1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 I want to tell you about the time I showed up to speak at a men's state prison with a swollen face the day after a multi-car pile-up, and how that accident gave me the exact message I needed. This episode is built around one truth: you will always find what you are genuinely looking for. The problem is most people think they want a goal but are really searching for the excuse that lets them off the hook. I break down how to build a crystal-clear, high-definition vision of your future so your mind can lock onto the target and filter out the distractions that multiply the closer you get to something worth having. Key Takeaways Your mind moves toward whatever you are genuinely focused on, so be honest about what you are actually searching for. A stated goal means nothing if your internal search is really for reasons it will not work. Distractions and temptations increase the closer you get to anything truly worthwhile. A crystal-clear, high-definition vision helps you recognize when a new opportunity is actually a detour. Surrounding yourself with people who climb mountains with you, not complain about them, is non-negotiable. Action Steps Write down exactly what you are looking for in each area of your life: relationships, career, and personal growth. Be specific enough that you can measure whether a new opportunity fits inside that picture. The next time an opportunity appears, ask yourself one question: was this in the picture I painted when I started this journey? If not, treat it as a distraction until proven otherwise. Put blinders on one specific goal this week by removing one recurring distraction, whether a person, a habit, or a time-wasting activity, that is pulling your focus away from your finish line. Notable Quote You told yourself you had a goal, but really what you were looking for was the excuse. Shark Theory http://baylorbarbee.libsyn.com/website <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/42305920/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/42305920