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Mar 2025
26m 27s

Truths You Need To Hear

High Performance
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The truth isn’t always easy to hear, but it’s often exactly what we need. In this episode, Jake and Damian dive deep into powerful truths that can transform the way we approach adversity, featuring insights from guests like Ant Middleton, Chris Williamson, Courtney Black, Lucy Easthope, and Gordon Ramsay.


They discuss the harsh reality that life isn’t always fair, but how we can still rise above it. From accepting life’s unfairness to understanding the power of mindset, they uncover why real growth lies in doing the work, valuing others, and taking criticism the right way.


Listen as Jake and Damian uncover the wisdom behind these truths, proving that real growth comes from facing reality head-on and embracing the lessons that push us forward.


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