In this heartfelt episode, Bryant Ellis welcomes Jimmy Darts, a figure whose acts of kindness have captured the hearts of many across social media. Jimmy, with his down-to-earth demeanor, discusses the intertwining of his dreams with a strong foundation of faith, offering an intimate glimpse into how this blend guides him in making impactful decisions and creating meaningful content. Jimmy candidly shares his approach to pursuing aspirations with a blend of practicality and faith, emphasizing th...
Mar 12, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 21
In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the essence of emotional intelligence, spotlighting the three critical traits that set apart highly emotionally intelligent individuals in today's polarized landscape. Our exploration begins with a foundational insight: situations are rarely black and white . As we navigate an era marked by sharply divided opinions and narratives, acknowledging the complex spectrum of human emotions and scenarios becomes increasingly crucial. Bryant discusses the imp...
Mar 02, 2024•48 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Bryant Ellis explores the complexities of anxiety, shedding light on his own experiences with navigating high-pressure scenarios. He uncovers how our inherent need for control is a significant root of anxiety, providing novel insights for those battling with their anxious thoughts. In this insightful episode, Bryant combines empathy with actionable advice, stressing that anxiety should be seen as a natural reaction to stress, rather than a flaw. He points out that our pursuit of control not only...
Feb 22, 2024•27 min•Season 2Ep. 19
In this eye-opening episode of our podcast, host Bryant sits down with the remarkable Shelby Stanger, a woman whose life is as adventurous as it is inspiring. Shelby, an acclaimed adventure journalist and a beacon of inspiration for many, joins us to delve into the fascinating interplay between adventure and mental wellbeing. Our conversation revolves around Shelby's latest literary offering, "Will to Wild: Adventures Great and Small to Change Your Life", a compelling read published by Simon and...
Jan 24, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 18
In this captivating episode of our podcast, we sit down with the multi-talented David Norona, renowned for his roles in "Jack Ryan," "Designated Survivor," "One Tree Hill," and "Six Feet Under." David is not just an acclaimed actor but also an inspiring writer, director, and the founder of the acting school, BCA. This conversation is not just for actors but for anyone with a dream they're chasing. David shares invaluable insights into the journey of pursuing a passion, balancing it with a health...
Jan 12, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 17
In this episode, we dive into a unique perspective on comparison, exploring its hidden facets. It's common knowledge that drawing comparisons with others isn't beneficial, but have you ever wondered why we fall into this trap and how we can escape it? We also delve into aspects of life where societal norms encourage comparison, questioning whether these comparisons are truly advantageous as often claimed. Join Bryant Ellis and Marcus Miller as they delve deep into the topic of comparison. They d...
Jan 02, 2024•56 min•Season 2Ep. 16
In this week's episode, we're delighted to welcome the vibrant and dynamic Annie Cooper - a fitness coach, entrepreneur, and dating app user. While she may not be a professional dating coach, Annie's experiences and insights make for a fun and engaging conversation. Join us as we delve into the world of dating apps, discussing the do's and don'ts for men and women to improve their matches, and share good and bad date ideas. Annie also talks about how her fitness journey has influenced her approa...
May 15, 2023•50 min
In this enlightening episode, we're joined by Dr. McNulty, a renowned naturopathic doctor and founder of the cutting-edge "Nature and Science" holistic medical clinic in San Diego, California. With a unique specialization in IV nutrient therapy, Dr. McNulty shares his expertise in supporting a wide range of health concerns, from cancer care to chronic health issues and anti-aging treatments. Our conversation dives deep into the world of holistic medicine as we explore the benefits of IV nutrient...
May 08, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Season 2Ep. 14
There's a difference between pursuing dreams and pursuing dreams while raising a family and growing your marriage. In this episode I talk with Donta and Chantell Nelson about the ups and downs of being highly ambitious individuals, all while making your marriage and your kids your first priority. They open up about what makes a good partnership and the tools they've used to build a life that is centered around both their family and their passions. I hope you enjoy this!...
