Daily Boost Motivation and Coaching

Life’s Essential Questions: Your Guide To Growth


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In this thought-provoking episode, Scott Smith shares a touching and humorous conversation with his 93-year-old mother, who asks him if he's figured out what he'll be when he grows up. This leads to a deeper exploration of life's fundamental questions that can guide personal growth and fulfillment. Through his signature blend of wisdom and warmth, Scott presents ten essential questions that he's been asking his audience for 19 years, demonstrating how these timeless inquiries can help shape a more purposeful life.


Featured Story:

Scott recounts visiting his mother in Virginia, expecting to offer guidance to her, only to find himself on the receiving end of a profound question about his own life direction. This story sets up the episode's broader message about continuous growth and self-reflection at any age.


Key Takeaways:

  • Life's unfairness is a reality, but our mindset can help level the playing field
  • The science of how our minds work is constantly evolving
  • Personal growth is a lifelong journey that doesn't stop with age
  • Retirement isn't necessary when you love what you do
  • Time off may be less important than finding work you enjoy
  • Health optimization is more scientifically understood now than ever before

  • Memorable Quotes:

    "When you get your mind wrapped around what life is, that pocket of life when you do, all of a sudden it gets more fair really fast."


    "I think most of us were made to work, made to succeed, made to achieve, made to aspire."


    "Learning makes the brain grow, and the more it hurts, the better it is for you."


    1. What do you want to do?

    2. What do you want to have?

    3. Where do you want to go?

    4. What contribution do you want to make?

    5. What do you want to become?

    6. What do you want to learn?

    7. Who do you want to spend your time with?

    8. How much do you want to earn/invest/save?

    9. How much time do you want off?

    10. What will you do to create optimum health?


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