Ep 424: How I Lost 1.2 Billion Dollars

Start Your Transformation Now⁠⁠⁠  Being wealthy is not entirely about habits and things to DO to be rich, it’s about a Master Habit. First, habits drive us and what you have and do not have in your life is because of your habits but there is one habit that supersedes all others.In this episode I talk about:[3:02] Why there is one habit that trumps all habits[5:53] The reason that not all habits work for all people[6:45] Why things like “The Rockefeller Habits” do not apply to everyone[8:48] Why no matter great habits you have, they don’t matter….IF[14:53] And, I talk about what MY habits are to attract great prosperity Listen, apply and Enjoy. Transformational Takeaway  MASTER HABIT – Get into the HABIT of habits that move you forward with measurable outcomes. Let’s Connect:  ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠  LIKED THE EPISODE?  If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ so we can reach more people.  Listening on ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠? Please leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!  With gratitude, Jim

Start Your Transformation Now  In this episode of the Transform Your Life from the Inside Out podcast, Jim Fortin shares one of the biggest missed opportunities of his life—how not acting on advice to buy Bitcoin at ten cents a coin cost him $1.2 billion. Through this story, Jim explores the deeper lessons behind missed chances, fear, and procrastination, showing how hesitation keeps us stuck while action opens the door to growth.  This conversation isn’t about regret—it’s about how fear, uncertainty, and waiting for the “perfect time” sabotage us more than bad decisions ever could. Jim explains why opportunities slip away, how to shift your perspective around risk, and why action—even imperfect action—is the only way forward. If you’ve ever looked back and thought, “I should have done that,” this episode will change how you see opportunities and give you the mindset shift you need to stop hesitating and start acting. What You’ll Discover in This Episode:  Why Opportunities Slip Away (02:00) Jim explains how fear and uncertainty cause us to ignore the chances right in front of us.  The Bitcoin Story That Cost $1.2 Billion (08:00) The now-famous moment when Jim was told to buy Bitcoin at ten cents—and why he didn’t.  Fear, Uncertainty, and Procrastination (15:00) Why waiting for the “right time” is the surest way to lose opportunity forever.  How the Past Sabotages the Present (22:00) Your fears and limitations come from the past—and they keep you from acting now.  The Only Time You Have Is Now (25:30) Why opportunities only exist in the present moment, never in the past or future.  Action as Salvation (36:00) Jim’s biggest transformational takeaway: growth only happens when you take action, no matter the outcome.  Listen, apply, and enjoy!  Transformational Takeaway  Action is your salvation. Every moment presents an opportunity, but waiting, fearing, or second-guessing only guarantees loss. When you choose to act—even if the outcome is uncertain—you grow, evolve, and move forward. Don’t wait for tomorrow; it never comes. The time to act is always now.    Let’s Connect:  Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedIn  LIKED THE EPISODE?  If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so we can reach more people.   Listening on Spotify? Please leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!  With gratitude, Jim

Start Your Transformation Now⁠⁠  What does this mean? I first heard this phrase from Eliphas Levi, and 1880s an occultist. I heard it years ago and I incorporated it into my thinking many years ago. It changed my life and it will change yours too. (If you chose to live your life by it.) So, if you’re like most people you may be wondering what it really means? It’s pretty simple. We all have a life force in us. We can call it consciousness, energy, God or whatever you want, but we can direct this life force to do our bidding when we stay out of fear and learn to “channel it” with our attention. Our “will” is a super powerful force…and we can accomplish anything when we learn to use it. For example, has there ever been a time when you “KNEW” you were going to make something happen, and you did? Well, you used your “will” to drive it all. In this episode I talk about your will, how to use it, my years of experience learning to master it and how powerful it can be for you. This is a simple but powerful concept and episode. I share my twenty past years of learning to master will and I teach you in simple steps how you can too. And, when I say small simple steps, it’s literally only one step. Listen, apply and expect miracles in your life when you master your will. Transformational Takeaway  Fear is the idleness of will. Let’s Connect:  ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠  LIKED THE EPISODE?  If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ so we can reach more people.  Listening on ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠? Please leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!  With gratitude, Jim

