263: End Destination Thinking, Enjoy the Process, and Complete Daily Goals with Motivational Speaker Todd Lemense

Todd Lemense (Twitter.com/todd_lemense) becomes the first ever return guest on our program! A motivational speaker, he says that most people fall into the trap of “destination thinking” … the idea that a single event, such as a product launch, wedding, or birth of a baby will be the “single moment that changes everything” when in reality, it’s all about those consistent daily actions.

Instead of being disappointed when “that one event” didn’t change much, learn to enjoy the process. Manage your fear, hope, and expectations with daily goals. Don’t cop-out by thinking “I don’t have that problem.” Educate yourself about your own emotional maturity, and spiritual/health/financial status to reach that higher standard. Everyone, including celebrities like Carrie Underwood and Tom Brady, have multiple coaches just to become 1% better (or maintain the same skill level), so you need a similar resource as well.

Quotes:                                                                                                                                   

“We have to concentrate on processes. Life isn’t static, it keeps moving.” – Todd Lemense

“Life is short and ends quickly, so do as much as you can while you can; it’s never going to get easier than it is right now.” – Todd Lemense

“The quality of our lives is the quality of our relationships. I try to enjoy everyone for who they are right now, and I don’t plan on changing them.” – Todd Lemense

Takeaways:

02:14 Success isn’t about reaching a single destination, but consistently putting in daily effort across all life areas.

09:16 Appreciate relationships and people as they are right now, instead of expecting them to change.

11:03 Not every day will be perfect, and that’s okay – managing expectations is crucial for personal growth.

13:14 Top performers always seek coaching and feedback, regardless of their current skill level.

18:25 Challenging experiences can be valuable learning opportunities that ultimately help you improve.

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