Do you feel overwhelmed by all the tasks you need to accomplish and the mental baggage that holds you back? You're not alone. But once you develop mental toughness, anything is possible.

Today, I talked with Daniel Powell, an endurance athlete with thousands of miles under his belt. Always up for an adventure, he set out on a daring bicycle ride in the dead of winter to raise funds for a community center. The challenge pushed him to the brink of physical and mental exhaustion. Would he be able to silence his inner critic and cross the finish line?

Here's how Daniel did the thing to bike 2,446 miles and complete 12 triathlons, raising $400K for charity along the way.

The story doesn't have to end here! Follow Daniel Edward Powell on Facebook or @captain.challenge on Instagram. 

Jumping into the dating pool can feel overwhelming. With so many fish in the sea, the fear of rejection is real. Will you connect with any of them? Imagine what could happen by releasing your inhibitions and diving in head first.

I got to chat with Chrissy Palmer, who participated in the second Do The Thing Dating Dare Challenge. Widowed nearly a quarter-century ago, Chrissy was nervous about reentering the dating scene. Fear prevented her from even talking about relationships. Our online community inspired her to make herself available once again. But would she be brave enough to stick her first toe into the dating pool after 25 years?

Here's how Chrissy gained self-awareness by connecting with herself and others during the Do The Thing Dating Dare Challenge.

Chrissy invites you to get to know her dogs on social media. Follow @onyxandcoal on Instagram! 

The fear of being judged keeps too many people from doing the thing. But what if you put yourself on exhibit to discover the power of self-motivation and resilience?

I had a great conversation with Matt to learn how doing something unknown and somewhat scary helped him overcome fear. As a financial consultant, he lived a predictable, comfortable life. But after years of setting aside his ambitions to build a financial consulting business, Matt was craving something new. He wanted to overcome fear and step out of his comfort zone. Would stand-up comedy be the right outlet for him?

Here's what pushed Matt to sign up for improv and comedy classes and what he learned from his first stand-up comedy show. 

The fear of failure keeps many people from doing the thing. Instead, they try to avoid challenges instead of facing them head-on.

Today, I chatted with Branden Coluccio—Managing Director at Relentless Ventures—to uncover how a series of unexpected circumstances took him on an unimaginable journey. Growing up, Branden always knew he wanted to be an entrepreneur. He set his eye on private equity and enjoyed many successes. But when the government came knocking on his door, Branden had to learn how to find the positive in a horrible situation.

Here's how Branden transformed 10 1/2 months behind bars into an enlightening experience.

Intrigued by Branden's journey and want to learn more? Visit relentlessventures.io or email him at [email protected]. And be sure to listen to his podcast, Convictions. 

I brought on my friend Chrissy to talk about how she has used "figuring things out' as way to become wildly successful. We got to uncover that in this interview, and so much more. On top of being able to talk about how she started her first business by cleaning toilets on a shoe string budget, we got to talk about how the new venture she is launching called the Rapid Acquistion Club and now being able to help so many more people realize their own dreams.

Buying a business is an exciting endeavor. Ownership opens the door to so many new experiences. Why don't more people do it? They get paralyzed from planning every little step. Is it even possible to acquire a business while still keeping a full-time job?

In this eye-opening discussion with Chrissy McDannell— Founder at The Magnolia Firm, you'll learn all about her latest venture for connecting business buyers directly with sellers.

Here's why Chrissy did the thing to launch The Rapid Acquisition Club and encourages first-time buyers to follow a take-a-step-forward approach.

In this episdoe you will get to see how figuring things out has supercharged her success

Eager to learn more? Follow The Magnolia Firm on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube to discover more about The Rapid Acquisition Club. You can also follow Christine McDannell on LinkedIn. 

Starting over is never easy. But what if you embarked on a journey of self-discovery and paved a new path?

I got personal with Margie Remmers-Davis to learn how she picked up the pieces following a devastating gut punch. A stay-at-home mom for 20 years, Margie was living a picture-perfect life. But when her husband decided to leave, her entire future vision changed. Would her hidden talent for simplifying complex information help her craft a new life?

Here's how Margie started over after an unexpected divorce and leveraged her skills to launch a business serving others.

Find all of Margie's courses at fastandeasyqbo.com, or reach out directly at [email protected]. You can also follow Margie Remmers-Davis on LinkedIn. 

Laughter unites everyone. But it's not always easy to see the humor in your own circumstances—especially in front of a room full of strangers. Imagine what would happen if you tapped into your voice and crafted stories that made people laugh.

I invited Tony Calabrese—stand-up comedy coach—to the show to learn more about the untold power of comedy. Tony got into comedy coaching to help others explore their full potential. And along the way, he realized that stand-up comedy isn't just about punchlines. Being in front of an audience can help you find your voice, discover your authentic humor, and gain confidence.

Here are the insights Tony gained over the years doing stand-up comedy—both on stage and as a coach.

Want to try your hand (or voice!) at comedy? Visit tonycalabrese.com or follow Tony Calabrese on Facebook or Instagram. 

Food is more than empty calories. It feeds us mind, body, and soul. But do healthy, nutritious foods also play a role in child development?

I got personal with Sallie Conner—Child Development Specialist—to learn the answer. Raising four kids on a single income was challenging. Sallie got creative and found ways to stretch money with meal planning and budgeting. And she soon discovered that others around her didn't know how to manage their time and money. It became her mission to change that. Would teaching children how to make healthy meals on a budget give them the tools necessary to live a productive, well-rounded life?

Here's how Sallie turned her meal-planning skills into an outlet for teaching kids how to process their feelings and emotions in a healthy way.

Want to learn more about how nutrition affects our children? Follow and message Sallie Conner on Facebook. 

Everyone has goals, dreams, and ambitions. But some of us have to take the scenic route until we're finally ready to do the thing.

In this celebration interview, I talked with Debb Lins— Licensed Professional Counselor—to discover how the Do The Thing Dating Dare Challenge profoundly affected her life. As an introvert, stepping out of her comfort zone wasn't easy. But thanks to the challenge and dares, Debb gained the courage to say yes to what brings her joy—healing old wounds and doing all the things she didn't realize she could.

Here's how the Do The Thing Dating Dare Challenge drove Debb to start conversations with local veterans and lead an empowerment workshop for women.

Want to learn more about Debb? Connect with her at openingdoors2gether.com. 

No one likes conflict. But avoiding it can also push meaningful relationships further away. Is it possible to address conflict and grow closer simultaneously?

I welcomed back my favorite Somatic Therapist and Authentic Relating Facilitator—Kate Middleton—to answer the question. Conflict is uncomfortable. However, it's also a yearning for connection and understanding. Do you know how to stand up for your truth, reveal your authentic self, and listen to others in times of discomfort?

Here are Kate's steps for addressing conflict to increase communication and build closeness in relationships.

Follow @katemiddletonyoga on Instagram or visit katemiddletonyoga.com.