Uniquely Perfect, Uniquely Qualified with Diana Fritz

Welcome back to the Speak to Freedom podcast! Today, Anthony sits down with Diana Fritz, an individual with a powerful story of resilience and a heart dedicated to serving others. An executive leader, cancer thriver, and Maxwell Leadership Executive Program member, Diana shares the profound wisdom found in her book, Uniquely Perfect, Uniquely Qualified.

This conversation dives deep into the principles of moving past life's "scars," the power of perspective, and how our hardest experiences often make us the most suited to help others navigate their own.

[0:00] Introduction: Meeting Diana Fritz

Anthony introduces Diana and asks her why someone should listen to her. They discuss the rare pull to take personal experiences and turn them into a mission to serve others, fueled by Diana’s personal mission to treat every individual as a human being of value.

[3:13] The Value of Perspective

Anthony and Diana explore how the paradigms we operate in can be beneficial to ourselves and those around us. Diana reflects on the personal lessons pulled from battling hardships, including life as a single parent, and how those moments shaped her foresight.

[4:40] Moving Past the Scars

The duo discusses "invisible scars" and navigating toward a place of joy and peace. Anthony shares the idea that you are most suited to serve the person you once were, using past hardships to build empathy with others who are currently where you used to be.

[6:20] Borrowing Joy and Finding Agency

Anthony explains the concept of "borrowing joy" from others when in an unhappy place. They transition into the purpose of Diana’s book, which aims to help readers escape the "imperfection mentality" and journey from self to service.

[11:23] The Power of "Get To" vs. "Got To"

A deep dive into the impact of language on our mental state. Anthony and Diana discuss how reframing obligations as opportunities, changing "I have to" to "I get to", can transform a difficult task into an opportunity for exploration and growth.

[12:52] Lessons from Grandma and Being Christlike

Diana shares that the chapter about her grandmother was the most fun to write. Anthony reflects on the difficulty and beauty of having the "muscle" to be gracious and patient, noting that true patience is a virtue.

[18:38] Future Impact and Children’s Books

Looking ahead, Diana discusses her goals for spreading her message through speaking. She also mentions considering a children's book to help younger generations develop a resilient perspective early in life.

Key Quotes:

• “You are most suited to serve the person that you once were.”
• “There is something to the way you frame the language of how you pursue your day, because then you see it as a gift or a curse.”
• “It's very hard to beat the person that just won't quit.”

How to Connect with Diana Fritz

• Website: grituiuq.com 
• Instagram: dianafritz3754 
• LinkedIn: Diana Fritz
• Book: Uniquely Perfect, Uniquely Qualified

How to Connect with Anthony Trucks

• Website: Speak to Freedom
• Instagram: Anthony Trucks
• LinkedIn: Anthony Trucks

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