Parents are responsible for caring, loving, and guiding their children. They should be the ones to show the ropes of how life is and strengthen their kids to prepare for any challenges they face. Sadly, some parents fail to do all that and instill traumatic experiences into the ones they are supposed to show love. This leads their child to grow up suffering mentally, waiting for someone to pull them out of their difficulties. On the other hand, other children are forced to tackle life themselves...
Jun 07, 2023•42 min
As humans, no one didn’t want a life without stress, problems, and hardships. We may believe that comfortably living translates to having no responsibility. But is that the life we desire, and is it worthwhile to pursue? To learn, progress, and be successful, we must face challenges and put in our best effort to achieve our goals. Continue to look, search, and go forward; God will direct your steps and is more than eager to assist if you do your best. Ryan Williams shares his life experiences of...
Jun 05, 2023•38 min
One can be called successful if they have achieved their desired goals. Being prosperous is a sign of success for some people. Yet success is more important than wealth. The great pleasure you experience when you accomplish your goals is unmatched by wealth. All elements of life require strong dedication and hard work to succeed in. Opportunities will come and go, but it is up to you to choose your course for success. You must overcome obstacles to accomplish your goals. It would be beneficial i...
Jun 03, 2023•41 min
Fitness has been about exercise, programming, physical evaluation and diet. These factors are naturally necessary for the fitness matrix. Still, we cannot deny that as our education on those four essential components has increased, so has the global epidemic of obesity and inactivity. Exercise and proper nutrition are not the solutions; understanding what drives human behaviour is. Brian Grasso is a performance coach in Chicago who has trained elite athletes for more than ten years and has consu...
Jun 01, 2023•49 min
Do you ever feel like a hamster on a wheel in your job? Constantly spinning but never getting anywhere? It's a common experience but it doesn't have to be that way. Pursuing your passion is essential to finding a truly fulfilling and rewarding job. If you're feeling stuck in your job or unsure of what career path to pursue, take some time to explore your passions. You never know where it might lead you. Pursuing your passion isn't just important for finding a job; it's essential for finding a ca...
May 30, 2023•53 min
There is a saying that experience is the best teacher, and the worst experiences teach the best lesson. Does it? Do we need to go through suffering to learn? While we might be in this world for the first time not knowing anything, there is something we can do to make our lives worthwhile. John Lovell shares his life experiences about growing up without proper guidance from his father, being reckless that drove him to delinquency, finding his beloved wife, to being unmade and remade. Tune in as J...
May 29, 2023•34 min
Change is constant, and people typically fear it. It’s not always the worst thing that may happen to anyone, contrary to popular belief. Things must alter for us to move on with our lives. Change is beneficial because most people's lives wouldn't exist if nothing changed. Also, people should intentionally transform their lives to learn new things and explore how they might gain from doing things in a different way. Most of the time, people discover that adjustments increase their understanding o...
May 26, 2023•43 min
Uncovering what we want in life can be daunting when we don't know where to begin, where to turn for guidance, and who to listen to. We take risks, make an effort to fit in, or we are adamant about what we know we want from life. Nevertheless, this journey of life is undoubtedly a spectacular one. Jay Ferruggia shares his life experiences growing up watching his parents argue all the time, and in the end, divorce, hanging out with kids his age who regularly end up in jail, and as he figures out ...
May 24, 2023•30 min
Having a good character enables people to trust and rely on you. When you have a reputation for honesty, responsibility, and reliability, people feel more comfortable working with you and entrusting you with important tasks. This is important for a leader to provide for other people. A good character helps you build strong relationships with those around you, essential for creating a sense of community and support. Having a strong moral compass and values can help you make the right decisions an...
May 22, 2023•1 hr 7 min
It is the duty of parents to nurture and guide their children. Yet, some parents teach in a way that harms their children, leaving them with a traumatic experience they can carry with them as they grow up. We may be quick to label them as terrible parents, but looking back, we can see that those parents were also subjected to abusive environments from their very own parents, which caused them to be who they are and pass it on to their children. Dennis Morolda shares his life experiences of growi...
