Trigger warning!

When it feels like the sky is falling, everything is going wrong, and you just can’t catch a break - it is SO easy to get caught up in a victim mindset.

We get it. Both of us have been there (both consciously & subconsciously) more times than we care to count.

In this conversation, we discuss why staying stuck in that kind of mentality has never been an acceptable option, while also sharing some of the things that helped us move through it.

We hope that if anyone listening to this episode is currently stuck in a victim mindset, this will give you a little nudge in a positive direction. And if nothing else, we hope it shows you that you’re not alone & this too shall pass.

Inspired by Mark Manson’s bestselling personal development book of the same name.

In this episode, the two Stephs are joined by our friend Greg for a deep dive into a book that has made a significant impact on all of us.

The book is The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck*. You might have seen it before—maybe at the airport, on your best friend’s nightstand, or on your old college roommate’s Instagram stories.

But it’s more than just an eye-catching orange self-help book with a provocative title.

It’s not about disregarding everything in life. That would be absurd; after all, we’re human and we need to care about something. The essence of the book is that we should focus on caring less about things that don’t truly matter to us and more about things that align with our values, vision, and true selves.

In this discussion, we explore this idea, along with the distinctions between values, beliefs, and opinions (as we covered in our foundational Episode 2!).

We’re excited to hear your thoughts on this topic!

If you enjoyed Greg’s insights, be sure to follow him on Threads and Instagram @adventurefitnw

Admitting we are/were wrong isn’t easy. In fact, depending on the situation, it can be downright terrifying, and it can have all kinds of consequences.

Which is why so many people - understandably - never want to admit to being wrong.

But take it from us - admitting to being wrong can be incredibly liberating.

It’s an opportunity to get curious, and get closer to the “truth” in the process. It’s a chance to make things right, to learn something about yourself, other people & the world around you. It’s a chance to grow, evolve & get to an even better place.

It ain’t easy, but we hope that by the end of this discussion, admitting to being wrong will feel a little less scary!