Trust the Damn Process: The Myth of Orpheus and Eurydice - EP 127

11 Min Listen

Welcome to the Spinoso Podcast! Today, we’re diving into ancient myths for entrepreneurs and overachievers, with a focus on the Greek tale of Orpheus and Eurydice. This myth is packed with lessons about trust, focus, and sticking to the process. Orpheus, a legendary musician, ventured into the underworld to save his love, Eurydice. Despite his talent and determination, doubt crept in at the last moment, causing him to look back and lose her forever. It’s a powerful story about how losing focus at a critical moment can cost everything—a theme that resonates deeply in business and life.

As entrepreneurs, we all face moments when doubt and impatience threaten to derail us. Orpheus’ journey mirrors those times when we’ve done the work, followed the plan, but haven’t yet seen the results we hoped for. The key takeaway? Trust the process. When you’re building something big—whether it’s a business, a brand, or a personal goal—there’s a stage where you simply have to keep going, even when it feels like progress is invisible. Trusting your plan and staying focused on the finish line can make all the difference between success and failure.

This myth also reminds us that success is about moving forward, not looking back. Dwelling on past mistakes or second-guessing every decision can distract you from the path ahead. Orpheus lost everything because he let his fears overpower his faith in the process. For us, the lesson is clear: stay the course, believe in your work, and don’t let doubt pull you off track. Keep moving forward until you’re fully in the light of your goals. Thanks for tuning in—let’s build something extraordinary together!

Welcome to The Spinoso Podcast hosted by CEO, doctor, comic book geek, and car guy, Alex Spinoso. I help people and companies grow - especially in the medical business. While my experience and expertise is in scaling all types of medical businesses to 7, 8, 9-figures or more, I can be a mentor to anyone who wants to take ownership of their lives, become a better leader at home and at work, and overcome any obstacle that stands in their way.

(0:00) - Intro

(1:27) - Overview of the Greek Myth of Orpheus and Eurydice

(2:59) - The Journey Through the Underworld

(4:38) - Lesson One: Don't Lose Focus on the Finish Line

(6:00) - Lesson Two: Trust the Process and Your Plan

(8:06) - Lesson Three: Success Means Moving Forward, Not Looking Back

(9:42) - Final Takeaway: Keep Moving Forward

(10:47) - Final Thoughts