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  • Finding True Freedom in Being Real - Episode 116

    Finding True Freedom in Being Real - Episode 116
    2025/10/08
    We talk a lot on this podcast about grit, about living on the edge of your comfort zone, about pushing yourself through the uncomfortable to grow. Today, we’re going deeper.

    We’re talking about what happens when the hustle and performance become masks, when we hide behind being “fine” instead of being seen for who we really are. This episode is about vulnerability, authenticity, and the courage to take that mask off. Growth doesn’t happen when we’re pretending to have it all together. It happens when we finally admit we don’t and ask for help.

    Five Key Insights:

    Hiding Behind the Mask Keeps You Stuck
    We learn early to hide—covering our flaws, failures, and fears with a mask of “I’m fine.” But that mask becomes a trap. It isolates us, keeps us from real connection, and prevents true healing. Freedom begins when we take it off and allow ourselves to be seen.

    Vulnerability Is Strength, Not Weakness
    Asking for help, admitting you’re struggling, or saying “I don’t have it all together” takes more courage than faking your way through. The real strength lies in owning your story, showing up authentically, and letting others in.

    Brotherhood Breaks Isolation
    When men have a safe place to be honest—like the Built for More community—everything changes. Growth happens when we can talk openly, call each other out in love, and walk through struggles together. Brotherhood builds freedom and accountability.

    The Hustle Can Become a Hiding Place
    Sometimes busyness becomes another mask. We use the hustle to avoid our emotions, silence the pain, or postpone hard conversations. But staying busy isn’t the same as being healthy. Healing starts when we stop hiding behind productivity and start facing what’s really going on.

    Growth Lives on the Other Side of Honesty
    Whether it’s journaling, reflection, or conversations with trusted people, being honest—with yourself and others—creates clarity. When you stop negotiating your non-negotiables and face the truth, your priorities realign, your mindset shifts, and transformation begins.

    One Truth:
    You can’t grow while you’re hiding. Real transformation begins the moment you take off the mask and let yourself be seen.
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    39 分
  • Take Off the Mask: Honest Conversations That Lead to Growth - Episode 115

    Take Off the Mask: Honest Conversations That Lead to Growth - Episode 115
    2025/09/24
    In this episode of Grit Meets Growth, we dive into the power of open dialog—not the surface-level kind that stays safe, but the kind that creates space for honest reflection, real accountability, and genuine connection. We explore how conversation becomes a tool for grit and resilience, challenging us to admit when we’re struggling, to call each other out when excuses creep in, and to carry one another’s burdens when life gets heavy.

    From the everyday encounters that remind us there are still good people in the world, to the brotherhood being built inside Built for More, this conversation is about taking the mask off, leaning into feedback, and growing together through meaningful, face-to-face dialog.

    5 key insights from this episode:
    1. Open dialog fuels grit and resilience Real conversation is not just about sharing opinions—it’s about having the courage to admit struggles, the humility to ask for help, and the strength to listen to feedback. That kind of dialog builds resilience and helps us grow through discomfort.
    2. Accountability requires speaking goals out loud Books and self-help resources can provide valuable insights, but without accountability, most lessons fade away. When goals are spoken out loud in a trusted group, others rally around them, creating support and pressure that makes growth stick.
    3. Connection and trust are built face-to-face In a world dominated by algorithms and social media echo chambers, true trust and connection come from human interaction. Sitting in a room together, removing the masks, and engaging in real dialog creates a kind of support technology can’t replace.
    4. Feedback is fuel for growth Feedback isn’t an attack—it’s a seed. When we receive it with humility, nurture it, and put it into action, it becomes the catalyst for transformation. Defensive walls only block the growth that comes from honest reflection and outside perspective.
    5. Brotherhood creates lasting change Inside Built for More, men are experiencing transformation because they’re no longer carrying their roles and struggles alone. Sharing openly with a trusted group shifts how they show up—in their families, their work, and their personal lives. Community accelerates change.
    One Truth:
    Growth doesn’t happen in silence—it happens when you’re willing to take off the mask, speak honestly, and let others hold you accountable.
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    28 分
  • Comfort is Expensive, Here’s What It’s Costing You - Episode 114

    Comfort is Expensive, Here’s What It’s Costing You - Episode 114
    2025/09/10
    We’re back, and today we’re diving into a subject that sits at the core of Grit Meets Growth—comfort. It’s been nearly a year since we dedicated an entire conversation to it, but if you’ve listened for a while, you know this theme surfaces often. We believe growth begins at the edge of your comfort zone, and while the world tells us to chase comfort, the truth is it comes with a hidden cost. Comfort feels safe, but it can quietly rob us of progress, purpose, and fulfillment. In this episode, we’re unpacking what comfort really means, why it’s so sneaky, and how stepping into discomfort—with discipline—opens the door to becoming who you’re built to be.

