I’m Kelly Siegel, and this is Harder than Life. A podcast about self-love, self-awareness, business, and health. We tell outrageous stories and boil everything ...
141: The Secret to Getting Out of Your Own Way w/ Jon Acuff
What if the biggest thing standing between you and success isn’t a lack of talent, time, or resources… but the lies you tell yourself? 🤯
Jon Acuff, New York Times bestselling author and one of the world’s top mindset and goal-setting experts, is here to show you how to reprogram your brain for unstoppable success. If you’re tired of self-doubt, second-guessing, and feeling stuck, you’re in for one heck of a ride.
Your thoughts are either working FOR you or AGAINST you. It’s time to take control.
In this episode, we cover:
🔥 The hidden danger of overthinking and how to stop it
🔥 How to rewire your brain for confidence & action
🔥 The biggest mistake people make when setting goals
🔥 Why motivation isn’t the problem (and what actually is)
🔥 How to take back control of your life starting TODAY
This isn’t just theory. Jon breaks down real, proven strategies that will help you transform the way you think, so you can finally create the results you want.
💬 What’s ONE thought you’re CHOOSING to change today? Drop it in the comments!
🔔 Subscribe NOW if you’re ready to stop holding yourself back and start creating the life you KNOW you’re meant for!
#HarderThanLife #KellySiegel #MindsetShift #SuccessMindset #JonAcuff #PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #GoalSetting #OvercomingFear #StopOverthinking #MentalStrength #ConfidenceBoost #LifeTransformation #SelfBelief #Motivation #HighPerformance #SuccessTips #EntrepreneurMindset #LevelUp #MindsetMatters
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140: Why 'Working Harder' Is Wrecking Your Health (And What to Do Instead)
Grinding 24/7 won’t make you successful—it’ll break you.
Our culture glorifies hustle, but at what cost? Burnout, broken relationships, and declining health aren’t badges of honor. If you’re running on empty, it’s time for a wake-up call.
In this episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel exposes the REAL price of an unbalanced life—and how to reclaim your time, energy, and success before it’s too late.
You’ll learn:
🔥The physical and mental toll of overworking (this might shock you)
🔥 How stress silently destroys your relationships and success
🔥 The hidden signs that your work-life balance is way off
🔥 3 power moves to take back control of your health and happiness
🔥 Why balance isn’t a luxury but it’s the key to long-term success
🚀 CHALLENGE: Identify ONE area of imbalance in your life and set a non-negotiable boundary to protect your health this week. Drop it in the comments below!
📢 Know someone stuck in the grind? Share this episode with them. It might just change their life.
🔔 LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more real talk on success, resilience, and balance.
#HarderThanLife #KellySiegel #WorkLifeBalance #SuccessMindset #Burnout #Productivity #SelfCare #Leadership
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139: On Borrowed Time - How a Near-Breakdown Led to a Life of Purpose with Yohance Boulden
In this raw and powerful episode of Harder Than Life, Kelly Siegel sits down with former special operations warrior turned mindset coach and author, Yohance Boulden. From storming buildings in Afghanistan to confronting suicidal thoughts at home, Yohance opens up about the battles that don’t make the news—the mental ones.
Together, they unpack what it means to be a whole man: vulnerable, grounded, and emotionally resilient. Yohance shares how journaling, gratitude, and sitting in fear have become tools of survival and growth, and why his mantra is to "earn your regrets."
If you're ready to redefine masculinity, confront your fears, and find healing through presence, connection, and faith—this is the episode you can’t miss.
Key Takeaways:
Why watching sunrises became a daily life-saving ritual
How physical fitness builds mental resilience
The power of getting small when life feels overwhelming
The importance of safety, surrender, and spiritual awakening
How journaling can help you know yourself and process pain
Fatherhood lessons that shaped his leadership
What it really means to be a “whole man”
How friendships with emotional depth are the real flex
Drop a comment: What’s your biggest fear—and how are you facing it?
Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE to help more men (and women) find healing.
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138: The #1 Reason You’re Stuck - And How to Fix It Now
Want to Transform Your Life? START TAKING ACTION TODAY!
Most people talk about success, but only a few actually go out and get it. In this episode, Kelly Siegel breaks down the #1 key to success—taking deliberate, consistent, and unrelenting action every single day. Stop waiting for motivation, stop overthinking, and start doing.
Key Topics in This Episode:
Why small daily actions compound into massive success
The fear of success and how it holds you back
Why accountability is non-negotiable for achieving goals
How Kelly built his success—one step at a time
The power of progress over perfection
YOUR CHALLENGE: Take ONE action today that moves you forward. Tag Kelly on social media and share your progress.
What’s ONE action you’re committing to today? Drop a comment below.
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137: How to Stop People Pleasing and Take Control of Your Life w/ Nick Pollard
What if your greatest struggle became your superpower?
In this raw and eye-opening episode of Harder Than Life, host Kelly Siegel sits down with Nick Pollard—a world-renowned coach, speaker, and expert on people-pleasing, codependency, and addiction. With over 50 million views across social media, Nick’s no-BS approach is helping people set boundaries, break toxic cycles, and reclaim their power.
Nick's journey is unlike anything you've heard before—from surviving childhood trauma and addiction to building the People Displeaser Movement. His story proves that rock bottom is just the beginning if you choose to rise.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why people-pleasing and addiction go hand in hand
✅ The shocking turning point that changed Nick’s life forever
✅ How to set real, unshakable boundaries without guilt
✅ The Game of No—a simple yet powerful way to take back control
✅ Why saying NO is the ultimate self-care
This conversation is packed with hard-hitting truths, humor, and powerful takeaways to help you stop playing small and start living authentically.
#HarderThanLife #PeoplePleasing #NickPollard #SelfGrowth #AddictionRecovery #SettingBoundaries
I’m Kelly Siegel, and this is Harder than Life. A podcast about self-love, self-awareness, business, and health. We tell outrageous stories and boil everything down to simple, practical advice you can start using today. Let’s get living!
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