Best Garrett Unclebach & Nick Surface Podcasts (2025)

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208. The Heart of the Matter: Understanding the Spiritual Core That Shapes Your Life 44:10

1d ago44:10

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In this episode, we finally take on a subject we've referenced in countless episodes but never explored in full: the heart—not the organ, but the spiritual and emotional center that defines your life, your choices, and your walk with God.We lay out why the heart is one of the most mentioned concepts in the Bible (830+ times)—yet never once referrin…

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207. How to Build Brotherhood: The Missing Link in Men’s Freedom and Faith 24:01

6d ago24:01

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Brotherhood isn't just a buzzword—it’s God's design for men to thrive.In today’s episode, we dive deep into what true brotherhood is, why it’s crucial in the life of every man, and how to build it in a way that actually transforms lives. This isn’t about casual friendship or surface-level small groups—this is about intentional, mission-driven, Chri…

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206. From Porn Star to Pastor: Josh Broome on Identity, Redemption, and Freedom from Shame 1:23:49

9d ago1:23:49

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Warning: This episode contains mature themes and is not suitable for young ears.In today’s powerful & raw episode, we’re joined by Josh Broome, a man whose life journey is nothing short of miraculous. From a childhood marked by fatherlessness and a desperate search for identity, to the dark spiral of the porn industry, to a radical transformation t…

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205. Never Be Late Again: The SEAL's Guide to Time Mastery 25:16

13d ago25:16

25:16

Tired of running late? This episode provides a no-nonsense, actionable guide to mastering your time and never being late again. Why are some people always on time while others consistently struggle? This episode delves into the psychology of punctuality, emphasizing the need to truly value time and understand its impact on your reputation. We then …

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204. Pursuing God-Given Dreams: Wisdom, Grit, and Discernment 56:33

16d ago56:33

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Dreams are often glamorized in society and we love seeing a dream fulfilled in movies and our favorite stories. The difference between seeing it in a movie and living it out is that there are no montages in real life. If you want to see the dreams in your head turn to reality, you're going to need wisdom, grit, and endurance for the journey.In this…

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203. How to Change Forever: Repentance, Long-Term Vision, and Disciplined Choices 20:39

20d ago20:39

20:39

Tired of being stuck in the same patterns? This episode provides a roadmap for real change. We unpack the meaning of repentance ("metanoia"), emphasizing the need to shift your mindset, develop a long-term vision that pulls you forward, and make disciplined choices in the moment. Drawing on personal stories and practical advice, this episode empowe…

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202. Five Lessons for Pursuing God's Purpose - What We've Learned From 200 Episodes 53:25

23d ago53:25

53:25

How do you move forward when God only shows you the first step? This episode tackles the challenge of uncertainty in pursuing God's purpose. Through a retrospective lens of 200 episodes, we share impactful lessons on personal development, faith, and the process of building. Discover untold stories, growth insights, and practical encouragement to he…

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201. How To Build The Greatest Friendships Of Your Life 22:03

27d ago22:03

22:03

Struggling to build deep, meaningful friendships? You're not alone! This episode provides a practical guide to creating lasting connections. We discuss why friendships are essential, exploring both the psychological benefits highlighted by the Harvard 85-year study and the scriptural emphasis on connection found in passages like Psalm 133:1,3 and A…

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200. Dr. Nicholas Kardaras on Tech Addiction, Its Impact, & Raising Tech-Healthy Kids 1:01:17

30d ago1:01:17

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Technology expert Dr. Nicholas Kardaras joins us for our 200th episode to discuss the profound impact of technology on our daily lives. We delve into understanding tech addiction, its short and long-term consequences, and effective interventions. Learn crucial strategies from Dr. Kardaras on how to foster a healthy relationship with technology in c…

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199. God's Way to Overcome Burnout: Rest, Alignment, and Purpose 23:12

1M ago23:12

23:12

Burnout is a common experience for people in modern society. This episode tackles burnout head-on, combining insights from the World Health Organization's definition with a powerful, faith-based solution. We discuss the importance of alignment with God's grace, reframing tension, fueling yourself with purpose, and the necessity of intentional rest …

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198. Transform Your Family, Church or Business: Elevating Culture Through Standards 1:00:33

1M ago1:00:33

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Every person listening to this is will be part of an organization whether it's a family, church, business, or otherwise. Every organization has a culture and that culture will determine what grows both good and bad. Often times we are unaware of culture until it gets so bad we are forced to confront it.In this episode, we show you how to elevate th…

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197. How to Be a Great Husband: 3 Steps to Your Dream Marriage 22:39

1M ago22:39

22:39

Being a great husband is part of being all that God made you to be as a man. Your wife is a gift to you and the Bible even says she is favor from the Lord. So the question for every man is, "How are you treating your favor?"In this episode, we give 3 steps to be a great husband and foster the marriage of your dreams. That may sound overly simple, b…

