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“The mindset is what distinguishes the people who are successful from the not successful.” – Dr. Chris Friesen
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Here at WehnerEd, our mission is to enable you to unlock your greatest value, discover your true purpose, and to live a life that fulfills your deepest passions through that work you love. In each episode, we explore tech roles that positively impact the world, uncover the straightest path to earning a career that you’ll love, and provide meaningful insights to help you be your best.
In today’s impressive episode we welcome a very special guest, Dr. Chris Friesen.
Dr. Friesen is a psychologist who has always been fascinated by what makes people successful. He is a licensed clinical, forensic, and neuro-psychologist whose clients span a TON of different backgrounds including: Professional, national, Olympic, and up-and-coming elite athletes
High-achieving professionals
entrepreneurs
executives
academics
and writers His work dives in at the deep neuroscience level to enable these individuals to achieve their personal and professional potential.
He is currently director of Friesen Sport & Performance Psychology and a contributor to Success.com.
He is also the author of his own book: Achieve: Find Out Who You Are, What You Really Want, and How To Make It Happen.
I mean, wow! Our conversation today dives into Chris’ wealth of knowledge, and is one that you won’t want to miss!
Key insights from our conversation: “The mindset is what distinguishes the people who are successful from the not successful.” – Chris
“Anxiety is normal. It just means you care.” – Chris
“Motivation, self-confidence, and lack of anxiety; those all come after you take action!” – Chris Topics we Discussed: Training and achieving peak performance is much more a result of a mindset than talent
How to combat fear – Chris' 5-minute rule Do an activity that you know you need to do (but don't want to do) for 5 minutes. After that either ride the momentum and keep at it, or stop if it's truly as unbearable as you thought it would be How to combat a world full of digital distractions
balancing important but not urgent items with those that are not important but seemingly urgent
Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport
Why social media is addicting
The science behind why failure teaches better lessons than success
Why our brains try to convince you not to take professional risks, even if they'll lead to continual growth and improvement Bits of knowledge borrowed from others: “If I had four hours to chop down a tree, I’d spend the first two hours sharpening the axe” – Abraham Lincoln
“I didn’t like any of my early morning runs but I liked the idea of being a world champion.” -Muhammad Ali
“Without change, your last 6 months will closely represent your next 6 months.” – Peter Voogd How to contact Chris: FriesenPerformance.com
ACHIEVE: Find Out Who You Are, What You Really Want, And How To Make It Happen by Chris Friesen Audible Audiobook
iTunes Audioboook LinkedIn
Facebook
Twitter
Please note that this episode is not a medical diagnosis nor professional health advice. Please consult with your doctor or other qualified healthcare professional before using any product or strategy discussed within this episode or website. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program. This general information is not intended to diagnose any medical condition or to replace your healthcare professional. Consult with your healthcare professional to design an appropriate exercise prescription. If you experience any pain or difficulty with these exercises, stop and consult your healthcare provider.
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“The mindset is what distinguishes the people who are successful from the not successful.” – Dr. Chris Friesen
Listen and subscribe on iTunes | Spotify| Stitcher | Google Play | PlayerFM | iHeart Radio
Here at WehnerEd, our mission is to enable you to unlock your greatest value, discover your true purpose, and to live a life that fulfills your deepest passions through that work you love. In each episode, we explore tech roles that positively impact the world, uncover the straightest path to earning a career that you’ll love, and provide meaningful insights to help you be your best.
In today’s impressive episode we welcome a very special guest, Dr. Chris Friesen.
Dr. Friesen is a psychologist who has always been fascinated by what makes people successful. He is a licensed clinical, forensic, and neuro-psychologist whose clients span a TON of different backgrounds including: Professional, national, Olympic, and up-and-coming elite athletes
High-achieving professionals
entrepreneurs
executives
academics
and writers His work dives in at the deep neuroscience level to enable these individuals to achieve their personal and professional potential.
He is currently director of Friesen Sport & Performance Psychology and a contributor to Success.com.
He is also the author of his own book: Achieve: Find Out Who You Are, What You Really Want, and How To Make It Happen.
I mean, wow! Our conversation today dives into Chris’ wealth of knowledge, and is one that you won’t want to miss!
Key insights from our conversation: “The mindset is what distinguishes the people who are successful from the not successful.” – Chris
“Anxiety is normal. It just means you care.” – Chris
“Motivation, self-confidence, and lack of anxiety; those all come after you take action!” – Chris Topics we Discussed: Training and achieving peak performance is much more a result of a mindset than talent
How to combat fear – Chris' 5-minute rule Do an activity that you know you need to do (but don't want to do) for 5 minutes. After that either ride the momentum and keep at it, or stop if it's truly as unbearable as you thought it would be How to combat a world full of digital distractions
balancing important but not urgent items with those that are not important but seemingly urgent
Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport
Why social media is addicting
The science behind why failure teaches better lessons than success
Why our brains try to convince you not to take professional risks, even if they'll lead to continual growth and improvement Bits of knowledge borrowed from others: “If I had four hours to chop down a tree, I’d spend the first two hours sharpening the axe” – Abraham Lincoln
“I didn’t like any of my early morning runs but I liked the idea of being a world champion.” -Muhammad Ali
“Without change, your last 6 months will closely represent your next 6 months.” – Peter Voogd How to contact Chris: FriesenPerformance.com
ACHIEVE: Find Out Who You Are, What You Really Want, And How To Make It Happen by Chris Friesen Audible Audiobook
iTunes Audioboook LinkedIn
Facebook
Twitter
Please note that this episode is not a medical diagnosis nor professional health advice. Please consult with your doctor or other qualified healthcare professional before using any product or strategy discussed within this episode or website. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program. This general information is not intended to diagnose any medical condition or to replace your healthcare professional. Consult with your healthcare professional to design an appropriate exercise prescription. If you experience any pain or difficulty with these exercises, stop and consult your healthcare provider.