Daily Boost Motivation and Coaching

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Why Chasing Success Actually Prevents You From Getting It October 2, 2025 | Episode 5194 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description How's your life going? That's a big question, isn't it? Sometimes success feels just out of reach, even when you're doing everything right. Scott dives into Viktor Frankl's counterintuitive wisdom from "Man's Search for Meaning" that completely flips how we think about achievement and happiness. This isn't about giving up or settling. It's about the weird paradox successful people face - the harder you chase something, the more it slips away. Scott shares why he tells his coaching clients "I just don't care, but I care" and how that mindset shift changes everything. Featured Story A longtime listener reaches out during his darkest hour - battling cancer at 2 AM, finding Scott's voice to get him through until dawn. The story hits Scott differently this time, reminding him how real life gets for people out there. It's the kind of moment that stops you cold. Here's someone using the podcast as a lifeline during treatment, and Scott realizes he doesn't consciously try to help anyone - he just shows up and does what he does. That's when Viktor Frankl's wisdom about success being a byproduct clicks into place. The beautiful things happen when you're busy doing meaningful work, not when you're chasing the outcome. Important Points Success is like happiness - you can't pursue it directly, it only shows up as a side effect of dedication to something greater than yourself. The destination only appears when you stop looking for the map - otherwise you're just stuck on the journey. Excellence in what you're doing right now matters more than obsessing over the outcome. Memorable Quotes "Don't aim for success. The more you aim at it and make it a target, the more you're going to miss it." "I just don't care. But I care. But I don't care." "When Scott does what Scott does, when Scott doesn't worry about it, there is a byproduct that really cool things happen to me and to you." Scott's Three-Step Approach Shift your focus from outcomes to excellence in what you're doing right now. Find something bigger than your personal ambitions that gives your work deeper purpose. Practice surrender - let go of tight control to allow natural excellence to flow through you. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com 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 You're Not Motivated - Science Will Surprise You October 1, 2025 | Episode 5193 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ever feel like you're spinning your wheels despite reading every motivation book out there? Scott discovered something fascinating in baby DJ school that completely flips traditional goal-setting advice on its head. Turns out, everyone's teaching you to start with your "why" - but that might be exactly backwards. Today's episode reveals the science-backed sequence that actually works. It's simpler than you think, and it explains why you've been fighting yourself all this time. Featured Story Picture this: 18-year-old Scott faces a choice between broadcast school in freezing Minneapolis or sunny Fort Lauderdale. Obviously, he chose Florida. Who wouldn't? But here's the twist - those broadcast school professionals forced him to learn journalism when all he wanted was to spin records. He looked down his nose at journalists, thinking it had nothing to do with being a world-famous DJ. Years later, those five little journalism words became the key to unlocking personal transformation. The irony? He had to completely flip the order everyone teaches. Important Points Most personal development advice starts with "why" - but that's actually backwards for real change. The magic sequence is What, Why, When, Where, Who - not the traditional journalist order. Specificity beats perfection every time; concrete goals create concrete results. Memorable Quotes "Y'all wrong. I got it right." "Don't wait for the perfect plan. Because when you sit around waiting for the perfect plan, things don't always get perfect." "We're just going to assume some days are going to be perfect, and some days are not going to be perfect. So if we average out pretty good days, we get a pretty good life, right?" Scott's Three-Step Approach Define your "what" with brutal specificity - write it down and make it concrete. Create a question roadmap using the five words in proper order for transformation. Take massive, imperfect action - put one concrete step on your calendar this week. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com 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 Goal Crushing Mistakes 90% of People Make September 30, 2025 | Episode 5192 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description You're probably making goal crushing mistakes right now. Scott's got bad news - 90% of people are sabotaging their own success. The good news? You're obviously in the 10% who aren't... but you know someone who is. Today's episode reveals why momentum can become your worst enemy and how shortcuts turn into roadblocks. Scott shares his three-step system for avoiding the traps that derail even the most driven people. Featured Story Picture this: You're bench pressing 275 pounds (not bad for Scott's age), complaining about not liking it. His gym buddy looks at him in the mirror and says, "Look at yourself. Lift it again. It's working." That moment captures everything wrong with how we approach goals. We get distracted by what we want so badly that we abandon what's actually working. Scott's wife gives him a certain look when he hits his four-day workout schedule - and he loses that look when he doesn't. Important Points Your goal is actually a distraction - wanting something so badly it messes up everything else in your life. Success momentum makes you stupid - the better things get, the more tempting shortcuts become. Most people don't know what's working - your natural zone of genius gets overlooked for Reddit advice and AI suggestions. Memorable Quotes "I am legally obligated as a personal growth podcast to mention the word momentum at least three times a week." "My show, I do it my way. I'm not going to admit to anything. Forget it. Not going to happen." "Sometimes Hawaii looks really good. I got money in the bank. Let's go. No shortcuts before you know exactly what's going on." Scott's Three-Step Approach Audit your current process - list what's working, not what you think should work. Get a patience reminder - look at your six-month progress and take a breath before changing anything. Build your support system - find accountability partners who've got your back without telling you what to do. