605: Identifying and Living What Matters Most

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Oct 1, 2025

Rediscover what truly matters in life with a simple three-step process. Explore how universal priorities shift through life's seasons and the common gap between declared values and daily actions. Hear a powerful personal story about how a cancer journey prompted a commitment to realign with family and health. Get inspired to write down your top priorities and make small changes to your schedule that reflect your values. This episode challenges you to live without regret and actively prioritize what you love most.

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Unexpected Mastermind Message

Hal describes an impromptu 15-minute speech he gave at an author mastermind after feeling called to speak about life's priorities.
He delivered the talk without notes, saying the message 'came through' and focused on what matters most beyond books and business.

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Universal Priorities And Seasons

Hal argues some priorities are universal (health, relationships, financial security) while others shift by life season.
He emphasizes that what matters most to you right now is a personal decision and can change over time.

ANECDOTE

Front Row Dads Origin Story

Hal recounts John Vroman realizing his family was an afterthought when asked what he did, which inspired Front Row Dads.
That conversation planted a seed about aligning work with family to avoid end-of-life regret.

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If someone asked you if your family, health, or relationships are your top priorities, you’d likely say, “Of course!”. But would your calendar or eating habits tell a different story?

Today, I’m going to walk you through a simple three-step process to help you identify, affirm, and live in alignment with what matters most to you.

This idea was inspired by a speech I gave at a mastermind, where I felt called to speak not about books or business, but about life’s most important priorities. I’ll share some of my own struggles with being hyper-focused on work and the powerful lessons I learned during my battle with cancer that forced me to reevaluate everything.

My hope is that this episode inspires you to pause and reflect on your own life. I encourage you to set aside 10 minutes today to write down what matters most to you, why it matters, and one small change you can make this week to align your schedule with your values. Taking these simple steps now will help to ensure that years from now, you can look back on your life with pride, not regret.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

The Universal Priorities That Matter Most
Why Many People Say Family Comes First—But Live Out of Alignment
The Story That Sparked the Front Row Dads Movement
How My Cancer Journey Helped Redefine My Daily Choices and Routines
The Three-Step Affirmation Formula for Living Your Priorities
Identifying and Living What Matters Most Prevents End-of-Life Regret

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