The Danger of Being Satisfied

The Danger of Being Satisfied

Update: 2025-11-26
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People confuse being satisfied with being at peace. They are not the same. In this episode, John unpacks Bernie Marcus's powerful quote about not settling and explains why satisfaction quietly shrinks your impact. Peace restores you. Satisfaction stops you. This episode will help you stay hungry, grounded, and focused on purpose.

Quote of the Day:
"If you settle, you shrink."

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The Danger of Being Satisfied

The Danger of Being Satisfied

John Eades