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com 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 Stop Overthinking Your Life - 4 Types of Motivation That Work September 29, 2025 | Episode 5191 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ever wonder why some things light you up and others feel like pulling teeth? Scott breaks down the science behind what actually drives you. Turns out, there are four distinct types of motivation working in your life right now. Most people don't even know they exist. Here's the kicker: once you identify your motivation mix, everything changes. No more spinning your wheels wondering why you can't stick to that goal or habit. Featured Story Scott shares his coffee badge revelation - you know, those sneaky office check-ins where you grab coffee and chat just to prove you showed up. He caught himself analyzing motivation patterns after thousands of coaching conversations. The insight? Everyone knows exactly what they should be doing, even if they can't articulate it perfectly. That lightbulb moment led to his framework for identifying what's really driving you. Because when you get intrinsic motivation firing, nobody can stop you. Important Points All four motivation types are running simultaneously in your life. Most people think it's just one thing driving them, but it's actually a complex mix that changes based on the situation. Intrinsic motivation beats external pressure every single time. When it comes from within, you become unstoppable - even you don't know why you're so driven. Your avoidance patterns reveal your core motivation blocks. What you're not doing tells the whole story about what's really going on inside. Memorable Quotes "Motivation works. Sometimes it's happy motivation, sometimes it's kick-in-the-butt motivation, but it works." "Major change is just fixing little pieces along the way. Think of your life as a thousand little parts." "I'm hard pressed to think of anybody who didn't know exactly what was going on." Scott's Three-Step Approach Audit your current motivation mix. Pick one goal or habit and label which type of motivation is driving it - external pressure, internal drive, guilt, or obligation. Find your core why for what matters most. Write down what you personally gain from your biggest goals and what you'd lose by not pursuing them. Choose one thing you're avoiding and write down exactly why. That insight becomes your action plan and gives you the momentum you're seeking. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com 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 Napoleon Hill’s 30-Day Life Sprint September 26, 2025 | Episode 5190 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Got will? Not the legal kind - the fire in your belly kind. Scott digs into why most people think changing your life in 30 days is silly. Plot twist: maybe those "silly" people are onto something. When you've got will and you know the way, everything becomes possible. This isn't about changing everything at once. It's about focusing that successful mind of yours on what really matters and giving it everything you've got for 30 days straight. Featured Story Picture this: Scott realizes he's not the first genius to figure out the 30-day sprint thing. Turns out millions of people born before him already knew this stuff. But here's what got him - watching folks on coaching calls and around the podcast, he kept seeing the same pattern. People get an idea, get inspired, set a 30-day deadline, and boom. It happens almost every single time. Like when you're moving out and have to return those keys in two hours. Somehow, you get it done. That's when Scott knew he was onto something universal about how we actually create change. Important Points Every major change in your life probably happened during a focused 30-day sprint period. Small goals feel meaningless, so we don't chase them - but big-ass goals get us fired up. The "impossible" becomes possible when you squeeze it into a timeline and refuse excuses. Memorable Quotes "Call me silly, but I think everything you have done in your life has happened because you had a bit of a sprint, a 30-day sprint, probably." "Most people set small little goals, they call it their to-do list. And because of that, it has no real meaning." "The impossible simply becomes possible when you are focused and you squeeze it down into a timeline." Scott's Three-Step Approach Set a major definite purpose (aka big-ass goal) - make it matter enough to chase. Stop the negative self-talk and list every reason you WILL succeed. Decide nothing will stop you for 30 days - tired doesn't count as an excuse. