that lies within us can lead to remarkable success
- Eric and Laura’s stories of overcoming adversity and finding success
- Embracing our journeys and discovering our potential
- The power of resilience and determination
- Letting go of what we cannot do
- Remembering who we are and where we came from
- Discovering the best that lies within you
Quotes:
"The best that lies within you is waiting to be discovered.”
"Success is not the absence of failure; it's the persistence through failure."
"Daring to fail is not about wanting to fail. It's about recognizing that failure is a possibility, and deciding to take the risk anyway."
"Believe in yourself, and the rest will fall into place."
"The most important thing to do is to get started, even if it's a small step."
"The things I cannot do, I will let go. But the things I can do, I will learn to do well."
"She continued to write, and she became a successful author, living out her passion for writing about horses and racing."
"To find what lies within you, you may need to remember who you are and where you came from."
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McKay’s focus today is on the power of discovering what lies within ourselves, and he begins by introducing the story of Aaron Sorkin. Armed with a passion for drama and theater from an early age, it wasn't until Aaron dared to fail that he found success. His story serves as a testament to the power of daring to fail and discovering what lies within us.
McKay also shares the stories of Eric and Laura, individuals who both faced adversity and overcame it to find success. Their stories, along with Sorkin’s, inspire us all to embrace our own journeys and discover our potential. They also teach us that, to find what lies within us, we must be resilient, determined, and willing to let go of what we cannot do, while remembering who we are and where we came from. Mckay’s words of wisdom here today, combined with these powerful narratives, empower us all to discover the very best that lies within us.
Episode Highlights:
- Open Your Eyes’ two-year anniversary
- Aaron Sorkin's story
- How the best that lies within us can lead to remarkable success
- Eric and Laura’s stories of overcoming adversity and finding success
- Embracing our journeys and discovering our potential
- The power of resilience and determination
- Letting go of what we cannot do
- Remembering who we are and where we came from
- Discovering the best that lies within you
Quotes:
"The best that lies within you is waiting to be discovered.”
"Success is not the absence of failure; it's the persistence through failure."
"Daring to fail is not about wanting to fail. It's about recognizing that failure is a possibility, and deciding to take the risk anyway."
"Believe in yourself, and the rest will fall into place."
"The most important thing to do is to get started, even if it's a small step."
"The things I cannot do, I will let go. But the things I can do, I will learn to do well."
"She continued to write, and she became a successful author, living out her passion for writing about horses and racing."
"To find what lies within you, you may need to remember who you are and where you came from."
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Previous Episode
S2E50 - You Got This
Today, McKay explores the power of an “I Got This” belief in your life. McKay then recounts the inspiring story of Amy Bockerstette, a golfer with Down syndrome who defied the odds and became the first person with the condition to play in the Arizona high school state championship and go on to golf on the PGA tour as a sponsor guest. Amy uses an “I Got This” approach to her life.
Throughout the episode, McKay uses examples of how you can develop your own “I Got This” approach to work, overcoming habits and life. Essential to this mindset is the power of surrounding yourself with people who empower your core belief, treating opportunities as a privilege, and the empowering strength of taking action. In essence, today’s episode highlights the power of mindset, work and action in empowering yourself and your team. He emphasizes the importance of taking action, even when it is difficult, and believing that “you’ve got this” so you can move closer to your goals.
Episode Highlights:
- Self-belief as a crucial factor in achieving our goals
- Amy Bockerstette's story
- The statistics around the chances of making it to the professional level in sports
- The difference that encouragement and uplifting messages can make
- Cultivating self-belief through positive self-talk and affirmations
- Believing in ourselves and putting in the work
- The story of the Thompson triplets
- Treating things as opportunities rather than requirements
- Taking action, even when it is difficult
- The different impact of action and inaction
- The impact of a team understanding and feeling what they're fighting for
- Moving closer or further away from who you're meant to be
Quotes:
"Self-belief is the foundation for achieving greatness in any area of our lives."
"Amy Bockerstette's story reminds us that anything is possible if we believe in ourselves."
"Sponsors' exemptions are a testament to the power of self-belief and the willingness to seize opportunities."
"Encouragement and uplifting messages can make a world of difference to someone who is struggling with self-doubt."
"Self-belief is not just a mindset, it's a way of life that can lead to success in all areas."
"Few things at my age are more important than one - surrounding myself with good people who influence me for good, and two - being the type of person who can lift others by my goodness or work ethic."
"The contagious effect that they had on each other gave them the needed power to do the work to win."
"He who has a ‘why’ to live can bear almost any ‘how’."
"Inaction breeds doubt, complacency, fear. Action feeds your faith."
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Next Episode
S2E52 - The Road Ahead
In this week’s episode, McKay explores the road that lays ahead of you in your life. He begins this exploration by sharing two stories from Tom Watson's experiences at the Masters Tournament which highlight the importance of embracing both the highs and lows in life. These stories serve as powerful reminders for us to reflect on our own journey, to navigate the challenges and opportunities ahead with grace and resilience, and to stay committed and focused on our goals, regardless of the obstacles that may come our way.
The podcast episode also discusses the topic of failure and how to handle it. By focusing on the road ahead and fixing our vision on our end goal, we can learn to see failure as an opportunity for growth and learning. It's important to have a clear understanding of where we're headed, as this helps us navigate our journey with purpose and intention. Difficult roads may lead to beautiful destinations, and by persevering through the challenges, we become the person we are destined to be. Join McKay here today and you will be inspired to approach life with a growth mindset and to embrace the journey, no matter what it brings.
Episode Highlights:
- Tom Watson's stories and their significance
- Embracing both the highs and lows of life with grace and resilience
- The importance of commitments and promises in our lives
- The power of love and support
- Failure as an opportunity to learn and grow
- Focusing on the road ahead
- Having a clear end goal in mind
- Difficult roads and beautiful destinations
- The importance of not giving up
- Learning how to react to future mistakes
- Defining yourself and your mistakes
Quotes:
"Life is full of highs and lows, and we need to learn to navigate both with grace and resilience."
"Tom Watson's stories remind us that life is full of surprises and opportunities, and we need to be ready to seize the moment."
"Commitments and promises are powerful drivers of our actions and choices, even in the face of adversity."
"Love and support from our family and friends can help us overcome the toughest challenges in life."
"The road ahead in life may be uncertain, but we can choose to embrace it with courage and determination."
"Failure can be good. It's fertilizer."
"Looking ahead is a huge help in life."
"We each have the ability to make meaning from our actions and the actions of our children."
"It is a simple fact that difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations."
"Your difficult road will help you rise and you will find the strength to travel the road and make a better you along the way."
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