The speaker applauds Rachel Hollis for taking the steps she thinks are right, even when they may not be popular and cause harm. The speaker encourages everyone to strive for greatness and quotes Sheryl Sandberg: "Fortune does favor the bold and you'll never know what you're capable of if you don't try."
The key to staying motivated and connected to personal growth and mindset work is by treating it like going to the gym. This means constantly engaging in activities like reading self-help books, listening to inspirational speakers, and meditating to keep the "excitement muscle" in shape.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of being honest about personal issues in the workplace, stating that hiding such information leads to unfair judgments about one's performance. It is important to acknowledge when something isn't working and be willing to try another approach.
The podcaster talks about dealing with feeling overwhelmed and the importance of setting priorities and bouncing them off someone you trust. They highlight the importance of clear marching orders and priorities.
The societal expectation of peaking young and losing greatness as you age is limiting, but for some, it only gets better with time, and the best years may still be ahead of them. One person's experience of growing older shows new and exciting possibilities for the future.
The speaker shares ideas for coping with loneliness during the holidays, including reading physical books and pampering oneself while documenting the process.