In this episode, Lucas Angelakos tackles a challenge every high-performer will face sooner or later: being disrespected. And more importantly — how you respond to it defines your character.

💥 Core Message: Disrespect is inevitable. React emotionally, and you give your power away. Stay calm, clear, and confident — and you win without raising your voice.

🔑 Key Points:

• This episode is not about being soft or overly sensitive.
• It’s about handling blatant disrespect with strength, control, and class.
• If someone undermines you to your face — in business, in life, wherever — it must be called out, but never emotionally.

🧠 Lucas’ Real-World Story:

• At a property inspection, a stranger disrespected Lucas in front of a buyer — ignoring him and mocking agents openly.
• Instead of reacting emotionally, Lucas stayed composed and later sought guidance.
• From that experience, he learned a process he now uses — and teaches — for handling disrespect like a pro.

⚔️ The 5-Step Strategy for Handling Disrespect:

1. Don’t react emotionally. Control = Power. If you lose your cool, they’ve already won.
2. Calmly label what’s happening. Say something like:“Hey, it seems like you’ve got a problem with me.” Delivered with calm confidence — no anger.
3. If they double down, respond with logic:“I don’t care if you like me. I’m not here for that. But if we’re going to be around each other, let’s keep it professional.”
4. Pick your battles. Not every little jab deserves your energy. Save your strength for the real fights.
5. Never let someone’s status stop you from defending your self-respect. Whether it’s a stranger or someone with power, you have a right to call out blatant disrespect.

📜 Stoic & Biblical Wisdom:

• Epictetus:“When someone irritates you, realize it is your own opinion that has been irritated.” You control you, not them.
• Proverbs:“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” The strongest person in the room doesn’t need to raise their voice.
• Even Jesus, in the face of hatred and betrayal, stayed calm, composed, and in full control — only showing righteous emotion when it served a clear purpose.

💡 Final Insight:

“If you don’t respect yourself, no one else will.” “People treat you the way you let them.”

Your self-respect comes from your self-image, and that’s built through your daily actions, discipline, and the person you choose to be.

💥 Core Message: Fear can drive success — but if left unchecked, it will steal your joy, connection, and purpose.

🔑 Key Points:

• Many high achievers grind not out of purpose, but out of fear — the fear of becoming who they once were.
• That fear becomes fuel: early mornings, late nights, no excuses.
• But there’s a shadow side: when the grind consumes you so much that you start missing life itself.

🧠 Lucas’ Real Talk & Personal Story:

• Lucas shares how he crushes daily tasks (inspired by Andy Frisella’s method), but admits that he’s sometimes too wired to relax — even with loved ones.
• The result? Success on paper, but emotional distance and disconnection in life.

“It’s like building a big house and forgetting to make it a home.”

📜 Philosophy Meets Faith:

• Marcus Aurelius (Stoicism):Don’t waste your life on trivial things or emotions. The Stoics knew relentless hustle must be paired with deep awareness.
• The Bible:“To everything there is a season…” Work is sacred — but so is rest, laughter, and love.

🧩 Why We Struggle to Slow Down:

• Many tie their self-worth to productivity.
• Slowing down feels like failure. But the truth is:

Fear should not lead. Faith should.

🛠️ Lucas’ 4 Practices for Reclaiming Life While Grinding:

1. Schedule family time like a meeting — non-negotiable.
2. Bring your people into your mission — don’t treat them like distractions.
3. Choose joy now — don’t treat happiness like a prize for later.
4. Lead with faith, not fear — trust you won’t “lose it all” by living a full life.

💎 Final Insight:

“We don’t build our dreams just to sit in an empty room full of trophies.”

Grind hard. Be disciplined. But don’t forget to actually live.

In this episode, Lucas Angelakos brings a powerful reminder: it’s not talent, luck, or opportunity that changes your life — it’s a decision. A single committed choice can completely shift the course of your future.

