It is a common misunderstanding that self-belief is the same as self-worth. When we see confident people, we automatically think they have high self-belief, which is not always true. Sometimes, they just have a high sense of self-worth. Other times, they have an inflated sense of self-worth. Today hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about the difference between self-belief and self-worth. It is a sticky topic, and they dig into it to help you differentiate between them. Understanding the ...
Mar 09, 2023•32 min
Your past plays a huge role in who you are today. Whether it was mainly good, bad, or a harmony of both, it has shaped the person you are now. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about how deeply your past has affected and is still affecting you. They discuss how to look back, evaluate yourself, and see the room for growth when you face your past and not let it hold you back. They also reflect on their pasts and how it has affected them. Link mentioned: Next Level Live...
Mar 08, 2023•22 min
Learning about yourself has so many facets, and it can be awkward and challenging at times. Today hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about what it feels like to learn about yourself. They discuss about growing from one level to the next. The feeling can be both great and dreadful. When you realize that you are good at what you do, it follows that you will feel more pressure to do even better. It is like completing a level in a game that unlocks another level that you need to complete. Li...
Mar 07, 2023•31 min
Your attitude determines your altitude. People don’t reach the top by just being. Getting there requires focused action, personal discipline, and lots of energy every day to make things happen. Today hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about one habit that both changed their lives for the better. How your day goes is determined by not only how you wake up but also how you ended the previous day. So, don't let old habits hold you back. Start building simple yet essential habits one at a ti...
Mar 06, 2023•21 min
It doesn't make sense when you first hear it. How can your purpose come from your biggest problem? Today hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about the tools and skills you gain when you face your biggest problem. They discuss that those same tools and skills will help you build a skyscraper. You are the best person to help others get through the same problem that you have gone through because you can reach them at their most vulnerable and relate to them deeply. You can build a business b...
Mar 05, 2023•24 min
Being flexible in life is essential to ensure you don’t shut down when life doesn’t go as planned. But there are certain things in life that don’t need negotiation – especially your values and who you are as a person. In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about their non-negotiables and the importance of having one yourself. Non-negotiables are personal vows that help you establish boundaries and prioritize what’s important in your life. While it’s important to be flexible,...
Mar 04, 2023•22 min
There’s a feeling that we are all after. It’s a feeling that lets us know that our efforts are paying off. In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about setting goals and that feeling that you are making progress. Kevin shares his experience with anxiety and panic attacks. They share their experiences in achieving that feeling that they are making progress and that things are happening. We all need to feel that we are moving closer to our goals. It helps fuel us to continue m...
Mar 03, 2023•28 min
Today hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about why February was a slow month. There can be times when you feel stuck in your current situation and feel like there is no progress despite your efforts. Or, you may not have the same energy as when you started on your goals. They discuss staying focused and consistent. They also share that it is okay and even better to evaluate your goals and adjust them so that you are not overwhelmed and can keep moving forward. Links mentioned: Next Level...
Mar 02, 2023•24 min
Awareness is only half the story. It’s what we do with this new or renewed awareness that makes the real difference. Today hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about the importance of taking action and its difference from just knowing something. Having the knowledge about something – whether it’s an issue or new learnings – can only get you so far. What you do about it is what makes the difference. Link mentioned: Next Level Live on April 1, 2023, will take your life to the next level: htt...
Mar 01, 2023•21 min
Friendship is an important part of life, and finding people who share your values and beliefs is essential. Having a shared understanding of what matters most to us makes it easier to get along and enjoy each other’s company. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about the two paradigms that humans have in life and their connection with your self-belief. They also discuss the conditions in friendships and your three options on what kind of friend you can be. Link mention...
Feb 28, 2023•20 min
We all want to do the things that bring us joy and make us feel good. But sometimes, there are specific tasks we need to take care of that we just don't want to do. Today hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about the things we don’t necessarily want to do that can significantly impact our lives. If you want to achieve great things, you have to be willing to step outside of your comfort zone and take action and do the things that are not always enjoyable. Link mentioned: Next Level Live on...
Feb 27, 2023•20 min
Tying your self-esteem to doing positive things is a great way to start building it up. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about taking a closer look at the things that are affecting your self-esteem. They also talk about watching out for Debbie Downers in our lives, who always seem to bring us down. We all have them, but it's important to know how they can affect our self-esteem. Links mentioned: Next Level Live on April 1, 2023, will take your life to the next level...
Feb 26, 2023•20 min
The ego is your sense of self or identity. Having an ego can benefit some aspects of life, but it can also become unhealthy when taken too far. Today hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about when the ego is a good thing. They discuss what the ego is in relation to vulnerability and how it evolves as you go through life. Links mentioned: Next Level Live on April 1, 2023, will take your life to the next level: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-live/ Next Level Monthly Meetup #15...
Feb 25, 2023•27 min
It's easy to get caught up in short-term goals. We all want to see results as quickly as possible, which can lead to overcomplicating things and getting lost in the details. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about the three main reasons why people fail. They discuss adjusting expectations and approaches. They also talk about seeing the truth beyond the half-truths that are widely shown on social media. You might be measuring your results based on what others have sha...
Feb 24, 2023•26 min
In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about staying focused. They discuss mapping out your top three goals and gratitudes. Make sure your goals are smaller and measurable at first. Then, pay attention to them every day and actively work towards them. Writing down your goals helps put things into perspective when you need a boost of motivation or positivity. Links mentioned: Next Level Live on April 1, 2023, will take your life to the next level: https://www.nextleveluniv...
