Inside The Inspired

The Only Blueprint You Need To Build Discipline with Derrick Pledger

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What does it take to achieve meaningful personal development and continuous self-improvement?


In today’s episode, we are joined by Derrick Pledger, an Army veteran, FBI contractor, and author of "Your Brain Weighs 500 Pounds." Derrick shares practical lessons and insights for achieving success based on common behaviors and methodologies.


Derrick delves into key topics such as embracing failure as a learning opportunity, developing self-discipline through journaling and consuming quality content, and using an inversion strategy to solve problems. He also discusses frameworks for goal setting and accountability that viewers can apply to their own lives.


Tune in for valuable advice on personal development, self-discipline, and strategies for achieving meaningful outcomes.


In this episode, you’ll discover:


  • Practical personal development lessons and strategies
  • The importance of self-awareness, embracing failure, and maintaining a growth mindset
  • The difference between self-discipline and self-control and why both are important for achieving goals
  • Frameworks for setting goals, creating plans, and tracking progress over time
  • Strategies for journaling, consuming quality content, and inverting problems to achieve outcomes
  • Tools and mindsets for continuous self-improvement and defining meaningful outcomes in life


    • Derrick’s book, "Your Brain Weighs 500 Pounds," is now available for purchase on Amazon!


    Connect with Derrick:


    Website: https://500poundmedia.com/

    Instagram: @500poundmedia

    LinkedIn: 500poundmedia

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