💥 Key Takeaways:

• Change starts with a decision, not a perfect plan.
• Overthinking kills action. Waiting for the "perfect time" will keep you stuck forever.
• True commitment means burning your ships — removing the option of retreat and forcing yourself to succeed.

🛡️ Stories and Lessons:

• Historical Story: Warriors landing on enemy shores burned their ships, deciding they would either conquer or die — no Plan B.
• Personal Story: Lucas walked away from university when he realized he was living someone else's life. He committed fully to sales, MMA, and personal growth — burning his own ships and never looking back.

🔍 Facing Fear and Taking Calculated Risks:

• Fear doesn’t disappear; you act despite it.
• Ask: What’s truly the worst that could happen? If you still have your health, family, and shelter — you’ll survive and rebuild.
• Comfort disguised as safety will kill dreams faster than failure.

🧠 Big Wisdom Drops:

• Marcus Aurelius:

"A man's life is what his thoughts make of it." — But thoughts mean nothing without decisions and action.

• Faith and Decision: Faith doesn’t wait for comfort. It acts. Choosing is a spiritual, powerful move.

📜 Final Thoughts:

• Take calculated risks — be brave, not reckless.
• Sometimes the reasons you think you can't are the reasons you must.
• Freedom comes from commitment, not comfort.
• One decision today can change everything about your future.

Lucas' Sign-off: Make the decision. Commit fully. Burn the ships. Stay relentless, stay focused — and let’s get it.

In this episode, Lucas dives deep into a critical personal growth topic: emotional control. Sharing both personal stories from his MMA career and real estate journey, Lucas emphasizes how unchecked emotions can sabotage success, while mastering them can unlock growth.

💡 Key Message: You’ll never fully eliminate emotions — the goal isn’t perfection, it’s progress. Emotional control is the difference between winners and those who fall short.

🔥 Real Talk:

• Story #1: Early in his real estate career, Lucas let his ego flare up during a negotiation. His emotions got the better of him, and the deal fell apart.
• Story #2: In his first MMA fight, Lucas was seconds away from victory, but his bottled-up emotions clouded his judgment. He made one emotional move and got choked out in the final 10 seconds. Lesson learned: emotions kill focus.

🧠 The 4-Step Emotional Control Process:

1. Awareness — Catch yourself in the moment when emotions flare up.
2. Perspective — Ask: Will this matter tomorrow, next year, five years from now? If not: “Let it go.”
3. Identity Check — Remind yourself: Am I reactive, or am I composed?
4. Truth Scan — Ask: Is this reaction coming from ego, insecurity, or something deeper? Growth starts here.

📜 Wisdom Drops:

• Stoicism:

“You have power over your mind — not outside events. Realize this and you will find strength.” — Marcus Aurelius “A man who is angry is a man who has forgotten reason.” — Seneca

• Biblical Insight:

“He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city.”

💎 Final Takeaway: Control your emotions, control your life. People, situations, and the world will test you — your greatness lies in how you respond, not react.

In this episode, Lucas Angelakos breaks down the myth of needing self-belief before taking action. He argues that while belief in yourself is powerful, it's not a prerequisite to getting started—faith and action come first.

💥 Key Takeaways: Most people wait for confidence before they act, but that's backwards. It's like saying, “I’ll go to the gym once I’m fit.” Belief is built over time—through small wins and consistent effort. Faith is what you need at the beginning. It's the decision to keep going even when there's no evidence that you’ll succeed. Stop waiting to feel ready. Confidence and success come after you've taken repeated action. You have control over your mind, not your circumstances. Don't give away your power to fear, excuses, or others. Referencing Stoic philosophers like Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus, Lucas emphasizes discipline, mindset, and responsibility over external validation.

🔥 Final Challenge: Take action today—even if you don’t feel confident. Whether it’s a business move, fitness goal, or personal step, start now, and let belief catch up with your actions.

Episode Overview: In this episode of The Angelakos Show, host Lucas Angelakos breaks down one of the biggest reasons people stay stuck: misplaced focus. Your energy is your currency, and what you invest in—whether it's negativity, drama, or distractions—determines your results. Lucas shares hard-hitting insights on why you need to audit your thoughts, cut toxic people from your circle, and align your focus with success. If you want to level up, this is your wake-up call.

