Podcasts about Discipline

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3456: Marjolein Dilven shares nine practical strategies to stay motivated and stick to your budget without feeling deprived or overwhelmed. From paying yourself first to using vision boards and rewarding progress, these tips are designed to help you build momentum toward your financial goals while enjoying the journey. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://radicalfire.com/stick-to-your-budget/ Quotes to ponder: "Pay yourself first. If you have savings or debt payoff goals, pay those things first." "If you're feeling deprived by your budget, you will be more likely to break with it." "Don't be the person that buys the cookies and tries to train their willpower attempting not to eat them." Episode references: You Need a Budget (YNAB): https://www.ynab.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Forty years ago, in Sarajevo, 24 million people watched Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean achieve the impossible, Olympic Gold that redefined their sport forever. But while the world remembers those four minutes of 'Bolero,' the true story of high performance started a decade earlier in a cold, dank rink in Nottingham.In this episode, Jayne and Chris take us inside the bubble of an elite partnership that has survived and thrived for over 50 years. In this episode, we explore:* The Creative Engineering of 'Bolero': How they pushed the boundaries of the rules by starting on their knees for 18 seconds to fit an 18-minute masterpiece into a four-minute limit .* The Discipline of the "Smallest Team": Insights into their 6-hour training days and their rule of never missing a session, even when sick or injured, to prove to their minds that they could perform under any adversity .* The Mechanics of Partnership: How they established clear roles, Chris as the "bossy" visionary and Jayne as the grounding force who made the visions possible, and why "talking with their eyes" became their ultimate competitive advantage.This is a masterclass in mutual respect, meticulous preparation, and the courage to be different when the stakes are at their highest. Whether you're part of a business duo or looking to master your own craft, Jayne and Chris's journey offers timeless lessons on what it takes to stay at the top for half a century.Our partners: Heights

In this episode, we explore the real mechanics behind catastrophe insurance, how underwriting discipline, reinsurance strategy, pricing cycles, and regulatory constraints shape the market more than hype or headlines. Featuring insights from SageSure Co-Founder, President & CEO Terrence McLean, who shares lessons from scaling a catastrophe-focused underwriting platform, maintaining carrier profitability, and navigating risk across volatile markets. A practical, operator-level discussion for agents, founders, and insurance leaders.The conversation breaks down where AI is genuinely useful in insurance operations, where it's overrated, and why agent relationships and trust-based distribution still win.Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. Sign up for Agent Elite today and get exclusive resources to grow your agency!

In today's devotional, Dr. Michael A. Youssef shows how Paul demonstrated his love for the Corinthians by admonishing them. If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, watch or listen to Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Healthy Living in a Sick World, Part 6: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOWNEW FOR YOUR GIFT OF ANY AMOUNTYou've seen the shift. You've felt the uneasiness. You know something is changing in America—and not for the better. Under the guise of political correctness, a quiet takeover is happening in our nation. In Unholy Alliance, Dr. Michael A. Youssef reveals the coordinated movement behind it all—and how you can stand firm in a time of deception.Unholy Alliance is Dr. Youssef's most urgent book in 50 years. It's time for the Church to find its voice—and rediscover its mission—before it's too late. Pre-order your copy today for your gift of any amount!*Offer valid through April 5, 2026, in US, UK, and Canada. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

The 94 WIP Morning Show discusses the discipline that the Phillies. It sounds like there were players on the team that felt the discipline for Nick Castellanos' actions was too lenient.

GPS is Now Open! Visit https://takecontroladhd.com/gps to learn more and take control of your planning today!This episode turns into a stealth self-care intervention when James Ochoa joins Pete and Nikki and immediately drags “motivation” out of the tidy, planner-friendly realm and into the messy, bodily reality of fear, avoidance, and chronic stress. They start with the familiar ADHD paradox—knowing exactly what to do and still not being able to do it—and James reframes that stuckness as normal rather than shameful, then introduces “resourcing” as the practical antidote: not a single trick, but layered supports (internal and external) that make motion possible even when meaning, willpower, and good intentions aren't showing up.From there, the conversation gets uncomfortably specific in the best way, as Pete uses a long-avoided dermatologist appointment to walk through what “functional pressure” and relationship-based accountability can look like in real time. They explore why the hardest part is often the moment before the call, why eight-out-of-ten certainty is a workable target, and how to build a personal “wind-making” kit—scripts, sensory cues, body movement, tiny rituals, and other anchors that help you cross the threshold from uncertainty to action. The live chat brings in real-world complications (sleep issues, pain, dental trauma, AuDHD scripting and emotion tagging), and James offers concrete, compassionate ways to get support without muscling through alone—because the point isn't to never fall off the wagon, it's to get better at restarting.Links & NotesJames OchoaFocused Forward by James OchoaSupport the Show on PatreonDig into the podcast Shownotes Database (00:00) - Welcome to Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast (04:28) - Introducing James Ochoa (05:11) - Finding Meaning (21:17) - Making Your Own Wind (36:31) - Chronic Stress and Adult ADHD (41:30) - Writing, Writing, Writing

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Devon Kuntzman from Tranforming Toddlerhood on how can you respond to your toddler with both firmness and compassion, the three ingredients of effective parenting, and how to use discipline that actually works.  What toddler tantrums really mean The truth about the "terrible twos" Why toddlers communicate through behavior How to set limits while staying connected Discipline strategies that work in real life LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services.  Podcast Production by Aminur. 

Hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros unpack why so many people lose momentum after reaching a goal and how that quiet pattern limits long-term success. After years of building businesses, coaching clients, and studying high-performance behavior, they have seen the same cycle repeat as people push hard to win, comfort sets in, discipline fades, and standards slip.They explain why lasting growth comes from identity, not outcomes. You'll learn how motivation really works, why external rewards rarely sustain progress, and how aligned habits create stability in business, health, and relationships. This is a practical conversation about building self-driven discipline and durable systems that hold up even when motivation runs low._______________________Digital Asset:The 5 M's of Next Level Motivation - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SNYQ2RuPg6fgqGA5Og9a7xFmX2lR3y7x/view_______________________Learn more about:Book Alan's Business Breakthrough Session. Your first 30-minute coaching call is FREE. Learn how to prioritize success and let your quality of life become the byproduct. - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-breakthrough-sessionTrack the Work. Earn the Results. To know more about the "Next Level Fitness Accountability Group," reach out.Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/_______________________NLU is not just a podcast; it's a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.For more information, check out our website and socials using the links below.

Discover how a tech entrepreneur turned her basement startup into one of the most successful IPOs in history and eventually managed a $3 billion budget as a cabinet secretary. Caren Merrick, Tech Founder, Private Equity Advisor, and Author, discusses the "Power of Insight" and why cultivating clarity is the essential discipline every modern leader must master to avoid the traps of bureaucracy and "scope creep." Learn why the most effective leadership begins with uncomfortable self-awareness and the willingness to ask, "What is it like to be on the other side of me?"Guest Links:Caren's LinkedInCredits: Host: Lisa Nichols, Executive Producer: Jenny Heal, Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski, Podcast Engineer: Portside Media

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What do you do when you feel like you've blown it spiritually? When guilt won't let go and you're tempted to prove yourself instead of trusting grace? In this episode, we talk honestly about guilt, conviction, and accusation—and why your first move after failure isn't to try harder, but to go back to the cross. Drawing from The Discipline of Grace by Jerry Bridges, we unpack the difference between life-giving conviction and soul-crushing guilt, the trap of performance-based Christianity, and how the gospel isn't just how you start the Christian life—it's how you live it.Chat with Bre on Instagram @datenightwiththewoods Follow Pastor Tony Wood on Instagram @drtonygwood For videos, old episodes, blog posts, events, and more www.datenightfam.org

Jim sits down with Sara Blackmer, retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, senior partner at Salaiko Capital, and CEO of FluidLogic. This conversation is about leadership that holds up in the real world, not theory.  You'll hear how discipline creates clarity, why servant leadership is the fastest path to high performance, and how confidence is built through repetition and daily wins. They also get into team dynamics, role alignment, and why movement is not the same thing as momentum.  If you're serious about building winning cultures and making better decisions with your time and money, this episode hits. What You'll Learn Confidence is built through preparation, repetition, and proof Servant leadership means taking care of people so they can take care of the mission Discipline creates focus and alignment High-performing teams beat even the most talented individuals every time When you fully commit to what you say yes to, opportunities show up you could not have predicted Action Steps Start the day with order Make your bed. Get one win on the board early. Your mindset follows your actions. Create role clarity If someone cannot explain how their role impacts the mission, you have a leadership problem, not a talent problem. Serve your team daily Ask: "What roadblock can I remove for you today?" Then do it. Sara Blackmer's Final Word "Give all of yourself to what you say yes to. If you do that again and again, opportunities will come in ways you never expected." Connect with Sara Blackmer: Website: www.solycocapital.com Website: https://fluidlogic.com/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sara-blackmer-bb44b25/

In this episode of the Real Estate Pros Podcast, host Micah Johnson interviews Ryan Carr, a multifamily investment expert. Ryan shares insights into his journey in real estate, focusing on sustainable growth without cash calls from investors. He discusses the importance of diligence, mentorship, and building a strong team in the real estate business. The conversation emphasizes the need for a long-term perspective in real estate investment and the significance of creating win-win scenarios for all stakeholders involved.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Some visions are born from stillness. Others are forged through discipline, friction, and a willingness to commit fully.In this episode, Paul Teodo shares his perspective on building The In Movement from the inside out. Not as a sudden leap, but as the result of years of partnership, responsibility, and choosing purpose over comfort.Paul speaks openly about what felt missing in the wellness culture around him, and why devotion, structure, and service are just as essential as softness and self love. He reflects on fatherhood, leadership, and the tension between nurturing and challenge, offering a grounded look at what it takes to build something that asks more of the people inside it.This conversation is not about branding or aesthetics. It is about standards, integrity, and the quiet courage required to say “I am all in” and mean it.Episode Chapters:00:00 – Why this studio began as an idea years ago02:40 – The deeper spark behind creating this space04:51 – What felt missing in the wellness culture05:30 – Feminine healing and masculine purpose07:27 – Discipline, provocation, and asking harder questions09:01 – Fatherhood and redefining leadership10:19 – Trust, roles, and long-term collaboration11:41 – Working with your partner and setting boundaries15:38 – Regulation, stress, and self care practices16:25 – When the project almost did not happen18:49 – Community, standards, and shared purpose20:01 – What this space is asking of Paul nowMentions & Resources:Michael Henri's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelyoga.pt/ Paul Teodo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/teodoyogaguitar/ The IN Movement Instagram: https://www.instagram/com/the_in_movement/Tags: The In Movement, yoga leadership, founders journey, masculine and feminine balance, discipline and purpose, conscious community, yoga philosophy, fatherhood and leadership, embodiment, personal growth

