When Life Gets in the Way: Finding Courage After Tragedy

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes How to Beat Overwhelm When Life Gets Heavy September 16, 2025 | Episode 5182 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description We're not staying in that down state. Scott tackles the big problem this week - overwhelm - and delivers a five-step system to pull yourself out of the mud when life feels heavy. This isn't about ignoring what's happening around you. It's about refusing to let overwhelm take root in your mind while you figure out what's real and what you can actually control. Get ready for some straight talk about stepping away, stepping back in, and taking action that actually moves you forward. Featured Story Scott shares his personal approach to handling the weight of current events and overwhelming situations. He talks about his recent visit to church, seeking comfort and hope during heavy times. The story reveals how even motivational coaches get hit by life's punches, but the key is developing the capacity to absorb information, process it, and move forward without staying down for more than a day or two. Important Points Create purposeful space for processing instead of letting overwhelm happen by chance - step away, breathe, and give yourself room to think. Most worries won't come true, so focus on distinguishing between real concerns that need action and manufactured anxiety that deserves no energy. Action fixes almost anything, but make sure your actions contribute positively rather than adding to the chaos through fighting and arguing. Memorable Quotes "If I get to be remembered for anything at all, it will be that this dude just kept showing up, kept punching and punching in the most positive ways." "If the worry is not real, there's no more required." "When you step out and start helping other people and uplift them a little bit, you will change." Scott's Three-Step Approach Step away and create space for thinking - don't just absorb everything happening around you without processing it purposefully. Gather the information you need to get true perspective on what's actually happening versus what people are telling you is happening. Focus on minimal viable fixes within your control instead of trying to solve problems that are way above your pay grade. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: [email protected] Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes When Life Gets in the Way: Finding Courage After Tragedy September 15, 2025 | Episode 5171 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description This Monday hits different, doesn't it? Scott opens up about processing last week's tragic events and how life has a way of throwing curveballs when we least expect them. He takes you through his personal journey of unpacking tragedy, from losing his first wife to witnessing how people respond when fear meets faith. You'll discover why struggle might actually be a good sign and how normal life continues even in the midst of chaos. Scott shares his three life rules that have replaced almost everything else and why he believes good always wins in the end. Featured Story Scott gets real about pulling down a podcast he'd already recorded five times because something told him at 11:30 PM that he wasn't ready yet. He shares his weekend experience shopping with his wife for a wedding dress while thousands of people went about their normal lives, finding traffic jams and sweet treats at the mall even in the midst of national tragedy. The story weaves through his realization that what we're witnessing is really about identity and worldview - people fighting for who they are based on their life experiences. It's a raw, honest look at how we process the unthinkable. Important Points Your struggle to figure out what's right probably means you're going to get there - it's the people who aren't struggling that should worry us. What's happening right now is a values issue where millions of people are fighting for their identity based on their belief systems and life experiences. The only thing standing between evil and good in this world is you and me, and that door tragedy opens might be exactly what we've been looking for. Memorable Quotes "Life begins when you move, but then life freaking gets in the way." "If you're struggling, you know what's right. You probably just haven't accepted it yet." "Without courage, every other virtue fails. Courage is what turns conviction into action and sacrifice into legacy." Scott's Three-Step Approach Always try to do the right thing, and if you mess up, say you're sorry and try again until you get it right. Be nice and cool to people, especially when you see them struggling, because maybe your job is to help them through the process. Don't be an asshole - when logic breaks down and emotion takes over, resist the urge to get loud and slam doors. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: [email protected] Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes MAPSS Blueprint for Getting Results That Stick September 12, 2025 | Episode 5180 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Happy Friday! Scott's fired up about sharing his proven MAP system that's helped people crush their goals for over 20 years. Whether you're tackling weight loss, making more money, or any other project, this five-step blueprint will keep you on track when motivation gets shaky. Scott breaks down each letter of his MAP system with real-world examples from his own fitness journey. No fluff, no complicated theories—just a straightforward approach that works. Time to stop setting goals you never look at again and start building something that lasts. Featured Story Scott shares his personal weight loss journey, from hitting 250 pounds to maintaining his target weight for 25 years using the MAP system. He gets real about his simple approach: 1600 calories a day, gym four days a week, and weighing himself twice daily to stay accountable. His story proves that sustainable results don't require perfect plans—they require consistent systems. Scott's honest about being "really good at gaining weight" but shows how the right framework keeps him on track year after