Harder Than Life

It's time for a Hard Reset with Kelly Siegel, where we're discussing the hardest person to forgive: yourself! Using a mirror for self-reflection can be a powerful tool, especially when seeking forgiveness. Embrace personal growth and nurture self-love by shifting your mindset with daily motivation, and remember to practice self-forgiveness. Kelly Siegel breaks down how guilt keeps us stuck, what it really means to forgive yourself, and why you have to stop carrying weight that no longer belongs to you. Key Takeaways

Let's drop the excuses and cut the BS; that voice holding you back is based in what is fear, not wisdom. It's time for unlearning those old patterns and making better decision making, because a fear-driven life isn't enjoyable. Embrace personal growth and ditch the anxiety by challenging those limiting beliefs with motivational speech. You don't have a money problem. You don't have a relationship problem. You have a thinking problem. In this raw and unfiltered episode, Kelly Siegel breaks down how to escape the mental prison that's holding you back. From childhood trauma to negative thought loops, Kelly explains how “stinking thinking” becomes our default programming and how to smash it with truth, discipline, and gratitude. If you've been stuck in self-sabotage, fear, or excuses, this episode gives you the practical tools to retrain your brain, reclaim your power, and rewire your mindset for unstoppable results. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

What does it mean to be a legendary father? Discover the profound impact of fatherhood and parenting. The absence of a father can significantly affect a child's mental health, as highlighted by statistics on fatherlessness in America. Remember, dads are important for teaching life lessons and instilling strong family values. In this emotional and raw conversation, Kelly Siegel sits down with Larry Hagner, founder of The Dad Edge, to explore how men can heal from childhood trauma, forgive their past, and lead their families with strength, love, and vulnerability. Larry shares how breaking the cycle of abuse transformed how every man can learn to connect deeper, parent better, and finally forgive. This one hits home for every dad, son, or man trying to become one. Main Points: 00:00 Intro 03:04 Larry's Journey to Legendary Fatherhood 08:01 Breaking the Cycle of Abuse 17:31 Reconnecting with His Dad 21:21 The Birth of The Good Dad Project 28:49 The Importance of Forgiveness 36:00 Why Men Hide Their Struggles 38:31 The Importance of Family Support 42:47 Emotional Validation & Psychological Safety 56:25 The Pursuit of Legendary Fatherhood 59:16 What Makes Best Fathers 01:02:38 Dad Myth 01:03:53 Secret Weapon Of Dads 01:05:01 Rapid Fire Questions 01:07:24 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

Happy Monday, Harder Life Nation! Let's talk about setting up your day for success. Is it the perfect morning habits or your night routine that truly matters? Rethink your approach and consider how your mindset impacts your productivity and self-improvement journey. You've seen the Instagram-perfect morning routines: cold plunges, green smoothies, affirmations, sunrise meditations. But here's the truth… your morning routine is only as strong as the night before. In this episode, Kelly dismantles the myth of the “perfect” morning and shifts the focus to the evening routine that actually sets you up to win. If you're tired of failing your mornings before the day even starts, this reset is for you.Key Takeaways:* Why your 5 AM morning routine keeps falling apart* The real reason your mornings feel chaotic* Kelly's simple evening routine that guarantees momentum* How to make mornings effortless, not forced* Why preparation is greater than motivation every timeMain Points:00:00 The Myth of The Perfect Morning Routine00:46 The Importance of an Evening Routine01:29 Steps for a Successful Evening Routine02:01 Making Mornings Effortless02:51 Upcoming Episodes and Final Thoughts

When was the last time you truly played or laughed so hard your stomach hurt, felt completely free, and forgot about stress, bills, and responsibilities? In this powerful and uplifting solo episode, Kelly Siegel reminds us that healing doesn't just happen in therapy, it happens in play, laughter, and freedom. From childhood trauma to adulthood burnout, Kelly shares his own struggle with “growing up too fast” and the lessons that taught him why play is medicine, laughter is therapy, and joy is power. If life's gotten too serious, this episode will help you reawaken your inner kid and rediscover the fun, light, and creativity you've buried under the chaos of adulthood. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

