

Apogee Strong
Matt Beaudreau
Apogee Strong's online mentorship program was created to provide you with the ideals young men need to become strong, successful leaders among leaders. The name Apogee comes from an astronomical term meaning "summit," a homage to the life we envision for each of our participants. A life where they have the tools they need to reach the greatest heights of their potential.
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Dec 22, 2023 • 1h 19min
Preserving Freedom: Countering the Threat of Indoctrination - Wisdom from Drago Dzeiran
Indoctrination can pose a threat to freedom by influencing individuals' thoughts and beliefs in a way that restricts critical thinking and independent perspectives. When people are subjected to narrow or biased information, it can curtail their ability to make informed choices and engage in open discourse. Preserving freedom necessitates a commitment to diverse viewpoints and the cultivation of critical thinking skills, countering the potential impact of indoctrination on individual liberties.
Drago Dzeiran imparts his life's lessons, wisdom, and counsel to everyone listening today. Remember, freedom is not just a right; it is the heartbeat of human dignity, the essence of individual expression, and the foundation of collective progress! Tune in as young leaders ask questions about life, personal growth, and more!
Quotes:
“Those advocating for socialism should understand what they're asking for.” – Drago Dzeiran
“Freedom is a generation away from being taken away from us. We need to protect it and fight for it.” – Drago Dzeiran
"If it doesn't sound right, if you feel that God would think that this is wrong, then most likely it is wrong." – Drago Dzeiran
Takeaways:
Before advocating for any system, it's crucial to understand its intricacies.
Freedom is precious and vulnerable therefore it is our responsibility to preserve it for the generations to come.
Trust your moral compass, that inner resonance with what's right. If it doesn't align with your sense of goodness or what you believe a higher power would endorse, listen to that intuition.
Conclusion:
The threat of indoctrination to freedom is evident in its influence on restricting critical thinking and independent perspectives. Safeguarding liberty requires a commitment to diverse viewpoints and the cultivation of critical thinking skills, countering the potential impact of narrow or biased information on individual freedoms.
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Dec 20, 2023 • 1h 20min
Balancing Hard Work and Mental Well-being for Sustainable Success: Insights from Brad Johnson
Balancing hard work with mental well-being is essential for sustained success and a fulfilling life. While dedication and effort drive accomplishments, neglecting mental health can lead to burnout and decreased overall satisfaction. Recognizing the symbiotic relationship between hard work and mental well-being is crucial for achieving lasting success and maintaining a healthy, balanced lifestyle.
Brad Johnson imparts his life's lessons, wisdom, and counsel to everyone listening today. Hard work is the foundation of success, but remember, taking care of your mental well-being is the scaffolding that ensures that success stands tall! Tune in as young leaders ask questions about life, personal growth, and more!
Quotes:
“I surround myself with a lot of people that push me, because it's easy to get in that rut and fall out of routine.” – Brad Johnson
“All of you will be faced with adversity sometime in your life. What makes you who you are is how you decide, the decisions you make around that adversity, and what you decide to do after it.” – Brad Johnson
"You can't control your own reputation, but you can control the choices that impact that reputation." – Brad Johnson
Takeaways:
Embrace the power of a supportive circle—where each member inspires the others to soar higher.
The essence of your character lies not in avoiding adversity, but in the choices you make amidst its challenges. Your decisions in the face of it sculpt the resilient soul that defines you.
Craft a legacy rooted in wise decisions, for it's the sum of these choices that shapes the narrative of your reputation.
Conclusion:
The importance of hard work and mental well-being lies in their harmonious connection, with diligent effort driving success and mental well-being serving as the foundation for resilience and fulfillment. Balancing both aspects is key to creating a sustainable and fulfilling life.
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Dec 18, 2023 • 1h 31min
Guiding Your Path with Authenticity: Overcoming Challenges and Nurturing Inner Strength
In the face of challenges, it's essential to hold onto your core values and beliefs, allowing them to guide your decisions and actions. Remaining true to your authentic self not only preserves your identity but also fosters a sense of resilience that empowers you to navigate obstacles with integrity. This steadfast commitment to authenticity ensures that, even in the toughest times, you emerge stronger while staying grounded in the essence of who you are.
Sam Scheid imparts his life's lessons, wisdom, and counsel to everyone listening today. Remember, amidst the storms of adversity, authenticity becomes your anchor — a steadfast commitment to self that guides you through challenges without compromising the essence of your identity! Tune in as young leaders ask questions about life, personal growth, and more!
