In this inspiring episode of Wisdom Journey, host Wisdom Okonkwo sits down with Charles Fernandez—two-time Olympic modern pentathlete, high performance coach, and founder of Impactor—to explore what it truly takes to thrive as a creator in today's demanding landscape. Drawing from his athletic and coaching experience, Charles shares hard-won wisdom on the difference between healthy growth pain and destructive burnout, and delivers actionable insights for sustaining motivation, navigating identity shifts, and building a purpose-driven creative brand.

Listeners will discover how to cultivate the “mindset of a champion creator” by embracing authenticity, practicing integrity, and leveraging both discipline and self-compassion. Charles gets vulnerable about the challenges of perfectionism, the reality of inconsistency, and the power of accountability—offering not just theory, but personal stories and practical strategies you can use to level up your creative journey. Whether you're a podcaster, blogger, or ambitious maker, this conversation is packed with advice to help you create art that matters—without losing yourself along the way.

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Website: https://savvycal.com/IMPACTA/alignment-call?d=30Chapters and Timestamps

00:00 Intro and Guest Introduction
01:07 Navigating Growth Pain vs Burnout
03:10 Mindset of a Champion Creator
09:56 Origins: Chas’s Background in Sports
14:33 Growth Mindset and Dealing with Perfectionism
18:46 Discipline, Motivation, and Purpose
23:45 Performance, Authenticity, and Tools for Creators
30:34 The Power of Accountability and Community
37:58 Setting a North Star and Navigating the Journey
44:00 Being Present and Creating Authentically
45:30 How to Connect with Chas & Closing Remarks
46:53 Outro