Achieve Your Goals with Hal Elrod is a weekly podcast dedicated to empowering and equipping you with practical advice and strategies to achieve your goals and dreams.
If you are looking for help with achieving your goals in any (or EVERY) area of your life, Hal will give you the inspiration, motivation, and action plan to take yourself and your life to the next level. Subscribe to the podcast and get a new episode every Wednesday.
This episode is incredibly long overdue but the stars aligned, and I had the chance to interview someone who has been instrumental in helping me become the man I am today. That person is none other than my mom, Julie Wilson. I can’t wait for you to hear her story and mine from her perspective. You’ve heard me talk about many of the difficult chapters in my life—losing my sister, surviving a near-fatal car crash, battling cancer—but today, you’ll hear those stories through the eyes of the woman w...
Dealing with trauma and shame from our past can be tremendously heavy burdens to carry—but they don’t have to define us. These horrible experiences often shape our identity, our relationships, and even how we view the world. But one of the most important conversations we can have is how to heal from those experiences. It’s my pleasure to introduce you to Daniela Tilbrook . Daniela is a trauma survivor, coach, and the author of the powerful new book, Not My Shame: Healing Childhood Trauma . She s...
Hal Elrod discusses the fulfillment formula, comprised of self-discipline and inner bliss. He explores the importance of acceptance, gratitude, and purposeful living as pillars for achieving inner peace and contentment, regardless of external circumstances. The episode emphasizes the power of choice in cultivating happiness and provides practical strategies for integrating these principles into daily life.
Have you ever struggled to follow through with your goals? Maybe you’ve labeled yourself as lazy, inconsistent, or just not disciplined enough. I get it—because that used to be me. In this episode, I’m diving into what I believe is the ultimate superpower for achieving anything you want in life: self-discipline. I’m sharing my journey from being an utterly undisciplined teenager to becoming one of the top performers at Cutco. Whether you’ve never considered yourself a disciplined person or you’r...
According to a 75-year-old Harvard study on happiness, the single greatest predictor of a happy and long life is close, healthy relationships. But when a close relationship fractures, whether that’s with a close friend or especially your spouse, it can have a devastating impact on your mental and emotional wellbeing that can take months, if not years to overcome. So today, I want to share a 5-step process for repairing and healing damaged relationships that’s truly been transformative in my own ...
Today we’re exploring the age-old question— Does prayer actually work? Is prayer effective… or pointless? Have you ever prayed and felt like no one was listening? Or perhaps you don't pray because you don’t believe it’s effective. Or maybe you've tried praying before, but your prayers haven't been answered, so you’re skeptical at best. Whether you're someone who prays frequently or not at all, I promise that this episode has value for everyone on both sides of the coin. Today, I'm exploring one ...
Imagine if the key to achieving your biggest goals was learning to embrace common traits that aren’t typically associated with great leaders? As you’ll hear from today’s guest, it’s okay to be selfish, shameless, bossy, or even reckless because it can help you break free from limiting beliefs and supercharge your success. I’m excited to be talking to Jenny Wood . Jenny is a former Google executive and author of Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It . For almost 20 years, Jenny enjoyed ...
For over a decade, I ate a "mostly" organic vegan diet and believed that I was fueling my body with the most nutritious food available. I say mostly because I didn't believe in inconveniencing people to accommodate my dietary preferences, so I was pretty flexible when other people were involved. However, I experienced some health challenges including low energy and brain fog, and I realized that there were some vital nutrients that I was deficient in, which were missing from my vegan diet. Altho...
We all have intuition—a gut feeling, a knowing—but how often do we proactively use and trust it? How do we separate real intuitive guidance from fear or overthinking? If you’ve ever questioned your inner voice, today’s episode is for you. I’m excited to be joined by Marissa DiSimone , known as The Soul Sourceress , to explore the power of trusting your intuition. I’ll admit, I was skeptical when I first learned about Marissa’s ability to receive intuitive messages. Then I spent time with her, an...
Hal Elrod interviews Miracle Morning practitioners Holly Bertone and Karen Stringer, who share their transformative journeys. Karen discusses her path from Kenya to a PhD, while Holly recounts her FBI career and health coaching pivot. They highlight the profound impact of the Miracle Morning on their personal and professional lives, offering insights and inspiration for listeners.
For many of us, fear isn’t just a passing emotion—it’s an invisible force that keeps us from taking risks and stepping into our full potential. But what if confronting our fears could motivate and propel us? Today, we’re exploring how to reframe fear as a tool for growth, resilience, and success . I’m beyond thrilled to share my conversation with Rebecca Minkoff . Rebecca is a world-renowned fashion designer, entrepreneur, and author of Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, ...
Are you starting to wonder about how much AI and technology is helping us or harming us? Most of us have smartphones in our pockets and rely on digital tools for almost everything. But beyond that, are we replacing a higher intelligence or even our relationship with God with artificial intelligence? It’s a big topic, so let’s talk about it. In today’s episode, I’m diving deep into a question that’s been on my mind lately: How are AI and technology fundamentally changing us? I’m not trying to rin...
We've all heard someone give advice on cutting toxic people out of our lives. You've likely heard me say it on this podcast before. But what if that isn't the best solution? What if there's a way to differentiate between truly toxic people and those who are difficult and struggle with negativity? And what if you're the person in their life that can help them evolve and grow? In today's episode, I dive deep into this topic to challenge conventional wisdom and provide three questions to ask yourse...
How often do you struggle with a big decision to the point where you just feel stuck? Most people do. You've narrowed it down to 2 or 3 choices but can't seem to move forward. Today's guest is here to show us how to make these choices with clarity and confidence so you can stop second-guessing yourself and start creating the life you want. Kim DeYoung is the author of The Book of Choice and the creator of the Choice Mapping process, a powerful tool for navigating decisions with intention and pur...
In 2022, a study published in Psychology Today found that 88% of people feel worse after procrastinating . Procrastination is undoubtedly one of the most common barriers to success—but what if you could break free from it starting today? In this episode, I’m launching a brand-new series, Why We Do What We Do , where we’ll explore the psychological and emotional patterns that shape our actions. There’s no denying the fact that we get an immediate sense of relief when we procrastinate. But the dow...
If you’ve followed me for a while, you’ll know that I’ve always believed in the power of affirmations to transform lives, and this episode will reinforce why they’re such a game-changer. You’ll hear how two simple words, “I am,” helped one of my favorite people go from a broke 19-year-old to a millionaire in just three years. Dan McCormick is a keynote speaker, business coach, entrepreneur, and author of Awakening Who “I Am”: Two Words to Ignite Your Transformation . He shares how his personal d...
It's a new year, and I wanted to focus on something that I believe most people want: to be happier in 2025. Not just short-term happiness or brief moments of joy but a sustained sense of peace and fulfillment. According to the Harvard Study of Adult Development , the biggest predictor of happiness is the quality of our relationships . So, I'll explore the science of happiness and practice daily gratitude, specifically gratitude journaling. I'll also introduce you to a concept I call "consciousne...
Setting big goals can be overwhelming, which is why many people fall short and eventually give up on them. But by breaking your bigger goals into smaller goals, you create momentum, which leads to daily dopamine releases (the “feel good” chemical) that generate perpetual feelings of motivation. In today’s episode, I’m sharing four (4) proven strategies that will help you rewire your brain and stay on track to make it easier to achieve whatever goals you’ve set for yourself. You’ll learn how bein...
Over the past few weeks in the Miracle Year Series , we've been laying the foundation to make 2025 your best year ever. If you missed the first 3 episodes, I highly recommend you check those out first because we're tying it all together in today's 4th and final part of the series: Turning Resolutions into Results . I used to think success was all about dreaming and achieving the most significant goals I could. While that's great in theory, it often left me stuck and feeling anxious. What I've le...
In last week's episode, I talked about how clarifying your vision and values will help set the stage for a Miracle Year in 2025. Today, we're focusing on the following critical piece of that foundation: Optimizing Your Morning Routine. Whether you're new to morning routines or a veteran who's practiced with SAVERS for years, today's episode will help anyone create or refine your routine so that you stay motivated and committed to achieving your goals. I'll walk you through the process I used to ...
