Most of us believe that once we finally achieve our goals - make the money, get the dream job, find the right partner - we’ll finally be happy.
But what if that day never actually comes?

This episode dives into why achieving your dreams won’t make you happy, and why fulfillment can’t be found in accomplishments or external success.

I’ll share personal stories, lessons from my own journey, and insights from spiritual teachings that reveal a simple truth: happiness isn’t waiting for us at the finish line - it’s found in how we show up to this moment.

In this episode, I share stories, quotes, and reflection prompts to help you understand the power of your internal dialogue - and how shifting the way you speak to yourself can transform your life.

We all resist life in one way or another - waiting for the perfect moment, avoiding discomfort, or trying to control everything. The truth is, life doesn’t wait. You only get better by doing, and resistance is often the signal pointing to where you need to grow.

In this video, I share why everything starts messy, how to stop resisting, and a personal story of how leaning into the discomfort changed everything for me.

If you’ve been holding back, this is your reminder: start now, start messy, and stop resisting life.

Ever wonder why you can’t stop scrolling?

In this episode, I break down how cheap dopamine hijacks your focus, the cost of mindless phone time, and why having a clear vision gives you an unfair advantage in today’s distracted world.

If you’re ready to stop drifting and start directing your energy toward something meaningful, this one’s for you.

In this episode, I sit down with Justin Buonomo, CEO of Journey to Financial Freedom, to talk about what it really means to achieve financial freedom. We dive into beliefs, mindset, habits, and practical steps you can take to break free from financial stress and start building lasting wealth.

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In this episode, I share the story of a 4-day camping trip where I unplugged from technology and unexpectedly reconnected with a part of myself I had buried for years: my passion for music. From the quiet lessons of being fully present to a chance encounter with a stranger playing guitar on the beach, I discovered how easily we lose touch with what makes us feel alive. This is a conversation about presence, trust, and rediscovering the passions that bring our soul back into flow.

In this episode, I reflect on what it means to stay consistent when things aren’t moving as fast as you hoped.

I share a reminder to focus on progress, not perfection, and a powerful story from Think and Grow Rich about how success might be closer than you think.

If you’re feeling stuck or low on motivation… this one’s for you.

You keep telling yourself you’ll start when you’re “ready.”
When you have more time. More confidence. The right things in place first...
But let’s be real... that day never comes.

In this episode, I open up about how I spent an entire year putting off my biggest project… and how one late night and a powerful conversation with my men’s group helped me finally break through.

I dive into:
• How perfectionism masks fear — and keeps you stuck
• The moment I finally hit record and felt fully alive again
• Why clarity comes after action, not before it
• How brotherhood and accountability can shift everything

If you’ve been procrastinating, waiting to feel ready, or playing small, this is your sign. You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to start.

In this powerful conversation, Jake Kauffman returns to the podcast to explore how pain, loss, and hardship can become unexpected teachers. From his cabin burning down to helping men move beyond the hustle mindset, Jake shares how embracing discomfort has deepened his relationship with God, expanded his capacity for love, and transformed the way he supports others. If you’ve ever wondered how to find peace in the storm, this episode is for you.

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Jesus once told a story about a master, three servants, and what they each did with what they were given.
It’s a short parable, but it carries a message that still hits hard today.

In this episode, I unpack that story and share why it’s been on my heart lately.
If you’ve ever wrestled with fear, hesitation, or feeling like what you have isn’t enough, this one's for you.