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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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00:03:08

FOCUS #824

From Chad ·

2025/09/16

Focus on the immediate task at hand to achieve unstoppable outcomes. Alden Mills, a former Navy SEAL, emphasizes breaking down overwhelming goals into small, actionable steps and maintaining relentless focus on the next step. His F.O.C.U.S. framework helps channel thoughts into action by filtering thoughts, owning outcomes, concentrating on the next step, understanding consequences, and selecting what works.

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00:03:52

Flip #823

From Chad ·

2025/09/15

Nike, originally blue ribbon, sports, faced betrayal from their distributor, Onisuka, during a recession. Still night reframed this crisis as an opportunity, encouraging his team to create their own brand and succeed independently. This story highlights the importance of finding opportunities and crises and the power of reframing problems.

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00:03:09

8,760 #822

From Chad ·

2025/09/14

Daily commitment is easier than occasional commitment. Michael Phelps’, success as an Olympian was due to his daily commitment to being his best. When you’re fully committed, decisions are clear cut – you’re all in, no second-guessing. It eliminates the mental energy spent on debating whether to stick to the plan or not. With 99% commitment, you leave room for doubt, excuses, or half measures, which can drain willpower in create internal conflict. 99% is a battle. 100% is a breeze.

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00:02:49

Self-control #821

From Chad ·

2025/09/14

Self control is crucial when the world feels out of control. Focus on what you can control, like your attitude and actions, rather than dwelling on uncontrollable circumstances. Prioritize your most important task and simplify your duties to feel greater freedom and mental strength.

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00:04:08

Self-esteem #820

From Chad ·

2025/09/12

Self-esteem is about valuing oneself, not arrogance. The most important moment of your day is when you like the person you see in the mirror. Self-worth is your most valuable asset.

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00:04:10

Self-talk #819

From Chad ·

2025/09/11

Taking control of yourself talk is like choosing which apps you run on your smart phone. The function of your life is the result of the “apps” (thoughts) you’ve downloaded, and mastering yourself talk is the key to mastering yourself.

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00:02:47

Self-management #818

From Chad ·

2025/09/10

Self-management is about choosing to talk to yourself correctly. This is arguably the most important skill you learn. This practice, inspired by Psalm 103, helps manage emotions and fosters a more hopeful outlook.

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00:02:38

Wand #817

From Chad ·

2025/09/09

Words have power and can shape our perception of ourselves and others. The story of Pygmalion illustrates how words can animate and transform reality. By changing the words we use, we change our story and upgrade our mental game.

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00:03:45

Results #816

From Chad ·

2025/09/08

What’s it going to be—reasons or results? Instead of telling yourself reasons why you can’t, think of someone who has done it before, and tell yourself you have the same capacity.

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00:02:38

Leak #815

From Chad ·

2025/09/07

Stop bad habits before adding new ones. Fixing leaks in your life will lead to faster progress than starting new, positive habits.

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00:04:30

Forward #814

From Chad ·

2025/09/06

Sylvester Stallone‘s story of writing and starring in Rocky, despite numerous setbacks as a powerful example of the power of story. The story he wrote was the story he lived. By choosing to tell ourselves empowering stories, we can move our own narratives forward and achieve success.

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00:04:14

Miracle #813

From Chad ·

2025/09/05

Reading is a miraculous gift that allows us to connect with the minds of others across time and space. Despite its transformative power, many people take this ability for granted. Embracing the miracle of reading can enrich our lives and expand our horizons.

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00:02:50

Binge #812

From Chad ·

2025/09/04

Reading is a consistent habit of successful individuals, enhancing focus and concentration in a world of distractions. It is lightened to “forced meditation“ and helps develop deep focus on complex ideas.

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00:03:47

Shelves #811

From Chad ·

2025/09/03

Pioneers in their fields often achieve greatness by reading entire libraries on their subject of interest. Examples include Thomas Edison, Elon Musk and Edwin Land, who all devoured vast amounts of data to master their domains. The key to becoming an expert is to learn more than anyone else, and with the resources available today, it’s easier than ever to achieve this.

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00:03:43

More #810

From Chad ·

2025/09/02

David Ogilvie, the father of advertising, believed that deep knowledge and relentless research were key to excellence in any Craft. He advised becoming the best informed person in your field. There’s zero excuse today to not being an authority in your craft. The information is readily available. You just have to go after it.

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00:02:44

Fumbles #809

From Chad ·

2025/09/01

Failure is only final when you stop trying. The story of Ralph, the main character in The Greatest American Hero, reminds us that we all fumble and make mistakes, but success comes from persevering through failure.

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00:04:02

Permission #808

From Chad ·

2025/08/31

Harriet Tubman’s story is a powerful example of high agency. She didn’t wait for permission to fight against slavery, she gave herself permission and freed over 300 people. Overcome self-imposed limitations and give yourself permission to make a difference.

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00:03:19

Cumulative #807

From Chad ·

2025/08/31

John D Rockefeller, founder of Standard Oil, exemplified the power of compounding by making small improvements, like reducing solder use on oil cans, leading to significant savings over decades. This principal applies to all aspects of life, from finances to relationships, emphasizing the importance of long-term, thinking in the cumulative impact of our choices.

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00:03:21

Validity #806

From Chad ·

2025/08/29

The better story to tell yourself is “I am not seeking validation from the outside. No one has higher standards for me than myself”

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00:02:38

Meaning #805

From Chad ·

2025/08/28

What’s the meaning of it all? Have you found why life is full of meaning?

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