Mie Yamashita breaks down the emotional life cycle of pursuing ambitious goals, from the excitement of uninformed optimism to the hard reality of the valley of despair. She shares personal stories of overcoming mental and physical challenges, including the tough training for her first marathon. Listeners will gain powerful insights into pushing through tough times, maintaining resilience, and learning to love the process. This episode will leave you ready to persevere through your toughest moments and find success on the other side.
Chapters:
- 00:00:00 - Overcoming the Hype of Uninformed Optimism
- 00:00:57 - Welcome to the Reside Platform Podcast
- 00:01:33 - Conversation with Mie Yamashita on Goal Achievement
- 00:04:05 - Breaking Down the Emotional Life Cycle of a Goal
- 00:05:10 - Mie’s Marathon Journey and Personal Growth
- 00:09:18 - Conquering the Valley of Despair
- 00:15:23 - Strategies for Navigating the Valley of Despair
- 00:16:18 - Pushing Through Physical and Mental Barriers
- 00:17:30 - Finding Momentum in Informed Optimism
- 00:18:23 - Lessons from the Marathon Experience
- 00:19:09 - The Repeatable Cycle of Goal Success
- 00:20:19 - The Role of Action and Dopamine in Goal Pursuit
- 00:22:46 - Understanding the Comfort Paradox
- 00:23:41 - The Power of Support in Personal and Professional Growth
- 00:24:57 - Tracking Progress and Hitting Key Milestones
- 00:28:06 - Closing Thoughts on Persevering Through Tough Times
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