Steven Furtick on Breaking Mental Barriers, Working Out, and Embracing Your Strengths

We all have limiting beliefs. Whether it’s “I’m not a person who works out” or “I’m not a leader,” our thoughts and beliefs can hold us back. In this episode, Steven Furtick shares how we can change our thought patterns to break those limiting beliefs.
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0:00 - Introduction to Pastor Steven Furtick
4:07 - What is The Pound?
13:45 - Change Your Language Around Your Limitations
21:05 - Embrace Your Unique Leadership Style
33:32 - Bring the Right Energy
45:58 - Leverage Curiosity to Get Feedback
48:28 - Detach Your Meaning from Praise and Compliments
1:01:12 - You Need a Friend Who Can Be Honest With You
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"I want a new mindset"

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This is great. I learned a lot with each pod cast .

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You not leave life church God bless you

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Ihave pray time .

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I need a new mindset

[@m0yn0rds1]

Sometimes I will watch both their Sunday services and be filled with Gods word from 2 of my fav pastors

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My 2 favorite pastors together in a podcast 💝

[@amv7134]

I listen to them both.I had no idea they were friends.That's really cool.They have both helped my mental health so much.

[@susieqshields]

So thankful to be part of this conversation. Thank you for so many years of sound wisdom and biblical truth from both of you gentlemen. God bless you.

[@josiahgannon597]

36:14 Pastor Craig: That's a great analogy - Pastor Steven: Really!? - Love the humility coming from both of these top notch, generational leaders. Great collab!

[@carolobrien787]

I can’t believe how much God is bringing into my life with your sermons and podcasts. I’m a Pastor Furtick super fan but it’s opened the door to other great Pastors.

[@AmySimmonds-luv4Jesus]

Agreed! This was great.

[@biancagrimm8292]

Absolutely agree. Same. Our blended family is so blessed by you Pastor Steven Furtick and Pastor Craig Groeschel!!!

[@brendagraham8611]

"I know who I am in Christ" so I don't care about other people's criticism! People are "controlling" & criticism is a way for people to "control"! I agree with Steve, not to seek other people for praise!

[@PG22_Hello]

"I am coming from abundance because I have Christ in me." 👊

[@josephineahimidiwe3012]

"I want a new mindset" I love how real you both are, about God and about Life.

[@chad9455]

When did they talk about God?

[@TheBookOfAdam24]

Pastor Craig and Pastor Steven changed my life through the screen. Thank you and God Bless both of you!

[@mirjamorban7836]

I want a new mindset - thanks for these amazing tips today!

[@thevoiceofhope]

"If you argue for your limitations, you get to keep them." Solid. Commitment, dedication, discipline. Books sounds awesome, way to represent!

[@gretchengerot8374]

I want a new mindset! Thank you both and your team for what you do, trying to learn that my joy is my job 💕

[@AllenCruz]

SO blessed by this conversation, thank you Pastor Craig and Pastor Steven!

[@susanscandles]

I want a new mindset! Having both of you in one podcast!!!

[@kimberlytate2623]

I LOVE HOW YOU TWO SHOW AND TELL THE BLESSINGS AND APPRECIATION TO EACH OTHER❤ HAPPY EASTER TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES ❤

[@DennisKocher-tb1ep]

i want a new mindset. 🎉 thank you guys so much for what you’re doing🎉

[@danrourk]

Wow what a blessing too hear from both amazing speakers at one time. Thank you and God Bless !!

[@eliasavila]

Love this conversation 🙏🏻🙌🏻

[@WillbWriting]

Steady under pressure and ready for whatever. Thank you Mr. Furtick.

[@valentinacarrasco8930]

Late to this video but.. I want a new mindset!! Awesome job Pastors 👏

[@inpureblue]

I want a new mindset! Thank you, Pastors Craig and Steven, for this mind-shifting conversation!!

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I want a new mindset! Thank you Pastors Craig and Steven! This is so powerful!

[@giselequarterman1734]

You need to be determined… I’ve started so many things with passion so many times but let that fire be extinguished way to easily because of a setback, financial battle, fear of the unknown or a negative comment from someone I looked up to… Found out over-time that I allowed time to be wasted because I did not believe in myself or my idea enough to have the confidence to go forward anyway and look at it as an opportunity to stretch myself & exercise my faith… Joyce Meyer says “Faith is like a muscle… You must use it in order for it to grow.”

[@chrystibermudez399]

This is amazing! I follow both of you on KZbin. This is confirmation that God has guided me to you both. I really enjoy both of your sermons. I've got so much healing. Thank you both for being such a blessingin my life!!

