

The Successful Mind Podcast
The Successful Mind Podcast
A podcast focused on achieving success and developing a winning mindset.
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Oct 6, 2025 • 21min
Control Your Focus, Increase Your Income
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Every result you see in your life comes from one thing—where you place your attention. That’s why you must control your focus. It isn’t about working harder or waiting for conditions to change. It’s about deciding what outcome you want and refusing to give your energy to anything else. Why you must control your focusI learned early on that staring at problems only makes them grow. When you constantly ask, “How do I fix this mess?” you end up multiplying it. The real shift happens when you direct your mind toward creation. To control your focus is to claim authority over your state, your decisions, and your income. How I rebuilt by learning to control your focusYears ago, an embezzlement gutted my company overnight. The debt was overwhelming, and for two weeks I obsessed over anger and revenge. Nothing changed—until I realized I had to control your focus and move forward. I renegotiated the debt myself, picked up the phone, and asked for help. Within twelve months, we had completely replaced everything that was lost. That turnaround only happened because I stayed locked on the end result instead of the chaos in front of me. When you control your focus, you shift your energy. You stop feeding fear and start feeding results. The key is simple: decide what you want, choose the emotion that matches it, and then take bold action in that direction. This episode is a reminder that your future is waiting for you the moment you decide to control your focus and increase your income.
Episode 274 – Control & Why People Can’t Find Themselves Episode 397 – The Power of Will – Part I Episode 631 – The Law of Polarity and the Power of Decision
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You are successful on paper… but why doesn’t it feel like freedom?
This November, I’m bringing together a group of driven entrepreneurs for a 2-day business intensive where we strip away the fear, resistance, and patterns that quietly cap your growth, and get you clear on your next breakthrough.
Together, we’ll uncover what’s been holding you back, claim the freedom you’ve been chasing, and walk away with the clarity and courage to lead your business — and your life — on your terms.
And because business growth isn’t just about mindset, Steph Tuss is teaching a special marketing session on the latest business-building tactics that are working now. She’ll also answer your most pressing marketing questions.
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Sep 29, 2025 • 22min
Why Complacency Is Sabotaging Your Mindset
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Complacency doesn’t yell. It whispers — and you only notice it when it’s already sabotaged your momentum. In this episode, I dive into how a recovery mindset for success is your best protection against mindset relapse. This isn’t about willpower or hype — it’s about discipline. Because success requires daily work on who you are, not just what you do. When you stop working your mindset, the old you starts working you. What a Recovery Mindset for Success Looks LikeI unpack the silent signs of backsliding and why “I’ll get back to it tomorrow” is where the sabotage begins. Avoiding the Trap of Success ComplacencyYou’ll hear a powerful story of someone who relapsed after 20 years — and how fast you can lose everything if you stop doing what works. Takeaways You Can Use Now:Why “just a day off” is a dangerous mindset trapThe small signs that signal a mindset relapseWhat discipline looks like after you’ve already succeededHow to reset your recovery mindset for success todayIf you’ve ever made progress and then stalled, this episode will show you why — and what to do about it.
Episode 544 – What Exactly is Leverage? Episode 542 – Reverse Engineer Your Vision Episode 44 – Making a Transformation – Part III
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You are successful on paper… but why doesn’t it feel like freedom?
This November, I’m bringing together a group of driven entrepreneurs for a 2-day business intensive where we strip away the fear, resistance, and patterns that quietly cap your growth, and get you clear on your next breakthrough.
Together, we’ll uncover what’s been holding you back, claim the freedom you’ve been chasing, and walk away with the clarity and courage to lead your business — and your life — on your terms.
And because business growth isn’t just about mindset, Steph Tuss is teaching a special marketing session on the latest business-building tactics that are working now. She’ll also answer your most pressing marketing questions.
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Sep 22, 2025 • 14min
Vision Over Hard Work: Create Wealth With Less Grind
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From the very start, I want you to hear this: vision over hard work is the real pathway to building lasting wealth. Most people think they’ll earn more by pushing harder, working longer, and carrying more of the load themselves. The truth is, that mindset keeps you trapped in the same grind you’re trying to escape. When you lead with vision, you create a business that runs without you being chained to every moving part, and that’s when wealth begins to flow with less grind. Why Vision Over Hard Work Creates WealthThe problem is that many entrepreneurs unknowingly recreate a job inside their business. They measure success by how much they personally accomplish in a day, instead of by the results their team and systems can deliver. This is the middle-class trap—it feels productive, but it keeps you locked in a cycle where money stops the moment you stop. Vision over hard work flips that completely. Shifting From Hustle to LeverageEverything changes when you step back, see the bigger picture, and lead from that place. Your energy shifts from chasing sales and putting out fires to identifying opportunities, attracting the right people, and building structures that work whether you’re there or not. You stop reacting to what’s urgent and start creating what’s important. That’s the point where your time, energy, and decisions compound into wealth. Living the Vision-First MindsetThis episode will challenge the belief that hard work is the highest virtue. It’s not about doing more; it’s about doing the right things in the right way, guided by a vision that excites you. Once you embrace vision over hard work, you’ll discover that creating wealth with less grind isn’t just possible—it’s the only way to scale without losing yourself in the process.
