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How many times have you avoided a conversation you knew needed to be had?

In this week’s episode, I dive into the hidden costs of avoiding difficult conversations—with ourselves, our doctors, our bosses, and those closest to us.

Through raw personal examples from my own life, I share how I repeatedly postponed doctor appointments despite knowing my health was deteriorating, stayed in relationships long past their expiration date, and watched opportunities pass me by—all because I feared uncomfortable conversations. The pattern became clear: avoiding discomfort wasn’t protecting me; it was preventing my growth and compounding my problems.

The transformative power of difficult conversations cannot be overstated. When we finally summon the courage to have that health discussion, career conversation, or challenging personal exchange, we often discover that the anticipation was worse than the actual experience. More importantly, these conversations become catalysts for meaningful change and personal evolution.

I’ve learned that growth happens at the edge of comfort—particularly in those moments when our bodies are literally squirming with discomfort during difficult discussions. Whether it’s questioning limiting beliefs about what’s possible for “people like us,” setting boundaries in relationships, or simply asking clarifying questions when confused, using your voice is an act of personal power.

Remember: problems exist whether we acknowledge them or not. The difference is that confronting them through conversation opens the door to solutions. Your willingness to engage in difficult conversations might just be the key that unlocks your next level of growth and fulfillment.

What difficult conversation are you avoiding today? Your future self is waiting on the other side of that discomfort.

Listen, reflect, and if this resonates with you or someone you know, please share this episode—it might be exactly what they need to hear.

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Have you ever caught yourself mimicking the exact behaviors you swore you'd never repeat? That moment when you realize you're becoming a carbon copy of family patterns that never served you well?

Breaking free from generational cycles is perhaps one of the most courageous acts of self-love we can undertake. In this deeply personal episode, I explore the delicate balance between honoring our family connections while refusing to become prisoners of inherited patterns that don't serve our growth. Drawing from my own journey, I share how I transformed from someone who blamed my family for my circumstances to someone who took complete ownership of my path forward.

We examine the concept of generational curses—those habits, beliefs, and behaviors that silently transfer from grandparents to parents to children—and how they manifest in everything from financial instability to health problems to limiting mindsets. But this isn't just about identifying what's wrong; it's about the profound freedom that comes from recognizing you have choices your ancestors perhaps never realized they had.

This conversation isn't about rejection or judgment of family. It's about standing in your truth while maintaining unconditional love. It's about creating a new legacy that future generations can build upon, rather than struggle to overcome. Whether you're contemplating a path different from your family's expectations or already walking it, this episode affirms your right to authenticity without sacrificing connection.

Your family shaped who you are, but they don't determine who you become. That power has always belonged to you. Listen, reflect, and consider: what patterns are you ready to break, and what new legacy are you prepared to create?

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What happens when you stop trying to fit in and start embracing your authentic self?

That’s the question at the heart of this milestone 125th episode of Compounding.

This episode challenges the notion that social acceptance should be our primary goal. Through personal experiences and honest reflection, we explore why the truly fulfilled individuals—the 1%—aren’t distinguished by their wealth, but by their consistent positive attitudes, healthy bodies, strong minds, and refusal to join the chorus of complaints that dominate most workplaces and social circles.

The journey toward authenticity often begins with small changes: approaching Monday with enthusiasm rather than dread, or questioning long-held beliefs that no longer serve you. But these seemingly minor shifts create a ripple effect, gradually separating you from those content with mediocrity. This separation isn’t failure—it’s evidence of growth.

Personal development is inherently solitary at times. As you evolve, you’ll likely spend more time alone—not because you’re unlikable, but because you become increasingly selective about the energy you allow into your life. This solitude isn’t punishment; it’s the fertile ground where your authentic self can flourish without compromise. Eventually, this authenticity attracts relationships of genuine depth and meaning—connections built on shared values rather than convenience.

Refuse to wear masks for the sake of satisfying others’ expectations of you.

Remember this: the better you become, the more certain you are of who you are, what you want, and the things you stand for… the less you’ll fit in. And that’s great.

Thank you for listening—and as always, enjoy.

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Perspective shapes everything—from how we greet each morning to the results we achieve and the relationships we build.

