Stop Trying: A New Approach To Success With Carla Ondrasik

The Mindset and Self-Mastery Show

“The problem is that you’re trying in the first place.”

In this episode, Nick speaks with Carla Ondrasik, a former music publisher turned author and speaker. Carla shares her unique background, including her experience with the Department of Defense and her journey in the music industry. They dive into her philosophy of ‘Stop Trying,’ emphasizing the importance of mindset and the detrimental effects of the word ‘try.’

What to listen for:

• The philosophy of “Stop Trying” is solid, so give it a go
• Trying often leads to excuses and a lack of accountability
• Success is not guaranteed by trying, but by doing
• Motivation follows action, not the other way around
• Saying no can be more powerful than trying and failing
• We all have the potential to do what we truly want

“If you can just get rid of that word, try, your brain knows the difference, and your actions become different.”

• The words we use actually send cues to our brain
• Replacing “I’ll try” with “I will” instantly shifts your mindset from uncertainty to ownership
• When intentions are clear and confident, your actions align more easily with your goals
• Success starts with self-talk
• Letting go of “try” creates room for decisive action

“Trying is a half-hearted attempt or an effort.”

• When you “try,” you’re not fully in
• Strong intention makes effort meaningful
• You’re either in or you’re not
• If we only give part of ourselves to something, we learn to expect partial wins or total frustration
• At some point, you have to stop thinking and start doing

About Carla Ondrasik

Carla is the creator of the No Try philosophy and author of Stop Trying! The Life-Transforming Power of Trying Less and Doing More. She has spent over two decades sharing her message through research, speaking engagements, mentoring, and writing. A former VP of Creative Writer Development at EMI Music, Carla placed hit songs with legends like Barbra Streisand, Cher, Mariah Carey, Christina Aguilera, and many others, contributing to millions of records sold worldwide. She continues to mentor aspiring musicians while promoting her philosophy to businesses, women’s leadership groups, and schools. Carla has two adult children and lives in Southern California with her husband, John Ondrasik (Five for Fighting), and is an avid swimmer.

• https://carlaondrasik.com
• https://www.instagram.com/carlaondrasik
• https://www.facebook.com/carla.ondrasik/

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