May 19, 2023•42 min
Sometimes, people live their lives to the fullest without thinking of others, without thinking of their consequences or effects. Remember, people may forget about you, but they will never forget how you made them feel. Every little thing you do is a legacy that you are leaving behind. Ben Greenfield talks about the experiences he had throughout his life as well as the lessons and advice that he can share. He is someone who prioritized his family and altered his career in order to ensure that he ...
May 17, 2023•46 min
By instilling these values and principles in young men, we can create a generation of individuals who strive for greatness and positively impact the world. Encouraging young men to be better than average is beneficial for personal growth and success and for the betterment of society as a whole. Young men can achieve great things and surpass the average, positively impacting the world and leaving a lasting legacy of excellence. Ray Care is a former Navy SEAL who has become a motivational speaker,...
May 15, 2023•31 min
Any good plan must include setting goals and priorities. By establishing goals, you are expressing what you hope to achieve. You gain drive and attention by having goals. Setting goals for oneself increases your likelihood of accomplishing your tasks. Setting priorities will enable you to achieve those objectives. Priorities assist you in deciding which chores must be completed and when. Having a list of priorities helps you stay on schedule. Darren V imparts his life's lessons, wisdom, and coun...
May 11, 2023•31 min
What are you doing to add depth and understanding to your life, rather than simply reacting to thoughts and adding on more? As a teenager, it may be difficult to identify your passion, develop good habits, and remain consistent with what you truly want to achieve with your life. You’ve got a lot to learn to be really successful. Sevan Matossian shares his story of living as homeless since he wanted to live a life as a free, religious man. Sevan had a unique life as a homeless man, where others s...
May 09, 2023•47 min
Hard work makes the dream work. If we want to achieve a goal, we have to put all our effort into achieving it no matter what. But what does putting in all our effort mean? If we want to go all out when we do something, we need to think about it like there is something on the line. This will help us intensify our feelings and put in the greatest effort to win or attain our goal. Sometimes, people are afraid to make mistakes and which hinders them to grow and learn. Jake Herbert shares his persona...
May 07, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Personal growth and development are essential to success in all aspects of life. However, sometimes we may feel stuck, unsure of what steps to take to move forward, or overwhelmed by limiting beliefs that hold us back. We all have the potential to achieve greatness in our lives by believing in ourselves. The more you do something, the more you get invested in it at an identity level. What you create creates you. Anthony Trucks is a former NFL player turned identity shift coach who shares his lif...
May 04, 2023•1 hr 1 min
In our life, people make countless mistakes that can bring them down. And it is easy for us to blame the world for all the unfairness we’ve experienced. But the truth is that the world doesn’t owe us anything. This is the reality; it hurts, but it is the truth. Continuing to delve into an improper understanding of reality will just hinder our journey to move forward. Nick Freitas shares his life experiences; how blessed he was to have loving parents even if they are divorced, his learnings from ...
May 02, 2023•57 min
As we grow up, we will come to the point where we think about who we are and what we want to do in life. But often, our path in life is already laid out by our parents or culture, binding us on what we want to do. Even though we want to choose the decisions that are true to ourselves, the fear of not pleasing our parents and hurting our loved ones makes it difficult. The battle within ourselves, whether to choose our path or the path that is laid out for us, will constantly be raging. That’s why...
Apr 30, 2023•40 min
The debate over what factors affect people's behavior and personality traits between nature and nurture is fierce. An individual's genetic makeup, which determines their personality and physical characteristics, is completely dependent on nature. Contrarily, nurture is influenced by the environmental elements to which a person is exposed, and which ultimately shape their personality. People are affected by both nature and nurture to some level since they are exposed to both in one way or another...
Apr 27, 2023•39 min
When we were kids, all we could think about was getting older and doing "grown-up" things. We spent our entire childhood imagining what we would do when we finally "grew up," and now that we are almost fully grown, we still aren't sure what it is we want to accomplish. When the time comes for the picture to be removed from the wall and put into action, it's not nearly as much fun as painting the picture in our heads of what it will be like when we ultimately do grow up. Curt Storring imparts his...
