Business Minds Coffee Chat 282: Kevin Miller | Navigating Life Transitions
Sep 18, 2025
Kevin Miller, a former professional cyclist turned entrepreneur and author, shares his journey of navigating life transitions. He reflects on the challenges of linking identity to achievements, which led to burnout and damaged relationships. Kevin emphasizes the power of self-awareness and the importance of defining oneself moment-by-moment. He explores the common pitfalls during transitions and the missed opportunities for growth. With insights on overcoming identity-based anxiety and practicing self-compassion, his advice is both profound and practical.
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Perception Is Not Objective Reality
- Kevin realized his perception of reality was just his own unique lens, not objective truth.
- That awareness revealed how many of his lifelong beliefs were subjective and caused harm.
Burnout From Being The Hero
- Kevin describes building an oversized life and identity around being the fixer and hero, which eventually left him bitter.
- That bitterness and repeated burnout forced him to confront limits and re-examine who he really was.
Identity As Present Choice
- Kevin defines self as who he is choosing to be in the present, not what he does.
- He emphasizes continuous, moment-by-moment conscious choice and awareness as identity.
