In this episode of The Decoding Success Podcast, we dive deep into the powerful lesson of confronting discomfort to fuel personal growth. Sharing my own stories of how avoidance has affected my relationships and self-development, I uncover how pushing past short-term discomfort is essential for achieving long-term fulfillment. Whether it's avoiding difficult conversations at work, neglecting issues in personal relationships, or shying away from challenges in everyday life, avoidance has a way of holding us back. I walk us through actionable steps to recognize and address avoidance, stressing the importance of self-awareness and the courage to face uncomfortable situations head-on. 📺 Catch all of our episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MattLeBris Key Takeaways: - Avoidance delays progress and prolongs emotional pain. - Confronting discomfort is crucial for real growth and self-improvement. - People, especially those who feel like 'black sheep,' often seek love and acceptance, leading to avoidance. - Avoidance appears in all areas of life—from sports and work to personal relationships. - Facing challenges builds character, while avoidance stunts personal development. - Adopting a “buffalo” mindset by moving through the storm of discomfort can lead to faster resolution. - Awareness is the first step to breaking the habit of avoidance. - Writing down what you’re avoiding can clarify what needs attention. - Practicing difficult conversations in advance prepares you for real-life situations. Tune in for a raw reflection that will inspire you to confront discomfort, overcome avoidance, and experience growth through self-awareness and proactive engagement
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Welcome to The Decoding Success Podcast - the show for high-performers who have used their trauma to fuel their success. If you have ever felt like a black sheep, someone who experienced isolation, neglect, or disconnection, you're in the right place as we guide our community to feel seen, understood, and connected to their highest selves. Matt LeBris hosts our weekly show, as he dives deep with world-renowned leaders in business, entertainment, sports, science, health, and literature, providing invaluable insights on emotional, mental, physical, financial, and spiritual well-being.
Each episode features deep, transformative conversations designed to reconnect you with your true self. Our mission is to guide you on a journey of self-discovery, helping you go from feeling isolated to feeling seen, from anxious to connected, from being hard on yourself to giving grace. Whether you're seeking to identify your path to healing trauma, anxiety or dark days, make mindset shifts to step into your highest self, or break free from what no longer serves you, The Decoding Success Podcast is here to help.
While you might hear some woo-woo things, make no mistake because you're going to get the real, raw, born-and-raised New Yorker out of Matt. And, with conversations featuring the likes of Mel Robbins, Grant Cardone, Dr. Nicole LePera, Patrick Bet-David, Gabby Bernstein, Dr. Caroline Leaf, Daymond John, and many more, you're bound to discover the golden nuggets you're seeking as you pursue your desire to transform your life from the inside out.
Tune in to discover practical advice, inspiring stories, and powerful tools to elevate every facet of your life. Join us and become part of a community where you can thrive and become the best version of yourself.