
John Maxwell: Getting a Return on Your FailuresClick the link below to come see me speak live and use promo code "ED30" for 30% off! https://lifesurge.com What if the very thing you’ve been avoiding your entire life… is actually the key to unlocking your greatest success? In this conversation with John Maxwell, we go deep on something every single one of you deals with, but almost nobody has mastered… failure. And I’ve got to tell you, this one hit me personally. John has been a mentor, a friend, and someone I look up to in a way that’s hard to even put into words. So when we sat down to talk about his new work on failure, I knew this wasn’t going to be surface-level. This is the real stuff that defines your life. John breaks down why most people never even get in the game. It’s not a lack of talent. It’s not a lack of opportunity. It’s that they haven’t gotten over themselves. That fear of looking bad, of being judged, of failing publicly… it keeps people stuck in the bleachers. And one of the most powerful distinctions we talk about is this idea of a “good miss” versus a “bad miss.” Because failure itself isn’t what defines you… your response to it is. That alone could change your entire life if you really take it in. We also unpack something I’ve never heard explained this way before. Success and failure are meant to be together. You separate them, and you lose. When you’re winning, failure keeps you humble. When you’re struggling, success gives you resilience. That balance is where growth actually happens. And John shares how reframing failure from a liability into an asset completely transformed not just his career, but his entire perspective on life. This episode is also about leadership. About how you lead your family, your team, and yourself through setbacks. John made it clear that when successful people talk about their failures, it gives everyone else permission to keep going. It encourages people. It lifts them. And I had to check myself in this conversation too… because the truth is, when we only show our wins, we might actually be discouraging the very people we’re trying to help. If you’ve been holding back, playing it safe, or letting the fear of failure control your decisions… this is the episode you need right now. This isn’t just about failure. It’s about freedom. Key Takeaways: * Why fear of failure is really about ego and how to break free from it * The difference between a “good miss” and a “bad miss” and why your response matters most * How keeping success and failure together builds both humility and resilience * Why failure should move you, not define you or make you comfortable * How great leaders use their failures to inspire and develop others * The mindset shift that turns failure from a liability into your greatest asset 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO ED'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈 → → → CONNECT WITH ED MYLETT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ➡️ INSTAGRAM ➡️FACEBOOK ➡️ LINKEDIN ➡️ X ➡️ WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stop Wasting Time! THIS Is Why You're Not Successful Yet (And How to Finally Break Through)What if the real reason you’re not winning yet isn’t a lack of talent… but a refusal to raise your standard? In this mashup, I’m bringing you some of the most powerful voices in personal development to confront a question most people avoid asking themselves. Am I really doing everything it takes to reach my dreams, or am I just staying comfortable? I sit down with Tom Bilyeu, Jesse Itzler, Eric Thomas, and Brendon Burchard to break down what actually separates people who talk about success from those who live it. One of the biggest truths we uncover is that success is not about who you are today. It’s about who you are willing to become. I share openly how I had to rebuild my confidence from nothing by keeping small promises to myself and stacking wins day by day. Brendon Burchard breaks down why accountability is the missing link for most people and how fear of judgment keeps you stuck playing small. And Eric Thomas brings the fire with a message most people need to hear. Either raise your standards or lower your expectations, but stop lying to yourself about the gap. You’re also going to hear something that could completely change how you view your life. From Jesse Itzler, we talk about stepping into rooms you are not prepared for and figuring it out later. That willingness to act before you feel ready is what creates opportunity. Too many people sit on the sidelines waiting to feel confident first, when in reality confidence is built through action, not before it. And then there’s the truth that might hit you the hardest. You already know what you’re not doing. There is something in your life right now that you know would change everything if you leaned into it. The problem is not awareness. The problem is action. I break down why your life is a direct reflection of your standards, not your goals, and why doing one more is the habit that changes everything. This episode is a wake up call. Not to inspire you for a moment, but to challenge you to raise the level you are operating at every single day. Because the difference between average and extraordinary is not talent. It is the willingness to do what others will not do consistently. Key Takeaways: * Why your standards determine your life more than your goals * How keeping small promises to yourself builds real confidence * The hidden reason people avoid accountability and stay stuck * Why stepping into rooms unprepared is the fastest way to grow * Eric Thomas’ truth about raising your game or lowering your expectations * The power of doing “one more” and how it compounds over time * Why awareness without action is the trap keeping most people average I want you to walk away from this episode with one question in your mind. Not what you want out of life, but what you are willing to do to earn it. Because once your standards change, everything else in your life will follow. 