A lion raised among sheep believed he was one—until he saw his reflection.

In this episode, John Eades tells a timeless story about identity, self-talk, and reclaiming your inner strength. If you’ve ever doubted yourself because of the voices around you (or inside you), this one’s for you.

Quote of the Day: “The words you say to yourself are the most important words you say.”

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If someone says, “That’s impossible,” what they really mean is, “I don’t know how.”

In this episode, John Eades shares the true story of how Elon Musk’s team got a rocket across the country—not by following the rules, but by rewriting them. You’ll learn why resourcefulness often matters more than resources.

Quote of the Day: “Physics are the only laws. Everything else is a suggestion.” — Elon Musk

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You were born looking like your parents. But you’ll die looking like your habits.

In this episode, John Eades unpacks how your daily choices—what you eat, read, say, and do—shape who you become. You’ll learn why change doesn’t require a life overhaul, just one better habit at a time.

Quote of the Day: “When you’re young, you look like your parents. When you’re older, you look like your habits.”

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When fear roars, most people run away. The courageous do the opposite.

In this episode, John Eades shares the story of how lions use fear to trap their prey—and why your instinct to avoid discomfort might be costing you growth. You’ll learn why the hardest path is often the right one, and how to identify and run toward the “roars” in your life.

Quote of the Day: “Everything you want is on the other side of fear.”

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It’s easy to overlook someone who’s quietly improving—but that’s where greatness is built. In this episode, John shares a key insight from a recent coaching session and unpacks why you should never underestimate a person who’s working on themselves in their free time.

Quote of the Day: “You’re working while you wait. Your time is coming.”

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You don’t have a talent problem; you have a focus problem. In this episode, John shares the story behind one of his 7th grade football team’s core values—and how Sylvester Stallone’s writing of Rocky teaches us the power of intense focus and blocking out distraction.

Quote of the Day: “Focus is the habit of habits.” — Dan Koe

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Most of life’s collisions are with empty boats. In this episode, John retells a classic story from Marshall Goldsmith about anger, perspective, and letting go. You’ll learn a powerful question to ask when frustration strikes—and why it might not be as personal as it feels.

Quote of the Day: “Don’t waste energy being angry at an empty boat.”

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You are either energy-rich or energy-poor—and so is everyone around you. In this episode, John shares the story of a leader who left a lasting impression—not with his title, but with his energy. Learn how the heliotropic effect applies to your leadership and why being a source of light matters more than ever.

Quote of the Day: “A candle doesn’t lose anything by lighting another candle.”

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Nothing in life is worthwhile unless you take risks. In this episode, John Eades breaks down what it really means to take a risk—and why the biggest moments in your life are waiting on the other side of uncertainty. From relationships to career moves, the leap is worth it.

Quote of the Day: “Taking a risk is believing that what could be is more important than what is.”

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Success is something you get. Excellence is someone you become.

In this episode, John Eades explores the key difference between success and excellence, shares a powerful quote from Julie Fournier, and tells the story of how Joe Burrow raised the standard—even after a win.

Quote of the Day: “Success is an event. Excellence is a process.” – Julie Fournier

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