In this episode of the I Am Mentally Tough podcast, Coach G interviews her dear friend Charlie Smith, a keynote speaker and mental performance coach, about his motto "My Life, My Pen." Charlie shares his personal story of overcoming a violent childhood and substance abuse by taking control of his life's narrative. He discusses his five pillars of personal development, starting with knowing who you are and setting realistic goals. Coach G and Charlie emphasize the importance of building confidence, maintaining healthy habits, and practicing self-compassion. Together, they highlight the significance of understanding one's core values and principles to become the best version of oneself while pursuing excellence.

Charlie Smith, a national keynote speaker and mental

performance consultant, leverages 30 years as a

commercial real estate investor with a compelling

personal journey of overcoming adversity in his life. His

mission is to impact, educate, and empower others to

become fulfilled in every aspect of their lives, through his

work. He wants you to change your life for the better by

changing the way you think. Charlie's professional career

includes over a billion dollars of real estate transactions

allowing him to combine practical business experience

with cutting-edge mental performance skills. Focused on

mindset and leadership development, he imparts

strategies for creating unshakeable self-confidence and

the resilience to elevate through adversity. Charlie's

impactful influence spans Fortune 300 companies,

high-level executives, leadership teams, athletes, and

Academy Award Winners. Through his signature

platform, ‘My Life, My Pen,' he inspires you to own the

pen and become the intentional author the life you not

only want, but deserve. Too often we let other people

and circumstances dictate our path forward. It's your life.

You should own the pen! Here are Charlie's 5 Pillars:

The 5 pillars of the PEN

Click here to view Charlie's website and to contact him!