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO ED'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈 → → → CONNECT WITH ED MYLETT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ➡️ INSTAGRAM ➡️FACEBOOK ➡️ LINKEDIN ➡️ X ➡️ WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Restructure Your Business Like Elon Musk with Former Tesla President Jon McNeillClick the link below to come see me speak live and use promo code "ED30" for 30% off! https://lifesurge.com What if the biggest thing holding your business back… is something you’ve never even questioned? In this conversation, I sit down with Jon McNeill, former President of Tesla and CEO of Lyft, and I’ve got to tell you… this one hit me differently. I’ve read thousands of books and interviewed some of the greatest minds in the world, but what Jon lays out here is a true operating system for winning in business and life. We’re not just talking theory. We’re talking about how Tesla went from 2 billion to 20 billion in revenue in just 30 months, and the exact framework they used to do it. Jon breaks down what he calls “The Algorithm,” a five step framework that challenges everything you think you know about how businesses should operate. And I mean everything. From questioning every assumption you’ve ever accepted, to building systems that prioritize speed, efficiency, and real innovation, this is the kind of thinking that separates the elite from everyone else. What really hit me is this… most of us are not losing because we lack effort. We’re losing because we’re solving the wrong problems or following outdated rules. We get into some unbelievable stories from inside Tesla that prove this works in the real world. One of them completely blew my mind. Faced with a challenge to cut production costs by 50 percent, Jon and his team didn’t tweak the system… they reinvented it. What started as a simple idea inspired by a toy car led to a manufacturing breakthrough that changed the entire auto industry. That’s what happens when you stop accepting “the way it’s always been done” and start thinking differently. But this conversation goes deeper than business tactics. We talk about leadership, culture, and what it really takes to build something meaningful. Jon shares why the best leaders “eat their own dog food,” how to identify the one or two things that truly matter in your company, and why humility combined with confidence is the ultimate competitive advantage. He also opens up about the personal cost of operating at that level, and the importance of knowing when something is no longer aligned with who you are. This episode is for anyone who wants to think bigger, move faster, and stop playing by rules that no longer apply. If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’re working hard but not breaking through, this is the reset you’ve been waiting for. Jon doesn’t just give you ideas… he gives you a blueprint. Key Takeaways: * Why “question everything” is the first step to breakthrough innovation * The 5 step Algorithm that drives speed, efficiency, and massive growth * How Tesla cut production costs by rethinking the entire system * The danger of following legacy thinking in your business * Why great leaders focus on only one or two truly critical priorities * The balance of humility and confidence that defines elite performers * What the future of business and AI really looks like and why opportunity is still massive 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO ED'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈 → → → CONNECT WITH ED MYLETT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ➡️ INSTAGRAM ➡️FACEBOOK ➡️ LINKEDIN ➡️ X ➡️ WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are You Doing Enough to Reach Your Dreams? THIS Is How You Tell... | Ed MylettAre You Actually Doing Enough… or Just Telling Yourself You Are? In this mashup, I’m bringing you into one of the most honest conversations you’ll ever have with yourself. Because the truth is, most people say they want more out of life, but very few are willing to do what it actually takes to get there. I break down the real separator between those who win and those who stay stuck, and it comes down to a simple but powerful principle that has changed my entire life: one more. You’re going to hear from Jay Shetty, Jim Kwik, and Ryan Hawk as we unpack what it really means to maximize your potential. Jay shares the importance of intention and alignment, and how your habits either move you closer to your purpose or quietly pull you away from it. Jim Kwik dives into the power of upgrading your mind and removing the limits you’ve accepted about your own capabilities. And Ryan Hawk brings the leadership perspective, showing you how discipline, consistency, and daily standards separate elite performers from everyone else. I also get real with you about something most people avoid. Hard work is no longer the separator. Everybody works hard. The difference is who is willing to do a little extra when it’s inconvenient, when they’re tired, when nobody is watching. That extra rep, that extra call, that extra minute. That is where your identity starts to shift. That is where you begin to believe you deserve the life you say you want. What I want you to feel after this episode is a level of accountability that excites you. Not guilt, not pressure, but clarity. Because when you understand that doing one more compounds over time, you realize you are much closer than you think. The gap between where you are and where you want to be might just be a few more reps, a few more intentional days, a few more moments where you choose growth over comfort. Key Takeaways: * Why “one more” is the ultimate separator between average and elite performers * How small extra efforts compound into massive long term results * Jay Shetty’s insight on aligning your habits with your purpose * Jim Kwik’s strategies for breaking mental limits and upgrading your thinking * Ryan Hawk’s perspective on discipline, leadership, and daily standards * How doing more reps builds confidence, identity, and belief in yourself * Why working hard is no longer enough and what actually sets you apart This episode is your wake up call and your roadmap. If you’ve been questioning whether you’re doing enough, I’m going to help you answer that honestly. And more importantly, I’m going to show you exactly how to close that gap and start living at your maxed out level. 