Primal King Podcast
Derek Wilson walked away from a 6-figure salary, sold his dream home and started over with his young family in rugged central Idaho to save the family ranch after his father's death. Building his new life revealed the simple but effective shifts in mindset that anyone can access to create a life they love in ANY circumstance. Derek's podcast and interviews help countless others reframe their perspective about what happiness and success look like in 3 key areas: Liberation (recognizing and breaking free from a lack of fulfillment), Lifestyle (living with intent instead of by default), and Legacy (building change that lasts).
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Calley Means-How Our Food Has Been Weaponized
07/26/2024
Calley Means-How Our Food Has Been Weaponized
Calley Means has gained a ton of traction over the past year and there's good reason. He is someone that graduated from Stanford and Harvard business schools and then went on to be a pharmaceutical and food consultant. Like so many of us, he had an event take place that changed his entire trajectory: seeing his mother get diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer and pass away 13 days later. This led him to find his true life mission which turned out to be leading the way for alternative ways to become healthier which also led him into a fight with\ big food and big pharma. Although many of us know that some of the so-called "experts" don't have our best in mind, Calley has been on the inside and knows why this all works. Is it some massive conspiracy? Is it a coordinated attack on the American people? Is it just simply greed? This is a must-listen episode if you want to know the TRUTH behind how our food is now a weapon and what you can do about it to take back control and live as healthy as possible!
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The ONE Thing We Can't Handle But We Should Prepare For...
07/19/2024
The ONE Thing We Can't Handle But We Should Prepare For...
Human beings can handle just about anything. We can struggle through loss, heartbreak, job loss, financial collapse and so much more. The one thing that we CAN'T handle over even a short period of time is chaos. It can literally make us go crazy... What some may not realize is that we were about a quarter inch away from absolute chaos just a few short days ago. If that shot had been just a few millimeters over, we may be watching chaos unfold like none of us have ever seen. Are we out of the woods now though? Derek doesn't think so. This episode is not meant to be "doom and gloom." Instead, it is an intense look into what we should all be focusing on in this moment in history. It is an episode that should serve as a warning and a call to action; we have to get better and be better. It's our obligation. It's our duty.
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Couples Edition-What You Do MATTERS...
07/06/2024
Couples Edition-What You Do MATTERS...
When you live your day-to-day life, you may not think that you are making any type of an impact. It's very easy to discount what you do... In this episode Derek and Jess dive into how the peaks and valleys of life can be hard but just a few kind words can change everything. If you think that what you do doesn't matter, this is the episode that you HAVE to listen to.
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Couples Edition-17 Years and Counting...
06/27/2024
Couples Edition-17 Years and Counting...
Derek and Jess are celebrating their 17 year wedding anniversary! Rather than just talking about how easy it has been, they decided to get real and lay out their best and worst qualities... Often times in business, there will be team building exercises and personality tests and many other tools to help each other communicate at the highest level. Derek had an experience with a company that actually had the upper-level management lay out what they think the others' best and worst qualities were. This can help show an outside perspective of how people perceive one another and give insight into how you show up. While this can be very uncomfortable, it can also spark conversations that will spur growth. Derek and Jess wanted to do this very exercise in front of you all in hopes that it will not only help them in their marriage journey but also to inspire these conversations to happen in your relationship. Communication, honesty and growth has been key to their marriage and it can also be key to yours...if you're willing to do it. You are encouraged to take this episode's topic back to your significant other and get real. Your relationship will be better for it in the long run...
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Couples Edition-Crying, Breaking down and Perseverance...All In One Day
06/13/2024
Couples Edition-Crying, Breaking down and Perseverance...All In One Day
Do you have days that feel like you are on a rollercoaster and the only thing you want to do is get off? In this episode, Derek and Jess take you through "how they do it." Hint; they don't do it well despite what some people may think... Pursuing greatness will always be much harder and take much longer than we think so how is it that you can get through all of the days that feel like the lowest of lows? You keep going. You may cry (as Jess talks about). You might threaten to sell everything and go live in a subdivision (like Derek talks about). However, you dig down deep and keep going because the breakthrough always comes after the breakdown. You'll see how the day and even weeks of hell turned into one of the best and most rewarding days that they have had...simply because they kept going.
