To be or not to be, this episode is all about resilience.  Self-awareness is key to healing. 

In this soul-stirring episode, we’re diving deep into the powerful truth that your pain is not in vain; it’s the very fuel for your purpose. Whether you’ve faced heartbreak, loss, betrayal, illness, or burnout, your struggle shapes something divine within you.

You weren't meant to just survive it, you were meant to rise because of it.

I’ll share personal stories, hard-earned lessons, and the mindset shift that turns wounds into wisdom. This isn't just motivation, it's transformation. By the end of this episode, you'll see why your success won't happen in spite of your pain... it will happen because of it.

This is your reminder: The fire didn’t come to destroy you. It came to forge you.

Today's episode, remember that every oven has to be on to work, and every challenge is an opportunity for growth. You are the baker of your life, capable of baking through life's most challenging times with grace and strength. As you reflect on today's discussion, ask yourself: What new horizon will you chart, knowing you possess the courage and resilience to reach it?

Don't Burn Your Cake 

In this episode, Rashad Hayes emphasizes the importance of gratitude and being grateful for where you are in life. He discusses how gratitude can help you grow and overcome challenges. He also talks about the difficulties of pursuing your dreams and the need to keep moving forward despite setbacks and lack of support. Rashad encourages listeners to check their recipe and upgrade their ingredients to continue improving. He emphasizes the importance of being real, raw, and uncut in order to make lasting change. The episode concludes with a reminder to remain grateful and motivated.

Keywords

gratitude, growth, challenges, pursuing dreams, setbacks, support, improvement, realness, motivation

Takeaways

• Be grateful for where you are in life, while still striving for growth.
• Pursuing your dreams is challenging, but it's important to keep moving forward.
• Check your recipe and upgrade your ingredients to continue improving.
• Be real, raw, and uncut in order to make lasting change.
• Remain grateful and motivated in your journey.

In this episode, Rashad Hayes emphasizes the importance of having an 'empty bleachers mentality' and giving 100% effort regardless of the number of supporters. He discusses the need to prepare for success and not just focus on the end goal. Rashad shares his personal experience of not putting in enough work as an athlete and how he has learned from that. He encourages listeners to be intentional with their process and study successful individuals in their field. He also emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement and being prepared for opportunities.

Keywords

empty bleachers mentality, preparation, work ethic, intentional process, continuous improvement, opportunities

Takeaways

• Have an 'empty bleachers mentality' and give 100% effort regardless of the number of supporters.
• Don't just focus on the end goal, but also prepare and put in the necessary work.
• Be intentional with your process and study successful individuals in your field.
• Embrace continuous improvement and be prepared for opportunities.

In this episode, Rashad Hayes emphasizes the importance of going through the process and not trying to cheat it. He uses the analogy of taking a quiz versus taking a test to illustrate that passing the quiz (instant gratification) may lead to failing the test (long-term success). He encourages listeners to learn from their trials and tribulations and not just try to get out of difficult situations. Rashad also discusses the significance of staying motivated and committed to the process of becoming who you want to be. He emphasizes the importance of knowing your worth and not settling for less.

Keywords

process, cheating, quiz, test, trials and tribulations, motivation, commitment, knowing your worth

Takeaways

• Don't try to cheat the process; it is essential for long-term success.
• Learn from your trials and tribulations instead of just trying to get out of difficult situations.
• Stay motivated and committed to the process of becoming who you want to be.
• Know your worth and don't settle for less.

In this episode, Rashad Hayes emphasizes the importance of self-love and learning to love oneself unconditionally. He shares personal experiences of struggling with self-love and the impact it had on his life. Rashad encourages listeners to embrace their flaws and uniqueness, and to prioritize self-care and self-acceptance. He highlights that loving oneself is the foundation for healthy relationships and personal growth. The episode concludes with a reminder to forgive past hurts and to continue on the journey of self-love.

Keywords

self-love, self-acceptance, personal growth, forgiveness, embracing flaws, self-care

Takeaways

• Self-love is essential for personal growth and healthy relationships.
• Embrace your flaws and uniqueness, as they make you who you are.
• Prioritize self-care and take time to love and care for yourself.
• Forgive past hurts and let go of pain to free yourself.
• Loving yourself unconditionally allows you to become the best version of yourself.

In this episode of Resilient Layers, Rashad Hayes reflects on his recent experience of being around influential figures like Inky Johnson, Jameis Winston, and Michael Penix Jr. He emphasizes the importance of finding what you need to succeed and not making excuses for not having it. Rashad shares his journey of finding the support and connections he needed to pursue his dreams and encourages listeners to do the same. He also discusses the significance of staying humble and focused on personal growth rather than being complacent with success. The episode ends with a heartfelt prayer for listeners facing various challenges.

Keywords

resilience, finding support, pursuing dreams, personal growth, staying humble, success

Takeaways

• Find what you need to succeed and don't make excuses for not having it.
• Seek out the support and connections you need to pursue your dreams.
• Stay humble and focused on personal growth, even in the face of success.
• Appreciate where you are in your journey and continue to strive for more.

The conversation explores the illusion of time and the importance of taking advantage of the time we have. It emphasizes the significance of not falling victim to the illusion of time and making the most of every moment.

Keywords

illusion of time, time management, taking advantage of time, life lessons, self-improvement

Takeaways

• Time is not promised, and it's important to make the most of the time we have.
• Don't fall victim to the illusion of time; take advantage of every moment.
• The best time is the time we have right now; make the most of it.
• Regret is the price of not taking advantage of time; learn from past mistakes and make the most of the present.
• Mental fortitude and self-discipline are essential for making the most of our time.

In this episode, Rashad Hayes discusses the concept of being copied and the importance of understanding one's purpose. He emphasizes that copying is a sign of success and encourages listeners to embrace their uniqueness. He also delves into the significance of adversity and its role in shaping individuals. Throughout the conversation, he shares personal anecdotes and insights to inspire and motivate his audience.

Keywords

success, purpose, uniqueness, adversity, motivation, inspiration, self-discovery, confidence

Takeaways

• Being copied is a sign of success and a testament to one's unique abilities.
• Understanding one's purpose is crucial for self-discovery and confidence.
• Adversity plays a significant role in shaping individuals and revealing their strengths.
• Embracing one's uniqueness and sharing experiences can inspire and motivate others.