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Boundaries aren’t walls; they’re wisdom in action. We dive into why clear limits are essential for purpose-driven living, how they safeguard your energy and relationships, and what happens when lines stay blurry. From the opening story about choosing what conversations and guests truly serve our audience, to the deeper look at how clarity outperforms chaos, we draw a straight line between healthy boundaries and sustainable impact.

We ground the conversation in Scripture without getting preachy: creation’s separations of light and darkness, land and sea, work and rest; Proverbs’ call to guard the heart; and Jesus’ pattern of stepping away to pray when demands grew loud. That foundation unlocks a practical distinction many leaders miss—Galatians’ difference between burdens we carry together and loads each person must own. When you confuse the two, you either enable dysfunction or abandon people who genuinely need support.

Then we make it real. We name the hidden costs of weak boundaries: emotional exhaustion, role confusion, enabling unhealthy behavior, and the quiet erosion of authority. You’ll hear the pitfalls of saying yes to everything, why inconsistency breaks trust, and how a lack of limits can fracture homes, teams, and communities. To change the pattern, we share a simple three-step framework you can use today: identify capacity, communicate expectations early, and enforce limits with consistency. Along the way, you’ll get reflection prompts to surface the fears behind saying no and to pinpoint the boundaries that would most increase your impact this year.

If you’re ready to lead with clarity, love with structure, and replace resentment with joy, this conversation is for you. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs stronger limits, and leave a review with the boundary you’re committing to protec

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At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

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When the room heats up and the plan falls apart, titles and talent won’t carry you. We dig into the hard edge of leadership—why authority only works when it’s aligned and obedient—and we get specific about how responsibility beats hype in business, community, and faith spaces. From the rush to promote “ready” people who lack the heart of the house to the quiet ways social media erodes credibility, we trace the gap between performance and substance and show how to close it.

You’ll hear vivid stories that stick: the credentialed manager who wilts in a slammed kitchen, the defender who makes a “business decision” at contact, and the seven sons of Sceva trying to spend authority they never earned. We contrast that with David’s restraint under Saul and the traffic cop’s quiet jurisdiction at a dead light to show a simple pattern—real power flows from being under authority first. Confidence, degrees, and charisma help, but obedience authenticates. That’s where teams trust you and results last.

We also lay out a practical reset. Audit your last 30–60 days of choices and words. Map where you’ve freelanced against the mission. Invite a mentor to press your blind spots. Replace shortcuts with process, spotlight with stewardship, and noise with presence—because private discipline fuels public impact. If you lead anything—a crew, a class, a ministry, or a home—this is your call to realign before exposure finds the cracks.

If this resonated, follow and leave a five-star review on Apple Podcasts, subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@theycallmemistayu and share this episode with someone who needs a nudge from hype to healthy authority. What’s one area you’ll realign this week?

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At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

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Ever feel like you’re being treated as a convenience instead of a partner? We take a hard look at the difference between transactional connections that run on favors and optics, and transformational relationships that run on growth, accountability, and respect. Along the way, we unpack why blurry boundaries keep us stuck, how values create clarity, and why showing up when it’s not easy is the real marker of trust.

We break down boundaries without the buzzwords. They aren’t walls to hide behind; they’re stewardship—clear instructions for how we operate and how we want to be treated. From Stephen Covey’s urgency-importance lens to the timeless wisdom of “iron sharpens iron,” we connect practical tools with lived experience. You’ll hear how skepticism often grows from old wounds, how convenience erodes commitment, and why self-control is the quiet force that protects integrity.

Think of friendship as a garden. You till the hard ground—pride, fear, busyness—then plant seeds with consistent time, honest conversations, and service that asks for nothing in return. We share a simple three-step relationship inventory: list your five closest non-family relationships, label each as primarily transactional or transformational (and why), then choose one and invest intentionally this week with an encouraging note, a focused face-to-face, or practical help on a real need. Small deposits compound into trust, and trust compacts into growth.

If you’re ready to move from convenience to commitment, this episode gives you language, tools, and a next step you can do today. Subscribe, leave a five-star review on Apple Podcasts, and tell us what your relationship inventory revealed—what will you invest in this week?

