#021 - The GAME PLAN for achieving authentic SUCCESS ⛹️‍♂️💰

In this episode, Nelson and his superstar guest, Professional basketball player Matthew Hodgson, discuss the importance of critical thinking and not blindly accepting advice, the concept of money and success, hobbies and how they can help broaden one's perspective, as well as the reality that sometimes reaching a goal may not bring the expected fulfilment. This episode is the perfect reminder to be authentic and true to oneself, regardless of the outcome.Follow Matthew: https://instagram.com/matthodge01?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
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Timestamps[00:00:00] Intro[00:00:23] Hobbies and self-discovery. [00:03:05] Playing basketball by chance. [00:07:44] The importance of self-belief. [00:08:31] Physicality in sports. [00:12:28] High achievers and self-doubt. [00:19:00] Career derailment and self-discovery. [00:22:25] Overcoming self-sabotage and growth. [00:25:58] Playing overseas and career satisfaction. [00:31:23] Worst basketball injury experiences.[00:33:10] Taking care of your body. [00:37:14] Pursuing a career in psychology. [00:39:07] Challenging career expectations. [00:42:16] Pursuing personal passions and growth. [00:46:00] Financial education and blowing money. [00:49:10] Low salaries in basketball. [00:53:31] Value and mindset in success. [01:00:38] Becoming strong and mastering everything. [01:03:03] Different paths to making money. [01:07:59] Pursuing Financial Success Against Odds. [01:09:23] Resistance to change in business. [01:13:35] Being a magnet for money. [01:16:26] Keeping a small circle. [01:22:08] Loyalty in the NBA. [01:29:48] Secondary focus and downtime. [01:34:08] Importance of sleep for performance. [01:37:10] The best advice ever. [01:39:24] Enjoyable basketball season. [01:43:39] Filter everything you hear.