👑 Shatter imposter syndrome and ignite inspiration

Plus: Vegan chocolate chips cookies!

April 16, 2024

What’s up, Hustlers! 

Remember, you're not obligated to remain the same person just to keep someone else comfortable.

You get to decide who you are, and you are allowed to change your mind.

Sometimes I’ll look at old vision boards and think, "Oh wow, I thought I wanted that."

You have to give yourself the freedom to play and evolve.

Keep exploring different facets of yourself that you didn’t know existed.

Xx Robin

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 .WHAT I’M BAKING. 

*Vegan* Chocolate Chip Cookies 🍪 Katie Couric invited me to her kitchen to whip up some plant-based treats. Fam, let me tell you, these cookies are next level 🔥. If you think you need eggs to bake up greatness, think again. A dollop of apple sauce is a game-changing substitute! Check out the recipe on Katie Couric Media and make sure to sign up for Katie’s weekly food-focused newsletter, Good Taste.

 .WHAT I’M SHARING. 

Tips to stay inspired 💡 Willpower is a muscle that fatigues, but it can also get stronger. If you’ve fallen off your game – in any area of life – the simplest way to get back on it is to surround yourself with inspiration.

Here are some things that have helped me stay inspired over the years.

📔 Put an inspirational note on your mirror, your night table, or your desk. Include words and imagery that speak to you. It might seem cheesy at first but trust me, it works. The mind responds to visual cues.

⏰ Change the title of your cell phone alarm to your mantra or a saying like “Do Epic Shit.” Whatever resonates with you. Give yourself an extra push the minute you wake up.

💥 Make a Vision Board and look at it – every single day. Remind yourself of the life you’re working toward and what it takes to get there. If you’ve never made a vision board before, I made this video to help you get started.

What's something you do to keep the inspiration flowing?

 .WHAT I’M THINKING ABOUT. 

Why the windshield is bigger than the rearview mirror. Last week, while I was watching American Idol, Jelly Roll dropped a major gem. He said -

"The windshield is bigger than the rearview mirror for a reason, because what’s in front of you is so much more important than what’s behind you."

This hit me hard. Why focus on the past? There’s nothing back there for us. Life is about looking forward. We just have to keep moving — one step, one day, one decision at a time. To hear it straight from Jelly Roll, check out his CMA acceptance speech (starting at 1:24) — it’s an epic moment! 🔥

 .WHAT I’M LISTENING TO. 

The Happiness Formula: Retrain Your Brain to Be Happy with Mo Gawdat 🎧️ On this episode of The Tony Robbins podcast, Mo Gawdat, former Chief Business Officer at Google X and founder of One Billion Happy, discusses his belief that happiness can be a choice. Following the tragic loss of his son in 2014, Gawdat transformed his grief into a mission to spread happiness, developing a "happiness algorithm" based on his tech success and personal journey. Mo’s commitment to spreading happiness is incredibly inspiring. ⬇️ 

The Happiness Formula: Retrain Your Brain to Be Happy with Mo Gawdat

Question: Do you have any strategies for dealing with imposter syndrome?

— Craig

Answer: I think we've all experienced imposter syndrome at some point or another. Oftentimes when we reach a certain level of success, we start questioning it. Feelings of self-doubt start creeping in and we start to ask ourselves - Who am I? Do I even deserve this?

Here's what I have to say about that -

Acknowledge how far you've come and remember the hours of hard work and hustle that it took to get there. If you are at the table, you deserve to be there, so own it. There's always more to learn but as long as you continue to lead with power and know that you deserve to be where you are in this very moment, imposter syndrome doesn't stand a chance.

Limiting beliefs are loud. Make your hustle louder.

— Robin

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Preview of the 2024 SHAPE Sneaker Awards 👟 Yesterday, I joined my GMA fam to share a sneak(er) peak into SHAPE’s 2024 Sneaker Awards. As an expert advisor and someone who lives in sneakers, I teamed up with SHAPE to find the best sneakers that will elevate your game, no matter your fitness routine. From running to pickleball to hot girl walks, we tested and highlighted all the best picks. Check out the GMA segment as well as the full list of SHAPE sneaker winners for the inside scoop!

Gotham FC’s Home Opener ⚽️ It was an honor to participate in the torch lighting ceremony at Gotham FC's home opener this past Sunday alongside Ali Krieger and Eli Manning. The fans, the stadium, and the game's vibes were next level. Women's sports are finally getting the recognition they deserve, and I am here for it. ❤️‍🔥

Thanks for reading, Hustlers. Go out there, pivot with power, and stay curious about what’s next.

Xx Robin Arzón

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