1,074 subscribers
Go offline with the Player FM app!
Podcasts Worth a Listen
SPONSORED


1 Phil Wang Pitches Psychological Thriller Starring WHO?! 25:00
Mindset Matters - Episode #177 - Put Your Ego to Work!
Manage episode 472440890 series 1467518
In Episode 177 of the Mindset Matters podcast, Patrick and Steffany Francey continue their deep dive into ego—expanding on insights from Episode 176. Far from being the enemy, ego is a fundamental part of our identity. The key is learning how to master it rather than let it control us.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Ego vs. Self-Esteem: Ego craves external validation, while self-esteem is rooted in truth and self-awareness. When ego is unchecked, it fuels defensiveness, comparison, and resistance to change.
✅ Ego in Business: Many entrepreneurs and leaders struggle to delegate because their ego convinces them that asking for help equals weakness. True leadership comes from empowering others, not micromanaging.
✅ Ego in Relationships: The need to be right can destroy friendships and romantic relationships. Prioritizing understanding over winning fosters connection and personal growth. In love, fear of vulnerability often masks itself as avoidance. Real intimacy requires emotional honesty.
✅ Mastering Ego for Growth: Ego isn’t good or bad—it’s a tool. When harnessed effectively, it builds confidence and resilience. However, left unchecked, it can limit success, block self-reflection, and create unnecessary conflicts.
💡 Final Thought: You don’t need to eliminate ego—you need to master it. When you shift from ego-driven reactions to self-awareness, you unlock a new level of personal and professional growth.
549 episodes
Manage episode 472440890 series 1467518
In Episode 177 of the Mindset Matters podcast, Patrick and Steffany Francey continue their deep dive into ego—expanding on insights from Episode 176. Far from being the enemy, ego is a fundamental part of our identity. The key is learning how to master it rather than let it control us.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Ego vs. Self-Esteem: Ego craves external validation, while self-esteem is rooted in truth and self-awareness. When ego is unchecked, it fuels defensiveness, comparison, and resistance to change.
✅ Ego in Business: Many entrepreneurs and leaders struggle to delegate because their ego convinces them that asking for help equals weakness. True leadership comes from empowering others, not micromanaging.
✅ Ego in Relationships: The need to be right can destroy friendships and romantic relationships. Prioritizing understanding over winning fosters connection and personal growth. In love, fear of vulnerability often masks itself as avoidance. Real intimacy requires emotional honesty.
✅ Mastering Ego for Growth: Ego isn’t good or bad—it’s a tool. When harnessed effectively, it builds confidence and resilience. However, left unchecked, it can limit success, block self-reflection, and create unnecessary conflicts.
💡 Final Thought: You don’t need to eliminate ego—you need to master it. When you shift from ego-driven reactions to self-awareness, you unlock a new level of personal and professional growth.
549 episodes
All episodes
×

1 Mindset Matters - Episode #187 - Trapped by Comfort: The Region Beta Paradox Explained 35:03


1 TEDM – Dr. Tracy Gapin – Pioneer in Precision Medicine and Peak Performance (Episode 220) 1:08:57


1 Mindset Matters – Episode #186 – From Fear to Faith: How Real Confidence Is Built, Not Felt 32:56


1 Mindset Matters - Episode #185 - The Courage to Be Disliked: How Top Performers Think Differently 32:37


1 TEDM – Tiffany Hurd & Rachel Pastor – Trailblazing a Path of Radical Healing and Conscious Leadership Through Microdosing (Episode 219) 1:09:29


1 Mindset Matters - Episode #184 - Grounding, Self-Judgment, and the Secret to True Confidence 31:32


1 Mindset Matters - Episode #183 - Why You Feel Stuck: The Limiting Beliefs You Didn’t Know You Had 38:10


1 TEDM – Nancy MacKay – Populating the World with Inspiring Leaders (Episode 218) 53:19


1 Mindset Matters – Episode #182 – Mind Shui: How to Clear Mental Clutter and Reset Your Life 29:46


1 Mindset Matters - Episode #181 - The Power of Letting Go: Stop Holding the Banana and Start Moving Forward 32:00


1 TEDM – Jeremy Delk – Failing His Way to Success (Episode 217) 1:14:32


1 Mindset Matters - Episode #180 - Throwback Thursday - Intimate Insights: Straight Talk about Intimacy 31:03


1 Mindset Matters - Episode #179 - I’m Not Enough: Overcoming Self-Doubt and Inner Criticism 36:52


1 TEDM – Craig Skauge – Your Hub for Smarter Real Estate Investing (Episode 216) 56:16


1 Mindset Matters – Episode #178 – The Comfort Trap: Stop Settling and Start Growing 33:33
Welcome to Player FM!
Player FM is scanning the web for high-quality podcasts for you to enjoy right now. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. Signup to sync subscriptions across devices.