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THE ED MYLETT SHOW

The Most Underrated Way To Change Your Life | Ed Mylett

THE ED MYLETT SHOW

Ed Mylett

Education, Business, Self-improvement, Entrepreneurship

4.9 • 13.6K Ratings

🗓️ 11 January 2025

⏱️ 95 minutes

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Summary

What If Changing Your Life Was Easier Than You Thought? In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the most underrated tools for transformation: your identity. The thermostat of your life is set by the beliefs you hold about yourself, and until you change that internal setting, no amount of external success will stick. I’m joined by Matthew McConaughey, who shares a profound perspective: discovering who you are is often about eliminating who you’re not. Together, we unpack how letting go of limiting beliefs, unhelpful habits, and relationships that drain you can make room for the person you're destined to become​. You’ll hear me break down the thermostat analogy—the invisible force that regulates every area of your life, from finances to fitness to relationships. I’ll show you how association with people who live at higher levels can naturally raise your own standard, and how short bursts of intense, intentional effort can permanently shift your internal settings. Matthew brings his signature wisdom, emphasizing the power of subtraction in personal growth and why clarity often comes from identifying what doesn’t serve you​. We’ll explore how your story—the one you tell yourself about your past, your failures, or even your victories—can either trap you or set you free. I’ll challenge you to rewrite your narrative, to stop clinging to outdated versions of yourself, and to start stepping boldly into the person you’re meant to be. Because here's the truth: you are always in control of the pen that writes your story​. Key Takeaways: - Why your identity thermostat dictates every result in your life - The role of associations in raising your personal standards - How short, intense bursts of new habits can rewire your mindset - Matthew McConaughey’s advice on the power of eliminating what doesn’t serve you - Why rewriting your story is essential to building a new identity If you’re tired of external changes never leading to lasting results, this episode is for you. It’s time to adjust the thermostat, rewrite your story, and step fully into the version of you that you know you’re capable of becoming. This isn’t just about small changes—it’s about a complete internal shift that sets the tone for your entire life. Thank you for watching this video—Please Share it and get the word out! What part of this video resonated with you the most? Comment below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0

So hey guys, listen, we're all trying to get more productive. And the question is, how do you find a way to get an edge?

0:05.4

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0:25.3

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0:37.6

It's like having the Avengers of Personal Development and Business and one app.

0:41.5

And I'm honored that he asked me to be a part of it as well and contribute on a weekly basis, and I do.

0:45.5

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0:46.7

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0:51.9

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1:01.0

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1:06.3

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1:12.3

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1:17.2

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1:23.2

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1:36.5

This is the Edmilet Show.

1:41.0

Hey, everyone, welcome to my weekend special.

1:43.3

I hope you enjoy the show.

1:44.4

Be sure to follow the Ed Mylett Show on Apple and Spotify.

1:48.0

Links are in the show notes.

1:49.3

You'll never miss an episode that way.

1:51.3

People ask me often, what were some of the decisions and choices and areas I focused on that made the biggest difference for me in my life?

1:59.3

And today's topic is the thing that I would

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