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💥 The NAPALM Moment Strategy

LIP #96
Jul 16, 2025

NAPALM stands for 'Not A Proud Moment' - those times when we act in ways we're not proud of.

The Race Against Time:
• When these moments happen, it's like a race where the gun goes off
• Be first to call it out in near real time
• Don't fall into the trap of thinking 'maybe it wasn't so bad'

Understanding Ego's Role:
Shame = ego being hit
Blame, anger, revenge = ego lashing out
• When ego becomes the primary driving force, it almost always leads to negative outcomes

The key: Acknowledge your NAPALM moments before others do

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