Podcast Episodes

“Any new beginning is forged from the shards of the past, not from the abandonment of the past.” — Craig D Lounsbrough

Ponder on living in the moment and the importance of mindfulness, through the lens of two significant moments: the moment we live and the moment we lose. Feelings of doubt, fear, anxiety, and anger detract from our ability to...

“The bad news is time flies. The good news is you're the pilot.” — Michael Altshuler

Tim shares a heartfelt conversation he had with 83-year-old Bernie, who shares his reflections on the importance of staying relevant and connecting with genuine people. As Bernie continues to embrace life through travel and p...

“I don't know where I'm going from here, but I promise it won't be boring.” — David Bowie

Tim shares a valuable nugget of wisdom from his daughter, a nutritionist , who reminds him that "motion is the lotion." It far too easy to succumb to discomfort and inactivity, opting for sedentary habits like lounging or bin...

“The universe is under no obligation to make sense to you.” — Neil deGrasse Tyson We should not expect the cosmos to neatly fit into our preconceived notions. These mysteries are reminders to embrace faith as a complement to reason, trusting the...

The impact of words and actions carry a responsibility. Tim and Steve reflect on the irreversible nature of choices made in anger, illustrated by a metaphor of a wolf chasing a bird off a cliff. It’s a great reminder for all ...

“You are what you eat. You are what you think. You are who you hang out with. You are what you watch and listen to. You have more control than you think fellas.” — Bedros Keuilian

Tim and Steve liken the new year to boarding a flight — Flight 2025. If you lose your positive attitude under pressure, we suggest reaching up for a prayer, which will be activated by faith. This faith can then help others wh...

“You get up every day, you're entitled to … nothing. Nobody owes you … nothing. You could have talent, but if you don’t have discipline, if you don’t execute, you don’t focus, you get nothing. If you’re complacent, and not paying attention to detail, what does that get you? Nothing.” — Steven Yates

There is a critical distinction between motivation and discipline. While most people believe motivation is essential to cultivate discipline, the reality is that discipline must come first. Tim and Steve compare discipline to...

“Fear is an insidious and deadly thing. It can warp judgment, freeze reflexes, breed mistakes. Worse, it's contagious.” — Jimmy Stewart

THE POWER OF APPROPRIATE CONFRONTATION Build Strength by Facing Your Weaknesses: Confronting (different than confrontational) is key to personal growth Personal Insight: Steve shares how bullying led to martial arts and self-...

“Love the giver more than the gift” Timely and appropriate for Christmas — as it reminds us to cherish the love, generosity, and thoughtfulness behind the act of giving, which embodies the true spirit of the season.

Tim and Steve talk about innovation versus tradition, highlighting the importance of thinking outside the box to solve problems. They reference Albert Einstein's assertion that we cannot solve problems with the same thinking ...

Marriage is hard. Divorce is hard. Choose your hard. Obesity is hard. Being fit is hard. Choose your hard. Being in debt is hard. Being financially disciplined is hard. Choose your hard. Communication is hard. Not communicating is hard. Choose your...

In this brief episode, Tim and Steve highlight the value of sparring with more skilled opponents to learn and improve — rather than taking the easy route. The takeaway: Embrace challenges, learn from those at a higher level t...

Never take advice from people who are not where you want to be.

In this special Thanksgiving episode, Tim and Steve revisit a timeless and impactful discussion on the importance of respect and gratitude, both in martial arts and in life. They reflect on the value of giving thanks, emphasizing that gratitude should...

“Comfort is the worst addiction and a cheap ticket to depression.”

Discipline is key to achieving success in every part of life, and Tim and Steve dive into what it really means and how it works. Tim explains that discipline is a personal journey, not just a set of rules or religious ideas. ...

Someone makes 10x more than you do in a 9-5 job because they have more "leverage" with their work. Distraction is the greatest killer of success. It stunts and destroys your brain.

It's no secret that fear is pervasive in today's society. Tim reflects on his own experiences with fear, noting how it hindered him in his early years until he broke the chain through martial arts training and faith. He discu...