Have you ever wondered what your life was like before you started working on yourself? In this powerful episode of Success By Design, host Tom Blackledge breaks down the mindset shift between Before Personal Development (BPD) and After Personal Development (APD) — a transformation that reshapes your purpose, relationships, and success.
🎯 Whether you're new to self-improvement, or deep into your personal growth journey, this episode is packed with insights, wisdom, and hard-hitting truths. We’ll explore:
What personal development actually means
How mindset, belief systems and habits hold you back
The impact of personal growth on your relationships
Resistance from friends, partners, and your own ego
Stoic wisdom from Seneca, and ancient philosophy that still applies today
🧠 Topics Covered:
Personal development journey
Mindset shifts for success
Self-growth and discipline
Stoicism and modern life
How to grow without losing people you love
Why many people fear change and sabotage their future
Books and tools that fuel transformation
If you're working on becoming the best version of yourself — this episode is for you. Share it with someone who’s ready to grow.