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO ED'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈 → → → CONNECT WITH ED MYLETT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ➡️ INSTAGRAM ➡️FACEBOOK ➡️ LINKEDIN ➡️ X ➡️ WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Rebuild Your Life When Everything Feels Broken | Ed MylettWhat do you do when life knocks you down so hard that everything feels broken? The truth is that some of the greatest comebacks in the world are built in those exact moments. In this mashup episode, I bring together powerful conversations with people who have stared adversity straight in the face and found a way to rise again. If you’ve ever felt like life dealt you a hand that was impossible to play, this episode will remind you that your story is far from over. Sometimes the very thing that breaks you is the same thing that rebuilds you stronger than you’ve ever been before. You’re going to hear from people who have lived through moments most of us can’t even imagine. Damar Hamlin opens up about surviving one of the most shocking moments in sports history and how gratitude and purpose helped redefine his life after nearly losing it. Rich Diviney shares the difference between skills and attributes, and why the traits that carry us through the darkest seasons are often the ones forged in hardship. Robert O’Neill talks about operating under unimaginable pressure and how discipline and clarity help you keep moving forward even when everything around you feels chaotic. David Meltzer brings his powerful perspective on finding meaning in pain and how gratitude can shift the entire trajectory of your life. Sean Casey shares lessons from the world of professional baseball about failure, resilience, and why the setbacks you experience are often preparing you for your greatest breakthroughs. And Nick Santonastasso delivers one of the most inspiring reminders you will ever hear about refusing to let circumstances define what’s possible for your life. As I prepared this episode, I kept coming back to a simple but profound truth. Your life is a miracle. Thousands of generations had to exist just to get to you, and that alone should remind you how precious your opportunity is to live fully and intentionally. When life feels heavy and the challenges feel overwhelming, perspective can change everything. You have the power to rebuild, to reset, and to become the one who changes the trajectory of your family’s future. If you’re walking through a difficult season right now, this episode is for you. These conversations will remind you that broken moments are not the end of your story. They are often the beginning of your transformation. Key Takeaways * Why the most difficult moments in life often become the foundation for your greatest growth * Damar Hamlin’s perspective on gratitude and purpose after surviving a life changing moment * Rich Diviney’s insight on the attributes that help people perform under extreme adversity * Robert O’Neill’s lessons on staying focused and composed in high pressure situations * David Meltzer’s framework for transforming pain into purpose and opportunity * Sean Casey’s reminder that failure is often the greatest teacher on the road to success * Nick Santonastasso’s powerful example of refusing to let circumstances define your potential * How perspective can completely change how you experience challenges in your life 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO ED'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈 → → → CONNECT WITH ED MYLETT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ➡️ INSTAGRAM ➡️FACEBOOK ➡️ LINKEDIN ➡️ X ➡️ WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A Journey of Finding Your True Purpose Feat. Mike PosnerWhat If Everything You’ve Achieved Still Isn’t Enough to Make You Happy? Today’s conversation with Mike Posner is one of the deepest and most powerful discussions I’ve ever had on this show. You probably know Mike from his massive hits like Cooler Than Me and I Took a Pill in Ibiza. But the man sitting across from me today isn’t just a Grammy nominated artist. He’s climbed Mount Everest, walked more than 2,900 miles across America, survived a rattlesnake bite, and gone through a profound spiritual and emotional transformation that completely changed his life. Mike shared something that stopped me in my tracks early in this conversation. He said that despite all the success, the money, the recognition, and the adventure, his greatest achievement wasn’t any of those things. It was changing his emotional set point from depression and negativity to joy, faith, and love. That shift didn’t happen because of fame or accomplishments. It happened when he finally stopped lying to himself about the fears and stories that were running his life. We talked about something so many people struggle with but rarely admit. The pursuit of recognition and significance. Mike was honest about how much of his early career was fueled by the desire to be liked and validated by others. And if we’re honest, most of us do the same thing in our own lives. What makes this conversation so powerful is how Mike explains the transformation from chasing significance to living a life of service, contribution, and authentic connection. One of the most powerful moments came when Mike shared the four questions that helped him turn his life around. Questions that forced him to stop drifting and start living intentionally. Questions like “Do you actually want to live?” and “What do you truly want?” These questions sound simple, but they have the power to completely change the direction of your life if you answer them honestly. What I love about Mike’s story is that he’s proof that external success does not guarantee internal peace. But he’s also proof that you can change your internal state, rewrite the story you’re telling yourself, and build a life that is rich both internally and externally. This conversation is about awakening. It’s about purpose. And it’s about learning how to live a life that truly feels worth living. Key Takeaways • Why