Episode Description Sign up for the newsletter here: https://jerred.com  Time-Stamped Show Notes [00:00:30] Introduction to the podcast and discussion on the spectrum of optimism, realism, and pessimism. [00:01:30] The impact of mindset on achieving entrepreneurial goals. [00:03:00] Introduction to the Stockdale Paradox and its relevance to entrepreneurs. [00:05:00] Explanation of unwavering faith and confronting brutal facts within the paradox. [00:07:00] Personal anecdote about managing debt and how it shaped my understanding of mindset. [00:09:00] Conclusion on balancing optimism with realism and its benefits.