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At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

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Question: Can we try an experiment today where we don’t disconnect ourselves from scripture? Let’s not look at Adam as a louse that ruined the future for us, but see him through more compassionate eyes. 

Easy to say what we would do under the circumstances - but we daily crumble under pressures that are nowhere near as intense —- we snap when somebody gets our breakfast or coffee order wrong and it derails our entire day.

We find out who we are and what we’re made of when we go through the intense situations!

What if the real test of leadership isn’t your reach, but what you’re willing to interrupt for? We take a hard look at the Good Samaritan and our own habits of distance, asking why respected people can see pain and still step to the other side of the road. This isn’t a finger-wag; it’s a mirror. We explore how compassion stops being a feeling and becomes a method: notice, approach, bind, carry, pay, and return—each step costly, each step human.

We unpack the tension between impact and inconvenience that so often defines modern leadership and personal growth. If nothing in our mission costs us time, money, or comfort, maybe we’re managing a brand instead of living a calling. Along the way, we confront common excuses—busy schedules, safety concerns, image protection—and show how they quietly convert empathy into apathy. The Samaritan’s example reframes success: love requires margin, and margin is built on purpose, not by accident. Your neighbor isn’t the one who looks like you or can pay you back; it’s the person right in front of you.

We also turn the story inward. Many of us have been the traveler in the ditch—stripped by setbacks, stalled by fear, unable to rescue ourselves. Remembering that rescue transforms compassion from performance into overflow. It softens the heart and hardens the resolve to act when interruption arrives. You’ll leave with practical prompts to build margin, turn noticing into helping, and commit beyond the moment. Someone will be on your road this week. See them,

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At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

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EveryDay Edge Free 30 minute Strategy: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/the-kitchen-sink

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Feeling stuck between big goals and stop-start effort? We unpack a practical path forward: build small, identity-aligned habits that hold up when motivation dips. Instead of chasing hype, we show how daily discipline becomes the engine for lasting growth, better focus, and steadier emotions—even on the days you’d rather quit. Along the way, we explore the unseen work behind “overnight success,” why consistent routines beat mood swings, and how to turn tiny actions into meaningful momentum.

We start with a clear idea: discipline outperforms inspiration when the weather turns, the schedule slips, or the energy fades. From there, we tie habits to identity, showing how choosing “the kind of person I am” removes daily negotiations and drives behavior that sticks. Think five minutes of reading, a 20-minute walk, or a brief journal session—micro-commitments that reinforce who you’re becoming. We spotlight the compounding effect of 1 percent improvements, the power of mastering the mundane, and the way small course corrections can change your destination over time.

You’ll leave with a simple framework you can apply immediately. Choose one habit that aligns with your values and your future self. Do it every day for seven days. Journal what changes in your mindset, focus, and relationships. This is not about grand gestures; it’s about building a rhythm that works on sunny days and stormy ones alike. If you’ve been waiting for a surge of motivation, stop waiting and start compounding.

Subscribe for more practical tools on wholeness, share this with someone who needs a sustainable plan, and leave a five-star review on Apple Podcasts to tell us what changed for you. What single habit will you commit to for the next seven days?

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At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

Hope you enjoyed our broadcast! If you would like to, or know someone who would like to be connected to Mista Yu as a future guest on one of our shows or to have him on your show or you think he's the perfect fit to be your new High Performance Coach, go here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/oneononewithmistayu

EveryDay Edge Free 30 minute Strategy: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/the-kitchen-sink

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Your peace is too expensive to spend on distractions. We unpack a bold, practical way to protect it: mind your own business—not as apathy, but as disciplined alignment with purpose, character, and wholeness. From the opening minute, we share why our show is shifting into audio and video and how coaching, personal development, and spiritual growth anchor every segment.

We then ground the theme in Scripture: “Aspire to live quietly and to mind your own affairs.” Managing what belongs to you is stewardship, not selfishness. We explore how divided focus robs productivity and how shalom—peace as wholeness—shatters when we meddle. A simple story about a carpenter who keeps building through criticism becomes a playbook for modern life: build, don’t broadcast; work, don’t whine. Along the way, we look at Jesus and Nehemiah as models who refused petty arguments that would have pulled them off mission, without ignoring mercy when urgent need called.