Start Your Transformation Now  In this inspiring episode of the Transformational Interview Series, Jim speaks with Sarah Johnson, a former TCP student whose journey from fear and self-doubt to authenticity and empowerment will resonate with anyone who’s ever felt “not enough.” Once trapped in comparison and victim mentality, Sarah discovered through TCP how to let go of judgment, stop blaming others, and take full responsibility for her life. The result? A more peaceful mind, a thriving marriage, and a new career aligned with her purpose.  Sarah opens up about the struggles that held her back—fear of judgment, financial scarcity, and a lifelong tendency to please others—and how TCP gave her the tools to finally see her blind spots. She shares how shifting her focus from “What will people think?” to “How can I help others?” unlocked her authentic voice, healed her relationships, and led her to build her own business helping others uncover the hidden gifts in their shadows. If you’ve ever felt stuck in fear, blamed your circumstances, or struggled with money and self-worth, Sarah’s story will show you that transformation is possible when you decide to step fully into responsibility and courage.  What You’ll Discover in This Episode:  Facing the Fear of Being Seen (03:09) How Sarah’s fear of judgment and comparison kept her small—and the simple shift Jim gave her that changed everything.  Letting Go of “What People Think” (08:17) The powerful breakthrough that allowed Sarah to stop ruminating, show up authentically, and care less about outside opinions.  From Blame to Responsibility (09:45) How releasing blame toward her husband and others gave her peace of mind and transformed her marriage.  Money Struggles and Scarcity (21:17) Sarah’s cycle of debt and chasing “the next course”—and how TCP helped her take ownership and turn things around.  Rising Self-Worth (25:16) Her journey from a self-worth score of 2 to a 10, and why taking courageous action made all the difference.  The Gift of Helping Others (27:06) Why her true transformation came from serving others and stepping into her purpose of helping people see their shadows.  Listen, apply, and enjoy!  Transformational Takeaway  Transformation begins when you step out of fear and take full responsibility for your life. Sarah’s story shows that even the deepest patterns of victimhood, blame, and scarcity can be rewritten into empowerment, authenticity, and abundance. The very fears that hold you back are the doorways to your growth—if you’re willing to walk through them.  Let’s Connect:  Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedIn  LIKED THE EPISODE?  If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so we can reach more people.  Listening on Spotify? Please leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!  With gratitude, Jim

Start Your Transformation Now⁠  Fear, a dreadful disease of the mind. The one thing that keeps most people trapped in old ways, old relationships and old circumstances. Fear robs you of possibility and opportunity and it eats away at life like a parasite. One of the most powerful things we can do in this lifetime is to learn to transcend fear. When we do, what’s unknown becomes possible and what was once impossible becomes possible. In this episode I talk about fear from a higher perspective, from beyond simple irrational brain based fear. In this episode I discuss:[3:16] How most fear is related to survival but fearful thoughts are most times simply thinking of the past or future[5:57] Why fear is the cause of all suffering[6:34] Why when you focus on fear in grows in your awareness[8:30] How embracing our own death sets us free from ours fears[10:36] There are brain based fears which are addressed in another episodes, however, most fears are an illusion of the mind[19:21] And, the one paradigm that you can work from that sets you free from fear at the highest level of your being Listen to this episode and shift your perspective on the illusion of fear. Listen, apply, and enjoy!  Transformational Takeaway  Everything always has been, is now and will always be fine. Let’s Connect:  ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠  LIKED THE EPISODE?  If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ so we can reach more people.  Listening on ⁠Spotify⁠? Please leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!  With gratitude, Jim

Start Your Transformation Now  In this powerful episode of the Transformational Interview Series, Jim sits down with Gail Freis, a commercial insurance agent and entrepreneur from Chicago, whose life was turned upside down by an unimaginable tragedy. Four minutes into her wedding ceremony, her fiancé’s sister collapsed and passed away. The ripple effect shattered Gail’s relationship, finances, and self-worth. But through TCP, she rebuilt her life, doubling her income year after year, discovering her true values, and transforming from victim mentality into empowerment and resourcefulness.  Gail candidly shares her struggles with money, scarcity, and self-sabotage, and how TCP helped her uncover subconscious patterns, release victimhood, and step into responsibility. Her story highlights the pivotal role of mindset, boundaries, and self-worth in creating financial freedom and emotional healing.  If you’ve ever felt stuck in scarcity, overwhelmed by tragedy, or trapped in victim thinking, this episode will inspire you to find your resourcefulness and reclaim your power. What You’ll Discover in This Episode:  The Wedding Tragedy That Changed Everything (05:04) How one shocking moment during her wedding ceremony forced Gail into survival mode and became the catalyst for her transformation.  Breaking Free from Victim Mentality (16:00) The subtle ways she lived in victimhood without realizing it—and the moment she finally took full responsibility.  Rewriting Scarcity and Money Stories (18:59) How Gail dismantled her lifelong money struggles and shifted into abundance and resourcefulness.  The $40,000 Lesson (20:30) Why a devastating betrayal became her turning point for never allowing lack or exploitation to control her again.  Doubling Her Income Every Year (25:43) The mindset shifts and responsibility that led Gail to double her income annually since TCP.  Boundaries That Reshape Relationships (27:00) How learning to set boundaries eliminated toxic people and invited healthier connections.  From Scarcity to a Porsche (31:28) How reclaiming self-worth and resourcefulness allowed Gail to create abundance—and even drive her dream car.  Listen, apply, and enjoy!  Transformational Takeaway  Your past tragedies and limiting stories don’t define your future—your choices do. As Gail discovered, freedom begins when you release victimhood, set clear boundaries, and take radical responsibility for how you show up. Transformation isn’t about avoiding pain; it’s about finding the resourcefulness to rise above it and create the life you truly deserve.  Mentioned Resources: https://upskilldevelopmental.com/ https://www.instagram.com/upskilldev/ https://www.instagram.com/gailfreis/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/upskill-developmental/ Let’s Connect:  Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedIn  LIKED THE EPISODE?  If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so we can reach more people.  Listening on Spotify? Please leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!  With gratitude, Jim