The world doesn’t just happen to us—we actively interpret it through the perspectives we choose.

When we look at life through lenses of scarcity, negativity, and blame, we find endless evidence to confirm our worst fears.

But when we approach life with faith and possibility, entirely new pathways begin to emerge.

This isn’t about toxic positivity or ignoring life’s very real challenges.

Pain, struggle, and difficulty are inevitable parts of any meaningful journey.

The difference lies in how we frame those experiences:

Are they proof the world is against us?

Or are they natural elements of growth?

One of my favorite analogies is this: Some people focus entirely on what’s wrong—on the bad—when right in front of them are opportunities and good things waiting to be noticed.

Your perspective is a choice you make daily.

No matter what’s happening around you, you can choose to:

✨ Have better conversations with yourself

✨ Nourish your body

✨ Show care to those you love

✨ Leave strangers better for having crossed your path

By choosing this outlook, you don’t just change how you feel—you transform your reality and the results that follow.

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What does it mean to truly take ownership of who you're becoming? In this thought-provoking episode, I explain a great concept from author James Clear that has transformed my approach to personal growth: "Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become."

Drawing from my own experience of transformation, I share a mental framework that has helped me make better choices daily. Think of yourself as the main character in a video game—are you satisfied with what you see? While we can't change certain attributes like height or age, we have tremendous power to transform other aspects through consistent choices. The key is developing a crystal-clear mental image of who you want to become and aligning your daily decisions with that vision.

This perspective shifts responsibility back to us in a profound way. Rather than blaming external circumstances, we recognize our power to control our future through deliberate choices. Yes, the world may have been unfair, but by taking ownership of our path forward, we reclaim ourselves. Each decision—whether to pursue growth or settle for comfort—is essentially casting a vote for the person we're becoming. These votes accumulate over time, gradually transforming us into either someone we aspire to be or someone we never intended to become.

Time is constantly moving forward, but that doesn't mean we can't become better at navigating life's challenges. Start this week by asking yourself: What choices can I make today that will lead me closer to becoming the person I wish to be? Your future self will thank you for the votes you cast today. Happy Father's Day to all the dads listening, and remember—you have the power to shape who you become through every choice you make.

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Have you ever caught yourself thinking "It's too late for me to change" or "I've already invested so much time in this path"? That limiting belief might be the only thing standing between you and the life you truly desire.

In this deeply personal episode, I open up about my own journey balancing life as a full-time plumber while pursuing my passion for speaking and helping others. Despite knowing from age 24 that I wanted to inspire people through speaking, I spent years convincing myself it was too late to change direction. "Who do you think you are?" my inner critic would ask. "You're a plumber. You've already dedicated years to this career."

This mental prison of permanence - the belief that where we are now is where we must remain - is perhaps the most dangerous obstacle to personal growth. Yet I've discovered that transformation doesn't have an expiration date. Most people I admire didn't find true success until their 30s or 40s. Their early years were spent exploring, making mistakes, learning, and gradually discovering their direction.

Today, I enjoy the blessing of inspiring others through speaking while still working as a plumber to pay the bills. The journey isn't about making dramatic overnight changes; it's about taking steady steps toward your dreams. Yes, it might take years or even a decade to fully transition, but that decade will pass anyway. When it does, you can either be a decade older having moved toward your dreams, or a decade older in exactly the same place, filled with even more regret.

What limiting belief is holding you back? What would your life look like if you refused to believe it was too late? When you reach the end of your life, will you think about all the joy you experienced, or will you be haunted by "I wish" and "I should have"? The answer is being determined by the choices you make today.

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A profound truth: difficulty is woven into the fabric of our existence. To expect only comfort and satisfaction is to set ourselves up for disappointment. The real power comes not from avoiding hardship, but from choosing which hardships align with the life we truly want.

Through personal experiences I share my own transformation from someone trapped in the difficulties of unhealthy habits – the mental drain of knowing I wasn't living up to my potential, the physical limitations of poor health, the financial stress of irresponsible choices – to someone who embraced different difficulties: the discipline of consistent exercise, mindful eating, deeper relationships, and purposeful living. Both paths were hard, but they led to radically different destinations.

