795. Q&AF: Overcoming Rejection And Jealousy, Becoming Decisive & Keeping Yourself Happy And Motivated
Digest
The "Real AF" podcast, hosted by Andy Priscilla, delves into real estate, societal realities, and personal growth through Q&A segments and discussions. The episode begins with an overview of the show's format, including "CTI" (Crews the Internet), "Real Talk," and "75 Hard Verses," and promotes the "Live Hard" program, a mental toughness program. Andy and DJ share their recent four-wheeler adventure, highlighting the challenges they faced with thorny bushes. The episode features three Q&A segments addressing listener concerns. A listener who left a successful company to become a stay-at-home mom and was ignored by her former boss upon trying to return seeks advice on dealing with rejection. Andy advises her to be realistic about the situation, emphasizing that loyalty is not always reciprocated. Another listener struggles with decision paralysis and overthinking, leading to procrastination. Andy encourages them to recognize the anxiety caused by unmade decisions and to take action by creating a list of decisions and executing them. Finally, a young listener asks how to balance career advancement with social activities and vacations. Andy emphasizes the importance of investing in oneself and delaying gratification, highlighting the potential consequences of prioritizing short-term fun over long-term goals.
Outlines
Introduction, Show Overview, and Weekend Adventures
Andy Priscilla introduces the "Real AF" podcast, highlighting its focus on real estate, societal realities, and Q&A segments. He explains the different show formats, including "CTI" (Crews the Internet), "Real Talk," and "75 Hard Verses." He also promotes the "Live Hard" program and its associated book on mental toughness. Andy and DJ discuss their recent four-wheeler riding adventure, highlighting the challenges they faced with thorny bushes. They share their experiences and the impact of the thorns on their bodies.
Q&A Segment: Feeling Rejected and Jealous
A listener shares her experience of leaving a successful company to become a stay-at-home mom and then being ignored by her former boss when she tried to return. Andy advises her to be realistic about the situation, emphasizing that loyalty is not always reciprocated in the real world.
Q&A Segment: Decision Paralysis and Overthinking
A listener expresses their struggle with decision paralysis and overthinking, leading to procrastination and negative habits. Andy encourages them to recognize the anxiety caused by unmade decisions and to take action by creating a list of decisions and executing them.
Q&A Segment: Balancing Work and Social Life
A young listener asks how to balance putting in the hours to improve their career with social activities and vacations. Andy emphasizes the importance of investing in oneself and delaying gratification, highlighting the potential consequences of prioritizing short-term fun over long-term goals.
Keywords
Decision Paralysis
A state of overthinking and indecisiveness, leading to procrastination and inaction. It can be caused by fear of making the wrong choice, perfectionism, or lack of confidence.
Live Hard Program
A mental transformation program created by Andy Priscilla, focusing on building mental toughness and achieving personal goals. It involves daily challenges and a commitment to personal growth.
Delay Gratification
The ability to resist immediate rewards in favor of long-term benefits. It is a key characteristic of successful individuals who prioritize future goals over short-term pleasures.
Rejection
The experience of being turned down or ignored, often leading to feelings of sadness, anger, or hurt. It can be caused by various factors, including personal choices, social dynamics, or external circumstances.
Work-Life Balance
The ability to effectively manage the demands of work and personal life, ensuring a healthy and fulfilling experience in both areas. It involves prioritizing tasks, setting boundaries, and making conscious choices to allocate time and energy effectively.
Q&A
How can I overcome the feeling of rejection and jealousy from being part of something successful that I left?
Be realistic about the situation. Loyalty is not always reciprocated in the real world. Understand that your decision to leave had consequences, and the company moved on without you.
How can I overcome decision paralysis and become more decisive?
Recognize that unmade decisions cause anxiety and stress. Create a list of decisions you need to make and start executing them. This will help you feel lighter and more motivated.
How can I balance putting in the hours to improve my career with social activities and vacations?
Prioritize long-term goals over short-term pleasures. Delay gratification and invest in yourself. Remember that the internet is full of people pretending to be happy, and their lives may not be as fulfilling as they appear.
Show Notes
On today's episode, Andy answers your questions on how to overcome the feeling of rejection and jealousy of a successful company after you've left, what's the best way to become more decisive in a positive manner, and how to keep yourself happy and motivated while improving your life and career.
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