You can reinvent yourself at any age. You can rebuild, rebrand, and rise again..

In this inspiring episode, Kelly Siegel sits down with Brande Roderick, actress, model, entrepreneur, and mom, to talk about resilience, confidence, and creating a life that’s Harder Than Life...

From Baywatch to The Apprentice to building businesses and raising two sons, Brande shares how she turned setbacks into lessons, stayed grounded through fame, and keeps evolving through every season of life. Her story is proof that beauty fades, but gratitude, grit, and growth never go out of style.

Key Takeaways

🟥 How to reinvent yourself and thrive through every season.

🟥 The power of gratitude and self-discipline.

🟥 Why confidence comes from knowledge and self-respect.

🟥 How to raise kind, grounded kids in a chaotic world.

🟥 The truth about beauty, boundaries, and authenticity.

(00:00) Intro

(02:30) The Playmate Origin Story

(05:51) The Celebrity Apprentice Lesson

(06:42) Knowledge Is Everything

(17:48) Why Losing Is Important

(25:23) Filters And Confidence

(29:33) Kindness Is Underrated

(36:19) Reinvention Of A Dream

(37:40) Playing Small

(40:16) The Baywatch Mistake

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You don’t need a cape, a medal, or a crowd to be courageous.

You just need one small moment of bravery.

In this Hard Reset episode, Kelly Siegel. breaks down the power of micro courage, those quiet, unseen acts of bravery that completely change your life.

Courage isn’t quitting your job or jumping out of planes. It’s showing up when no one’s watching. It’s saying “I need help.” It’s fixing what’s broken before it breaks you.

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to be brave, this is your sign. Start small, start now..

Key Takeaways.

🟥 Why courage isn’t loud

🟥 How small acts of bravery build unstoppable confidence.

🟥 The power of admitting when you need help.

🟥 Why excuses don’t get results, action does.

🟥 How to make courage your daily lifestyle.

(00:00) Intro

(00:10) What is Micro Courage

(01:15) My Story of Micro Courage

(02:18) Building Confidence Through Action

(02:49) Weekly Challenge: Practice Micro Courage

(03:36) What's Next

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You don’t have a money problem or a people problem, you have a thinking problem. And that thinking started with your trauma.

In this powerful solo episode, Kelly Siegel breaks down how trauma doesn’t just shape your past, it programs your future. From childhood chaos to addiction, Kelly reveals the mindset shifts and daily disciplines that turned his pain into power.

You’ll learn how to stop repeating destructive cycles, rewire your thinking, and transform your story into your superpower.

Because your trauma isn’t your prison. It’s your passport.

Key Takeaways

🟥How to turn scars into strength.

🟥Why radical responsibility equals freedom.

🟥The 3 daily habits that rewire your brain: sweat, meditate, journal.

🟥Why adversity is your weapon, not your weakness.

(00:00) Intro

(02:29) Personal Story of Trauma

(04:02) Breaking the Cycle

08:18 Practical Steps for Healing

10:04 Final Thoughts And Challenge

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Is what you're seeing even real? This video tackles the rise of AI news and deepfakes in political news, questioning how much of what we consume is manipulated fake news.

You can’t silence the truth. You can only expose who’s afraid of it..

In this powerful episode, Kelly Siegel sits down with award-winning journalist and radio host Steve Gruber, a man who’s built his career on truth, grit, and courage..

They dive deep into the collapse of corporate journalism, the rise of censorship, and how to stay grounded in faith and integrity when the world demands silence. Steve opens up about decades in the media, the dangers of AI, and why emotional intelligence, not outrage, is the real power play in today’s world..

This isn’t about politics. It’s about truth, freedom, and standing firm when it counts..

Key Takeaways

🟥 How to protect free speech in an age of censorship.

🟥 The collapse of corporate journalism and what’s replacing it.

🟥 Why emotional intelligence is the new superpower.

🟥 How faith, truth, and integrity keep you grounded in chaos.

🟥 The future of media, AI, and the battle for your mind.

(0:00) Introduction

(02:22) Biggest Lie in Mainstream Media

(04:05) Creating Chaos In The Nation

(07:24) Election and Media Bias

(08:03) Charlie Kirk Assassination Discussion

(13:19) Condoning Violence

(16:12 ) Steve Gruber's Journey

(25:13) AI in Gun Control And School Safety

(34:15) Integrity And Truth In Journalism

(37:09) Overcoming Controversy

(40:36) Non-negotiables In Journalism

(45:34) Most Powerful Interview Done By Steve

(48:06) Staying Grounded & Married Life

(51:56) Another Career In Mind

(54:12) The Future of Free Press

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Being busy isn’t a badge of honor. It's a trap.

In this short but powerful Hard Reset episode, Kelly Siegel breaks down one of the biggest lies in our culture: that being busy equals being productive. Spoiler alert — it doesn’t.

From jam-packed calendars to endless emails and fake progress, Kelly exposes the illusion of progress and gives you a practical reset to focus on what actually moves the needle: impact, not motion.

If your to-do list is full but your results are empty, this episode will help you ditch the busywork, reclaim your time, and measure success by results, not activity.

Key Takeaways

🟥 The difference between being busy and being productive.

🟥 Why email, multitasking, and fake hustle destroy your focus.