Climbing from individual contributor to CRO requires far more than strong execution. It demands disciplined leadership, intentional systems, and the ability to scale through complexity. In this replay episode, Carlos de la Torre joins John McMahon to unpack lessons from decades of enterprise sales leadership, including how he evaluates CRO opportunities, why complex selling environments demand sophisticated go-to-market engines, and how pipeline generation, leadership hiring, and management operating rhythm drive sustainable growth. Carlos also shares hard-earned insights on developing leaders, avoiding common scaling traps, and protecting personal sustainability as organizational demands increase.Carlos Delatorre is a seasoned sales leader with over 25 years of enterprise software and SaaS experience. He has served as CRO at MongoDB (driving 100%+ annual revenue growth), TripActions/Navan, and ClearSlide, and as CEO of Vera. Carlos is also an active investor and advisor to high-growth software companies including Starburst, Outreach, and Modern Treasury, and serves on the board of Yalo.Connect with Carlos:LinkedInForce Management resources on scaling predictably:The Predictable Revenue Framework: Guide for LeadersKey takeaways from this episode: 04:18 - The three non-negotiables Carlos uses to evaluate a CRO role: a market big enough to scale, a product that delivers real business value, and a leadership team capable of growing with the company.06:43 - Why complex selling environments require more than great reps, and how elite go-to-market engines translate technical products into business outcomes across multiple stakeholders while navigating internal politics.20:47 - The MongoDB lesson every scaling CRO needs to hear: why waiting 6-9 months too long to hire senior leaders creates capacity gaps, forces Q4 heroics, and caps your upside.34:00 - How defining clear stage criteria, tailoring messages by persona, and training the entire team on a single system fuels consistent 100%+ growth.41:44 - What to analyze after the quarter closes: how revenue mix, productivity per AE, and stage conversion rates reveal which reps and behaviors are actually driving outsized results.49:12 - Why blocking time by day, week, month, quarter, and year is the only way to protect focus and maintain execution.54:56 - Staying connected to what's really happening in the field, why office walks, open office hours, and time on sales calls give CROs earlier signal, better coaching moments, and stronger strategy. Hosted by five-time CRO John McMahon and Force Management Co-Founder John Kaplan, the Revenue Builders podcast goes behind the scenes with the sales leaders who have been there, done that, and seen the results. This show is brought to you by Force Management. We help companies improve sales performance, executing their growth strategy at the point of sale. Connect with Us: LinkedInYouTubeForce Management

