Molly Bloom, the exceptional woman behind Molly\u2019s Game, ran the world\u2019s most successful illegal poker game. And then it all came crashing down. It\u2019s a fascinating story, but what is more amazing is her recovery from devastating failure. \nOn this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, Molly Bloom explains the importance of courage, character and integrity, how to recover from even the most brutal setbacks, and how to enjoy your life on the road to success.\n[Original air date: September 17, 2019]. \n\nSHOW NOTES: \nMolly talks about being the underdog [3:40] \nWhat is \u201cconstructive suffering?\u201d [4:41] \nMolly advocates perseverance as the primary value [6:48] \nMolly explains how her father taught her to face fear [8:48] \nMolly talks about how she might raise her kids [10:25] \nMolly explains why she decided to hold on to her integrity at all costs [11:56] \nMolly says that her come back from rock bottom is her most impressive accomplishment [15:04] \nMolly describes the process to getting her story told through a movie [16:34] \nMolly defines survival mode and explains how she used survival mode to succeed [19:54] \nMolly explains the \u201crage to master\u201d [26:05] \nMolly talks about flexibility and self-awareness, and how it\u2019s necessary to adapt [28:15] \nMolly talks about her relationship with her father [31:02] \nMolly describes the advantages of femininity [33:58] \nNo shortcuts [37:08] \nMolly advocates being ok with uncomfortable feelings and emotions [39:01] \nMolly claims that meditation will make you dangerous [40:26] \nMolly describes mental training and character development [42:26] \nMolly discusses the limitations of self-help and how she wants to overcome those limits [45:13] \nMolly shares the impact she wants to have on the world [48:47] \n\nFOLLOW MOLLY: \nINSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/2lM3kna TWITTER: https://bit.ly/2ktTfej\n\nFOLLOW TOM:\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/\nTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en\nTwitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu\n\nSPONSORS:\nIf you purchase an item using these affiliate links, Impact Theory may receive a commission.\xa0\nSign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact now to grow your business \u2013 no matter what stage you\u2019re in.\nGet 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at https://drinkag1.com/impact.\nButcherBox is offering our listeners 3 lbs of chicken thighs, 2 lbs of ground beef, or 1 lb of premium steak tips \u2014 for free in every order for a whole year, plus, get $20 off your first order at https://butcherbox.com/impact and use code IMPACT to choose your free offer and get $20 off.\nHead to https://squarespace.com/impact for a free 14 day trial and 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.\nSecure your digital life with proactive protection for your assets, identity, family, and tech \u2013 Go to https://aura.com/IMPACT to start your free two-week trial.\nTake control of your gut health by going to https://tryviome.com/impact and use code IMPACT to get 20% off your first 3 months and free shipping.\n\n***Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact?***\nIf you\u2019re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you.\xa0\n*New episodes delivered ad-free, EXCLUSIVE access to hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, Tom AMAs, and so much more!*\nThis is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day.\n\n*****Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJaz*****\nSubscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices