#554. Why Limits Are an Illusion | Insights from Michael Jordan on Confronting Fear & Building Resilience

The BluePrint with Dr. Erik Korem

Discover how self-imposed limitations might be holding you back from reaching your true potential. In this episode, break down powerful insights from Michael Jordan's mindset and Henry Ford's wisdom about overcoming mental barriers.

• The surprising truth about limits and fears that most people miss
• Why waiting for the "right conditions" sabotages elite performance
• How successful people handle feedback differently than everyone else
• The overlooked connection between mental hardiness and character development
• The critical shift in thinking that separates champions from the rest

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Quotable moments:

"Limits, like fears, are an illusion." - Michael Jordan

"I pity the poor fellow who is so soft and flabby that he must have an atmosphere of good feeling around him before he can do his work." - Henry Ford

"Stress isn't the enemy. It's the gateway to growth." - Dr. Erik Korem

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ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST:

The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals. Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.

On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.

Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, the #1 pickleball health and performance app that helps pickleball players win more, recovery faster, and prevent pain and injury.

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