Feb 20, 2023•44 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Marcus Miller returns to the podcast to talk about one of my favorite subjects. One of the most important elements of creating a lifestyle that sustains your ability to run after big dreams is learning how to create an eco-system of people to do life with. Without this, we not only have a lower quality of life, but we don't feel as powerful to take risks and run after the scary things when we don't feel like we have people who are in our corner and care about us when we fail. In this episode we ...
Jan 30, 2023•57 min•Season 2Ep. 12
The title of this episode kinda speaks for itself.... Here is a list of green flags that I look for when dating or "Getting to know someone" do you need more of a description? ;)
Jan 16, 2023•30 min•Season 2Ep. 11
I feel like we all know someone who is suffering from some form of chromic illness. From Lyme disease to autoimmune disorders, it can feel helpless, especially as young people, to suffer these kinds of health issues. The inability to do the things that you're used to doing, from not being able to enjoy life as you once knew it. There's a reason that chronic illness has a very high suicide rate. How do you find life when you're going through times like this? What are some ways to find hope and jo...
Jan 10, 2023•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 10
In this episode, Marcus Miller and I talk about practical ways to process through pain. When pain gets left unprocessed, we usually turn to get comfort in the form of unhealthy behaviors or addictions. I would argue that this is one of the most important things to learn in order to truly live a life of success, freedom, and pursuit of the things that make you come alive. When we can't navigate through pain in a healthy way, we aren't able to make the kind of forward momentum that could launch us...
Jan 02, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Creativity is one of the most valued gifts I can personally think of. To some extend, a lot of us see ourselves as creative, but what sets us apart from the average creator, is what we are willing to do with out creativity. How do we grow in creativity? How do we tap into more creativity? What are ways to stimulate our creativity when we feel stuck in our process? In this episode I talk about boredom and ways I believe that this is actually a gift to the creatives out there....
Dec 19, 2022•19 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Whenever we allow someone else's dating experience to create our expectations for dating, we are filtering and narrowing our potential good experiences by holding onto someone else's offense, bitterness and judgment. Dating can be tricky and sometimes frustrating, but where are we getting most of our data or information from? Our personal experiences or our friends or social medias experience? I think anyone in the dating arena will be able to appreciate this conversation....
Dec 12, 2022•30 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Like any relationship, we can have healthy and unhealthy reliance on them. We often don't observe what our relationship with our "hopes and dreams" look like. Yet, most of us have spent more time thinking about this relationship than most relationships we have. Our hopes, dreams, and visions fuel our decisions and create a compass for our actions. If we aren't intentional with how we approach our dreams, then our dreams and our expectation of what they will bring to our lives will control us in ...
Dec 05, 2022•34 min•Season 2Ep. 6
With over 1 million podcast downloads a month, it's safe to say that Case has a good amount of experience with creating a successful Chanel. Being featured in Forbes and several other publications only adds to the impressive resume ;) One of my favorite people to interview and have fun conversations. I hope you get out as much of this chat as I have as we talk a little bit about his journey and some of the practical steps he took to get there.
Nov 29, 2022•26 min•Season 2Ep. 5
I could say a lot in this description about this episode....but I don't want to spoil it. So before getting angry and giving me a negative review.....Give it a listen ;)
Nov 22, 2022•21 min
Who doesn’t want to level up their life as a whole? What are the major obstacles we face when we feel stuck or like we aren’t making progress? In this episode, I invite you into a potentially “Triggering Reality” about why we aren’t making forward momentum. I love to see people realize these simple truths, and with most people that I mentor, it begins with embracing this way of thinking.
Nov 14, 2022•22 min•Season 2Ep. 3
I love having Abi Stumvoll on my podcast, especially when we rant about dating. Please excuse our bunny trails as we bounce around and laugh through lots of different topics and tell our stories of experience with dating and relationships. We talk about - The failures and valuable lessons from my last relationship - How to show up powerfully in dating - Ways to avoid creating a codependent relationship We might even talk about some random stuff like…..things that make people Good vs. Bad kissers...