changing your emotional set point may be the most important achievement of your life • The dangerous trap of chasing recognition and significance instead of real love • How the stories you tell yourself quietly shape your entire reality • The four life changing questions that can help you rediscover purpose and direction • Why success without inner fulfillment still leaves you feeling empty • How shifting from seeking validation to serving others transforms your life 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO ED'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈 → → → CONNECT WITH ED MYLETT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ➡️ INSTAGRAM ➡️FACEBOOK ➡️ LINKEDIN ➡️ X ➡️ WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Achieve Any GOAL With This Simple Mindset Shift | Ed MylettWhat if the biggest obstacle between you and your goals isn’t your talent, your resources, or your circumstances… but the identity you believe about yourself? In this mashup episode, I bring together four incredible minds who understand what it really takes to achieve meaningful goals and create lasting success. You’re going to hear powerful insights from Mel Robbins, David Nurse, Constance Schwartz-Morini, and Amy Porterfield about the mindset shifts that separate people who dream from people who actually execute. This conversation is about one core truth: the results you get in your life will never consistently exceed the identity you believe you deserve. Mel Robbins and I go deep into the power of intentional living and why the decisions we make daily shape the trajectory of our lives. We talk about how your story does not disqualify you from achieving something great. In fact, your life experiences and your humanity are often the very things that qualify you to make an impact. I share the deeply personal story of my father’s transformation and how the idea of “one more” attempt can change the entire course of a life. You’re also going to hear David Nurse break down how small pivots in your mindset can unlock massive changes in your performance and results. We talk about practical strategies that help people shift from being stuck to taking decisive action. Amy Porterfield shares one of the biggest traps that keeps people from pursuing their dreams. Too many people wait until everything is perfect before they start. The truth is that clarity often comes from taking action, not from waiting for the perfect plan. And finally, Constance Schwartz-Morini pulls back the curtain on what it takes to build world class businesses and brands behind the scenes. Her journey reminds us that massive success rarely starts with perfect certainty. It begins with belief, vision, and the willingness to take the first step before you have the entire path mapped out. If there is one idea that runs through every conversation in this episode, it is this: your identity drives your effort, your effort drives your results, and your results reinforce the identity you believe about yourself. When you upgrade that identity and start writing a new story about who you are becoming, everything in your life can change. This episode will challenge the way you think about your goals and help you realize something powerful. You are far closer to your next level than you think. Key Takeaways * Why the identity you believe about yourself determines the results you create in life * The power of “one more” effort and how persistence compounds over time * Why waiting for perfect clarity often prevents people from ever starting * How small mindset pivots can unlock massive performance breakthroughs * The importance of intentional living and taking ownership of your story * Why taking action before you feel ready is often the key to achieving big goals * How upgrading your identity can transform your effort, confidence, and results 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO ED'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈 → → → CONNECT WITH ED MYLETT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ➡️ INSTAGRAM ➡️FACEBOOK ➡️ LINKEDIN ➡️ X ➡️ WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Standing Your Ground: A Story of Perseverance with Sage SteeleWhat If Losing Everything Is the Very Thing That Leads You to Your Real Life? In this conversation with Sage Steele, I sit down with a woman who had her entire world flipped upside down in real time. Sixteen years at ESPN. A respected career. A single mom carrying the financial weight of her family. And then one moment on a podcast where she spoke her mind, and it all changed. What followed was suspension, public backlash, legal battles with The Walt Disney Company, and the kind of pressure most people only pray they never experience. But this episode is not about politics. It is about courage. It is about what happens when you are forced to choose between comfort and conviction. Sage opens up about the fear of losing everything, the weight of being the breadwinner for her kids, and the internal battle of standing up for herself after years of staying quiet. She shares what it felt like to be publicly attacked, to receive threats, to question herself in the darkest moments, and then to make a decision that changed the trajectory of her life. What moved me most was not just her resilience, but the legacy behind it. The story of her father, a West Point graduate who broke barriers and chose the “harder right” in the face of racism and rejection, will stay with you. That foundation shaped Sage more than she realized. And when she finally stood up for herself, her son looked at her and said, “Mom, it’s about time you stood up for yourself.” That moment alone is worth listening to this entire episode. And here is the part I want you to hear if you are going through your own blow up right now. Sage lost her job. She walked away from the only career she had known for decades. She had no clear next step. But she surrendered control. She leaned into faith. She built her own platform. And in the middle of the uncertainty, she met the man who is now her husband in a moment that only God could orchestrate. The same pain that felt like devastation became the doorway to a new