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196. Three Superpowers Only Followers of Christ Have 58:17

1M ago58:17

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Followers of Christ are set apart and have the Spirit of God in them which sounds like the ultimate advantage. Yet, so often we see Christians portrayed as hypocritical, weak, boring, and not making any impact in the earth. Something is missing.In this episode, we look at what's possible for followers of Christ and talk about 3 practical advantages…

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195. Increase Your Faith: Biblical Strategies for Overcoming Doubt 20:19

2M ago20:19

20:19

Doubt can creep into anyone's life, but the Bible provides the template for increasing faith and overcoming doubt. In this episode, we explore key biblical themes and practical strategies to help you defeat doubt. We also look at the "rules of the game" for following God so we can understand what our responsibility is.This episode will give you the…

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194. Rewrite Your Identity: How to Change Your Life's Story 51:49

2M ago51:49

51:49

Do you feel stuck in your life's narrative? This episode dives into the power of changing your identity story. Learn how your past experiences shape your present, and discover practical steps to reframe your perspective, take control of your future, and create a life aligned with your true potential. Uncover the connection between your beliefs, you…

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193. Overcoming Lust: How to Reclaim Intimacy and Connection in Your Marriage 26:41

2M ago26:41

26:41

Lust can rob you of the fulfilling intimacy and connection God designed for marriage. This podcast offers honest talk and actionable steps for married couples seeking to overcome lust, strengthen their bond, and experience a more satisfying relationship. Learn how to prioritize your spouse, address the cost of lust, and create a marriage centered o…

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192. The Training Plan for Greatness: 5 Qualities for Living An Impossible Life 51:35

2M ago51:35

51:35

In this episode, Nick and Garrett discuss the essential qualities needed to maximize personal growth and achieve one's God-given purpose. Inspired by a listener's question, they draw parallels between physical training and life development, emphasizing that mastering the basics is crucial before pursuing greatness. We highlight five key qualities t…

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191. How to Stop Losing Your Temper - Tools And Tactics 22:03

2M ago22:03

22:03

Anger and losing your temper is very common despite the destructive impact it can have. In some ways, it is almost glorified particularly in men and seen as something that makes you powerful when in fact anger means you lost control and you are at your weakest.In this episode, we break down where anger comes from, the real impact it has on your lif…

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190. The Making of a Godly Man Part 3 - Leadership 30:46

2M ago30:46

30:46

In the last of our 3 part series, we focus on the function of leadership and God's design for men to lead. We contrast this with the default thinking of leadership being superior and instead look at the model Jesus provides for leadership.We talk about the beliefs and mindset, practical application, and skills needed so you can understand who God h…

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189. The Making of a Godly Man Part 2 - Weight Bearing & Seed Sowing 47:28

2M ago47:28

47:28

In part 2, we get into specific functions of a Godly man with the focus being seed sowing and weight bearing. As a man, you're made to work and carry weight according to God's design. This is in sharp contrast to a society where retiring early is "living the dream". We go into the specific beliefs needed for this, the rewards, what you must do, and…

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188. The Making of a Godly Man Part 1 - The Foundation 45:31

2M ago45:31

45:31

The vision of the Impossible Life is to change the perception of what it means to be a Godly man. God created men in his image with a mandate to do the work he's been given and bring about God's plans on the earth. This requires strength, tenacity, and a deep relationship with God. However this is not what we see among Christian men today.In this e…

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187. How To Deal With & Overcome Anxiety - Tools & Tactics 19:05

3M ago19:05

19:05

Anxiety is something everyone will have to face at some point. The worst thing you can do is to be unprepared for it.This tools and tactics episode will give you tactics to deal with it in the moment, medium term, and a long term plan to completely overcome it. This is not theoretical as we both use it effectively and have done for years.In this ep…

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186. Three Lies You Love Believing That Rob You Blind 49:46

3M ago49:46

49:46

No one likes a liar, but we all lie to ourselves for a variety of reasons. Sometimes we are unaware of it while other times the truth is too painful for us to face. The truth will set us free, but often times its very difficult for us to know what is true.In this episode, we break down the cycle of how we get to the point of believing lies. We also…

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185. How to Get the Most Out of Your Bible Reading - Tools & Tactics 19:52

3M ago19:52

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Bible reading is essential for a disciple of Jesus and we are commanded to be ready in season and out of season and to correctly handle the word of truth. While many Christians know this, the Bible can be difficult to understand as it was written thousands of years ago in a different language.In this episode, we give you tips to help you get the mo…

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184. The Boldness Blueprint: Stepping Into Your Calling As A Son of God 54:12

3M ago54:12

54:12

Boldness is a quality that many men desire and admire in others. It is actually a hallmark of the Holy Spirit in your life. And yet so many times, we get stuck in our own heads debating over what to do or say.In this episode, we break down the 3 types of men there are in the world. We give a different perspective on what's required as well as givin…

