Road of Life Podcast Episode 67

Ever feel like you’re making progress in life, only to panic that you’ll backslide into old habits, old relationships, or your old self?

In this episode of the Road of Life Podcast, we’re diving into a coaching call that totally shifted how we think about growth. Here’s the deal: backsliding is a myth. Yep, you heard me. Once you’ve done the work to grow, you’re already a new version of yourself—and there’s no going back.

But let’s be real: growth isn’t a straight line. It’s messy, it’s up and down, and sometimes it feels like you’re taking two steps forward and three steps back.

That’s why we’re breaking it all down using the metaphor of climbing Mount Everest. (Spoiler: even the best climbers don’t go straight to the top — they zigzag, they rest, they regroup. And so can you.)

Here’s what you’ll take away:

- Why you’re not the same person you were a year ago (or even a month ago).

- How to give yourself grace when you “mess up” or feel like you’re sliding backward

- Why failure isn’t falling back—it’s part of the climb.

- The only way to truly fail? Quitting.

Whether you’re working on your relationship, your mindset, or just trying to be a better version of yourself, this episode is your reminder that the mountain you’re climbing is shaping who you’re becoming.

So, let’s keep climbing together.

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Road of Life Podcast Episode 66

Do you ever hear that little voice in your head—the one that tells you you’re not good enough, that you can’t do it, or that you’re failing? Yeah, us too. We call ours “Jack,” and in this episode, we’re sharing how to identify, name, and shut that voice down.

We reflect on how our self-talk impacts not just us, but also the way we raise and inspire our kids. Inspired by Carol Dweck’s Mindset, we dive deep into the concepts of fixed vs. growth mindsets, how they shape our lives, and why focusing on outcomes (like how many goals your kid scored) might just be setting them up for a lifetime of negative self-talk.

We get personal about our own struggles with perfectionism, people-pleasing, and those “I suck” moments—whether it’s cooking dinner wrong or losing at pickleball. And we talk about how to reframe those limiting beliefs, replace them with something empowering, and practice accountability with the people we love.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why the way you praise your kids (or yourself) matters more than you think.
• How to ask better questions like: What did you fail at today?
• Why using the word “should” is secretly sabotaging your progress.
• Actionable steps to turn down the volume on your inner critic.
• How naming your negative voice (hi, Jack!) can help you disassociate from it.

We’re getting real about our journey, our mistakes, and what we’re doing to create more growth and grace in our lives—and we hope it inspires you to do the same.

So, what’s the one thing you’re going to do after listening to this episode? Let’s work on it together.

Love you. Bye. 🎙️

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Road of Life Podcast Episode 65

Are you feeling stuck or lonely? You’re not alone. We know firsthand how isolating life can feel, whether you’re navigating a major life change, starting a business, or just trying to figure out what’s next.

This week on The Road of Life Podcast, we’re diving into the power of community and why building strong relationships is the ultimate key to a longer, happier, and healthier life.

We’re sharing the 5 hidden “life accounts”—Time, Energy, Money, People, and Knowledge—that shape everything you do. Spoiler alert: your People account is the most important one because it's the only account that can literally save you time, energy, and even money by connecting you to the right people who’ve already walked the road you’re on.

But here’s the truth: Loneliness kills. And Harvard agrees. Their 87-year study (the longest-running study of human life ever!) found that the #1 indicator of health, happiness, and longevity isn’t money or career success—it’s the quality of your relationships.

💡 Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why your Time account is the most valuable—and how to spend it wisely.
• How to manage your Energy account.
• Why Money is just a tool—and how to stop tying your self-worth to it.
• How People and Knowledge accounts can transform your life.
• The simple steps to start building meaningful relationships right now.

We also share parts of our own journey—how we left corporate life, faced judgment, and discovered the incredible value of surrounding ourselves with people who get it.

Plus, we’re introducing something exciting: our new mastermind! It’s a community designed to help you build better relationships—whether with your spouse, friends, business partners, or (most importantly) yourself.

💪 Take the first step:

• Hit play to learn how the right relationships can unlock more time, energy, and joy in your life.
• Share this episode with someone who needs it—because relationships are better when you build them together.

🚨 Remember: You don’t have a time problem, an energy problem, or a money problem. You have a people problem. And when you invest in your People account, everything else improves.

Let’s build a life worth living—together.

Let us know what you think, and don’t forget to click the link in the show notes to take your relationships to INFINITY AND BEYOND! 🚀🚀🚀

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