Getting After It

What does it actually mean to get after it?

In this episode, Ally Rossell joins me to break down the real meaning behind the phrase — beyond the t-shirts, the hashtags, and the highlight reels. This isn’t about motivational fluff. It’s about discipline, daily reps, mental battles, and doing the hard thing when no one’s watching.

We talk about the difference between grinding blindly vs. reflecting intentionally, how to win the war against your inner voice, and why “getting after it” will look different in every season of your life.

Ally shares her journey from struggling to run four miles to completing a full marathon with confidence. We unpack how small, boring reps lead to massive breakthroughs — and why excellence in one area of life bleeds into all the others.

This episode is a mission statement. A reminder. And a challenge.

Because getting after it isn’t a feeling. It’s a choice.

If you’re ready to stop coasting and start showing up with intent, this one’s for you.

Challenge from the episode:
Pick one area of your life where you’ve been passive. Take small steps toward it this week. At the end of the week, reflect. Then adjust. Then keep going.

Let’s build momentum — together.

Until next time, Keep Getting After It.

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What happens when you get dropped into the heart of the Amazon rainforest with nothing but a machete, a bow, and the will to make it out alive?

In this episode, I sit down with Dustin Illgner — adventurer, survivalist, and perhaps the only man in the office who’s stared down a howler monkey after building his own jungle shelter. We talk about his expedition deep into the Amazon under the guidance of former British SAS soldier Ian Craddock, where Dustin was left to survive completely alone — no food, no phone, no timeline for pickup.

He shares how survival strips life down to its core: water, fire, shelter, presence. We cover:

• The psychological tricks to surviving isolation in the wild
• Eating grubs like popcorn
• Facing tarantulas, bullet ants, and jungle otters
• Why hardship creates clarity — and confidence
• How choosing adversity opens new doors in life
• The power of stillness and the beauty of becoming “one with nature”

We also get into Dustin’s other survival trips to Tonga, the Philippines, and Panama — and what it really means to test your edge and come back changed.

 Choose something hard this week. Strip it down to the next step. The next breath. The next brick. And remember, comfort never made anyone interesting.

Keep getting after it.

Watch a recap of Dustin's Amazon trip here. Check out his YouTube channel: @OneWildPath

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Dave Daly should’ve died in that water. A family vacation. A rogue wave. A snapped neck. Paralysis from the shoulders down.

But this isn’t a story about tragedy — it’s about what you do next.

In this raw, honest conversation, Dave shares the moment his life changed forever: floating face down in the ocean, unable to move, unsure if he’d live to see another breath. What followed was surgery, a 40-day stay in rehab, and an unrelenting battle to learn how to walk again. Through it all, Dave leaned on his faith, his family, and a mindset forged by choosing resilience over self-pity.

This episode is for anyone facing hard things — whether it’s an injury, addiction, or the slow erosion of dreams. If you’ve ever needed a reason to keep going, this is it.

We talk:

• What it feels like to face death alone in the ocean
• How his family rallied around him in the fight of his life
• The power of small progress and spiritual strength
• Why mindset isn’t optional when your life flips overnight
• His new project: “The Daily Dose Show” — giving young singers a platform to shine

This one’s powerful. Emotional. And proof that even when your body breaks, your spirit doesn’t have to.

Keep Getting After It.

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In this episode, I sit down with my oldest brother Blake for a conversation that’s equal parts hilarious and humbling. We walk through the rise and fall of our business Swello—how we bootstrapped it from late-night ad gigs into a full-blown agency with 20+ employees… and how it all came crashing down.

This isn’t just a story about business. It’s about losing a piece of your identity, dealing with depression and anxiety, and rebuilding your confidence one rope toss at a time. Blake opens up about the hardest day of his life—shutting down the company—and the years he spent afterward trying to figure out who he was without it.

Now? He’s found passion again in an unexpected place: team roping. And it’s brought him back to life.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why failing publicly might be the greatest teacher you’ll ever have
• How passion projects can save your mental health
• What cowboy culture can teach us about discipline, brotherhood, and working with your hands
• The importance of trying new things (even when you suck at them)
• A reminder that no matter how lost you feel, it’s never too late to find your fire again

This one’s raw. It’s real. It’s full of bad jokes, cowboy hats, and a few lessons you won’t find in a business book.

Keep getting after it.

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In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend Payton Sellers—a future dentist, former missionary, and professional at learning the hard way.

We talk about what it means to choose your hard, how to own rejection, and why taking life too seriously might be the worst way to live it. Payton shares stories that are as hilarious as they are honest—failed dates, lessons from Baltimore, and why laughing at yourself might be the key to confidence.

Through all of it, a theme kept surfacing: Amor Fati—the Stoic idea of loving your fate. Payton embodies that. He doesn’t just accept the tough parts of life. He learns from them. He leans in. And he reminds us that life isn’t about waiting for the perfect moment—it’s about making the most of the messy ones.

