In this special episode, recorded in the beautiful, snowy Whitefish Lake, Montana, I dive into the powerful cycle of life and success. I reflect on the powerful cycle of growth: how good times create weakness, and tough times build strength. Life is about doing hard things and finding fulfillment in the face of challenges. Tune in for a message of resilience, purpose and facing the hard things.

I dreaded the day knowing it was coming…and it’s here. Since my son Luke was in the 7th grade and he started playing Pop Warner football, I always put a “helmet note” in his helmet the night before every game. I did the same thing with my son Brady as well, albeit a different message. I do the same thing with what I call “Cleat Notes” for my daughter McKenna’s lacrosse and soccer games now. But this weekend is my last HELMET NOTE.

WOW. I’ve never shared a HELMET NOTE publicly…until today. 10+ years of writing notes before ALL their games. Sometimes it’s a few sentences. Normally it’s a few paragraphs. Every now and then it’s a bit longer. Today, it’s DEEP.

On today’s IMPACT SHOW podcast, you will hear…

• How my father started the tradition of “Helmet Notes” with me as a 6th-Grade
  Pop Warner player and the IMPACT it had on me.
• The frame-work of every HELMET NOTE or CLEAT NOTE.
• Why do “Helmet Notes” or “Cleat Notes” for your kids?
• My LAST HELMET NOTE.
• “9” Traits of Greatness.
• What can you do for your kids, or grand-kids, or those you coach/mentor?

While this weekend will be Luke’s last college football game and I’m excited to see him play, I’m also excited to drop some gems in this one that are going to serve him the rest of his life. Here we go…

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In today’s episode, we’re diving into the power of the 5-5-5 breathwork technique: breathing in for 5 seconds, holding for 5, and breathing out for 5. This simple but effective practice is perfect for those moments when you need to reset, calm the mind, or find a moment of clarity. I’ll guide you through a session so you can feel the effects firsthand, whether you’re starting your day, managing stress, or winding down.Join me as we breathe, hold, and release together—helping you recenter and recharge, one breath at a time.