Why Everything You’ve Been Taught About “Success” is Backwards S2 E20

Send us Fan MailBuckle up, folks! Today, we're diving into the mindset shifts, daily routines, and spiritual superpowers that turn ordinary people into extraordinary leaders. Think of it as your cheat sheet to living a life of greatness, guided by the wise and humble Steve Elder—who’s basically got leadership down to a science (and some Van Halen guitar licks).In this episode:The power of morning routines rooted in biblical truths and spiritual principlesBuilding character through character attributes like faith, humility, and patienceThe 10 superpowers of leadership of self, including agency, conscience, and loveHow adversity forges your roots, making you unshakableThe formula for greatness: principles + discipline + willingness + excellenceThe universality of spiritual and natural laws—think gravity but for greatnessPractical steps to suspend disbelief and embody these principlesTimestamps: 00:00 – Why start your day with a powerhouse morning routine?02:52 – The triad of mind, body, spirit—building daily greatness04:21 – Habits that develop superpowers of leadership06:39 – Viktor Frankl’s lessons: the power to choose amidst chaos08:26 – Meditation, mindfulness, and creating mental space11:20 – The universal laws of success—gravity & the law of harvest14:42 – The five concentric rings of the greatness operating system16:34 – Counterintuitive truths about living in harmony with higher laws17:49 – The importance of non-resistance and embracing adversity19:10 – Building character attributes like faith, humility, and diligence22:20 – Developing inherent superpowers in children—as a mirror of potential25:13 – Walking in your human superpower: agency27:05 – The character attributes that anchor leadership—faith, love, and gratitude29:38 – How patience and humility elevate your greatness journey32:12 – The science of self-mastery & temperance—controlling appetites and cravings33:42 – The key to a resilient life: building your house on solid principles36:42 – The power of obedience and the season of quiet leadership40:37 – Overcoming skepticism and the law of opposition44:10 – The catalyst: adversity as the fertilizer for growth52:41 – The importance of suspending disbelief to unlock potential58:12 – The distinct relationship between adversity and strength—roots grow deep through storms61:13 – Building your life like a sturdy, fruitful tree—resilient and abundantResources & Links:Join The Builder Academy for exclusive Backstage Pass access for even deeper dives into this content—link in show notes!Remember: greatness isn’t just a goal, it’s a daily choice. Lead with integrity, live with purpose, and embrace every challenge as part of your growth story. Now, go unlock that superpower stored within you!  Join TBA here Connect with Steve here.Krystal & Lindsay's Resources:Become Unshakable: Get the Chaos-to-Control ToolkitMini IntensiveGet the Untangled Journal Aligned Life Operating System The Simplified Sales Audit™ Join the Free Community Visit our Podcast Page Support the show