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EPISODE · Apr 15, 2026 · 5 MIN

061: Stop Negotiating With Yourself (Self-Control Phase)

from Performance Unlocked · host Desmond Aberdeen

Most people don’t fail because they lack knowledge; they fail because they keep negotiating with themselves. In this episode, Desmond Aberdeen breaks down why self-control isn’t about perfection… It’s about removing the internal debate. If your word to yourself isn’t law, your results will always be optional. This is where discipline becomes identity. If you’re serious about operating at a higher level and actually executing, I’ve opened up something private. It’s called the Performance Unlocked: Inner Circle, a network focused on execution, deal flow, and results. This isn’t for everyone. But if you know you’re ready… Apply using the link in the description. Apply here: https://forms.gle/xhAejhrv68TnDVdi9 #PerformanceUnlocked #SelfControl #Discipline #Execution #Mindset

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