This week’s conversation is inspired by the principles in Think and Grow Rich, but instead of reviewing the book, we explore what those ideas look like when applied to real life.

We talk about the difference between wanting something and committing to it, how clarity of purpose changes the way you make decisions, and why belief isn’t just motivational language—it’s something built through repetition, action, and follow-through. The discussion centers on how mindset, persistence, and personal responsibility show up in everyday habits, creative work, and long-term goals.

Rather than chasing quick results, this episode looks at the slower process of aligning your thoughts, actions, and standards so progress becomes sustainable. We also unpack the tension between discipline and doubt, and why growth often requires continuing to act even when outcomes aren’t visible yet.

This is a conversation about applying timeless success principles in a modern context—less about wealth in the traditional sense, and more about building focus, direction, and consistency in the areas of life that matter most.

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Self-doubt is something almost everyone experiences — but very few people know how to talk about honestly. In this episode of Who Thought We’d Be Here?, we explore what self-doubt actually is, where it comes from, and how it shows up when you’re trying to grow, change, or move into a new chapter of life.

Rather than framing self-doubt as something to eliminate or “fix,” this conversation looks at why doubt often appears during moments of transition, ambition, and self-reflection. We talk about the relationship between self-doubt and identity, how comparison and overthinking fuel insecurity, and why confidence isn’t the absence of doubt — it’s learning how to move forward with it.

This episode also touches on how self-doubt can affect creativity, relationships, discipline, and decision-making, especially when you care deeply about the direction your life is going. We unpack the difference between healthy self-awareness and destructive inner criticism, and why learning to sit with uncertainty is a necessary part of personal growth.

If you’ve ever questioned your path, second-guessed your decisions, or felt stuck between who you are and who you’re trying to become, this episode offers a grounded, honest perspective on navigating self-doubt without letting it define you.

This isn’t about hype or motivation — it’s about understanding the inner tension that comes with becoming more intentional, self-aware, and aligned with the life you want to build.

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This episode of "Who Thought We'd Be Here?" introduces the Renew, Reset, Release framework, a three-pillar system designed to help you move beyond traditional New Year's resolutions and create lasting, meaningful change.

The episode critiques the "hustle culture" approach to new beginnings, arguing that adding more goals to an already overwhelmed life is a recipe for burnout. Instead, it proposes a sequential process of clearing out the old before inviting in the new.

Stop Hustling. Start Resetting. 🔄 Tired of the same New Year's resolutions that never stick? In this episode, we break down the Renew, Reset, Release framework—a 3-step system to help you reclaim your energy and design the best year of your life.

What you’ll learn:

Why "adding more" is the reason most goals fail.

How to conduct a personal energy audit (Renew).

The secret to building systems that actually stick (Reset).

How to let go of the baggage holding you back (Release).


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