life. If you are afraid to speak up, afraid to make the change, afraid to lose what feels secure, this conversation will challenge you. Sometimes the thing you are clinging to is the very thing holding you back from the life you were meant to live. Key Takeaways: * Why standing on principle can cost you everything, and still be worth it * How to function and perform at a high level while your world feels like it is collapsing * The difference between controlling outcomes and surrendering them * How your children learn more from what you model than what you preach * Why the hardest seasons of your life often become the most defining This one is about faith. It is about courage. It is about choosing the harder right. And it might just be the reminder you need that your setback is not the end of your story. Max Out. Also don’t miss out on MAXOUT2026: Once a year, I open my home for an intimate one-day experience unlike anything else I do. This year, I’m making it even smaller, just 15 to 18 people. Together, we’ll dive deep into the exact strategies I use to plan, visualize, and design the best year of my life and yours. If you’re ready to Max Out your future, join me at Maxout2026.com (https://maxout2026.com/) for a life-changing day you’ll never forget. 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO ED'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈 → → → CONNECT WITH ED MYLETT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ➡️ INSTAGRAM ➡️FACEBOOK ➡️ LINKEDIN ➡️ X ➡️ WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Leadership & Valor: A Conversation with Vice Admiral James CrawfordWhat does real leadership look like when the building is on fire…literally? In this episode, I’m joined by my good friend and guest host Michael Savage and a man whose life defines servant leadership at the highest level, Vice Admiral James W. Crawford III. Jim was inside the Pentagon on 9/11 when it was struck. He later helped advise on some of the most consequential military decisions of our generation. And today, he serves as President of Texas Southern University, shaping the next generation of leaders. This conversation is not about flashy leadership. It’s not about titles, money, or Instagram fame. It’s about character. It’s about humility. It’s about what you draw on when all eyes turn to you and the pressure is on. Jim said something that stopped me in my tracks. In times of stress, you either become who you are or you revert to your training. That day in the Pentagon changed the trajectory of his life. And yet, when he talks about it, you hear gratitude, not ego. Service, not self. We went deep into what leadership really demands. Humility as a shield against ego. Authenticity in unguarded moments. Mission first. People always. Jim opened up about imposter syndrome, about looking in the mirror at three stars on his uniform and still being astounded it was him. He shared how working on his grandfather’s tobacco farm shaped his values, and why he chose education over seven figure corporate roles after retiring from the Navy. His answer was simple and powerful. Service does not end when the uniform comes off. If you are an entrepreneur, a founder, a CEO, a parent, or someone who simply wants to lead your life better, this is a masterclass. We talked about raising agile thinkers in an AI driven world. About how fear can freeze you if you let it. About why the best leaders are not the smartest person in the room, but the one who knows where their reservoir of strength comes from when the storm hits. Jim’s reservoir is his faith. Yours might be something else. But you better know what it is. This episode reminded me why I started this show in the first place. Real leadership is about people and for people. And when you get that right, everything changes. Key Takeaways: * Why humility is the leader’s greatest shield against ego and arrogance * What it means to be authentic in unguarded moments * Mission first. People always. How to integrate both without burning out * How to lead through crisis by reverting to your training and values * Why constant learning and agility are essential in an AI driven world * The importance of identifying your personal reservoir of strength before the storm comes * How service can and should continue long after titles and uniforms are gone Share this with someone who wants to lead better, serve deeper, and live with greater purpose. Let’s Max Out. Also don’t miss out on MAXOUT2026: Once a year, I open my home for an intimate one-day experience unlike anything else I do. This year, I’m making it even smaller, just 15 to 18 people. Together, we’ll dive deep into the exact strategies I use to plan, visualize, and design the best year of my life and yours. If you’re ready to Max Out your future, join me at Maxout2026.com for a life-changing day you’ll never forget. 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO ED'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈 → → → CONNECT WITH ED MYLETT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ➡️ INSTAGRAM ➡️FACEBOOK ➡️ LINKEDIN ➡️ X ➡️ WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7 Signs You’re Not in Control of Your Life | Ed MylettWhat if the most dangerous thing in your life isn’t failure… but the fact that you’re not the one driving? In this mashup episode, I’m bringing together two men who know what it feels like to lose control of their lives and then fight their way back into the driver’s seat. Darren Waller and Rod Carew open up about addiction, pressure, identity, faith, and the discipline it takes to reclaim your life when it starts spiraling. I share a story in this episode about a terrifying cab ride I took with my daughter. For 25 minutes, we were completely out of control. Someone else was driving recklessly, and we were just passengers in the back seat. That experience became a metaphor for something I see all the time. So many people are not actually driving their own lives. Their fears are driving. Their past is driving. Their addiction to approval is driving. Their anger, insecurity, comparison, or trauma is driving. And they are just along for the ride, hoping it does not end in a crash. Darren