š„ EP. 177 ā Be the Fire Holder with Julian Habib š„
What does it mean to hold the fire ā not just chase success, but become the person capable of carrying it?
This week, Seamus sits down with filmmaker, strategist, and author Julian Habib, founder of Empire Within and author of Be The Fire Holder. Julian has built empires, created for Netflix and HBO, and mastered multiple martial artsā¦ but his real transformation came from something deeper ā silence, heartbreak, and the kind of self-mastery that only comes from walking through the fire and choosing not to be burned.
If youāve ever felt the pull to live with more purpose, power, and authenticity, this oneās for you.
š„ Takeaways that hit hard:
š„ Generational will > generational wealth.
š„ You can transmute trauma into growth and power.
š„ Legacy isnāt about ego ā itās about impact.
š„ Your vision becomes real when you live by design, not default.
Julian breaks down how to build a 10-year vision, reverse-engineer your goals, and lead from a place of alignment ā not hustle.
This episode will make you think differently about who you are, what youāre building, and why it matters.
Ā #BeTheFireHolder #LeadFromWithinĀ #LegacyOverWealthĀ #LiveByDesign
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(00:00) Introduction to Julian Habib and His Journey
(02:43) The Concept of Generational Will
(05:04) Legacy and Its Impact
(07:16) The Importance of Uplifting Others
(09:53) Finding Your Unique Path
(12:22) Transmuting Trauma into Purpose
(14:50) The Nature of Love and Responsibility
(17:13) Reframing Adversity as Opportunity
(20:29) Transmuting Negative Energy
(21:36) Strategic Practices for Personal Growth
(22:40) Utilizing Visual Tools for Goal Setting
(25:42) The Power of Long-Term Vision
(27:01) Embodying Your Future Self
(29:46) Reverse Engineering Your Goals
(32:50) Living Life by Design
(37:25) Daring to Dream and Infinite Possibilities
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More about Julian Habib
Julian Habib is a filmmaker, strategist, and founder of Empire Within, a movement built for men and women who refuse to die with their fire still inside them. He co-founded a television network at 23, built companies across media and coaching, and has worked on 17 feature films, including top-ranked global hits for Netflix and HBO. He is a multi-disciplined martial artist holding a purple belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu under the legendary Jean Jacques Machado, and a black belt in Wing Chun kung fu - he has spent almost two decades mastering the disciplines of combat, narrative, and inner power. But his greatest transformation didnāt happen in a studio or on the mats.
It happened in silence through heartbreak, ego death, and awakening. "Be the Fireholder" is the book born from that fire. A blueprint for stepping into your highest power by being your most authentic self unapologetically so you can actualize your goals and dreams in record time.
A blueprint for becoming unbreakable, not because life gets easier, but because you become anchored, resilient, and aligned with something greater than yourself. This isnāt just about high performance.
Itās about presence. Power. Purpose. If youāre ready to reclaim your energy, lead from within, and build something that echoes beyond your lifetime, this book is your initiation.
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The Macro Perspective is hosted by Marcos Rivera and Seamus Sullivan, and was born from a simple but powerful mission: to help people take ownership of their health and lives.
This podcast is an extension of their mission, bringing insightful conversations that challenge, educate, and inspire.
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