Decide Your Legacy

Today, I want to share my conviction that life balance is key to success and happiness. This episode revolves around understanding the life wheel for consistent self-assessment across seven crucial life areas. I unpack three critical secrets to living a balanced life: redefining life balance with healthy, realistic expectations, the importance of getting organized to avoid distraction, and the power of trusting your gut to guide life decisions. We will aim to inspire one another to face our fears, take action, and embrace small, incremental changes toward balancing their lives. 00:00 Unlocking Life Balance with the Life Wheel 01:16 The Journey to Embracing Life Balance 02:08 Three Secrets to Living a Balanced Life 02:37 Facing Fears and Personal Growth 04:50 Practical Steps to Achieve Life Balance 10:51 Organizing Your Life for Balance 14:51 Trusting Your Gut for a Balanced Life 19:08 Challenge and Recap: Transform Your Life Today Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: Life Balance Tactics Worksheet 12 Life Balance Tips (blog) If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. This show contains content, including information provided by guests, that is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to replace or substitute for any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, financial, legal or other advice. Decide Your Legacy LLC as well as its affiliates and subsidiaries (including their respective employees, agents and representatives) make no representations or warranties concerning the content and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning the content including any treatment or action taken by any person following the information offered or provided within or through this show. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

Today we are going delve into the often misunderstood concept of life balance. We are going to challenge the common belief that life balance is unattainable, proposing instead a realistic approach to achieving it. We will discuss the seven essential areas of life: spiritual, family, health and self-care, intellectual, social and fun, career and business, and financial. By sharing personal stories and engaging with the struggles I face, I aim to demonstrate the importance of assessing and intentionally adjusting these areas. This episode not only provides practical tools for self-assessment but also encourages setting achievable goals aligned with the legacy listeners aspire to leave. It's a call to action for listeners to face their fears, embrace uncomfortable growth, and ultimately seek a balanced life that reflects their true values and aspirations. 02:02 Personal Struggles and the Power of Self-Assessment 03:09 Facing Fears and Embracing Uncomfortable Growth 05:02 The Essential Life Areas for a Balanced Life 12:05 Practical Steps to Assess and Improve Your Life Balance 18:34 The Legacy You Leave: A Guide to Self-Assessment 22:04 Overcoming Enemies of a Successful Life Assessment 24:38 Closing Thoughts and Next Steps Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: 12 Life Balance Tips (post) by Adam Gragg DYL Tree & Life Wheel If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. This show contains content, including information provided by guests, that is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to replace or substitute for any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, financial, legal or other advice. Decide Your Legacy LLC as well as its affiliates and subsidiaries (including their respective employees, agents and representatives) make no representations or warranties concerning the content and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning the content including any treatment or action taken by any person following the information offered or provided within or through this show. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

Today on the Decide Your Legacy podcast we are going to dive into the topic of building trust. Drawing from my experiences working with fatherless kids and men in prison, I reflect on the stark reality of fatherlessness among the incarcerated and its impact on trust. We will discuss the seven pivotal keys to nurturing trust: nurturing self-trust, mitigating overthinking, championing consistency, enhancing predictability, valuing actions over words, embracing vulnerability, and committing to honesty. This episode is packed with actionable insights aimed at empowering you to foster deeper connections by mastering the art of trust. Join me as we embark on this transformative journey together, aiming to leave behind a legacy of profound trust and meaningful relationships. 00:58 Introduction to Building Trust 01:28 Taking Risks and Personal Growth 02:33 The Struggle with Trust and Overcoming Betrayal 03:02 Understanding Habitual Thinking and Neural Pathways 03:52 Attachment Theory and Its Impact on Trust 04:14 The Importance of Trust and How to Build It 05:21 Seven Keys to Building Trust: Starting with Yourself 10:35 Consistency and Predictability in Building Trust 14:07 Prioritizing Actions Over Words 17:05 The Power of Vulnerability and Honesty 22:20 Applying the Seven Tips for Building Trust 24:49 Closing Thoughts and Next Steps Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: 25 Tips for Strengthening Relationships (post) by Adam Gragg Core Values (Episode 23) Clarify Your Purpose (Episode 14) If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. This show contains content, including information provided by guests, that is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to replace or substitute for any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, financial, legal or other advice. Decide Your Legacy LLC as well as its affiliates and subsidiaries (including their respective employees, agents and representatives) make no representations or warranties concerning the content and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning the content including any treatment or action taken by any person following the information offered or provided within or through this show. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

