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The “I’ve Tried Everything!” Trap
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Hosts: Mark Cardone & Theron Feidt
It’s a frustrating place to be: you’re putting in the hours, you’re "working hard," yet the needle isn't moving. In this episode of the Achieve Results Now podcast, Mark Cardone and Theron Feidt dive into the psychological and physical shifts required to break out of a plateau and stop the cycle of "nothing is working."
The "Hard Work" Myth
The hosts kick off by debunking the idea that sheer effort is the only key to success. If hard work were the only factor, everyone working long hours would be a millionaire. Instead, the bottleneck is often found in your internal narrative and your emotional state.
The 3-Step Action Plan
Step 1: Audit Your Internal Narrative
Before you change what, you’re doing, you have to look at what you’re thinking.
Identify the Loop: Recognize when you are telling yourself the "I’ve tried everything" story. (Spoiler: You probably haven't).
Challenge Your Justifications: We often disguise excuses as "reasons." Mark and Theron suggest being brutally honest—are you actually "too busy," or are you just prioritizing the wrong things?
The "Roger Bannister" Effect: Use examples of others who have broken through similar barriers to dismantle your limiting beliefs.
Step 2: Shift Your State Before Your Strategy
Strategy is meaningless if your emotional frequency is tuned to fear or failure.
Physiology First: You can change your mood instantly by changing your posture. Stand tall, smile, and move your body to break a depressive or stagnant mental state.
The Superhero Entrance: Borrow a tip from Brendon Burchard—treat every doorway you walk through as a "trigger" to reset your energy and confidence.
Model Success: Look at the people who have what you want. How do they carry themselves? What is their "vibe"? Model their physical and mental state.
Step 3: Execute with Non-Negotiable Resolve
Once your head is in the right place, it’s time for "rigid flexibility" in your execution.
Eliminate "Try": In the words of Yoda (and Theron), there is no "try." Commitment means doing the thing regardless of how you "feel" in the moment.
Set Completion Dates: Dreams without deadlines are just wishes. Use Goal Setting 101: Define exactly what you want and when it will be finished.
Align State and Tactic: Don't try to perform high-level tasks in a low-level state. Match your energy to the intensity of the work.
Quick Reference: The Breakdown
Step | Focus Area | Key Takeaway |
1 | Internal Narrative | Stop the "I've tried everything" excuse. |
2 | State Shift | Change your body to change your mind. |
3 | Execution | Commit to non-negotiable deadlines. |
"Strategy is completely meaningless if your mental and emotional state is tuned in to fear and failure."
Ready to stop spinning your wheels? Listen to the full episode to hear Mark and Theron discuss why you might need to throw away your "cassette tapes" of old beliefs and start achieving results now.
ARN Suggested Reading:
Blessings In the Bullshit: A Guided Journal for Finding the BEST In Every Day – by Mark Cardone & Theron Feidt
Full List of Recommended Books: https://www.achieveresultsnow.com/readers-are-leaders
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