How to Build Momentum Without Burning Out ; Unhinged Habits w Jon Goodman

Paul talks with Robert Glazer about why so many ambitious people struggle to sustain success over time.BOOK A FREE STRATEGY SESSION WITH PAULBOOK A FREE STRATEGY SESSION WITH PAULRather than focusing on hustle or motivation, the conversation centers on capacity—the physical, mental, and emotional resources required to maintain performance without burning out.Topics include:Why hard work eventually hits a ceilingHow to know your core values, and what to do with that informationWhy recovery is essential for long-term growthRethinking ambition through a longevity lensA thoughtful conversation for anyone trying to build success that lasts.Robert's new book The Compass Within

In this episode, Paul talks with Blake Lefkoe about the role beliefs play in shaping behavior, emotions, and identity.Rather than focusing on habits or motivation, this conversation explores how beliefs are formed, why they feel so real, and how they can quietly limit progress—even when people are highly capable and committed.Topics include:How beliefs are created from experienceWhy beliefs feel factual rather than interpretiveThe link between beliefs, emotions, and behaviorWhy insight doesn’t automatically lead to changeHow to loosen the grip of limiting beliefsThis episode offers a compassionate, psychologically grounded approach to personal change.Blake's Website

This is part two of Paul’s conversation with Jon Goodman.Get your copy of Unhinged Habits NOWGet your copy of Unhinged Habits NOWGet your copy of Unhinged Habits NOWBuilding on part one, this episode explores how real change actually happens—not through endless consistency, but through intentional seasons of focus, exploration, and recovery.Jon explains why humans are wired for cycles, how modern life disrupts that rhythm, and how embracing intensity temporarily can lead to more sustainable progress long-term.Topics include:Why balance isn’t a permanent stateThe difference between finite and infinite goalsDynamic stability and mental healthExploration as a skillA 30-day framework for meaningful changeA practical, grounded conversation for anyone feeling burned out or stuck.

In part one of this two-part conversation, Paul sits down with Jon Goodman to challenge some of the most common assumptions about work, passion, and productivity.Get your copy of "Unhinged Habits"Get your copy of "Unhinged Habits"Get your copy of "Unhinged Habits"Instead of pushing for clarity, optimization, or a perfectly defined purpose, this episode explores what happens when people allow themselves to slow down, explore, and stop forcing alignment before it naturally emerges.This conversation is about permission—permission to be uncertain, to evolve, and to separate your identity from your output.Topics include:Why your job doesn’t need to define youThe trap of monetizing everything you enjoyHow productivity culture fuels burnoutWhy curiosity beats certaintyReframing success as something seasonalThis episode lays the groundwork for part two, where the focus shifts toward action, seasons of intensity, and sustainable momentum.

Why does life feel so exhausting—even when nothing is technically “wrong”?In this solo episode, Paul explores a simple but uncomfortable truth: most of our suffering comes from wanting reality to be different than it is.Drawing from Buddhism, Stoicism, Hindu philosophy, Christianity, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Paul explains why acceptance is not resignation—and why it’s actually the foundation for real change.At the center of the episode is the Hourglass of Life metaphor:The past contains infinite storiesThe future holds infinite possibilitiesBut the present is a narrow choke point where reality can only be one wayAnd fighting that reality is a losing game.Why happiness becomes impossible when tied to outcomesDesire vs attachment (and why people confuse them)The illusion of emotional controlHow acceptance restores agency and energyWhy detaching from outcomes doesn’t kill motivationHow to pursue change without sufferingTopics Covered:

What does it actually mean to live a fulfilling life?Instead of trying to define fulfillment—which looks different for everyone—this episode uses a powerful mental model called inversion to clarify what not to do.Drawing from Charlie Munger’s decision-making philosophy, Paul outlines four behaviors that virtually guarantee an unfulfilled life—and then flips them to reveal what fulfillment is really built on.📎 Resources:Charlie Munger on inversionRelated episodes: Seasons of Change and GrowthBook a free coaching session (limited availability)

Life doesn’t ask for permission before it disrupts your plans. And when it does, happiness alone won’t carry you through.In this episode of Change Made Easy, Paul talks with leadership coach and author Matt Kutz about the deeper concept of joy—how it differs from happiness, why it matters more, and how it becomes a stabilizing force when life delivers uncertainty, loss, or pain.Matt shares personal insight from navigating cancer treatment while continuing to lead, write, and create, offering a grounded, honest perspective on resilience without platitudes.Joy vs happiness: inside-out vs outside-inWhy control is an illusion (and why that’s freeing)The role of adversity in personal growthWhy resistance and stress are necessary for strengthHow meaning is built through action, not avoidanceThe EPIC framework: excellence, perception, inspiration, compassion

You can’t plant in winter, harvest in spring, or force a seed to grow before its time. And yet, most people treat their personal development like a farm they can cram for. In this episode, Paul breaks down the essential idea that your life has seasons—periods of growth, periods of maintenance, and periods of survival—and how recognizing your season changes everything.Why people burn out when they try to “grow” during a survival seasonHow to reframe stagnation as progress when you’re carrying a heavy loadThe subtle mindset shift that helps you stop beating yourself upWhat Stephen Covey got right about natural systemsHow to work with your internal seasons instead of against themWhy “treading water” sometimes is winningWhat happens when you try to juggle 15 balls instead of 10How to identify what season you’re truly in so you can act accordinglyIf you want more growth with less resistance, this episode is your blueprint.In This Episode:

In a world engineered for obesity, how do you take back control of your health?In this episode of Change Made Easy, Paul sits down with Dr. Pavi Kundhal—bariatric surgeon and mindful eating advocate—to unpack the deeper reasons people struggle with weight and why it’s not just about eating less and moving more.Together, they explore how environment, stress, emotional regulation, and unconscious behaviors shape our eating choices more than we realize—and what to do about it.💡 You’ll Learn:What the term “obesogenic environment” really meansWhy convenience and stress are silently driving your hungerThe role of emotional eating as a search for controlHow GLP-1 drugs (like Ozempic) work—and why they aren’t the full solutionTools like the Broccoli Test, mindful eating, journaling, and meditation to rewire your habits🎯 Actionable Takeaways:Practice mindfulness before mealsAsk yourself: “Would I eat broccoli right now?”Start journaling your hunger triggers (physical vs. emotional)Set a timer before you eat—build the space for awareness📎 Resources:Related episode; Everything Is FunctionalPaul’s newsletter for free tips and guidanceWork with Paul 1-on-1

Most people are in “quitting season” from Thanksgiving to New Year’s. But what if you used this time to build momentum, not lose it?In this solo episode, Paul shares five specific, action-oriented steps that can help you end the year strong and build habits that last well into the new one. You don’t need more discipline—you need a better system.🎯 What You’ll Learn:Why adding food works better than cutting it outHow reading nutrition labels gives you power and clarityWhy planning your fitness first changes everythingHow to stop letting screen time control your scheduleThe role of excitement and intrinsic motivation in habit success✅ Quick Summary of the Five Actions:Eat more (nutrient-dense food) instead of just eating lessRead nutrition labels—become an informed eaterPlan your week with fitness first, not lastControl your content consumption (scroll less, do more)Let excitement guide your actions, not obligationBook a 1:1 coaching call