James H Healy

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James H Healy

  • Ep 010: David Essel Shatters the Myth of the Power of Positive Thinking and Reveals the True Secret to Success

Ep 010: David Essel Shatters the Myth of the Power of Positive Thinking and Reveals the True Secret to Success

Monday 17th October 2016

David Essel reveals why positive thinking alone won't lead to success and shares practical steps for real achievement on Recovery Innovators Radio.
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David Essel Unveils the Real Path to Success Beyond Positive Thinking

You've got to do a hell of a lot more than think a certain way to achieve a great goal, and then we give a process on how to actually do it.
What if everything you thought you knew about positive thinking was wrong? In this episode of Recovery Innovators Radio, host James H. Healy sits down with David Essel, a Master Life Coach and author of 'Positive Thinking Will Never Change Your Life But This Book Will.' David takes a sledgehammer to the widely held belief that positive thinking alone can manifest your dreams.
Drawing from his 30 years of experience in personal growth, he reveals that true success requires more than just a sunny outlook. David shares insights from his book, explaining that while positive thinking can be a helpful tool, it is far from the complete picture. He emphasizes the importance of taking concrete actions, doing emotional work, and understanding brain chemistry.
The conversation dives into various topics like the pitfalls of relying solely on affirmations and vision boards, the necessity of forgiveness, and the critical role of asking for help. Listeners will find David's approach both refreshing and practical. He provides actionable steps and real-life examples to illustrate his points, making it clear that achieving significant goals demands effort and strategy beyond mere positive thoughts.
Whether you're on a journey to sobriety, aiming for career success, or seeking better relationships, this episode offers valuable guidance. Tune in to discover why positive thinking isn't the magic bullet it's often made out to be and learn what truly drives success.