Nov 07, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Learning to process pain and pursue internal success has not been the most fun part of my 20's, but I've experienced more Joy and Fulfillment from that journey than any financial or business success that I've accumulated in my life. In this episode I talk about some of the vulnerable process behind some of the craziness of my life and some of the choices I've made because of it. I also talk a little bit about the vision behind this new podcast and why I changed the name from "The Fail Journal" T...
Nov 01, 2022•26 min•Season 2Ep. 1
The New Year is a time when you have lots of momentum. With an opportunity to start fresh, it can easily feel like your commitment to growth is stronger than ever. But while this momentum may last for weeks, possibly even months, there inevitably comes a time when it runs out. Your goals don’t get checked off as quickly as you thought they would - they start to require more effort than you expected - and suddenly you're enticed by a thousand excuses. That’s why, in this episode, Bryant puts forw...
Dec 29, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 44
“It’s about the journey, not the destination” is probably the most cliche phrase in existence. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t true. In this episode, Bryant walks through how he's felt after winning Forbes 30 Under 30. While it feels amazing to be recognized with an award like this one, it’s not nearly as fulfilling as the work that brought him to this place. And not nearly as important as the people who helped him along the way. You won’t want to miss this one!
Dec 21, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 43
What doesn’t Eliz Fulop do? She’s a professional skier, a body-builder, a podcaster (The Mindset Flex podcast) and just an overall badass. Throughout all these ventures, she’s learned a thing or two about risk-taking and the inevitable failures that come with them. Specifically that you can’t rely on other people or outside circumstances to move you forward. You have to take control of your life. Join Bryant and Eliz for more ideas like this in this week’s episode!
Dec 14, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Many people fall into the trap of thinking they have to choose either money or time. Either they get a job that pays well, but it takes up their whole schedule, or they have flexible hours, but not enough money to pursue the things they really care about. Believe it or not, this is a myth. It IS possible to have both. You just have to think outside the box a little! In this episode, Bryant goes through ten very practical ideas that are guaranteed to free up your schedule and make you more money....
Nov 17, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 41
In this episode, Bryant sits down with Justin Stumvoll (host of "The Connected Life" podcast) to have a candid conversation on their experiences growing up in the church. They talk about the high-stakes, shame-filled mentality many religious people have around messing up and how this prevents you from actually learning and making progress. Many other interesting points are brought up! You’re not gonna wanna miss this one!
Nov 09, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 40
You don't just wake up one morning and decide you want to be a Hollywood actor. You earn this opportunity through years of practice; through failing and learning from your failure. In this week’s episode, Bryant dives deeper into this topic by introducing three phases: crawling, walking, and running. By not getting ahead of yourself and staying in this order, you know you'll be prepared for the risks you're taking. Because when you AREN'T prepared, and you try to run before you've learned to cra...
Nov 02, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 39
In this episode of the Fail Journal, Bryant explains why victimhood is the #1 reason why people don’t see their dreams come true. Why? Because it takes your attention away from what you can actually control. You release the power to improve your life when your focus is placed on how you’ve been disadvantaged and not on the opportunities right in front of you. Listen to find out how you can take steps away from this mindset into one that is more solution-oriented!
Oct 26, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 38
There’s a difference between what gets you attention and what makes you come alive! In this episode of the Fail Journal, Bryant talks about why we should care less about what gets us followers on social media and more about pursuing the things we’re truly passionate about. It might be exciting to go viral, but it’s nothing like the long-lasting fulfillment that comes with becoming a master at what you were put on this Earth to do. What about you? Would you rather be the center of attention or at...
Oct 20, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 37
You don’t build a 100 million dollar company from the ground up without failing a few times along the way! In this episode of the Fail Journal, Bryant has his business partner Ben Day on to talk about the origins of The Adventure Challenge. Over the span of just a few years, Adventure Challenge went from a failed Kickstarter campaign to a multi-million dollar company, and now a hundred million dollar company with 100 employees... but this journey into success wasn’t always kicks and giggles. Fro...
Sep 21, 2021•1 hr 39 min•Season 1Ep. 36