Last week, we kicked off our 4-part “Your Miracle Year 2025” series with Episode #1: Reflecting Strategically on Your 2024. Today, we’re focusing on your next crucial step: Connecting Your Vision to Your Values for 2025 . For most of us, setting new goals creates optimism and excitement— in the beginning . But as the days or weeks go by, that excitement often starts to fade. Life happens, priorities shift, and the goals feel less urgent and are set aside. So, how do we keep the fire burning and ...
As each year comes to a close, many people will take some time to look back and reflect. And for a lot of us, we end up feeling that we didn’t accomplish as much as we wanted. That’s how every year would end for me, looking back with a glass half empty with all the missed goals, where I fell short, or where life got in the way. Sound familiar? Today’s episode kicks off a special four-part Miracle Year Series, in which I share my strategies and tools for reflecting on 2024 and creating a vision f...
In a world where we feel pressure to do more, be more, work harder, and have it all – it’s no wonder so many of us are tired of trying to hustle our way into the perfect life. But what if the secret to finally achieving freedom, financial success, and an overall life of abundance was right here, hidden in plain sight? That’s what we’re discussing with today’s guest, the incredibly inspiring Cathy Heller. Cathy is a teacher, author, and host of the Abundant Ever After podcast, which has over 50 m...
I'm sure you’ve probably heard the phrase, "It's not how you start; it's how you finish that counts." In today's episode, I'll be inviting you to make December the best month of your life and telling you WHY and HOW to do it. As the holiday season approaches, many people create resolutions and personal goals for the new year. What I'd like you to consider is that how you finish the year will impact how you start off in the new year . One reason why most New Year's resolutions fail is because of ...
Last week, I shared a quote from Mark Groves on Instagram about reconciling our differences, especially in the context of voting and politics. Unsurprisingly, the responses varied—some resonated deeply, while others disagreed. And that's okay because it brought to light a truth I've been reflecting on all week: Love and understanding aren't conditional. They're not reserved for those who agree with us or share our worldview. Every single person is worthy of compassion, regardless of their backgr...
For those of you who follow me on Instagram, you may have seen the post I made on the morning of the US Election last week, long before the results were known. That post was about finding a positive way to move forward , no matter who won. Not surprisingly, it generated many comments and reactions, some positive and some negative, which is to be expected with any presidential election—especially this one. Now that the election is over, and whether you are celebrating or mourning the results, I w...
Last week, I shared the steps for creating an inner reality that’s in sync with who you want to be. This week, we’re taking it one step further and exploring how to build the life you truly want to live by understanding the connection between your inner beliefs and your ability to create your external reality. I will walk you through the practical strategies that helped me escape from feeling unfocused, undisciplined, and unsuccessful to building a life I’m proud of. These are simple strategies ...
In today’s episode, I’m doing something that I rarely do. This is a throwback to episode# 324, which was all about creating your own reality. The big reason is that this episode will be a perfect setup for next week’s episode, which will focus on creating your own external reality. So stay tuned for that. But first, let’s dive into today’s episode. How would you describe your current reality? Are you primarily experiencing states of love, joy, bliss, and enthusiasm? Or do you find yourself endur...
We all want to feel appreciated, and one of the most powerful ways to show love and gratitude to someone is through the art of gift-giving. Especially when the gift is both incredibly thoughtful and unexpected, which is something I learned from one of the best to ever do it. Today’s episode is a tribute to one of my dearest friends, John Ruhlin , who tragically passed away recently. John was the author of Giftology , a book that has completely transformed how I think about leveraging the power o...
Have you ever had times in your life where you feel like you’re taking two steps forward and one step back? Or maybe even three or four steps back? Most people do. But it’s important to remember that personal growth isn’t always a straight line of progress. And nobody is perfect every single day. In today’s episode, I’m sharing two journaling exercises to help you reclaim who you truly are. I’ll encourage you to grab your journal and reflect on a time when you were at your absolute best. Think o...
