How To Let Go Of Excuses | Maxwell Ivey Ep. 131

"Never make excuses. Your friends don't need them and your foes won't believe them."

John Wooden

Quick question...

Why are you not where you want to be in life right now? (If you are where you want to be... Why did you stop?)

I ask this question because, if you're like me, the first thing that comes to mind is a list of excuses. So many answers will cover time constraints, kids, bad bosses, and missed opportunities. If we really analyze it, they're all excuses.

I don't say this to be insensitive. I say this to offer a reality check.

When everything is said and done, we are the ones in control of our lives and what we do. Despite the circumstances we find ourselves in, it's on us to rise above and push forward.

In order to eliminate excuses and take control of our lives, we must first decide who holds the reins. (That's you by the way...)

Perspective is also huge! If we choose to only see the bad, the bad is what we get. The same can be said for the positive. If we train ourselves to see the good in everything, suddenly what we get is good.

This only happens with practice and intention. Very seldom do we stumble on this mindset ourselves.

My guest today knows all about overcoming excuses. Maxwell Ivey is internationally known as The Blind Blogger. He started losing his vision to retinitis pigmentosa at an early age and became legally blind by junior high school and totally blind by the time he graduated from college.

Maxwell's story includes working with his family's carnival business, selling surplus rides for other vendors, teaching himself how to code, starting his own podcast, writing books, losing over 250 pounds, and more. If you need inspiration and drive, Maxwell is the man to talk to.

A journey like Maxwell's doesn't come without a sense of humor, which you'll also pick up on VERY quickly throughout this episode. Hop in and take a listen as we discuss:

• Being Willing To Get Dirty
• Deciding That Something Good Is There
• Asking People For Help
• Celebrating Your Wins
• Making A List

And more!

You'll Certainly Want To Connect With Maxwell Through The Links Below:

Website: https://theblindblogger.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maxwellivey

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheBlindBlogger/

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/midwaymarketplace

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxwellivey/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/maxwelivey/

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