Episode 987: Momentum Is Not Science — It’s Art
Momentum is one of the most deceiving forces in life.
When you have it, you assume it will last.
When you realize you’ve lost it, it’s already been gone for a while.
In this episode, I break down why momentum isn’t something you can follow a formula for—and why treating it like a science keeps people stuck, frustrated, and playing the victim.
Inspired by a conversation between Shane Parrish and Michael Ovitz, this episode reframes momentum as an art form—something you shape, feed, and sustain through daily effort, learning, and confrontation.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
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Why momentum can’t really be taught—only experienced
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The four elements that actually build and sustain momentum
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How momentum leaks without you noticing
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Why luck can accelerate momentum but can’t sustain it
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What causes momentum to quietly die over time
If you’ve ever felt like things should be working by now—or you’ve wondered where your momentum went—this episode will change how you see it.
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