The Real Reason You’re Not Taking Action, with Stanley Bronstein | #578

Are you stuck knowing what needs to change in your life, but still not taking action?If you're in midlife and feel like you're spinning your wheels, this episode is for you. Stanley Bronstein has not only lost over 220 pounds and kept it off for 17 years, but he's transformed his entire life from the inside out. What he shares today is more than motivation. It's a system for lasting change.In this inspiring conversation, you’ll discover:Why shifting from “I have to” to “I get to” is the mental switch that changes everything.The four traits you must cultivate to finally close the gap between knowing and doing.How choosing excellence over perfection will free you to take consistent action, even when you're afraid of failing.Listen now and learn how to unlock the power within you to create lasting change - starting today.˚KEY POINTS AND TIMESTAMPS:01:46 - Introducing Stanley Bronstein and the theme of change03:31 - Hitting the breaking point and choosing life06:39 - Starting immediately and taking responsibility08:29 - The gap between knowing and doing09:37 - Awareness, truth, and the power of perspective12:14 - From “have to” to “get to”: Peggy Chun’s lesson15:12 - Reprogramming the mind and believing in yourself18:43 - The four pillars: willingness, belief, discipline, commitment25:13 - Excellence over perfection and constant improvement˚MEMORABLE QUOTE:“You don’t have to do these things. You get to do these things.”˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Stanley's website: https://thewayofexcellence.com/˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚🎙️ Want to be a guest on the podcast?Message Agi on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/personaldevelopmentmastery˚Conversations and insights on career transition, career clarity, career change and career pivots for midlife professionals, including second careers, new ventures, leaving a long-term career with confidence, better decision-making, and creating purposeful, meaningful work.˚Send us a text Support the showSubscribe to our weekly email: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/email---A personal development podcast for midlife professionals, offering mindset tips and practical tools for personal growth, self mastery, personal mastery, and purposeful living. Discover psychology tips for emotional intelligence and growth mindset, including overcoming impostor syndrome and building self mastery.Personal Development Mastery features personal development interviews and solo episodes empowering professionals, entrepreneurs, and seekers to cultivate self mastery and create a meaningful, fulfilling life aligned with who they truly are.To support the show, click here.