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com 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 Are You Actually A Stoic? September 24, 2025 | Episode 5189 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Life's been crazy since 300 BC, and guess what? Nothing's changed. Scott dives into whether you're already practicing stoicism without knowing it. Politics, economy, people driving you nuts - sound familiar? The ancient Stoics dealt with the same stuff, and their practical approach might be exactly what you need. This isn't some dusty philosophy lesson. It's a coffee shop conversation about handling life's daily chaos with a clear head and reasonable expectations. Featured Story Picture Scott realizing he's been thinking like a Stoic without even knowing it. He's looking around at all the craziness - politics, economy, people being annoying - and having this lightbulb moment. Wait, this is exactly what folks dealt with in 300 BC. Same problems, same human nature, same need for practical solutions. The kicker? Most of us are already doing some of this Stoic stuff naturally. We just don't realize we're tapping into ancient wisdom that actually works. It's like discovering you've been speaking French your whole life and didn't know it. Important Points Stop enslaving yourself to annoying people - Stoics never leash themselves to toxic folks, and neither should you. Choose reasonable expectations - Your brain works better when you're actually realistic about what's coming. Feel your emotions, don't be guided by them - They're your power when you use them right, not when they use you. Memorable Quotes "Do you enslave yourself to annoying people? Because if you do, you're not stoic." "You are a dog tied to the back of a cart. And it's a very long leash on the back of that cart." "Life is not too short. Actually, the days are sometimes way too long." Scott's Three-Step Approach Check your expectations - Ask yourself if what you're expecting is actually reasonable before you get frustrated. Feel the emotion, then think - Let yourself experience what you're feeling, then use your brain to decide what to do about it. Remember the long leash - You've got free will within life's bigger plan, so use it wisely. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com 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 One Mistake That's Stealing Your Most Valuable Resource September 23, 2025 | Episode 5188 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description You grab your phone for two minutes in the morning. An hour later, you're stressed, running late, and wondering how the hell that happened. Sound familiar? Scott dives into the "Triple A" problem that's hijacking your most valuable resource. Teams of psychiatrists and data scientists have one job: capture your attention and convert it into their profit. But here's the thing - your attention is currency, and you're spending it on someone else's dreams while yours drift further away. Time to take it back. Featured Story Scott confesses his morning phone ritual gone wrong. Despite all the advice about not checking your phone until 10 AM, he's an entrepreneur who gets anxious without knowing what's going on. So he allows himself 60 seconds to check messages and news. But sometimes those notes are nasty grams. Sometimes something's broken. Sometimes there's a juicy news story. Before he knows it, that innocent two-minute check becomes an hour-long vortex. He's not alone - social media algorithms are designed by teams of experts whose only job is to capture and hold your focus. The result? You start your day reactive instead of intentional, giving away your most valuable resource to someone else's agenda. Important Points Your attention is literal currency - every notification and algorithm extracts your focus to convert into someone else's profit. Awareness becomes your first line of defense - the moment you recognize manipulation, you can start making intentional choices about where to direct your focus. Every minute in someone else's agenda steals from yours - the question isn't whether you'll follow an agenda, but whose agenda you'll choose to follow. Memorable Quotes "Every notification, every algorithm, every advertisement, it has been designed to extract your attention and to convert it into somebody else's profit." "Every single minute that you spend in somebody else's agenda is a minute you're not spent building your own." "I would suggest that you guard it as if your life depends on it. Because you know what? I think in some cases it actually does." Scott's Three-Step Approach Track your attention like you'd track your diet - use the daily awareness diary with nine control questions to see exactly where your focus goes each day. Make conscious choices about attention direction - once you're aware of the manipulation, you can intentionally choose where to put your mental energy. Take control of your agenda before someone else does - decide what deserves your time instead of letting others decide for you. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com 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 7 Success Shifts That Actually Work (Part 2) September 22, 2025 | Episode 5186 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott's feeling a little restless today but fired up about what's possible. He dives into a powerful truth that'll stop you in your tracks: you're already the person you were meant to be. Most people spend their lives chasing some future version of themselves, reading books and taking seminars to "become" someone. But what if you're already there? Scott breaks down why we get so confused about who we are and shares six straightforward ways to step into your full potential today. No complicated strategies or eight-step programs. Just pure Scott logic that'll get you moving in the right direction. Featured Story Scott opens up about his coaching experience and a revelation that changed everything. After years of working with clients, he noticed something weird: people kept arriving back where they started. At first, this frustrated him. Wasn't he supposed to transform them into someone completely different? Then it hit him. His biggest wins weren't about changing people—they were about unconfusing them and getting them grounded in who they already were. The breakthrough moment? When clients realized they were good the whole time. They just needed to stop second-guessing themselves and step into their authentic power. Important Points You already know who you are and what you're supposed to do—you've just gotten confused along the way and need to get back to basics. Happiness, contentment, and wisdom compound over time when you find your groove and stick with it long-term instead of constantly switching directions. Being flexible doesn't mean breaking your values—the most successful people stay within their value system while adapting their approach to get what they want. Memorable Quotes "On your last day of earth, the person you became will meet the person you could have become." "The person that you are supposed to be is already here today, if you'll just become that person." "You were not born to play small. You're born to go do more." Scott's Three-Step Approach Start living a good lifestyle today by eating what you know is good for you and moving your body—you already know what's bad, so don't eat that and focus on what's left. Find your long-term groove by accepting that whatever you're supposed to be was stamped into you the day you were born, then expand that person instead of trying to become someone else. Embrace hard work without looking for magic bullets—everything worthwhile requires effort, and the sooner you accept that, the faster you'll start making real progress. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com 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 7 Success Shifts That Actually Work (Part 1) September 23, 2025 | Episode - 5187 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott's back with part two of his success mindset series, and he's fired up about it! After sharing 14 mindset shifts yesterday, he's diving into seven more game-changers that'll help you get what you want. From facing your passion to letting go of control, Scott breaks down practical ways to shift your thinking. He talks about doing things "the Scott way" (which really means your way), why good enough beats perfectionism, and how the people around you are shaping who you become. This isn't Reddit-worthy advice—it's real-world stuff that works. Featured Story Scott shares his approach to decision-making by asking himself, "How would Scott do it?" It's not about ego—it's about trusting the way you were born to handle things. He talks about how God gave him a specific way of doing things, even if he started out "stupid" and had to figure it out over time. The key insight? When you trust your natural approach instead of copying what others say you should do, you tap into something authentic and powerful. Scott's motorcycle trip example shows how letting go of control and letting others lead can actually work better than trying to be out front all the time. Important Points Good enough is actually good enough for most things, and when executed consistently, it becomes perfect over time through the compounding effect. Multitasking splits your energy and delays success—focus your one mind on one thing, or better yet, see everything through the lens of your core values. You are who you hang out with due to the proximity effect, which influences your faith, money, attitude, and everything else in your life. Memorable Quotes "The confounding effect over time of being good enough and not reinventing the wheel every single day just makes perfect out of good enough." "You are so much more interesting than anything on social media. You are so much more exciting." "I think you are fighting some influential warfare today, and the more you understand that and realize that, the more you begin to really take control." Scott's Three-Step Approach Face your passion and ask yourself how you would naturally handle each situation that comes up, trusting your God-given way of doing things. Practice the good enough approach by focusing on one thing at a time and letting consistency create perfection over time. Evaluate your proximity circle and say no to anything that doesn't directly support your goals, values, and vision for your life. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com 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 to Shake Things Up With Operation Reinvention September 19, 2025 | Episode - 5185 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ready to reinvent yourself? Scott's back with his signature Operation Reinvention strategy that he uses twice a year to completely transform his life. This isn't about complicated plans or endless to-do lists. It's about finding that one single change that automatically disrupts everything in a positive way and puts you in a better place. With the world getting noisier and more chaotic, now's the perfect time to ground yourself and take control. Scott also brings back his powerful "How do I want to feel?" question that taps directly into your subconscious mind and gets you moving in the right direction. Featured Story Scott shares the inspiring transformation of Chris, a member of his Fisher Passion Group, who took on a summer fitness challenge. Without much fanfare, Chris decided to reinvent himself with a simple goal: get down to 18% body fat. Through consistent workouts and eating right, Chris has been steadily moving toward his target. His smile says it all as he gets closer to that goal, proving that one decision to change can automatically set everything else in motion. Important Points The "How do I want to feel?" question is scientifically backed and instantly engages your subconscious mind to start working on solutions. Operation Reinvention works best when you don't overthink it—just identify what single change can automatically and positively disrupt everything in your life. With society getting louder and more chaotic, especially with upcoming elections, you need to ground yourself now more than ever. Memorable Quotes "What single change can I make that would automatically and positively disrupt everything in my life and put me in a better place?" "How instantly get your subconscious say, hello, you're talking to me. You want to know how to do something? Do I? Oh yes, you are talking to me." "Sometimes you'd have to blow it up. You have to disrupt it and get what you want." Scott's Three-Step Approach Ask yourself "How do I want to feel?" and accept whatever positive answer comes into your head without overthinking it. Identify one single change you can make that will automatically disrupt your current patterns and put you in a better place. Take that step immediately and let the positive disruption happen naturally without needing to control every detail. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com 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 Real Relationships That Matter September 18, 2025 | Episode - 5184 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott dives into the messy, beautiful world of human connections and why relationships are both your greatest asset and biggest challenge. After watching friends unfriend each other on social media, he breaks down the real strategy for building meaningful connections. This isn't about fake positivity or unicorns and rainbows. It's about the raw truth of dealing with people and creating a tribe that actually shows up for you. Scott shares his personal journey from having a tiny circle to building a massive community. Featured Story Scott opens up about his own social media observations during divisive times, watching friends trash people with different beliefs while claiming "but not you, you're special." He calls out the hypocrisy and shares how he's expanded his own community from a tiny circle to needing "a big place" for his funeral. The story highlights how relationships require wisdom to navigate the same people who give you both your greatest joy and biggest headaches. It's a reality check that most of us are just bumbling through, trying to figure out how to deal with these strange people around us. Important Points Relationships will be both the best and worst things in your life - the same people who love you most will also cause you the most drama. Most people are fundamentally good and honest, even if they don't always show it, and coming from a place of trust will make your life work better. Every conversation requires discipline to focus on the other person instead of yourself, even though it's ultimately still about you making it about them. Memorable Quotes "At the end of your time on planet earth, your whole life is going to be about relationships, about the people that you ran into, the people you work with, the people you knew." "It's not about you. When I go places, I'm choosing to make it about the experience until I understand a little bit more about what's going on." "The minute you get a service attitude, everything else changes. If you want multiple opportunities to serve yourself, typically you're going to serve a lot of other people first." Scott's Three-Step Approach Make every conversation about them, not you - listen first and focus on being the most interested person rather than the most interesting. Come from a place of trust and honor the human being they are first, while keeping your guard up just enough to stay wise. Lead with service and ask yourself how you can serve them before thinking about what you can get from the relationship. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com 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 Become a Better Person Through Life's Storms September 17, 2025 | Episode 5183 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Life throws storms at all of us, and this past week has been no exception. I'm diving into how you can not just survive these challenging moments but actually become a better person because of them. Drawing from a recent client conversation and my own experiences weathering life's ups and downs, I'm sharing the three essential strategies that'll help you navigate any storm with strength and purpose. Because here's the thing—storms don't just pass over you, they can transform you if you let them. Featured Story Scott opens up about his unexpected journey from disc jockey to personal development advocate, sparked by a friend giving him Zig Ziglar's "See You at the Top" cassette series back in the eighties. What started as a hundred-dollar investment changed everything about how he viewed the world. Now, twenty years into podcasting and helping others, he's applying those lessons to help listeners navigate the storms that shake us all—because the goal isn't just to survive, it's to come out stronger on the other side. Important Points When facing any storm, you must lead with your internal values and stay the course—whatever you believe in, lean into it because external support can't fill the internal void you're feeling. Seek advice and resources from people with genuine wisdom, not just anyone with an opinion—there's a big difference between noise and knowledge, especially in our social media-driven world. Embrace faith and courage because a strong will makes you stronger—nine times out of ten, you're going to survive the storm and find your way to a new normal. Memorable Quotes "When you're going through a storm of any kind, lead with your internal values and stay the course." "Nine times out of 10, you're going to survive the storm." "The more you accept that you can only do so much, it is going to be what it's going to be, and I need to frame this in a way that I can understand it, get the best out of life and do the best I can while I'm here." Scott's Three-Step Approach Look inside yourself and identify what you truly believe in—your core values become your anchor when everything else feels unstable. Find someone with real wisdom to lean on during difficult times—seek out mentors, counselors, or trusted advisors who can offer perspective beyond the storm. Hold your chin high and keep marching forward with faith and courage—accept that storms are temporary and focus on what you can control while letting go of what you can't. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com 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 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: support@motivationtomove.com 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: support@motivationtomove.com 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: support@motivationtomove.com 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: support@motivationtomove.com 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: support@motivationtomove.com 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: support@motivationtomove.com 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: support@motivationtomove.com 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