    Here are 5 key insights pulled from this episode on comfort and discipline:
    1. Comfort Comes with a Hidden Cost While the world sells us on the idea that comfort equals happiness, it often robs us of purpose, fulfillment, and growth. Staying “comfortable” in a job, relationship, or routine might feel safe, but it quietly drains time, energy, and potential.
    2. Discipline Beats Motivation Motivation comes and goes, but discipline is what drives progress. True discipline is doing what you said you would do, even when you don’t feel like it. It’s showing up consistently, leaning into structure, and replacing excuses with action.
    3. Growth Requires Discomfort Growth happens on the edge of your comfort zone. Whether it’s in your career, marriage, parenting, or personal habits, stepping into the uncomfortable is the catalyst for becoming your best self. Avoiding discomfort keeps you stuck in “good enough."
    4. Simplification Fuels Momentum Life doesn’t always require more—it often requires less. Stripping away excess, simplifying your routines, and focusing on the basics (like a morning workout, a hard conversation, or cooking your own meal) builds grit and momentum for long-term growth.
    5. Community Creates Accountability Breaking out of comfort is easier when you’re surrounded by people pursuing the same thing. Being in community with others who are willing to get uncomfortable, hold you accountable, and push alongside you makes growth sustainable and powerful.

    One Truth:
    Comfort feels safe, but it’s actually stealing your potential—real growth only happens when you choose discomfort and discipline.
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    42 分
  • Small Actions, Big Ripples: Recommit To Your Purpose - Episode 113

    Small Actions, Big Ripples: Recommit To Your Purpose - Episode 113
    2025/08/27
    Every time we hit record on this podcast, there’s always that half hour before—the raw, unfiltered conversation—that feels like the best part. This time, it was about seasons changing, kids heading back to school, routines shifting, businesses rolling into budget season, and all of us feeling that turbulence. In the middle of that swirl, we started talking about purpose, fear, and what it means to actually go for it—not just coasting through life, but making real choices that align with who we are.

    From dropping kids off at college to holding doors for strangers, this episode digs into the little and big ways we can recommit, realign, and move with intention as the year winds down.

    Five Key Insights:
    1. The season shift is a reset button. As routines change with back-to-school and fall approaching, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and recommit to what matters most.
    2. Fear doesn’t have to control you. Like your son transferring colleges, making bold moves requires courage—not the absence of fear, but the refusal to let fear dictate the outcome.
    3. Misalignment drains purpose. Social media and the grind can push us off track, but when we chase things that don’t align with who we are, fulfillment disappears. Realignment brings energy back.
    4. Your purpose is about impact. Purpose isn’t just what you do—it’s what happens in others because of what you do. And in turn, that outward focus fuels your own fulfillment.
    5. Small actions shape culture. Holding doors, smiling at neighbors, saying hello—these simple choices ripple outward. Every interaction is a chance to build a world that feels more connected.

    One Truth
    You’re never stuck—every season brings the chance to realign with your purpose and choose the life you want to live.
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    31 分
  • What Are You Tolerating Of Yourself and Others? The Tolerance Trap - Episode 112

    What Are You Tolerating Of Yourself and Others? The Tolerance Trap - Episode 112
    2025/08/13
    In this episode, we’re taking last week’s conversation on why staying the same is easy and why it’s killing your growth, and pushing it further. We’re diving into a powerful, uncomfortable question: What are you tolerating in your life?

    From toxic relationships to weak boundaries, from bad habits to the excuses you’ve made a dozen times, these are the silent drains on your energy, purpose, and potential. We’ll talk about the cost of tolerating mediocrity, how your tolerances teach the world how to treat you, and why reclaiming your power starts with saying, “No more.”

    This isn’t about blowing up your life—it’s about setting higher standards, building resilience, and doing the work to create the life you actually want. As you listen, start your list: three, four, five things you’re done tolerating. Then get ready to take them on.

    5 key insights from the episode:
    What you tolerate teaches the world how to treat you
    Whether it’s in relationships, work, or your personal habits, allowing mediocrity or negativity sets the standard for how others (and you) will behave toward you.

    Excuses and tolerances are linked
    Repeated excuses are often a sign of something you’re tolerating that’s holding you back. Identifying those excuses can help you uncover the deeper issues to address.

    Tolerances have a cost
    Every compromise you make on your standards can drain your peace, health, relationships, and potential, even if it feels “easier” in the moment.

    Change takes time
    You’ve likely been tolerating certain things for years or decades. Shifting away from them is a process—more like a dimmer switch than an on/off switch—requiring consistent effort and resilience.

