On this episode of Next Level: Good Vibes Only, Jessica and Darren Salquist break down a simple truth: the trail always teaches you something. Fresh off finishing a Ragnar Ultra trail race, through overnight miles, rain, and more than a few changes of wet clothes, they unpack what a hard challenge reveals about who you really are.

Starting from a quote by Eric Thomas, they explore how the mind is your strongest muscle, how gratitude becomes a tool that carries you through the toughest moments, and why what you can't control matters less than how you prepare for it. Drawing on Viktor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning and Phil Stutz's idea of Part X, Jessica and Darren share how discomfort, when you lean into it, becomes the very thing that grows you. As Darren puts it, it's a feeling you can't buy at Amazon or grab off the shelf at Costco. You earn it.

Stick around to the end for five reflection questions you can carry into your own next challenge, whether that's a race, a goal, or simply a hard season of life. This one pairs beautifully with the companion meditation, Becoming Through the Challenge.

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On this guided meditation from Next Level: Good Vibes Only, Darren Salquist walks you through a 10-minute practice designed to meet you in the middle of your own challenge, whether you're training for an event, recovering after one, or simply moving through a hard stretch of life.

Through gentle breathwork and visualization, you'll return to the beginning of your own trail, honor the body that has carried you farther than you imagined, and recognize the quiet strength you built one breath and one step at a time. Along the way you'll offer gratitude to those who walked beside you and settle into affirmations of courage, resilience, and progress.

Find a comfortable place to sit or lie down, and let this practice remind you that the finish line is never really the end. It is simply another beginning.

Take a breath. Slow down. And honor the version of you that kept going.

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On this guided meditation of Next Level: Good Vibes Only, Jessica Salquist guides you through a powerful meditation designed to help you release old patterns, reconnect with your highest potential, and begin embodying the person you are becoming. Inspired by the teachings of Joe Dispenza and Benjamin Hardy, this practice explores the connection between identity, emotion, and intentional transformation.

Through breathwork, visualization, and reflection, you’ll be invited to observe the stories, habits, and emotional patterns that may no longer serve you—and gently loosen your attachment to them. From there, you’ll connect with the future version of yourself: the version that leads with confidence, purpose, peace, courage, and clarity.

This meditation serves as a reminder that your personality is not fixed, your identity is not finished, and meaningful change begins with the thoughts, emotions, and actions you practice every day. Whether you’re working toward a personal goal, creating healthier habits, or simply seeking a deeper connection with yourself, this guided meditation offers a space to pause, reset, and intentionally move forward.

Take a breath. Release what no longer serves you. Step into the future version of yourself—and begin becoming them today.

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On this episode of Next Level: Good Vibes Only, Jessica and Darren Salquist explore a powerful idea that challenges one of our most deeply held beliefs: your personality is not permanent. Drawing inspiration from the work of Benjamin Hardy and Joe Dispenza, they unpack how our future selves can become a guiding force in the decisions we make today.

So many of us live from stories we’ve repeated about our past—stories that shape our habits, behaviors, and identity. But what if, instead of letting the past define us, we intentionally create the person we want to become? Jessica and Darren discuss the connection between personality, identity, emotional patterns, and daily choices, sharing practical examples of how small decisions compound over time to shape our future reality.

From overcoming familiar habits and emotional addictions to building new neural pathways through intentional action, this conversation is packed with insights on personal transformation, self-awareness, and growth. You’ll learn why your future may depend more on your identity than your goals, how to stop living from old stories, and how to start making choices your future self will thank you for.

If you’ve ever said, “That’s just who I am,” this episode may inspire you to rethink what’s possible.

The question isn’t who you are today. The question is: who are you becoming?

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On this episode of Next Level: Good Vibes Only, Jessica and Darren Salquist reflect on the journey of becoming—how growth doesn’t happen all at once, but one intentional step at a time. Inspired by the Chinese proverb, “To get through the hardest journey, we need only take one step at a time, but we must keep stepping,” this conversation explores the power of momentum, self-awareness, and learning to celebrate how far you’ve already come.

Through honest reflection, they unpack the tension between our past, present, and future selves—and how easy it is to become so focused on who we’re trying to become that we forget to fully live in the present moment. Jessica and Darren share personal stories about transformation, journaling, meditation, fitness, identity shifts, healthy aging, and the quiet victories that often go unnoticed by everyone else but deeply matter to us.

