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Everything is Figureoutable

A pragmatic philosophy of self-empowerment

Marie Forleo

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💡Did you know that most of the things you claim you 'can't' do are actually things you're simply choosing not to prioritize?
💡Have you ever wondered how to transform your paralyzing fear into a reliable internal compass for success?
💡What if you could adopt a single, powerful mindset that makes every challenge you face completely solvable?

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Key Takeaways from Everything is Figureoutable

✓Learn how to adopt a proactive, problem-solving mindset that embraces the philosophy that every obstacle can be overcome with effort and creativity.
✓Discover why your core beliefs dictate your reality, and how rewriting them is the essential first step to achieving any dream.
✓Understand the power of replacing the phrase 'I can't' with 'I won't' to stop making excuses, eliminate victimhood, and reclaim control over your time.
✓Master the technique of visualizing worst-case scenarios to transform paralyzing fear into a productive force for personal growth.
✓Find out how to defeat the illusion of perfectionism, recognizing it as a clever mask for procrastination so you can focus on consistent progress.

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Quiz — Test Your Understanding

Question 1 of 8

What does the phrase 'everything is figureoutable' fundamentally represent in Marie Forleo's philosophy?

A. A scientific hypothesis proven by empirical evidence.
B. A pragmatic assumption that encourages proactive problem-solving.
C. A guarantee that positive thinking will make difficulties disappear.
D. A financial strategy for overcoming significant personal debt.

Question 2 of 8

According to the book, what is the crucial distinction between saying you 'can't' do something and you 'won't' do something?

A. 'Can't' implies a lack of time, while 'won't' implies a lack of money.
B. 'Can't' means the action is out of your control, while 'won't' means you are making a conscious choice.
C. 'Can't' is a mindset used by beginners, while 'won't' is used by experts.
D. 'Can't' is a self-empowering belief, while 'won't' is a self-limiting belief.

Question 3 of 8

How does the author suggest we evaluate the common excuse 'I don't have enough time'?

A. By tracking our daily activities in a spreadsheet for a month to find wasted minutes.
B. By quitting our full-time jobs to focus entirely on our side hustles.
C. By delegating all household chores to free up our weekends for creative pursuits.
D. By using a thought experiment about finding two hours a day to cure a fatal disease.

Question 4 of 8

How does the author recommend we handle the physical sensations of fear when starting a new endeavor?

A. Wait until the fear completely subsides before taking the first step.
B. Reinterpret the sensations as signs of excitement and an indicator that the task is important.
C. Use deep breathing exercises to lower your heart rate back to a resting state.
D. View the fear as a clear warning sign from your intuition to abandon the project.

Question 5 of 8

What is the author's primary advice for overcoming indecisiveness and gaining clarity?

A. Spend more time researching and perfecting your business plan before acting.
B. Meditate daily on your goals until the right path becomes obvious.
C. Take small, concrete actions, because clarity comes from acting, not just thinking.
D. Make a massive, life-changing decision immediately to force yourself to adapt.

Question 6 of 8

Why does the author argue against waiting until you are 'ready' to pursue your dreams?

A. Because opportunities expire quickly in today's fast-paced economy.
B. Because being 100 percent prepared is impossible; you acquire skills and motivation by actually engaging in the task.
C. Because waiting allows competitors to steal your ideas before you can launch them.
D. Because your financial situation will likely worsen the longer you wait to start.

Question 7 of 8

According to the actionable advice in the summary, why is it important to remember your 'higher purpose'?

A. It helps you attract wealthier clients and build a more profitable business.
B. It allows you to mathematically prove that your goals are achievable.
C. It reminds you that withholding your unique blend of qualities and potential is depriving the world of a gift.
D. It guarantees that you will not face any major obstacles or self-doubt along the way.

Question 8 of 8

What is the author's stance on positive thinking?

A. It is the only tool needed to make life's difficulties magically disappear.
B. While it won't make problems disappear magically, avoiding negative thinking is crucial because negativity leads to self-defeating passivity.
C. It is useless compared to having a rigid, detailed business plan and financial backing.
D. It is a dangerous mindset that prevents people from seeing the realistic obstacles in their path.

Everything is Figureoutable — Full Chapter Overview

1Recommendation
2Marie Forleo’s life story reveals the inspiring yet realistic roots of her personal philosophy.
3Our beliefs can either limit us or empower us.
4The belief that “everything is figureoutable” is a powerful tool against self-limiting beliefs.
5Deep down, most self-limiting beliefs are really just excuses.
6The excuses of lacking time, money, or know-how don’t withstand scrutiny.
7Fear isn’t our enemy; we don’t have to let it stop us, and we can even use it to our advantage.
8To find clarity and overcome indecision, we need to act – and small steps can still move us forward.
9Stop waiting until you’re “ready” to pursue your dreams; now is the time to act.
10Final summary

Everything is Figureoutable Summary & Overview

Everything is Figureoutable (2019) provides an optimistic, but also pragmatic philosophy of self-empowerment. While fully recognizing the fact that life is full of difficulties, it encourages us to roll up our sleeves and pursue our dreams anyway. To that end, it teaches us how to counteract our self-limiting beliefs and other self-defeating tendencies, such as letting fear and indecisiveness get the best of us.

In these blinks, you’ll learn

how to free yourself from self-limiting beliefs;
how to stop holding yourself back with excuses; and
how to turn fear from an enemy into a friend.

Who Should Listen to Everything is Figureoutable?

Pessimists wanting to become optimists
Optimists wanting to become pragmatists
Pragmatists wanting to become higher achievers

About the Author: Marie Forleo

Marie Forleo is an entrepreneur who hosts The Marie Forleo Podcast and the web television show MarieTV. She also runs the online business-training program B-School. A former life coach and dance instructor, she was named one of today's top thought leaders in Oprah Winfrey's SuperSoul 100 list.

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