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March 04, 2025 133: Burnout Almost Killed Me - Here’s What I Wish I Knew Sooner Feat. Amberly Lago
In a world that tells us to go harder, push more, and never stop grinding—what if the secret to true success is actually slowing down? 🤯
Amberly Lago is BACK on Harder Than Life, and this time, we're diving deep into her latest book, Joy Through the Journey. From surviving a horrific motorcycle accident and enduring 34 surgeries to overcoming addiction and rebuilding her life, Amberly is living proof that resilience and joy can coexist.

In this powerful conversation, we break down:
🔥 How burnout sneaks up on high achievers (and how to stop it)
🔥 The importance of self-care—and why it’s NOT selfish
🔥 How gratitude, movement, and mindset create a life you don’t need to escape from
🔥 The hidden cost of the "hustle culture" and how to redefine success

This episode is packed with raw truths, inspiring stories, and actionable steps to help you live a more joyful, purpose-driven life.

💬 What’s one small change you can make TODAY to create more joy in your life? Drop it in the comments!
🔔 Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE for more powerful conversations about self-love, resilience, and success!

#HarderThanLife #AmberlyLago #JoyThroughTheJourney #Burnout #Resilience
1 hr 3 min
February 27, 2025 132: What If You Could Actually Change Your Brain Just by Practicing Gratitude?
What if the key to happiness, success, and resilience was something you could practice every day? In this powerful solo episode of Harder Than Life, host Kelly Siegel dives deep into the life-changing power of gratitude.
For years, Kelly thought gratitude was just fluff—until he saw how it rewired his mindset, relationships, and business. Now, he’s sharing the practical tools and daily habits that transformed his life so you can start using them today.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ How gratitude rewires your brain for happiness and success
✅ Why negative energy repels opportunity (and how to shift your mindset)
✅ The morning ritual that sets the tone for your day
✅ How gratitude helps you overcome stress, adversity, and self-doubt
✅ Why forgiveness is a key part of the gratitude journey
Plus, Kelly shares real, raw moments from his life—including his struggles with anxiety, overcoming past trauma, and finding peace in the middle of the grind.
Join the gratitude movement! Drop a comment and share one thing you’re grateful for today.
🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE this episode with someone who needs it!

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#Gratitude #HarderThanLife #Mindset #Success #PersonalGrowth
19 min
February 25, 2025131: Why You Feel Lost—And How to Find Your Way Home w/ Jon Gordon
What if the key to success, happiness, and true fulfillment was simpler than you ever imagined? In this powerful episode of Harder Than Life, host Kelly Siegel sits down with the legendary Jon Gordon—bestselling author of The Energy Bus, The Carpenter, and The One Truth—to uncover the secrets to overcoming negativity, finding your purpose, and living a life of impact.
Jon shares life-changing insights on faith, leadership, and healing, revealing why most of us feel disconnected and how we can realign with our true power. He dives into the spiritual and psychological forces that shape our mindset, how to battle self-doubt, and why gratitude is the ultimate game-changer.
Key Takeaways:
The secret behind The One Truth and how it can transform your mindset
Why negativity is a lie and how to break free from limiting beliefs
The power of gratitude walks and how they shift your energy
How faith and surrender lead to clarity, strength, and success
Lessons from top athletes and business leaders on positive leadership

If you’re ready to step into your full potential and stop letting fear hold you back, this episode is for you.
#JonGordon #HarderThanLife #SuccessMindset #Faith #Positivity #Leadership #PersonalGrowth
56 min
February 20, 2025130: Tough Times? Here’s How to Keep Moving Forward
Welcome back to Harder Than Life with Kelly Siegel. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the one thing that separates those who rise up from those who stay stuck—mindset.
We all talk about staying positive, but the real test is when life gets difficult. Whether you’re dealing with business setbacks, relationship struggles, or just feeling stuck, this episode is packed with real, practical strategies to keep your mindset strong when challenges arise.
What You’ll Learn:
How to stop letting negativity control your life
The number one mindset shift that will change how you handle adversity
Why controlling your inputs is the key to success
Simple daily habits to build resilience and mental strength
How to cut toxic energy and surround yourself with winners

Most people will hear this and do nothing—but you’re not most people. You’re part of Harder Than Life Nation, and I want you to win.

#HarderThanLife #KellySiegel #Mindset #Success #Resilience #SelfImprovement #StayStrong
14 min
February 18, 2025129: Are You Apologizing for Who You Are? It’s Time to Stop w/ Annalie Howling
Are you ready to stop apologizing for who you are? In this powerful episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel sits down with Annalie Howling—renowned trauma specialist, performance coach, and author of Unapologetic—to expose the silent killer holding so many people back: shame.
Annalie shares how shame thrives in secrecy, how to break free from limiting beliefs, and why radical self-love is the ultimate antidote. She opens up about her personal journey, from overcoming deep trauma to stepping into her power—and how you can do the same.
🔥 In this episode, you’ll learn:
How shame affects men and women differently
Why self-love is the key to healing
The power of naming and facing your shame head-on
How to reclaim your voice and live unapologetically
The real reason we stay stuck in toxic relationships