Key Takeaways: ✅ What you focus on, you attract—so choose wisely. ✅ Your circle can either elevate or drain you—audit it now. ✅ High performers don’t waste energy on complainers—why should you? ✅ Take action today: Audit your focus & relationships.

🔥 If you're ready to lock in and build the life you want, listen in, execute, and get to work. No excuses. No distractions. Just results.

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Episode Overview:

In this episode of The Angelakos Show, host Lucas Angelakos keeps it raw and real—breaking down one of the biggest roadblocks holding people back: the fear of sucking. Whether you're starting a new career, learning a skill, or chasing your dream, the truth is you’re going to be bad at it before you get good—and that’s exactly how it should be.

Lucas dives deep into why embracing failure is the key to growth, why perfectionism is a trap, and why comfort is the enemy of success. If you’re tired of sitting on the sidelines, waiting for the “perfect” moment, this episode is your wake-up call. Stop overthinking, start doing, and be willing to suck—because that’s the price of greatness.

🔹 Why ego is holding you back 🔹 The myth of perfection & why it’s keeping you stuck 🔹 The only way to fast-track success 🔹 How to use failure as fuel

Are you all in or staying average? Tune in, take action, and let’s get it. 💥

Angelakos Podcast - Episode 1: Genesis - Laying Down The foundations Host:

Lucas Angelakos Age: 27 Profession: Sales and Leasing Agent | MMA Fighter (3-2 record)

Episode Highlights:

1. Introduction to Lucas:
   • Lucas introduces himself as one of Sydney's fastest-growing sales and leasing agents and an MMA fighter with a 3-2 record.
2. The Beginning of the Journey:
   • Lucas reflects on the pivotal moment that sparked his desire for change. Five years ago, he felt an overwhelming urge for something more—a better life, better relationships, and a greater impact on the world.
3. Discovering the Power of Mentorship:
   • After his first MMA fight, Lucas’s friend Ali introduced him to the Real AF podcast by Andy Frisella (formerly known as the MF CEO podcast).
4. Why Start This Podcast:
   • Lucas shares three reasons for launching the podcast:
     • Mentorship: He wants to give back by mentoring others as he was mentored.
     • Motivation: He’s passionate about motivating others to pursue personal excellence.
     • Tracking the Journey: Lucas wants to document his personal journey, brand development, and growth, starting from the very beginning to show others what’s possible.
5. Discipline Over Motivation:
   • Lucas discusses the common misconception that successful people are always motivated. In reality, what sets them apart is discipline—not motivation.
6. The Importance of Discipline:
   • The key to achieving success is the ability to act and perform tasks even when you're not feeling motivated. This is where discipline comes in.The Production Pivot:
   • Lucas introduces a tool called the “pivot point,” learned from Andy Frisella. This tool helps you make better decisions when faced with the choice of whether to act or not.
7. Building Self-Discipline:
   • Every time you act against your doubts and discomfort, you strengthen your discipline, resilience, and confidence. Over time, these moments add up and contribute to building a strong character.
8. Overcoming the Days You Don’t Feel Like It:
   • One of Lucas’s favorite quotes from Epictetus: “No man is free who is not master of himself.”
   • Success isn't about avoiding tough days; it’s about how you show up and do the work when you don’t feel like it.
   • Lucas encourages listeners to ask themselves how they act when no one is watching, when there’s no external motivation. This is where true growth happens.

Final Takeaways:

• Discipline is key to success, not fleeting motivation.
• Track your journey—whether it's your fitness goals, career, or personal growth, documenting your development helps you stay on course.
• Use tools like the Production Point to make better decisions when faced with moments of doubt.
• Consistency and resilience—success is about showing up, even when it’s hard.

Listen to the full episode for more insights from Lucas Angelakos as he begins his journey toward personal excellence!