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!
"Always forgive your enemies, nothing annoys them so much." — Oscar Wilde
Tim and Steve reference Dan Millman and Jimmy V, both of whom have spoken about the importance of living life to the fullest. They emphasize the need for enthusiasm, motivation, and pushing boundarie…
“We all have inner demons to fight. We call these demons fear and hatred and anger. If you don't conquer them, then a life of a hundred years is a tragedy. If you do, a life of a single day can be a …
Discover the power of cultivating happiness as a habit rather than a goal, inspired by a profound quote from Richard Branson.
Join Tim and Steve as they discuss the importance of being present, pract…
“Don’t be the reason someone feels insecure. Be the reason someone feels seen, heard, and supported by the whole universe.” — Cleo Wade
Tim encountered an 80-year-old man on the beach who was moving with incredible speed and determination using a walker. Despite his age, the man exuded vitality (he did not let the old man in). This i…
“My name is Sherlock Holmes. It is my business to know what other people do not know.” — Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle
Long-term commitments and hard work lead to a well-lived life with purpose. There are no shortcuts to success.
Tim shares a personal anecdote about his daughter Chelsea and a powerful story about a m…
“Don't throw away luck on little stuff. Save it up.” — Tim O'Brien
“The first of April is the day we remember what we are the other 364 days of the year.” — Mark Twain
“Any fool can make a rule, and any fool will mind it.” — Henry David Thoreau
“Tricks and treachery…
Taking chances and risks is important, but having a backup plan is crucial. This episode picks up from a few weeks ago when Tim told Steve about the "yes column, no column, and what ifs" in making de…
“Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.” — Aristotle
Excuses can lead to destructive cycles, trapping you in negative behaviors. Tim shares some real-life stories of how excuses began with justifying little things and escalated into criminal habits.
Ex…
"Be still and know that I am. Be still and know. Be still. Be." — St Patrick
There is wisdom and power in being silent. Thoughtful communication is valuable in today's fast-paced world filled with online criticism and judgment. Tim and Steve reference a quote from Sir Arthur …
“It is better to create than to learn! Creating is the essence of life.” — Gaius Julius Caesar
Tim shares another Florida story and some life lessons from a hot tub encounter.
This podcast episode highlights the significance of always considering the "what ifs" when making decisions.
Be proact…
“Just watching an animal closely can take you out of your mind and bring you into the present moment, which is where the animal lives all the time — surrendered to life.” — Eckhart Tolle
A few weeks ago Tim and Steve explored the concept of humans being created in God's image and our desire to create. Drawing wisdom from a Tony Robbins quote, this episode emphasizes the importance of…