#187: Former FBI Special Agent Shares How To Leverage Counterintuitive Psychology To Transform Your Weaknesses Into Strengths… w/ Efren Delgado

Beyond Curious ™ (formerly 7-Figure Millennials)

English - May 14, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 85 MB - ★★★★★ - 84 ratings
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Spies… Counterterrorism… Predators…. Tyrants…. Counterintelligence…

That’s right:

Today you and I get to hang out with former FBI Special Agent, Efren Delgado.

Who is Efren?

In addition to his 25 years of national security, law enforcement, and private protection experience, he’s also the author of a new book called The Opposite Is True.

In the book (and in our interview) we unpack how to translate your trials and "failures" into your unique calling and help you transform your weaknesses into your greatest strengths.

If you’re someone who’s curious about how to leverage FBI wisdom to unlock more growth and transformation in your life, this episode is for you!

To learn more about Efren, visit https://gobeyondcurious.com/podcast/efren-delgado/

Key Takeaways:

[0:02] – Introducing Efren
[2:56] – Efren shares a personal story of being bullied in second grade
[8:02] – Why those who cannot admit fault are scared
[11:23] – What Efren learned from a hate crime investigation
[19:09] – How did Efren handle the intimidation of witnesses in the courthouse?
[24:37] - Efren's "oil and water" analogy for managing emotions in tense situations
[31:27] – The importance of sophisticated empathy in understanding others
[40:22] – Efren shares the importance of humility in life
[41:55] – How to leverage curiosity to connect deeper with others
[50:49] – How Efren's connection with legendary psychologist Philip Zimbardo enhanced his book

Resources:
Books:
The Opposite is True: Discover Your Unexpected Enemies, Allies, and Purpose Through the Eyes of Counterintuitive Psychology by Efren Delgado - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CC3YW3LK?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_71ZCT21JPX0THZK4M4ZB

Efren Delgado’s Socials:
Website: https://efrendelgado.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/efrendelgado
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090031028040&mibextid=2JQ9oc
YouTube: -

Transform your Human Insecurities into Superhuman Strengths here!
https://efrendelgado.com/#main-footer