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183. STOP Feeling Tired All The Time - The Energy Budget Tool 20:01

3M ago20:01

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We've all heard about time management or budgeting for money, but almost no one talks about budgeting for energy. No wonder we are all tired and looking for the next hit of caffeine.In this bonus tools and tactics episode, we give you the energy budget framework. We will tell you what the thought process is of energy budgeting and then take you thr…

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182. Escaping The Plateau - Unleash Your Breakthrough RIGHT NOW 47:41

3M ago47:41

47:41

We all want to look back on our lives and know we lived well, but sometimes you just need to win right now! You want to unlock your next level NOW! Whether you're stuck in your marriage, finance, health, business, relationship with God, or whatever it may be, there is a cycle you are in whether you realize it or not.In this episode, we break down t…

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181. How To Defeat Troubles & Conflict - Downloading A Warrior's Mindset 4:53

3M ago4:53

4:53

Just like they downloaded patches in the Matrix for new skills and abilities, Garrett is here to give you a "patch" for your mind. This episode will be a level up for how you deal with problems and conflict.In this shortcast, Garrett will give you his mindset for dealing with problems, conflict, and difficulty so you can not only defeat them, but c…

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180. How To REALLY Win Big In Life - The 3 Keys To Victory 48:01

3M ago48:01

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In society, we have a glamorized view of winning. We celebrate winners and we demand that they keep on winning. But that is not what life is actually like. In life, we have a lot more race than finish line and learning to win ugly is critical. Life's race is more a test of endurance rather than a sprint.In this episode, we tear down the traditional…

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179. How To Build Unbreakable Habits - Tools & Tactics Bonus Episode 19:39

3M ago19:39

19:39

We know that everyone is busy and sometimes it's nice to just be told exactly what to do to achieve a certain outcome. That's why we are starting the tools and tactics bonus series.First up is habits. Lots of people try to build habits and fail. In this bonus mini episode, we give you the 3 elements of effective habits and break them down in detail…

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178. Understanding The Plan For Your Life - The Work Every Man Has To Do 59:54

4M ago59:54

59:54

What's my purpose? What is the plan for my life? These are questions that can eat at you as you wait to find "your thing". However, there is a template for understanding the plan for your life and it involves work. There is work for every person to do and that's exactly how God designed it. When you understand that, you can make sense of your world…

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177. The 3 Tests Every Man Will Face On The Road To Greatness 43:42

4M ago43:42

43:42

If you have breath in your lungs, then God has a purpose for your life. And part of that purpose is greatness. Greatness means you got it all. You got 100% of what God had in store for you. What that will look like for each person is different, but this is an episode to help you on that journey. So often in life, we underestimate the cost, difficul…

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176. Making Success Inevitable - The Power Of Being All In 46:37

4M ago46:37

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In a culture obsessed with achievement, it's tempting to look at the tangibles when we tell the stories of success. So often it is the intangibles that drive people forward to greatness. One of these intangibles is being all in. All in is more than just trying hard or not having a plan B. All in is the mindset and qualities that make you inevitable…

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175. Conquering Weakness - A Warrior's Guide To Strength 53:16

4M ago53:16

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Everyone has a concept of strength. So often we think of strength in physical terms and we don't stop to define weakness. We also don't think of where we draw our strength and that strength comes in many forms. In this episode, we look at the sources of strength that originate in spirit, soul and body. We redefine strength and weakness bringing the…

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174. Your Daily Fuel - 1 Minute Motivation for Unstoppable Perspective 1:12

4M ago1:12

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This is a daily motivation declaration written by Garrett to listen to as often as needed. This is Garrett's declaration he wrote for himself that is true for anyone following Jesus. You have a plan and purpose for your life. You have to choose purpose one decision at a time. Always remember that TODAY MATTERS! God has given you work to do that he'…

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173. Unlocking Endurance - The 3 Keys To Finish What You Started 59:44

4M ago59:44

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With a new year comes renewed optimism, but there is a reason there is an unofficial holiday known as quitter's day the 2nd Friday in January. Wanting something badly or trying hard is not a reason for success. You need much more than that to finish the race of this year, your goals, and your life. In this episode, we look at the 4 reasons people q…

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172. Launching Into The Greatest Year Of Your Life 32:23

5M ago32:23

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As we approach the New Year, we know that millions of people will be setting resolutions and coming into January with renewed optimism. While we would encourage that mindset, it needs to be done with wisdom. Statistically, most people's resolutions don't make it past February. In this episode, we give you 7 questions that will help you assess the y…

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171. Turning Potential To Reality 52:06

