Ever had a brilliant idea that never made it past your brain? Or watched a dream die because someone poked too many holes in it before you even had a chance to build it?

In this episode of Ambitious, George Bryant is back to teach one of the most powerful frameworks I've ever learned. This is the Dream Storming model, originally created by Walt Disney to bring Disneyland to life. We're breaking down the three core buckets (Dreamer, Builder, and Protector), the exact rules for each state, and how to recognize which bucket you naturally live in versus which one you go to when triggered.

But here's where it gets really good: this framework isn't just for your business. George and I get vulnerable about how we use this in our long-distance relationship, how it's transformed the way we communicate during conflict, and why understanding someone's dominant state can completely shift the dynamic in your partnerships, friendships, and even with your kids.

00:00 Introduction

12:25 The Walt Disney Dream Storming Story

18:09 Applying the Dream Storming Model

33:50 Understanding the Dreamer Bucket

34:32 Transitioning to the Builder Bucket

35:04 Entering the Protector Bucket

35:22 Applying the Dream Storming Process

36:02 Facilitating Dream Storming with Teams

36:40 The Importance of Discipline in Dream Storming

45:41 Interpersonal Applications of Dream Storming

50:29 The Power of Divergent Thinking

53:31 Recognizing Natural and Triggered States

01:05:08 Understanding the Protector Mode

01:05:50 Navigating Conversations with Awareness

01:12:03 Applying the Framework in Personal and Professional Life

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