Start Your Transformation Now⁠  I know the headline is bold, but it is true. You can Be Do And Have everything you want WHEN you become resourceful enough to create it. Look around you. Look at the millions of people who have created exactly what you want in life. Why have they done this and you have not? Easy, the have become resourceful enough to create it. Most people work backwards. They want resources, and that is often money or something they think they want. The problem with that is that resources come and go but it’s the initial resourcefulness that created the resources in the first place. What does it look like to be resourceful?The definition of resourceful is: Having the ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.The definition of un resourceful is: Not having the ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties. In plain English. It means you give up, quit and make excuses about why you can’t Do, Be or Have what you want in life. As you just read through that, which applies to you? (Even if you don’t want to admit it.) I want you to have more and that is why I created this audio (podcast) titled: You can BE, DO and Have everything you want when you are resourceful. Enjoy it while you’re listening, but more than that…apply the concept and watch your life start changing in the ways you never imagined. The reason you don’t have what you want in life is because you are not being resourceful enough to create it. What dramatic change? BE resourceful! Listen, apply, and enjoy!  Transformational Takeaway  You Can Be, Do And Have Everything You Want When You BEcome Resourceful! Let’s Connect:  ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠  LIKED THE EPISODE?  If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ so we can reach more people.  Listening on ⁠Spotify⁠? Please leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!  With gratitude,  Jim

Start Your Transformation Now  In this inspiring episode of the Transformational Interview Series, Jim sits down with Sally McMurray, a TCP graduate from Sydney, Australia, who turned around three of the biggest areas in her life—health, marriage, and money. From living with Crohn’s disease for over 40 years to being on the brink of divorce and feeling stuck in her business, Sally’s journey is a testament to the power of mindset shifts, responsibility, and self-healing.  Sally opens up about how stress-triggered Crohn’s was controlling her life, the control patterns that nearly destroyed her 30-year marriage, and the fear-based thinking that kept her business small. She shares the pivotal TCP tools—like self-hypnosis, letting go of control, and redefining her identity—that have helped her heal physically, reconnect with her husband, and embrace her business as a true career.  If you’ve ever felt trapped by a diagnosis, stuck in a strained relationship, or overwhelmed by money anxiety, this episode will show you how lasting transformation is possible when you’re willing to be honest with yourself and take action.  What You’ll Discover in This Episode:  Healing Is an Inside Job (07:12) Why calming the mind allowed Sally’s body to finally start healing from a decades-long chronic condition.  Letting Go of Control to Save a Marriage (10:33) How releasing the need to control everything transformed her 30-year relationship.  From Red Hot Mess to Responsibility (12:43) The TCP module that revealed her own patterns—and shifted her from blaming to owning her actions.  Treating Business Like a Career, Not a Hobby (21:02) The mindset shift that helped Sally commit fully to her jewelry business.  Living as a ‘Polished Rock’ (28:24) How letting life’s challenges roll off her has brought true freedom and lightness.  The Power of the TCP Community (34:19) Why support, accountability, and shared breakthroughs accelerate personal transformation.  Listen, apply, and enjoy!  Transformational Takeaway  Your diagnosis, relationship status, or financial situation does not define you—your mindset does. As Sally discovered, lasting change comes from within. By letting go of control, calming your mind, and committing fully to your own growth, you create the space for healing, deeper connection, and greater abundance. Transformation isn’t about avoiding life’s challenges—it’s about meeting them as your most powerful self.  Let’s Connect:  Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedIn  LIKED THE EPISODE?  If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so we can reach more people.  Listening on Spotify? Please leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!  With gratitude, Jim