🟥 How to identify “needle-moving tasks” that actually create results.

🟥 The illusion of progress and why it’s dangerous.

🟥 A 3-step reset to replace motion with meaningful progress.

00:00 Intro

00:34 The Addiction to Being Busy

00:59 Busy vs. Productive

02:31 The Illusion of Progress

02:50 Reset Your Productivity Mindset

03:58 Upcoming Episodes

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Are you feeling drained and stuck?

You’re not stuck because of your job. You’re not stuck because of your money. You’re stuck because of the people you keep around you. Cutting these ties is crucial to break free from a negative cycle and protect your emotional well-being, allowing you to reclaim your peace and energy.

In this powerful episode, Kelly Siegel dives into the truth about toxic relationships. How they drain your energy, block your growth, and steal your peace. From toxic parents and friends to energy vampires and fake supporters, Kelly shares how he finally cut the chaos, set boundaries, and built a drama-free life rooted in love and clarity.

If you’re tired of cycles of drama, guilt, or chaos, this episode will help you break free, build boundaries, and protect your peace.

Key Takeaways

🟥 How toxic ties quietly destroy your energy, focus, and peace.

🟥 The 5 types of toxic people: drama magnets, dream killers, energy vampires, manipulators, and fake supporters.

🟥 Why familiar doesn’t mean healthy.

🟥 How to cut ties and create distance with grace.

🟥 5 steps to reclaim your energy and peace.

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(01:54) Identifying Toxic Ties

(02:14) The Impact of Toxic People

(02:51) Types of Toxic People

(07:59) Why We Stay in Toxic Relationships

(09:51) Steps to Cut Toxic Ties

(14:46) Weekly Challenge and Conclusion

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Men are from Mars. Women are from Venus.

But in today’s world… the planets have changed.

In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Kelly Siegel sits down with relationship legend Dr. John Gray, author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus, to explore how modern stress, hormones, and shifting gender roles are changing love as we know it.

Dr. Gray breaks down how testosterone, estrogen, and communication shape attraction, intimacy, and trust, and reveals why understanding biology is the secret to lasting connections in relationships today.

This conversation goes way beyond “Mars and Venus.” It’s a masterclass in modern love, masculine and feminine energy, and the science behind genuine partnership.

Key Takeaways

🟥 Why women’s rising testosterone leads to burnout and how to balance it.

🟥 How men can create emotional safety and deeper intimacy.

🟥 The link between hormones, sex, and communication.

🟥 Why porn, dopamine, and addiction are destroying relationships.

🟥 How to rebuild passion, peace, and partnership that lasts.

(00:00) Intro

(02:49) The Evolution of Gender Roles

(09:46) Communication and Emotional Connection

(11:48) Modern Relationship Dynamics

(14:30) Testosterone vs Estrogen

(20:46) Feeling Safe To Talk

(24:53) Transactional vs Supportive

(37:01) Soulmate or Role Mate?

(43:19) Supplements To Boost Intimacy

(57:15) Effective Communication in Relationships

(1:05:50) Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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It's time for a Hard Reset with Kelly Siegel, where we're discussing the hardest person to forgive: yourself! Using a mirror for self-reflection can be a powerful tool, especially when seeking forgiveness. Embrace personal growth and nurture self-love by shifting your mindset with daily motivation, and remember to practice self-forgiveness.

Kelly Siegel breaks down how guilt keeps us stuck, what it really means to forgive yourself, and why you have to stop carrying weight that no longer belongs to you.

Key Takeaways

🟥 Guilt is only useful when it leads to growth, not self-punishment

🟥 You can’t move forward while dragging the weight of your past

🟥 Forgiveness isn’t forgetting, it’s releasing emotional control

🟥 Accountability means owning it, not reliving it

(00:00) Intro

(00:20) The Challenge of Self-Forgiveness

(01:23) The Path to Forgiveness

(02:09) The Hard Reset: Moving Forward

(03:08) Upcoming Episodes and Final Thoughts

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Let's drop the excuses and cut the BS; that voice holding you back is based in what is fear, not wisdom.

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What does it mean to be a legendary father?

Discover the profound impact of fatherhood and parenting. The absence of a father can significantly affect a child's mental health, as highlighted by statistics on fatherlessness in America. Remember, dads are important for teaching life lessons and instilling strong family values.

In this emotional and raw conversation, Kelly Siegel sits down with Larry Hagner, founder of The Dad Edge, to explore how men can heal from childhood trauma, forgive their past, and lead their families with strength, love, and vulnerability.

Larry shares how breaking the cycle of abuse transformed how every man can learn to connect deeper, parent better, and finally forgive.

This one hits home for every dad, son, or man trying to become one.

Main Points:

00:00 Intro

03:04 Larry's Journey to Legendary Fatherhood

08:01 Breaking the Cycle of Abuse

17:31 Reconnecting with His Dad

21:21 The Birth of The Good Dad Project

28:49 The Importance of Forgiveness

36:00 Why Men Hide Their Struggles

38:31 The Importance of Family Support

42:47 Emotional Validation & Psychological Safety

56:25 The Pursuit of Legendary Fatherhood

59:16 What Makes Best Fathers

01:02:38 Dad Myth

01:03:53 Secret Weapon Of Dads

01:05:01 Rapid Fire Questions

01:07:24 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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