{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/659fe7f6b55e5d0016f92a59/687e117c498abee4164e4909?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"#058 How to overcome adversity and unlock ambition with David McIntosh Jr","description":"<p>This podcast is in paid partnership with BetterHelp. Going to therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. BetterHelp makes therapy simple, with 10% off your first month to help you get started: <a href=\"https://betterhelp.com/personalbestpodcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://betterhelp.com/personalbestpodcast</a></p><p><br></p><p>Welcome Back to The Personal Best Podcast</p><p><br></p><p>My guest today is David McIntosh Jr, host of the podcast Origin Story, featuring guests like Jimmy Carr, Rory Sutherland and Example.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode we discuss: David's personal story growing up in poverty in Scotland and what truly shapes who we become - nature or nurture. We dive into how to find ambition, turning adversity into strength, outgrowing limiting environments and how we should redefine success. Plus we uncover common patterns among high-achievers and why embracing your past is the key to a more fulfilling future.</p><p><br></p><p>Links:</p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/personalbest_podcast/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@personalbest_podcast</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/davidmcintoshjr/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@Davidmcintoshjr</a></p>","author_name":"Ruby Lola"}