This is Your Life

Why It’s Time for You to Stop Trying [Podcast S05E08]

09.30.2015 - By Michael HyattPlay

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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 8 of the This Is Your Life podcast. Stu McLaren is filling in for my regular cohost Michele Cushatt. In this episode, we discuss how to get past trying and finally start achieving.

Sometimes our language, indecision, and lack of commitment can keep us from reaching our goals. But what if we could change our thinking and finally accomplish what matters most?

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In this episode, you’ll discover:

What Yoda and Tony Robbins have in common. Hint: It’s not height!

Why the words we use shape the future we’re heading toward.

How taking a stand for a big goal can create better outcomes.

The worst thing you can tell your boss in a business-review meeting.

How the three steps outlined in this episode affect your health, your relationships, your parenting, your career, and more.

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Video: Tony Robbins on the difference between trying and doing (Warning: If you’re like me, you’re having trouble viewing Tony’s video right now. The site appears to be temporarily down. If you’re interested, check back to view when it’s back up. And one more warning: When the site is back up note that this video features some rough language.)

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