“Be curious, not judgmental.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Patrick Boylan about the importance of curiosity in understanding others and navigating judgment. They discuss how asking questions can lead to empathy and a broader perspective, allowing for a more nuanced view of people’s beliefs and actions, all while highlighting the balance between judgment and understanding, advocating for a thoughtful approach to interpersonal relationships. What to listen for: Curiosity leads to empathy and understanding How we learn and understand is different from each other People's beliefs aren't inherently wrong; they're different. Asking questions helps us bridge the gap between our understanding and their beliefs. Life can be painful and confusing; let's not add to the chaos “At the end of the day, it’s curiosity. Why do you think that? That’s the biggest question that anybody can ask.” Being open to external information only allows us to consider it When we're curious, we're seeking to understand Intention is a major part of curiosity to better understand others and our surroundings “We need to come together as a species and tackle our world’s issues together.” We aren't meant to do life alone. Community is a huge part of this journey we're on There's hope in this that we, as a race, can come together for a common goal, our overall health and survival Community is more important than we realize About Patrick Boylan Patrick Boylan is a skilled multi-instrumentalist and co-founder of MuseFlow, a groundbreaking music EdTech platform often called “The Duolingo of Music Education.” Frustrated by the limitations of traditional music education, Patrick began exploring self-directed practice, which reignited his passion for music and led him to focus on sight reading as an engaging learning tool. MuseFlow teaches bite-sized skills through sight reading, allowing students to master new concepts efficiently and enjoyably by focusing on reading and playing music at first sight, then applying those skills to songs that get unlocked. Patrick loves to share his insights on learning and EdTech, inspiring parents, teachers, and self-learners to help students and themselves achieve flow state through MuseFlow's unique approach. https://museflow.ai – Use promo code **”MINDSET50″** to get 50% off any subscription you’d like, FOR LIFE! https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-boylan-6b133248/ https://www.instagram.com/museflow.ai/ Resources: Check out other episodes about curiosity The Magical Journey of Discipline and Curiosity With Wayne Faulkner Trauma, Curiosity, Core Beliefs And Conscious Recovery With TJ Woodward Interested in starting your own podcast or need help with one you already have? Send Nick an email or schedule a time to discuss your podcast today! nick@themindsetandselfmasteryshow.com Thank you for listening! Please subscribe on iTunes and give us a 5-Star review! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mindset-and-self-mastery-show/id1604262089 Watch Clips and highlights: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk1tCM7KTe3hrq_-UAa6GHA Guest Inquiries right here: podcasts@themindsetandselfmasteryshow.com Your Friends at “The Mindset & Self-Mastery Show” Click Here To View The Episode Transcript 00:00The one thing in my opinion that would turn the tides of humanity and make people more empathetic and connected to every person on this earth, that we need to come together as a species and tackle our world’s issues together. 00:23Hello and welcome to the Mindset and Self-Mastery Show. I’m your host, Nick McGowan. Today on the show we have Patrick Boylan. Patrick, how you doing, man? Doing great. How you doing, man? I’m good. I’m excited you’re here. I think I say that a lot in the intros of shows because I’m having conversation with somebody and there are certain times where like lead time to get onto the show can be maybe a month, maybe two months. Then there are people like you, my friend, who… 00:48I joked earlier and was like, well, when you first sent your stuff in in 2009. Yeah, but it’s kind of what it felt like though, honestly. But some of those are the best. And truthfully, I’ve had two of you this week. I had one guy a couple of days ago who does drum circles and so much music. And he just disappeared at one point like two years ago and then came back. And I was like, yes, I was hoping you’d come back. So I’m glad that you’re here too. I want us to be able to touch on music, obviously, because of the business that you have and the thing that you’re doing. 01:18but I want us to be able to get into really how all of it has worked for you over the course of life and how it’s all shaped you to lead you to where you’re at today. Before we get there though, why don’t you get us started? Tell us what you do for a living and what’s one thing most people don’t know about you that’s maybe a little odd or bizarre? I’m the co-founder of a music education app called Museflow. We teach piano in a very different way. We’re expanding to all common instruments in the next couple of years. So it’s growing, people are loving it. 01:47and I’m super stoked about it. Something that’s weird or that most people don’t know about me, I have two tattoos. I’ve got one on my butt, on my left butt cheek, it’s called, it’s just a family emblem that my dad drew on all of our napkins for lunches and uh Christmas cards and stuff like that. It’s four bunnies on two hills overlooking a sunset, and it’s our family. It’s me and my dad and my mom and my sister. 02:14and our cats and our dogs and all that stuff. It’s a really cute little tableau thing, right? The other one is on my upper hip and I got it in college. I got it when I just decided that truth and honesty are going to be the most important things in my life, okay? And so I got a whistleblower. I got a guy blowing a whistle. Didn’t realize how phallic that was when I got it on my upper thigh, you know? 02:43So it’s a little weird, but like I didn’t recognize that at the moment. What I was going for was like truth and honesty, right? And then I just, got it. And then I started doing, just being blunt, being like kind of mean about it. And like, wasn’t thinking about tact and I wasn’t thinking about like what my friends would be hurt by or if they, I didn’t care. I was just like, truth and honesty. This is just so important to my life. And like, I was being brutal about it. 03:12And so one of my friends pulls me aside one day and he says, Pat, you got to stop this. You’re just being a jerk. You’re being an asshole about this. Like, yes, truth and honesty is important. Okay. But you got to blend it with everything else. All right. Sometimes tact and holding your tongue is the right call. Cause I got to tell you, you’re ruining friendships right now. I know a couple of people that have talked about this already and they’re saying you’re just being an asshole and they don’t want to be friends with you anymore. So you got to fix yourself or 03:42you’re going to start losing friends. And I really trusted his opinion. He was one of my best friends. And so I listened to him and I pulled it back a bit. I pulled it back. I find it really interesting how your friend will lovingly say a thing to you, but also that you trust your friend. You know, like they’re the people that, um, they feel like they trust somebody out of, uh, I guess, systemic approach. Well, my family system tells me I should trust my parents. 04:09or I should trust my brother and sister, or I should take whatever they say, kind of as gospel in a sense. People obviously like shit upon people with their dreams or whatever else, but it’s sometimes in those small things where it’s like, that person is upset that you’re being an asshole about a thing, but for you to be aware of you were being an asshole about it. Like if you didn’t feel you were, you probably wouldn’t have accepted it. You’d have been like, what do you mean? No, I’m just being a little bit of a boast or a little bit of this, but there was a hint of you back there was probably like, 04:38The power feels good. You know, you’re like, yes, this is wonderful. Two things there, right? Number one, this is a historical relationship. This guy has been one of my good friends for, you know, years. And I’ve been working with him in very close contact throughout many different creative projects. He was a, he’s a director and I’m an actor. And so we worked on like seven or eight shows up until that point. And so I’ve worked with him. 05:07deeply and very closely and I really appreciate his judgment and his kind of pulse on people. Yeah, you know and so both of those things like I trust the guy with my life and I’ll I’ll I’ll do whatever he wants when it comes to a show I know he has my best interest at heart and and that’s the biggest thing, you know number two I’ve always tried my best to take criticism with as much humility as possible and 05:37regardless of if it’s accurate or wrong or true to myself or untrue, it doesn’t matter. That’s still your opinion. And your opinion weighed against mine. It just depends on our relationship, but it also depends on how much I trust you and all of that stuff. But like, I will take any and all criticism and I will implement it or not implement it based on the weight that I give it. And if I believe, and I do weigh it against myself, but that being said, it’s one of those things that I… 06:06pride myself on. I pride myself on my ability to say, well, what do you think to everybody and anybody? And I don’t, doesn’t mean that I have to take it. That’s critical though. You’re two different entities, you know, and even within yourself to be able to say, well, I’m going to take that and you will accept that level of information because of the context. Like context is so important in everything. Everything. But also you can still get things from people like, uh, even if somebody 06:36walking down the street, they was like, Hey, stop being an asshole. You’re like, well, maybe I can take something from that. Am I being an asshole right now or am I not being an asshole right now? And you get to do something with it. There are, think a lot of times where we as people, and this is where the mindset and self mastery stuff comes into play, where we will take things like, Oh, who’s this random fucking person across the street yelling at me? Why are they yelling at me? And this reminds me of when I was a little kid getting yelled at and these things and that. 07:05If you take the approach of I wanna take on information and have it my little bucket and go, I don’t want this, I don’t want that, this is kinda cool. And like, okay, you get to do something with it. That’s a level of self-awareness that comes from being healthier, maybe just in that sect of your being. Because you’re like, this is what I’ve dedicated myself to. We also have gotten a little farther away from you have principles in place of trust and truth and. 07:33honesty and these things that are critical to your being where honestly man kind of makes sense where you’re like I’m putting my foot so far in the fucking ground it’s anchored in there and I think sometimes people will go through that almost like the people how they become evangelical about things like it can be easy to think about uh people getting a multi-level marketing company say drink the kool-aid and go ham somebody who just got into religion god forbid you talk to somebody who was vegan and or in CrossFit 08:02And all of that, you know what I mean? And it’s like, whoa, it’s like a stage that you can go through where you’re testing it out. You’re trying it out. There is still a little bit of that. I’m sure the power felt great because you’re like, man, I’ve been wanting to say these things for a few years and one more motherfucking thing. Yeah, it was free. It was a sense of freedom for sure. Like I don’t have to I don’t have to abide by any cultural norms of tact. You know, like it felt really great. But. 08:29Yeah, but then I just realized like, no, sorry, I was just being an asshole about it. was taking it to the nth degree and everything needs to be in balance with other things. You can say truth and honesty are your biggest tenants of life and you can strive for the absolute excellence of that, 100%. But you also have to keep all of these other things aligned as well while you’re doing that. Anything farther on the far ends of any sort of spectrum, whether that’s… 08:57on the left side or the far, know, whatever it may be, everything is a spectrum. And if you take it way too far and out of context in isolation, it can become toxic. It really can. One of the things I try to do on the show is have these conversations where we break up these big, big pieces, turn them much larger. Like we just explode them, but then also pull them back to smaller pieces without being like, here’s two or three things for you to take away for the week and just chill out these. 09:24But in all reality, there are certain pieces of that that even in the balance can be really difficult if there are other things that are off balance. If you are triggered by certain things that happened, you can then sometimes get stuck in those triggers. I joke with people on the show pretty fucking often at this point. The more self-aware you become, the more fucking self-aware you become. And the more crazy making it can be while you go through the healing of that stuff because you can’t not see those things. 09:53And think about what you deal with as an entrepreneur, as a business owner, somebody managing other people, managing yourself. You said you’re married. I don’t know if you have any children, but there’s like all these things. And sometimes people can say, but you don’t understand because boom, boom, boom, boom, boom. They make this major list. Other people will use that and say, yes, it’s because of these things that I have to do these other things. And therefore others will still go, 10:23but I then get to and it’s all our perspective with doing it. So your perspective came from something that happened years and years and years ago. That’s why you put your foot so far into the ground and almost into people’s asses about just truth and honesty. But when we sit back and think about that a little bit, let’s break that down. Like what, what is it about what you’ve gone through and what you’ve seen? Like, why do you actually care what other people think to be able to then put it your own context? It’s curiosity. 10:53For me, at the end of the day, it’s curiosity. Why do you think that? That’s the biggest question that anybody can ask. Cool, you believe that about me? Great, what about me makes you believe that? And it’s just curiosity over, and you say that you’re judgmental, like don’t get me wrong, I’m judgmental too. But a lot of my judgment comes from this place of like, well, okay, why would they believe something like that? 11:23And then it allows me to still empathize with them while still being judgmental and being like, well, you can still be wrong regardless of your history, you know, or you could be cruel or not thinking about something else when you probably should be thinking about something else. And you’re like in the weeds of something here. And you’re really thinking about the reason why the thing should be this is because of all of these other things. But then see, you forgot perspective, see the forest through the trees. And so if I can understand from where you’re where you’re coming from. 11:53If I get it, if I can get into that, be curious, not judgmental, right? That is something I always try to remind myself. And it is a motto that I like to live by, be curious, not judgmental. I try my best, granted judgment still comes, you know? Well, it’s also a fine line and judgment can have a negative connotation to it, where even judging something, you’re just judging it based on what you know, the information you have, et cetera. It’s what you then do with it. 12:21you know, if we can get real shitty with it. I know there are times where I get shitty, like it’s easy for me to talk about people driving on the road, because there are certain times you’re like, I don’t even know if you have a license. I don’t know. Are you driving from the passenger seat? Like what the fuck are you doing? But part of me is judging of like, is it safe for me to get past your dumb ass? Is it safe for me to do whatever? And I think there are things that happen within us that are almost mechanical that we’re unaware of. 12:50Even breathing. Like everybody knows that you’re breathing and then when you actually concentrate on your breathing, you’re like, oh, I’m concentrating on it. We don’t have to think about that. There are other things that happen that we don’t think about because subconscious is there just to keep us fucking safe. And something happened back in the day or back when we were a little kid or something like that. So for you growing up, were there experiences that you had where you were like, man, this is one of those experiences that like rocked my world and changed me. Like that was one of them where your friend was like, 13:19You’re being an asshole, other people are gonna leave you and stop. Somebody could have taken that, been like, yeah, my buddy Jimmy told me not to be a dick anymore and then everything was cool. And you took that as a critical moment where you’re like, oh, I should do something with it. Were there any others that really stand out? I think my dad was really, really great at teaching us these kind of like critical thinking skills kind of thing, or just understanding context or being creative. 13:47But there’s two in particular that I’d love to share. And I’m curious what you think about them. Because I think you’d love them. Number one, um when we were like maybe, God, I was like maybe eight or something like that, eight or nine, I was bored. It was like summer break or something, and I was bored. And I was like, Dad, I’m bored. What can I do? uh And he’s like, oh, OK, great. One second. Hold on. Give me a second. And he leaves. And then he comes back with a mop and a bucket. 14:16And he says, do you know what would be really, really fun? If you mopped the kitchen floor. You know it’s something to do, it’s effective. is, you know, what do you think? Like, do you want to mop the floor? That’s what I got for you. If you want to do that, go for it, please. Otherwise, find something to do. And I was like, that’s actually, that’s great. know, like, touche. You want me to mop the floor? I’m not gonna mop the floor. 14:41But I will find a way to entertain myself. And ever since then, I don’t think I’ve ever been bored. I’ve always been able to entertain myself. And the other kind of critical, that was such a great thing that he did when we were younger, we did this kind of series of dinners where we did caveman dinners, which were, just made a 15:11big, big thing of pasta, okay? Pasta and some meat sauce or something like that. And he had a big old butcher block table that we always ate dinner around. So he put a big old tarp, plastic tarp down on the table and onto the floor, kind of drooping down onto the floor. And he got us into our underwear, me and my sister, and we were very young, and he just slopped this big old pot of pasta on the butcher block table in the tarp and he said, 15:41Go to town. You’re gonna eat with your hands. You’re gonna get dirty and it’s gonna be a lot of fun. We’re calling this caveman dinner, okay? Go wild. And we had a great time. Now the next night, he put us in our fanciest clothes and we sat down for a nine course meal. And he gave us all of the directions on all the silverware, right? And all the different plates and how we do it. And we had to sit there and be proper. 16:09and have our napkins in our lap and our combed hair and use the silverware properly, right? And so I think it’s one of those things of like balance and context, balance and context, right? You can have the caveman dinner, great, but understand the context of when you need to actually sit straight and have a towel on your lap and eat with the proper silverware. Like you gotta know both those contexts and everything in between to live a happy and healthy life in our society, in my opinion. And so, 16:38That was one of those things that he was really good at, giving us context and freedom and play, through play and freedom. While still also controlling the situation. Yes, In a beautiful way. Yeah. And educating. Think about what you do now. You have a music education company where you’re teaching people how to play music in a fun way. I wonder who in your life would have led you to do any of that. 17:07It’s true. 100 % my father. Yeah. And well, think about like, even as you talk about, you know, I’m bored. I remember saying to my dad, dad, I’m bored. He was like, get the fuck outside, go do something. Go do this, go do that. And he would make up all these things that were really exciting to him. And I am not the mechanical engineer type or the one who wants to go out and lift heavy things and like remove shit from people’s backyards or whatever. 17:35I wanted to go play music or create art or something like that. And there was a disconnect there. There were times where my mom or my stepmom or even my dad at times would go, well, why don’t you go draw or something? I’d be like, yeah, cool, why not? I could have thought of that, but whatever. Like, they gave me a good idea. I’d go do it as a little kid. Or like finger pain or something. But being able to understand context, understanding how people best learn, understanding about those people does come from curiosity, I appreciate that you look at it and go, well, why do you think that way? 18:05Or why do you look at it that way? I think there’s also much deeper levels that we can get to with that. Like you’re not just curious. I’m assuming this, but I’m also, think we’re of the same elk. Where it’s not just basic curiosity to be curious. There’s a reason. Like we want to understand, like, why do you think like that? How did you get there? Who led this thing to you? How does that make sense in my head? Why does that not make sense in my head? Like what is, the fuck did we do with this information? 18:33It’s not just the curiosity of it. I mean, it’s really just like, it’s curiosity. I think it’s just, one of those people that is just a student of humanity. I’ve always been curious about human behavior and the motivations behind it. And it’s because I grew up as an actor. was what the thing that I did after college for seven years and… 18:56and now I’ve pivoted into a career that I really, really love, the co-founder of this music education app that’s basically built on the way that I’ve taught myself how to play piano. And now I’m a professional pianist and I’m doing the app during the day. And you’re like, oh, what a weird life. But I still think that my curiosity comes from being a student of humanity because I was an actor. And you have to get really deep into people’s motivations. 19:24when you are trying to replicate them in a realistic way. And it’s for outside in and inside out. It’s what are the institutions around them that make them feel and think that way? And do those themes tie into whatever piece that you’re performing in? But it’s also inside out. It is what about their childhood? What about their life? What about their perspective that has really made them behave this way? And so it’s always just been a fascination of mine. Why do people act the way that they act? 19:53I love that your level of curiosity is at, let’s say a 10 and other people may just be slightly curious. But even if we all just take that a little bit and say, well, how can I be a little bit more curious, little less judgmental, but understand why I’m curious about this thing. Somebody says anything and I go, well, what is it? It’s not just the curiosity or even the answer back. It’s, oh, I really want to know because of whatever it is for each person. So for those people that are 20:21on their path towards self mastery and along with curiosity, just everything else you’ve been through, what’s your advice for those people? The one thing in my opinion that would turn the tides of humanity and make people more empathetic and connected to every person on this earth, because we’re going to kill ourselves otherwise, that we need to come together as a species and tackle our world’s issues together. Climate change, economic justice, like so many things are global these days. 20:51And it’s because there are almost 10 billion people on this earth. are so just, and we are a part of the earth. We need to shepherd it to the correct place and we need to be in service of the earth to really let our species just grow and evolve the way it probably should, you know? So with that comes a deep amount of empathy that we need to have for every human on this earth, regardless of culture, race, religion. It is one of those things I need to feel connected. 21:21to somebody that lives on literally the other side of the earth. And how are we going to do that? It’s through curiosity. What makes you you? Describe it to me, show me. Show me your world. I’m so curious. so, be curious, not judgmental. Granted, judgment does inevitably come. I look, I judge people all fucking day. But it’s also one of those things of like, well, if I really want to know and care, 21:51Get to the heart of who they are and their behavior and you’ll allow connection to just flourish. And for people that are naturally sort of judgmental or really hyper curious, I think the judgment comes from the bias or a situation that happened to us or just a deep, I don’t understand why you’re doing such a thing. Like I’ve joked to people before, I’ve said, I don’t understand why they’re doing it. I believe myself to be an intellectual and I thought a different way. So why the fuck are you doing it that way? 22:20And some of it just has a little bit more air of a judgment to it, where it’s like a deeper curiosity. It’s a spectrum, as you put it. Everything’s a spectrum. Understanding ourselves and what we’re looking at, what we want, what we’re trying to do, and the reasons why we do those things, it’s also part of the balance, and we have to take it bit by bit. So man, I appreciate you being on today. It’s been great talking with you. I’m sure this is not the last time we’re gonna talk. 22:48ah And before I let you go, where can people find you and where can they connect with you? Yeah, just go to my website musflow.ai. If you want to learn how to play piano in a different way, maybe traditional lessons didn’t work for you. We teach with sight reading first. It’s the act of reading music at first sight. We teach the fundamentals through that, through that skill, through that lens, let you master it without any repetition. 23:14It’s always new music that is being generated for you at a very specific level and then you beat that level and then songs get unlocked after that. So we’re incorporating technology in and flow state and sight reading and gamification. We’re really bringing it all together into this one new methodology of teaching an instrument and eh it’s fundamentally different and it engages you in a much more holistic sort of way. So if you’re interested in that go to museflow.ai 23:41Shoot me an email, info at museflow.ai and don’t put that in the show notes, just like, know, it’s for the people who are listening. Yeah, like we would love to hear what you think. I’d love to give your audience a coupon code if they want it. Let’s call it mindset, mindset 50. Anybody who uses it 50 % off for life. Look, we’re still growing. We’re still adding new features as we go. We’re not finished at all. We’re still expanding. 24:09our accessibility. We’ve got iPad, we’ve got Android tablet, but we’re building it out for phones and any desktop app. so we’re slowly but surely growing this. We’re adding new instruments, uh adding new parts of the app. And if you want to get in that kind of on the ground floor, we just hit a really great marker. are now being able, we can pair overhead with subscriptions. And so the engine is going and it’s rolling and people aren’t churning. It’s like, 24:38It’s actually doing it and we’re getting incredible feedback from our users. so that being said, we’re still very new. So I’d love to give your audience 50 % off for life if they want it. So it’s mindset 50. It’s great for anybody who is also just, if you’re really, really good, but maybe your sight reading is terrible. There’s a lot of professional pianists that are very good at just like the songs that they know. They have 700 songs and they’re really good at them. A lot of classical musicians are out there that do that, but they’re not. 25:07good at sight reading. And so they use our app to get better at sight reading. So yeah, it’s good for everybody. It’s good for young people. It’s good for old people. It’s good for new people. It’s good for people that have been doing this for years. Awesome, man. I appreciate that. And I appreciate you being on. Thank you so much for your time today. Vice versa. Thank you,