The heart-level issue is validation. Unhealed rejection can drive us to insert ourselves into rooms where we don’t belong, chasing approval instead of purpose. We talk candidly about how that leads to burnout and bitterness, and how to re-center on calling. To make it actionable, we offer five field-tested tools: set emotional boundaries, stay mission-focused by writing your goals and whys, respond instead of react, keep your circle clean so gossip doesn’t set the tone, and embrace quiet progress where consistency speaks louder than commentary.

If you’ve felt scattered, drained, or stuck in everyone else’s storyline, this conversation will help you reset your attention and recover your peace. Test your own work, carry your own load, and let your life’s focus speak for itself. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs stronger boundaries, and leave a review telling us t

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At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

Hope you enjoyed our broadcast! If you would like to, or know someone who would like to be connected to Mista Yu as a future guest on one of our shows or to have him on your show or you think he's the perfect fit to be your new High Performance Coach, go here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/oneononewithmistayu

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[This is the first edition of a series of hard sayings from the Bible designed to demystify complex ideas and stories in Scripture. Hopefully, we did this one justice!]

Some teachings soothe. This one rearranges the furniture of your heart. We dive into Mark 3:31–35, where Jesus, mid‑teaching in the temple, refuses to step away when his relatives call for him—and then redraws the map of family: “Whoever does God’s will is my brother and sister and mother.” It’s a startling move in a culture where bloodline governed land, legacy, and honor, and it still rattles modern listeners who equate love with constant access.

We unpack why this moment isn’t rejection but redefinition. With cultural context and plain talk, we explore how obedience takes priority over approval, how boundaries protect integrity, and how counting the cost keeps our yes meaningful. You’ll hear about identity shifts after trauma, the trap of rescuing at the expense of calling, and the wisdom of gates over open doors—selective access that honors people without surrendering purpose. We revisit the disciples dropping their nets on the spot and consider the everyday version of that courage when family expectations collide with faithful work.

Along the way, we share a personal story of choosing covenant over pressure and the relational fallout that followed, offering practical tools to navigate your own crossroads: capacity audits, clear commitments, and language that sets loving but firm boundaries. If you’ve ever asked whether putting God first means letting someone down, this conversation gives you a framework to act with clarity and compassion. Listen, reflect, and then tell us: which relationship needs realignment so your calendar matches your calling?

If this resonated, follow the show, leave a review, and share it with someone who’s wrestling with priorities—your story might be the nudge they need.

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I know none of us have the answers but as a High Performance Coach, I place high value on taking small, consistent steps to find answers and purpose on this success journey. If you would like to explore some options or just give me a chance to help you regain your edge, book a free 30 minute strategy call here: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach.

At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

Hope you enjoyed our broadcast! If you would like to, or know someone who would like to be connected to Mista Yu as a future guest on one of our shows or to have him on your show or you think he's the perfect fit to be your new High Performance Coach, go here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/oneononewithmistayu

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Accountability is not a vibe; it’s a skill. We dig into emotional maturity as the everyday edge that steadies relationships, sharpens decisions, and builds the kind of trust you can’t fake. No jargon, no quick fixes—just a clear path from reactivity to responsibility, with practical steps you can use the next time life pushes your buttons.

We start by defining what emotional maturity is and isn’t. It is not suppression, pretending “I’m fine,” or tossing out a lazy “my bad.” It is the choice to recognize your state, understand why you feel what you feel, own your part, and respond in a way that matches your values. From fast-food meltdowns to fragile apologies, we show how small moments reveal our operating system. Then we connect the dots to leadership: self-regulation is a performance multiplier. When pressure rises, the person who can govern their reactions leads better, negotiates better, and repairs faster.

To bring it home, we pull lessons from two powerful models. Joseph’s integrity under betrayal and Mandela’s restraint after 27 years in prison show how composure can unlock influence and reconciliation. Their stories answer the big doubt—“Does my maturity even matter?”—with a clear yes. You shape legacy in the way you handle triggers today. That’s why we share the Trigger-To-Truth framework: identify the trigger, name what you feel, define your role, and choose a response aligned with your values and goals. Write it down, spot patterns, and trade shame for ownership.

