Regardless of whether we generate them ourselves, or if we pick them up from our surroundings, negative thoughts are inevitable, and have a huge impact on our ability to live an unstoppable life. They drain our energy, passion, and more; and, while we can't eliminate them from our lives, there are certain steps we can take so they don't lead to a negative mind and life. In this episode, Dave shares switches you can make to break the pattern, fortify your mind, live a life of gratitude, and not let negativity hijack your mind.

Build your personal brand.

Game changers are hungry and humble: thinking how others won't think, doing what others won't do, and attacking each day with the mindset of an "advanced beginner." In this episode Dave recounts a recent interaction he had with a game changer, and shares some key takeaways from his experience that you can begin to apply in your daily routine to think and act more like an advanced beginner.

Red-Zone Rant: Exceptional trumps accepted.

Energy is defined as the strength and vitality required for sustained mental and physical activity. Having consistent energy is important for living your game changer life, and there's much you can do personally on a daily basis that will increase or decrease your energy levels. In this episode Dave shares an often overlooked strategy to boost your energy, sustain your drive and stay mentally focused in pursuit of your goals.

Change of scene or self?

Self-esteem and self-confidence are often used interchangeably but in fact there's a big difference between the two. Self-esteem is how you feel about yourself while self-confidence is how you feel about your abilities. Both are key to living the game changer life and in this episode Dave shares insight and steps for intentionally building both.

It's about progress, not perfection.

Routines are important, but when they start to feel "routine", mundane, or boring, you can find yourself doing things with less energy, enthusiasm, excellence, and more. It's not just what we do daily, but how we choose to do it that determines our success, and the start of a new year brings a great opportunity to think about your routine and see what adjustments you can make. Listen to this episode for Dave's keys on how to cultivate an energized game changing routine.

Go on a diet.