Send a textHave you ever told yourself,“Okay. This time I'm going to stick with it.”And then a few weeks later… life happens. The routine shifts. The habit disappears. And suddenly you're questioning your consistency, your discipline — maybe even your identity. If that sounds familiar, this episode is your reset.We're revisiting one of our most powerful conversations with Ronnie Loaiza — behavioral science expert, certified habit coach, master certified life coach, and personal trainer — because the truth about habits is more relevant than ever.Especially for high-achieving women leaders.Because here's what we see all the time: You don't struggle with ambition or commitment. You struggle with trying to build habits on top of pressure, burnout, and unrealistic expectations.And your brain? It's simply doing what it was wired to do.In This Episode, We Explore:✨ Why willpower is overrated✨ The difference between a routine and a habit✨ What to do when a habit you built suddenly disappears✨ Why 21 days is a myth (real studies show 85–185 days!)✨ How to identify the hidden “reward” behind habits that aren't serving you✨ The neuroscience behind dopamine, celebration, and momentum✨ Ronnie's simple If–Then strategy for creating flexibility without losing progress✨ Why momentum beats motivation every timeWe also go deeper into the pre-work most habit books skip:Before you build the habit, you have to uncover: What void is this habit filling? What reward am I unconsciously protecting? Does this habit actually align with who I'm becoming?Because sometimes the habit isn't the problem.Sometimes it's the identity shift happening underneath it.For the Leader Who…Feels pressure to perform at the highest level — alwaysWorries about burnout but keeps pushing anywayBelieves she “should be able to handle it all”Wants systems that support her success instead of draining herIs ready to work smarter — not harderThis conversation will meet you exactly where you are.Not with hustle, shame, or more discipline. But with neuroscience, compassion, and strategy.Reflect As You Listen:Where am I relying on motivation instead of systems?What tiny action could rebuild trust with myself today?What changed in my life that may have disrupted my routine?Am I judging myself… when I actually just need a new plan?High performance doesn't require punishment. Sustainable leadership doesn't require self-neglect.And habits that last? They're built on awareness, alignment, and celebration.

Optimize Closeness and Purpose PodcastFIVE PRIMARY POINTS of the PODCASTAnchor Your Mind in the PresentResearch shows that mind wandering—especially toward unpleasant or neutral thoughts—reduces happiness, while staying focused in the present increases well-being. Vital people cultivate awareness and deliberately protect their attention.Master the Dual Skill of Focus and Intentional WanderingContinuous distraction fractures well-being, yet excessive hyper-focus can suffocate creativity. The goal is to train yourself to focus like a laser most of the time while allowing intentional, non-judgmental mind wandering to spark learning, planning, and breakthroughs.Use Cognitive Drills to Strengthen AttentionPractical tools include 20-minute “cognitive sprints” on a single demanding task, quick awareness check-ins (“What am I doing? Where is my attention?”), and phone-free walks to encourage creative thought. These practices build neural endurance and improve performance.Discipline Is the Engine of VitalityDiscipline helps control impulses, build resilience, and prevent future regret. Embracing discomfort—through exercise, challenges, or habit formation—develops grit, which research suggests can outperform talent or IQ in predicting success.Moderate Caffeine Supports Brain Health and LongevityLarge studies show that drinking about two to three cups of caffeinated coffee daily is associated with lower dementia risk, stronger cognitive performance, reduced psychiatric disorders, and decreased inflammatory disease risk—making it a simple strategy to enhance vitality.Copyright VyVerse, LLC. All Rights Reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit vitalityexplorers.substack.com/subscribe

Episode Overview In this final installment of the Conquer the Operational Chaos series, John Kitchens and Joel Perso break down one of the most overlooked — yet most powerful — CEO disciplines: knowing your numbers. Growth without visibility creates chaos. More agents, more leads, more deals — without proper tracking — only amplifies inefficiencies. In this session, John and Joel unpack how to measure what actually matters, how to assign the right metrics to each role, and how to move from emotional decision-making to data-driven leadership. If you've ever wondered why your P&L says you're profitable but your bank account feels tight… or why your team feels busy but results are inconsistent… this episode will reset how you think about performance. Because if you don't know your numbers, you don't know your business. Key Topics Covered The Final Piece of Operational Clarity Recap of the Conquer the Operational Chaos framework: Week 1: The Operational Hire Week 2: Building Processes Week 3: Core Buyer & Listing Systems Week 4: Measuring What Matters Why growth without tracking leads to internal breakdown How knowing your numbers protects profitability and performance What "Know Your Numbers" Really Means The difference between tracking data and making decisions Why metrics exist to improve leadership — not to create busywork The CEO mindset shift from guessing to measuring The Financial Foundations Every CEO Must Understand Profit & Loss (P&L): Revenue, expenses, and true profitability Balance Sheet: Assets, liabilities, and owner equity Cash Flow: Why profit and cash are not the same Budget vs. Actual: Where silent leaks in your business happen Assigning Metrics to Every Role Every role in your business must have at least one key metric. Why? People want to know what winning looks like Clear agreements eliminate emotional performance conversations Numbers create accountability without friction Metrics vs. Targets (The Critical Distinction) Tracking a number isn't enough. You must define: What is success? What is the agreed target? What happens when we miss? Agreements replace expectations. Expectations create frustration. Agreements create alignment. Leading Indicators vs. Lagging Indicators Lagging indicators: Closings, GCI, volume Leading indicators: Conversations, appointments set, follow-up activity You can't control closings. You can control conversations. John's breakdown: Conversations → Appointments Set → Appointments Met → Agreements Signed → Closings Reverse engineer your goals down to conversations per hour. The Conversations Per Hour Framework This was one of the most tactical moments of the episode. Instead of asking: "How many conversations per day?" Ask: "How many conversations per hour?" Then reverse engineer: How many conversations does it take to set one appointment? How many appointments does it take to sign a client? How many signed clients does it take to close one deal? How many hours per week must be dedicated to outbound activity? When you know this math, success becomes predictable — not accidental. The "Protein, Carbs, and Fats" Principle Borrowed from Blake Sloan: Protein = Conversations Carbs = Appointment Asks Fats = Face-to-Face Meetings You can hit your main metric and still fail if supporting metrics are ignored. One metric matters. But supporting behaviors matter too. Where to Start Don't try to fix everything. Focus on one priority per quarter. If you're spending significant money in one area (Zillow, PPC, mailers, client events), optimize that first. Clarity compounds. Chaos compounds faster. Resources Mentioned Simple Numbers, Straight Talk, Big Profits – Greg Crabtree Financial Intelligence – Karen Berman & Joe Knight Measure What Matters – John Doerr CSU Dashboard / CTE Business Tracking The Growth Centric – Systems Audit with Joel Perso John Kitchens Executive Coaching → JohnKitchens.coach Final Takeaway There are two major breakdowns in most small businesses: They don't know their financial numbers. They don't know how they're allocating their time. If you know your money and you know your time, you control your growth. If you don't — you're guessing. As Joel put it: "If you don't know your numbers, you don't know your business." And as John reinforced: "It's not conversations per day. It's conversations per hour." Measure what matters. Build agreements. Track leading indicators. Execute with clarity. That's how CEOs eliminate chaos. Connect with Us: Instagram: @johnkitchenscoach LinkedIn: @johnkitchenscoach Facebook: @johnkitchenscoach If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. Stay tuned for more insights and strategies from the top minds. See you next time!