Quotes:
“I knew I had to be that rock, that foundation, and that strength for them, because they need that in their young lives.” – Sam Scheid
“There's always a variable to every real-world scenario that perhaps you haven't trained for, so you have to continuously be getting better.” – Sam Scheid
"We're all different human beings. Figure out what you want from life." – Sam Scheid
Takeaways:
By being a reliable supportive force, you leave an enduring mark on the hearts and futures of those who rely on such steadfast support.
Embracing a mindset of continuous growth is a strategic response and a guiding principle, acknowledging that adaptability is key when faced with the ever-changing landscape of unpredictable scenarios.
Amidst the rich diversity of human experiences, the essence lies in individuality. Embrace the uniqueness of every human being.
Conclusion:
The journey of overcoming obstacles while staying true to oneself is a testament to authenticity and inner strength. Amid challenges, holding onto your core values and beliefs becomes essential, serving as a guiding force for decisions and actions.
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Dec 15, 2023 • 1h 41min
Unlocking Personal Empowerment: Navigating Life's Challenges with Resilience and Wisdom
Empowering yourself through overcoming life’s challenges is a journey that builds resilience and strength. Each challenge faced and conquered becomes a stepping stone toward personal growth and self-discovery. Embracing adversity as an opportunity for learning and growth enables individuals to develop a mindset that can turn obstacles into stepping stones. As you navigate through it with resilience and determination, you not only overcome obstacles but also inspire others by exemplifying the incredible power of personal empowerment through the storms of life.
Dave Hurt imparts his life's lessons, wisdom, and counsel to everyone listening today. Remember, empowerment is not about giving people power; it's about unlocking the power they already have within! Tune in as young leaders ask questions about life, personal growth, and more!
Quotes:
“The more I've lived, I've learned that actually, I was dealt the best possible hand because of what it taught me and the things I had to overcome.” – Dave Hurt
“Your life is up to you. Once you realize that, then you're empowered.” – Dave Hurt
"The true meaning of all of this is to provide for your family and to create value for others." – Dave Hurt
Takeaways:
Throughout your life, you realize that the challenges you faced served as teachers and opportunities for personal growth and resilience.
Empowerment unfolds when you recognize that the trajectory of your life lies in your own hands. You are in control of your own journey.
At its core, the essence of all endeavors is to provide for your family and contribute meaningful value to others, encapsulating a purpose that extends beyond personal gains to enrich the lives of those around you.
Conclusion:
Overcoming life's challenges requires resilience, self-belief, and a proactive mindset. Embracing difficulties as opportunities for growth can help individuals can empower themselves to navigate adversity and emerge stronger. This journey of self-empowerment not only builds character but also fosters a sense of capability and confidence, allowing individuals to face life's challenges with resilience and a renewed sense of purpose.
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Dec 13, 2023 • 1h
Unlocking Your Full Potential: Embracing Discipline for Lasting Personal Growth with Michael Ostrolen
Discipline is a cornerstone of personal development, serving as the guiding force that propels individuals toward their goals. By instilling habits of consistency and perseverance, discipline fosters the resilience needed to navigate challenges and setbacks. It empowers individuals to stay focused on long-term objectives, even in the face of immediate temptations or distractions. Ultimately, the cultivation of discipline is integral to unlocking one's full potential and achieving lasting personal growth.
Michael Ostrolenk imparts his life's lessons, wisdom, and counsel to everyone listening today. Remember, discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishments, shaping personal development with each intentional step taken! Tune in as young leaders ask questions about life, personal growth, and more!
Quotes:
“Life throws these crazy things at you and you just gotta adapt and suffer accordingly.” – Michael Ostrolenk
“Some of these things can be really challenging. You really want to race them as challenges to help you grow.” – Michael Ostrolenk
"Acknowledge your courage one move forward and get it done." – Michael Ostrolenk
Takeaways:
In the face of life's challenges, resilience lies in adaptation and a willingness to endure, embracing the journey with fortitude.
Viewing challenges as opportunities for growth can transform difficulties into catalysts for personal development and resilience.
Recognize your courage, take a step forward, and empower yourself to get things done.
Conclusion:
Discipline plays a crucial role in personal development, shaping consistent habits and instilling resilience. This steadfast approach empowers individuals to stay focused on
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Dec 11, 2023 • 1h 8min
Rising from Rock Bottom: Transform Your Life, Surround Yourself with Success, and Prepare the Next Generation
Are you at the rock bottom of your life? Do you want to get unstuck of our situation? Challenges and adversities are part of our life. No matter who and where we are, problems will come. Instead of quitting and staying miserable, bring yourself up and recreate yourself. Look at the mirror, and if you don’t like what you see, start to change. There is a way; just don’t stop, and you will arrive at your destination.