She had it all. Degrees from Harvard and Stanford, meetings with President Obama, a check from Beyoncé, and a company that saved over one million babies. But behind the accolades, Jane Chen was crumbling. In this powerful and soul-stirring episode, Kelly Siegel sits down with Jane, cofounder of Embrace Global and author of Like a Wave We Break to uncover the truth about success, trauma, healing, and the brutal but beautiful work of learning to love yourself. From surviving childhood abuse to finding peace through therapy, psychedelics, and silence, Jane opens up about her real-life journey from breakdown to breakthrough. This isn't a story about breaking, it's about breaking open. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Welcome to The Hard Reset, your Monday mindset upgrade with Kelly Siegel. This week's message is simple but powerful: stop chasing likes and start earning respect. Whether it's in business, parenting, or personal relationships, the constant need to be liked is destroying your leadership, your confidence, and your growth. Kelly breaks down why people-pleasing is a weakness in disguise and how standing firm in your values is the real path to power. If you've ever struggled with saying “no” or feared rocking the boat, this episode is your wake-up call. Key Takeaways:

The single most important decision you'll ever make isn't about your career, money, or house, it's about who you choose as your partner. In this solo coaching episode, Kelly Siegel gets real about toxic relationships, healthy partnerships, and why the right person can multiply your peace, purpose, and profits. With raw honesty, Kelly shares his own painful experiences with chaos at home and how finding alignment in love completely transformed his life and business. If you're tired of settling for dysfunction, this episode will give you the steps, red flags, and daily habits to build a partnership that fuels your mission instead of draining it. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

He's built a $5B real estate empire, raised $1.6B from investors, and turned the 10X mindset into a global movement. But behind the jets, books, and stages, Grant Cardone is as real as it gets. He shares the wins, the mistakes, the addictions, and the lessons that built his legacy. In this powerhouse conversation with Kelly Siegel, Grant dives deep into Bitcoin, real estate, money, marriage, fatherhood, AI, and the discipline it takes to create a life worth living. From hitting rock bottom with drugs to creating world-changing wealth vehicles, Grant lays it all out with honesty and fire. This is more than business. It's a masterclass in mindset, money, and massive action. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Your circle is either building your future or breaking it. In today's episode of The Hard Reset, Kelly Siegel challenges you to take a hard look at your inner circle. Who's lifting you up… and who's dragging you down? Let's be real… energy vampires, chronic complainers, and drama addicts are destroying your momentum. If you don't start setting boundaries, you'll never rise to the level you're meant to reach. Kelly shares personal insight (including a conversation with his daughter this morning!) and gives you the exact mindset shift you need to protect your energy and reclaim your power. Key Takeaways:

Your future isn't determined by your IQ, your bank account, or even your talent. It's determined by your squad. In this solo episode, Kelly Siegel breaks down how to build your Power Squad and why cutting out negativity (even from family) is non-negotiable. If you've ever felt held back by toxic relationships, energy vampires, or friends who normalize mediocrity, this episode gives you the blueprint for upgrading your circle, protecting your energy, and surrounding yourself with people who demand your greatness. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

He's one of the fastest men in history. Justin Gatlin is an Olympic gold medalist, 5-time Olympic medalist, World Champion, and the only sprinter to defeat Usain Bolt on the world stage. But his story is about far more than speed. It's about resilience, reinvention, and mental toughness. In this inspiring conversation with Kelly Siegel, Justin opens up about his Olympic journey, battling boos from a stadium of 100,000 fans, overcoming scandals, redefining his identity after retirement, and why mental health is the next frontier in sports. Justin also shares powerful insights on visualization, meditation, mentorship, and fatherhood. Lessons that go far beyond the track and apply to business, life, and leadership. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Welcome back to The Hard Reset, your Monday morning mindset shift with Kelly Siegel. This week, we tackle a universal struggle: rejection. Whether in business, relationships, or life, you will hear “no.” The difference between success and failure? How you respond. Kelly shares personal stories from the sales floor to heartbreaks, and delivers a no-nonsense reset to help you turn rejection into redirection. If you've ever been ghosted, overlooked, or flat-out rejected, this one's for you. Key Takeaways:

We all get stuck. Fear, comfort, distractions, numbing habits, they keep us spinning on life's hamster wheel. In this solo episode, Kelly Siegel gets real about what's holding you back and gives you the exact steps to break free. From numbing emotions with alcohol to rebuilding discipline through a 90-Day Reset Plan, Kelly shares battle-tested strategies for facing the truth, cutting the noise, and creating a daily system that actually works. If you're tired of excuses and ready for change, this episode is your wake-up call. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