I'm thrilled to take you through a journey of understanding the critical role of accountability in personal growth and self-improvement. From the release of my new course, Shatterproof Yourself, to overcoming personal challenges with nicotine addiction, I share firsthand the transformative power of having accountable relationships in our lives. I'll share four compelling reasons why accountability is indispensable - it helps us think, feel, and act better, and accelerates our change process. Through practical steps and personal anecdotes, we aim to equip you with the tools to harness the positive force of accountability, bringing you closer to living the legacy you aspire to. So join me as we embark on this journey to unlock your fullest potential by embracing accountability at every step. 01:28 The Importance of Accountability in Personal Growth 02:18 Sharing Personal Struggles and the Role of Accountability 03:34 Taking Action: The First Step Towards Change 06:03 The Four Pillars of Accountability 08:22 How Accountability Leads to Better Thinking 12:48 Feeling Better Through Accountability 19:40 Acting Better with Accountability 25:36 Accelerating Change with Accountability 27:50 Conclusion and Call to Action Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: 25 Tips for Strengthening Relationships (post) by Adam Gragg Core Values (Episode 23) Clarify Your Purpose (Episode 14) If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. This show contains content, including information provided by guests, that is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to replace or substitute for any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, financial, legal or other advice. Decide Your Legacy LLC as well as its affiliates and subsidiaries (including their respective employees, agents and representatives) make no representations or warranties concerning the content and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning the content including any treatment or action taken by any person following the information offered or provided within or through this show. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

Today, we're unpacking a question close to my heart and crucial for our mental health—how do we relax? Inspired by a client's struggle with finding calm in the chaos, we delve deep into the art of relaxation. Together, we explore the significance of engaging with others, the transformative power of letting go, and the pivotal role of choosing productive distractions. Furthermore, I demystify mindfulness and distinguish between functional and dysfunctional ways to unwind. I also share my personal relaxation go-tos: learning, exploring, writing, and surrounding myself with relaxed, supportive people. Join me on this journey to not only discover relaxation techniques but to live a legacy worth remembering. 01:28 The Power of Engaging with Others 02:09 Personal Struggles with Relaxation 03:10 The Art of Letting Go 04:13 Distraction in Relaxation 05:38 The Concept of Mindfulness 06:25 Functional vs Dysfunctional Ways of Relaxing 07:25 Four Favorite Relaxation Activities 07:56 The Power of Learning 11:16 The Joy of Exploration 17:54 The Therapeutic Effect of Writing 23:33 Benefits of Being Around Relaxed People 26:45 Recap and Final Thoughts Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: 12 Tools for Regulating Your Emotions (blog post) If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. This show contains content, including information provided by guests, that is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to replace or substitute for any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, financial, legal or other advice. Decide Your Legacy LLC as well as its affiliates and subsidiaries (including their respective employees, agents and representatives) make no representations or warranties concerning the content and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning the content including any treatment or action taken by any person following the information offered or provided within or through this show. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

