What happens when you're told you're destined for greatness before you even hit puberty?

At the age of 12, Todd Ley was the number one junior tennis player in the world. By 17, it all came crashing down.

In this conversation, we unpack the brutal pressure of elite sport, the silent damage that can happen behind the scenes, and how chasing greatness as a kid left Todd battling addiction, identity loss, and total burnout as a man.

TOPICS:

1. The dark side of elite youth sport
2. Addiction and identity loss after tennis
3. Rebuilding from rock bottom

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When life feels overwhelming, it’s easy to think you’re just not built to handle it.

But what if resilience isn’t something you're born with – it’s something you can build?

In this episode, I sit down with Melli O’Brien who is a mindfulness teacher, resilience expert, and the founder of mindfulness.com. Melli shares simple, real-world strategies to stop getting trapped by negative thoughts, strengthen your emotional resilience, and reconnect with a deeper sense of purpose — even when everything around you feels chaotic.

TOPICS:

1. How to build true emotional and mental resilience (without relying on willpower alone)
2. Why disconnection from our values leads to overwhelm and unhappiness
3. How to navigate fear, uncertainty, and setbacks by reconnecting with your deeper purpose

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What if the only thing standing between you and the life you want… is a belief you didn’t even know you had?

In this episode, I sit down with wealth mindset coach and author Emma Lagerlow to talk about why you might feel stuck—even when you’re doing all the “right” things.

We unpack the hidden beliefs that quietly shape your decisions, the difference between purpose and validation, and what it actually takes to feel grounded in your own life.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure whether you’re on the right path—this one’s worth a listen.

TOPICS:

1. Identifying and transforming limiting beliefs
2. Living in alignment with your core values and purpose
3. Overcoming overwhelm and societal pressure by simplifying your path

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https://www.emmalagerlow.com/

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