From being labeled the “slow kid” to becoming a world pro strongman champion, IFBB pro bodybuilder, and pro wrestler in Japan and North Korea, Jon Andersen has lived a life built on grit, discipline, and doing what others won't. In this powerhouse conversation, Jon and Kelly Siegel go deep into mental toughness, daily discipline, reprogramming limiting beliefs, and why doing hard things every day is the only way to build the life you want. Jon also breaks down his Deep Water Method, the nutrition rules that keep his clients ripped without starving, and how to rewire your mindset through simple but powerful daily exercises. If you're looking for real strategies to get mentally tough, physically unstoppable, and spiritually grounded, this episode is your blueprint. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Welcome to The Hard Reset, your Monday morning wake-up call with Kelly Siegel. In this quick-hit solo episode, Kelly drops a simple but powerful truth: the first hour of your day defines the rest of it. Whether you're stuck in the snooze cycle or just feeling behind in life, this reset will help you take back control starting tomorrow morning. Kelly shares his personal 3-step morning routine that primes him for success in business, relationships, and mental clarity. No fluff. No 12-step checklists. Just real, actionable habits to OWN your day. Key Takeaways:

Every single one of us carries scars. Some visible, most invisible. While the world calls them weaknesses, they are proof you survived. In this powerful solo episode, Kelly Siegel shares his personal story of childhood trauma, addiction, and chaos and how he transformed pain into purpose. Alongside lessons from icons like Oprah, Eminem, The Rock, and Nelson Mandela, Kelly reveals the daily practices and mindset shifts that turn wounds into wisdom and trauma into triumph. This isn't about ignoring pain. It's about using it as fuel to live harder, stronger, and freer than ever before. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

He's the only leader to serve as CEO of two Fortune 500 giants—Siemens in Germany and Alcoa in the U.S. He's advised U.S. presidents, mentored leaders worldwide, and now invests in cutting-edge biotech and technology. But what drives Klaus Kleinfeld isn't just business success, it's leading to thrive. In this masterclass conversation, Klaus shares the lessons from nearly 40 years at the top: why emotional intelligence often trumps IQ, how to manage energy (not just time), the four energy quadrants every leader must master, and the importance of purpose in business and life. His insights on leadership, resilience, and balance will leave you rethinking how you lead and how you live. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

In a world full of fake filters, highlight reels, and leaders hiding behind spin, people are starving for realness. In this solo episode, Kelly Siegel gets raw about why transparency and authenticity aren't weaknesses. They're your superpowers. From leading through lawsuits, addiction, and business crises, Kelly reveals the battle-tested blueprint for building trust, inspiring loyalty, and leading powerfully from the trenches. If you've ever felt pressure to “fake it till you make it,” this episode will show you a better way: lead with truth, scars and all. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

She's sold over $2.5 billion in products, starred on 197 infomercials, trained over 77,000 students, and built a multimillion-dollar company with her daughter. But behind the success, Forbes Riley's story is one of grit, resilience, and reinvention. From being bullied as a lonely kid with braces to winning beauty pageants, surviving near-death experiences, witnessing the Las Vegas shooting, and flipping a bus crash into a bodybuilding victory at age 64, Forbes has lived it all. In this episode, the Queen of the Pitch shares her secrets on turning rejection into redirection, pitching yourself in under 60 seconds, raising empowered kids, building an unstoppable brand, and living with passion at any age. This conversation will inspire you to reframe adversity, master your message, and step fully into the life you were meant to create. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Life will hit you and it's not a matter of if, but when. Business failures, personal loss, heartbreak, or unexpected chaos… all of us will face storms. The difference between breaking and breaking through is whether you have a plan. In this raw and practical solo episode, Kelly Siegel shares the Harder Than Life Plan, a proven 3-step blueprint to rise stronger every time adversity comes your way. These principles helped Kelly overcome addiction, business collapse, custody battles, and near rock-bottom moments. They'll help you too. This isn't motivation. It's real-life resilience. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