In this episode we will dive into the profound impact of mentoring. Special guest David Riffel, executive director of Mentoring Warriors, joins me to share his inspiring story from facing a life-threatening health scare to founding a non-profit focused on mentoring young men. David unfolds the significance of 'father wounds', the necessity of being a safe and trustworthy mentor, and the mutual growth both mentor and mentee undergo. Together, we explore the challenges of fatherhood, the lack of mentors in today's society, especially for men, and how Mentoring Warriors is addressing this gap. We wrap up by discussing the role of gratitude and joy in our lives, professional mentoring practices, and the interpersonal skills young men are often missing. Our conversation leaves listeners with practical advice on becoming a mentor and the encouragement to take small steps towards big impacts in both personal and professional spheres. 01:32 The Power and Impact of Mentoring 03:47 Introducing the Guest: David Riffel 04:12 David's Journey and the Birth of Mentoring Warriors 08:35 The Challenges and Surprises in Mentoring 12:38 The Process and Impact of Mentoring Warriors 18:06 Overcoming Fears in Mentoring 22:24 The Power of Vulnerability in Mentoring 26:05 Personal Success Story of Mentoring 28:55 The Challenges of Fatherhood 29:24 The Importance of Mentors 30:04 Raising Daughters: A Father's Perspective 32:11 Professional Mentoring in Architecture 33:57 The Role of Social Skills in Mentoring 34:44 Vulnerability in Relationships 35:40 The Need for Mentoring in Today's Society 36:54 The Future of Mentoring Warriors 40:16 Self-Grace and Gratitude 46:35 Encouragement in the Workplace 47:00 Final Thoughts on Mentoring and Legacy Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. This show contains content, including information provided by guests, that is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to replace or substitute for any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, financial, legal or other advice. Decide Your Legacy LLC as well as its affiliates and subsidiaries (including their respective employees, agents and representatives) make no representations or warranties concerning the content and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning the content including any treatment or action taken by any person following the information offered or provided within or through this show. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

On this episode, host Adam Gragg discusses the importance of dealing with past trauma. He highlights how individuals achieve life-changing transformations by confronting their past and working on self improvement. Through these transformations, he observes clearer vision and direction in life, improved mental and physical health, and the ability to express love to oneself and others more freely. Adam then uses case studies from his coaching clients, demonstrating the profound effect that processing past traumas has on their current lives and overall wellbeing. 01:30 The Importance of Dealing with Past Trauma 02:35 Personal Experiences and Overcoming Challenges 04:13 Understanding and Defining Past Trauma 06:44 The Impact of Past Trauma on Mental Health 06:58 The Benefits of Processing Past Trauma: Clarity 09:42 Tools and Resources for Dealing with Past Trauma 11:53 The Benefits of Processing Past Trauma: Health 18:14 Personal Stories of Transformation 19:09 The Benefits of Processing Past Trauma: Love 26:47 Conclusion: The Power of Facing Your Past Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: Why You Must Face Your Past (blog post) If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. This show contains content, including information provided by guests, that is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to replace or substitute for any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, financial, legal or other advice. Decide Your Legacy LLC as well as its affiliates and subsidiaries (including their respective employees, agents and representatives) make no representations or warranties concerning the content and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning the content including any treatment or action taken by any person following the information offered or provided within or through this show. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

On this milestone 100th original episode of the Decide Your Legacy Podcast, we are going to talk about the three main reasons that I struggle with change: pursuing comfort, giving in to fear, and holding onto a flawed identity. We’ll cover my personal experience and perspective, touching on my journey as a therapist and content creator. Today I’m going to challenge you to recognize and confront your fears, to shift your mindset, and to redefine any flawed identities. The ultimate aim of these changes lies in improved mental health and personal growth. This episode includes tools such as an exercise called 'Be Truth Oriented' that can help you shift your mindset towards a more positive identity. 00:40 Personal Reflections 01:56 The Struggle with Change 02:57 Facing Fears and Embracing Discomfort 03:43 Identifying Personal Changes 04:27 The Role of Comfort in Resistance to Change 10:28 The Impact of Fear on Change 15:48 Practical Steps to Overcome Resistance to Change 16:20 The Power of Identity in Change 28:49 Conclusion: Embrace Change and Decide Your Legacy Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do In Life & Business by Charles Duhigg If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. This show contains content, including information provided by guests, that is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to replace or substitute for any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, financial, legal or other advice. Decide Your Legacy LLC as well as its affiliates and subsidiaries (including their respective employees, agents and representatives) make no representations or warranties concerning the content and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning the content including any treatment or action taken by any person following the information offered or provided within or through this show. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

