EPISODE · Jun 7, 2026 · 27 MIN
The Magic of Being Delusional
Most people are waiting to feel confident before they try. Here is the problem with that. Confidence does not come first. Action does.In episode three of The Life In Bold Show, Adrian makes the case for what he calls delusional optimism. The belief that things will work out in your favor even when there is no evidence yet to suggest they will. And why developing that skill might be the most important thing you ever do.He shares two stories of moments where he threw logic out the window, backed himself completely, and watched it pay off in ways he never expected. Including a cold DM that landed him a job in under two weeks and a partnership with one of Melbourne's most premium hotel brands that started with a single email.You will also walk away with a practical coaching exercise to help you identify what you have been sitting on and finally do something about it.Because the worst case scenario of trying is almost never as bad as you think. But the cost of not trying is higher than you realise.Connect with Adrian: Instagram: @age_inbold Podcast Instagram: @lifeinboldshow Website: www.inbold.com.auIf you are struggling and need support, please reach out to Beyond Blue at www.beyondblue.org.au or call 1300 22 4636. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Most people are waiting to feel confident before they try. Here is the problem with that. Confidence does not come first. Action does.In episode three of The Life In Bold Show, Adrian makes the case for what he calls delusional optimism. The belief that things will work out in your favor even when there is no evidence yet to suggest they will. And why developing that skill might be the most important thing you ever do.He shares two stories of moments where he threw logic out the window, backed himself completely, and watched it pay off in ways he never expected. Including a cold DM that landed him a job in under two weeks and a partnership with one of Melbourne's most premium hotel brands that started with a single email.You will also walk away with a practical coaching exercise to help you identify what you have been sitting on and finally do something about it.Because the worst case scenario of trying is almost never as bad as you think. But the cost of not trying is higher than you realise.Connect with Adrian: Instagram: @age_inbold Podcast Instagram: @lifeinboldshow Website: www.inbold.com.auIf you are struggling and need support, please reach out to Beyond Blue at www.beyondblue.org.au or call 1300 22 4636. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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