Fourth and F*ck It, and other Mindful Principles
Show Notes Summary
In this irreverent yet insightful episode of The Mindful CEO, Chris and Aaron unpack what Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell’s “Fourth and F*ck It” mindset can teach leaders about trust, courage, and letting go. They explore how mindfulness doesn’t mean caution—it means presence, grounded confidence, and a willingness to take the right risks at the right time. The conversation flows from football metaphors to business principles, touching on themes of surrender, flow, and knowing when to stop overthinking and just go for it.
Resources & Links:
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Learn more about How to Live a Grateful Life in a Fucked Up World → https://thegratefulbreath.com
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Learn more about From Hustle to Flow: Sell more by stressing less → https://www.therealtorsedge.com
Episode Outline
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Opening banter and origin of “Fourth and F*ck It”
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The Detroit Lions as a metaphor for courageous leadership
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What “going for it” means in mindfulness and business
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The tension between overthinking and intuitive action
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How fear disguises itself as rational caution
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Redefining success through presence rather than outcome
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The deeper wisdom of surrender and trust in leadership
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Closing reflections on what mindfulness looks like in motion