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Listening from Taiwan. Thank you for helping so many people in growing in there leadership rolls.

[@gracesamson2120]

I want a new mindset! Thanks to both of you! God bless you more.

[@julierogers8219]

I loved this ! Thank you, Pastor Graig and Pastor Steven!

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This is really good, I needed this thank you both

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I want a new mindset. Coming from Spotify!

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"I want a new mindset" Wow gentleman, love you both and to have you in the same episode sharing your wisdom was GOLD!! Thank you!!

[@EverythingQueenshono]

Two of my favorite leaders. This is so great.

[@rosemaryjane9455]

This was a really helpful interview. Especially the idea that to cope with criticism we must not rely on praise for affirmation. And the fact that a dopamine high after success is so short. Thank you so much for all you are doing to help us be better leaders.

[@matisonkulis]

I want a new mindset! This episode is very refreshing and encouraging!

[@lorettaroberts2260]

I love to hear you preach Pastor Steven 🙌 👏

[@israelnitta]

I appreciate the humor, humanity, insight, and faith shared in this conversation. Thank you!

[@kimberlytate2623]

PASTOR STEVEN FURTICK YOU ARE AMAZINGLY BLESSED AND TALENTED🙏✝️❤GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS AND GUIDE YOU AND YOUR BLESSED AND BEAUTIFUL FAMILY🙏✝️❤

[@OliviaIgwe]

"I WANT A NEW MINDSET"🧡🧡🧡 I've loved when Steven talked about working out and just leaving space for the new to come through, that has been completely me getting back into Crossfit. I can leave my issues, my insecruities, my thoughts at the door and leave room for growth or time with god! SO good! Loved this talk!

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It's a blessing to be able to hear from you both....

[@RevJorgeDiaz]

I want a new mindset! Thankful for the thought leadership I find here.

[@Palauli77]

I want a new mindset… Bless you brothers!

[@ncpirate01]

I want a new mindset. I pray we all do. Thank you gentlemen for the wisdom today.

[@autumnwright4723]

I want a new mindset!!!!! Great podcast! Two of my favorites!

[@davidbuskirk8043]

I want a new mindset! Thank you Pastor Craig and Pastor Steven, both of your teachings on renewing our thoughts has been so transformational for me!

[@dongatosgirl]

I want a new mindset ❤ Thank you so much-- this episode is amazing 🙌

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As an earthling ,I am called to "care" about what is happening right now . Not because of the magnitude of what we do but thi what we care " For the fate of other ( humans ) " , there is our concera. The world is experiencing a crisis ( disease ) * Malnour is hed * , yes , malnourished MORAL . For that we exist and are present to give. * Energy Preyer* , Energy Meditation ,so that the world recovers ( heals ) and returns "SMILES" .

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I want a new mindset!! Great listen! Thank you both for sharing

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I want a NEW Mindset!!! Absolutely great podcast 🔥

[@melissaherrera5016]

I want a new mindset. Absolute best podcast I've heard yet. This is everything I am focusing on this year. Changing my mindset. You have said so many things I have thought and felt. You have put them into words I have thought but could not convey to someone. Thank you for such an amazing podcast. I have already ordered the book and cannot to receive it tomorrow and begin reading it. This has literally brought me tears. Thank you for continuing to walk in your purposes! You two are the absolute best and continue to walk in excellence. Praise God for that!

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"Don't talk bout it, be bout it!" Love y'all!

[@gigthat]

I want a new mindset What an amazing episode! I usually listen using my podcast app but this one episode I watched here, and so glad I did. You guys are just so real, authentically poring into others! I get so much from this podcast. Thanks Ps Craig Groeschel for doing the podcast and thanks Ps Steven Furtick for the wisdom nuggets shared!

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I want the ‘knew’ mindset. Thank you so much!

[@vanessatorres4494]

Sooo good 🙌🏻 Thanks pastors Craig and Steven 🙏🏻 God bless both

[@DennisforTruth]

I want a new mindset! Awesome episode, thank you!

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I want a new mindset - you have probably already given away the books you had. But this was a really good podcast. Your both admirable people. I hope I can be half the leader you guys are one day!!

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Can I just say ..good morning ! love yall❤❤❤🎉. And thank you both for helping me get through the worst 3 years of my life.I almost didn't make it.I was hanging on the walls.God bless you all❤

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This is absolutely revolutionary Thank you so much Craig Groeschel

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I agree!

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I want a Knew Mindset! Seeing two of my favs together on a Podcast and hearing about this great book that will change lives was impactful. Thanks for always preaching and leading with your knew mindset @pastor Steven Furtick & @ pastor Craig Groeschel. Praying Gods Continued blessings over your ministries and familes.

