"Human potential really is infinite. Along the way, we created a whole bunch of concepts in fear-based thinking that got in the way of us turning the fire on that everyone of us has inside us. But sadly, if all we do is we sit on the couch and watch Netflix, you don't unlock it. You've got to do something. You are not here to live the life everyone's telling you to live. The world wants you to be who you are. I don't think that what we should be doing is taking input from the world. We should build ourselves first. It's never too late. It doesn't matter if you start when you're 57, you're 29, whatever age it is." -Joe Gagnon
What if the limits you believe in are just illusions? In this episode, Joe Gagnon — CEO, high-performance coach, ultra-endurance athlete, and author of Living Intentionally — challenges us to rethink what's possible when we trade autopilot for intentional living. From Ironman races to ultramarathons to six marathons on six continents in six days, Joe's jaw-dropping yet deeply human story is proof that growth lives at the edge of discomfort. He joins us to share how curiosity, courage, and grit can help anyone uncover their "why," move through fear, and step into their full potential.
What we discuss in this episode:
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Joe's path to living with intention
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Awakening from dormancy: discovering your "why" and purpose
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Why taking the first step matters more than waiting for the perfect path
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The role of curiosity in a purposeful life
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Embracing discomfort: how to move through it instead of avoiding it
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The surprising benefits of breathwork
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How to tell the difference between a meaningful risk and recklessness
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Joe's reflections on ego and the work of overcoming self
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One of the scariest moments he faced, and the lessons it carried
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His take on trauma, victimhood, and resilience
Resources:
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Joe's book: Living Intentionally: How intentionality enables success, fulfillment, and growth
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Instagram: Joe Gagnon (@thehighperformancelife)
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YouTube: Joe Gagnon - YouTube
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