081: How To Benefit From Obstacles And Transform Them Into Powerful Opportunities

Do you get discouraged whenever an unexpected obstacle or challenge appears in your business? Then this week's episode is for you. Dr. Norton and Bruce dive into how you can better manage your expectations and those unexpected challenges that pop up along the way. What is most often blocking us can be used as a tool to empower us and make us stronger people and leaders.    Key Takeaways: [2:00] Famous stars and celebrities have faced extreme hardships, just like you. [5:10] What does it really mean for something to be negative? [8:30] How tension and struggle are frequent when you're pursuing opportunities. [9:50] We have to be careful with our expectations. [11:30] We tend to overestimate our control over situations and underestimate the amount of time it takes to accomplish a goal. [14:20] When bad things happen to you, don't settle. [17:00] We need challenges, which is why we should train for it. [19:00] Bruce shares a story about his 5-year-old son. [21:30] How can we get stronger when facing adversity? [24:30] Dr. Norton lost his wife 29 years ago and made a life-changing vow to help others. [30:30] All change is good! [32:10] When something 'bad' is happening to you, get calm. [36:20] You have more power than you think you do. [37:25] How can you prepare for adversity today, before the unexpected challenge occurs? [42:40] Sometimes the paths you take either way won't fix a certain problem, and that's when you need to accept it and move on. [44:05] Mindfluence challenge of the week.   Mentioned in This Episode: The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday Bethany Hamilton Mindfluencerevolution.com The Mindfluence YOUniverse Free Webinar by Mindfluence Revolution Email Mindfluence: [email protected] Schedule a free call: www.meetme.so/mindfluencerevolution Email Dr. Norton: [email protected]