Chess grandmaster Sam Shankland shares his inspiring comeback story on The Comeback Chronicles. He recounts overcoming setbacks to reach the top of the chess world, offering insights into the mental toughness and dedication required for elite performance.

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This episode introduces the Oxcart Technique, a powerful goal-setting and achievement method developed by Terry L Fossum. The technique involves creating a failure scenario, an action plan, and a success scenario to overcome self-doubt, fears, and excuses that prevent people from reaching their goals. Terry explains the three key components of the technique in detail and provides guidance on how to implement it effectively across different areas of life, including relationships, finances, and health. The episode emphasizes the importance of emotional engagement and consistency in using the Oxcart Technique to drive lasting change and success.

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Overcoming obstacles is a universal challenge that requires resilience and determination. Through powerful stories and personal reflections, we explore how facing our fears and moving past self-doubt can lead to breakthroughs in our lives.

• Importance of stepping out of comfort zones
• The king and the foot race as a metaphor for overcoming challenges
• Personal experience: the determination of a dehydrated boy, Davis
• Hard means possible: rethinking our beliefs about capability
• Encouragement to share stories of resilience and support each other

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In this episode, the host Terry L. Fossum shares personal strategies he uses to build a positive attitude and overcome negative mindsets. Key strategies discussed include: 1) Appreciating what you have, 2) Surrounding yourself with positive people, 3) Making time to laugh and have fun, 4) Feeding your mind with uplifting content, 5) Getting physically active, 6) Helping others, 7) Taking action towards your goals, and 8) Embracing your imperfections. The host emphasizes the importance of protecting your attitude like your life depends on it, and provides actionable tips listeners can implement to write their own "comeback chronicle".

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In this episode, the host Terry L. Fossum discusses the importance of having a positive attitude and avoiding negative people. He provides actionable advice on how to recognize and deal with "Eeyores" - people with a negative, pessimistic outlook. The host also talks about letting go of negative memories and baggage from the past that can hold you back. The episode emphasizes the need to protect your attitude like your life depends on it, in order to achieve success.

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This episode of The Comeback Chronicles explores the vital role of attitude in overcoming challenges and achieving success. Host Terry L. Fossum stresses that protecting your mindset is paramount, drawing parallels to survival situations. He shares personal experiences demonstrating how a positive attitude can triumph over obstacles like background or education. Terry also introduces the concept of "attitude reserves" and strategies to build and maintain them daily. The episode emphasizes the transformative power of mindset in reaching your full potential.

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In this episode of the Comeback Chronicles, host Terry L. Fossum delves into the profound topic of finding your life's purpose. He emphasizes that the meaning of life is unique to each individual and lies within, not in external signs or events. Terry discusses the immense joy and practical benefits of discovering your true purpose, including improved physical health, sleep, and nutrition. He stresses the importance of prioritizing this quest, as it aligns all other concerns and unleashes your human spirit. The episode encourages listeners to embark on this transformative journey of self-discovery to uncover their life's true meaning and purpose.

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This episode explores breaking through comfort zones to achieve goals. Host Terry L. Fossum discusses how fear, self-doubt and excuses keep people stuck in comfort zones, preventing necessary actions. He introduces Prospect Theory - people are more motivated to avoid pain than seek pleasure. The episode emphasizes creating a powerful emotional reason where failure is unacceptable, to drive consistent action even when uncomfortable. Listeners get actionable steps to focus on both the "why you want to" and "why you must" achieve goals.

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