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But it didn’t start that way…
As an addict, I spent every waking hour doing whatever it took to stay high, including stealing from my friends and family. Anything that didn’t lead to a buzz was a buzzkill.
Anything that didn’t feed my addiction was the enemy. I had to figure out how to turn every interaction and opportunity into a chance to get what I wanted.
Along the way, I had to lie every minute of every day to the people around me about what I was doing and who I’d become.
—and I lied a lot. I lied about having a problem. I lied about stealing from my friends. I lied about having my drug use under control. I lied about my grades, my work, my relationships, and anything else that could have given me away.
All my energy was focused on trying to look put together on the outside while I knew I was falling apart inside. I was doing the opposite of being true to myself.
I was hiding my addiction…
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These principles not only helped me get clean but enabled me to practice Addictive Leadership and thrive in work and life.
The 3 principles helped me
As you read this, there are millions of addicts out there practicing the 3 Principles to save their lives. I am one of them. My wish is for everyone to experience the amazing recovery process that comes when you Practice Rigorous Authenticity, Surrender the Outcome, and Do Uncomfortable Work. And you don’t have to be an addict. My mission is to teach you HOW to unlock the incredible competitive advantage of being your true self without fear, shame or regret so that you can thrive in your career, business AND relationships.
