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From Chad

Your thinking is bad. I can help. These quick daily messages aim to upgrade your mental game by helping you tell a better story. The most powerful story in the world is the story you tell yourself. You can download my book at fromchad.gumroad.com. Email me at fromchadsmith@gmail.com or visit www.fromchad.com for episode transcripts.

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18,000 #773

From Chad ·

2025/07/27

Bill Bowerman, Nike‘s cofounder, used a parable about a mule skinner to illustrate his coaching philosophy: to teach effectively, one must first get the students attention. This philosophy was shaped by Bowman‘s transformative experience with the principal who confronted his behavior. The lesson is to pay attention to life‘s lessons.

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00:03:04

OODA #772

From Chad ·

2025/07/26

Three frogs on a log illustrate the importance of action over decision-making. General Jim Mattis emphasizes the need for decisive leadership likening it to the OODA loop: observe, orient, decide, and act. Ultimately knowledge without action equals nothing.

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00:02:07

Start #771

From Chad ·

2025/07/25

The most important step to progress is to start, as planning often hinders action. Just get started, as the active creates momentum and clarity.

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00:03:50

Winner #770

From Chad ·

2025/07/24

You are a winner. There’s no denying it. Recognize your inherent resilience and the countless blessings in your life. You are privileged. Enjoy all the capacities and capabilities you have and all the contributions of others that are yours.

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00:02:24

Be #769

From Chad ·

2025/07/23

A thought exercise imagine meeting the best version of yourself on your deathbed, filled with regret for not living up to your potential. This serves as a call to action to break free from poor choices and bad habits, and to prioritize being good over feeling good.

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00:02:31

Feed #768

From Chad ·

2025/07/22

A Cherokee elder tells his grandson about two wolves fighting inside him, representing good and evil. The wolf that wins is the one fed. The story emphasizes the power of choice.

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00:04:05

Accept #767

From Chad ·

2025/07/21

Elon Musk, facing SpaceX’s bankruptcy in 2008, rallied his team after three failed rocket launches. He ordered them to rebuild the damaged fourth rocket on a remote island within a week, emphasizing the need to accept reality and take action. This pivotal moment, coupled with a subsequent NASA contract, saved SpaceX from financial ruin.

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00:03:02

Signal #766

From Chad ·

2025/07/20

Our minds are constantly filled with noise, preventing us from hearing the signal that connects to our hearts. This signal, which communicates purpose and potential, is often drowned out by nonstop thinking. To truly hear our hearts, we need to quiet the noise and practice mindfulness, allowing us to respond to the beauty and wonder in the present moment.

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00:01:58

Concentration #765

From Chad ·

2025/07/19

Focusing energy on a task, like the sun’s raised through a magnifying glass, can lead to significant results. By concentrating on a goal, one can unlock energy that is already there, it just needs to be directed.

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00:02:29

Distractions #764

From Chad ·

2025/07/18

Warren Buffett’s biggest worry is loss of focus, which he attributes to distractions like external metrics and comparisons. To maintain focus, one should say no to distractions and prioritize the work at hand.

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00:04:08

Focus #763

From Chad ·

2025/07/17

Edwin Land’s invention of the Polaroid instant camera, sparked by his daughter‘s question, exemplifies the power of intense focus, Land’s commitment to perfection, evident in the nearly 30 year development of the SX–70, created a competitive advantage that Kodak couldn’t replicate. This story underscores the value of sustained focus and unlocking hidden potential and achieving ground breaking innovation.

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00:03:05

Shipwrecks #763

From Chad ·

2025/07/16

Zeno, the founder of Stoicism, lost everything in a shipwreck, but saw it as one of the best things that ever happened to him. The power to shape our experiences lies, and how we respond to adversity.

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00:02:45

Practice #761

From Chad ·

2025/07/15

Michael Jordan’s motivation for joining the 1992 Olympic dream team was to observe his teammates, practice habits. He discovered many were lazy, reinforcing his belief that excellence comes from hard work and dedication, not just natural talent. This mindset, exemplified by Jourdan’s relentless practice, is key to achieving success in any endeavor.

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00:04:05

Must! #760

From Chad ·

2025/07/14

A college professor interviewed highly productive individuals and identified 10 steps they follow to have productive days. These steps include planning work, staying committed to the plan, and pushing through negative feelings to achieve results. The key is to prioritize commitment over feelings and take action to overcome obstacles.

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00:04:04

More! #759

From Chad ·

2025/07/13

Amy Cuddy is a Harvard professor. At 19 she was in a car accident and suffered a TBI, shattering her identity. She tells the story of how her academic advisor helped her become more than she thought of herself. She in turn was able to help one of her students become more than she thought.

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00:03:55

Move! #758

From Chad ·

2025/07/12

Humans possess the unique power of choice and action. Unlike other lifeforms, bound by instinct or immobility, humans can move how they choose. This power enables us to shape our lives, intentionally, breaking free from rope patterns and pursue new paths. By embracing action and taking responsibility for our choices, we can unlock our full potential and design a life of purpose and achievement.

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00:01:59

Dashboard #757

From Chad ·

2025/07/11

Don’t cheat the future you. You are counting on you.

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Hope #756

From Chad ·

2025/07/10

Nelson Mandela, imprisoned for 27 years for anti-apartheid activism, emerge from prison ready to lead negotiations for a democratic South Africa. His hope, fueled by his belief in the goodness of his cause and his active pursuit of agency, enabled him to endure hardship and emerge stronger. When you focus on what you can control you can too.

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00:02:52

Pronouns #755

From Chad ·

2025/07/09

Bob Reich observed that companies where employees use “we” and “us” are different from those where employees use “they” and “them”. So Price, founder of Fed Mart and Price club, believed in creating “alter egos” among employees, teaching them to think and act like the owner. This mindset, emphasizing understanding the “why”behind actions, is crucial for both employees and managers.

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00:03:37

Clues #754

From Chad ·

2025/07/08

William Rosenberg, founder of Dunkin’ Donuts, built his success by improving upon existing ideas rather than reinventing the wheel. He emphasize the importance of learning from others’ successes and failures, encouraging listeners to “takeoff where others left off”.

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