Waller talks about what it was like when addiction was behind the wheel of his life. From the outside, he was living the dream. Inside, he was losing control. He shares how recovery forced him to confront what was really driving him and how taking radical ownership changed everything. Rod Carew shares his journey from humble beginnings to Hall of Fame greatness, and how discipline, faith, and personal responsibility kept him focused when the spotlight and expectations could have easily taken over. This episode is about awareness. You cannot fix what you are unwilling to face. If you are reacting instead of choosing, if your emotions are dictating your behavior, if you keep repeating the same patterns and calling it bad luck, there is a good chance you are not in control. And the truth is, until you decide to take the wheel back, your life will keep zigging and zagging in ways you do not want. I want you walking away from this conversation asking yourself one powerful question: Who is driving my life right now? Because once you are honest about that, you can change it. You can grab the wheel. You can slow things down. You can choose a different direction. But you cannot do that if you stay in the back seat. Key Takeaways * The 7 signs you may not be in control of your own life * How fear silently dictates your decisions and limits your future * Darren Waller’s journey from addiction to elite performance * Rod Carew’s discipline blueprint for staying grounded in success * Why radical ownership is the first step to real freedom * How to move from being reactive to being intentional * The one question that can instantly shift your trajectory This is your wake up call. You were not born to sit in the back seat of your own life. It is time to take control. 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO ED'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈 → → → CONNECT WITH ED MYLETT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ➡️ INSTAGRAM ➡️FACEBOOK ➡️ LINKEDIN ➡️ X ➡️ WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Build Unshakable Confidence When You’re Losing Feat. Alan Stein Jr.What If Your Next Shot… Your Next Sale… Your Next Decision… Is the One That Changes Everything? Today I’ve got one of your all-time favorite guests back on the show, and there’s a reason the downloads go through the roof every time he’s here. When I sit down with Alan Stein Jr, you get value in every single minute. We’re talking about mindset, emotional control, confidence, intensity, and what it really takes to separate yourself from the pack. Alan’s new book, Next Play, isn’t just about sports. It’s about life. It’s about what you do after you miss the shot, lose the sale, get knocked down, or make a mistake you wish you could take back. We unpack what Alan calls having a “whiteboard memory.” The great ones erase the miss and step into the next moment like it never happened. Think about that. How many of us drag the last mistake into the next opportunity? How many people let one bad quarter, one breakup, one failure define their identity? Alan and I talk about why attaching your self-worth to outcomes is a trap. Confidence is not built on results. It’s built on process, preparation, keeping the promises you make to yourself, and mastering the fundamentals. That’s where real separation happens. We also dive into one of the most powerful lessons I’ve ever heard about excellence. Alan shares the story of working with Kobe Bryant at 3:30 in the morning. Not flashy drills. Not tricks. Just relentless attention to the basics. Kobe told him, “I never get bored with the basics.” That line alone could change your life. The great ones do not skip steps. They do not get distracted by hype. They obsess over mastery. And they stack that obsession for years. That is how you create separation no one can catch. But this episode is not just about performance. It’s about fulfillment. Alan challenges the idea that we should chase happiness. Happiness is fleeting. Fulfillment is built. It’s built through resilience, emotional regulation, accountability, and learning how to move to the next play without becoming a victim of the last one. We talk about parenting, leadership, business, relationships, and what to do when you’re flat on the canvas and need a way forward. If you’re in a season where you need a reset, this conversation is your blueprint. I’ll tell you this. The most powerful thing Alan said today is that your next play can be your best play. Not because the last one was perfect, but because you learned from it. Your mistakes are not your identity. They are part of your collage. And if you’re willing to forgive yourself, adjust, and step forward with intention, your next 50 years can be your best 50 years. This one will hit you right between the eyes in the best way possible. Key Takeaways: * Why you must separate your emotions from your performance * How to build confidence through process instead of outcomes * The power of mastering the basics and stacking consistency over time * What to do when you’ve failed and need to create your next play * Why fulfillment beats chasing happiness every time * How accountability and emotional regulation shape leaders and families If you’re ready to stop replaying the last mistake and start attacking the next opportunity, this episode is for you. Let’s go make your next play your best one. Max Out. 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO ED'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈 → → → CONNECT WITH ED MYLETT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ➡️ INSTAGRAM ➡️FACEBOOK ➡️ LINKEDIN ➡️ X ➡️ WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
