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068: 3 Steps to Become the Superhero You Were Meant to Be [Podcast] http://ift.tt/1HKNmqP @jeffgoins #blogging

The true identity of most superheroes doesn’t include a cape. Superman, however, was born “super” and conceals his authentic self behind the black-framed glasses of Clark Kent. Turns out, he’s not the only hero hiding behind a mask.

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As adults, we compartmentalize our identity so much at work or home we forget who we’re called to be. We get caught up in mundane routines and lose sight of our gift. We hide behind the excuse of “I’m just a ____.” while we slowly die inside.

This week on The Portfolio Life, Andy and I talk about identity, superpowers, and what we’re all truly capable of. Listen in as we discuss the blurred line between reality and fantasy, and what it means for grown-ups.

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Superheroes are born

You’d be surprised to know my son, Aiden, is a superhero. On any given day he is Superman, Captain America, or The Hulk, depending on his outfit.

What I love about Aiden is that he isn’t pretending. He believes he is a superhero. When I ask him, “What’s your name?”, he doesn’t respond with what’s listed on his birth certificate. Rather, his chest puffs up a bit and he declares, “I’m Superman.”

You walk in the midst of unknown superheroes every day. You look a superhero in the eye each morning you face the mirror. You were born to do something super. The trick is to figure out what it is and learn how to share it with the world.

Show highlights

In this episode, we discuss:

  • When children realize they can become a superhero
  • The difference between wearing a costume and being a superhero
  • How adults tend to compartmentalize our identity
  • A tragic word that diminishes our gifts
  • The snowflake rebuttal to “Not everyone is special”.
  • What Disney teaches about identity with a ghostly lion
  • How the classic hero’s journey applies to your story
  • A few things that are true of Aiden now that I hope are true at 13, 30 and beyond
  • The requirements to become a superhero
  • Updates on the new Tribe Conference

Quotes and Takeaways

  • Life is an epic adventure.
  • There’s a battle out there that you must fight.
  • Stop saying, “I’m just ____.”
  • When Superman puts on his cape, he becomes who he really is.
  • Everybody has a gift to share with the world.
  • We’re born to do something special.
  • Some people fail to see their gift and refuse to share it because they don’t know what it is.
  • You are “just” incredibly unique with special gifts and abilities unlike the world has ever seen.
  • There is something unique about you and there is something unique about what you have to do. So why aren’t you doing it?
  • Understand your identity and live into it.

Resources

What’s your superpower? What is a step you will take to embrace it and live into your identity? Share in the comments



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