What’s That Smell? Success Stinks! With Sean Stephenson

Episode Summary

In this Episode, you’ll hear from Genius Network Member Dr. Sean Stephenson, and discover the Big D, the Power of laughter, how to get out of a problem, and more.

Sean is a best selling author of Get Off your But, is a board certified therapist, and has inspired millions of people around the globe. He will encourage you, challenge you, and make you laugh. Recorded Live From the Genius Network Annual Event.

Here’s a glance at what you’ll learn from Sean in this episode:

  • One of the biggest challenges we face in life and how to overcome it
  • The Big “D”: How to transform adversity into one of the most profound experiences of your life
  • Why faking it until you make it is NOT useful advice and what to do instead
  • The Power of Laughter: Sean tells a hilarious story that took place in an elevator on Capitol Hill
  • How to make peace with your inner bully and transform your life
  • A simple question you can ask yourself that will help you get out of any mess or problem

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Show Notes

  • Who is Sean Stephenson? [00:30]
  • How we make peace with our own inner bullies [01:50]
  • Remember when you first lied to yourself? [02:00]
  • Physical challenges aren’t as bad as emotional challenges [02:35]
  • His first experience with denial [03:00]
    • He had pain in his abdomen, and he knew he was sick [03:15]
    • Acting like everything is fine [04:00]
    • The people close to you will know something’s wrong. [04:45]
    • People want to keep others far enough away from you, so that they can’t smell the truth [05:00]
    • The right way to live life is to get help [05:14]
  • No matter what mess you’re in, you’re doing your best [06:00]
  • Set aside your denial and accept that you need help [06:25]
  • A simple rhyme that will get you out of problems [06:54]
  • The power of laughter [07:25]
  • When Sean had to deliver a message from the congressman [07:50]
  • His situation in the elevator [08:40]
    • When he saw the camera in the elevator [09:54]
    • His discussion with a maintenance man about the problem with the elevator [10:20]
    • They started to laugh together [11:05]
  • Don’t take your life so seriously [11:30]
  • Why it’s great to be friends with Joe Polish [11:50]
  • You’ve gotta laugh, and you’ve gotta have fun [12:40]

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