They Didn’t Think They Were Good Enough...Until They Did This | Ed MylettWhat if the only thing standing between you and your next level is the story you keep telling yourself about not being good enough? In this mashup, I bring together some of the toughest, most battle tested men and women I know to talk about something almost nobody wants to admit. That quiet voice that says you do not belong here. That you are not ready. That you are going to get exposed. You are going to hear from Michael Chandler, Damar Hamlin, Fallon Taylor, Andre Ward, Michael Chandler, Jason Wilson, and Dean Graziosi as they open up about imposter syndrome, doubt, setbacks, and the defining decision to rise anyway. Michael Chandler talks about the thermometer in your life and how many of us unconsciously cool ourselves down when success starts heating up. He shares how a little bit of imposter syndrome can keep you humble and hungry, but how letting it dominate your thinking will sabotage everything. Andre Ward breaks down what it really means to absorb a punch and still throw one back. Not just in the ring, but in life. Fallon Taylor and Damar Hamlin remind us that sometimes you do not find your strength until you are forced to confront your fragility. Jason Wilson speaks powerfully about identity and manhood, and what it takes to believe you are worthy of the stage you are standing on. Dean Graziosi brings it home with the truth that you cannot give away what you have not built within yourself first. One of the biggest themes in this episode is preparation. Confidence is not something you wish for. It is something you earn. When you prepare at a level that most people are unwilling to, you begin to silence that voice that says you do not belong. The separator in life is not talent. It is the ability to take a hit, keep your composure, and keep moving forward without obsessing over what everyone else thinks. You are going to hear story after story of people who did not feel ready, did not feel qualified, did not feel worthy, but chose to act anyway. They did not wait for the doubt to disappear. They built a new self concept through action, discipline, faith, and relentless preparation. That is how you close the gap between who you are today and who you are capable of becoming. If you have ever questioned whether you belong in the room, whether you are capable of the dream in your heart, this episode is for you. You were not born average. You were not born to sit on the sidelines of your own life. You were born to max it out. And the moment you decide you are worthy of the stage is the moment everything begins to change. Key Takeaways * Why a small amount of imposter syndrome can fuel growth, but letting it dominate will cap your potential * How preparation builds real confidence that no critic can take away * The true separator in life is the ability to absorb a punch and keep throwing * Why your self concept determines the temperature of your success * How to stop worrying about public perception and start running your own race * The power of earning your belief in yourself through discipline and action * Why you have a duty to maximize your gifts so you can serve others at a higher level 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO ED'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈 → → → CONNECT WITH ED MYLETT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ➡️ INSTAGRAM ➡️FACEBOOK ➡️ LINKEDIN ➡️ X ➡️ WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How To Overcome Your Self Doubt with Dr. Shadé ZahraiWhat If Self-Confidence Isn’t the Answer and Self-Trust Is What You’ve Been Missing? Most people think the opposite of self-doubt is confidence. In this conversation, Dr. Shadé Zahrai completely flips that belief on its head. She is a behavioral researcher, bestselling author of Big Trust, and one of the most insightful minds I’ve ever sat down with when it comes to understanding why high performers still struggle with anxiety, overthinking, and that constant feeling of not being enough. I’ll be honest, her work challenged some of the things I’ve taught for years, and that’s exactly why this episode matters. We dive deep into why waiting to feel confident is keeping so many people stuck and why self-trust always has to come first. Dr. Zahrai breaks down the four core attributes that shape how we experience doubt, including acceptance, agency, autonomy, and emotional adaptability. She explains why doubt isn’t something to eliminate, but something to rise above by strengthening who you are underneath it. If you’ve ever felt like an anxious overachiever who keeps pushing but never quite feels settled, you’re going to feel seen in this conversation. One of the most powerful parts of this episode is how expectation bias quietly shapes your reality. Dr. Zahrai shares fascinating research that shows how the scars you believe you’re carrying can completely change how you experience conversations, relationships, and opportunities, even when those scars are not real. We also talk about why validation from achievement, praise, or external approval is one of the most dangerous traps high performers fall into and why it leaves so many successful people feeling empty. We also get extremely practical. Dr. Zahrai walks through tools that actually work, including how to stop obsessing over outcomes, how to quiet the inner critical voices that sabotage momentum, and why self-forgetting through service is one of the fastest ways to restore confidence. I also share a technique from her book that has already changed how I deal with worry, and if you’re someone who struggles with anxiety or rumination, this alone is worth listening to the episode. This conversation is not surface-level motivation. It’s real inner work. If you’ve ever felt stuck between who you are and who you know you’re capable of becoming, this episode will give you a framework to rebuild trust in yourself and move forward with clarity and peace. Key Takeaways * Why self-trust always comes before confidence and action * The four core attributes that protect you from self-doubt * How expectation bias shapes your relationships and results * Why obsession with outcomes erodes self-belief * A simple daily practice to reduce worry and overthinking * How to quiet your inner critic without forcing fake positivity Listen now, and start building the kind of trust in yourself that no setback can take away. Max out. 