No matter where you are in your journey, this episode will encourage you to keep stepping, keep growing, and keep showing up for the life you’re creating.

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On this bonus episode of Next Level: Good Vibes Only, Darren Salquist guides you through a reflective meditation centered around gratitude, growth, and honoring the journey of becoming.

In a world that constantly pushes us toward the next goal, this meditation invites you to pause and recognize how far you’ve already come. Through intentional breathwork, visualization, and reflection, Darren walks you through reconnecting with your past self, grounding into who you are today, and envisioning the person you are becoming.

This calming practice encourages you to celebrate not only the big wins, but also the quiet resilience, consistency, and inner work that often go unnoticed. Paired with thoughtful journal prompts, this meditation is designed to help you reconnect with gratitude, self-awareness, and the steady progress unfolding in your life every day.

Take a breath. Slow down. And honor the version of you that kept going.

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On this episode of Next Level: Good Vibes Only, Jessica and Darren Salquist sit down with Kelly Dean Yagelniski to explore a powerful idea—what if you treated your life like your most important project?

Drawing from his book Master Life Projects, Kelly shares how so many of us are highly effective in managing work, deadlines, and responsibilities—yet struggle to bring that same structure and intentionality into our personal lives.  

After facing his own challenges with stress, health, and misalignment, Kelly realized that life deserves the same level of planning, clarity, and execution as any professional project. This conversation dives into how to break big goals into 30-60-90 day “life projects,” focus on what truly matters, and build momentum through small, consistent daily actions.

Together, they unpack the biggest obstacles people face—low energy, too many priorities, and self-doubt—and introduce a powerful tool: the Minimum Viable Project. Instead of waiting for the perfect plan, it’s about taking the smallest meaningful step forward today.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, scattered, or stuck in “I’ll get to it someday,” this episode will help you simplify, focus, and start designing your life with intention.

Your life isn’t something you manage later—it’s the project you build right now.

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On this episode of Next Level: Good Vibes Only, Jessica and Darren Salquist reflect on a deeply personal experience—Jessica’s recent spiritual retreat in Mexico and the powerful lessons that came from stepping away from everyday life to reconnect with herself.

Set beneath sacred mountains and rooted in ancient traditions, the retreat created space for stillness, breathwork, reflection, and deep inner work. Jessica shares what it was like to slow down, listen to her body, and let go of the stories and expectations that often cloud our sense of clarity. Through practices like journaling, breathwork, sharing circles, and even an intense sweat lodge ceremony, she discovered the power of vulnerability, humility, and trusting the process of transformation.

A major takeaway from the experience was the difference between intention and expectation—how approaching life with openness and curiosity allows for deeper growth than trying to control outcomes. The retreat became not just a celebration of a milestone birthday, but a reset for the soul.

If you’ve ever felt the need to pause, reconnect with yourself, or explore the power of sacred spaces and intentional reflection, this conversation offers a glimpse into what can happen when you give yourself permission to slow down and listen.

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Jessica Salquist invites you into a calming guided meditation inspired by a surprising teacher—a small gecko encountered during a recent spiritual retreat in Mexico.

What began as an unexpected moment turned into a powerful reminder of adaptability, intuition, and renewal. In this short meditation, Jessica guides you through breath, stillness, and visualization to help you reconnect with your inner awareness and the quiet strength that lives within you.

Just like the gecko—steady, alert, and adaptable—you’ll explore what it feels like to be grounded while remaining open to change. This practice encourages you to release tension, let go of stories that no longer serve you, and trust the intuitive guidance already present in your body.

Whether you’re starting your day, resetting in the middle of it, or winding down at night, this meditation offers a peaceful pause to breathe, reflect, and realign with your next right step.

Take a breath. Find your footing. And carry the quiet wisdom of adaptability with you.

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On this bonus episode of Next Level: Good Vibes Only, Jessica Salquist leads you through a five-minute guided meditation inspired by the energetic transition from the Year of the Snake to the Year of the Horse.

This calming visualization invites you to reflect on what you’re ready to shed and what you’re ready to chase. As you breathe through the wisdom of stillness and step into the energy of movement, Jessica helps you align with a new rhythm for the year ahead—one marked by strength, courage, and clear direction.

Let go of what no longer fits. Step forward with power and intention. And carry this elevated energy into your leadership, your relationships, and your life.

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