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One Choice
From the second you wake up, your mind is at war with you. It wants you to do the things you don't want it to do. When you set a goal, your mind creates ways to distract you from your goals, to cause you to give up, to cause you to fall back into your...
21:10•16 Jan 2019
Winning the Mental Game: Tony Hoffman's Guide to Mastering Your Mind
“When you wake up Every Single Day, you better recognize that your mind is trying to steal bases on you, and your job in the beginning is to make sure that that runner doesn't get from first to second. That's the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.”
Ever feel like your mind is working against you? Tony Hoffman knows that struggle all too well. In this episode of 'One Choice', Tony dives into the battle we face every day with our own thoughts. From the moment you wake up, your mind can be a tricky opponent, tempting you to stray from your goals and fall back into old habits that leave you unhappy.
Drawing from his own life story—overcoming drug addiction, homelessness, and prison—Tony shares how he learned to outsmart his mind and stay on track. He uses a clever baseball metaphor, comparing the mind to a base-stealer always looking for a chance to run off course. Tony doesn't just talk about problems; he offers real solutions. He stresses the importance of discipline, cutting out negative influences, and recognizing your triggers.
This episode is packed with practical advice to help you take control of your thoughts and make choices that lead to a better life. Whether you're dealing with addiction, trying to stay sober, or just aiming to improve your mental game, Tony's insights are both relatable and actionable. Tune in and learn how to stop your mind from stealing your goals.
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