#305 The Power of Fear: Unlocking the Neuroscience of Fear so You Can Unleash Your Potential with Patrick Sweeney

#305 The Power of Fear: Unlocking the Neuroscience of Fear so You Can Unleash Your Potential with Patrick Sweeney

Author: Jim Harshaw, Jr. June 21, 2021 Duration: 40:12

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Fear is Fuel
Inc. Magazine called Patrick Sweeney one of the most interesting men alive. 

He's a millionaire entrepreneur, world record holder, former Olympic-level athlete, and angel investor (Slack, Y Combinator, Instacart). 

But before all that, he was terrified of everything. He didn't have confidence or self-esteem. But after battling one of the rarest forms of leukemia at 35, he decided to choose courage.

He spent six years with 36 of the world’s top neuroscientists to learn the most cutting-edge science to reprogram the human brain for purpose, passion, and peak performance. He cracked the code on using fear and flow to maximize anyone’s potential. And he shared this knowledge in the #5 Wall Street Journal Best-seller, Fear is Fuel.

In this episode, Patrick takes us through his journey of leaving his fears behind to choose courage and how you too can stop being afraid so you can find your confidence to unleash your full potential. 

Stop living in fear. Take that first step. Tune in now. If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action


There's a particular drive that comes from a background in sports, a mindset forged in competition and discipline that doesn't just switch off when you leave the field. Success for the Athletic-Minded Man taps directly into that energy, translating the core principles of athletic performance into tools for everyday life. Host Jim Harshaw, Jr. understands that the same clarity needed to execute a game plan, the focus required in a critical moment, and the consistency of daily practice are the exact traits that define winning in business, relationships, and personal health. This isn't about finding more hours in the day; it's about applying a strategic, trained approach to all of it. Each episode feels like a conversation with a coach who's been in your shoes, addressing the real tension between ambitious career goals, being a present father and partner, and maintaining physical fitness without letting any single priority suffer. You'll hear practical discussions on management, self-improvement, and the mental frameworks that help you stop shortchanging the areas that matter most. The podcast moves beyond theory, offering actionable insights for men who aim to build a life of sustained achievement, where success is measured across the board, not just on a scoreboard.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Success for the Athletic-Minded Man
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