[@patriciadaniel444]

this was wonderful. Thank you for all the pearls of wisdom.

[@spencerbst]

I have been waiting for this podcast to happen for the longest time! What a blessing to have 2 of the most influential Pastors, IMO! Thank you @CraigGroeschel and @StevenFurtick!

[@doctones10]

I want a new mindset. Awesome podcast and discussion gentlemen. Thank you as always, for your inspiration, and for sharing your expertise. I am truly blessed to be on this journey with you all, in Christ through Whom All things are possible!

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I want a NEW mindset!! Loved it!

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THANK YOU!

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I totally agree, these two are totally amazing preachers!

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Best podcast ever!!! I want a new mindset!

[@danielChibuogwu]

wow! if you don't start from enough, you would never get there - Steven Furtick. That's powerful🔥

[@angelettedebose847]

I am a huge fan of the Furtick family and team. This podcast is a blessing as people really don’t know who they are and what they are capable of. This should be taught to our kids

[@josephinevidal8551]

Pastor Steven is a real genius love him so much his preaching and all his sermons🙏🏼❤

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I bought the book. I am enjoying it! Lisa in Montreal

[@buxtond]

Love this. listened to it 2 times... I want a new mind set.... keep it up!

[@marylouhixson2423]

This really touched me! Love you both! You have made such a difference in my life. Your humility is inspiring.

[@DrNice03]

I want a new mindset! Thank you for such great podcasts. Through out the episodes, I have learned that everybody is a leader. If you do not have a team/following, you are still a leader as you are leading yourself. God is so great! Great godly leadership from Men & Women who are following the greatest Leader and Lord of all, Jesus Christ. No compromising! I win, as I get better 💃🏾

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THIS IS BLOWING MY MIND! 🤯

[@vincentgoforth6082]

Both of you guys has brought me through many trials as my life had fell apart over the last few years. I would love a change in mindset and have been wanting to get pastor Furticks book. I will get one someday one way or another because I want my relationship with God to grow in my life and believe it’s something I need in my path along the way 💙

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I want a new mindset! Great podcast.

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This may be the most important message I have ever heard on Leadership, and I've heard A LOT! Wow! Such a blessing!

[@gospelgirlfarrah]

I want a new mindset. This podcast was lovely, such an enamoring conversation to listen to as I worked on my assignments. May God continue to bless you both, and your ministries in Christ Jesus. Have a blessed day!

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Such powerful wisdom and leadership advice! God bless you both for stewarding your calling to lead leaders.

[@amyalvarez2261]

I want a new mindset! God bless both of you and your ministries!

[@ethangagnon8173]

I want a new mindset!! It’s bittersweet to see the 2 pastors who have led me to salvation and have played a huge part in my new journey with God, get together and bless me even more wisdom. Thank you for working with God to save my life.

[@jamie1640]

I want a new mindset, great podcast as always fam!

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I want a new mindset! Love this so much, two of my favorite leaders!

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I want a new mindset! Thanks guys! ❤ so so good

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I want a new mindset! Such an awesome podcast.

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Thank you so much both for sharing these real life experiences.

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I want a new mindset! 🙌

[@brencroy7874]

Wow first time listening to theses two & I was leary.. …but man! Great encouragement 🎉 I was just talking with our prayer group about this ❤…talents, abilities that we have in our selves that we never open up too although God has placed in us and calling us too! As we trust in Him❤️🎉

[@haynesfamily1601]

I want a new mindset! Thank you for all you do.

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I want a new mindset ! Thanks for sharing your thoughts

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I want a new mindset! Thank you for this session!

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I want a new mindset! Loved this message.

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I want a new mindset! Great conversation!

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I want a new mindset! You two are amazing. Thanks for the conversation.

[@pr-zy8bt]

This was very inspiring, I used to get up very early in the morning to workout and have fallen off of that for a while. This was also a lot of my alone time with the Lord. I could tell a big difference in my mental and physical health, you both have inspired me to get back into it, thank you for the good example!!!

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This was SO good! One of my favorite ones yet 🙌🏼 “I want a new mindset” ❤

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Episode Notes are awesome!

[@martistegall]

@craiggroeschel & @stevenfurtick What an awesome podcast! How great it was to find one of my most admired professional, Christian leadership gurus, (who I got to know through The Global Leadership Summit), interviewing my pastor who is a dynamic leader unto himself! I love that both of you don’t live in just concept alone, but that you take concepts and break them down Biblically, then share how to apply them practically. This was truly an awe-inspiring session! Thank you! ❤