Episode 163

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24th Oct 2023

#162: Being okay with others being uncomfortable

In a transformative tale of personal growth, former NFL player turned consultant and author, Alex Molden, shares a powerful story that challenges societal norms. As he engaged in an intense workout at a leadership summit, Alex realized that his unapologetic commitment to his goals might make others uncomfortable. This realization prompted him to examine other areas of his life where his choices might cause discomfort for others, such as his parenting style and disciplined approach to finances. Discover how Alex's journey of self-improvement leads to a surprising reminder for us all to embrace discomfort and forge our own paths to success.

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Embracing personal preferences and strategies: Discover how aligning with your unique preferences and strategies can unlock your full potential and lead to personal growth and success.
  • Parenting style and accountability: Learn how to cultivate a parenting style that promotes accountability and fosters a positive environment for your children's growth and development.
  • Prioritizing personal well-being and success: Explore the power of prioritizing your personal well-being as a pathway to success, allowing you to thrive in all areas of your life and build a fulfilling, balanced lifestyle.

The key moments in this episode are:

1:19 - Learning from Megan Carl

4:11 - Being Uncomfortable

6:26 - Daring to Be Different

8:43 - Gratitude and Feedback

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About the Podcast

The Shark Effect
Helping former elite athletes find their identity and use their influence to create a life of impact.
Welcome to the Shark Effect. The mission of this podcast is to take High Achieving athletes from success in their respective sports to success in life.
I’m your host, Alex Molden. I’m an NFL veteran, now I am an author, leadership & personal development coach, and international speaker. In this podcast, you will learn strategies to get unstuck in life and find your influence. You will hear inspirational & value-packed stories from former & current elite-level athletes, successful entrepreneurs, and experts in the field of personal development. My mission is to help former elite-level athletes find their identity and utilize their influence to create a life of impact.