Feb 23, 2023•23 min
Do you ever feel like you're reverting to your old ways? We have all been there. Every day we can make a different choice, including facing our fears. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about how it is natural for us to say 'no' when faced with something unfamiliar or uncomfortable. They discuss how doing something courageous will help you know yourself more and possibly open up a world of opportunities. When you find yourself reverting to the old version of yourself,...
Feb 22, 2023•23 min
Most permanent things begin as temporary fixes. A footpath becomes a road and becomes a highway. A quick hut becomes a house becomes a hotel. A doodle becomes a logo, becomes a brand. A patch becomes an operating keystone. A camp becomes a city. Today hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about how temporary things transition to being permanent in our lives and either become a source of good or something we should fix. Links mentioned: Next Level Live on April 1, 2023, will take your life t...
Feb 21, 2023•26 min
Motivation is essential in almost every aspect of human behavior. When you make a decision, your choice is certainly influenced by your motivational state. Motivation determines what we do and why we do it. In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about motivation and why most people won’t admit what motivates them to do things, even to themselves. Whether it’s because they don’t have the courage to admit it or be vulnerable, it all boils down to how self-aware you are to know...
Feb 20, 2023•20 min
It's no secret that our friendships change as we age and grow. Have you ever had a longtime friend who started to treat you differently over time? It can be really frustrating, but understanding why it might be happening can help us better navigate the situation. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros discuss that a big reason why old friends start to treat you differently is that you might be treating them differently. As we grow, we start to form different habits, different ...
Feb 19, 2023•24 min
It’s easy to overlook the importance of self-awareness, but it can make a huge difference in your day-to-day life. According to Gretchen Rubin’s book, “The Four Tendencies,” being self-aware helps you better understand your strengths and weaknesses, as well as what motivates you. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazarostalk about rest and relaxation and reckless relaxation. They also quickly touch on the Four Tendencies. Straying from the rails can boost energy and creativity wh...
Feb 18, 2023•24 min
We used to think that adults had it all figured out, but it turns out that we're all just drawing conclusions from the limited information we have. And those conclusions we draw can even dictate our reality. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about ensuring that our conclusions are as accurate as possible. That's the key to true intelligence – understanding the whole picture. Don't get stuck in a one-dimensional mindset and keep your eyes open for new perspectives to ...
Feb 17, 2023•27 min
In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros ask: are you being too hard or too easy on yourself? Many of us struggle with balancing the two. We want to push ourselves, but we don’t want to be overwhelmed by unrealistic expectations. Ask yourself if your goals are realistic and attainable and if they make sense for where you are in life right now. Remember, there is a happy medium between being too complacent and too hard on yourself, so you may want to take some time today to think...
Feb 16, 2023•25 min
In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about how it can be so easy to feel like asking for help makes you weak. You often think that you should be able to solve everything on your own. But in reality, that's just not true. Asking for help is not something to be ashamed of and doesn't make you weak - it’s actually a sign of strength! It means you recognize when something is too hard or too big for you to handle alone, and it takes courage to admit it. Life can be difficult...
Feb 15, 2023•22 min
Regret is a bitter pill to swallow, especially when it is about a major aspect of your life. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about how to be hyperconscious in making decisions, so you won't regret it later. They share their own experiences of asking themselves how much the decision they are making at the moment will matter in the future. Step out of the situation and look at the big picture and imagine how going one way will matter to you as opposed to the other wa...
Feb 14, 2023•20 min
In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about what to do to be able to stick with something for the long run. They discuss how to break down the goal into smaller manageable parts. They share how celebrating small wins helps you keep going. Manage your expectation and focus on the small goals that build up to the main goal, and before you know it, you are succeeding because of those little steps. Start at a crawl if you have to; the important thing is that you start. Link ...
Feb 13, 2023•27 min
What you think about yourself matters a great deal. It can make or break you. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about increasing your self-worth. The main ingredient is that person that stares back at you when you look in the mirror. You need to give your permission to recognize the good things about yourself. Be honest with yourself. You need to allow yourself to feel good about the things that you are truly good at to have accurate self-worth. Link mentioned: Next ...
Feb 12, 2023•31 min
While this seems obvious to some people, many of us struggle with the idea of putting ourselves first. We were raised to think we should always put others before ourselves and ignore our own needs – that it is somehow arrogant or self-centered and not a nice thing to do. So why is self-care not held in high regard as the essential practice that it is for our well-being? Today hosts Kein Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about the importance of finding a healthy harmony between putting yourself firs...
Feb 11, 2023•26 min
To have trust in a relationship means that you feel a sense of security and loyalty with a person. Trust is a vital component in happy and successful relationships, whether with family, friends, colleagues, or your partner. Today hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about building trust in your relationship and how you can do so through consistent honesty and effective communication. Links mentioned: Next Level Live on April 1, 2023, will take your life to the next level: https://www.nextl...
Feb 10, 2023•24 min
Nobody is exempted from thinking about what people think. Some may value what people think more than others. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about judgment. They discuss how people judge others and how to view it logically so you can see if the feedback is valuable or not. They talk about logically reframing judgment so you can filter out those that don't matter. Link mentioned: Next Level Live on April 1, 2023, will take your life to the next level - https://www.n...
Feb 09, 2023•27 min
Are you feeling stuck? Does it feel like things are just the 'same old same old'? Are you wondering how to get unstuck? In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about what it feels like to be stuck. They discuss being stuck in varying degrees. You can get unstuck, and all you have to do is just try something. You can get out of the season of being stuck by setting a goal and taking baby steps toward it. It doesn't always have to be a big change. The hosts talk all about bei...
Feb 08, 2023•24 min
