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Y Combinator Cast

09/18/18

@ Y Combinator

The mental story you tell yourself is the most important and persuasive; I learned that everyone feels incompetent at times.

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Female Founders Conference - Mountain View

@ Y Combinator

Female Founders Conference - Mountain View

09/18/18

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Michael Easter

06/16/25

@ Andrew Huberman

The narrative you tell yourself about your experiences is crucial for mental health; framing challenges positively can lead to personal growth.

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David Goggins

01/01/19

@ Rich Roll

I believe that the most important conversation is the one you have with yourself; changing your internal dialogue is key to overcoming a victim mentality.

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David Goggins

01/17/23

@ Chris Williamson

There's a relationship between confidence and competence; you need to ensure your belief in what you can do is ahead of your actual abilities, but not delusional.

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Amy Jo Kim

12/30/20

@ Garry Tan

The most important story is the one unfolding in the user's mind, as they perceive themselves upgrading through the use of the product.

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Chris Bumstead

07/11/23

@ Chris Williamson

My inner voice often tells me I'm not good enough, but I work to overcome that negativity.

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Naval Ravikant

10/29/15

@ Tim Ferriss

I learned the importance of honesty from Richard Feynman, who said you must never fool yourself, as you are the easiest person to fool.

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Raaz Herzberg

11/17/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

I think embracing the feeling of being an imposter can be effective; it shouldn't stop you from making decisions or taking opportunities.

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Jocko Willink

06/03/25

@ Chris Williamson

To build confidence, it's essential to admit when you're unsure about what to do; this acknowledgment makes the world feel easier.

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Lori Gottlieb

04/07/25

@ Andrew Huberman

We often create narratives about ourselves based on our experiences, and it's crucial to examine and expand these stories to understand ourselves better.