Listen "Stop Asking 'What If I Fail?' (Ask This Instead)"
Episode Synopsis
Are you trapped in a cycle of "what if I fail?" thinking that's keeping you from pursuing your biggest goals and dreams?In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths, hosts Matt Bonelli and Garrett Frey tackle one of the biggest obstacles to success: the natural tendency to focus on negative "what if" scenarios instead of positive possibilities. They reveal why our brains default to worst-case thinking and provide practical strategies for flipping the script.In This Episode, You'll Discover:Why we always focus on negative "what ifs" instead of positive outcomesThe board-breaking exercise that helps eliminate fear-based thinkingHow to use the "crumple and throw away" technique for negative thoughtsWhy asking "what if nothing changes?" is the most powerful questionThe difference between objective analysis and fear-based excusesReal-life examples of successful "what if it works?" thinkingHow negative media consumption amplifies worst-case scenario thinkingPractical frameworks for making decisions based on possibility, not fearKey Topics Covered:Fear-based decision making, mindset transformation, goal achievement, risk assessment, positive thinking strategies, overcoming limiting beliefs, business decision making, life transitions, confidence building, and success psychology.Matt and Garrett share personal stories about their own "what if" moments, including their decision to launch Life at 10/10ths and major life transitions. They provide actionable techniques for identifying when you're stuck in negative thinking patterns and how to redirect your focus toward empowering possibilities.Perfect for: Entrepreneurs facing big decisions, real estate agents considering career moves, anyone feeling stuck by fear of failure, people contemplating major life changes, and business professionals looking to overcome limiting beliefs.Connect with Life at Ten Tenths:Download the Life at Ten Tenths app for exclusive content and community accessVisit lifeattentenths.com for coaching programs and resourcesJoin the 11 Circle group coaching community for weekly sessionsSubscribe and Review: If this episode helped shift your perspective, subscribe and leave a review. Your feedback helps us reach more people who need these mindset strategies.Tags: mindset, fear, decision making, goal setting, success psychology, entrepreneurship, real estate, business growth, personal development, limiting beliefs, confidence, risk taking
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