What does it really mean to become a better version of yourself — and what does it take to actually stay the course?

In this episode of The Protecting Outcomes Podcast, brothers Brian and Devon Rooney get real, raw, and refreshingly honest about the daily grind of self-improvement. From cold showers and morning routines to negotiating with a crying eight-year-old before school, this episode is packed with the kind of authentic, unscripted moments that remind you growth isn't glamorous — but it's absolutely worth it.Devon shares how a simple compliment from his daughter stopped him in his tracks and forced him to confront just how critical he is of himself. "Take the compliment" sounds easy — until you realize how often we talk ourselves out of our own wins. Meanwhile, Devon unpacks the mindset shift that's been hitting differently lately: you can't become a new version of yourself while holding on to the old one. The old you has to die. And that's not dramatic — that's just the price of growth.The guys also dig into the power of asking the right questions (spoiler: "how" and "what" go a long way in a heated moment), the discipline of being a doer — not just a planner — and why repetition truly is the mother of all skill. Whether it's re-reading Secrets of the Millionaire Mind for the 12th time or finding creative ways to stay consistent when life throws work, family, and full shop schedules at you, Brian and Devon model what it looks like to stack wins one day at a time.

Oh, and Brian's book Protecting Outcomes is officially live on Audible — and there are free codes up for grabs.

If you're ready to stop waiting for the perfect moment and start doing the damn thing, this episode is your reminder that the outcomes you want are worth protecting — starting today.