In this episode of the Residential Developer podcast, host Nathan Battishall peels back the curtain on the often-overlooked personal toll of property development. 

While industry education typically focuses on strategy and numbers, Nathan argues that the mental, emotional, and relational costs of high-stakes projects are rarely discussed. He candidly addresses the "unspoken" consequences of unchecked stress, sharing how some successful investors lose their marriages or turn to substance abuse to cope with the pressure. The conversation challenges listeners to define a "deeper why" beyond financial gain, warning that wealth is meaningless if it costs you your family or health. 

Nathan shares his own strategies for maintaining balance, such as implementing strict boundaries between business hours and family time to ensure he remains present as a husband and father. He also emphasizes the importance of physical fitness and quiet time, viewing them not as luxuries but as essential methods to "recharge the battery" for leadership. 

Ultimately, this episode serves as a reality check, urging developers to design their lives intentionally so they don't find themselves successful in business but bankrupt in their personal lives.

Topics: 

✅ The Unspoken Mental Toll 

✅ Growth Through Pressure 

✅ The Cost to Relationships 

✅ Substance Abuse & Coping 

✅ Work-Life Boundaries 

✅ Health as a Battery

Connect with Nathan Battishall:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanbattishall/

Website: https://duplexbuildingdesign.com/

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