We all have an enemy within ourselves that must be defeated. Don't deny that. Realize it. Accept it. Own it. Learn to focus that energy and become a powerful, peaceful warrior — a better, stronger person.
Tim Hoover and Steve Mittman, lifelong martial artists, kick around things like 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆, 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲, 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲, 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗵, 𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀, 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁, and more — in a way that's appreciated by everyone. Martial artist or not, 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲. Together, we'll 𝘼𝙩𝙩𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙇𝙄𝙁𝙀, 𝙉𝙤𝙩 𝙊𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙨!
"Never allow someone to be your priority while allowing yourself to be their option." — Mark Twain
The Power of Persistence: Climbing Out of the Hole
A few weeks ago, you heard the story of the fish that forgot who and what he was. Today, hear the story of the donkey trapped in a hole. It’s a meta…
“Accept the things to which fate binds you, and love the people with whom fate brings you together, but do so with all your heart.” — Marcus Aurelius
If you know your purpose and dig deep to realize why you do what you do, you'll have a much clearer vision. Your "why" is like a guiding force to help you stay on track and face challenges.
We tried to have a little fun on this episode, but in the end it went to the dogs!
Tim and Steve discuss the “Triangle of Success” — emphasizing the importance of having a strong support group (family, friends); finding good teachers (coaches, mentors); and showing up consistently …
“Don't watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going.” — Sam Levenson
This week, in honor of Independence Day here in the United States, Tim and Steve explore the relationship between freedom and happiness. They discuss the fundamental principles that shaped America an…
“You have power over your mind — not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” — Marcus Aurelius
Tim and Steve explore the concept of self-discipline and its significance in personal development. They bring up the "six selves," which include discipline, respect, control, confidence, defense, and…
"A leader is best when people barely know he exists. When his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say: we did it ourselves." — Lao Tzu
Ben Mudge joins Tim and Steve again to emphasize the importance of appreciating what we have and cultivating a positive internal dialogue. Ben encourages his clients to focus on the things their bodi…
"When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive — to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love." — Marcus Aurelius
Hear why Tim chooses to be a weed. The long and short of it is: weeds don’t just survive, they thrive in tough times. He reflects on events such as 9-11, COVID, and the recent wildfires burning in Qu…
"Everything is the product of one universal creative effort. There is nothing dead in Nature. Everything is organic and living, and therefore the whole world appears to be a living organism." — Luciu…
Sammy Kelly, Tim, and Steve discuss the importance of being intentional about where you choose to spend your time and energy, and how letting others make decisions for you can pull you in directions …
“There are only two days in the year that nothing can be done. One is called Yesterday and the other is called Tomorrow. Today is the right day to Love, Believe, Do and mostly Live.” — Dalai Lama
This episode’s message is clear: Find the truth, speak the truth, and you will live a more authentic and fulfilled life. When you’re in the “arena” of life, you must fight the fight and continue doin…
"Enjoy life now. This is not a rehearsal." — Bob Marley
Heading into the Memorial Day weekend, this episode reminds us of how great we all have it in the United States. Thanks to the brave souls who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation wit…