#1672 - Sometimes You DO Want To Be A Big Fish In A Small Pond

The journey of personal development in fitness and martial arts combines physical and intriguing mental challenges. It’s not just about building muscle or mastering techniques; it’s about fostering a mindset that propels you toward excellence. In today’s episode, Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros examine the psychological landscape of being the standout individual in fitness circles—the ‘big fish in a small pond’—and how this status affects personal growth.Links mentioned:Next Level Dreamliner - https://a.co/d/f1FWAQANext Level Group Coaching - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/group-coaching/Group 14 starts on (Tuesday) April 16th, 2024. Discount Code for NLGC (30% off): NLULISTENER______________________NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.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 Meet-up:  https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/_______________________We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal development journey.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.comLinkedIn ✍Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/_______________________Show notes:(1:44) Kevin in the gym at a geriatric hour(4:09) Big Fish, Small Pond(6:51) Confidence, competence, and momentum(9:29) Next Level Dreamliner: the planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/f1FWAQA(10:39) Train, Mindset, Progress(12:20) Struggling with confidence(14:45) Self-awareness for accurate identification...(15:46) Less ignorant and stay consistent(18:34) 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.