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• 607: How to Live and Love Fully with John O'Leary

  When life knocks us down or tragedy strikes us or our loved ones, it’s easy to think life is unfair and wonder, “Why me?”  But what if your greatest challenges—past and present—are actually divine opportunities for growth and contribution? My good friend, John O’Leary, knows this better than most. At just 9 years old, a gas can exploded, burning 100% of his body, and he was given virtually zero chance of survival. Yet he not only survived, he thrived, and has shared his inspiring story with millions of people around the world.  And if that wasn’t enough, his life story was told in the new Sony Pictures film, Soul on Fire, which was released last week. I took my wife and teenage kids to see it, and we all agreed that it is literally one of the best movies we have ever seen! In today’s podcast episode, John joins me to share many heartfelt life lessons he learned from his father (who passed away 15 days after watching the movie), and he gives the backstory on one of the most powerful things his dad ever said: “I love you, and there’s nothing you can do about it.”  You’ll hear how John turned his pain into purpose and suffering into a life of service and gratitude. From learning to say “yes” to being used for good, to discovering that real heroes are the people who show up and ask for nothing in return in our darkest moments. John’s sincerity and wisdom may move you to tears, and hopefully inspire you to see your biggest challenges as divine opportunities for growth and contribution.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Powerful Life Lessons John Learned From His Dad The Power of Presence and Loving People Where They Are A Different Way To Go Through Life and Face Death Why Ordinary People Are the Real Heroes Saying “Yes” to Being Used for Good Being of Service to Others Unlocks Fulfillment Imagine Yourself Starting Every Interaction with Love The Mindset Shift From Victimhood to Victor John’s Message for Anyone Struggling With Pain or Regret Why Soul on Fire Is a Movie Everyone Needs to See Three Words from John’s Dad: “What a Gift” Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/607 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Copyright © 2025 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC

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• 606: Stop Settling (The Mediocrity Intervention)

  Do you ever find yourself going through life on autopilot—settling for routines, habits, and outcomes that fall short of what you truly want? Without even realizing it, we often accept mediocrity in our health, relationships, work, or personal growth by telling ourselves it’s “good enough” or “better than most.” ​ When we look back on our lives, the last thing anyone wants is to be overwhelmed with regret, wishing we had done things differently, that we hadn’t settled for less, and instead lived in alignment with what mattered most. As a follow-up to last week’s episode, today I’m sharing The Mediocrity Intervention: a five-step process to help you recognize where you’re falling short of what matters most and how to rise above it. I’ll walk you through the five (5) universal reasons we settle and give five simple steps to break free and realign with your highest potential. ​ Mediocrity isn’t an insult—it’s a reality check. And my hope is that this episode will inspire you to raise your standards and take the first step by committing to stopping the pursuit of mediocrity and making excellence your baseline to live an extraordinary life. KEY TAKEAWAYS What mediocrity really means (and why it’s not an insult) The five universal reasons we settle for less than we want How comfort zone addiction and short-term gratification keep us stuck Why lack of clarity leads to “good enough” instead of extraordinary The five-step Mediocrity Intervention to rise above settling Why courage is the antidote to mediocrity Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/606 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Copyright © 2025 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC

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• 605: Identifying and Living What Matters Most

  If someone asked you if your family, health, or relationships are your top priorities, you’d likely say, “Of course!”. But would your calendar or eating habits tell a different story? Today, I’m going to walk you through a simple three-step process to help you identify, affirm, and live in alignment with what matters most to you. This idea was inspired by a speech I gave at a mastermind, where I felt called to speak not about books or business, but about life’s most important priorities. I’ll share some of my own struggles with being hyper-focused on work and the powerful lessons I learned during my battle with cancer that forced me to reevaluate everything. My hope is that this episode inspires you to pause and reflect on your own life. I encourage you to set aside 10 minutes today to write down what matters most to you, why it matters, and one small change you can make this week to align your schedule with your values. Taking these simple steps now will help to ensure that years from now, you can look back on your life with pride, not regret. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Universal Priorities That Matter Most  Why Many People Say Family Comes First—But Live Out of Alignment The Story That Sparked the Front Row Dads Movement How My Cancer Journey Helped Redefine My Daily Choices and Routines The Three-Step Affirmation Formula for Living Your Priorities Identifying and Living What Matters Most Prevents End-of-Life Regret Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/605 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Copyright © 2025 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC

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• 604: How to Grow and Monetize Your Personal Brand with Rory Vaden

  When most personal brands fail to achieve their full potential, it’s not because the message isn’t valuable; it’s generally because the focus is diluted, the strategy is scattered, and the mission gets lost in the noise.  Most entrepreneurs are trying to be everywhere at once, chasing multiple income streams, or mistake branding for self-promotion. The result? Limited results and a message that never reaches the people who need it most. And as you’ll hear from today’s guest, “The Best Form of Marketing Is A Changed Life.” Rory Vaden is a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, bestselling author of Wealthy and Well-Known (get the audiobook FREE here), and co-founder of Brand Builders Group. His clients include leaders such as Lewis Howes, Ed Mylett, Amy Porterfield, and John Maxwell, and his expertise helps mission-driven messengers turn their reputation into revenue without compromising their purpose. In our conversation, Rory shares why personal branding is first and foremost a spiritual mission, how service (not self-promotion) is the key to long-term success, and why multiple streams of income is the wrong strategy when you’re starting out. You’ll also learn the five proven ways to monetize a personal brand, why fear is a signal of self-centeredness, and how clarity of mission removes fear altogether. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Best Form of Marketing Is A Changed Life Rory’s Definition of Personal Branding  Our Deepest Purpose In Life Is From Helping Others Your Power is Serving The Person You Used to Be Why Most Personal Brands Struggle to Make Money The Law of Reciprocity: You Will Get Paid Eventually How You’ll Know If You’re Being Self-Centered Why Multiple Streams of Income Is the Wrong Advice When You Focus On Just One Thing At A Time The Five (5) Ways to Monetize a Personal Brand The DARES Framework for The Perfect Business Model How to Get Rory’s Free Audiobook Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/604 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Copyright © 2025 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC

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• 603: How to Build Emotional Intelligence and Transform Every Area of Your Life with Dr. Travis Bradberry

  If there’s one hidden force sabotaging your health, happiness, relationships, energy, and productivity, it’s your emotions. Most of us were never taught how to manage them, which leaves us stressed, reactive, and held back from the life we want. Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the key to changing that. My guest today is Dr. Travis Bradberry—bestselling author of Emotional Intelligence 2.0 and The New Emotional Intelligence, with over 5 million books sold and a following of 2.6 million on LinkedIn. Recognized as the world’s leading expert on EQ, his research has helped millions unlock greater success and fulfillment. In this conversation, Dr. Bradberry unpacks the science and strategies of emotional intelligence—from the “anger funnel,” to perspective shifts, to why you can’t increase your EQ without first increasing your self-awareness. You’ll discover how EQ impacts stress, happiness, conflict, and energy—and how small, repeatable behaviors can literally rewire your brain and put you on the path to a higher EQ. KEY TAKEAWAYS Why Emotional Intelligence Matters More Than Ever How Our Brains Give Emotions the Upper Hand Tools to Rewire Emotional Pathways The Role of EQ in Stress Management Two Ways That EQ Impacts Happiness The Difference Between IQ and EQ Why EQ Is the Antidote to Stress The Power of Perspective Shifts Why Self-Awareness Is the Foundation of EQ Relationship Management: Losing Battles to Win Wars Simple Phrases That Rewire Your Brain Integrating EQ into Your Miracle Morning Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/603 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Copyright © 2025 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC

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