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Ian Smith-Never Back Down...
06/07/2024
Ian Smith-Never Back Down...
Ian Smith became known worldwide virtually overnight because of his stance on the lockdowns just a few short years ago. While most of the country was hunkering down and waiting on their "leaders" to tell them what they could do and how they could live, Ian took a different path: he refused to be locked down. Despite numerous fines, arrests and becoming a national villain for so many that were on board with the Covid policies, Ian made the decision to stay true to his beliefs. Some people love him. Some people hate him. Whatever your thoughts are on Ian, it's impossible to argue with his determination and backbone to stay true to what he believes. In this episode, Derek and Ian dive deep into his story and look at how he made his way through hell and come out the other side. If you struggle with sticking to what you believe in and how to stick to your beliefs, this is a must listen episode!
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When It Gets To This Point, There's No Coming Back...
05/31/2024
When It Gets To This Point, There's No Coming Back...
What do you accept as "normal?" Why do you think it's normal if it isn't right? After a recent trip to the Bay Area, Derek reflects on a conversation that he had that drove home the fact that sometimes, there may be no coming back. Sometimes the only way to stop doing something is to keep it from escalating yet so often, we let it get to that point anyways. Whether it comes to crime in our cities, our southern border or our own fitness or relationships, there is danger in simply accepting bad behavior. In this episode, Derek breaks down how this happens and how to keep it from ever escalating beyond the point of no return because by that time, it's probably too late...
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Couples Edition-Just Be Honest And It Will Work Out
05/29/2024
Couples Edition-Just Be Honest And It Will Work Out
Life and business isn't all rainbows and lollipops despite what we see on Instagram. Usually, especially if you are trying to accomplish big goals, there will be more problems that most feel like they can handle. What then? Recently Derek and Jess had to make a MASSIVE change in their business in order for it to be sustainable. It wasn't an easy decision. It certainly wasn't comfortable. How did they get through it? Honesty. This episode breaks down exactly how they faced the problem and how they proceeded to deal with it. As with anyone, they definitely don't have it all "figured out." However, this will be an episode to give you the picture on how they dealt with this big decision and how it was received by their customers and hopefully this can help you if or when you are in a similar situation.
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Charlie Adams-At The Beginning Of Greatness
05/24/2024
Charlie Adams-At The Beginning Of Greatness
So many conversations in "podcast land" are all about what people did when they first got started years ago. What were the struggles that they went through? What were the challenges that they faced? What should they have done differently? There is only one problem that can come up with this method: do they even remember what is was REALLY like in the beginning? In this episode, Derek brought on Charlie Adams, Founder and CEO of the Naughty Dog, who is in the beginning stages of building a business with a massive upside. They got into ALL of the messy-ness that happens in the first few months into the first couple years of starting a business. Things like: -What it looks like to start a brand new business -How long do you wait to actually make the jump and go all in -How to know if you are scaling at the right speed -What sacrifices will need to be made to actually "make it" If you are someone that is new in business or if you are someone considering taking the plunge to start a business, this will be a refreshingly new approach to hear from Charlie about what it takes to get something off the ground and still not know with 100% certainty what the potential will actually be. This will serve as a guide as well as an inspiration to put you on the best path for your success!
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Couples Edition-Could Ashley Madison Be A Good Thing For Your Marriage?
05/15/2024
Couples Edition-Could Ashley Madison Be A Good Thing For Your Marriage?
After Derek started watching the new Netflix Docu-series all about the infamous website Ashley Madison, he HAD to bring this awkward question to Jess; could Ashley Madison actually be good for certain marriages? For anyone that has been listening for long, you will know that some of these questions have a way of making Jess a little embarassed and this one is no different. It is an intriguing thought experiment however...could someone cheating on their spouse in secret somehow actually help the marriage? In this "Couples Edition," Derek and Jess tackle the uncomfortable topic of infidelity while bring their own flavor of awkward humor and you won't want to miss it!
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Keith Yackey-How To Get Your Wife To Want To Have MORE Sex With You!
05/10/2024
Keith Yackey-How To Get Your Wife To Want To Have MORE Sex With You!
Keith has a famously unique story: he went from being a pastor of a church to living very "loose" and even ended up dating a porn star. That's not something that you hear too much. He eventually ended his first marriage and found his true love and he thought all would be well forever until he heard the words that no married man ever wants to hear from his wife..."my life is better without you in it." Rather than just throwing in the towel and getting a second divorce, those words sent Keith on a journey to be the most attractive man he could be for his wife and the results were mind blowing. Not only did he not end up in another divorce, his relationship is nothing short of on fire with his now long time wife. The results were so good in fact, other people started asking him how he did it which eventually led to him starting Married Game where he has helped hundreds of men rekindle the fire and passion that so often goes out after years of being with someone. If you have any thoughts that things could be better in the bedroom and in that in turn would make things better in every aspect of your relationship, this is a must listen episode!
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Couples Edition: Should You MAKE Your Kids Play Sports?
05/08/2024
Couples Edition: Should You MAKE Your Kids Play Sports?
Should you FORCE your kids to do anything? Is it good parenting to actually make them do things even if they really don't want to? In this episode, Derek and Jess dive into the question on whether or not you should make your kids play sports. Coming from a sports background, Derek has his thoughts but Jess has a different experience based on her upbringing...so her answer might surprise you. We live in a culture where we often times hear that we shouldn't force our kids to do certain things and we shouldn't force them to be uncomfortable. Is that the best path? Derek and Jess will dive into this dilemna and how they have handled it with their four kids and how you can handle it as well.
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Couples Edition: If You Were A Pizza Topping...
05/01/2024
Couples Edition: If You Were A Pizza Topping...
On this week's episode, Derek and Jess go completely off the rails with an AI Generated "Ask Us Anything... With all of the stress and turmoil in the world, the Couples Edition decides to take a break from all of the serious topics and just have a little bit of fun. Since this topic was last second, they decided to ask the AI machine to generate some silly questions to answer and it didn't disappoint. If you are sick of all of the negativity and heaviness of current events OR if you just want a chance to laugh at Derek and Jess, this is the episode to tune into!
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Nick Thayer-Pushing Your Limits Through The Tactical Games...
04/26/2024
Nick Thayer-Pushing Your Limits Through The Tactical Games...
Nick Thayer is a Coast Guard veteran and developed a love of fitness that led him into becoming a Crossfit coach. That passion didn't stop there though and it ended up leading him to a place that he never could have expected; The Tactical Games. The Tactical Games will push even the most fierce competitors and warriors to their limits. With a mixture of physical hardship and precision shooting, The Tactical Games can humble just about anybody. Nick knew as soon as he was introduced to it, he was hooked for life. Nick started at TTG though a marketing position but his drive and love for the competition eventually propelled him into becoming the Owner and President where he has been able to explode the business. Everyone from A list celebritities to hardened Special Operators and congresswomen have now been a part of The Tactical Games and it is only just beginning. Make sure to check out this episode to see what it is like to push the boundaries on what you think is possible as well as how Nick went from quitting the high school basketball team to crushing it in the business world.
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Couples Edition-What If We Woke Up Single???
04/24/2024
Couples Edition-What If We Woke Up Single???
Sometimes marriage can make us all a little complacent. We may gain a few extra pounds or we may start taking for granted all of the things that got us together in the first place. So, if you woke up single tomorrow, would you be attractive to date? It's a weird question but it's one worth asking... Derek and Jess take on this question after they saw it posed on a Facebook post and they walk you through how marriage can actually lead us to showing up less than what we could be simply because we are comfortable. If you've been together with your significant other for a long time, you have to check out this episode so you can ask yourself the question on whether or not you are marketable or if it's time to get it together...
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Couples Edition-Marriage, Intimacy and the "Stuck Up Cat..."
04/17/2024
Couples Edition-Marriage, Intimacy and the "Stuck Up Cat..."
This week Derek and Jess dive into the topic of marriage and where it should rate in regards to everything else in life. We live in the "hustle" culture that can make us think that there are many things more important than a marriage but is that true? Well, maybe at certain points... Derek and Jess talk about marriage and how to make it a priority even when things are busy. They also dive into intimacy, staying connected and how Jess can be the "stuck up cat" sometimes. You'll hear all about it in this episode!
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TJ Morris-Faith, Success and Why We Need To Be Prepared
04/12/2024
TJ Morris-Faith, Success and Why We Need To Be Prepared
TJ Morris aka "Bear" has had a pretty incredible path to where he is now which is the owner and CEO of several different businesses and ventures as well as leading a massive YouTube following. From starting out as a drummer in a metal band that couldn't get gigs booked and deciding to make enough money to be able to get his own shows and book other bands to play with them to a wobbly path to finding his faith and all the way up to huge business success, the story alone is worth a listen. However, TJ has made big waves in the "Prepper" space simply by staying away from what he calls "Doomer Porn" and sticking to common sense ways that all of us can have a little extra insurance in the event that it's needed. His knowledge and level-headed philosophy is now providing the much needed information to help us all be prepared in the event that our society takes a turn for the worse. When you mix in his personality and his strong faith, this will be an episode that will be worth listening to multiple times!
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Couples Edition-Are Pressure and Standards Good or Harmful?
04/11/2024
Couples Edition-Are Pressure and Standards Good or Harmful?
It's Couples Edition time again! This week, Derek and Jess dive into the complex issue of how hard is too hard when it comes to pushing your kids... So often in our modern society, we see kids being held to less and less of a standard. We have turned into a culture of "if it feels good do it" and that has become a problem. Everywhere we look it seems like there are spoiled, entitled, ungrateful little turds and why is that happening? Is it because of a lack of standards? Derek and Jess think so. We all wonder if we are being too hard or too soft on our kids. If we push them hard they might rebel but if we go too soft they won't build character. Where is the line? Derek and Jess do their best to navigate these questions and their overall parenting philosophy that will help push the discussion of how we can raise the best kids possible.
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Anxious? Depressed? It Might Be the GAP...
04/05/2024
Anxious? Depressed? It Might Be the GAP...
We here a lot about how we are now in the period of time with the most anxious, depressed and addicted society that we have ever had. Why is that? While there could be several reasons for this, whether it is diet, purpose or a number of other factors, could it actually be the GAP? In this episode, Derek breaks down why this GAP could actually be one of the driving factors for why we continue living in the anxious and depressed state that we have gotten into.
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Couples Edition w/ Jess Wilson-How To Keep Going When Things Are Really HARD...
04/03/2024
Couples Edition w/ Jess Wilson-How To Keep Going When Things Are Really HARD...
How do you keep going when things get hard? What is the fuel that you use? Or...do you just quit... What most people fail to realize in our "instant delivery" society is that almost anything that is worthwhile takes time. It also takes more resolve and mental toughness than we are ever led to believe. Businesses often fail in the first couple of years but why is that? Could it be that too many of us simply give up when things get really hard? In this "Couples Episode," Derek and Jess each chime in on how they are able to play the mental game that allows them to keep going through the hard times. They also cover the realistic challenges that we'll all face even if you don't see them from the big social media influencers. They bring you real life...
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Aaron Zar-Owner of SLNT-Is Technology Killing Us?
03/29/2024
Aaron Zar-Owner of SLNT-Is Technology Killing Us?