In this episode, we are going to discuss seven profound self-care secrets inspired by my client's decision to make a 'life list' of things that make him happy and things he wanted to improve. We’ll talk about asking for help, avoiding hypocrisy, self-retreats, creating a self-care plan, managing finances, creating a happy list, and being rigid in prioritization. Self-care plays a critical role in individual well-being and the realization of a personal legacy. 00:57 The Concept of a Life List 01:16 Seven Profound Self-Care Secrets 02:17 The Importance of Facing Your Fears 03:19 Power of Self-Care Activities 03:53 The Role of Help and Support in Self-Care 05:21 Impact of Hypocrisy on Self-Care 08:16 The Value of Personal Retreats 09:52 Creating a Self-Care Plan 12:19 Financial Management in Self-Care 16:13 Making a Happy List 17:47 The Power of Prioritization in Self-Care 19:40 Conclusion and Call to Action Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: Building Positive Experiences (Podcast Episode #104) If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. This show contains content, including information provided by guests, that is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to replace or substitute for any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, financial, legal or other advice. Decide Your Legacy LLC as well as its affiliates and subsidiaries (including their respective employees, agents and representatives) make no representations or warranties concerning the content and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning the content including any treatment or action taken by any person following the information offered or provided within or through this show. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

This year is the one to build in more positive experiences to your life. We discuss how nostalgic moments led me to realize the importance of creating positive experiences in life. Practical advice includes creating an experience-oriented mindset, learning to prioritize experiences over material possessions, and seeing the potential for great memories in every moment. On this episode we emphasize the practice of gratitude, living intentionally, building positive morning routines, saying 'yes' to opportunities, and meeting new people to foster connections. I’ll share some personal stories demonstrating the benefits of his advice and encourages his listeners to actively implement these strategies in daily life. 01:33 Sharing Personal Experiences 03:02 Building Positive Experiences: Seven Actions 07:23 Personal Reflections and Future Goals 13:23 The Importance of Capturing Moments 15:40 Creating Positive Morning Routines 17:12 Saying Yes to New Opportunities 18:58 Meeting New People and Building Relationships 22:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. This show contains content, including information provided by guests, that is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to replace or substitute for any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, financial, legal or other advice. Decide Your Legacy LLC as well as its affiliates and subsidiaries (including their respective employees, agents and representatives) make no representations or warranties concerning the content and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning the content including any treatment or action taken by any person following the information offered or provided within or through this show. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

As we close out the year and look ahead, we discuss seven decisions listeners can make to ensure a fruitful 2024. These decisions range from focusing on dreams, choosing an outward perspective, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and learning to cope with discomfort, among others. Adopting such choices will contribute to one's overall mental health, personal relationships, and overall sense of happiness. Practical actions are recommended throughout to help implement these decisions. The importance of embracing change and discomfort, and not going in alone are emphasized. By doing so individuals are encouraged to live a life they would want to be remembered for. 02:16 Visualizing a Successful 2024 02:57 Decision 1: Choose to Focus on Your Dreams 05:27 Decision 2: Choose an Outward Perspective 08:09 Decision 3: Don't Go It Alone 14:15 Decision 4: Choose to be Healthy 17:47 Decision 5: Choose to be Happy 19:32 Decision 6: Choose to Journal 20:57 Decision 7: Choose Discomfort 23:08 Recap of Decisions and Final Thoughts Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: Benefits of Journaling (w/ Nick Bertram) (Podcast Episode #56) If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. This show contains content, including information provided by guests, that is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to replace or substitute for any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, financial, legal or other advice. Decide Your Legacy LLC as well as its affiliates and subsidiaries (including their respective employees, agents and representatives) make no representations or warranties concerning the content and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning the content including any treatment or action taken by any person following the information offered or provided within or through this show. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