We close by teeing up what’s next: small, consistent habits and why discipline—not motivation—drives lasting change. If you’re ready to stop letting random emotions run your day and start acting from clear values, this conversation is your starting line. Listen, take the framework for a spin, and tell us what changes for you this week. If

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At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

Hope you enjoyed our broadcast! If you would like to, or know someone who would like to be connected to Mista Yu as a future guest on one of our shows or to have him on your show or you think he's the perfect fit to be your new High Performance Coach, go here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/oneononewithmistayu

EveryDay Edge Free 30 minute Strategy: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/the-kitchen-sink

Hire Mista Yu as your next High Performance Coach: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach

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What if your circle is deciding your future more than your plans are? We put that idea to the test with a bold social experiment: before the new year races ahead, put every close relationship under the microscope and ask whether it pushes you higher or keeps you comfortable.

We share a personal story about how good intentions collapsed under the weight of proximity, and how one moment with the wrong crowd stamped a label that goals alone couldn’t shake. From there, we unpack why comfort masquerading as care can quietly cap your growth, and we bring in a powerful data point from the Harvard Study of Adult Development showing that relationship quality is the strongest predictor of long‑term well‑being. The lesson is clear: influence beats intention, and your closest ties are writing your identity in real time.

Together, we outline what healthy relationships require—mutual accountability and shared values. You’ll hear the kind of truth‑telling that builds character, not shame, and learn how clear standards protect your path when emotions run high. We also give you a practical framework to audit your circle: five names, three core values, specific ways each person supports or strains those values, and one boundary or conversation to move things forward. If love doesn’t lift you, it’s time to renegotiate the terms.

We close with reflection prompts to guide your next steps: Who are you becoming because of them? What decision have you delayed to avoid conflict? If nothing changes, where does this lead in five or ten years? Add a quarterly review to keep your relationships aligned with your goals, and watch your identity finally catch up to your intentions.

Listen now, run the experiment, and tell us what you discover. If this helped you rethink your circle, subscribe, share the episode with someone who needs it, and leave a review with one insight you’re acting on this week.

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I know none of us have the answers but as a High Performance Coach, I place high value on taking small, consistent steps to find answers and purpose on this success journey. If you would like to explore some options or just give me a chance to help you regain your edge, book a free 30 minute strategy call here: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach.

At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

Hope you enjoyed our broadcast! If you would like to, or know someone who would like to be connected to Mista Yu as a future guest on one of our shows or to have him on your show or you think he's the perfect fit to be your new High Performance Coach, go here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/oneononewithmistayu

EveryDay Edge Free 30 minute Strategy: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/the-kitchen-sink

Hire Mista Yu as your next High Performance Coach: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach

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We can't wait to hear from you!

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Rejection can feel like a verdict, but what if it’s a mirror showing alignment instead of worth? We open the door to a candid, faith-rooted, and practical look at being overlooked, ignored, or undervalued—and how to turn that pain into purpose. Drawing from Samuel’s correction, Joseph’s rise from the pit, and Jesus’ steady focus without applause, we unpack why rejection often targets identity and assignment more than the person, and how that realization frees you from chasing approval.

We get specific about the pivot points that change everything. You’ll hear why misalignment isn’t inadequacy, how redirection can be protection in disguise, and what it takes to pass the quiet character test when the room goes cold. We share the diamond-in-the-dark story to illustrate how true worth shines under pressure, then move into four grounded habits: reframe spiritually instead of emotionally, refuse retaliation, stay rooted in purpose, and renew your mind daily. Peace becomes more than a vibe; it’s stability—nothing missing, nothing broken—anchored in truth rather than the shifting winds of opinion.

By the end, you’ll have a clearer lens for closed doors and a stronger posture for the next “no.” When leadership is rejected, keep leading in love. When ideas are dismissed, keep creating with integrity. When your message is minimized, keep speaking with grace. If rejection couldn’t stop Jesus, it won’t stop you; it will refine you. Listen now, share this with someone who needs the reminder, and tell us: where are you choosing conviction over validation today? If this resonated, subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts and our YouTube channel, leave a five-star review and some thoughts about the episode, and send the episode to a friend who’s rebuilding their peace.

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