Arnold Schwarzenegger, the iconic action hero and author of the bestselling book “Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life,” has taken the world by storm with his recent appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. The book, which hit the shelves in October 2023, quickly soared to the top of the New York Times bestseller list. To further promote his book, Schwarzenegger graced the stage of The Late Show, where Colbert, known for his wit and charm, invited him to partake in the intriguing “Colbert Questionert.”
This segment, designed to delve into the depths of a person’s soul, presented 15 carefully crafted questions. Arnold Schwarzenegger, always up for a challenge, embraced the opportunity to be fully known by the world. Amid the thought-provoking questions, a certain query shone brighter than the rest: “Describe the rest of your life in five words.” A challenge for many, but not for Schwarzenegger. With unwavering confidence and humility, he responded with a quick and captivating answer–“Fun, Exciting, Adventurous, Energetic, and Hungry.”
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These five words, carefully chosen by the bodybuilding legend, offer a glimpse into his mindset as he envisions the chapters yet to unfold in his life. “Fun” signifies his commitment to joy and enjoyment in every endeavor. “Exciting” hints at the anticipation of thrilling experiences waiting on the horizon. “Adventurous” showcases his fearless approach to embracing the unknown. “Energetic” reflects his enduring vitality and passion for life. Additionally, “Hungry” encapsulates his insatiable drive to explore, achieve, and conquer new challenges.
He consistently advocated maintaining a hunger for achieving more in life, just as he did. He always lived by this principle and remained positive about it, a mindset often challenging for laymen to uphold in their daily lives. In his newsletter, he shared a valuable tip on what kept him motivated.
The question Arnold Schwarzenegger asked himself to be positive
According to his earlier newsletter, Arnie addressed a common question about how he stays positive despite the world’s challenges. The answer, he revealed, is quite straightforward. When negative news makes him upset, he asks himself, “Can I do something about this?” If the answer is yes, he takes action, like donating millions to hospitals, polling stations, and housing for veterans. Yet, when he can’t control a situation, he follows a simple solution–he stops complaining.
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The 76-year-old stressed the importance of letting go, stating that worrying about everything drains energy unnecessarily. Instead, he encouraged being curious, seeking moments to be useful, and saving time and energy for things within one’s control. His message resonates with strength, resilience, and a focus on what truly matters in making a positive impact.
Do you think his mantra to be positive and motivated is what you also follow?
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