#1609 - You Don’t Have To Change EVERYTHING About Yourself

Have you ever found yourself in the throes of self-improvement, only to realize you might be losing the essence of what makes you, well, you? In this episode, Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros shared a moment of vulnerability that sparked an epic conversation about identity, authenticity, and the fine line between enhancing who we are and staying true to ourselves. They tackle why it's essential to recognize and celebrate our quirks rather than trying to sand them down to fit someone else's mold—yes, even if that mold belongs to someone as cool as someone we're not.Links mentioned:Next Level Dreamliner - https://a.co/d/f1FWAQANext Level Live - Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 (10:00 am to 4:30 pm)https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-live/______________________NLU is far more than just a podcast, and we have so many more resources to help you achieve your goals and dreams.For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇Website 💻  http://www.nextleveluniverse.com_______________________Any of these communities or resources are FREE to join and consumeNext Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700Next Level 5 To Thrive (free course) - ​​https://bit.ly/3xffverNext Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/Next Level Monthly Meetup:  https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/_______________________We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email.Instagram 📷Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/Facebook ✍Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazarosKevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/Email 💬[email protected]@nextleveluniverse.com_______________________Show notes:(2:08) A vulnerable question about identity shift(4:07) Growing without losing(5:06) Challenges that make us want to change ourselves(6:23) Super growth mindset(7:24) Love who you are for who you are and accept the hardest part(11:27) Flip the script(13:36) Matured version of personal growth(15:06) Sword analogy: Honing and Aligning(16:53) Next Level Dreamliner: the planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/f1FWAQA(18:30) Strength within the strength and the upsides of what you don't like(20:59) Difference between character traits and skills(28:49) OutroSend a text to Kevin and Alan! 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan LazarosNext Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers and self-improvement lovers. With over 2,100 episodes, we help you level up in life, love, health, and wealth one day at a time. Subscribe for real, honest, no-fluff growth every single day.