Episode 603 – Unshakable Foundations: Diving Deep Into Faith – Part II Episode 544 – What Exactly is Leverage? Episode 44 – Making a Transformation – Part III
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Sep 15, 2025 • 14min
Breaking the Money Panic: How to Shut Down Middle-Class Thinking
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Most people were raised with middle-class thinking — believing money is scarce, bills come first, and opportunities are limited. That conditioning creates constant stress and keeps the panic cycle alive. Breaking the Money Panic: The Real Problem Isn’t MoneyThe truth is, money panic has nothing to do with the balance in your account. It’s about identity and belief. Middle-class thinking trains you to see limits first — “I can’t afford it” — instead of asking, “How will I make it happen?” Breaking the Money Panic by Changing Your Origin StoryYou’ve been taught to believe you are the product of your environment. That’s false. When you shift to knowing you’re a creator with unlimited potential, you stop reacting to money from fear. Breaking the Money Panic with New HabitsReplacing middle-class thinking means focusing daily on where you’re going, not what’s missing. By staying anchored in vision rather than limitation, you naturally spot possibilities you once overlooked. You begin to lead your money decisions instead of letting fear dictate them. When you commit to breaking the money panic, you open the door to a different future — one shaped by intention, not reaction.
Episode 276 – Change Your Money Mindset Episode 371 – Reprogram Your Middle Class Mindset Episode 666 – The Money is Already Here: Rewriting Your Financial Reality
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Sep 8, 2025 • 14min
Law of Polarity: Unlocking the Truth Behind Your Obstacles
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When you truly grasp the law of polarity obstacles, every challenge transforms into a signpost for growth. In this episode of The Successful Mind Podcast, I reveal why obstacles are never random—and why the exact opposite of your problem already exists, waiting for you to claim it. Law of Polarity Obstacles: The Key to the Next StepObstacles aren’t roadblocks—they’re invitations. The law of polarity obstacles principle says the opposite side of every challenge is always present. You don’t need to know how to get there. That’s not your job. Your role is to commit 100% to moving forward, no half-hearted decisions allowed. The 3 Steps to Using the Law of Polarity Obstacles Step 1 — See the Obstacle as a Signpost, Not a Stop SignEvery challenge points you toward what you must be, do, or have next. If the problem exists, so does its solution. Step 2 — Commit 100% (No Half-Hearted Decisions)Your full commitment activates the resources, ideas, and people you need to break through. Step 3 — Let Go of the “How”How” is not your job—clarity and courage are. Trust that the path will unfold once you decide. Applying the Law of Polarity Obstacles in BusinessEntrepreneurs have a “magical key”—the ability to create resources. Unlike those tied to a job, you can generate solutions at will. When you see challenges through the law of polarity obstacles lens, you stop fearing them and start using them as tools for expansion. Remember: Every obstacle contains its own solution.Your commitment level determines your breakthrough.You’re already equipped for the next step.Past fears have no power unless you give it to them.Start using the law of polarity obstacles to navigate challenges with clarity, courage, and confidence.
Episode 631 – The Law of Polarity and the Power of Decision Episode 396 – The Closer the Breakthrough the Bigger the Obstacle Episode 355 – The Law of Polarity
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Sep 1, 2025 • 16min
From Old Patterns to New Pathways: How to Reprogram Your Mind for Success
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When you learn to reprogram your mind, everything changes. In this episode, I’m showing you how every reaction, choice, and experience either keeps you stuck in old patterns or opens up new pathways for success. Why I Focus on How to Reprogram Your MindEvery time I choose to respond differently in a familiar situation, I reprogram my mind. That simple shift helps me see the path forward and the tools I need. When I fall back into the same reactions, I reinforce old wiring—and that blocks opportunity. How I Reprogram My Mind DailyReprogramming your mind isn’t about running away from your life. For me, it’s about changing how I show up. If I bring a better attitude to the same office, the same people, the same tasks, I create a brand-new experience—and with it, new opportunities. Stepping Into New Pathways for SuccessOpportunities are always around you. If you don’t reprogram your mind, you won’t see them. When I make new choices and step into new experiences, I train my brain to recognize the doors that were always there. Today, break one small pattern in your life. Shift your approach and watch for the tools, allies, and possibilities that appear.
