The Ryan Mahle Podcast

Don’t take the easy way out. I’ve heard this a lot over the years, but does it always ring true? What if the easy way out is also the most efficient way out? I believe the saying is talking about being lazy. Don’t take the lazy way out. However, if you can, hit the easy button all day.

When it comes to change, we often look externally instead of internally. Don’t wait on the raise at work to make change. Don’t wait on your friends or family members to get on board to make change. Don’t justify your circumstances in life with excuses. Look within.

Being aware of our privileges in life is essential for understanding and growth. Identifying our privileges keeps us humble; while being willing to accept our own privilege is an amazing test of ones own personal awareness.

A phrase I heard a lot growing up is that, if it’s not one thing, it’s another. And the phrase was used when inconveniences or annoyances would pop up. This type of mindset can lead to believing there’s always something negative waiting for you around the corner.

In this episode, I share an injury during an emotionally charged time in my life that forced me to deal with some things. I’m on the mend now and on a good path…as long as I listen to the signs.

When you get that jolt of inspiration, do you stuff it down for later, or do you act?

We all struggle when we are starting out with something new. But when we practice, we get better. It’s important to not lose sight of the struggle when we see others in a place we used to be.

Are you waiting to live after you retire? Don’t wait until retirement to look for meaning and purpose in your life.

With the law of attraction, the thought is that we attract both the positive and negative experiences that come into our lives. So do we have to just think positive thoughts? If it were only that easy.

How do you start your week? Are you terrified of Monday? Don’t make the mistake of missing out on life just because you’re bitter about a day.