Stimulus - Learn Tools to Crush It in Your Medical Career

54. Spanish matador Juan Belmonte practiced naked | Defining success and developing character through the medium of career


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What gives you fulfillment in your job? If you know it, do you make purposeful choices to keep pointed in that direction?

We start with the tale of Juan Belmonte...

Juan Belmonte's journey to becoming a master of the bullfighting arena is a tale of resilience and unparalleled determination. Born into modest circumstances, Belmonte initially faced a series of setbacks, including an early attempt at being a shopkeeper, which failed, compounded by a physical disability that could have easily derailed his ambitions. Undeterred, Belmonte turned to bullfighting, an arena where his physical limitations were not merely obstacles but challenges to overcome. He spent countless hours practicing, developing a unique style that would later revolutionize the sport. His technique, marked by standing motionless and allowing the bull to pass dangerously close, contrasted sharply with the more dynamic and agile styles of his contemporaries. This daring approach not only compensated for his physical limitations but also turned them into an advantage, captivating audiences with its sheer audacity and grace. Belmonte's mastery of bullfighting was not just in his physical prowess but in his ability to transform weakness into strength, earning him a legendary status in the history of the sport. His life story is a testament to the power of resilience and the pursuit of excellence against all odds.

"No life worthy of the name consists of anything more than the continual series of struggles to develop one's character through the medium of whatever one has chosen as a career." Juan Belmonte

With special guests:

  • Amal Mattu
  • Scott Weingart
  • Greg Henry 
  • Mizuho Morrison
  • Haney Mallemat
  • Reuben Strayer
  • Mike Weinstock
  • Victoria Brazil
  • Ilene Claudius

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