From being told he wouldn't graduate high school to starring in Tulsa King, producing 21 films, and directing 10, James Quattrochi is living proof that relentless discipline, faith, and self-belief can turn any obstacle into an opportunity. In this powerful conversation, James shares his incredible journey, which includes overcoming severe dyslexia, breaking into acting with Goodfellas, discovering spirituality through loneliness, and carving out a career as an actor, producer, and director. Along the way, he opens up about personal struggles, near-death experiences, betrayal in Hollywood, and the love that has fueled his staying power for 33 years in the industry. Whether you're chasing dreams in Hollywood or simply trying to rise above life's setbacks, this episode is packed with hard-earned wisdom, wild stories, and spiritual insight you won't forget. What You'll Learn:

What do you do when your big plan crashes and burns? In this raw and fired-up solo episode, Kelly Siegel shares his most personal stories of failure and the exact blueprint he uses to turn setbacks into massive comebacks. From losing a $2M client to battling alcohol addiction, Kelly shows why failure isn't the end. It's feedback. You'll discover the 4-step process to pause, pivot, and power your way into a stronger, more aligned Plan B. Whether you're facing a business collapse, a personal breakdown, or a dream gone sideways, this episode will help you find the lesson, own the pivot, and rise stronger than ever. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Ever feel like you're running full throttle but still not in sync with yourself? In this deeply calming and inspiring conversation, Kelly Siegel sits down with Rubina CDA, a mindfulness leader, trauma-informed educator, and CEO of Inner Design. Rubina fuses breathwork, human design, and artistic expression to help high performers, artists, and students reset stress, reconnect with their inner rhythm, and unlock their full creative potential. From practical breath techniques to redefining creativity, Rubina shows how slowing down, practicing mindfulness, and aligning with your natural rhythm can actually enhance peak performance. Whether you're a CEO, artist, or just someone looking for peace in the chaos, this episode will leave you with tools and a whole lot of calm energy you can use right away. Key Takeaways:

Are you giving everything to your business, team, or family and feeling like you've got nothing left for yourself? In this raw and powerful solo episode, Kelly Siegel shares the exact blueprint for leading with impact while staying true to who you are. From his own burnout as a CEO to his wake-up call in 2020, Kelly takes you through the habits, mindset shifts, and leadership practices that transformed his life and will transform yours. This isn't about surviving leadership…it's about thriving in it. You'll learn the 3 non-negotiable practices that keep your energy high, your purpose clear, and your leadership on fire without sacrificing your health, relationships, or happiness. What You'll Learn in This Episode:

What if your freedom doesn't come from Washington but from your own community? In this unfiltered and thought-provoking episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel sits down with Spike Cohen, an entrepreneur, founder and president of You Are The Power, and former Vice Presidential candidate, to talk about liberty, government overreach, local solutions, and what it really means to live free. Spike doesn't just talk theory. He's working on the ground across America to reduce government dependency, reform policing, and empower people to solve real problems without waiting for politicians to do it for them. “We don't need permission to make the world a better place.” In This Episode, You'll Learn:

What if your backup plan was actually your breakthrough plan? In this empowering solo episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel dismantles the myth that “Plan B” means failure. Instead, he makes the case that pivoting when done with intention and purpose can lead to your greatest breakthroughs in business, relationships, and personal growth. Kelly shares vulnerable stories from his own life, including his path to becoming alcohol-free, stepping out of sales, and building the Harder Than Life brand. This is your wake-up call to stop clinging to plans that no longer serve you and embrace the path that's actually meant for you. “Your detours are your destiny.” In This Episode, You'll Learn:

What if comedy isn't just about laughs but a path to healing, sobriety, and radical self-awareness? In this raw and hilarious episode, Kelly Siegel sits down with award-winning actor, comedian, and voiceover artist Jeff Leach for a no-holds-barred conversation about addiction, psilocybin, personal trauma, and the power of transformation through laughter. Jeff opens up about the moment that changed everything when a night of self-destruction turned into a new beginning. From near-death experiences and grief to performing sober at the Comedy Cellar, he shares what it really takes to grow from rock bottom to full presence. “I didn't want to die. I just hadn't really lived yet.” In This Episode, You'll Learn:

What if the life you're living isn't broken… is it just unintentional? In this soul-stirring solo episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel flips the script on success and breaks down the truth behind burnout, unhappiness, and what it really takes to feel fulfilled. Through raw personal stories from staring in the mirror during lockdown to building the Harder Than Life brand, Kelly reveals how intentional living became the secret weapon that transformed his life from disconnected hustler to a man at peace, on purpose, and happier than life. This isn't about hustle culture. It's about alignment. It's about daily choices. And it's about you becoming the person you were born to be on purpose, with power, and with heart. ⚡ “Stop drifting. Start designing your life with intention.” In This Episode, You'll Learn:

At just 20 years old, Paralympian and world medalist Ezra Frech is shattering barriers in adaptive sports and inspiring millions. In this powerful conversation, Ezra opens up about his childhood surgeries, his mindset on pressure and goal-setting, the launch of his NBC/Peacock docuseries Adaptive, and how he's changing the narrative around disability. Ezra is the founder of Angel City Sports, a nonprofit giving kids and adults with physical disabilities access to life-changing adaptive sports programs. From heartbreaking setbacks in Tokyo to his ultimate vision for LA 2028, Ezra's story is one of resilience, purpose, and leadership. Watch this if you need a reminder that you can turn obstacles into opportunities. In This Episode, You'll Learn:

What if the smallest decision you make today could change your life forever? In this powerful solo episode, Kelly Siegel breaks down one of the most overlooked truths of transformation: success doesn't come from massive leaps. It comes from small, consistent changes repeated daily. From morning routines to eliminating toxic habits, Kelly shares personal stories, real-life strategies, and the mindset shifts that took him from rock bottom to running a multi-million dollar company. Whether you're trying to break out of a rut or take your growth to the next level, this episode gives you the exact blueprint to create unstoppable momentum in your life. “Consistency compounds. It's not sexy but it's how you win.” In This Episode, You'll Learn:

What if the life you thought you lost was the key to finding your true self? In this soul-stirring episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel is joined in-studio by Brittany Bacinski, bestselling author, filmmaker, and unapologetic rule breaker for an unfiltered journey through divorce, grief, rebirth, and radical authenticity. From surviving emotional chaos to building creative empires, Brittany opens up about motherhood, heartbreak, spirituality, and why meeting your true life partner starts with meeting yourself. Whether you're stuck in a toxic relationship or rediscovering who you are, this conversation is your permission slip to live wildly, love deeply, and never settle again. “The end of your marriage might be the beginning of your masterpiece.” In This Episode, You'll Learn:

Master your BODY, master your LIFE. In this unapologetically real episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel lays down the ultimate blueprint for physical mastery—and shows how your body is the gateway to mastering your mind, your relationships, your business, and your life. If you're tired of feeling sluggish, unfocused, or stuck, this episode is your wake-up call. From daily movement to nutritional discipline, Kelly walks you through the exact habits that built his powerhouse mindset and physique without shortcuts, gimmicks, or excuses. You'll learn: ✅ Why your body is your #1 power source ✅ How discipline in the gym builds discipline everywhere ✅ The truth about “all-or-nothing” thinking and how to beat it ✅ Kelly's 60-day Physical Mastery Challenge ✅ The connection between fitness, mental toughness, and emotional resilience

What if your purpose was whispered to you by God and you actually listened? In this inspiring episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel sits down with Isaac C. Singleton Jr.—the unmistakable voice behind Marvel's Thanos, Sagat in Street Fighter, and Soundwave in Transformers. From Pirates of the Caribbean to The Mandalorian, Isaac has built a career playing villains, but off-screen, he's one of the kindest and most grounded men in the business. This is more than a Hollywood story. It's a divine journey. Isaac reveals how faith led him from economics to acting, the ups and downs of breaking into the industry with no connections, and why he never let rejection define him. “God told me I'd be an actor and every door opened after that.” In This Episode, You'll Learn:

What if your legacy isn't something you leave behind—but something you build every single day? In this powerful solo episode, Kelly Siegel opens up like never before. From his childhood in the streets of South Warren to surviving trauma, addiction, and self-doubt, Kelly shares the raw truth about what it really takes to rewrite your story and become the hero of your own life. This isn't just motivation—it's a call to ACTION. Topics Covered: * Breaking generational cycles of abuse and pain * Choosing radical accountability and discipline over comfort * Emotional fitness, physical health, and leading with HEART * Why your daily habits are your REAL legacy * How to turn trauma into transformation * 70% of executives suffer from burnout—here's how to fight back This episode is for the person who's sick of playing small. The one ready to stop running, face the storm, and choose power, love, and integrity.

