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One thing is for sure, we are all designed differently. 

The definition of temperament: a person’s or animal’s nature, especially as it permanently affects their behavior. 

In this façade-removing episode of the Strong By Design podcast show, guest Jared Haley and host Chris Wilson discuss what Jared refers to as the BIG ugly: Who we actually are and who we portray ourselves to be in the world. 

Both guys reveal their personal Enneagram test results and take a closer look at how to truly know ourselves on a deeper level and understand that God designed us all with a plan and a purpose…  

"As you learn about yourself, you learn what your weaknesses and strengths are so that you can develop and get better, and not so you can use it as an excuse." - Jared Haley 

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01:09 - Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 

05:10 – Temperament: What is it and why it’s important to know your personality type 

10:44 – Jared Haley and Chris Wilson on building better relationships by understanding personality types 

16:38 – The Enneagram Personality Test: Jared and Chris talk about their experience 

20:19 – Jared and Chris share the results of the Enneagram test 

26:26 – Discover the 9 Enneagram personality types 

34:28 – Advantages and disadvantages of learning your personality type 

36:22 – Jared and Chris on our reactions towards others in stressful times 

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From where we stand, things can "appear" to look better off in the distance. 
 
The famous saying ‘the grass is always greener on the other side’ is often referred to by people pursuing interests other than the ones they’re currently involved with.  

However, in reality it’s more like the other famous phrase that goes like this, ‘good from afar but far from good’.  

Honestly, how well do we really know other people's stuff? Most people post their highlight reel life and not the day-to-day grind and frustrations but the image they want others to see. 
 
The grass from afar looks perfect, green and full.  However, when you examine it up close you realize it's not so perfect, it's flawed, needs weeding, has dry patches and needs to be cared for just the same as the grass you're standing in. 
 
Remember, the enemy wants us looking backwards... but we are called to look to the present and the future. So, take care of the grass where you are and spend time focused on it. 

"The windshield is much larger than the rear window for a reason. Why? Because we need to see where we are headed, more than we need to see where we've been." - Chris Wilson 

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00:41 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast

4:29 – Is the grass REALLY greener on the other side? 

06:57 – Host Chris Wilson explores why do we compare ourselves to others

10:20 – What does the Bible say about the 'Grass is Greener" syndrome? 

14:57 – The importance of living in the moment 

16:14 – Chris on why you should focus on your own grass 

18:49 – The power of gratitude

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“Real heroes are all around us. They face challenges with fear and grace.” Our special guest today on the Strong By Design podcast show is the embodiment of selflessness, courage, faith, and inspiration. 
 
“I think a hero is any person really intent on making this a better place for all people.” (Maya Angelou) Matthew Miller, also affectionately known as Superman, shares how God prepared him to do something BRAVE and HEROIC for the sister he prayed God would provide when he was a young boy. His story is inspiring, touching, and educational. 
 
Matt’s incredible story paints a beautiful picture of how God placed him on this earth to accomplish many tasks. One such task was to save his sister. God was developing him for a long time for a unique calling. When God calls, He fully equips you to accomplish His work and will for your life. 
 
You are in for a real treat as Jo Miller interviews her hero and husband Superman. We hope and pray you learn a lot, enjoy the episode, share the podcast, and give it a 5-star review. Thank you for your support. 

"She’s family, and I feel so blessed to have been in a position where we didn’t have to have her on the list and wait for months or years, hoping we could find a kidney.”
- Matt 'Superman' Miller 

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01:20 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 

02:41 - Get to know today’s special guest, Matt 'Superman' Miller 

06:53 – Matt recalls his first meeting with his wife, Jo Miller 

11:33 – What was life like for Matt before the kidney donation 

20:03 – Matt shares his experience of the kidney donation process 

25:28 – The emotional and mental health support before the surgery 

27:35 – What makes him decide to donate his kidney 

29:11 – Matt shares his precautions and preparations before

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What is passion? And are you living a passion filled life? 

