Steadfast Collective Podcast

In this episode, Austin sits down with friend and athlete Dave Cox to discuss his belief in the structure of daily process, the line between resentment and love, and why fear is such a powerful driver in our lives.

Dave shares valuable lessons from his life experiences to drive home a powerful message about how to be a more effective person in a hyper-competitive world.

If you enjoyed this episode, please consider following for similar discussions in the future!

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Everyone has had a moment where they’ve remained steadfast, been resilient, and overcome something hard. This podcast shines a light on those moments, and more importantly, the values of those people who embody a collective steadfast approach to life.

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Abby and Austin discuss the last 3-months of life and how their lives have progressed in one year’s time. Listen for plenty of takeaways, laughs, and gratitude!

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On this episode of the Steadfast Collective Podcast, Austin Myers is joined by friend and athlete, Daniel Flores. Daniel recently completed the Moab 240 – one of the hardest ultramarathons in the world. 

Daniel shares his unique experiences from the multi-day adventure, as well as the mindset that went into overcoming numerous obstacles along the way. 

Listen to learn how to make the most of your emotions in high-pressure situations, what to do in the face of self-doubt, and how to win when your back is against the wall. 

If you enjoyed this episode, follow or subscribe to the podcast for upcoming episodes, and connect with the resources below!

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Connect with Daniel – https://www.instagram.com/daniel.floress/ 

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Follow the Steadfast Collective – https://www.instagram.com/steadfastperformance_/ 

Discipline is more than simply working harder, it’s an approach that requires belief in the self, and a commitment to process. 

In this episode, you will learn what discipline is, what it’s not, why the “disciplined life” is a necessary precursor to success, and 5 unique strategies for living with greater discipline each day.

Much of this episode was inspired by Ryan Holiday’s “Discipline is Destiny.” If you’re interested in reading or listening to the book, you can find a link below. Also, if you’re listening to this episode shortly after its release, you can enter our giveaway to win a free copy of Holiday’s best-selling book.

RESOURCES:

Connect w/ Austin - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/austinmyerss_/⁠⁠ 

The Steadfast Collective - https://www.instagram.com/thesteadfastcollective_/ 

Discipline is Destiny (Ryan Holiday) - https://a.co/d/06TQjzez 

One day out from the Rocky Raccoon 100 mile ultra marathon. This podcast offers a look into my mindset and purpose, as well as a special initiative that will inspire this effort.

Faithful, strong, kind-hearted, caring and hard working are just a few words that could be used to describe Sydney Petty.

To all that were blessed to know her, you knew she was as amazing as they get. She was a devoted wife to her amazing husband Joseph Ross Petty and an incredible mom to her son Zeke. She was a daughter, sister, aunt, pediatric ICU nurse practitioner and an incredible friend to so many.

She would do anything for anyone and was always ready to give a helping hand or offer words of encouragement. To know Sydney was to truly love her.

If you didn’t, this is her story:
Sydney and Joseph got married in 2020 and they were blessed to become pregnant in 2022. They welcomed their son Ezekiel (Zeke) on 9/24/2022 and it was the happiest day of their lives, but 2 days later, their joy quickly became shock and despair when Sydney was diagnosed with Lymphoma.

Last fall, Sydney underwent treatment, and then in Spring 2023 she had a bone marrow transplant. This past year has been extremely tough and filled with countless appointments, hard news and hospitalizations. In August of 2023, they finally heard the words that they had been hoping and praying for - Sydney was in remission!

In facing recent complications over the past few months, Sydney discovered that the cancer was back and was, unfortunately, extremely aggressive. Despite the physical and emotional trials facing her, Sydney remained steadfast in her conviction to be the best mother, wife, and servant of God that she could be.

On Thursday, January 25th, Sydney Petty passed away. She is now free of pain and suffering, and has undoubtedly found her eternal home with God, in heaven – in her final days she said, without fear or reservation, “my salvation is rooted in God, and I know where I’m going. It will be okay.”

Tomorrow, we will run 100 miles in her honor. We will exemplify the virtues she displayed in her daily life, and in doing so, raise money to support the family she left behind.

Please consider donating here, and follow along with the race tomorrow.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/prayers-for-the-petty-family?fbclid=IwAR1cXu7YHNo7auANKI923T4YMnAcqsRvhwgZNBYqt-2JjP_OS_vYQh-4NIw

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This week, Austin and Abby sit down to reflect upon 2023, the challenges faced, and the lessons learned. Listen to hear how intimate relationships can support your quality of life, why a flexible vision is essential to growth, and how to advocate for yourself amidst life’s trials. 

