As the new year approaches, most people start thinking about goals. New routines. New plans. A fresh burst of motivation that—statistically—won’t last past February.

Pauly Domenech doesn’t live that way.

In this episode of Life Well Lived, James Nutter welcomes Pauly for a raw, energizing conversation about why standards—not goals—are what actually change lives. Pauly’s life story is anything but polished: growing up feeling like an outsider, facing real consequences, rebuilding through discipline, combat sports, faith, and relentless consistency. What emerged wasn’t perfection—but resilience.

Pauly explains why goals fail when they’re not rooted in identity, why discipline eventually becomes automatic when standards are aligned with who you want to become, and how pressure doesn’t break you—it reveals you. From jiu-jitsu mats to Ironman training to leadership in business and family life, Pauly shares what it means to live by non-negotiable principles rather than fleeting motivation.

The conversation moves beyond productivity and into something deeper: servant leadership, faith, responsibility, and the idea that if you can do something—you must. Whether it’s your health, your relationships, your work, or your calling, this episode challenges listeners to stop drifting, stop negotiating with their comfort, and start showing up fully.

This isn’t about doing more.
It’s about becoming more—on purpose.

• Why goals fail when they aren’t tied to identity
• The difference between motivation and standards
• How discipline turns into freedom over time
• Why pressure doesn’t build character—it exposes it
• The role faith plays in resilience and leadership
• What “If you can, you must” really means
• How to create non-negotiable daily habits that compound
• Why servant leadership leads to lasting fulfillment
• How to stop letting feelings derail your potential
• Why the hardest seasons often become the greatest setups

A strong life isn’t built in moments of motivation—it’s built through standards you refuse to negotiate.

If you want a life that doesn’t break under pressure, you have to become the kind of person who shows up even when it’s uncomfortable—especially then.

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This isn’t just another finance podcast—it’s a movement. We’re challenging the status quo, cutting through the noise, and giving physicians real strategies to take control of their money and their future. 

Because true wealth isn’t just about numbers—it’s about freedom.

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James Nutter is on a mission to help physicians reclaim their financial power. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges doctors face, he provides real-world strategies that cut through the noise and lead to lasting financial freedom.

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