Hi

So here’s the deal—this week’s episode hits different. I recorded this one mid-run (yep, real sweat, real switchbacks), because sometimes the thoughts hit harder when you're a few miles deep and your legs are arguing with your brain.

This episode is all about leaning into discomfort—turning left when you usually turn right, not knowing exactly where you’re headed but trusting yourself enough to keep moving. It’s the training mindset, not just for running but for life. I talk about the power of making instinctive choices and how those little moments stack up to build real confidence.

We also get into one of my favorite practices: curating your own “Soundtrack to Your Life” playlist. Not just your hype songs—but the tracks that remind you who you are and where you're going. Add to it as you grow. Let it tell the story of your journey.

And of course, the “This Is Life Now” playlist—future-you’s anthem lineup. High-frequency, dream-manifesting energy only. Because your brain doesn’t know the difference between what’s real and what’s vividly imagined. Might as well give it something good to work with.

Finally, a little gratitude rant (because that’s how we roll). Big love to the real ones who’ve been here since day one, the haters, the doubters, the ride-or-dies—y’all are all part of this. Five and a half years speaking this thing into existence… and we’re just getting started.

So if you needed the nudge: be as real as it gets. No copy-paste life allowed.

Catch you on the next one. Stay weird, stay wonderful.

Show Notes

00:00 – Intro: Mid-Run Thoughts & Why This Episode Is Different

03:15 – Making Instinctive Choices in Training (and Life)

07:48 – The Power of Switchbacks: Training for the Tough Turns

11:22 – Build Your “Soundtrack to Your Life” Playlist

15:35 – Manifest with Your “This Is Life Now” Playlist

20:10 – A Gratitude Rant: Thank You to the Real Ones

23:58 – Final Thoughts: Be As Real As It Gets