Key Takeaways:

• Why rejection isn’t a dead end—it’s a detour toward growth.
• Confidence is built in awkwardness, not comfort.
• You can’t avoid “hard”—but you can choose the version that leads to purpose.
• The power of laughing at yourself and not letting ego drive the car.
• How Amor Fati applies to modern life—and even worse date stories.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, embarrassed, or unsure if you're on the right track—this one’s for you.

Hit play, laugh a little, and then… keep getting after it.

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“You don’t have to love the pain. But you can love what it produces.”

This episode is deeply personal. Ally and I talk about Amor Fati—the Stoic mindset of loving your fate—and how it can shift the way you approach setbacks, suffering, and even grief.

We walk through everything from infertility to losing a parent to injury during marathon training. It’s not a highlight reel. It’s real life.

You’ll hear stories of failure, unfulfilled timelines, shattered expectations—and how choosing to accept, rather than resist, those moments can unlock something deeper: peace, growth, and the strength to keep showing up.

Whether you’re training for something hard, healing from a loss, or just feeling like life is piling it on, this one’s for you. You don’t need to love the pain—but you can love what it makes of you.

Key Takeaways

1. Amor Fati Is a Weapon: You don’t just accept what happens—you love it. You say: “This had to happen to me. And I’m better for it.” That mindset? It changes everything.

2. Our Timeline Is Not Reality: We make plans. We fantasize. Then reality punches us in the throat. The house delays, the job that didn’t come, the baby we can’t yet have—none of that went to plan. But resistance only makes the pain worse. Flexibility brings freedom.

3. Loss Isn’t the End—It’s a Sacred Starting Point: When Ally lost her dad, it broke her. But she rebuilt. That grief became a sacred box of motivation. It taught her to run, to fly, to live a life he’d be proud of. Loss can crush you, or it can crown you. Sometimes it does both.

4. The Body Keeps the Score—and So Does the Mind: Injury slows you down. But it teaches patience. Grace. How to love the long game. Even when it means PRs instead of podiums.

5. Life Delays You So You Can Learn: Didn’t get the promotion? Maybe that’s the lesson. Brett shares what he learned about grace, patience, and showing up without the external win.

6. You’re Either Inputting or Letting Go: Ally compares life to flying an Airbus: too much control sends you off course. Sometimes the best move is to let go and let life fly itself for a moment.

Try this today:
When something goes wrong—big or small—pause. Smile. Say “Amor Fati.”

 Then ask: What’s my move now?

 You're not here to crumble. You're here to build. So keep getting after it.

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Welcome back to the Getting After It podcast.

In this episode, I take you into the heart of one of history’s most disciplined warrior codes: Bushido, the code of the Samurai. But I don’t just talk about it—I bring it to life through the story of Miyamoto Musashi, Japan’s most legendary swordsman, a man who won 60 duels and once killed his opponent with a wooden oar.

At the end, I give you five practical exercises based on the Book of Five Rings to help you reflect, refine, and reforge yourself—just like Musashi did.

You don’t need to be a Samurai to live like one.

All you need is discipline, courage… and a willingness to face your fears head-on.

Key Learnings & Takeaways:

1. Declare Before You’re Ready - Musashi issued his first duel challenge at 13—with zero experience—and won. Declare your goal publicly, then schedule your first rep within 7 days. Courage follows commitment.

2. Honor the Two-Sword Method - He carried a long sword and a short one. You should too. Set one long-term goal and pair it with a daily micro habit. Ask yourself each morning: “How will today’s action defend my long-term mission?”

3. Use the Oar - Musashi beat one of the best swordsmen in Japan with a carved boat paddle. Find your unconventional asset. A story, a unique strength, or your voice. Rehearse it. Deploy it. Make the room flinch.

4. Lead With Service - Later in life, Musashi stopped chasing power and began teaching others. Strength shared is strength multiplied. Take one hour to teach someone who’s two steps behind you—no fee, no brag, just impact.

5. Reflect in the Void - Musashi ended his life meditating in silence, armor on, eyes east. Try the Five Rings Reflection: Spend 30 minutes every Sunday for 5 weeks focusing on:

• Earth (Foundations)
• Water (Adaptability)
• Fire (Controlled Aggression)
• Wind (Learning from Rivals)
• Void (Stillness)

7 Bushido Virtue Challenges:

Gi (Rectitude) | Revisit yesterday. Rewrite one decision you'd proudly read aloud.
Yu (Courage) | Do the hard thing you’ve been dodging. Send the email. Make the call. Take the step.
Jin (Benevolence) | Send a sincere thank you to someone who changed your life.
Rei (Respect) | Greet people by name. See them. Treat them like they matter—because they do.
Makoto (Honesty) | Record yourself naming your biggest flaw. Listen twice. Build a fix.
Meiyo (Honor) | Ask 3 trusted people for the first word they associate with your name. Adjust to earn the one you want.
Chugi (Loyalty) | Block out 3 hours for your mission this week. No phones. No multitasking. Just work.

If Musashi can face down demons with driftwood, you can face your fear with discipline.

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Your dreams are within your grasp. All you need is the commitment to Get After It.