From a major "Silver Lining" regarding Corbin Carroll's injury to a high-intensity "Who's Got the Beef?" segment on the Suns' home-court meltdown, Episode 636 analyzes the state of the Valley. We break down Mike Hazen's accountability standard, Jordan Ott's playoff roadmap, and the discipline gap that has Dillon Brooks staring at a suspension.In this episode:00:00 - Welcome15:14 - D-backs: The Carroll Crisis & The Road Back The Update: Andrew Saalfrank speaks to the media and provides his timeline for return to the bullpen.The National Stage: Torey Lovullo joins MLB Network to address the mindset shift in Spring Training and the reality of the Corbin Carroll injury.The Silver Lining: We react to Nolan Arenado's perspective on Carroll's injury—why he believes a proper rehab keeps this from being a season-ending disaster and why this specific injury is more common than fans think.32:30 - WHO'S GOT THE BEEF? The 27-Point Chain Reaction The Beef: I break down why the Suns didn't just lose to the Thunder; they lost because they couldn't close the door on the Mavericks.The "Squint" Factor: We react to Jordan Ott's viral interaction with Duane Rankin regarding the 44-to-9 free throw disparity and how that officiating logic forced a workload that gassed the starters for the OKC blowout.43:20 - Suns: The Post-Break Roadmap Thunder Post-Mortem: A deep dive into the 136-109 loss at home. We look at the "Trust Gap" and the fatigue of losing 4 of the last 5 at the Mortgage Matchup Center.The 27-Game Sprint: Jordan Ott speaks on the opportunity the Suns have post-All-Star break to solidify a playoff spot.The Discipline Gap: Dillon Brooks addresses his 16th technical foul. Unless rescinded, the Suns will be without their enforcer for the Spurs matchup on the 19th. We analyze the cost of "playing on the edge."Follow The Valley Verdict:Facebook: [@thevalleyverdict]Instagram: [@thevalleyverdictpodcast]YouTube: [@thevalleyverdict]

In this episode of Purposely Catholic, we sit down with Dr. Ray Guarendi to talk about raising children with clarity, conviction, and Catholic faith at the center. Drawing from his book Drama Free Discipline, we unpack how discipline is not about control or emotion — but formation.Chapter:00:00 Intro01:50 Dr. Ray joins the show03:00 What does drama free discipline look like?05:00 Wisdom of the ages09:15 Over analyzing as a parent13:00 Over reacting in the moment and how to combat it16:50 Fathers need to step up!27:50 Kids not cooperating? Here is how to handle it31:30 Delayed disobedience36:40 The blackout works40:00 Smart phones and the anxiety complex of kids43:00 Stranger danger outside? No! Stranger danger on the web!!!46:14 Fallen Human Nature51:30 Be consistent, show love, and be disciplinary53:00 Gentle parenting and adoption59:00 How do we pass on the faith to our kids?✴️

The Dads are back! Lol We talk everything superbowl, Diggs drama, Discipline, and of course J Cole's potential last Album review. Lets get to it!  This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/UNAPOD⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠and get on your way to being your best self Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does real leadership look like when the uniform comes off? Jason Redman returns to The Greatness Machine for a powerful conversation on leadership, service, entrepreneurship, and our responsibility to those who serve our country. A retired Navy SEAL, New York Times bestselling author, and entrepreneur, Jason joins Darius Mirshahzadeh to reflect on three decades of hard-earned lessons, resilience after catastrophic injury, and why the American Dream is still very much alive for those willing to take ownership of their growth. The discussion explores the systemic challenges facing U.S. veterans, the broken nature of benefits delivery, and how Jason's latest venture, TurboVets, is using technology and automation to improve outcomes for veterans and their families. Jason also shares insights from “Mission: Invincible Marriage,” the book he co-authored with his wife, offering an honest look at leadership, partnership, and resilience at home after a life of high-stakes service. In this episode, Darius and Jason will discuss: (00:00) Introduction and Welcome Back (01:47) Celebrating Achievements and New Ventures (04:52) Reflections on Life and Opportunities (09:34) The Value of Discipline and Commitment (12:15) Understanding the American Dream (17:02) The Importance of Global Perspective (21:50) Addressing Veteran Support and Systemic Issues (24:59) Navigating the Transition from Military to Veteran Life (26:41) The Role of Technology in Veteran Support (28:41) Empowering Veterans to Achieve the American Dream (30:33) Understanding Benefits and Resources for Veterans (35:56) Utilization of Veteran Benefits: Challenges and Solutions (37:50) Creating a Simplified System for Veterans (40:16) Personal Experiences with Veteran Benefits (43:52) Mission: Invincible Marriage Jason Redman is a severely wounded warrior, NY Times and Amazon bestselling author, veteran advocate, business leader, and renowned leadership and resilience speaker. After facing a career-threatening leadership failure, Jason turned his recovery into a mission to inspire others to overcome failures. He now inspires audiences nationwide with his powerful story of leadership, resilience, and transformation. Through his speaking and writing, Jason teaches others how to lead themselves, overcome adversity, and build a relentless mindset to tackle any challenge. Connect with Jason: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-redman-b8324210  Website: https://jasonredman.com/  Website: https://www.turbovets.com/  Book: https://www.amazon.com/Mission-Invincible-Marriage-Battle-Tested-Relationship/dp/0063376415  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful episode, we explore the realities of addiction recovery, habit-building, and personal transformation with a guest who turned his life around and now leads the latest version of P90X, inspiring millions worldwide.Once trapped in addiction and hopelessness, he shares the turning point that changed everything, the importance of finding your “why,” and how fitness, structure, and daily routines became the foundation for long-term sobriety and success. The conversation dives into addiction as a disease, the role of mindset and philosophy, and how habit stacking can create real, lasting change.This episode is a raw and motivating look at overcoming adversity, building discipline through wellness, and proving that transformation is possible one day, one habit at a time.If you or someone you love is navigating recovery, purpose, or personal growth, this conversation offers hope, tools, and perspective.Connect with Waz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wazashayer/?hl=en#AddictionRecovery#PersonalTransformation#FitnessMotivationTIME STAMPS00:36 A Personal Journey Through Addiction09:43 Breaking the Cycle20:23 Fitness as a Tool for Healing27:28 Navigating the Nightlife Industry37:36 Morning Routines & Structure43:39 Cardio, Discipline & Mental Strength48:12 Nutrition & Habit Stacking58:58 Words for Those Struggling01:02:56 Final Thoughts

Success is a lease, not a trophy. In today's episode, Kevin and Alan explore why most people lose momentum right after they win. When goals are reached, discipline fades, standards soften, and progress quietly slips. This conversation challenges the myth of arrival and examines what it really takes to sustain success in fitness, business, relationships, and personal growth. It is about protecting your habits, sharpening your identity, and staying committed when comfort becomes tempting.If you want lasting confidence, consistency, and performance, this episode will reset how you think about winning. Press play. Raise your standards. Defend your future._______________________Learn more about:Track the Work. Earn the Results. To know more about the "Next Level Fitness Accountability Group," reach out.Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/Book Alan's Business Breakthrough Session. Your first 30-minute coaching call is FREE. Learn how to prioritize success and let your quality of life become the byproduct. - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-breakthrough-session_______________________NLU is not just a podcast; it's a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.For more information, check out our website and socials using the links below.

Meltdowns and mood swings can leave parents feeling stuck and overwhelmed. This episode unpacks meltdowns, mood swings, and the nervous system no one is talking about, showing why behavior escalates. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, Regulation First Parenting™ expert, explains how calming the brain creates real change.If you're exhausted by constant meltdowns, mood swings, and reactions that make no sense, you're not failing—your child's nervous system is overwhelmed.This episode unpacks meltdowns, mood swings, and the nervous system no one is talking about and shows where real change begins.Why does my child melt down even when nothing “big” happened?Many parents are shocked by emotional outbursts that seem to come out of nowhere—especially after school or during simple transitions. What's often happening isn't defiance, but nervous system dysregulation.When a child's nervous system is stuck in survival mode—also called fight or flight or sympathetic overdrive—their brain can't process logic, rules, or consequences.Key takeaways:Behavior is communication, not manipulationA dysregulated brain repeats patterns—healthy or unhealthyCalm isn't the goal—flexibility isExample: Your child explodes over homework. Their prefrontal cortex is offline, not their motivation.Why doesn't traditional discipline work during emotional dysregulation?Most parenting advice starts after the nervous system is already on fire. Charts, rewards, and consequences fail because a dysregulated autonomic nervous system can't learn.Discipline without regulation feels like a threat, while discipline after regulation becomes guidance.Remember:A stressed brain can't self-regulateDiscipline before regulation escalates power strugglesRegulation first restores access to impulse controlIt's not bad parenting—it's a dysregulated brain.Want to stay calm when your child pushes every button?Become a Dysregulation Insider VIP and get the FREE Regulation Rescue Kit—your step-by-step guide to stop oppositional behaviors without yelling or giving in.Go to www.drroseann.com/newsletter and grab your kit today.What's actually happening in my child's brain during mood swings?When stress hormones flood the brain and nervous system, the amygdala hijacks behavior and shuts down executive function. This affects emotional regulation, mood swings, sleep, immune function, and learning.Over time, chronic stress leads to:Shorter fuses and bigger reactionsTrouble with impulse control

“Send Coach John a message”I found a great recipe for living a great life. It has 3 parts, which for me is easy (still tough for me) to remember and connect with. This gem comes from Reads with Ravi (@readswithravi) and it reminds me of going after and building a “great” life that is made up of my definition and not so much of what the “world” says our life should be made up of. Awesome quote here: “The only way to achieve greatness in life is to have patience, consistency, and discipline.” -  David Goggins (who wrote a powerful book, “Can't Hurt Me” which I read last year).  This is connected with a few other items that have been on my mind and heart that I want to share in a few future episodes.  Those 3 items of patience, consistency and discipline are things that I have been connected with and sometimes focused on - but usually not connected together and not as deep as I need to be focused on. Again, intentional focus is something that I need to connect with these 3 items for sure!  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

In this solo episode of the Fit Fathers Fellowship Podcast (formerly the Ben Barker Fitness Podcast), Ben Barker talks directly to dads about what it really takes to build strength—in the gym, in marriage, in fatherhood, and in faith.After nearly missing his Tuesday podcast for the first time in over two years, Ben shares a powerful reminder: life doesn't get easier—you just learn to handle hard better. Motivation isn't the key to progress. Discipline is built in the boring reps, the early mornings, and the ordinary days that no one sees.This episode is about falling in love with the process, even when it sucks:Why consistency beats motivation every timeHow strength and fitness are built on average workouts and showing up tiredWhat it really means to be a present father in the day-to-day momentsHow strong marriages are built through daily sacrifice, not highlight reelsWhy faith grows quietly through obedience, prayer, and trusting God in unseen seasonsIf you're a dad who wants to get incredibly strong and fit, lead your home well, love your wife deeply, and grow in your relationship with Christ—this episode is for you.You don't need a breakthrough.You just need to show up again today.Listen now, share this with another dad who needs encouragement, and fall in love with the process—because that's where strong men are made.