If you've ever struggled with self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or feeling like you're "too much"—this conversation will change your life.
📖 Unapologetic by Annalie Howling drops May 13—don’t miss it!
👊 If this episode resonates with you, LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to the Harder Than Life podcast. Let’s break free and live boldly together!
#KellySiegel #HarderThanLife #AnnalieHowling #SelfLove #HealingTrauma #Shame #Unapologetic
1 hr 2 min
February 13, 2025128: Busy? Stressed? Here’s Why You Can’t Afford to Skip Self-Care
Are you too busy for personal growth? Think again. If you're always exhausted, unfocused, and running on fumes, you're not just busy—you’re out of alignment. And if you don’t fix it now, you’re headed straight for burnout.
Kelly Siegel is cutting through the excuses and giving you battle-tested systems to make self-care and personal development non-negotiable—even if you have zero free time. Forget spa days and long reading sessions. This is about maximizing every minute and getting real results.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The number one morning habit that will set the tone for your entire day
How to stack new habits into your existing routine with no extra time needed
The Sunday Reset strategy to plan self-care like a business meeting
The 80/20 rule and where you are wasting time that could be used for growth
Energy hacks to boost your focus and increase your productivity instantly

No more excuses. If you feel too busy to take care of yourself, that’s exactly why you need this episode. Start taking action today.
#PersonalGrowth #SelfCare #Mindset #HarderThanLife #ProductivityHacks
15 min
February 11, 2025127: 4-Time Stanley Cup Champion Darren McCarty on Addiction, Recovery & Resilience
Four-time Stanley Cup champion Darren McCarty sits down with Kelly Siegel for a raw and unfiltered conversation about hockey, fighting, addiction, and redemption.
From his legendary brawl with Claude Lemieux to overcoming alcoholism and rebuilding his life through cannabis advocacy, McCarty shares his incredible journey. He opens up about the brutal reality of NHL enforcers, his battles with addiction, and how he found purpose beyond the ice.
🔥 Topics Covered:
The infamous March 26, 1997, fight and its impact on Red Wings history
How addiction nearly took his life—and what saved him
Why cannabis is his key to sobriety and healing
Life lessons from playing with Steve Yzerman and the Grind Line
His new ventures in comedy, music, and cannabis advocacy

This episode is packed with stories of resilience, redemption, and the relentless Detroit spirit. If you love hockey, comeback stories, or just straight-up inspiration, don’t miss this one!
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#DarrenMcCarty #RedWings #HockeyFights #AddictionRecovery #HarderThanLife
1 hr
February 06, 2025126: 5 Daily Habits That Will Change Your Life Forever
Most people set big goals but never follow through because their daily habits don’t align with their ambitions. That changes today.
In this solo episode, Kelly Siegel shares five powerful habits (plus a bonus) that can transform your mindset, health, and success. These habits are simple but not easy—and if you commit to them, they will change your life.
Key Takeaways:
Why lifting weights 3-5 times a week builds mental and physical strength
The book that changed Kelly’s life and why reading is essential
How daily journaling provides clarity and control
The importance of 10 minutes of meditation every morning
How setting and reviewing weekly goals keeps winners on track
Bonus: The self-care habit that fuels long-term success
No fluff, no excuses—just real, actionable strategies you can start using today.
Don’t forget to subscribe and share this episode with someone who needs it.
#SelfImprovement #SuccessHabits #KellySiegel #HarderThanLife #DailyRoutine
20 min
February 04, 2025125: How to Reinvent Yourself and Step Into Your Purpose w/ Craig Siegel
Ready to break free from limiting beliefs and create a life of massive success? This episode is for YOU!
In this powerful conversation, Kelly Siegel sits down with Craig Siegel, a Wall Street Journal & USA Today bestselling author, elite coach, and host of The CLS Experience Podcast, to dive deep into the mindset, energy, and strategies needed to reinvent yourself and level up your life.
Craig walked away from a lucrative Wall Street career during the pandemic to build a movement—Cultivate Lasting Symphony (CLS)—helping people redefine success, transform their consciousness, and take massive, aligned action. Now, he’s here to share his insights, lessons, and success strategies with YOU!
🔥 Key Takeaways:
Why reinvention is the key to unlocking your true potential
The power of consciousness and how to shift your mindset
How to build unshakable resilience and crush self-doubt
The daily habits that fuel Craig’s elite performance & energy
Why being uncomfortable is the secret to exponential growth

💬 What’s your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop it in the comments!
#Reinvention #Mindset #CraigSiegel #PersonalDevelopment #Motivation #HarderThanLife
56 min
January 28, 2025124: How Failure Builds Resilience | Lessons From Losing It All w/ Michael E. Jordan
What if your greatest failure became the foundation of your ultimate success?
In this episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel speaks with Michael E. Jordan, the visionary founder and CEO of UNRL, a premium lifestyle and performance apparel brand. Michael’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, grit, and the power of bouncing back after devastating setbacks.
At just 19, Michael experienced the heartbreak of losing a business he poured his soul into. But instead of giving up, he turned failure into fuel, eventually building UNRL into a global brand competing with the likes of Nike and Lululemon. In this candid conversation, Michael shares the lessons he learned along the way, the importance of faith and family, and why giving back is a non-negotiable part of success.
🔥 Key Takeaways from the Episode:
The hard lessons of entrepreneurship: What Michael learned from losing his first business.
Why resilience and tenacity are the keys to building your dream life.
How to protect your vision by choosing the right partners and agreements.
The role of faith, mentorship, and community in overcoming life’s toughest moments.

💡 Don’t miss this inspiring story of grit and growth. Michael’s journey proves that setbacks are just setups for the next breakthrough.
1 hr 27 min

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I’m Kelly Siegel, and this is Harder than Life. A podcast about self-love, self-awareness, business, and health. We tell outrageous stories and boil everything down to simple, practical advice you can…