Celebrating Small Wins: The Journey to Success

ACTION TAKERS PODCAST LINKS: Sign up For Our Newsletter... No Spam Just Good Stuff! https://actiontakerspod.carrd.co/ Support the Show and Buy JC or Nate A Coffee or Cocktail https://www.buymeacoffee.com/actiontakers Need Help Taking More Action in Your Life?  Well, sign up with Nate and JC to inspire you to take action!  Schedule A Call.  https://calendly.com/actiontakerspod 📚 Timestamped overview [00:04:46] Podcaster fails ultra marathon, gets depressed, but posting on social media helps reflect on the journey. [00:07:53] Runner reflects on rookie mistakes and struggles during first ultramarathon, ultimately not completing the race due to injury. [00:13:45] Speaker accomplished a feat of completing a difficult race and realized the importance of appreciating the dedication and hard work put into training and reaching the starting line, despite experiencing injuries during training. The speaker also achieved their goal of becoming fit and able to eat whatever they want. Despite an injury during the race, they remained in high spirits and mentally capable. [00:18:42] A man discusses his experience with an ultra marathon, including his determination to finish despite pain, his struggle with quitting, and his realization that patience and consistency are key to success. [00:24:00] Striving for a difficult goal is mentally and physically challenging, and it's easy to make excuses or become complacent. Only you can push yourself to succeed and not fall back into old habits. [00:28:00] Surround yourself with people who think differently from you to achieve your goals. Don't be afraid to embrace your craziness and seek out communities that share your interests and aspirations. [00:33:55] Writing down goals is crucial. Use ink, not pencil, and carry a notebook to remember them. Many people set small goals instead of thinking bigger, which can lead to missed opportunities. [00:38:51] The concept of 'doing the math' is suggested to achieve goals by shifting the mindset from doubting oneself to figuring out the math to achieve the desired outcome. [00:43:01] Calculate worst-case scenario, make sacrifices for real priorities, and keep moving forward. Lessons from an ultramarathon and life. [00:46:45] The writer shared their weight loss journey on Instagram, despite potential criticism. Emphasizes the importance of self-validation and acceptance.