5M ago52:06

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No matter what your age is, you still have potential that is unrealized. That's the way God designed it. "You're only old when you lose your enthusiasm for life" is what Norman Vincent Peale said. In this episode, we walk through the 3 step process we all go through to realize potential. We talk about the key ingredient that determines whether some…

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170. Unlocking Discipline, Consistency & Self-Control 44:21

5M ago44:21

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It's no secret that discipline, consistency, and self-control are important for realizing all that God made you for. However, knowing what to do and actually doing what you know are far different. In this episode, we break down how to create discipline, urgency, consistency, and self-control in your life. We all have stories we are telling ourselve…

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169. The Parenting Blueprint With Scott & Darlene Unclebach - Proven Wisdom For Parents 1:24:50

5M ago1:24:50

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This is an episode we've alluded to from the beginning of the podcast and now it's finally here. Garrett's parents Scott and Darlene Unclebach joined us to share their experience of parenting and share their practical wisdom to help others raise great kids. This episode is absolutely PACKED! In this episode, they share everything from the 3 criteri…

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168. The Parenting Masterclass With Dr Robi Sonderegger, Clinical Psychologist 48:56

6M ago48:56

48:56

THIS EPISODE IS PACKED! Dr Robi Sonderegger is a clinical psychologist of over 25 years and he brought his wisdom, experience, and insights on parenting to this episode that far exceeded the high expectations we had. Whether you've got older kids, younger kids, teenagers, or no kids, this episode will shed light on both how you were parented and gi…

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167. Parenting Basics - The Roles, Responsibility, & Mindset 39:49

6M ago39:49

39:49

Parenting is one of the hardest best things you'll ever do. As the saying goes, kids don't come with a manual. In this 3 part series, we are going to consult with experts and experienced parents that have the proof in their life and get as much wisdom as possible. In this first part, we are laying the foundation for the next 2 episodes where we wil…

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166. Overcomer's Mentality - The Difference Between Success & Failure 40:54

6M ago40:54

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DON'T SLEEP ON THIS EPISODE! This easy to overlook mentality can shift so much in your life. The difference between success and failure is whether you quit or not. So many people quit at the point of inconvenience rather than overcoming and continuing to search for the solution. The overcomer believes there is a solution and they can find it. This …

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165. Lt. Colonel Dave Grossman - On Killing, Violence, PTSD, Sheep Dogs, & Being God's Warrior 1:20:11

6M ago1:20:11

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Dave Grossman was born in Frankfurt Germany and is a retired Lt Colonel in the Army. He is a US Army Ranger, paratrooper, and former West Point Psychology Professor. He has a Black Belt in Hojutsu and has been inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame. In 1995, he wrote On Killing: The Psychological Cost of Learning to Kill in War and Society…

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164. Marriage For Men - The Impossible Wife Episode 1:04:59

7M ago1:04:59

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In the final part of our focus on marriage, we have our wives on to give a woman's view on marriage as well as sharing a number of stories from our own marriages. In this episode, we go into the detail of what it's like when one partner is not showing up as the person you thought you married, how to resolve conflict, the MUSTS of marriage, the role…

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163. Marriage For Men - 3 Lessons Marriage Teaches Best 50:11

7M ago50:11

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Learning is a constant process and some environments are better than others. Marriage provides a unique opportunity and is an incubator for some of the greatest lessons you'll ever learn. In this episode, we talk about the 3 lessons you'll always be learning and how they translate to make you the best in every arena of life. What you learn in your …

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162. Marriage For Men - How Good Or Bad Can It Get? 56:18

7M ago56:18

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Marriage has a lot of negativity towards it in society. With half of marriages failing today it is more common to hear people talk about a marriage lasting rather than thriving. But is that actually God's design for marriage? To just last... As we dive into the first part of our series on marriage, we look at God's design and intent for marriage an…

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161. Breaking Through Limitations - The Poverty Mindset 47:16

7M ago47:16

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There are few things that terminate your potential faster than poor thinking. The problem is that we are often unaware of it because it is learned. Poverty thinking will rob you of opportunities and cause you to make bad decisions because it focuses on what you lack. It causes you to focus on the wrong source. In this episode, we show what the Bibl…

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160. Breaking Through The Most Frustrating Limitation - Purpose & Why You Are Here 53:45

8M ago53:45

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Why? That is the question that has haunted mankind for all of time. Why am I here? If you've ever wondered why you're here and what you're made for, this is for you. In this episode, we go into the most common limiting/wrong beliefs about purpose that keep people frustrated, lacking purpose, and pursuing the wrong things. We show you where purpose …

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159. Breaking Through Your #1 Limitation - Limiting Beliefs & Your Identity 45:42

8M ago45:42

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Everyone has limiting beliefs that are holding them back on a daily basis. A limiting belief is any thought that terminates potential. It is literally all the negative stories in your head that keep you from going all out in growing and developing into all God made you to be. One of the biggest areas people carry negative beliefs is in their own id…

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