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Today on the Getting After It podcast, I’m joined by a very special guest—my wife, Ally!

We sat down (matching mustard chairs and all) to have a real conversation about trying hard things, embracing the discomfort of being a beginner, and staying consistent without losing your sense of self-worth.

Ally shares her journey from being terrified of recording podcasts to launching Siblings in Crime with her brother, her struggles with body image and running confidence, and what her dad taught her about "doing the hard thing first."

We also reflect on building self-worth based on identity as a son or daughter of God—not just on achievements.

This one is packed with laughter, honest stories, and reminders we all need:
 You can be proud of yourself and still demand more. You can fail today and still get after it tomorrow.

Key Learnings from This Episode:

1. "Being a Beginner" Is a Muscle You Need to Flex - Growth lives on the other side of starting badly. Every new beginning will feel awkward—and that’s a feature, not a flaw.
2. You Can’t Tie Your Self-Worth to Goal Achievement - Missing a goal doesn’t mean you’re worthless. Your value is rooted deeper than what you accomplish.
3. Consistency Isn't About Perfection—It's About Showing Up - You’ll miss days. You’ll feel off. What matters is getting back after it the next day without beating yourself up.
4. Discipline Is a Daily Decision, Not a Personality Trait - Structure and repetition build momentum. If you're struggling with consistency, make the hard things automatic, not optional.
5. It’s Okay to Be Disappointed, But Don’t Stay There - Disappointment signals an opportunity for adjustment—not a reason to tear yourself down.
6. Surround Yourself with People Who Push You to Level Up - Ally shared how having community—whether a running partner or a podcasting buddy—made it easier to stick to hard goals.
7. Perspective Is Everything - A missed workout doesn’t define you. A tough run isn’t failure. Move forward with grace and keep stacking good days.

Challenge for Listeners:
What’s one thing you’ve been too scared to start because you didn’t want to look like a beginner?

Choose it—and start messy this week. You don't need permission to begin.

If this episode helped shift your mindset, share it with a friend who needs to hear it—and don’t forget to leave a rating and review. Every bit of support helps us keep getting after it.

Stay humble. Stay disciplined. Keep getting after it.

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Hey friends—welcome to the very first episode of my new "Code Series" on the Getting After It podcast.

Over the next few months, we’re diving deep into the personal and historical codes that have shaped warriors, leaders, and everyday legends. From samurai and Bushido to pirates and medieval knights, we’ll look at how people from different walks of life created rules that anchored their actions and built resilience. But before we explore their codes, I wanted to share mine.

In this episode, I walk you through the 7 core principles that make up my personal code—and how each one has shaped my mindset, my discipline, my relationships, and my purpose. We talk about:

• Leaving the comfort of home to chase growth
• Why daily workouts aren’t about abs—they’re about proving I can show up
• The power of uplifting others, even when no one’s watching
• My non-negotiable loyalty to my wife, Ally
• And how mottos like “Discipline Equals Freedom” and “The Man in the Arena” are more than quotes—they’re internal armor

By the end of this episode, I hope you’re ready to sit down, reflect, and write your own code. Because a personal code isn’t wallpaper. It’s armor. It’s what keeps you grounded when life gets messy.

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Welcome back to the Getting After It podcast. In today’s episode, I break down a concept that’s reshaped how I view everything—from daily routines to long-term goals: “Life is what you think of it.”

Inspired by a raw, honest TikTok video, I unpack what it really means when we say “the way you see yourself is how the world reflects you back.” This episode is all about reframing your mindset, confronting that harsh inner critic, and taking back control of your responses—especially when life doesn’t go your way.

We dive into Stoic wisdom from Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus, discuss the power of journaling, and talk through practical tools for silencing negative self-talk and turning thought into action. I’ll also share how I reframed a “missed workout” into one of the most meaningful days I’ve had in a while—and how you can do the same.

Whether you’re feeling stuck, doubting yourself, or just trying to gain momentum again, this episode will help you rewire your perspective, build evidence over affirmation, and take the next small, honest step forward.

Key Learnings from This Episode:

1. You become how you talk to yourself.
   The world reflects back the version of yourself you believe in. Speak like someone worth becoming.
2. Pause. Reflect. Reframe. Respond.
   When things don’t go your way, use the 3 R’s to regain control and act with clarity—not emotion.
3. Self-confidence isn’t built on hype—it’s built on proof.
   You don’t need more affirmations; you need evidence. Stack small wins. Show yourself who you are.
4. There are two voices in your head.
   One wants comfort. One wants greatness. The one you feed is the one that leads.
5. You are not your missed workouts.
   You are not your fatigue. You are your response to those moments. That’s where identity is formed.
6. Your story becomes your behavior.
   And your behaviors, when repeated, become your habits. Reframe your story and your life will follow.

🎧 If this episode helped you reframe your thinking or silence a negative voice in your head—share it with someone you care about. Leave a rating or drop a comment. It goes a long way.

And as always, until next time…
Keep Getting After It.

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Your dreams are within your grasp. All you need is the commitment to Get After It.

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