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO ED'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈 → → → CONNECT WITH ED MYLETT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ➡️ INSTAGRAM ➡️FACEBOOK ➡️ LINKEDIN ➡️ X ➡️ WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9 Mindset Shifts to Escape the Achievement Trap | Ed MylettWhat happens when winning stops feeling like enough and achievement quietly turns into a trap? In this mashup episode, I want to talk about something I see all the time with high performers. People who are doing well on the outside but feel empty, restless, or disconnected on the inside. This conversation is about escaping the achievement trap and redefining success in a way that actually brings peace, fulfillment, and joy. I sit down with LeAnn Rimes to unpack what it looks like to grow up chasing validation and applause, only to realize later that external success cannot heal internal wounds. LeAnn opens up about the emotional cost of performing for approval, the courage it takes to slow down, and how self awareness and self compassion became the real breakthroughs in her life. Her honesty is powerful and it speaks directly to anyone who has ever felt pressure to keep proving themselves. I also bring in Rob Dyrdek, who shares how redefining his definition of winning changed everything. Rob talks about shifting from grinding nonstop to building a life by design, where happiness, relationships, and impact matter just as much as productivity. This is a masterclass in intentional living and understanding that fulfillment is not found in the next milestone, but in alignment with who you really are. Throughout this mashup, I break down the mindset shifts that help you move from chasing achievements to creating meaning. We talk about why so many driven people feel unfulfilled, how comparison fuels the trap, and what it actually takes to feel proud of your life, not just your resume. If you have ever thought, I should feel happier than this by now, this episode is for you. Key Takeaways: * Why constant achievement can quietly disconnect you from fulfillment * How external validation creates pressure instead of peace * The mindset shift from proving yourself to accepting yourself * How to redefine success in a way that supports happiness and relationships * Why slowing down can actually accelerate clarity and purpose This is about learning to win without losing yourself. It is about success that feels good to live with, not just impressive to look at. My hope is that this episode gives you permission to redefine the game and start playing it in a way that truly serves you. 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO ED'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈 → → → CONNECT WITH ED MYLETT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ➡️ INSTAGRAM ➡️FACEBOOK ➡️ LINKEDIN ➡️ X ➡️ WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Brain-Body Discovery That Will Change Your Life Feat. Dr. Kevin TraceyWhat if the key to healing your body, calming your mind, and extending your life has been inside you the whole time? In this episode, I sit down with one of the most important scientists alive today, Dr. Kevin Tracey, and I do not say that lightly. Kevin is a neurosurgeon, neuroscientist, and the pioneer behind a discovery that could fundamentally change how we treat disease, mental health, and inflammation. I have wanted him on this show for a long time, and after this conversation, you will understand why. This is one of those episodes where you grab a notebook, because it will completely shift how you think about your body, your brain, and your health. We break down the vagus nerve in plain English and why it may be the master regulator of inflammation, stress, trauma, and longevity. Kevin explains how chronic inflammation is linked to most of the diseases that shorten our lives and how the nervous system acts like the brakes that keep inflammation from spinning out of control. He walks us through the groundbreaking FDA approved therapy using vagus nerve stimulation that is already helping people with rheumatoid arthritis get out of wheelchairs, return to work, and reclaim their lives. And yes, he believes this is just the beginning. We also go deep into the connection between childhood trauma, chronic stress, anxiety, and physical disease. Kevin explains how unhealed stress can leave a biological imprint on the nervous system for decades and how that imprint can quietly drive inflammation throughout the body. We talk about depression, anxiety, heart rate variability, and why your body may be stuck in fight or flight without you even realizing it. This is not theory. This is real science, explained in a way that actually makes sense. Then we get practical. We talk about daily habits that cost nothing but can make a real difference. Breathing, prayer, meditation, cold exposure, exercise, sleep, and why doing hard things on purpose can build both mental resilience and physical health. Kevin is refreshingly honest about what science knows, what it does not know yet, and what questions we should be asking next. That humility is exactly why I trust his work. This conversation left me fired up, hopeful, and honestly in awe of what is coming next in medicine. If you care about your health, your performance, your longevity, or understanding how your mind and body truly work together, this is a must listen. And do yourself a favor and grab his book The Great Nerve. There is not a wasted page. Key Takeaways * Why inflammation is at the root of most chronic disease and how the nervous system controls it * How the vagus nerve acts as the brake pedal for stress, trauma, and inflammation * The revolutionary FDA approved vagus nerve therapy already changing lives * How childhood stress can biologically shape your health decades later * Simple daily practices that may help calm your nervous system and improve wellbeing If you want to understand the future of health and how to take control of your body from the inside out, this episode will open your eyes. Share this one with someone you love. Max out. 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO ED'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW 👈 → → → CONNECT WITH ED MYLETT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ➡️ INSTAGRAM ➡️FACEBOOK ➡️ LINKEDIN ➡️ X ➡️ WEBSITE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices