Glawry Podcast

Why Do We Love Underdogs?


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In this episode, M.O.N.K. explores the concept of being an underdog. Why do we love underdog stories so much. Is it more difficult to be an underdog and obtain success or to have success and continue to repeat it? M.O.N.K. breaks this down into 4 Main Points: 1. Underdog stories connect to a traditional Hero's Journey. 2. Achieving and going through the fire is tough. 3. What do you do now that you've achieved? 4. Sustainability is hard.

Topics Covered:

-Hero archetypes.

-What are archetypes?

-The Hero's Journey.

-The '98 Bulls.

-The Coddling of the American Mind.

-Preparing for the road instead of preparing the road for you.

-The ego's need for comfort.

-The dangers of complacent satisfaction.

-What "grades" in school can teach you. 

-The demands/sacrifices of sustained success.

-Getting everyone's best shot. 


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