Byron Ovenstone is a husband, father, and transformational coach. In this episode, he will share his life experiences from being a UK cricket athlete to a financial consultant and finally as a coach. He also discusses how he recreated his life from the ground up. Listen as aspiring leaders ask questions about life, business, parenting, and more!
Quotes:
“There's more to this game called life. Instead of being miserable and just quitting, why don't we figure out how to recreate ourselves again, because clearly, we don't like what we created. So let's just rinse and repeat that formula.” – Byron Ovenstone
“I realized then that I just had to edit relationships accordingly, and I just distanced myself from toxicity.” – Byron Ovenstone
“My job as a dad is to prepare my son for what happens out there because the real world is unforgiving.” – Byron Ovenstone
Takeaways:
Surrounding yourself with the right kind of people is one of the keys to driving your way to success. You will realize that there is more to life than just making a lot of money and that your impact matters.
The truth is that after we eliminate all the negative influences in our lives—like toxic relationships and bad habits—we are free to develop new versions of ourselves. You'll start to see the opportunities around you once all the distractions are gone, and life will begin to place things in your way.
As a father, you aim to prepare your kids for whatever happens in their lives. Because the world is unforgiving, and sometimes life sucks. So, let your kids fail and guide them to learn how to manage things independently.
Conclusion:
Be consistent. Don’t stop learning and achieving until you’ve reached your goal. Success isn't just judged on money; it also considers the good we do for others. We can find fresh chances and successful routes by removing unfavorable influences and diversions. Furthermore, it's important for parents to help their kids develop self-sufficiency and experience failure to prepare them for life's trials better. By doing this, we can help raise a future generation that is more capable and loving.
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Dec 8, 2023 • 1h 2min
Unlocking Success: Embracing Failure, Learning from Mentors, and Self-Awareness for Growth
As we live, it is inevitable to make mistakes. And those failures can hold us back from moving forward in life. But remember, no matter what failure people encounter, if you take it as a lesson and move on, it can become a strength. Don’t let your failures end in failures. Learn the lessons from it, and you will be in for success.
Meet Aaron Amuchastegui–a real estate investor and podcast host. In this episode, Aaron shares his experience living two different lives in high school and how it led him to make devastating mistakes. He also talks about all the failures he had in his business and the important lessons he had taken from them. Be ready as future leaders ask about life, personal growth, entrepreneurship, real estate, and more!
Quotes:
“It's okay to fail because when failure happens, we will learn from it. So I encourage you guys to figure out what you are supposed to learn from your failure, and have the responsibility to move on, and just do it differently next time.” - Aaron Amuchastegui
“If I could just turn the volume down to 90%, then the traits that get me in all the trouble could actually create a whole bunch of success for me. So, if I still had the drive but didn't need to be quite as extreme, things would be good or better. And that's been my secret to success.” - Aaron Amuchastegui
“Be aware of why you're doing something or why you want to do something. We all have things we want to do and decisions that we make. And the sooner we are, the younger in life that we try to figure out what's causing us to do this, that'll help make sure we're making good decisions.” - Aaron Amuchastegui
Takeaways:
It is okay to have the mindset of doing your best at all times. But make sure to control and tone it down, leave some time for other things, and learn to balance your priorities. Do that, and it helps everything else be better.
Learning from others is the ultimate thing you need to do. Having mentors doesn’t mean you won’t make mistakes, but it helps you to make fewer and shallow mistakes. Additionally, taking lessons from other people puts you way ahead of everybody else.
Know who you are. Be aware of the reason why you want to do or achieve something. And the sooner you figure it out, the more you will make good decisions.
Conclusion:
Remember that balance is key. Giving your best is admirable, but don't forget to make room for life's other aspects. When you fail, learn from it. Make it your responsibility to move on and be better each time. Learning from mentors is a valuable shortcut to success; it won't eliminate mistakes but will make them less painful. Lastly, self-awareness is your compass; knowing why you do what you do leads to better decisions.
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Dec 6, 2023 • 59min
Embracing Challenges for Personal Growth: Insights from Darren Moorman
Personal growth is an ongoing journey of self-discovery and improvement, much like ascending an uphill path. Despite the steep and challenging terrain that life often presents, each step taken towards self-betterment fuels resilience and cultivates character. Embracing these obstacles as opportunities for growth not only strengthens one's resolve but also nurtures personal development. In the end, it's the uphill battles in life that forge individuals into their most resilient and empowered selves.
Darren Moorman imparts his life's lessons, wisdom, and counsel to everyone listening today. Embrace the discomfort of change, for it is the path to personal growth and transformation! Tune in as young leaders ask questions about life, personal growth, and more!
