This is one of the most foundational episodes. It’s the follow up to one of Leo’s most popular videos: How to Stop Being a Victim. Summary is here.
Have you ever wondered why you get stuck in a victim mindset? Being a victim happens whenever you start thinking:
I can’t.
It's impossible.
It just won't work in this situation.
I've already tried everything.
It's just not going to happen.
There's no way it's going to work.
I don't know how.
My genetics aren't going to allow me.
My life situation is just such that I can't do it.
My boss is holding me back.
My husband is holding me back.
My girlfriend is holding me back.
My children are eating up all my time.
There's not enough time in the day.
I don't have enough money.
For this episode, select one area in your life where you feel stuck like a victim. This could be your diet, fitness, health, mental health, money, relationships, marriage, upbringing, children, career, business, talent, intelligence, appearance, personal development goals, etc.
So where in your life do you feel like you're really stuck, like there’s some outer circumstance that’s really holding you back? Most people feel like a victim in some area. It could be one specific area or your whole life where you feel like a victim.
So, what makes a victim a victim? Basically, This is a very profound insight.
a victim thinks that the external world is a greater obstacle to him than he is to himself.