Apr 25, 2023•50 min
In a world where problems are abundant, feeling powerless and overwhelmed is easy. However, some refuse to let these problems defeat them and instead find innovative ways to make a difference. These individuals view the world's challenges as opportunities for growth and change. They understand that it's never too early to make a difference and today's youth can play a crucial role in shaping a better future. Whether you're a young person looking for ways to make a difference or someone who wants...
Apr 23, 2023•25 min
During the adolescent period, we will face various challenges that can alter our way of life. How we would deal with those challenges can dictate the life ahead of us. But oftentimes, the culture in our society affects its outcomes. If you are upset or disappointed by something, let those feelings out and show your emotions. It is not a weakness but bravery—a courageous step to take action and resolve what you feel inside. Jordan Rogers shares his life experiences, advice, and guidance with futu...
Apr 20, 2023•29 min
We often hear the quote, “Education is Power”. This is true as education equips us with the weapon of knowledge to achieve our dreams and face any challenges in life. Sadly, people are willing to spend on education just to get small value. Students cannot see how critical it is to have education, the knowledge they can use to improve the world and their lives. The world is slowly becoming illiterate, as students don’t have the desire to read. And they use different methods to cheat, not knowing ...
Apr 18, 2023•42 min
Failure has many valuable lessons to teach us, one of which is that anyone can experience it. It is difficult to accept the fact that no one is immune to it. The fact that it teaches us to never take anything for granted and to always put in the effort makes it a very essential lesson as well. Everyone is fallible, and mistakes are common. But the ability to learn from these errors and turn them into stepping stones for achievement is what sets the successful apart from the unsuccessful. Giancar...
Apr 17, 2023•34 min
Raising your standards means setting a higher bar for yourself and refusing to settle for anything less. It involves pushing yourself to grow and develop, learn new skills, and take on new challenges. It's about striving for excellence in everything you do, from your relationships to your career. John Richards is a highly accomplished individual with a rich military service and leadership background. He served as a US Navy SEAL for over two decades, completing numerous deployments to various par...
Apr 14, 2023•40 min
Being in our comfort zone is what makes us feel safe and happy. But just staying inside will be the reason why we are weak. Thus, we need to understand that being uncomfortable is what we need to grow, develop, and be more vital to face any problems life might throw at us. We need to stand for the truth and what we feel is right, even if it makes us uncomfortable because that makes us more solid and enjoy our life without regrets. We might hurt others in the process, but it is not bullying. We j...
Apr 12, 2023•35 min
Although the transition from childhood to adulthood is unavoidable, young people mature at various rates and at different ages, creating a diverse range of physical, psychological, and emotional skills. As youths develop into adults, Jonathan Rios offers guidance, insights, and experiences from his own life to them. The teenage years are the beginning of maturity. And many of the experiences you have during those years will influence how you develop as a person and become a mature adult. Tune in...
Apr 10, 2023•30 min
Ryan has spent the last 15 years in the fitness industry with the majority of that time being dedicated to functional fitness. In 2010 he trained with the US Olympic Skeleton and Bobsled Teams (Qualifying for Olympic Trials in both sports). He also has been a CrossFit Regionals qualifier 7 times. He has made fitness programs for the US Military, large corporations, and several professional athletes around the globe. Ryan hosts the top fitness podcast on iTunes called, “Real Chalk" and currently ...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Perspective is everything. For today's guest, the experiences and the things he saw as a young man shaped how he viewed the world, freedom, and his role to play in fighting for that very freedom. As men, we need a mission, a calling that will change the world. In this episode, Stephen Mansfield discusses with the young men of Apogee Strong how they can hone in on and utilize their own skills to do just that. STEPHEN MANSFIELD Stephen is a New York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur, and popu...
Apr 03, 2023•57 min
Steve is an American fitness coach, physical educator, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor. Maxwell was named one of the top 100 trainers in the United States by Men's Journal. Maxwell was the first man to teach kettlebell classes in the United States. He holds a master's degree in Exercise Science from West Chester University of Pennsylvania. Maxwell trains professional athletes including players for the Phillies, Dodgers, and Eagles. He also has worked with various US Government agencies, inclu...
Mar 31, 2023•1 hr 12 min
