Episode
#549 - Mark Bell - Stop Being Shamed Out Of Your Competitive Edge
1:22:03
Published: Mon Nov 07 2022
Description
Mark Bell is a world record-breaking powerlifter, owner of Super Training Gym and inventor of the Sling Shot. A lack of support killed more dreams than a lack of competence ever did. There's a modern trend that trying hard at things and taking them seriously is uncool. Disincentivising excellence is one of the worst habits a society can have and it's time to put a stop to it. Expect to learn why taking a compliment is a skill that many of us don't have, why there is no growth without having a goal you're working toward, why Mark has never had a bad day, what it was like to train under the legendary Louie Simmons at Westside Barbell, how crucial the story you tell yourself about life is and much more... Sponsors: Get 20% discount on House Of Macadamias’ nuts at https://houseofmacadamias.com/modernwisdom (use code MW20) Get the Whoop 4.0 for free and get your first month for free at http://join.whoop.com/modernwisdom (discount automatically applied) Get a Free Sample Pack of all LMNT Flavours at https://www.drinklmnt.com/modernwisdom (discount automatically applied) Extra Stuff: Check out Mark's website - https://markbellslingshot.com/ Subscribe to Mark's YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkBellsPowerProject Get my free Reading List of 100 books to read before you die → https://chriswillx.com/books/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast Email: https://chriswillx.com/contact/
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Episode#549 - Mark Bell - Stop Being Shamed Out Of Your Competitive Edge
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Episode#549 - Mark Bell - Stop Being Shamed Out Of Your Competitive Edge
PodcastModern Wisdom
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16:51 - 22:33 (05:42)
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Episode#549 - Mark Bell - Stop Being Shamed Out Of Your Competitive Edge
PodcastModern Wisdom
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22:35 - 29:03 (06:28)
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Episode#549 - Mark Bell - Stop Being Shamed Out Of Your Competitive Edge
PodcastModern Wisdom
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29:03 - 36:59 (07:55)
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The speaker discusses the importance of helping others and having empathy towards them, regardless of their opinions or past experiences.
Episode#549 - Mark Bell - Stop Being Shamed Out Of Your Competitive Edge
PodcastModern Wisdom
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36:59 - 41:47 (04:48)
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Episode#549 - Mark Bell - Stop Being Shamed Out Of Your Competitive Edge
PodcastModern Wisdom
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41:47 - 47:25 (05:37)
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Episode#549 - Mark Bell - Stop Being Shamed Out Of Your Competitive Edge
PodcastModern Wisdom
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Episode#549 - Mark Bell - Stop Being Shamed Out Of Your Competitive Edge
PodcastModern Wisdom
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Episode#549 - Mark Bell - Stop Being Shamed Out Of Your Competitive Edge
PodcastModern Wisdom
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1:06:00 - 1:13:12 (07:11)
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Episode#549 - Mark Bell - Stop Being Shamed Out Of Your Competitive Edge
PodcastModern Wisdom
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1:13:12 - 1:21:23 (08:11)
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Episode#549 - Mark Bell - Stop Being Shamed Out Of Your Competitive Edge
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker reminds listeners to subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and also promotes discount codes for House of Macadamia nuts, Whoop 4.0, and a free sample pack of all eight flavors of Element.
1:21:23 - 1:22:19 (00:56)
Summary
The speaker reminds listeners to subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and also promotes discount codes for House of Macadamia nuts, Whoop 4.0, and a free sample pack of all eight flavors of Element.