In this episode we are going to discuss the importance of overcoming fear to build better connections with others. We reveal three key attitudes for making new friendships and enhancing existing ones: viewing people as fascinating, finding ways to assist them, and seeing conflict as an opportunity to grow. I’ll also share personal experiences, give insights on managing internal conflicts, and offer tips on how listeners can build self-confidence. 01:18 The Importance of Getting to Know People 02:06 About the Host and His Passion 02:37 Sharing Personal Experiences and Encouraging Listeners 03:08 Facing Fears and Building Connections 04:42 The Importance of Journaling and Self-Reflection 05:23 Meeting New People and Building Relationships 06:47 The Three Attitudes to Develop 07:36 Building Self Confidence 10:00 The Power of Helping Others 15:18 The Role of Conflict in Relationships Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: 15 Ways Adults Can Make Friends (post) by Adam Gragg If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. This show contains content, including information provided by guests, that is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to replace or substitute for any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, financial, legal or other advice. Decide Your Legacy LLC as well as its affiliates and subsidiaries (including their respective employees, agents and representatives) make no representations or warranties concerning the content and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning the content including any treatment or action taken by any person following the information offered or provided within or through this show. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

It’s time to make connections with new people. In this episode of the Decide Your Legacy Podcast, I explore the idea of reaching out to new people and turning them into friends or contacts. We delve into how we can view new faces as interesting people and opportunities for growth. I share experiences where I did something uncomfortable, which resulted in forming deeper connections with others. We will also discuss how individuals can use a 'how can I help?' mindset to build connections. Moreover, I explain how viewing conflict as positive can be beneficial to creating new relationships. Through personal anecdotes and insights, I emphasize the importance of taking action, challenging personal mindsets, and helping others to facilitate transformation and personal growth. 00:44 The Importance of Meeting New People 02:23 Personal Story: Reconnecting with an Old Friend 03:46 The Challenge of Engaging with Strangers 06:54 Benefits of Meeting New People 08:11 Overcoming Negativity Bias 10:49 Building Self Confidence 14:58 Viewing People as Interesting 17:25 Helping Others as a Way to Connect 18:43 The Power of Generosity and Helping Others 20:14 The Role of Trust in Building Relationships 20:38 Expanding Business and Team 21:38 The Impact of Generosity in Daily Life 23:11 Differing Opinions and Conflict 24:48 Understanding and Respecting Different Perspectives 29:46 The Value of Every Individual 32:40 The Power of Action and Transformation Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: StoryCorps Video 15 Ways Adults Can Make Friends (post) by Adam Gragg If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. This show contains content, including information provided by guests, that is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to replace or substitute for any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, financial, legal or other advice. Decide Your Legacy LLC as well as its affiliates and subsidiaries (including their respective employees, agents and representatives) make no representations or warranties concerning the content and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning the content including any treatment or action taken by any person following the information offered or provided within or through this show. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

It’s Mental Health Month and today we are going to delve deeper into keys to developing mental toughness. He explains its implications for life challenges, delaying gratification, building a more profitable outcome, and promoting faith in influencing your future. Today it’s going to be the actions that you can take. On this episode we discuss: 01:22 Celebrating 100th Episode and Podcast Promotion 02:09 Personal Experiences and Mental Health Awareness 02:56 Understanding Mental Toughness and Self-Assessment 03:32 Observations from a Business Environment 04:51 Four Keys to Mental Toughness 07:26 The Importance of Planning Fun 09:53 Understanding and Dealing with Anxiety 13:23 The Power of Asking for Help 19:32 Doing the Next Right Thing 25:21 Conclusion and Call to Action Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: The Root of Your Stress (Podcast Episode #99) How to Be a Better Friend to Yourself (post) by Adam Gragg 11 Fun Ice Breakers for Work Meetings and Social Events (post) by Adam Gragg If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. This show contains content, including information provided by guests, that is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to replace or substitute for any professional medical, counseling, therapeutic, financial, legal or other advice. Decide Your Legacy LLC as well as its affiliates and subsidiaries (including their respective employees, agents and representatives) make no representations or warranties concerning the content and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning the content including any treatment or action taken by any person following the information offered or provided within or through this show. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