For our team here at Critical Bench we define passion this way… Passion is a deep love of who we are, what we do and who we serve. 

It is one of our 7 core values that guides us, leads us and creates the foundation for our purpose at work and in the world. 

Another important question to explore is, “Are you a slave to your work?”  

In this episode on SBD, coach Chris Wilson passionately discusses these questions and more based on an article he recently read in Forbes. Remember, you are not a robot, you were designed for greatness and passion is one of the keys to unlocking it. 

"When passion is fueling what you do, you will naturally outwork and outlast your competitors." - Chris Wilson 

Time Stamps  

00:00 – From TGIF to TGIM: Start looking forward to Monday 

00:41 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 

4:04 – Host Chris Wilson recounts the creation of the company’s core values 

09:06 – Why PASSION is the key to success 

14:12 – Do you lose yourself in your work? 

17:20 – How PASSION sets you apart from your competitors 

25:01 – Discover the 7 Keys to be ‘Strong By Design’ 

26:02 – How can you identify your passion? 

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Today on SBD coach Chris Wilson talks about the necessity of finding positive ways to deal with the stressors in life. Simple things all people can do to infuse joy and purpose in their lives. 

We must discover beneficial habits and routines that can revitalize us while squashing anxiety and worry. Chris covers 15 of his favorite life-giving ways to handle stress. 

"I think a lot of us let things overlap and we do a bad job of cutting things off... We let our work life interfere with our personal life." - Chris Wilson 

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00:52 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast

2:01 – The importance of understanding and managing life’s stressors

5:09 – Discover the healthy ways to FIGHT stress and anxiety

7:13 – The power of walking

11:10 – Why it helps to put your feelings into words

17:42 – Coach Chris on releasing stress through the power of music, podcasts & audio books

20:00 – The importance of setting boundaries between work and personal life

23:55 – Why date nights matter

31:03 – Coach Chris on how does spending time with your partner reduce stress

33:23 – The power of deep breathing

35:27 – The value in mentoring young kids

37:27 – The importance of planning in life

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Baptism does not bring salvation.  

So then, why do believers in Jesus Christ as the Son of God get baptized? 

The concept of baptism seems so simple, get dunked under water by a church pastor and recognize Jesus as your Lord and Savior. But there are so many differing beliefs about ‘why’ we should or should not be baptized and when that should occur. 

Why do babies get baptized in many denominations of the Christian faith? And what are the three big reasons why adults should get baptized? 

On today’s SBD episode, our guest Jared Haley, pastor and video production specialist for Critical Bench, answers all of these common questions regarding baptism in the church. 

"Baptism is not for salvation... My decision to follow Jesus and my salvation, 

I have to be old enough to make that decision in my own heart and for my own life. Nobody can make that decision for me." - Jared Haley 

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00:00 – The power of walking in obedience to God 

00:48 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 

05:55 – Get to know today’s special guest, Jared Haley 

07:40 – Jared shares his kids’ baptism experience 

12:56 – Is Baptism necessary for salvation? 

21:01 – Baby baptism vs. baby dedication: What’s the difference?

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It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog. 

Our guest today on the Strong By Design podcast show exemplifies this statement as good as any human being I’ve ever known or read about. 

Get knocked down 7 times, get up 8. This is the motto of powerlifter, strongman competitor, trainer, nutritionist, online coach, sports performance coach and Believe Big advisor Jo ‘ANIMAL’ Miller. Also known as Killer Miller. All 109 pounds of her! 

Jo is humble, intelligent, and a passionate woman. But with humility comes a lack of ego which requires a loving, supportive husband like Matt, aka Superman Miller to brag for you. Together on SBD, Jo and Matt talk about Jo’s extraordinary powerlifting and strongman journey. 

