How to Build Unshakable Confidence with Sean Martin

Elena Apalkova introduces Sean Martin, who shares his background and insights on the power of belief, using "The Little Engine That Could" as a metaphor. They discuss parenting strategies for building confidence and critique the education system. Sean emphasizes the importance of family legacy and embracing failure, drawing lessons from Roger Bannister to highlight work ethic. The conversation shifts to teaching self-approval and fostering internal happiness. They explore the distinction between reacting and responding, the significance of goal setting, and overcoming obstacles by connecting the dots. Sean concludes with thoughts on achieving value-driven goals. (0:00) Introduction and Sean Martin's background (4:20) The power of belief and "The Little Engine That Could" (7:08) Parenting for confidence and critique of the education system (17:49) Family legacy and embracing failure (24:28) Lessons from Roger Bannister and instilling work ethic (28:39) Teaching self-approval and the importance of internal happiness (33:29) Reacting vs. responding and the importance of goal setting (39:30) Overcoming obstacles and connecting the dots (43:01) Value-driven goal achievement and closing thoughts