The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks Summary
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Discover why you sabotage success with "The Big Leap." Hendricks' revolutionary "Upper Limit Problem" concept has transformed countless lives, helping readers escape self-imposed ceilings. What's keeping you from your Zone of Genius - where your unique talents create extraordinary impact?
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When Success Becomes the Problem
A lottery winner goes bankrupt within five years. A CEO closes a record-breaking deal, then picks a fight with his spouse that evening. An athlete finally reaches peak performance, only to injure herself days before the championship. What connects these seemingly random events? They're all manifestations of what's called the Upper Limit Problem-an invisible psychological thermostat that regulates how much success, love, and happiness we allow ourselves to experience. When we exceed our unconscious settings, we automatically sabotage ourselves to return to familiar territory. This isn't bad luck or coincidence. It's a predictable pattern that affects virtually everyone, from everyday individuals to world-famous performers. The question isn't whether you have an Upper Limit Problem. It's whether you're ready to recognize it and break through to the life you're truly capable of living.
Your Internal Thermostat: How the Upper Limit Problem Works
The Four Hidden Barriers That Keep You Stuck
The Warning Signs: Recognizing Your Self-Sabotage Patterns
Finding Your Zone of Genius: Where Magic Happens
Breaking Free: Living Your Extraordinary Life
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"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
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"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
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