    Self-respect drives growth
    Eliminating negative tolerances isn’t selfish. It’s about honoring your own value, setting boundaries, and showing up as the best version of yourself for your work, relationships, and personal goals

    One Truth
    What you tolerate—whether from others or from yourself—defines the quality of your life.
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    24 分
  • The Wake-Up Call: Staying the Same Is Easy (And That’s the Problem) - Episode 111

    The Wake-Up Call: Staying the Same Is Easy (And That’s the Problem) - Episode 111
    2025/07/30
    Staying the same is easy. It’s cozy, it’s familiar, and it doesn’t ask much of us. But what if that comfort is quietly holding you back from who you’re really meant to be? In this episode of the Grit Meets Growth podcast, we’re diving into the tug-of-war between comfort and growth. From personal stories about stepping out of the air-conditioned house into the heat, to breaking old habits that no longer serve us, we’re talking about what it takes to stop tolerating the status quo and start chasing the version of yourself you haven’t met yet. If you’ve ever felt stuck, knowing what you should do but not doing it, this one’s for you. Let’s get into it.

    Five insights from this epsiode:
    1. Staying the same is easy, but it costs you everything. Comfort demands nothing from you, but it quietly robs you of your potential, your purpose, and your growth.
    2. Discipline is the bridge between knowing and doing. You already know what you need to do. Discipline is what moves you from intention to action, especially when motivation fades.
    3. Small changes create massive momentum. Transformation doesn’t start with a giant leap. It starts with showing up, taking the first step, and building consistent habits.
    4. Who you surround yourself with determines how far you go. Growth accelerates in community. Accountability and encouragement from the right people push you further than you can go alone.
    5. Becoming who you’re meant to be means letting go of who you’ve been. Change is uncomfortable. You might outgrow relationships, habits, or routines. That’s the price of becoming the best version of yourself.

    ONE TRUTH:
    Staying the same feels safe, but it’s slowly stealing your potential. Growth demands discomfort, discipline, and change. If you want to become who you’re meant to be, you have to stop choosing easy.
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    37 分
  • What Matters Most: Leaning Into Priorities and Letting Go Of Distractions - Episode 110

    What Matters Most: Leaning Into Priorities and Letting Go Of Distractions - Episode 110
    2025/07/16
    This episode is all about priorities—how they shift, how they shape us, and how we sometimes get them wrong before we get them right. We unpack what it means to live with intention, why peace and purpose matter more than hustle and grind, and how redefining success can change everything. From fatherhood and marriage to leadership and legacy, we take a raw, honest look at what it means to grow as a man—and why action is the bridge between what we say matters and how we actually live. If you’ve ever felt the drift or needed a reset, this one’s for you.

    Here are 5 key takeaways from the episode:
    1. Priorities shift with seasons. What matters in your 20s may not matter in your 40s or 50s. Being willing to reevaluate and realign your priorities is part of growth.
    2. Peace is the new ambition. Hustle and grind have their place, but lasting success includes rest, clarity, and inner peace. You don’t have to earn rest—it's essential.
    3. Brotherhood creates accountability. The right circle will call you out, lift you up, and keep your priorities in check. Growth happens best in community.
    4. Legacy matters more than image. At some point, it’s less about what people see and more about the impact you leave behind—in your family, your business, and your life.
    5. Action reveals your real priorities. If you say something matters but aren’t taking action on it, it might not be a true priority. Your choices expose what’s really important.
    One Truth: Your priorities shape your reality—and if your actions don’t align with what you say matters, it’s time for a gut check.
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    35 分
  • Action Over Everything: When The Way Forward Is Through - Episode 109

    Action Over Everything: When The Way Forward Is Through - Episode 109
    2025/07/02
    In this episode, we dive headfirst into one of the most important (but often overlooked) ingredients of growth: taking action. From gut-level realignment to stepping out of your comfort zone, we unpack what it looks like to stop thinking and start moving.

    Whether it’s your health, your relationships, your work, or the dreams you’ve kept on the shelf for too long, this conversation challenges you to stop waiting until you “feel ready” and take the first step, because clarity, confidence, and momentum are all built through action. We’re not talking theory here. We’re talking about real, gritty decisions that move you forward. So hit play, lean in, and more than anything—do something with what we’re sharing in today’s episode.

    Action creates alignment.
    When life feels off, whether it’s your work, relationships, or personal goals, it’s often a sign you're out of alignment. The fix? Take intentional action to realign with your values and purpose.

    Comfort is the enemy of growth.
    Staying “comfortably uncomfortable” keeps you stuck. Growth only happens when you’re willing to step into discomfort, embrace the unknown, and move anyway.

    Fear and overthinking kill momentum.
    Fear doesn’t stop you, your response to fear does. Overthinking, waiting for confidence, and playing out worst-case scenarios keep you paralyzed. Confidence comes after the action, not before it.

    Your energy is an investment. Spend it wisely.
    Hustling at work while neglecting your marriage, kids, or personal health is a misalignment. Redirect your action toward what matters most, not just what screams the loudest.

    Goals change… just don’t stop moving.
    It’s okay to rewrite your goals midyear. What’s not okay is giving up on them. Realign, refocus, and take the next step. The second half of the year is yours to own—if you take action.

    One Truth
    Clarity, confidence, and growth don’t come from thinking… they come from doing.
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    32 分