Although mantra chanting is widely practiced today, its depth, rigor, and transformative potential are rarely understood in their true spirit. Along with Shantala Sriramaiah, we explore the deeper science of Vedic mantra practice. Together, they unpack how mantra creates a transformation within you, how Gayatri cultivates clarity in moments of crisis, and how Mrityunjaya helps us develop a healthy relationship with death, not as escape, but as freedom from fear.Episode Highlights:What is a mantra, really?Why does phonetic precision matter?How is mantra different from kirtan?What is the real purpose of the Gayatri Mantra?Does Mrityunjaya Mantra actually protect from death?Timestamps:00:00 - 06:00: Introduction06:00 - 16:30: What is Mantra Chanting? Does it help?16:30 - 23:00: What's the difference between Keertan and Mantra?23:00 - 26:30: Time travelling with Mantras26:30 - 35:30: What's the purpose of the Gayatri Mantra?35:30 - 44:30: Choices, Discipline, and Decision Making 44:30 - 50:00: Hidden Meaning behind Gayatri Mantra50:00 - 58:00: Can Mruthyunjaya Maha Mantra delay death?About Shantala SriramaiahShantala Sriramaiah is a renowned Veda chanting teacher trained in a traditional lineage of Vedic recitation. She studied under traditional Vedic masters, including Sri M.S. Srinivasan of the Chalakere teaching lineage, where she received rigorous training in Vedic phonetics, swara, and recitation methodology. Today, she teaches internationally through structured online courses, blending traditional depth with modern clarity.You can connect with her at https://www.vedastudies.com/Dr Vignesh Devraj If you are interested in doing one on one Ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj please find the details in this link: https://calendly.com/drvignesh/30-minute-session-with-dr-vignesh-devraj-md-ay-istIf you are economically challenged, please use the form provided to request a free Ayurvedic consultation here. (or copy paste this in your browser: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29nHcrC1RssR-6WAqWCWQWKKJo7nGcEm8ITEl2-ErcnfVEg/viewform )BALANCING THE MIGHTY VATA - ONLINE COURSE NOW AVAILABLE What makes Ayurveda unique in its treatment approach is its practical wisdom on the concept of Vata. Vata is responsible for Prana - the life energy, the nervous system - the master panel of our body, and our emotions. In Ayurveda, it is mentioned that controlling Vata is the most difficult part of healing and recovery. Recently, I have recorded a workshop on - Balancing The Mighty Vata, which has over 6 hrs of content, with notes filled with practical inputs that can be integrated into our life. You can access this at https://vigneshdevraj.com/balancing-the-mighty-vata/ For further information about Dr Vignesh Devraj, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com Instagram - @sitarambeachretreat | @vigneshdevrajTwitter - @VigneshDevrajWe truly hope you are enjoying our content. Want to help us shape and grow this show faster? Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you'll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support.Disclaimer: - The content of the podcast episodes is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical procedures, consultations, diagnosis, or treatment in any manner. We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions for you, others, or for treating your patients.

Be Wealthy Podcast — Show NotesEpisode: Ali Nasser — Return on Life Experience, Race Car Business Lessons & The Power of PresenceGuest: Ali Nasser — CEO, Entrepreneur & Bestselling Author of The Business Owner's DilemmaHost: Brett TannerEpisode SummaryBrett sits down with Ali Nasser to explore how entrepreneurs can get more return on their life experience. Ali draws powerful analogies between endurance racing and running a business, breaks down the difference between "more" and "better," and shares why presence is the greatest gift you can give. They cover early money memories, the point of optionality, wealth habits of the ultra-successful, and why retirement is the worst word for an entrepreneur.Timestamps0:00:00 — Intro 0:01:15 — How Brett Discovered Ali 0:02:30 — Ali's Endurance Racing Passion 0:04:15 — Can't Brake and Accelerate Together 0:05:30 — Process vs. Innovation Balance 0:06:15 — Lap Times as Business Scorecards 0:07:00 — Fastest Line Isn't the Tightest 0:09:15 — Bridging Operations and Sales 0:11:00 — Measurables Settle the Debate 0:12:30 — Defining Return on Life Experience 0:13:15 — Earliest Money Memories 0:15:30 — Mansion vs. Modest Family 0:17:00 — Earning Beyond Basic Needs 0:18:00 — Providing for Family at 13 0:19:00 — Running Old Money Programs 0:20:15 — Paradigms That Get Cemented 0:22:45 — London to Houston Culture Shock 0:26:15 — Danger of Binary Thinking 0:29:00 — Start Where You Agree 0:30:15 — Wired as an Entrepreneur 0:32:00 — Brett's Corporate Wake-Up Call 0:33:30 — Letting Kids Find Their Best 0:35:30 — Parents' Money Mistakes and Wins 0:37:45 — Wealth Means Wellbeing 0:39:45 — The Point of Optionality 0:41:15 — Billionaire vs. Content Entrepreneur 0:42:15 — Better Beats More 0:43:00 — The $12M Happiness Threshold 0:44:45 — Wealth as Master vs. Tool 0:47:15 — Chasing Shiny Objects 0:50:00 — Discipline to Say No 0:52:15 — Ali's Wealth Habits 0:54:30 — Essentialism in Practice 0:56:15 — $50K Divorce Bill Turning Point 0:57:45 — Betting on Yourself in Sales 0:59:15 — Hiring Wrong Managers Cost Millions 1:02:15 — Most Dangerous Dilemma Today 1:05:45 — ROLE Framework Walkthrough 1:09:30 — Ali's Ideal Time Allocation 1:10:45 — Why Entrepreneurs Shouldn't Retire 1:12:00 — Brett's Dad Working at 84 1:14:45 — Presence Is the Greatest Gift 1:16:45 — Phone Stack Explained 1:19:00 — No Phones Even in Bathrooms 1:20:00 — $20 Burner Phone Solution 1:23:45 — Three Life-Changing Books 1:25:15 — Best Purchase Under $200 1:26:30 — Advice to His 21-Year-Old Self 1:27:30 — Where to Find AliKey TakeawaysYou can't hit the brake and the gas at the same time. When pivoting in business, slow down first, turn, then accelerate. Trying to do both unsettles the car — and the team.The fastest line isn't the tightest line. Carry momentum through turns. Wide, smooth pivots beat sharp, jarring ones.Hit your Point of Optionality? Pause and reassess. Many entrepreneurs blow past the point where they have "enough" without ever stopping to ask what they actually want.Wealth is a tool, not a scoreboard. Its purpose is freedom — to live in alignment with your values.Better is better. Stop defaulting to "more" as the only measuring stick.Phone Stack your dinners. Phones in a pile, timer on, first person to check picks up the...

Discipline is choosing between what you want now and what you want most. — Abraham Lincoln Prior Session's Trade Execution Summary Grid: Receive TODAY's Trade Execution Summary Grid, our Complete Analysis & Predictions of Stocks, Bonds, Gold & Bitcoin by becoming a Patreon Member at any of our three levels of support: https://bit.ly/CWPatreonSupport Sign up at Trading View access my platform and charts: https://www.tradingview.com/?aff_id=136493 How to Set Up Our Three Time Frame Chart on TradingView: https://youtu.be/wLwTnrtAOTA I have opened my page to sharing. Find me on TradingView at Thom Goolsby. Here at Charting Wealth, we focus on the reality of price movement by following trends. We teach you a simple and effective method to read stock, ETF and crypto charts, keep your emotions in check and learn when to buy and when to sell. Charting is your road map to the market and the riches it can offer. Forget the hype you see and hear in the financial news media. They are selling products in print ads and commercials. Focus on what is real, no matter how hard it can be to believe! Otherwise, you become a sucker or worse, a slave, to the delusion someone else wants you to believe. Use the lessons we teach every day to accurately chart any stock, commodity, ETF and cryptocurrencies. We give you daily, real life lessons with the five ETFs we track: S&P 500, NASDAQ 100, 20-Year Treasury Bonds, Gold and Bitcoin. We have all the tools you need to learn how to trade. For subscribers, we have a GREAT TRAINING to SUPERCHARGE your practice trading: "Unveiling Investor Psychology: VPA & Candlesticks." https://bit.ly/3K4OLGt If you are not a subscriber, become one! Subscribe for FREE to our daily market reviews & training at http://www.ChartingWealth.com We urge you to "Follow the charts, NOT the noise!" and want to help you follow the market and improve your knowledge of stock and ETF movements. Support our work at PATREON and receive GREAT benefits (training, gifts, etc...): https://www.patreon.com/user?u=14138154 Receive our STOCK ALERTS via TEXT when WEEKLY VERTICAL CROSSOVERS occur. Very valuable information! Less than 8 texts a month. Text "chartingwealth" to 33222 on your cell phone. At ChartingWealth.com, http://chartingwealth.com every day the market is open, we chart the S&P 500, NASDAQ 100, Gold & Bonds. In just a few short minutes, we give you a valuable training update and quickly review the trends we see taking place in the market. At the end of every week, we give you an overview of what happened over the last five days and what's on the calendar for the next trading week. DISCLAIMER: We offer NO advice and make NO claims to expertise of any kind. This site is dedicated to knowledge and education through our stock chart training, reviews and other information -- nothing more.