What if your heartbreak wasn't a failure but a wake-up call to finally heal? In this incredibly raw episode of Harder Than Life, Stephan Speaks, relationship coach, bestselling author, and emotional intelligence expert joins Kelly to break down modern dating struggles, self-sabotage, intimacy, and the exact process for finally healing your heart. This isn't your typical dating talk. It's a spiritual reset disguised as a relationship podcast. “We don't attract what we want. We entertain what we are and who we tolerate.” In This Episode, You'll Learn:

In a world obsessed with overnight success, what if the true secret to transformation lies in the quiet, consistent adjustments you make every single day? Join Kelly Siegel on The Heart and Life Podcast as he dives deep into the profound truth that small changes lead to massive, life-altering results. From building a successful business (NTM) over years of discipline to mastering physical and emotional health through daily habits , Kelly shares his journey and actionable strategies to help you stop feeling stuck and start living "harder than life".

What if your biggest failures were actually divine setups for the life you really want? Former pro soccer player turned powerhouse mortgage executive and coach, Brian Covey, joins Harder Than Life to break down what it takes to thrive in business, faith, fatherhood, and fitness especially when the world counts you out. From being fired at his peak, to rebuilding as a values-driven leader, Brian's story is a blueprint for turning pressure into purpose. “You don't grow in the spotlight. You grow in the silence and the setbacks.” In This Episode, We Cover:

Ready for a true transformation that builds you up, inside and out? In this raw and unfiltered episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel shares his incredible 5-day ProLon fasting journey. This isn't about quick fixes; it's about embracing discipline, understanding your body's natural power, and pushing through discomfort to achieve lasting results and profound calmness. Whether you're curious about fasting, seeking mental clarity, or just looking for inspiration to tackle your next big challenge, this episode will show you what's possible when you commit to yourself.

What if your “casual” drinking habit is the invisible ceiling holding back your business, your energy, your relationships and your legacy? James Swanwick, bestselling author of Clear and founder of Project 90, joins Harder Than Life for a raw, science-backed, and empowering conversation about how rethinking your relationship with alcohol can unlock the life you were meant to live. No shame, no preaching, just powerful truth from two high performers who walked away from the bottle and never looked back. “It's not about sobriety. It's about clarity, performance and choosing freedom.” In This Episode, We Cover:

You can't inject your way to self-respect. In this controversial and unfiltered episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel takes on the growing obsession with shortcuts, specifically GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. This isn't a conversation about shame. It's about discipline, ownership, and choosing the harder path that actually builds strength. Whether you're numbing with meds, booze, Netflix, or excuses, this episode will challenge you to get brutally honest about what you're avoiding... and what it's costing you.

What if the hardest-working person isn't actually the most successful one? In this unfiltered and mindset-shifting episode, we welcome Craig Ballantyne, bestselling author of The Perfect Day Formula, Unstoppable, and The Dark Side of Discipline. Often called “the most disciplined man alive,” Craig tears apart hustle myths, cold plunge fads, and the idea that discipline means doing more. Spoiler: it's about doing less, but better. Effortless discipline is possible but only if you build the right systems. In this episode, we cover:

This is the most vulnerable I've ever been. And it might be exactly what you need to hear. In this raw, unfiltered episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel opens up about the childhood trauma, betrayal, and heartbreak that shaped his life and the exact steps he took to break the cycle, reclaim his power, and become the man he is today. If you've ever felt lost, unlovable, or stuck in your past… this episode is your permission slip to rise. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ Kelly's untold story of abuse, abandonment, and survival ✅ How trauma builds walls that keep love and peace out ✅ 7 powerful steps to turn pain into personal power ✅ The forgiveness breakthrough that changed everything ✅ Why your story doesn't define you. Your choices do

What if the secret to unlocking your highest potential wasn't found in doing more, but in doing less with greater intention? In this episode of Harder Than Life, we sit down with Kyle Newell, aka The Panda Man, a fasting pioneer, high-performance coach, and bestselling author of The Panda Diet. From 72-hour fasts to the controversial “Indigo Panda Challenge,” Kyle shares how he uses discomfort, solitude, and discipline to build unstoppable strength in body, mind, and spirit. ⚡️ “You don't get free by eating more. You get free by mastering your cravings and your comfort zone.” What You'll Learn In This Episode:

Your mindset is either your greatest WEAPON or your biggest LIABILITY. In this no-BS episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel breaks down how to optimize your mindset so you can perform at a level most people never even touch. From mental traps to daily rituals, this episode is packed with the real tools to stop spiraling, start thinking clearly, and operate like a high-performer every single day. Here's what you'll learn: ✅ The truth about fixed vs. growth mindsets (and which one you actually have) ✅ 5 daily disciplines to bulletproof your brain ✅ How to stop spiraling with negativity and excuses ✅ The toxic traps killing your performance (and how to avoid them) ✅ The 30-day challenge to lock in a powerful mindset shift

What if the hardest things you've ever been through could become the exact tools that help you heal others? Ashley Maland, host of This Is Where We Heal, survivor of abuse, and truth-telling healer with over 500k+ followers, joins Harder Than Life to tell her unfiltered story of trauma, survival, healing, and rising into power. From teenage abuse to sexual assault, emotional breakdowns to viral breakthroughs, Ashley's journey is a mirror for anyone still struggling to believe they're worthy of more. You don't need another relationship. You need to heal the one with yourself first. In this episode, we cover:

Pain isn't your prison, it's your POWER. In this raw and revealing episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel unpacks how adversity isn't something to run from, it's where your real strength is born. Whether you're battling through personal pain, professional setbacks, or just life's nonstop punches, this episode gives you the tools to transform suffering into success. If you're tired of pretending you're fine, if you're ready to stop numbing and start owning, this is your blueprint.

What if innovation isn't about invention but about impact? In this powerhouse episode, former Microsoft innovation director JoAnn Garbin joins Harder Than Life to share behind-the-scenes stories of billion-dollar breakthroughs, including the game-changing regenerative data center. Now the founder of Regenerist Labs, JoAnn's mission is clear: build the future and the people who will lead it. From rethinking how we design teams, fail forward, and implement AI, this conversation is for every leader, entrepreneur, and creator tired of buzzwords and ready for real, heart-centered innovation. “Innovation is not a gift—it's a discipline.” In This Episode, You'll Learn:

Overwhelmed by nonstop change? You're not broken. The game just keeps changing. In this high-energy episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel delivers a masterclass for anyone trying to keep up in today's fast-moving world especially in tech, cybersecurity, or high-pressure leadership roles. From AI breakthroughs to zero-day cyber threats, the pace is brutal. But with the right mindset, systems, and strategy, you can stop surviving and start dominating. What's inside this episode: ✅ Why you constantly feel behind and why it's not your fault ✅ Kelly's behind-the-scenes look at surviving cybersecurity chaos ✅ The 5 tools you need to adapt without burning out ✅ How to lead a team that thrives in rapid change ✅ Why adaptability is your new superpower

What if your chaos isn't a curse but a calling to HEAL? In this deeply moving episode, Dana Grant, master life & business coach, author of The Truth Within the Lie, and founder of Cauliflower Foods shares her raw, life-altering journey from trauma, betrayal, and illness to empowerment, purpose, and truth. From surviving deep abandonment wounds and ending a 30-year marriage to rebuilding her health and helping thousands reclaim their lives, Dana's message is clear: transformation is possible, no matter where you start. It's not about being fixed. It's about finally being free. In This Episode, We Cover:

Overwhelmed by nonstop change? You're not broken. The game just keeps changing. In this high-energy episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel delivers a masterclass for anyone trying to keep up in today's fast-moving world especially in tech, cybersecurity, or high-pressure leadership roles. From AI breakthroughs to zero-day cyber threats, the pace is brutal. But with the right mindset, systems, and strategy, you can stop surviving and start dominating. What's inside this episode: ✅ Why you constantly feel behind and why it's not your fault ✅ Kelly's behind-the-scenes look at surviving cybersecurity chaos ✅ The 5 tools you need to adapt without burning out ✅ How to lead a team that thrives in rapid change ✅ Why adaptability is your new superpower