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In this episode of The Reaching Max Potential Podcast, we dive into the paradoxical truths that defy conventional wisdom yet hold the keys to success and fulfillment. Discover why slowing down can accelerate progress, how embracing vulnerability leads to strength, and why discomfort is the gateway to growth. Backed by scientific research and practical tips, we explore how these counter-intuitive lessons can revolutionize your approach to self-improvement, entrepreneurship, fitness, and life mastery. Tune in to challenge your assumptions and unlock your highest potential.REFERENCESBrown, B. (2012). Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead. Gotham Books.Brown, K. W., & Ryan, R. M. (2003). The benefits of being present: mindfulness and its role in psychological well-being. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 84(4), 822.Covey, S. R. (1989). The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change. Free Press.Duckworth, A. (2016). Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance. Scribner.Dunn, E. W., Aknin, L. B., & Norton, M. I. (2008). Spending money on others promotes happiness. Science, 319(5870), 1687-1688.Dweck, C. S. (2006). Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. Random House.Gibala, M. J., Little, J. P., Macdonald, M. J., & Hawley, J. A. (2012). Physiological adaptations to low-volume, high-intensity interval training in health and disease. Journal of Physiology, 590(5), 1077-1084.Grant, A. (2013). Give and Take: A Revolutionary Approach to Success. Viking.Hausswirth, C., & Mujika, I. (2013). Recovery for Performance in Sport. Human Kinetics.Kabat-Zinn, J. (1994). Wherever You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life. Hyperion.Konrath, S. H. (2012). The empathy paradox: Increasing disconnection in the age of increasing connection. Handbook of Research on Teaching Ethics in Business and Management Education, 202-223.Lehrer, J. (2009). How We Decide. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.Mattson, M. P. (2008). Hormesis defined. Ageing Research Reviews, 7(1), 1-7.McKeown, G. (2014). Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less. Crown Business.Ries, E. (2011). The Lean Startup: How Today's Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses. Crown Business.Schwartz, B. (2004). The Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less. Ecco.Stulberg, B., & Magness, S. (2017). Peak Performance: Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive with the New Science of Success. Rodale Books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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