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Helpful Mindset Hacks for a Greater Life Many times people don't realize the impact their thoughts and words have on their lives.

By Lewis Howes

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Your mindset is one of the most important tools you have in life. It can make or break you. Many times people don't realize the impact their thoughts and words have on their lives. They tell themselves stories, whether it's about their work, their finances or even their health. These stories become real. They dictate your future.

Unfortunately, it's not so simple to change the narrative you are giving yourself. A lot of times it takes a major life event to make you realize the problem. By then, it can feel too late.

I wanted to share this episode with you to show you six of the common misconceptions people have that care holding them back.

If you take the time to open your eyes to these mindset problems, you can start changing your life now instead of waiting to hit rock bottom.

Learn more about my mindset hacks on Episode 658.

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Lewis Howes

New York Times Bestselling Author, Entrepreneur, Coach

Lewis Howes is a New York Times bestselling author of The School of Greatness and The Mask of Masculinity. He is a lifestyle entrepreneur, high performance business coach and keynote speaker. A former professional football player and two-sport All-American, he is a current USA Men’s National Handball Team athlete. He hosts a top 100 iTunes ranked Apple podcast, The School of Greatness. Howes was recognized by the White House and President Obama as one of the top 100 entrepreneurs in the country under 30. Details magazine called him one of “5 Internet Guru’s that can Make You Rich.”  Howes has been featured on Ellen, Good Morning America, The Today Show, The New York Times, People, ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Men’s Health and other major media outlets.

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