"She was the best lifter pound for pound... I felt like an unstoppable human, bulletproof."
-Matt & Jo 'Animal' Miller 

Time Stamps  

00:00 – A tale of setback to comeback 

01:46 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 

05:13 – Get to know today’s special guests, Jo and Matt Miller 

09:52 – Jo recounts how she got into powerlifting 

23:21 – Her transition from powerlifting to strongman 

26:12 – Jo gets honest about her mastectomy experience, and how it affected her training 

30:28 – What was it like to return to competition aft

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Overcoming the victim mindset begins with you and some accountability.

If you see yourself as someone who does not have control over their own life, that everyone is responsible for your feelings, actions and results, then you are suffering from the victim mentality.

Your actions can absolutely dictate what does or does not happen to you.

In life it is necessary to get uncomfortable to change and to grow. Having the hard talks when you don't want to and the necessary confrontations in the workplace, at home and in any meaningful relationship.

Today on SBD coach Chris Wilson shares his personal struggles and successes with accountability and what in his opinion are the best 'simple' strategies to begin holding yourself accountable in life.

"We must train ourselves to use new language in our own heads. The words we use internally matter. What you tell yourself repeatedly you eventually believe... right or wrong." -Chris Wilson

Time Stamps

00:00 – The true meaning of living in the present moment

1:17 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast

7:19 – Victim mindset: Ways to navigate through it

11:44 – The power of knowing your ‘WHY’

14:34 – The importance of living in the moment

16:59 – Host Chris Wilson on dealing with difficult times in life

19:43 – Discover the best strategies to get out of the victim mindset

25:38 – The power of positive self-talk

26:40 – The importance of being grateful

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How bad do you want to [fill in the blank]? 

To lose weight perhaps, build muscle or just feel better in your own skin? 

Listen, we are all busy people, and we all want to look and feel our best. But life is moving at 1,000 miles per hour every single day with limited time to get stuff done. We hardly have time enough to breathe and do anything good for ourselves. 

So, the BIG question is this: What’s the difference between people who find the time to GSD while others get stuck and continue to struggle year after year?  

You’d be shocked to discover that achieving our best physique and optimal health is far less complicated than you’ve been led to believe! 

Our guest today on SBD is Charlie Johnson of Charlie Johnson Fitness. He is a Forbes Top 3 Transformation Coach in the World having helped over 8,000 men and women.  
 
 

“The questions we ask ourselves in terms of what we do on a daily basis are more important than the answers... Identifying the needle movers in life, what helps us take a step forward and getting rid of the stuff that does not really make a difference." - Charlie Johnson 

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00:39 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 

3:10 – Get to know Online Transformation Coach, Charlie Johnson 

11:19 – Is being nervous a good or bad thing? 

17:00 – Charlie talks about why some people find the time, while others struggle to get stuff done 

20:21 – What's stopping you from reaching your fitness goals? 

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Above all other things, people ultimately want to find peace in this life. 

Things often feel out of our control regardless of how much effort or thought we apply. 

So, in this uncertain, fast pace grind we call life, where do we turn for peace, love and truth? 

To technology? What about high-priced objects? How about other people experiencing the same frustrations and struggles as us?  

Nothing fills that hole in our soul like being in relationship with our Creator. On today’s SBD podcast, special guest Jared Haley and host Chris Wilson talk about life and the path to inner peace. 

“When I think about trying to find this inner peace through that relationship, it's remembering that it's a relationship with the Father and the Son... and God truly wants what's best for me." - Jared Haley 

Time Stamps  

00:52 – Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 

04:20 – Get to know Jared Haley of Team Critical Bench 

07:46 – The true meaning of Peace 

12:04 – Jared on where do we find peace in today's world 

16:19 – The importance of peace and harmony in the workplace 

20:04 – What does a healthy relationship with God look like? 

28:03 – Love ≠ acceptance: Jared on what does it really mean to be loving 

35:20 – Is there such a thing as Truth? 

41:13 – Jared on how to find peace with God 

48:42 – The power of walking by Faith & living in Faith 

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