Understand this...Staying overweight is hard; getting fit is hard. Being broke is hard; building wealth is hard. Toxic relationships are hard; nurturing quality connections is hard. Life doesn't get easier – we simply get to decide which version of hard we want to experience. The difficulties we choose through intentional action tend to improve our life's trajectory, while those that come from neglect or passivity often lead to regret.

We are now half way done with 2025, take this opportunity to reflect on which difficulties you're currently enduring and whether they're ones you would consciously choose. Remember that regardless of what you decide, difficulty will be present – you simply get to determine which form it takes and where it leads you. Choose your hard wisely, and watch how that choice transforms not just your days, but your entire life experience.

Listen now and join the 1%. A community of individuals committed to compounding small, difficult choices into remarkable lives. What difficulties will you choose today?

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In this weeks episode Samer and I cover multiple topics which all led to a wonderful conversation about progress and overcoming self limiting thoughts.

Below are some of the subjects covered and I hope they're as valuable to you as they are to me! Everything that I share is with hopes that you learn from my mistakes so as to not repeat them in your journey.

• Creating yourself is intentional and within your control, unlike finding which relies on luck or chance
• Purpose gives meaning to days that otherwise feel mundane and directionless 
• Scheduling intentional relaxation time removes the anxiety of "wasting" a day
• Most people we admire are just winging it too, so don't put others on pedestals
• Comparison is the thief of joy and limits what you believe is possible
• Happiness is a choice about perspective and contentment rather than constant joy
• Your self-image dictates your daily decisions and actions
• Every win against temptation brings you closer to becoming your best self
• Consistency and discipline are the boring but effective keys to transformation
• Your journey is unique, and there's no single "right way" to approach personal growth

Remember that you have a responsibility to make something great out of yourself, and if you don't achieve it, you can't blame anybody but yourself.

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Have you ever made a promise to yourself only to break it days later? That cycle of inconsistency is something I battled for years until I discovered what I now call "the switch" - The moment I know its time to build momentum in a progressive direction again.

Fresh off a 30-week bodybuilding preparation that demanded unwavering commitment, I deliberately gave myself permission to ease up for a month. Morning donuts, evening desserts, and spontaneous takeout replaced my tracked meals. This wasn't a failure of willpower but a conscious decision to temporarily turn my discipline switch "off." I knew internally that this was temporary. I knew eventually the switch was going to have to be turned back on. I didn't know when but I knew it wasn't going to be too long. Not after all I've proven to myself.

This ability didn't come naturally. It was forged through years of trial and error, through cycles of progress and regression that ultimately built evidence that I could follow through on difficult commitments. Most people struggle with consistency because they've repeatedly broken promises to themselves, leaving no foundation of self-trust to build upon. Every "starting Monday" becomes another empty phrase because there's no internal proof it will actually happen.

What sets this approach apart is understanding that discipline isn't an innate trait but a skill developed through consistent practice. The switch starts as a simple on/off mechanism but gradually becomes more nuanced, allowing you to control the intensity and duration of your disciplined periods. The beauty of this realization is knowing that if I - someone who once couldn't commit to anything for more than a week - can develop this ability, anyone can.

 To build your own discipline switch... Start small, focus on keeping promises to yourself, and document each success as evidence of your capability. Remember that each time you follow through, you strengthen your switch, expanding what's possible for your future self.

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What gives life meaning when we know it will end? How do we stay disciplined when everything falls apart around us? Trey and I dive deep into these questions in a unscripted conversation that touches the core of what it means to live purposefully.

No specific topic just a casual conversation about life and the lessons we've accumulated along the way. 

The goal of course remained the same, to give you the listeners value. 

To paint a new perspective that maybe you weren't able to see before. 

To ensure that as you listen to our stories you gain new insights and approach your life with new ideas.

What emerged this episode is a philosophy centered on gratitude, perspective, and incremental improvement – earning that 1% daily. By recognizing the lottery we've won simply by existing in this time and place, problems shrink and opportunities expand.  a powerful realization: life's greatest wealth comes not from avoiding suffering but from transforming personal challenges into value for others.

This will all come to an end one day for all of us... When it does will you be able to say that you LIVED? or will it simply be another life wasted...

Think and together lets WIN.

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