“Self-mastery and creating the life you want is an inside job.”

Episode summary:

In this episode, Nick interviews James Madison, the co-founder of On Purpose Life, about finding purpose and living a life in alignment with one’s purpose. They discuss the misconception that purpose must be grand and how it can look different for everyone. James shares his own experience with procrastination and how he has learned to embrace it as a form of wisdom, as well as the importance of trust in oneself and the process of uncovering and replacing limiting beliefs. Together, they explore the distinction between stress and pressure, the importance of alignment, the need to break free from the hustle culture, and the significance of recognizing one’s unique gifts and talents.

What to listen for:

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• Procrastination can be a form of wisdom, allowing last-minute creativity and relevancy in presentations and tasks.
  
  
• Embracing instant gratification can lead to better results as it aligns with the urgency and relevancy of tasks.
  
  
• Understanding personal beliefs and mindsets, like overcoming the “I’m not good enough” belief, is crucial for breaking unproductive cycles and achieving fulfillment.
  
  
• Distinguishing between stress (needing change) and pressure (needing to step up) helps leaders use their talents effectively without burning out.
  
  
• Aligning with personal strengths and purpose transforms stress into productive flow, leading to greater satisfaction and impactful results.
  

“Stress is like the round peg square hole, this can’t work. Pressure says, I just need to step up and do everything I already know how to do with all of my gifts and my talents.”

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• Recognizing stress as a sign to reevaluate approaches and pressure as an opportunity to leverage one’s strengths.
  
  
• We can transform the perception of overwhelming situations by focusing on pressure as a positive motivator.
  
  
• Pressure can enhance performance by pushing us to maximize our capabilities.
  
  
• When we apply the distinction between stress and pressure, we can start to improve personal and professional outcomes.
  

“Until we make the unconscious conscious, it will rule our life, and we will just call it fate. It is what it is.”

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• When we understand the importance of bringing unconscious patterns into conscious awareness, we can take control of our life.
  
  
• Acknowledging hidden thoughts and behaviors empowers us to change our destiny.
  
  
• It is possible for us to identify and alter unconscious influences for better decision-making.
  
  
• Understanding the role of self-awareness in achieving personal and professional growth.
  

“Saying yes to almost every opportunity is what got you here today. Saying no to almost every opportunity is what’s going to get you where you want to go in the future.”

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• At times, saying yes to opportunities can play a crucial role in achieving current success.
  
  
• Understanding that selective decision-making (often looking like saying no) is key to future advancement and goal attainment.
  
  
• What happens when we understand the importance of prioritizing opportunities that align with our long-term objectives.
  
  
• Understanding our own needs for balance and setting boundaries to avoid burnout and maintain focus is crucial to long-term health
  
  
• A component of intentional growth can look like being mindful of which opportunities to pursue and which to decline.
  

About James Madison

James Madison is the CEO (Chief Energy Officer), Speaker, Trainer, and Coach at On Purpose Life, LLC. He helps successful senior leaders leave burnout and overwhelm behind to lead winning teams in the achievement of extraordinary results. James is passionate about helping people get clear on what they want and get out of their own way to create their wildest dreams! He believes that when you live “In Purpose On Purpose” you will never work another day in your life! All Flow, No Hustle is his mantra.

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• Are you wondering what your purpose is in this world? Check out our “The 3 Steps to Pinpointing Your Purpose and Charting a Clear Course to Aligned Living”. https://chooseyourcalling.com/
  

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• Interested in starting your own podcast or need help with one you already have? Send Nick an email or schedule a time to discuss your podcast today! https://bit.ly/nickclaritysession
  

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