Season 2, Episode 2 | "Are you playing the role, or is the role playing you?"

In this episode of Strong & Awake, Dane and Mitch explore the four archetypical roles we all play in life: victim, hero, guide, and rescuer. They discuss how recognizing and choosing these roles can transform your life. From pickleball to the literature we consume, this episode challenges you to wake up to the roles you're playing and choose the path of voluntary discomfort to achieve true transformation. Join us as we explore the second anchor of the series, Choose Your Role.

Chapters:

• 00:00 Introduction
• 01:22 Pickleball and the Roles We Play
• 10:12 The Four Roles
• 15:38 Symptoms of the Role We are Playing
• 17:50 Moving Beyond Victimhood
• 26:39 Invitation & Identification
• 32:02 Transformation is Hard

Mentions:

• Donald Miller: Mentioned in the context of his work with StoryBrand and his book "Hero on a Mission".
• Joseph Campbell: Referenced for his work "The Hero with a Thousand Faces" and the concept of the hero's journey.
• Matthew Dicks: Mentioned for his storytelling principles.
• Dan Allender: Psychologist known for his work with adults who were sexually molested as children. Mentioned for his unique therapeutic approach.
• Tim Krueger: Co-founder of MWOD and mentioned in a story about his parenting approach.
• Seth Godin: Referenced for his quote, "People like us do things like this."
• Luke Skywalker, Obi Wan Kenobi, Yoda: Characters from "Star Wars" used to illustrate the hero's journey and the roles of victim, guide, and hero.

Anchor Actions:

1. Identify Your Role: Take a moment to reflect on the role you're currently playing in different aspects of your life in any given moment. Are you acting as a victim, hero, guide, or rescuer? Acknowledge this without judgment and ask yourself if this is the role you want to play or if it's the role your future self would be proud of.
2. Seek Voluntary Discomfort: Challenge yourself to step out of your comfort zone purposefully. Whether it's taking on a new sport like pickleball, tackling a difficult project at work, or having a tough conversation, choose the harder path that requires effort and growth. Remember, transformation happens through overcoming challenges, not by drifting in comfort.
3. Ask for Constructive Guidance: If you find yourself stuck in a victim or rescuer role, reach out to someone who has navigated similar challenges. Instead of seeking someone to solve your problems, look for a guide who can offer insights and direction while allowing you to do the work. This approach fosters personal growth and self-reliance.

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