David Ask's journey to understanding resilience and grit started with his own experiences growing up. His parents' minimalist advice of "be kind to everybody, don't be a jerk and work really hard" laid a foundation, but David's personal experiences and the desire to instill resilience in his own children fueled his research of the topic. Through his own trials and challenges, David realized the significance of intrinsic motivation and bouncing back from setbacks, which ultimately led him to look deeper into the concepts of grit and resilience. This personal connection to the topic ties his insights with a relatable perspective, making his journey a compelling and insightful story for anyone seeking to understand the value of resilience and grit.

This is part 2 of a 2-part interview with David Ask

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover the key differences between grit and resilience and how they shape your future success.
• Uncover the importance of identity and authenticity in nurturing your resilience and confidence.
• Learn how to develop essential values to foster resilience and inner strength.
• Explore the profound impact of fatherhood on your emotional resilience and character development, as well as that of your children.
• Embrace a "thinking better, not bigger" mindset to support your resilience and mental well-being.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:01 – The Difference Between Grit and Resilience

00:03:51 - Importance of Identity and Authenticity

00:09:55 – How to Overcome Past Challenges

00:13:54 - Embracing Growth and Learning

00:20:15 - Nurturing Authentic Relationships

00:27:25 - The Need for Approval and Applause

00:29:10 - Thinking Better, Not Bigger

Connect with David Ask

Website

https://www.davidask.com/

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedavidask/

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https://LivingFearlessTodayPodcast.com

Coaching Website

https://www.hicoachmike.com/

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/hicoachmike/

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