Welcome back to another episode of Arnold's Pump Club.

Today, I want you to think about all the things you tend to avoid in life.

Sometimes saying no is a good thing and keeps us away from harm.

But other times we say no to things we need because it's different, unfamiliar, or difficult to do.

The things you avoid are often the very things

that will make you stronger.

Whether it's discomfort, fear, or failure,

those are the weights you need to live to grow.

Not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too.

You can't run away from resistance.

You have to embrace it.

That's how you build character, just like building muscle.

Think about the gym.

If you only lift the light weights, you'll never get stronger.

You have to push yourself, go for the heavy stuff, even when it's hard. Life is no different avoiding

the hard things. Whether it's a tough conversation, a new challenge, or facing your insecurities

only keeps you weak. You have to lean into it. You have to make friends with the struggle.

That's where the growth happens. I hope that you keep

this in mind when you listen to the episode and confront different challenges. And now, let's get

to today's tips. We've all heard that suppressing negative thoughts is bad for mental health.

But what if the opposite is true?

Research suggests that training your brain to suppress negative thoughts can improve mental

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