year. Important Points Motivation starts with knowing "what" before "why"—if you have a strong what, the why will naturally follow and give you the power to keep going. Accountability means the buck stops with you, whether it's a personal or business goal—other people can support you, but you must hold yourself responsible for results. Systemization makes success effortless by eliminating daily decisions—once you lock in your routine, you just keep rolling without constantly choosing what to do next. Memorable Quotes "If you're running into these things where you're just doing it with zero motivation, that's kind of called a job. And if you're doing that voluntarily, that's called silly." "Why would you set the damn goal and go to work on it if you're not going to hold yourself accountable to do it?" "We don't want to do what's hard, it should be fun and easy. And when you make it sustainable, that's the key to happiness in life." Scott's Three-Step Approach Write your motivation for any project you're starting—get crystal clear on what you want and why it matters to you before taking action. Create a simple plan that you can actually follow—don't overcomplicate it, just outline the basic steps you need to take consistently. Build a system that eliminates daily decisions—lock in your routine so tightly that you never have to debate whether to do it or not. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: [email protected] Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes How to Build Your Bridge to Real Change September 11, 2025 | Episode 5179 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott shares his mind-blowing experience at a Christian worship conference with 2,500 leaders and reveals the life-changing bridge concept he uses with every coaching client. This isn't your typical "just make a plan" advice. Scott breaks down the real reason most people get stuck halfway to their goals and why timing your leap matters more than you think. If you've ever started something and never finished it, or jumped too soon and crashed, this episode will change how you approach any major life transition. Featured Story Scott stepped way outside his comfort zone at a four-and-a-half-day worship conference, spending 15 hours in what he calls "a highly meditative state." This unexpected experience with 2,500 worship leaders opened his eyes to the power of surrounding yourself with like-minded people heading in the same direction. Even though he's still processing what happened, the lesson was clear: sometimes you've got to dive into tribes that align with your growth, even when you're not "over the top" about everything they do. Important Points Meet yourself where you are right now, not where you used to be or where you want to be, because that's the only place real change can begin. Build a peaceful, stable foundation in your current life before attempting any major transition, or you'll end up with two unstable messes instead of one. The magic happens at about 70% completion when you have enough momentum to make the leap, but most people either quit too early or wait too long. Memorable Quotes "Meet yourself where you are. Because a lot of y'all are reaching back in time with the person you used to be. And some of y'all are stuck on who you want to be." "I work with stable people. I don't work with unstable people." "Build your bridge, stand up, take a step, repeat. Just keep going until you get the other side. Easy peasy." Scott's Three-Step Approach Stabilize your current foundation by getting bills paid, life organized, and creating a peaceful base where you are today before making any major moves. Research and begin building the foundation for where you want to go, whether that's school, a new career, or major life change, and start putting pieces in motion. Wait until you're about 70% ready, then take the leap with enough momentum and stability to succeed on both sides of your bridge. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: [email protected] Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Your Average Perfect Day Changes Everything September 10, 2025 | Episode 5178 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott kicks things off with a perfect gym encounter that set the tone for discussing one of his most powerful concepts. After taking a month off, he ran into his buddy Billy and had an amazing conversation that represents what makes a day perfect. This episode dives deep into creating your "Average Perfect Day" - the philosophy that built this entire podcast. Scott shares how his first wife's passing at 46 sparked his decision to live life completely on his terms, and why having pretty good days consistently creates an awesome life. Featured Story Scott opens up about the personal story behind this podcast's creation. Long before the "laptop lifestyle" became trendy, he decided he didn't want to work for anyone else or follow traditional schedules. His wife's death at 46 became the catalyst for his "to hell with that, I'm living my way" mindset. This raw honesty about choosing freedom over security sets the stage for understanding why the Average Perfect Day concept works so powerfully. It's not just theory - it's how Scott has lived for 25 years. Important Points The Average Perfect Day concept works because if you have pretty good days consistently, your life becomes pretty good on average - it's that straightforward. You're programming your subconscious mind by writing down detailed, contextual descriptions of your ideal day from morning to night, focusing on experiences rather than material things. Most people wear "masks" throughout their day (dad mask, work mask, weekend mask) that aren't authentic, which is why they're always searching for something else. Memorable Quotes "I looked at her dying at 46 years old. I said, well, to hell with that. I'm going to live it my way." "The whole goal here is not to be irresponsible. The whole goal here is to be in control and just say, you know what? Hey, I am the boss of me." "In a year or two or three, you're going to look at your life and say, wait a second, this looks a whole lot like what I wrote down three years ago." Scott's Three-Step Approach Sit down in a quiet spot and write a detailed, contextual narrative of your perfect day from morning to night, focusing on experiences and how things feel rather than material possessions. Follow the two essential rules: no limitations (write down anything that pops into your mind) and no consequences (don't worry about what might happen if you actually did these things). After writing your first draft, step away for a couple days, then come back and make adjustments - you won't get it right the first time, and that's perfectly fine. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: [email protected] Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes You Already Know How to Make That Decision September 9, 2025 | Episode - 5177 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott's back from an intense conference and fired up about decision making! Fresh off four and a half days of non-stop conversations, he's diving into why you're probably overthinking every choice you face. The truth? You already know how to make decisions. You've got the wisdom, the experience, and the inner knowledge to figure out just about anything. Scott breaks down why we get stuck on the fence and how to tap into that decision-making superpower you were born with. Featured Story Scott takes us on a journey through the hero's journey - yes, like in the movies! He connects how every blockbuster film mirrors your decision-making process. From being a "hot mess" with a problem to eventually rising up and winning the day, Scott shows how taking action (even imperfect action) leads to the wisdom you need to make better decisions. Plus, he confesses his own decision-making kryptonite: restaurants with too many choices! Important Points You already possess the wisdom to make most decisions if you're over 25 years old and have lived through enough life experiences. Decision-making is your most dynamic tool in your personal growth toolkit, and the ability to decide quickly and accurately is incredibly powerful. Getting into action mode helps you gather the information needed to make logical decisions, rather than sitting on the fence getting "splinters on your butt." Memorable Quotes "I actually believe that you pretty much know how to make a decision. I think you have all the information you need to make a decision." "Decision-making is the most dynamic tool you have in your personal growth toolkit." "Everything you do has already been figured out. Your job is simply to get those emotions aside and get into action mode." Scott's Three-Step Approach Lean on your inner wisdom and the experience you've gained over your lifetime instead of trying to reinvent the wheel. Get into action mode by taking steps toward what you want to figure out, which will help you gather the information needed for logical decisions. Stop sitting on the fence and choose action over analysis paralysis, trusting that you'll figure it out as you go. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: [email protected] Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Feedback Model For Life Success September 8, 2025 | Episode 5176 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott kicks things off with an apology for forgetting his signature "happy Friday" greeting, then dives into his personal framework for measuring progress on any goal. He calls it the Expectation Loop Feedback Model—a simple but powerful system borrowed from engineering that can transform how you approach everything from weight loss to relationships. This isn't just theory. Scott breaks down exactly how this circular process works and why most people abandon their goals instead of adjusting them. Plus, he shares the "love it or leave it decision point" that determines whether you push forward or cut your losses. Featured Story Scott opens up about meeting his wife Joy and how his expectation loop played out in real time. He knew immediately "that's mine" but had to navigate expectations, observations, and discrepancies along the way. What started as his confident pursuit ended with the realization that marriage meant he belonged to her just as much. It's a perfect example of how the model works in relationships—and how our expectations can flip completely once we get what we thought we wanted. Important Points The Expectation Loop Feedback Model works like app development: set expectations, observe results, notice discrepancies, make changes, and repeat the cycle. Most people fail because they stop measuring their progress and abandon goals instead of making small iterative adjustments along the way. Every goal reaches a "love it or leave it decision point" where you either commit fully, pivot your approach, or cut your losses and move on to something new. Memorable Quotes "You have to measure to get progress. You have to know what you're doing." "How many things are you not keeping up with that are just floating around in the background?" "At some point you get to the point where you realize—darn it, I did what I thought I was going to do." Scott's Three-Step Approach Set clear expectations for what you want to achieve and by when, then write them where you'll see them daily. Observe your actual results consistently and measure the gap between what you expected and what's really happening. Make one small change based on what you learned, reset your expectations if needed, and repeat the cycle until you hit your "love it or leave it" decision point. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: [email protected] Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Why Your Dreams Are Sitting On The Shelf September 5, 2025 | Episode 5175 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott's back with his signature no-nonsense approach to life's biggest challenge: actually getting what you want. Drawing from his colorful past in radio and film, he breaks down why 99% of everything is BS, but that golden 1% will change everything. This episode delivers Scott's philosophy in spades: do more of what you love, less of what you hate. Sounds simple? It's not. But Scott's got a framework that works, and he's fired up to share it. Featured Story Scott opens up about his daughter's panic when her second child arrived, thinking she was the first person ever to handle two kids under three. Classic parenting reality check! He uses this relatable moment to illustrate how we overcomplicate things that millions have figured out before us. His story connects perfectly to the bigger picture: life throws curveballs, but there's always a simple process to navigate through the chaos and get what you really want. Important Points Life requires making quick decisions daily, and your maturity as a human shines through your ability to decide fast and move forward. Aimless wandering and being a "walking generality" is exhausting and frustrating - you must define your path clearly before you can walk it. Dreams sitting on shelves don't pay bills or change lives; deployment means putting your plan into action, period. Memorable Quotes "The world is filled with all kinds of crazy challenges every single day. We'll figure it out." "Everything begins with a decision to head off in a new direction. Literally cut off any other options." "Can I tell you how many dreams I see sitting on the shelf?" Scott's Three-Step Approach Decide - Make the decision to head in a new direction and cut off other options, even when people around you resist the change. Define - Get specific about your path instead of wandering aimlessly; start with this afternoon rather than waiting for the perfect 18-month plan. Deploy and Defend - Put your plan into action immediately, then protect what you've built because something will always try to take it away. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: [email protected] Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Time for a Clutter Intervention September 4, 2025 | Episode 5174 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott calls an intervention on the clutter that's taking over your life. He's seen your basement, your garage with that classic car on bricks, and frankly, your brain is just as cluttered. After 20 years of podcasting and coaching, I've learned something crucial: we're all hoarders, especially when it comes to the stuff rattling around in our heads. Time to clear out what's holding you back so you can make room for what you actually want. Featured Story Scott shares his observations from visiting listeners' homes and meeting coaching clients in person. From Florida garages packed with northern transplants' belongings to classic cars collecting dust on bricks, the physical clutter mirrors what's happening upstairs. But here's the kicker - most people who come to him for business coaching end up needing relationship help first. You can't enjoy that 30K monthly goal if your spouse can't stand you because you're working yourself to death. Important Points Humans are natural hoarders, and we hang onto mental clutter just like we do physical stuff - everything you've ever done becomes part of who you are. You're clinging to what worked well before, but it needs to go so you can create space for what you actually want to do next. Every time you solve one problem, you create another problem - that's just how growth works, so embrace the chaos instead of fighting it. Memorable Quotes "Humans are hoarders and that's you." "If you don't know your purpose, your purpose is to go find your purpose." "Everything you've ever done, everything you've ever owned is part of who you are, and it's going to hang out back there." Scott's Three-Step Approach Ask yourself how you'd feel if you dropped everything holding you back right now - notice that little smile creeping across your face. Give yourself a 30-day cooling off period on whatever popped into your mind during this episode, but lean forward into the possibility instead of going backward. Stop questioning whether you should make the change - if you keep asking "should I," the answer is you already know you want to drop it. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: [email protected] Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes 10 Simple Rules That'll Make Your Life Way Better September 3, 2025 | Episode 5173 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Sometimes the best advice comes from the heart, and Scott's fired up to share his 10 life-changing rules that actually work. Forget chasing happiness—it's fleeting and unpredictable. Instead, Scott dives into practical wisdom that'll help you find contentment and joy in the everyday chaos. From doing what makes your heart sing to keeping things beautifully simple, these aren't just feel-good concepts. They're battle-tested strategies that'll shift how you approach relationships, challenges, and your own expectations. Ready to stop complicating life and start living it better? Featured Story Scott gets real about his creative process, sharing how he threw away six perfectly good podcast recordings because something just wasn't right. Even though his voice was already shot and it meant starting over completely, he knew he had to deliver his authentic self to listeners. That moment of inspiration—choosing to do it right over doing it easy—perfectly captures what it means to follow your heart even when logic says otherwise. It's a powerful reminder that sometimes the best decisions feel crazy in the moment but create magic in the long run. Important Points Happiness is fleeting, but contentment and joy can be cultivated through intentional choices and authentic living. Meeting people where they are in life requires getting out of your own head and letting relationships develop naturally over time. Everything truly is fixable when you approach challenges with the right mindset and willingness to adapt. Memorable Quotes "Do what makes your heart sing. Don't hurt anybody. Just do what makes your heart sing." "Everything's fixable if you have the right mindset." "Figure stuff out. Don't freak out." Scott's Three-Step Approach Choose one thing that makes your heart sing and commit to doing it this week, even if it seems impractical. Identify the most complicated area of your life and write three ways to simplify it immediately. Practice meeting one person exactly where they are today without trying to change or fix them. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: [email protected] Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices