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Daily Boost — Clear Thinking for Real Life

Daily Boost — Clear Thinking for Real Life

By: Scott Smith
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 The Daily Boost is a real-life conversation about thinking clearly, living well, and navigating the world without losing your sense of humor—or yourself. Hosted by longtime coach and broadcaster Scott Smith, the show feels less like traditional personal growth and more like finally talking about life the way thoughtful adults actually experience it. Scott has a rare ability to go deep without getting heavy—covering money, work, faith, purpose, relationships, and the world around us—while keeping the conversation human, honest, and often surprisingly light. This isn’t personal growth as performance—it’s personal growth, grown up. Each episode is recorded within 24 hours of release with no scripts, no hype, and no agenda. Just real perspective delivered in a way that helps you feel heard, think more clearly, and make choices that actually make your life work better. Episodes run about 15 minutes and stand alone, making them easy to fit into your day and worth revisiting when you need perspective. Many listeners say it feels like the conversation they wish more people were willing to have—especially with their kids. Now in its 20th year, with over 5,000 episodes and more than 130 million downloads, The Daily Boost has become a trusted daily companion for people who want real wisdom without the theater. Learn more about coaching and masterminds at motivationtomove.comCopyright 2026 • Motivation To Move, LLC • All Rights Reserved Worldwide. Economics Hygiene & Healthy Living Personal Development Personal Success
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  • Staying in Control When You Feel Out of Control

    Staying in Control When You Feel Out of Control
    Feb 16 2026
    Ever had your brain just go blank at the worst possible moment? You can see where you need to go, but you have no idea how to get there. I had this happen at 3,000 feet while flying my daughter home from college. The airport was right in front of me, but I was completely disoriented. Terrifying. What I did next saved the day. In this episode, I share the three-rule framework pilots use in moments of confusion that works just as well when your brain quits on Tuesday afternoon. Ready to stay steady when everything feels uncertain? Featured Story I was flying my Cessna to pick up my daughter from the University of Florida. Clear day, smooth air, nothing special. About 15 minutes from landing, the heat and drone had me snoozing. Then suddenly, I had this overwhelming sensation that I had no idea where I was. The airport was right in front of me, but I couldn't figure out how to get lined up. Panic kicked in. I was minutes from controlled airspace and hadn't called the tower. I could have faked it, but instead I keyed the mic: I'm confused and need help. Within minutes, they vectored me to a perfect final. Worst landing ever, but I got it stopped. Not bad for a lost pilot. Important Points When your brain goes blank and you feel disoriented, stabilize first before making any dramatic decisions or changes. Small confusion turns into a catastrophe when people stop flying the airplane, spiral, overreact, or pretend they're fine. Procedure beats panic every time—training kicks in when thinking shuts down and your brain switches to threat mode. Memorable Quotes "Just because you feel lost doesn't mean you are. Sometimes you're just a little south of the field you're looking for." "Aviate, navigate, communicate. Fly steady, get clear, speak up early. That's how you land the plane in daily life too." "Ask for help before it becomes an emergency. Don't wait until it's a catastrophe to open your mouth and communicate." Scott's Three-Step Approach Aviate first—stabilize your behavior and don't make dramatic decisions that could make your situation even worse. Navigate second—once you're stable and nothing's getting worse, get clear on where you are and the path forward. Communicate third—ask for help early before it becomes an emergency, whether with clients, vendors, or your spouse. Chapters 0:02 - Happy Monday (yes, Mondays can be happy too) 1:43 - When your brain goes blank at the worst moment 3:03 - Flying disoriented at 3,000 feet (a true story) 5:25 - The three rules pilots use when confused 8:05 - Asking for help when you don't want to admit it 10:26 - How to apply aviate, navigate, communicate daily 11:35 - Using this framework in your personal relationships Connect With Me Search for the Daily Boost on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/heyscottsmith Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • Should, Can, Must: 3 Questions That End Overwhelm

    Should, Can, Must: 3 Questions That End Overwhelm
    Feb 13 2026
    Feeling overwhelmed? You're not alone. Most people are drowning in endless to-dos, convinced they need to do more to achieve more. But successful people know a secret: more is on the other side of less. In this episode, I share a powerful three-question framework that cuts through the chaos and helps you focus on what actually moves you forward. If you're tired of rushing around like a chicken with its head cut off, this simple filter will change how you approach your day. Ready to eliminate 80% of what you think you need to do? Featured Story I was working with an Inner Circle member leading a high-performance team. Smart people, ambitious, aggressive. Lots of chaos. She was overwhelmed trying to manage everyone's input and competing priorities. I told her to stop playing the consensus game. Put your head down, decide what you want to do, and go do it. Don't announce it. Just let them catch up. She filtered everything through three simple questions: should, can, must. Within weeks, people noticed her momentum and asked how they could do the same thing. It's not about working harder. It's about getting ruthlessly clear on what actually matters. Important Points More money, happiness, and time exist on the other side of doing less, not more. That's the real secret to success. Most to-do lists are built for someone with 40 hours a week and zero responsibilities—and that's definitely not you. One powerful decision made right now can completely change your trajectory before this podcast even ends today. Memorable Quotes "If you're rushing around all the time like crazy, you're proving loud and clear you have no control or discipline." "Should is brainstorming. Can is reality. Must is the priority layer where you finally stop negotiating with yourself." "If everything feels urgent all the time, congratulations—you've successfully avoided deciding what actually matters." Scott's Three-Step Approach Ask what should you do that will lead directly and quickly to achieving your goal—this is your brainstorm layer. Then ask what can you realistically do today given your actual time, energy, resources, and other commitments. Finally ask what must you do if you only had one hour tomorrow with something critical at stake—that's your priority. Chapters 0:02 - Happy Friday the 13th (and Daytona 500 weekend) 2:03 - Why you're overwhelmed (and why it keeps happening) 3:38 - The truth about massive action (you're doing it wrong) 5:40 - How fast can you actually change your life? 7:05 - The should, can, must framework (that ends overwhelm) 10:25 - Marcus Aurelius on doing less (ancient wisdom wins) 12:23 - Real talk about putting your oxygen mask on first Connect With Me Search for the Daily Boost on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/heyscottsmith Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • Framework for an Amazing Life

    Framework for an Amazing Life
    Feb 12 2026
    Are you living comfortably, miserably, or actually excited about what's ahead? Most people are stuck in between, capable but confused. I pulled back the curtain on the exact framework I use with my Inner Circle clients to create an amazing life. It's built on three foundations: awareness of where you really are, options to do what you want, and a peaceful base so you're not operating from chaos. This is the system that drives everything I do. If you can't figure out how to get from where you are to where you want to go, this will change that. Featured Story Fresh off a coaching call with nine Inner Circle members, I realized something powerful. New people needed orientation, but everyone else needed reorientation. We're all capable and doing fine on the surface, but most of us are slightly out of alignment. So I walked them through the triangle framework I've been developing for 20 years. Amazing life in the center. Awareness on the left because you can't fix what you don't know is broken. Options on the right because I've never met anyone who didn't want more choices. And peaceful base at the bottom as the foundation, because you can't operate from chaos. The call went deep. Multiple people said afterward it completely shifted how they see everything. Important Points Awareness is everything. Until you wake up and realize something needs to change, you're living in ignorant bliss. Options mostly come from money. I don't argue about it anymore. Cash in your pocket means choices in your life, period. You need a peaceful base across six life areas. Without that foundation, you're a hot mess no matter what you achieve. Memorable Quotes "Everything in life applies to everything in life. Stop siloing things off, or you're missing all the juice right there." "If you have one big-ass goal, you don't need any more. You'll be so obsessed that's all you're going to do anyway." "Inspiration is the key to motivation. Get fired up enough and motivation comes out of nowhere and stays there." Scott's Three-Step Approach Build awareness across every aspect of your life. You can't fix problems you don't know exist in the first place. Create options through money and choices. With enough options, you have the freedom to do whatever you actually want. Maintain a peaceful foundation in six key areas. From that stable base, you can pursue anything without chaos. Chapters 0:03 - Living comfortably, miserable, or truly excited? 0:29 - The triangle framework that changes everything 5:42 - Why options matter more than freedom itself 6:17 - Your peaceful base makes everything else possible 8:55 - How exploring possibilities leads to motivation 11:53 - From passion to purpose to your actual legacy 13:04 - The power of one big-ass goal that scares you Connect With Me Search for the Daily Boost on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/heyscottsmith Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 mins
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