You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson

Expect Obstacles: Then Do This (Heroic +1 #1,751)

May 7, 2024
Explore the importance of embracing obstacles on the path to mastery. Delve into the necessity of anticipating and overcoming challenges while striving for greatness. Learn how persistence and resilience are key in navigating rough patches towards achieving goals.
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ANECDOTE

Drive-Time Lesson About Goals

  • Brian describes driving with his son Emerson to a chess tournament and asking him, "What do you want?".
  • He uses the drive to teach Emerson about hope, confidence, and systematically pursuing dreams.
ANECDOTE

Chess Rating Curve Example

  • Brian points to Emerson's chess rating curve showing improvement, plateau, dip, then a big gain.
  • He taught Emerson this pattern and how to respond, which helped Emerson endure and then improve significantly.
INSIGHT

Plateaus Are Normal In Mastery

  • Brian explains the
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