In this episode, we dive deep into:
🔹 Choosing the right struggles for growth – How to identify which battles will help you evolve
🔹 The paradox of hope – Why hope can both inspire and hinder us, and how to use it to fuel transformation
🔹 The negative transformation of Michael Corleone – A lesson in how unchecked ambition can change the course of your life
This is your call to action: It’s time to break free from the cycle and pick the struggles that will help you grow. Transformation isn’t just possible—it’s inevitable when you start choosing the right path. Ready to unlock your next level? Let’s dive in! 🔑💡
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Chapters:
(00:00:00) – Intro
(00:15:00) – Growth Lies on the Far Side of Adversity
(00:19:10) – Plot vs Character Arc
(00:29:17) – Growth is a Choice – Pick your Pain
(00:36:40) – The Appeal of Transformational Stories
(00:42:42) – Michael Corleone and Negative Transformation
(00:55:00) – Story Problem Impossible for Old Version of Character to Solve
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Recommended Episodes
#001 - Seeing your story as an epic narrative - https://tinyurl.com/2phc6nxt
#005 - Embrace the Struggle - Lean in So You Can Level Up - https://tinyurl.com/sfs32k9v
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