Aaron Zar is the owner of SLNT, one of the most important businesses out there that is taking the drawbacks and potential hazards of current technology head on. They are entrusted by military, governments, business leaders and travelers who want to have the peace of mind knowing their information is safe. SLNT's mission is simple; to empower humanity to reclaim their right to disconnect. In this episode, Derek and Aaron dive deep into what risks are associated with the devices that we all use on a daily basis. It can be everything from privacy and data breaches, to potential tracking information and even potential health risks from EMF's that are emitted. We can all say how much we wish we could just "go back to the good ole' days" before our phones and devices were a part of everyday life but it's not going to happen. Since we have to deal with the situation we are in and perhaps not the one we want, what do we do? Aaron will walk you through how to best mitigate these risks as well as how he uses social media and refuses to let social media use him. We live in a new world with new risks and challenges and this episode will be sure to help you navigate your way through.
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Couples Edition w/ Jess Wilson-Integrity and Telling The Truth...
03/27/2024
Couples Edition w/ Jess Wilson-Integrity and Telling The Truth...
Telling the truth is easy, right? None of us ever want to be liars. However, it can also be one of the most difficult things in life and in business... A little lie here about why a customer didn't get their order earlier. A little lie there about something to your spouse. These all add up and the outcome is NEVER good. Sooner or later, truth will always come out. Derek and Jess had two different experiences within hours of each other that actually compelled them to re-record their planned episode because it seemed like they were being called to share this specific message this week. Whether you have a business or not, the lessons shared here will be vital to living the best life possible!
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Does "Act As If" Actually Work?
03/22/2024
Does "Act As If" Actually Work?
If you aren't getting the results you want, here's why...you aren't making the choices and decisions that people would make to get the results you want. If you want to be rich...you can't make poor people decisions If you want to be fit...you can't make overweight people decisions If you want a great marriage...you can't make single people choices Success in nearly every area of life leaves clues and if you can break down the way that people act in order to accomplish the goals that they want, you can achieve anything that they have. If you struggle with getting the results that you want, just understand that you are a few decisions away. You can do this.
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Couples Edition w/ Jess Wilson-Does Mindset Matter in a Marriage and Business?
03/21/2024
Couples Edition w/ Jess Wilson-Does Mindset Matter in a Marriage and Business?
After being together for over 20 years, are we still the same people? Of course not. After all, if you're the same person you were 20 years ago then you obviously haven't evolved or grown. If we all grow over the timespan of our marriages, how can we make sure that we grow together and not apart? That is a big topic... In this Couples Episode, Derek and Jess talk about when their mental growth started to happen and how it all started. They both grew up in small towns and sometimes it can be easy to stay in the same thought process forever if you aren't careful. If you wonder how to grow a business with your spouse and how to keep growing as individuals TOGETHER, this is a great episode to check out!
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Couples Edition w/ Jess Wilson-Could You Do ANYTHING For 75 Days?
03/15/2024
Couples Edition w/ Jess Wilson-Could You Do ANYTHING For 75 Days?
When is the last time that you committed to ANYTHING good or healthy for 75 days? How about for 30 days? How about for even 14 days? Most of us, if we are being completely honest, will have a hard time remembering. It's very easy to work on developing "healthy" habits but so often life will throw us curveballs that knock us off track. It could be the unexpected travel. It could be the last minute work meetings or schedule changes. The truth is that most of us become a victim of what is going on around us and we never truly own the day. If you have wondered why it is that you can't seem to stay consistent for any period of time, make sure to check out this "Couples Edition" to see how Derek and Jess have managed to create consistency and the results that will inevitably come along with it!
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Your Fear Of Failure Is Making You Fail...
03/08/2024
Your Fear Of Failure Is Making You Fail...
