Hosts: Andrew Dewar & Catherine Collins

What does it actually take to grow into your best self—not just once, but every single day? In this episode, Andrew and Catherine break down the mindset, strategies, and small daily decisions that lead to ongoing self-improvement. They share hard-earned insights on how to enjoy the process of becoming, rather than chasing the elusive finish line of success. From their own lifestyle shifts to practical coaching tools, this episode is for anyone who wants to feel proud of their growth and find peace in the present.

• Why achievers often struggle with contentment
• How to enjoy where you are and pursue growth
• Why being kind to yourself speeds up results
• What the "energy of improvement" really means
• The dangers of trying to fix everything at once
• Steps to build momentum that actually sticks

1. Start with why you want to improve—what’s your real motivation?
2. Narrow your focus to one area or habit at a time.
3. Make your first step so small it feels silly.
4. Track your gain, not your gap.
5. Be kind to yourself every step of the way.

Andrew’s Aha Moments:

• “If being hard on yourself worked, you'd be happy by now.”
• “Happiness isn't in the future. It's a choice you make now.”
• “You need to build trust with yourself by keeping small promises.”
• “Start every step as if you could only pick 10 changes for life.”
• “Every puzzle gets solved one piece at a time. So does your life.”

Catherine’s Aha Moments:

• “Kindness to yourself is the biggest cheat code in self-growth.”
• “Try a slow roll. Habits stick better that way.”
• “Improving your life should be joyful—not punishment.”
• “You can love your life now and still want more.”
• “Even thinking about improving your life is a form of growth.”

Andrew: A short read called Walking Your Blues Away by Thom Hartmann. It unlocked the science behind walking as emotional therapy and daily healing. Highly recommend!

Catherine: Bulletproof Coffee Pods from Amazon. An easy, on-the-go version of the full Bulletproof morning routine. Tastes good, feels even better!

• Walking Your Blues Away by Thom Hartmann: Amazon Affiliate Link
• Bulletproof Coffee Pods – Amazon

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