In this episode of the Wonbyone Podcast, I sit down with Sydnie Banks — a one-of-one luxury handbag artist whose work has been featured at New York Fashion Week and Art Basel.We talk about her path into craftsmanship, starting with custom cowboy boots, and what it really looks like to commit to a craft for over a decade with no guarantees. Sydnie shares how growing up around creativity shaped her mindset, why being “all in” mattered early, and what it took to bet on herself again after loss, setbacks, and years of uncertainty.We get into the discipline behind making six-month pieces by hand, the mental overlap between artists and athletes, why becoming the best mattered more than selling fast, and what people don't see behind the finished product.This conversation is about patience, belief, and staying locked into your path — even when nobody's watching.Follow Sydnie:  @SydnieBanks  Follow Obi: @obiemeganoMake sure to follow us. WONBYONE MHP IG: https://www.instagram.com/wonbyonepodcast WONBYONE IG: https://www.instagram.com/wonby1ne/ OBI EMEGANO IG: https://www.instagram.com/obiemegano/ VISIT US : http://wonby1ne.com PODCAST ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wonbyone-podcast/id1603115592 PODCAST ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/62QmQX4OTyMcyReHoHo2bi?si=ef0f8b43c7b446f6Podcast Questions

People tell me all the time that I'm “the most disciplined person they know” - and they always want to know how I stay organized, productive, and focused without burning out. In this episode, I want to clear something up: most people aren't lazy. They're burnt out, overstimulated, emotionally dysregulated, and trying to rely on motivation instead of systems. We're reframing discipline as self-respect in action. I walk through why laziness is usually a misdiagnosis, how overstimulation and decision fatigue kill follow-through, and the exact skills that helped me move from “lazy-adjacent” to consistent, focused, and disciplined. If you want 2026 to be the year you actually follow through on your goals - without hating your life - this episode is for you.Subscribe to Beyond Your Budget:https://breakyourbudget.substack.com/Personal Finance Starter Kit: https://breakyourbudget.substack.com/p/your-personal-finance-starter-kitBREAK YOUR BUDGET RESOURCES:

Most producers think talent is the key.But if that was true, the most talented person in every room would win.In this episode, we talk about why discipline, consistency, and vision build sustainable DJ careers. We break down talent myths, social media numbers, bookings, and why showing up weekly matters more than perfection.For serious DJs and music producers who want longevity.Timestamps:(00:00) Intro(06:00) Talent vs Discipline(14:00) Tomorrowland Is Not a Strategy(22:00) Followers vs Community(30:00) Showing Up Weekly(52:00) What Makes Top Artists Different

Why do we wait until we're older to start taking care of our bodies again?   In this powerful episode of Tell The World Podcast, we break down the real reasons people stop exercising — and why so many wait until fear, pain, or a doctor's warning forces them to restart.   Is it comfort? Is it excuses? Is it life getting in the way?   We talk about who hangs in there when it gets hard… and who gives up when the results don't come fast enough.   This episode challenges you to rethink: • Discipline vs. motivation • Comfort vs. commitment • Short-term pain vs. long-term regret   Because exercise isn't about looking young again. It's about staying strong long enough to enjoy your life.   If you've ever said “I'll start next week”… this one is for you.   Let's motivate.

In this episode, Gino takes listeners on a deep dive into the 10 Disciplines, exploring both their practical application and their deeper meaning. He explains how the Disciplines are designed to meet people wherever they are, whether they are just beginning or ready to go beneath the surface.Gino walks through each Discipline, starting with the simple, tangible tools that help slow the mind and create clarity. From there, he invites listeners into the deeper layer, where instinct, intuition, and knowing begin to guide decisions. Throughout the episode, he emphasizes that neither approach is better than the other. Both matter. Both work.This episode is a reminder that the surface practices help train the mind, while the deeper understanding reconnects us to what our True Self already knows. The invitation is simple. Go as deep as you are ready, and trust that the Disciplines will support you at every step. Timestamps00:00 Introduction: A Deep Dive Into the 10 Disciplines00:29 The Disciplines Meet You Where You Are01:26 Discipline 1: Ten Year Thinking From Surface to Soul04:11 Discipline 2: Take Time Off and Restore Energy05:38 Discipline 3: Know Thyself06:36 Discipline 4: Be Still07:35 Discipline 5: Know Your 100 Percent08:37 Discipline 6: Say No Often09:37 Discipline 7: Do Not Do $25 an Hour Work11:33 Discipline 8 and 9: Prepare and Stay Present12:33 Discipline 10: Be Humble and Practice Gratitude ABOUT THE 10 DISCIPLINESThe 10 Disciplines, founded by Gino Wickman and Rob Dube, is on a mission to help one million drivel leaders realize it's possible to be driven and have peace while making a bigger impact. We want to help you shed the barriers and layers that prevent you from creating the balance between impact and peace, and your True Self. Are you ready to be fully yourself, without the burnout? This space is for driven leaders ready to stop chasing and start aligning. If you're done hiding behind hustle, achievement, and expectations… and you're ready to reconnect with who you really are, you're in the right place. CONNECT WITH US❤️ instagram.com/the10disciplines❤️ linkedin.com/company/the10disciplines/ MORE RESOURCES TO HELP YOUR INNER WORLD JOURNEY❤️ the10disciplines.com/blog❤️ shedandshinepodcast.com ⭐️ the10disciplines.com/shine

For five years, this podcast has been about starting—about identity, ownership, grit, and doing the hard internal work. But at some point, starting isn't the issue anymore. The real question becomes: how do you take the plan and move it to action? How do you move from motivation, which gets you in the gym on January 1, to discipline, which keeps you showing up on February 10 when the excitement fades?Today's conversation is about that shift. It's about what happens after the vision is clear, after the goals are set, and after the initial energy runs out. Because growth stalls when we try to carry everything alone. If we want to scale in business and in life, we need more than motivation. We need discipline, structure, feedback, and a community strong enough to hold the weight with us.Five Insights: 1. Motivation Starts. Discipline Sustains. Motivation is emotional. It's exciting. It's January 1 energy.Discipline is structural. It shows up when it's boring, inconvenient, or hard. If your growth relies on motivation alone, it will stall the moment things get uncomfortable. Discipline is what carries the vision when the emotion fades.2. You Will Plateau If You Try to Scale Alone. Early hustle works. Grit works. White-knuckling works… for a while. But just like a business, life scales through: Better systems, better feedback, and better people around you3. You Can't Out-Discipline What You Can't See. Blind spots don't announce themselves. Drift is quiet. Without feedback, you can be working hard in the wrong direction. Support doesn't replace discipline—it protects it.4. Growth Requires a Container. Growth doesn't happen randomly. It needs structure. You need a place to check in, to measure, to be honest... a place where excuses don't survive5. Support Is Infrastructure, Not Weakness. Community isn't for people who “can't handle it.”It's for people who want to scale. High-capacity operators break when they carry everything alone. The strongest leaders choose support on purpose. Growth starts internally. It sustains collectively. 

Stay the course and persevere through all that life throws at you!We continue with our episodes focused on the concept of Perseverance. I thought this would be a perfect follow-up to the last two weeks of quotes on Focus & Discipline. Once you have your discipline figured out, you need to focus your attention on maintaining all that you need to do to achieve your goals. Perseverance is the quality that will allow you to work through all the distractions that will try to steer you off course. You will hear five quotes today to help you do just that.As always, I am so grateful to all of you who support the podcast! I do this show because of you. While I enjoy the quotes myself, I do this podcast because many of you who are looking for inspiration and impact from these quotes come back and listen to it on a consistent basis. Thanks to all of you for being a huge part of this journey! In order to help me keep this journey going, please consider becoming a supporter of the show. You can donate to the show by clicking on the link below. Support the showFor more information to help you on your road to becoming your best, check us out at SlamDunkSuccess.com or email me at scott@slamdunksuccess.com.Our new background music, starting with Episode 300, is "Pulse of Time - Corporate Rock" by TunePocket. Our background music for the first 5 years of the podcast was "Dance in the Sun" by Krisztian Vass.

In a world that constantly pressures men to outsource responsibility, comfort has become a substitute for competence and dependence is sold as safety. But sovereignty isn't something given to you by institutions, culture, or circumstance. It's secured through discipline, ownership, and a commitment to lead yourself first. In this episode, we're talking about what it really means to secure your sovereignty—mentally, physically, financially, and morally—so no one else gets to dictate the terms of your life. My guest today, Ian Wendt, joins me for a powerful conversation on reclaiming authority over your decisions, your time, and your future. We dig into the hidden trade-offs men make when they surrender control, the systems that quietly erode independence, and the practical steps required to stand firm as a self-governed man in an increasingly unstable world. This isn't about rebellion, it's about responsibility. If you're serious about protecting what you've built and leading with clarity and conviction, this is a conversation you need to hear. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00:00 - The Evolution of Podcasting 00:13:36 - Ryan's Origin Story and Order of Man 00:29:03 - The State of Masculinity Today 00:44:18 - Leadership, Standards, and Responsibility 00:59:03 - Marriage, Fatherhood, and Presence 01:14:32 - Building Brotherhood and Community 01:29:01 - Discipline, Business, and Personal Code 01:44:07 - Final Advice for Men Who Want More 01:58:34 - Closing Thoughts Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready  

Entrepreneurship isn't about shortcuts — it's about staying disciplined long enough to create your own luck. In this episode of Right About Now, Ryan Alford sits down with Josh Snow, founder and CEO of Snow, for a raw and wide-ranging conversation on adversity, discipline, and what it really takes to build a lasting business. Josh shares how starting his first business at 13 out of financial necessity shaped his mindset, why he bootstrapped Snow into a global brand with over $100M in sales without pulling money out early, and how discipline early in life leads to freedom later. The conversation also explores reinvention, legacy, and why most people quit right before things start working. This episode is for builders who are playing the long game. Topics Covered Why adversity exists at every level of success Burning the boats and reinvesting in yourself Discipline vs. regret — and why discipline always wins How luck is created through preparation Producing vs. consuming in the age of distraction Reinventing yourself without asking permission Transitioning from survival mode to legacy mode Sponsors Are you interested in effortlessly growing your bitcoin portfolio?  ↳Gemini Crypto – gemini.com/card https://gemini.com/card?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=right_about_now&utm_content=host_read Connect & Learn More

On this episode of the Crosspolitic's 10 Shots of Sanity Series, Knox, Toby, and Gabe expose how the viral outrage over Nancy Wilson's spanking story reveals America's complete abandonment of 3,000 years of biblical wisdom on raising children. We trace the unbroken line from the rejection of the rod to overflowing prisons, warehouses for the elderly, and a generation paralyzed by anxiety despite receiving the most therapy in history. Its made clear that once the West decided discipline was abuse, everything from gentle parenting to toxic empathy to a multi-trillion dollar hole in the American economy became not just possible, but inevitable. The only path forward? A return to what built Western civilization in the first place: a biblical household. This episode is part 3 of 10 Shots of Sanity: A Crosspolitic CeniDoc Series Full Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRS7GEcgSeHJyVklZgFlzqdlYeZniNeaC ABOUT CROSSPOLITIC CrossPolitic exists to put Jesus over Politics and reclaim the public square through bold, joyful, biblically grounded media. We confront the chaos discipling America and build the next generation of Christian media infrastructure. Our mission is simple: all of Christ for all of media for all of America. Mainstream media is collapsing. Eighty-seven percent of journalists identify as progressive, and even many conservative outlets prioritize profit over principle. Meanwhile, billions of hours of digital content are discipling the world every day. CrossPolitic stands in that gap, producing courageous, entertaining, truth-filled media for households, churches, and leaders across the nation. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Let’s Talk About Spanking 4:57 Gentle Parenting Defined 10:45 The Strongest Predictor of Social Collapse 14:21 Understanding Biblical Discipline 18:24 The Sin of the Parent 21:14 Discipline for the Blessing of the Nation 24:04 The Rebuild 25:24 Outro Become a CrossPolitic Club Member Support the mission and unlock exclusive content, behind-the-scenes shows, and theology series. https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/menu/checkout Subscribe & Share! Every like, comment, and share helps push Christian media back into the algorithm where it belongs. Join Us at Our Next National Conference Sign up for Fight Laugh Feast 2026: Holy Wars and lock in Early Bird pricing. https://tickets.flfnetwork.com/holy-wars-conference Follow CrossPolitic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSPOLITIC X: https://x.com/CrossPolitic Facebook: https://facebook.com/crosspolitic Instagram: https://instagram.com/crosspolitic Join our Email List: https://crosspolitic.com/ Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NRBTV, DirecTV, Dish, and everywhere podcasts are found.