Quotes:
“I'll stay the course, continue to fight the battle, and do what it takes to bring out great content to the world.” – Darren Moorman
“It's the teamwork that brings out great creativity.” – Darren Moorman
"I've had to learn the hard way. I made a lot of mistakes along the way, but I’m very fortunate to be where I am." – Darren Moorman
Takeaways:
Embrace the commitment to persist and face challenges head-on on your path to success.
In the world of creativity, teamwork is the secret that transforms good ideas into something truly exceptional.
Life's toughest lessons often come with a side of mistakes, but they're the stepping stones that lead to our most fortunate destinations.
Conclusion:
Personal growth is like climbing a steep hill in life. Challenges and difficulties are the tools that help us become stronger and better. When we see these challenges as chances to grow, we become more resilient and empowered in the end.
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Dec 1, 2023 • 1h 17min
Unlocking Your Potential: Embracing Inspiration, Self-Discovery, and Motivation with Kevin Estela, Multi-Media Content Creator and Survival Expert
No man is an island. Everyone needs one another to survive in this life we have. Most importantly, for the youth generation who needs guidance and inspiration to acquire knowledge, skills, and self-awareness, critical things to become who they want to be.
Meet Kevin Estelal, Multi-Media Content Creator, Podcast Host, Blog Writer, Survival Instructor, And the director of training at Fieldcraft Survival. Join us as Kevin discusses his experiences and the lessons he learned on finding his creativity, the importance of seeking help and inspiration from other people, discovering your path in life, how to stay motivated, and more.
Quotes:
“You can't go through life on your own. It is absolutely okay to lean on people who will inspire you and encourage you to be a better version of yourself.” – Kevin Estela
“ Everything that doesn't defeat you makes you stronger. And whenever you have the opportunity to embrace strength and become stronger, take that chance.” - Kevin Estela
“It's really important that when you present yourself, no matter where you are, you are true to yourself.” – Kevin Estela
Takeaways:
You can’t live on your own. Everyone can seek knowledge and inspiration from others to gain self-awareness and be the best version of yourself.
It is easy to lose your motivation, so whenever you feel like losing it, think about what you must be thankful for that you should still
recognize. Just take a step back and observe what you do have.
Don’t use the word failure, because it only becomes a failure when you don’t learn. So don’t be afraid not to succeed; just ensure to pick up the lessons and takeaways from your defeats, utilize those learnings, and continue to walk towards your goals.
Conclusion:
Don’t be ashamed to get inspiration from others because they will guide you to tackle life challenges. Meet someone who inspires you and get to know them, but don’t imitate who they are; become the best version of yourself. And don’t be afraid to face failure because it is not a failure if you learn. Your learnings will fuel you to achieve success.
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Nov 29, 2023 • 1h 15min
Pioneering a Brighter Future: Stanton Hom's Vision for Unleashing Human Potential and Fighting Oppression
In this world governed by oppression, where lies prevail, and flawed systems are used to control the masses, many people struggle to live a life with freedom and joy. As such, the future generation must take action and pave the way towards a brighter world. Using the potential powers everyone has, nothing can stop us from reaching the future we yearn for.
In this episode, Stanton Hom shares his experiences in life about how he became a chiropractor, overcame four chronic illnesses, recognized the potential in every person, and how he is fighting for freedom in this dark world. Tune in as future generations ask questions about life, health, and more!
Quotes:
“Everything that I do is geared towards helping future generations express more of their inborn radically resilient, but also the genius level potential that most of us have never been taught that is how we are designed.” – Stanton Hom
“We are in a state of the world where two people behind this thing could hate it and never want to put on it, not believing it. But they are so socially afraid to say something that they will stay obedient and keep going. That said, I will never, ever quiet my voice. ” – Stanton Hom
“Everything you're learning today is the mental, physical, and spiritual ammunition you need to meet the challenges. Because the solution is not going to come from me, the solution is not going to come from Matt; the solution is going to come from you guys. Your light and your miraculous nature and your deep inspiration and purpose is going to fuel a lot of the answers. ” – Stanton Hom
Takeaways:
Everyone has a genius-level potential residing inside us. That is how we are designed. And so, for future generations, you must unlock this power and utilize it to change our dark world and create a brighter future.
Nowadays, people do not understand how grave the situation is and how it will negatively affect people’s lives. And others, despite being aware, are afraid to step up and fight. But if we want the oppression to stop, we need to take action and let them hear our voices.
Future generations, what you are learning and experiencing in your youth will prepare you for upcoming challenges you may face because the new generations are the hope that will light up the path in this dark world.
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