On this episode of the Decide Your Legacy podcast, we discuss how to get to the root of stress to prevent it from hindering life. You’ll hear my own experience with nail-biting due to stress and fear. We’ll talk about the importance of identifying stressful situations, acknowledging the physical reactions to stress, noting the thoughts contributing to the stress, and understanding its connection to the past. Finally emphasizing the importance of facing these fears and taking necessary actions like journaling and consulting with family or a therapist to root it out. The journey requires discomfort, but overcoming it leads to transformational change. 00:39 When I stopped biting my nails 00:59 Welcome to the Podcast and Host Introduction 02:01 Personal Anecdote and Importance of Facing Fears 02:58 Identifying Stress Triggers 03:48 Understanding Fear and Its Impact 04:19 Personal Experience with Fear and Change 05:16 Understanding Anxiety as a Self-Protection Mechanism 06:17 Identifying Negative Thoughts and Emotions 07:15 Steps to Find the Root of Your Fear 13:33 Understanding How Feelings Impact Perspective 17:44 Connecting Stress Triggers to Past Experiences 21:43 Facing Your Fears and Taking Action 24:08 Recap and Final Thoughts 25:18 Podcast Conclusion and Sign Off Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

Sometimes things get in the way of seeing what is possible. I used to have a great vision for a bright future back in 2015, but challenges I faced put me in survival mode and I lost sight of it. You may feel the same way but today we are going to break down those barriers together. On this episode we discuss: Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

Many times when I’m speaking with a client I have to engage in courageous honesty. People will avoid things that are uncomfortable truths in their life. Today we are going to get into several key items you won’t want to hear (but can be incredibly powerful). On this episode we discuss: Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Top 5 Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

Social skills can be a powerful way to develop the life you've always wanted. In this episode we get down to how you can be more encouraging to those around you and the impact that can have on your life. And don't forget to sign up for Tune Up For Life (and use the code "mylifepurpose" to get $100 off)! On this episode we discuss: Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Resources: If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Episode 14:Finding Your Life Purpose (podcast) Episode 3: Asking Great Questions (podcast) 20 Questions to Ignite Meaningful Conversation (article) Speaker/Listener Bookmark Emotions Bookmark 5 Languages of Appreciation in The Workplace (book) 9 Key Social Skills Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! NEW FREE GUIDE! 5 Days to overpowering anxiety! Get 50 free relationship building questions and a free e-book on life balance! Get personalized coaching from Adam! Adam is a life coach and counselor who specializes in helping individuals and organizations find transformational clarity. He specializes in anxiety, depression, life & career transitions, adolescent challenges, and family counseling. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

When I get a coach for anything, I pay for everything up front. I do this so that I force a level of commitment that allows me to take responsibility with my life. That responsibility is power and today we’re going to define several actions you can take right now to grab responsibility by the horns. On this episode we discuss: Resources: If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

I’ve had people in my life use manipulation to create leverage that allows them to achieve their goals. But there is a way to handle these situations effectively to keep yourself in check. On this episode we discuss: Resources: Assertiveness Activity Select a specific interpersonal challenge you’re currently dealing with, will most likely face soon, or that you’ve unsuccessfully addressed in the past. Answer the questions for addressing this issue using this DEAR MAN Assertiveness Worksheet. Save the worksheet on your desktop, fill in your answers, save it again, and email it back to me before your next session. If you found this information helpful, SUBSCRIBE TODAY and you’ll receive our Free Video & Workbook Shatterproof Yourself: 7 Small Steps to a Giant Leap in Your Mental Health. Get free content to start your legacy journey Decide Your Legacy Corporate & Group Workshops Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg Connect with Decide Your Legacy! Adam Gragg is a Legacy Coach, Blogger, Podcaster, Speaker, & Mental Health Professional for nearly 25 years. Adam’s life purpose is helping people & organizations find transformational clarity that propels them forward to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave their chosen legacy. He’s ultra-practical in his approach, convinced that engaging in self-reflective ACTION & practical tools, practiced consistently, WILL transform your life. He specializes in life transitions, career issues, and helping clients overcome anxiety, depression & trauma. Contact Adam HERE. if you're interested in getting started on deciding YOUR legacy. Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!