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Anthony didn’t want to get out of bed to record this—but he did. Today’s Do Better card is Try Something New, and that’s exactly what this episode is: a raw walk-and-talk about momentum, resistance, and how small experiments keep us growing. Whether it’s yard work, planter boxes, or just pushing record, today’s reminder is simple—stagnation is the enemy. Try something new, even if it’s messy.

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Today’s Do Better card is a simple one: laugh with someone. Anthony reflects on the healing power of laughter, especially when life feels heavy or overly serious. As he gears up for a weekend full of interviews, kids’ sports, and everything in between, he sets an intention to carry lightness and laughter through it all. This one’s raw, honest, and recorded on the go. What made you laugh today?

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Today’s Do Better card is Leave a Note—a simple act of kindness that can brighten a stranger’s day. I also dive into a personal reflection on journaling, especially as someone navigating bipolar disorder, PTSD, and (probably) ADHD. I talk about why blank pages don’t work for me, how I built a system that does, and why rituals and tracking fog levels have become part of my healing.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt “bad at journaling.” Spoiler: You’re not.

Plus: grab a listen to my recent interview with Melissa Franzen and get ready for this Sunday’s Do Better Together episode featuring the awesome Roxy Baker.

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Today’s card is “Hold the Door”—a simple action with deeper meaning. I talk about how this throwaway card became one of the most powerful reminders in my life. From literal gestures to opening opportunities for others, this one changed how I move through the world. I get personal about why I started this podcast, what’s been foggy lately, and how helping others helps me find clarity. If you’re feeling stuck, this episode is for you.

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It’s the start of Nurses Week, and I kicked it off with a coffee run that turned into a moment of reflection. I share what it’s like seeing my wife and her coworkers push through impossible mornings, why small gestures matter, and a personal story from one of my hospital stays that reminded me how powerful good nursing care can be. If you know a nurse—or you’ve ever been cared for by one—this episode is for you.

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Welcome back to the Do Better Podcast. Today’s card is Make an Entrance — and that’s exactly what I plan to do. Sometimes we feel stuck, not sad, just… spinning. This card breaks that fog. It reminds me (and maybe you too) that fun matters. That energy matters. That how we show up sets the tone. From WWE entrances to goofy morning routines with the kids, we dive into what it means to bring presence into the room — even when you don’t feel like it. Plus, I drop updates on new Do Better Together interviews with Melissa Fran (now live!) and Roxy Baker (dropping this Sunday). Let’s make this Monday count. Let’s do better.

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Welcome to Do Better Together, Episode 2. In this heartfelt and insightful conversation, I sit down with Melissa Franzen—a mom, counselor, and educator—to talk about mental health, the ripple effect, and the courage to keep trying. Melissa shares her journey from seventh-grade clarity to earning her PhD, how she helps shape future counselors, and what it means to face fear without chasing perfection.

We explore:

• The real meaning of “just trying”

• Why perfection is failing us

• How the ripple effect shapes lives

• Practical mental health tools like polyvagal theory

• What “doing better” actually looks like in everyday life

This one is raw, real, and full of moments that will stick with you.

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In today’s Do Better Daily, Anthony pulls the card “Ask Someone for Advice”—a reminder that you’re not supposed to do it all alone. He reflects on how often we get stuck in our own heads instead of reaching out. Plus, he teases upcoming theme weeks, shares gratitude for the listener bump, and previews the release of Melissa Franzen’s Do Better Together episode. Quick, raw, real.

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It’s Saturday morning and the Do Better card pulled today is a familiar one: High five a stranger. I reflect on yesterday’s prompt—telling someone you’re proud of them—and why I chose my wife, a nurse who deserves that recognition every day. Then I dig into the power of small connections, the surprising impact of a simple high five, and why I keep showing up here even on the late days. Listen in, then go spark a moment with someone today.

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In today’s episode of the Do Better podcast, Anthony draws a simple but powerful card: “Tell someone you’re proud of them.” He unpacks why this small act carries so much weight, how it affirms identity, and why it’s often the thing people need to hear most. Plus, updates on upcoming interviews with Melissa Franzen and Roxy Baker. Say the words. Spark the ripple. Do better.

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