Pressure reveals the truth. It shows what you trained and what you avoided. In this episode, strength coach, strongman gym owner, mental conditioning coach, and licensed therapist Brian Alsruhe talks with Joe De Sena about why discipline fails before strength and how missed decisions under stress lead to quitting. They break down using physical hardship to train the mind, stacking small wins daily, and choosing discomfort to build resilience. The listener gains simple rules to perform under pressure, own outcomes, and stop making excuses.   Things You Will Learn How pressure exposes weak discipline How to build mental toughness through daily discomfort How small decisions decide long-term performance Tools & Frameworks Covered Stacked Wins: build discipline through daily action Pressure Training: sharpen decision-making under stress Discomfort Practice: strengthen resilience before it's required   If this episode moved you, don't just listen. Do something about it. Sign up. Show up. Do the work. Spartan.com. No more excuses.   Guest Bio: Brian Alsruhe is a strength coach, strongman athlete, and founder of NEVERsate Athletics, a global community built around resilience, discipline, and personal accountability. His background in counter terrorism and his work toward a graduate degree in clinical mental health shaped his approach to physical and emotional endurance under real pressure. Brian's life represents three core themes: overcoming adversity through discomfort, using strength as a tool for transformation, and teaching people to become harder to kill in both body and mindset.   Connect to Brian: Website: https://www.neversate.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neversate  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8Rt7E2JVz4fPmC8AhjDoaA    

“The Discipline of Development: Growing When You're Already Good” focuses on intentional growth for leaders who are already performing well. Dr. Walker highlights desire, diligence, discomfort, and dependence on God as keys to ongoing development. Listeners are challenged to stretch themselves and elevate their leadership impact.

On this episode of the Crosspolitic's 10 Shots of Sanity Series, Knox, Toby, and Gabe expose how the viral outrage over Nancy Wilson's spanking story reveals America's complete abandonment of 3,000 years of biblical wisdom on raising children. We trace the unbroken line from the rejection of the rod to overflowing prisons, warehouses for the elderly, and a generation paralyzed by anxiety despite receiving the most therapy in history. Its made clear that once the West decided discipline was abuse, everything from gentle parenting to toxic empathy to a multi-trillion dollar hole in the American economy became not just possible, but inevitable. The only path forward? A return to what built Western civilization in the first place: a biblical household. This episode is part 3 of 10 Shots of Sanity: A Crosspolitic CeniDoc Series Full Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRS7GEcgSeHJyVklZgFlzqdlYeZniNeaC ABOUT CROSSPOLITIC CrossPolitic exists to put Jesus over Politics and reclaim the public square through bold, joyful, biblically grounded media. We confront the chaos discipling America and build the next generation of Christian media infrastructure. Our mission is simple: all of Christ for all of media for all of America. Mainstream media is collapsing. Eighty-seven percent of journalists identify as progressive, and even many conservative outlets prioritize profit over principle. Meanwhile, billions of hours of digital content are discipling the world every day. CrossPolitic stands in that gap, producing courageous, entertaining, truth-filled media for households, churches, and leaders across the nation. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Let’s Talk About Spanking 4:57 Gentle Parenting Defined 10:45 The Strongest Predictor of Social Collapse 14:21 Understanding Biblical Discipline 18:24 The Sin of the Parent 21:14 Discipline for the Blessing of the Nation 24:04 The Rebuild 25:24 Outro Become a CrossPolitic Club Member Support the mission and unlock exclusive content, behind-the-scenes shows, and theology series. https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/menu/checkout Subscribe & Share! Every like, comment, and share helps push Christian media back into the algorithm where it belongs. Join Us at Our Next National Conference Sign up for Fight Laugh Feast 2026: Holy Wars and lock in Early Bird pricing. https://tickets.flfnetwork.com/holy-wars-conference Follow CrossPolitic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSPOLITIC X: https://x.com/CrossPolitic Facebook: https://facebook.com/crosspolitic Instagram: https://instagram.com/crosspolitic Join our Email List: https://crosspolitic.com/ Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NRBTV, DirecTV, Dish, and everywhere podcasts are found.

This episode marks a huge turning point for the podcast. We're making the scariest decision of our lives—going all-in on content, leaving our jobs, and betting on ourselves. More Content & Channel Perks With Youtube Memberships!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcgSueiSghRsBLNuvK8MOQg/join Call Us To Be On The Show!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdV8WNMg69TLL4nYttVh_mKAoLRYzRtnCT226InJqh3ixQR5g/viewform Want to send us a gift?PO BOX 311145Fontana, Ca 92331 Follow Us!https://linktr.ee/buenobuenopdc Saul V GomezInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/saulvgomez/Twitter - https://twitter.com/Saulvgomez_Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@saulvgomez Hans EsquivelInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/hans_esquivel/Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@hanss444 RexxInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/rexxb/Twitter - https://twitter.com/rexxgodbTik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rexx.b1 Bueno Bueno00:00 – The Announcement We've Been Waiting For01:10 – Quitting Our Jobs & Going Full-Time03:15 – Imposter Syndrome & the “Leap of Faith”05:20 – Why This Year Is the Moment of Truth07:55 – Ending Patreon & Moving to YouTube Memberships10:05 – Discipline, Gym Routines & No More Excuses12:30 – First Caller: Family, Money & Setting Boundaries18:00 – When Helping Family Starts Hurting Your Own25:00 – Hard Truths About Parents, Money & Guilt35:10 – Second Caller: CPR, Trauma & Saving a Life41:30 – The Reality of Working With Autistic Children45:40 – Burnout, Career Changes & Choosing Yourself49:45 – Dating, Lust vs Love & Knowing Your Worth51:00 – Final Thoughts & What's Coming Next

Outlouders, enjoy this free taste of Mia asking which generation of parents is top of the leaderboard on today's subscriber episode. Listen to the complete episode of The Generation Who Wins Parenting at 5pm today. Not a subscriber, you say? Do yourself a favour.What happens when Gen X realises she’s starting to look like her mum — and that her kids are now the age she was when she thought her parents were ancient? A very MMOL conversation, that’s what. In this subscriber-only episode, Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright and Jessie Stephens unpack how parenting has shifted across generations — from Boomer hands-off freedom, to Gen X helicoptering, to Millennial optimisation, expertise and AI-assisted anxiety spirals. They talk latchkey childhoods, being raised by parents who were very much the main characters, and why modern parenting feels like a never-ending performance review. There’s guilt, control, tracking apps, bedtime boundaries, feminist car lectures, and the uncomfortable truth that our kids don’t magically become independent just because they turn 18. Outlouders, we want to hear from you: did you parent the way you were parented — or swing wildly in the opposite direction? Let us know in Mamamia Outlouders.Remember, this is your little treat; a sample of the full subs experience. The full debrief drops for subscribers at 5pm. What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: The Most Bizarre Celebrity Profile We’ve Ever Read Listen: Do I Matter? & The Bathroom Taboo Listen: The Female Emaciation Era — Holly & Jessie Weigh In Listen: An Urgent Theory About Kim Kardashian & Lewis Hamilton Listen: Scurrilous Gossip - Karl Stefanovic, Melania Trump & Sydney Sweeney, Oh My Listen: Fertility Vampires & The Murkiness Of 'Affair Baiting' Listen: It's Time To Burp Your House & The 3, 5, 7 Underwear Rule Listen: The New 'Wronged Wife' Divorce Playbook Listen: A Royal Summer Update Of Very Big Feelings Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: 'I'm a millennial mum. These are the differences I've noticed between Gen X and millennial parents.' A teacher has compared the parenting of baby boomers, Gen X and millennials and... woah. Gen X and Millennials just discovered 'dishonest harmony'. They blame the Boomers. The forgotten middle children of Generation X have something to say. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloudBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some men are shaped by comfort. Others are forged in chaos. In this episode, I sit down with Kelly Siegel, founder of the Harder Than Life movement, to unpack what it actually takes to break generational cycles, rebuild trust with yourself, and lead your family with discipline and integrity—no matter where you came from.   Kelly shares his raw story of growing up in extreme abuse, addiction, and instability, and how sobriety, radical self-discipline, and daily non-negotiable routines completely transformed his life. We talk about nervous system healing, trusting yourself again, enforcing boundaries instead of talking about them, and what it looks like to be the father you never had. This conversation is intense, honest, and deeply hopeful for any man who refuses to let his past dictate his future.     Timeline Summary [0:00] Why excuses keep men stuck and how discipline breaks the cycle [1:39] Introducing Kelly Siegel and the Harder Than Life movement [2:22] Growing up in extreme chaos, abuse, and addiction [2:50] Turning trauma into fuel instead of identity [5:21] Seven years of sobriety and the decision that changed everything [7:31] Handling judgment, criticism, and online hate without losing integrity [8:55] Keeping your word to yourself when no one is watching [10:10] Childhood abuse and how it dysregulates the nervous system [12:03] Why sobriety unlocked clarity, discipline, and purpose [14:48] Cutting off toxic family relationships to protect healing [18:52] Forgiveness as freedom—not reconciliation [19:48] EMDR, hypnotherapy, and deep therapeutic work [22:03] Kelly's exact daily routine and why structure creates safety [24:26] Learning to love yourself when you never experienced it growing up [26:04] Cooking breakfast daily and building connection with his daughter [27:53] Asking better questions to deepen parent-child connection [29:38] Trusting yourself as the foundation of confidence [33:04] Boundaries vs. standards—and the power of enforcement [35:36] Why hard challenges build unshakeable self-trust [40:33] Breaking generational cycles and raising a confident daughter [45:44] Finding the gifts inside even the most painful childhoods [50:31] Why you don't owe access to people who hurt you [54:03] Strong fathers as the solution to cultural chaos [57:29] Healing yourself to heal the world     Five Key Takeaways Discipline creates freedom, especially for men who grew up in chaos.  Trust is built by keeping promises to yourself, not by motivation or hype.  Boundaries only work when they're enforced, not just talked about.  Healing your nervous system changes how you lead, parent, and love.  You can break generational cycles, even if no one modeled it for you.      Links & Resources Kelly Siegel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelly.siegel.71/ Kelly Siegel on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialkellysiegel Kelly Siegel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-siegel-0146a3/ Harder Than Life Podcast: https://www.harderthanlife.com/podcasts/ Episode Show Notes & Resources: https://thedadedge.com/1437     Closing Remark   If this episode challenged you to stop making excuses and start keeping promises to yourself, please rate, review, follow, and share the podcast. Your past does not define you—but your daily discipline will. From my heart to yours, go out and live legendary.