Episode 681 – Reprogram Your Subconscious Mind Episode 371 – Reprogram Your Middle Class Mindset Episode 347 – Distractions Are Distractions
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Aug 25, 2025 • 20min
Change Your Goal, Change Your Reality
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In this episode of The Successful Mind Podcast, I share a life-altering insight: change your goal and everything changes. Years ago, I was stuck—financially, emotionally, and mentally. I thought the solution was to find more money. What I didn’t realize was that my thinking was boxed in by too small a goal. The breakthrough? Shifting my goal—not my circumstances. Why a Goal Shift Changes EverythingChanging your goal isn’t just motivational talk—it’s transformational in how your mind sees reality. When I made a bigger goal, my perception shifted. I saw opportunities I was blind to. Within 30 days, I landed a higher-paying job—after two years of spinning my wheels. The Bigger the Goal, the Bigger the AwarenessThis change didn’t just solve one problem—it solved multiple. Bigger goals demand bigger awareness. And here’s the kicker: once I stepped into entrepreneurship, I finally had the ability—not just potential—to earn. Change your goal, and your vehicle to wealth changes too. What You Can Do Right NowWrite down the goal you’re currently chasingAsk: is it based on your current limits or future potential?Upgrade it. Even slightly.Watch your perception open up.What’s one area of your life that needs a goal upgrade? Change your goal—and everything else will follow. Share this episode with someone stuck in survival mode.
Episode 98 – What Happens When You Don’t Hit a Goal Episode 130 – Knowing Yourself When Setting a Goal in Business Episode 616 – The Door to Opportunity Will Instantly Open for You
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Aug 18, 2025 • 22min
Conscious Choice: Unlocking the Code to Stop Living on Autopilot
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In this episode of The Successful Mind Podcast, I dive deep into the truth behind conscious choice—a principle that unlocks the code to stop living on autopilot. Most people unknowingly let their subconscious dictate their experiences. But when you learn to engage your power of conscious choice, you flip the script.Unlocking the Power of Conscious ChoiceConscious choice is the tool that lets you reclaim authorship of your life. I walk you through the mechanics of how your subconscious scripts your reactions—and how becoming aware of this pattern allows you to choose, not react.Stop Running on AutopilotIf you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or constantly in “reaction mode,” this episode is your wake-up call. You’ll discover the exact mechanism in your mind that keeps you looping and how to engage conscious choice to break free from it in real time.Take Aligned Action with Conscious ChoiceYou’ll learn how to recognize the subconscious programs running your behavior—and how to interrupt them with deliberate action. We cover practical steps that put conscious choice back in the driver’s seat of your success.This isn’t just a mindset shift—it’s a power shift. It’s time to learn how conscious choice rewires your results, your relationships, and your reality.
Episode 683 – Mastering Decision: The Hidden Force Behind Your RealityEpisode 664 – The Wealth Code: Rewiring Your Money IdentityEpisode 633 – The Art of Conscious Decision-Making
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Aug 11, 2025 • 23min
How Your Mind Creates Your Reality (and What to Do About It)
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Your mind is creating your reality—every moment, every reaction, every decision. In this episode, I break down the invisible programming running your life and show you how to reclaim your power. Most people react to life based on past pain, not present potential. That’s not living—that’s surviving.Subconscious Programming and How Your Mind Creates Your RealityThe subconscious mind stores thousands of emotional reactions. These responses are automatic—and they feel real. But they’re not the truth. They’re habits. And if you never question them, they’ll keep running your life. I dive into the illusion your mind creates and how to interrupt it. Emotional Triggers and How Your Mind Creates Your RealityMost people don’t realize they’re living out an old story. Every time you feel triggered, it’s a sign. Not that something’s wrong—but that something needs to be healed. When you finally understand how your mind creates your reality, you can respond with intention instead of fear.Action Steps to Align with How Your Mind Creates Your RealityNotice when you’re reacting instead of choosingAsk, “Is this the truth, or just a pattern?”Choose a new belief—and repeat it until it feels trueVisualize your desired reality, dailyReplace reaction with creationWhen you understand how your mind creates your reality, you stop reacting and start living intentionally. Don’t let old programming run your life. Let’s flip the switch—and start creating what you actually want.
Episode 669 – The Separation Principle: Mastering Your Mind for Financial FreedomEpisode 668 – Breaking Your Success Threshold: The Hidden Code Behind Wealth CreationEpisode 588 – Master Your Mind: Understanding Your Current Operating System
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Aug 4, 2025 • 20min
Stop Seeking External Validation: How the Universe Really Responds
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Let me be real with you—it’s time to stop seeking external validation. That need for approval? It’s robbing you of power, money, and freedom. You were not put here to chase permission. You were put here to create.Stop Seeking External Validation in SalesIn sales, the moment you seek someone else’s approval, you’ve already weakened your position. The universe doesn’t care if you gave $20 or $20,000. It doesn’t keep score—it responds to belief. That’s what I teach inside the law of relativity. When you assign value, you create meaning. But if you’re comparing or judging, you’re blocking the flow.Why the Universe Responds to ExpectationWhen you stop seeking external validation, you start giving from truth—not fear. The law is simple: what you put out returns—not because of how much, but because of what you expect. Give with expectation, not attachment. Expect abundance. If you want a different outcome, raise your expectations. Let go of doubt. Let go of needing to be liked. Start showing up like your results are inevitable. Learn why it’s time to stop seeking external validation and stand fully in your authority.
Episode 578 – Supercharge Your Success – Embrace the Power of ExpectationEpisode 352 – Setting High ExpectationsEpisode 199 – Approval Addiction
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