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In this deeply honest solo episode, Justin Roethlingshoefer opens up about a triggering moment that forced him to confront the cultural lie of “hustle harder.” After seeing a client publicly champion a work-until-you-break mentality—the very mindset that once led them to burnout—Justin reflects on the destructive pursuit of worth through achievement.

He unpacks how striving steals our peace, fractures our identity, and disconnects us from God’s rhythms. Drawing from past personal battles with burnout and insights from his recent conversation with worship artist Pat Barrett, Justin explores the life-changing power of contentment: needing nothing, proving nothing, and operating from God-given identity instead of worldly ambition.

This episode is a call to pause, evaluate the lies you’ve believed about success, and realign your life with the rhythms God designed you to thrive in. Whether you’re on the brink of burnout or simply tired of the chase, Justin offers a path back to peace, presence, and purpose.

Takeaways

• The world’s version of success often leads to decay, disconnection, and burnout.
• Striving for validation costs your health, peace, and relationships.
• Contentment—not achievement—is what unlocks true creativity, freedom, and capacity.
• Boundaries are spiritual: they create presence, peace, and protection.
• Integration doesn't mean constant work—it requires intentional separation and presence.
• You can’t operate in your calling while living in chaos.
• Your body signals misalignment through anxiety, exhaustion, weight gain, and brain fog.
• God designed rhythms of rest, obedience, and peace so you can thrive.
• Living by the world’s expectations leads to destruction; living by God’s design leads to purpose.
• Healing comes from alignment—not more effort, but more surrender.
  
  

Sound Bites

• “The world applauds burnout—but it destroys your soul.”
• “A content person is dangerous because they need nothing from anyone.”
• “If you have no boundaries, you have no presence. Without presence, you have no peace.”
• “Striving steals your health, but obedience restores it.”
• “Your body is telling you the truth—even when the world is lying to you.”

Chapters

00:00 — Welcome & Introduction
01:30 — The Instagram Post That Triggered Everything
03:00 — The Dangerous Lie of Work-Obsessed Culture
05:00 — Wisdom from Pat Barrett: The Power of Contentment
06:30 — Why Needing Nothing Makes You More Creative
07:30 — Integration vs. Disintegration: The Misuse of “Balance”
10:00 — When Work Consumes Family, Health, and Identity
11:30 — The Real Cost of Hustle Culture
12:30 — From Burnout to Breakthrough: A Client’s Story
14:00 — Worldly Success vs. God-Given Design
15:00 — How the Body Reveals Misalignment
16:00 — Moving Back Into Alignment With God’s Rhythms
17:00 — A Call to Self-Awareness, Correction, and Surrender

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Keywords
faith, obedience, purpose, burnout, surrender, ambition, health, creativity, family, balance, discipleship, spiritual growth, self-awareness, rhythm, calling

Summary

In this episode of The Own It Show, host Justin Roethlingshoefer sits down with worship artist and songwriter Patt Barrett for a raw and transformative conversation about obedience, ambition, and the true cost of success. Patt shares how his pursuit of purpose and performance once led him to burnout — and how learning to say “no” became an act of worship. Together, they unpack what it means to live a life of holy ambition, to hear God’s voice amidst noise, and to redefine success beyond productivity. This episode challenges listeners to examine their pace, protect what truly matters, and pursue a life of alignment over achievement.

Takeaways

• Saying “yes” to everything isn’t obedience.
• True success is measured by alignment, not output.
• God’s voice often contrasts with worldly ambition.
• Discipline means protecting what matters most.
• Health, rest, and family are spiritual priorities.
• You can’t serve others from an empty tank.
• Obedience sometimes looks like slowing down.
• Productivity doesn’t equal purpose.
• Growth without boundaries leads to burnout.
• God can do more with your obedience than with your effort.

Sound Bites

“Obedience almost ruined my career—but it saved my soul.”
“You can’t gain the world and keep your peace.”
“God doesn’t need your hustle; He wants your heart.”

Chapters

00:00 Introduction — Meeting Patt Barrett
02:45 Growing Up in Faith and Music
07:10 Discovering God’s Voice in a New Way
11:20 Songwriting, Words, and Spiritual Connection
14:35 The Role of Health and Rhythm in Creativity
20:00 Learning to Participate Fully in Life
23:45 Redefining ‘Opportunity’ and Saying No
28:00 The Difference Between Ambition and Obedience
33:15 The Hidden Cost of Success
36:40 God’s Voice vs. Your Voice
40:00 Living Intentionally and in Tension
42:15 The Freedom in Limitation
45:00 “I’ve Got a Fire” — The Story Behind the Album
47:00 Closing Reflections: Success Is Different

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Episode Overview
Happy Thanksgiving week! On The Own It Show, Justin Roethlingshoefer shares ten simple, powerful habits to enjoy the feast, family, and football—without the bloat, sluggishness, or sleep crash that derails your momentum into December. This is a stewardship-first approach: stabilize circadian rhythm and blood sugar, support detox pathways, protect HRV and sleep, and anchor the day with gratitude so you roll into the holidays energized.
Episode Highlights
Foundation (Habits 1–3)
Morning Light + Movement — 10–15 min outside (walk, breathwork, easy cardio) to anchor circadian rhythm and prime VO₂.

Hydration Before Celebration — 20–30 oz water + electrolytes on waking; keep fluids steady all day.

Breathwork Bookends — 2 minutes AM & PM (2 nasal inhales, 1 mouth exhale) + gratitude to lower stress and steady HRV.

Food, Rhythm & Energy (Habits 4–6)
4) Protein-First Strategy — Eat a protein-heavy breakfast; at the feast, lead with protein to curb spikes and cravings.
5) Walk 5 Before / 5 After — Mini-walks around meals improve insulin sensitivity and fight food-coma.
6) Create an Eating Window — Finish food ≥3 hours before bed to protect sleep quality and next-day energy.
Sleep & Recovery (Habits 7–8)
7) Block Blue Light After Dinner — Dim overheads, use lamps/candles; blue-light glasses if screens are on.
8) Limit Alcohol — If you drink, do it earlier and sparingly; stop after dinner to safeguard deep sleep.
Mindset & Movement (Habits 9–10)
9) Get Outside: Walk / Play / Breathe — Family walk, backyard football, light sun = mood up, lymph moving.
10) Gratitude Is the Anchor — Name 3 specific gratitudes (high–low–buffalo); gratitude reliably supports HRV and calm.
Sample Thanksgiving Day Flow (Justin’s Template)
AM: Open blinds, light + walk, 2–3 min breath + gratitude, hydrate, optional Turkey Trot.
Feast (~4–5 pm): Lead with protein & fiber, walk 5 before/after, desserts inside your 3-hr pre-bed cutoff.

Evening: Dim lights / glasses on, no alcohol after dinner, 2–3 min breath + gratitude, lights-out on schedule.

Action Steps
Pick 2–3 habits to lock in this week (e.g., AM light, protein-first, 3–2–1 wind-down).

Share your Turkey Trot, family walk, blue-light setup, or gratitude stack and tag Justin.

Remember: This is separation season—small, consistent reps compound into January.

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