Start Your Transformation Now⁠  In today’s episode, I’ll continue exploring the profound impact of attachments and why learning to let go is a key to personal growth and true freedom. Building on last week’s conversation, I dive deeper into the idea that everything in life – people, relationships, material things, and even our own beliefs – is temporary. By fully grasping the impermanence of all things, we begin to understand how our attachments can hold us back from experiencing a more fulfilling and joyful life. Throughout this episode, I share personal stories of missed opportunities, valuable lessons, and the ways attachments and fears have affected my own journey. You’ll hear how even seemingly small attachments can have a powerful impact on our happiness and decision-making and why our attachments to comfort and security often keep us from taking meaningful steps forward. I’ll also offer insights into the balance of caring deeply without being controlled by our attachments. By cultivating non-attachment, we free ourselves to live more authentically, embracing each moment without being weighed down by the need to cling or control. Together, we’ll explore practical ways to release what no longer serves us so we can live with greater peace, power, and presence. What You’ll Discover in This Episode: Letting Go of Attachments (00:46): Why releasing attachments to people, places, and things allows us to live more freely and fully. Fear as an Attachment (01:30): Understanding how we can be attached to fear and how this attachment limits our potential. The Cost of Attachment (05:07): Real-life examples that reveal the heavy price of staying attached to familiar yet limiting beliefs and situations. Transforming Attachments into Empowerment (12:16): How to consciously choose attachments that support personal growth and fulfillment rather than those that drain energy and joy. Balancing Care and Non-Attachment (20:40): Finding the balance between caring deeply yet remaining unattached to outcomes. Listen, apply, and enjoy! Transformational Takeaway  When you can be completely at peace with both having something and not having it, you free yourself from the grip of attachment. This balance opens up a pathway to true spiritual evolution, allowing you to live a life rooted in choice rather than control. By releasing the fear of loss, you unlock a deeper sense of inner peace and create the space for joy, fulfillment, and authentic power. Embracing non-attachment isn’t about detachment from life—it’s about finding freedom within it.  Let’s Connect:  ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠  LIKED THE EPISODE?  If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ so we can reach more people.  Listening on ⁠Spotify⁠? Please leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!  With gratitude,  Jim

Start Your Transformation Now  In this inspiring episode of the Transformational Interview Series, Jim sits down with Roel Van Oostenbruggen, a TCP graduate who transformed his life by confronting his deepest fears. From feeling the pressure to “do it right” to overcoming lifelong patterns of anxiety and self-doubt, Roel’s story is a raw, relatable look at what it takes to break free from fear-driven living and reclaim your personal power.  Roel shares how his fear showed up in hidden ways—in his marriage, parenting, money mindset, and even in starting his business—and how TCP gave him the tools to finally stop letting fear dictate his choices. You’ll hear the pivotal moments when he recognized that anger was masking fear, the mindset shifts that allowed him to become more present with his family, and how embracing discomfort opened the door to authentic confidence and connection.  If you’ve ever let fear keep you from living fully—or doubted your ability to change—this conversation will show you that transformation is possible when you’re willing to see yourself clearly and step into your power.  What You’ll Discover in This Episode:  The “Stick Behind the Door” Approach to Showing Up Fully (03:13) Why investing in yourself creates the commitment needed for deep transformation.  From Perfectionism to Progress (07:32) How Roel broke free from the need to “do it right” and started embracing growth over perfection.  Recognizing Fear in Disguise (10:19) The moment Roel realized that his anger was actually fear—and how that awareness changed everything.  How Facing Fear Strengthened His Marriage and Parenting (17:58) The surprising ways personal transformation improved his relationship and parenting presence.  The Turning Point in His Business Confidence (27:07) How he stopped avoiding self-promotion and began naturally attracting clients.  Why Pressure Can Be the Forge for Your Potential (28:14) Reframing pressure as a growth tool instead of something to avoid.  The Master Thought Formula in Action (31:09) How Roel used this TCP tool to handle a stressful business situation with clarity and calm.  Listen, apply, and enjoy!  Transformational Takeaway  Fear will rob you of your highest potential if you let it. As Roel discovered, the key isn’t to eliminate fear—it’s to stop making decisions from it. When you recognize fear for what it is and choose to act from your values instead, you step into your true power. Life becomes less about avoiding discomfort and more about leaning into it, knowing you have the strength to handle whatever comes your way.  Let’s Connect:  Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedIn  LIKED THE EPISODE?  If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so we can reach more people.  Listening on Spotify? Please leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!  With gratitude, Jim