Have you ever realized the power of negotiation in shaping your journey to greatness? This episode of Unstoppable Force Join me, Stew Darling, as we explore the art of strategic compromise, starting with a personal tale about my new garden hot tub. My adventure in negotiating with Lizzie over the size of our spa becomes a vivid metaphor for harnessing the Unstoppable Force within us. Discover how asking for more than you want can sometimes result in getting exactly what you need, a tactic that extends beyond personal decision-making into global affairs, as demonstrated by President Trump's infamous Greenland proposition.

We dive headfirst into the intriguing world of dark psychology and its influence on everyday choices and major geopolitical moves. This episode challenges conventional thinking and inspires you to embrace negotiation as a tool for living beyond your limits. As we explore these psychological tactics, I promise you'll gain insights that are as entertaining as they are enlightening. Tune in for stories that will ignite your spirit and strategies that will propel you toward your next big dream.

This episode explores the profound impact of support systems on personal achievements, showcasing Ed Shuttleworth's 210-kilometer run for charity and drawing parallels with the teamwork behind wingsuit pilots. We emphasize the importance of finding and nurturing the right people who inspire and uplift us as we strive to live beyond our limits.

•Discussion on the thrilling world of wingsuit pilots
•Ed's incredible journey of running 210 kilometers for charity
•Importance of having a strong support system
•Personal anecdotes about coaching and mentoring
•Encouragement to identify and seek out your support squad
•Call to action for donations to Ed’s fundraising efforts:

 https://210-reasons-to-run.raiselysite.com/ 

Unlock the power within you by tossing the rulebook out the window and rising from the ashes of life’s messiest moments. Join me, Stew Darling, as I unravel the gritty and uncomfortable truths about finding meaning and purpose, inspired by Viktor Frankl's "Man's Search for Meaning." Brace yourself to confront life's chaos and discover how to harness the in-between moments, not just the highs and lows, to live beyond your limits. With insights from country music's George Strait and transformative reads like Eckhart Tolle's "The Power of Now," we'll explore how to be truly present, leaving behind the shadows of fear and anxiety.

Expect unfiltered conversations that will make you laugh, cry, and, most importantly, think. I'll share my own story of hitting rock bottom and how it became the catalyst for my book, "Unstoppable Living Beyond Your Limits." You'll learn practical exercises to cultivate awareness of the present and find hidden potential in everyday life. So, buckle up and join us as we embark on a journey to embrace life with purpose, courage, and love, unleashing the limitless potential within each of us.

In this episode, we confront the powerful teachings of grief and change. It begins with the heartbreaking tale of losing our cherished Golden Retriever, River, a loss that not only left an emotional void but also disrupted the patterns of our everyday lives. Together, we'll walk through the bittersweet memories and the moments that defined our relationship with our beloved pet. Through raw reflection, we explore how this loss forces us to reassess our habits, the routines we once took for granted, and the unexpected paths we must now forge without the familiar presence of a four-legged friend.

This personal journey is a testament to resilience, the necessity of adaptation, and the determination to create new beginnings amidst sorrow. As I share my story, I also delve into the broader themes of personal growth and transformation, even in life's most challenging times. You'll hear about the choices we face when familiar routines are upended and the courage it takes to embrace change and forge new habits. This episode serves as a heartfelt reminder that even in the face of loss, we're all capable of uncovering an unstoppable force within ourselves, pushing us beyond our perceived limits.

The decision to remove fact-checkers from social media platforms might sound reckless, but what if it’s the key to unleashing personal responsibility in the digital age? Join me, Stew Darling, as we torch the traditional rulebook of life and explore the chaotic beauty of free speech and conflict. Through our journey, we confront the controversial move by Facebook under Mark Zuckerberg’s leadership, challenging us to take control of the information we consume. This episode isn’t about shielding you from uncomfortable truths—it's about fostering curiosity, respectful debate, and viewing conflict as a pathway to mutual understanding and growth.

Together, we'll unpack strategies to navigate this new era of unverified content, where everyone is urged to become their own fact-checker. From questioning what triggers our beliefs to engaging in conversations with openness using phrases like "I'm curious" or "Tell me about," we pave the way for healthier interactions. By the end of our time together, you’ll not only see the beauty in conflict but also embrace the responsibility that comes with the freedom of speech. This isn't just a podcast episode—it's a call to rise beyond limits, one question at a time.

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Welcome to Unstoppable Force (www.unstoppableforce.co.nz) and the Unstoppable Force Podcast.

The first episode of Unstoppable Force dives into the importance of pausing to reassess life and embrace vulnerability. Host Stew Darling shares personal stories and insights on overcoming life's obstacles and invites listeners to engage in conversations about their journeys. 

• Reflections on a two-year podcast hiatus 
• Personal story about a Christmas road trip 
• The impact of loss and learning from change 
• Emphasis on the significance of vulnerability 
• Encouraging listeners to be unreasonable in their pursuits 
• Invitation for listener engagement and conversations

And learn about the three Mantras of Unstoppable Force:

• Be Unreasonable
• Live to a higher standard
• Live with Vulnerability

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If not, just subscribe to the podcast for weekly Unstoppableness!

This Podcast will help you create more health, wealth and happiness for yourself, your family and your business and live a life beyond limits.

I'm Stew Darling, and over the last 30 years I have helped thousands Rediscover their Resilience.  As a military commander, covert soldier, entrepreneur, and author of the book,  Lead through Life;  a framework to take command of your life.

I believe that we are all resilient but, this 21st century world has 'hoodwinked' us into thinking we're not good enough.  My vision is a world where we are all free to live the uniqueness with which we were born.  No longer feeling the need to fit in and conform.  In doing so we will all Rediscover our Resilience.

We've probably got to the point in the year when most of us have given up on the Resolutions made after over eating and drinking during the holidays.  Why does it always happen the same way?  Because we didn't change our standards.  The goals might have been lofty but our standards remained the same as the previous years - so the square-root of bugger all happens.

Change the Standard to which you hold yourself and the goals will be achieved.  Don't and it will be another trip around the sun and nothing to show for it.

Join me as we all improve our health, become more wealthy and enjoy greater levels of happiness.  No matter how stuck, you might be feeling right now, you are capable of Rediscovering your Resilience.

Resources:

Visit my website; www.stewdarling.com for more content.
Find me on Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/stewandliz
Find me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewdarling/
Get your copy of Lead through Life https://www.stewdarling.com/offers/YHmCe2cL

This Podcast will help you create more health, wealth and happiness for yourself, your family and your business and live a life beyond limits.

I'm Stew Darling, and over the last 30 years I have helped thousands Rediscover their Resilience.  As a military commander, covert soldier, entrepreneur, and author of the book,  Lead through Life;  a framework to take command of your life.

I believe that we are all resilient but, this 21st century world has 'hoodwinked' us into thinking we're not good enough.  My vision is a world where we are all free to live the uniqueness with which we were born.  No longer feeling the need to fit in and conform.  In doing so we will all Rediscover our Resilience.

How much time could you save?  How much time do you waste?  If we put a 'money' lens on the time we have how much free time could we create if we stopped wasting it.  I discovered that, last month I visited the grocery store over 45 times.  I didn't spend much more money than usual but how much time did I waste.  How could I put that time to better use.  

Where could you create more time?  Imagine what you might do with it.

Join me as we all improve our health, become more wealthy and enjoy greater levels of happiness.  No matter how stuck, you might be feeling right now, you are capable of Rediscovering your Resilience.

Resources:

Visit my website; www.stewdarling.com for more content.
Find me on Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/stewandliz
Find me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewdarling/
Get your copy of Lead through Life https://www.stewdarling.com/offers/YHmCe2cL

This Podcast will help you create more health, wealth and happiness for yourself, your family and your business and live a life beyond limits.

I'm Stew Darling, and over the last 30 years I have helped thousands Rediscover their Resilience.  As a military commander, covert soldier, entrepreneur, and author of the book,  Lead through Life;  a framework to take command of your life.

I believe that we are all resilient but, this 21st century world has 'hoodwinked' us into thinking we're not good enough.  My vision is a world where we are all free to live the uniqueness with which we were born.  No longer feeling the need to fit in and conform.  In doing so we will all Rediscover our Resilience.

If I promised you $12,000 but only $11,000 arrived you'd have every right to be frustrated.  So why are we happy to 'circle back' every holiday season.  I get it, we all should take time to rest and recuperate but 'circling back' in January (or February) means we are losing 1/12 of the year.  Losing all that opportunity.  Take the down time, enjoy family, recharge the batteries but losing that much momentum and productivity???  Unless you planned for this down time through the other 11 months of revenue, during this 'downtime' it might be worth 'circling back' to your priorities.

Join me as we all improve our health, become more wealthy and enjoy greater levels of happiness.  No matter how stuck, you might be feeling right now, you are capable of Rediscovering your Resilience.

Resources:

Visit my website; www.stewdarling.com for more content.
Find me on Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/stewandliz
Find me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewdarling/
Get your copy of Lead through Life https://www.stewdarling.com/offers/YHmCe2cL

This Podcast will help you create more health, wealth and happiness for yourself, your family and your business and live a life beyond limits.

I'm Stew Darling, and over the last 30 years I have helped thousands Rediscover their Resilience.  As a military commander, covert soldier, entrepreneur, and author of the book,  Lead through Life;  a framework to take command of your life.

I believe that we are all resilient but, this 21st century world has 'hoodwinked' us into thinking we're not good enough.  My vision is a world where we are all free to live the uniqueness with which we were born.  No longer feeling the need to fit in and conform.  In doing so we will all Rediscover our Resilience.

We can wait.  New year's Revolutions and all that.  Or we can commit now.  Whether a habit takes 30 or 66 days to form, they take time and commitment.  If you want them to form faster - bring joy to the process.  if we wait until the beginning of the week, month or year, we are wasting time.  Start right now with what you've got and the path with revel itself.  The neural path with also start forming. 

Don't wait.

Join me as we all improve our health, become more wealthy and enjoy greater levels of happiness.  No matter how stuck, you might be feeling right now, you are capable of Rediscovering your Resilience.

Resources:

Visit my website; www.stewdarling.com for more content.
Find me on Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/stewandliz
Find me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewdarling/
Get your copy of Lead through Life https://www.stewdarling.com/offers/YHmCe2cL