Listen "197 — The 4 Magic Tricks to Transform Your Life With Bestselling Author Brad Meltzer"
Episode Synopsis
What if the secret to building mental strength lies in magic? Today’s guest, New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer, reveals insights on resilience, empathy, and personal transformation using the metaphor of magic tricks.
Brad is a celebrated novelist, children’s book author, and storyteller whose viral University of Michigan commencement speech has inspired millions.
Some of the things we talk about are:
The 4 magic tricks that will help you grow stronger and change your life
The power of empathy and how kindness can change everything
How to harness failure as fuel for growth
What it means to live authentically and why it's important to reflect on your best self
The ongoing journey of transformation
The one thing all heroes have in common
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Links & Resources
BradMeltzer.com
Brad's 2024 Commencement Address
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Brad is a celebrated novelist, children’s book author, and storyteller whose viral University of Michigan commencement speech has inspired millions.
Some of the things we talk about are:
The 4 magic tricks that will help you grow stronger and change your life
The power of empathy and how kindness can change everything
How to harness failure as fuel for growth
What it means to live authentically and why it's important to reflect on your best self
The ongoing journey of transformation
The one thing all heroes have in common
Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium for exclusive content like bonus episodes, signed books, and 30-day challenges that will keep you growing stronger.
Links & Resources
BradMeltzer.com
Brad's 2024 Commencement Address
Follow Brad on Instagram — @BradMeltzer
Connect with the Show
Buy Amy's books on mental strength
Connect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthor
Sponsors
OneSkin — Get 15% off OneSkin with the code STRONGER at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod
Calm — Get 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription at calm.com/STRONGER
ZocDoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/STRONGER to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today!
AirDoctor — Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code STRONGER to get UP TO $300 off today!
Shopify — Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/mentallystronger!
Branch Basics — Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code STRONGER15 at https://branchbasics.com/STRONGER15 #branchbasicspod
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