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Connect w/ Abby - https://www.instagram.com/abby_siever/ 

Follow Steadfast Collective - https://www.instagram.com/thesteadfast_collective/ 

In this episode, Regan Sikes joins the podcast to share perspective-altering ideas for a stronger, more resilient mind. 

We discuss the ever-important, often complicated relationship between our personal goals and interpersonal relationships, along with tangible practices for being more present. Regan shares experiences from her recent 100-mile ultramarathon, and reflects on the time in her life that she journaled for over 1,000 days straight!

This episode is packed with valuable information that will leave you inspired, curious, and empowered to develop practices that foster groundedness in your daily life, for whatever important moments lie ahead. 

If you enjoyed this episode and don’t already connect with Regan, Austin, or the Steadfast Collective, check out the links below for more information.

Resources:

Connect w/ Regan - https://www.instagram.com/regansikes/ 

Connect w/ Austin - https://www.instagram.com/austinmyerss_/ 

Follow Steadfast Collective - https://www.instagram.com/thesteadfast_collective/ 

In this episode, Marc Vivas joins the podcast to discuss his belief in pursuing hard things, a unique perspective on “training to win”, and how he has navigated moments of drastic transition to redefine his self-image for the better. 

This episode will leave you inspired to overcome whatever misfortune life throws at you. Marc’s commitment to self-development separates him from the noise of our “speak, then act” world, and powerfully reinforces the importance of a simple, yet effective approach to growth.

If you enjoyed this episode and don’t already connect with Marc, Austin, or the Steadfast Collective, check out the links below for more information.

Time Stamps: 

05:10 - Redefining the limit of running 100 miles.

11:05 - Living an above average life by pursuing what you love. 

15:50 - Understanding our human need for intentionality. 

18:55 - Searching for a feeling over an outcome. 

23:05 - Navigating a career ending injury from the military. 

27:00 - Emotions as a means to promote intuition.

30:25 - Assigning value to the things we care about in times of loss. 

36:45 - Don’t prove to be the toughest. Train to win.

39:40 - Physical training as a means to better face life’s obstacles. 

43:00 - “It’s not what you can do fresh, it’s what you do tired.”

47:05 - Using a past version of yourself as a measuring stick to gauge life progress. 

50:50 - Where the mind goes in times of struggle.

56:00 - How hard moments separate the “great” from the “good”.

59:05 - The simplicity of execution and performance.

01:07:00 - Why resilience is such an important characteristic to develop.

01:13:30 - Meaningful moments that come out of voluntary hardship.

01:17:00 - Differentiating between “simple” and “easy”.

Resources:

Connect w/ Marc - https://www.instagram.com/m_vivas_/ 

Connect w/ Austin - https://www.instagram.com/austinmyers12/

Follow Steadfast Collective - https://www.instagram.com/thesteadfast_collective/ 

Christopher Gabayan is a performance and mindset coach, creative photographer and videographer, Captain in the U.S. Army, and unconventional ultra endurance athlete. 

In this episode, we discuss the Long Island 150 - Chris’ upcoming endurance challenge of rucking 150 miles across Long Island, NY from November 9th-12th. Chris shares his 3 guiding pillars of purpose, passion, and happiness, and how these values have influenced his decision to transition out of the military to pursue entrepreneurship full-time.

This episode will leave you inspired to establish your own standard of success, by questioning what truly matters and pursuing your passions with conviction. 

If you enjoyed this episode and don’t already connect with Chris, Austin, or the Steadfast Collective, check out the links below for more information.

Connect with Chris - https://www.instagram.com/longislandninja/ 

Support the Long Island 150 Ruck - https://support.hopeforthewarriors.org/fundraiser/5058411 

0:52 - OPEN

3:06 - Chris’ decision to transition out of the military.

13:05 - The connections between life and photography.

21:54 - How social media provided role models for Chris in pursuing entrepreneurship.

26:08 - The struggles of life transitions. 

33:10 - Sacrificing the past for what’s possible in the future. 

36:45 - Saying “no” to embrace a greater “yes”.

41:58 - How Chris’ military experience informed his values.

45:50 - The reward is in the process of becoming.

49:55 - Why Chris has decided to ruck 150 miles and the meaning behind “Purpose Beyond”.

1:02:30 - The basics of the challenge - what you need to know.

1:16:47 - The greatest difference between Chris’ training and the 4-day challenge.

1:20:29 - Chris’ relationship with pain.

1:23:42 - The differences between physical and emotional pain.

1:27:52 - How Chris remains steadfast under trial.

1:33:32 - Encouragement for anyone experiencing a trial in their lives. 

Resources:

Connect w/ Austin - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/austinmyers12/⁠

Follow Steadfast Collective - https://www.instagram.com/thesteadfast_collective/ 

Watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@austinmyers_ 

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