The Quote of the Day Show | Daily Motivational Talks 2173 | Dan Millman: “If You Refuse to Accept Anything But the Best, You Very Often Get It.”
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May 6, 2025 Dan Millman, author and motivational speaker renowned for "Way of the Peaceful Warrior," dives into the links between self-sabotage and low self-worth. He reveals how our upbringing shapes our self-perception and urges listeners to recognize their intrinsic value. Millman discusses the transformative power of embracing self-worth, emphasizing how subconscious beliefs can hinder personal growth. Through introspective questioning, he inspires a mindset shift that frees us from limitations and opens paths to empowerment and fulfillment.
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Athlete Ignoring Pain
- As Stanford coach, Dan noticed an athlete resisting easing off pain, illustrating self-sabotage through ignoring limits.
- This mirrors how people often push themselves despite harm due to low self-worth.
Accept Your Worth
- Practice accepting positive recognition fully instead of deflecting it or feeling uncomfortable.
- Notice moments you shy away from praise; this highlights self-worth discomfort.
Life Can Get Better
- Life progressively crescendos to better moments, even beyond past highs.
- Believing "it can't last" limits experiencing ongoing abundance and joy.