Social media is like a fun house mirror at the circus; there is some truth to it but it's an absolute distortion of reality. All of the "successful" people that you see have one true thing in common and it's not the Lambos and beachfront properties...it's that they've all FAILED more times than they could count. It isn't popular to talk about failing. In fact, if you have any ego at all, it can actually be very embarassing. What if we knew that the ONLY way to accomplish the goals that we have is through failure? Would you be more likely to fail? Derek talks about a few very specific instances of failure that have happened and how it has allowed him to grow despite the ego hits. These examples will show you why it is these "successful" people that we all see seem to continue winning...but it's always after failure.
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The Bungee Cord Effect Is Killing Your Progress...
02/23/2024
The Bungee Cord Effect Is Killing Your Progress...
If you live rural you definitely know what a bungee cord is. You've probably used them to tie down things or strap things in at some point. So...what does a bungee cord have to do with us holding back our progress? In this episode, Derek dives deep into stretching our capacity and how it is the single greatest factor in growing our mindset and mental toughness. Most of us will never know why we are holding ourselves back because most of us won't ever push the limits far enough to know what we're actually capable of. It's hard to know how far we can stretch ourselves if we stay in our comfort zone. Almost all lives that aren't fulfilled come back to a capacity problem. If you are wondering what is keeping you from hitting that next level, this is the episode specifically made for YOU!
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The Inches Will Turn Into Miles...
02/09/2024
The Inches Will Turn Into Miles...
Derek had a memory pop up from two years ago that can teach us all a HUGE lesson... Two years ago, his daughter wasn't able to get a single minute of playing time in her team's championship game. With Derek's history in sports, he wasn't used to not being in the game and it was even harder to see his daughter not get a single second of playing time. This may not seem like the end of the world for most but kids take things like this pretty hard. They feel like it's "unfair" and want to become a victim. Is that attitude one that will help you have success though? When we go through our own version of the storm, it can be very hard to move forward. We may want to just feel sorry for ourselves or think that it's taking to long to get to the daylight. After two short years, Derek's daughter is now pulled up to the varsity team and getting tons of playing time (as an 8th grader) because of what happened after that day two years ago. When it feels like everything is coming down on you, keep moving forward. It may only be an inch at a time...but over time those inches will turn into miles and you won't even recognize where you used to be.
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The Truth About Greatness That No One Talks About...
02/02/2024
The Truth About Greatness That No One Talks About...
We always hear how much people that achieve greatness have to sacrifice. Almost everyone has their own "success story" that they talk about. It could be the amount of hours that they had to put in. It could be how hard they had to work. It may be how much money they invested or borrowed. These are stories that are talked about ALL THE TIME. But what about the cost of greatness that could impact our mental health? What about the amount of hate that could come your way at any time? After a week in Vegas and seeing what his former boss went through after some controversy, Derek is taking you through the little talked about downside of success: the amount of people that don't actually want you to succeed. It was on full display after his fromer boss' incident recently. Not only will Derek walk you through what this looks like but more importantly, how you get past it. The jealousy and nay-sayers should NEVER hold you back. If you have ever felt this or if you are planning on achieving greatness, this is a must listen episode!
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You Are Replaceable Everywhere but HERE...and Why That Is So Freeing...
01/19/2024
You Are Replaceable Everywhere but HERE...and Why That Is So Freeing...
We all want to believe that we are irreplaceable, right? After all, most of us think we are the most important person ever created...but what if we actually aren't that important at all? In the past couple weeks, we have seen two of the most respected and successful coaches in football retire and each of them had their replacement hired within 48 hours. We've all seen loved ones and famous people pass away and life still goes on. What do you think will actually happen when it's your time to pass on? Most likely the same thing... Understand that this shouldn't be all "doom and gloom" though. It is actually very freeing when you know that most of the world will move on when you're gone so you might as well keep that perspective when it comes to living to your truest form. In other words, if no one (outside of our closest friends and some family members) really cares, we should be able to eliminate all fear and attack life the way that we should...ALL OUT! Tune into this episode if you struggle with a fear of judgement or if you just struggle to take in criticism. It will be a game changer!!!
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