What’s holding you back in life at the moment? Is there a problem – be it practical or emotional, to do with your health, relationships, work, finance or anything else – that seems insurmountable? Whatever your struggle, my guest on this week’s Feel Better Live More podcast believes that the solution is already within you – that you have what it takes to transform or transcend any challenge you face.

She’s Marie Forleo, a US entrepreneur, writer, philanthropist and, above all, an unshakeable optimist. I caught up with Marie on the London leg of a promotional tour for her new self-help book, Everything Is Figureoutable. The title is quite a promise but after listening to what she has to say, I think you’ll be inspired to think the same way.

We discuss perfectionism and why comparing ourselves unfavourably to others – so common in this age of social media – can really threaten our creativity. We also discuss the truth about excuses, the liberating difference between ‘can’t’ and ‘won’t’, and why a growth mindset is preferable to a fixed mindset if we want to make changes in our lives. Whatever it is that you want from life, I think Marie’s strategies will shift you into a more positive mindset and help you take action. This is a really energising and inspiring conversation – I hope you enjoy it!

Watch the video version of this interview in full below.

Watch the video interview

Further Learning:

• Mindset – Changing The Way You Think To Fulfil Your Potential by Carol Dweck
• The Obstacle is the Way: The Ancient Art of Turning Adversity into Opportunity by Ryan Holiday

Related articles:

• Parade.com – What Trick Helps Marie Forleo Achieve Her Goals? Everything Is Figureoutable Author Talks Imposter Syndrome, Burnout
• Forbes – MarieTV Founder Marie Forleo on Labels, Life Lessons, and Her New Book Everything Is Figureoutable
• Brit.co – Why ‘Everything is Figureoutable’ Is Our Favourite New Mantra