Podcast Episodes

This episode is kicked off with a quote from Abraham Lincoln: "Whatever you are, be a good one." Tim expresses his belief that being good is not enough. Very often what holds us back are self-pity, doubt, and fear. They …

“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” — Chinese Proverb

Life is a constant climb, filled with obstacles and challenges. But it's in pushing that boulder up the mountain that we become stronger and better. Tim and Steve emphasize the need to have a realistic perspective on life and...

“If people are doubting how far you can go, go so far that you can't hear them anymore.” — Michele Ruiz

This episode is about the importance of forgiveness and its impact on one's mental well-being. Tim and Steve share the analogy of "free rent in your head" — where harboring negative emotions is like a background program runni...

“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” — John F Kennedy

Several years ago, Tim and Steve recorded a few episodes about the Blue Zones and how people in these specific regions live longer and healthier lives: Ep 080 - Live Longer and Feel Better with Dr Al Peters​ Ep 081 …

“Write it. Shoot it. Publish it. Crochet it, sauté it, whatever. MAKE.” — Joss Whedon

Want a better life? Watch the words you choose to use. Tim Hoover and Steve Mittman explore how words hold immense power — and how the word "will" is particularly impactful. We all must have the will to conquer ourselves, …

“Life is like a book. Some chapters are sad, some are happy, but all are necessary for the full story.” — Unknown

Your feet are your foundation. They support your entire body. With your heels together and toes apart, your foundation is compromised and you exhibit humbleness. Katie Mendez embodies humbleness. She is referred to as the "tu...

“A seed grows with no sound, but a tree falls with a huge noise. Destruction has noise, but creation is quiet. This is the power of silence. Grow Silently.” — Confucius

Excuses are a slippery slope. All it takes is one. Before you know it, you have a domino effect. From a roll of toilet paper to over $150,000 — you'll be shocked by Tim's story. Eliminate excuses, embrace discipline, and …

“Architects cannot teach nature anything.” — Mark Twain

Brian Miller joins Tim Hoover and Steve Mittman. They discuss the concept of losing in order to win, and alternatively, how you can actually lose by winning — emphasizing the importance of focusing on the process and development — rather …

“A man cannot be comfortable without his own approval.” — Mark Twain

Controlling our emotions is crucial for overall effectiveness in life — although it's easier said than done. Tim and Steve emphasize that unchecked emotions can significantly hinder us. They further mention how primal instinc...

"Never allow someone to be your priority while allowing yourself to be their option." — Mark Twain

The Power of Persistence: Climbing Out of the Hole A few weeks ago, you heard the story of the fish that forgot who and what he was . Today, hear the story of the donkey trapped in a hole. It’s …

“Accept the things to which fate binds you, and love the people with whom fate brings you together, but do so with all your heart.” — Marcus Aurelius

If you know your purpose and dig deep to realize why you do what you do, you'll have a much clearer vision. Your "why" is like a guiding force to help you stay on track and face challenges. Brian Miller …

We tried to have a little fun on this episode, but in the end it went to the dogs!

Tim and Steve discuss the “Triangle of Success” — emphasizing the importance of having a strong support group (family, friends); finding good teachers (coaches, mentors); and showing up consistently — in order to achieve succ...

“Don't watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going.” — Sam Levenson