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EPISODE · Nov 21, 2025 · 26 MIN

Stop Caring What Everyone Thinks

from The High Performance Podcast

Most of us care far too much about what other people think, and it’s holding us back.In this episode, Jake and Damian break down how to free yourself from the need for approval, drawing on powerful insights from Adam Grant, Fernando Alonso, Mat Fraser, Mark Manson, and Paul McKenna. They explore how to filter feedback, value the right opinions, and view criticism as a privilege rather than a burden.From finding joy without seeking validation to praising effort instead of identity, this conversation shows that confidence grows when you listen to the right voices, and stop giving attention to the wrong ones. A practical guide to living with more authenticity, courage, and clarity.Listen to the episodes mentioned:Adam Grant: https://pod.fo/e/1546d4Fernando Alonso: https://pod.fo/e/1e5849Mat Fraser: https://pod.fo/e/158ba0Mark Manson: https://pod.fo/e/15bfe7  Paul McKenna: https://pod.fo/e/2112fb Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Most of us care far too much about what other people think, and it’s holding us back.In this episode, Jake and Damian break down how to free yourself from the need for approval, drawing on powerful insights from Adam Grant, Fernando Alonso, Mat Fraser, Mark Manson, and Paul McKenna. They explore how to filter feedback, value the right opinions, and view criticism as a privilege rather than a burden.From finding joy without seeking validation to praising effort instead of identity, this conversation shows that confidence grows when you listen to the right voices, and stop giving attention to the wrong ones. A practical guide to living with more authenticity, courage, and clarity.Listen to the episodes mentioned:Adam Grant: https://pod.fo/e/1546d4Fernando Alonso: https://pod.fo/e/1e5849Mat Fraser: https://pod.fo/e/158ba0Mark Manson: https://pod.fo/e/15bfe7  Paul McKenna: https://pod.fo/e/2112fb Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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