The Next Level Blog
From Broken to Building: What the Veteran Community Can Learn from Athletes About Belonging
Athletes and veterans share similar challenges in transitioning to civilian life — but one community thrives where the other struggles. Here’s what The Post taught me about identity, belonging, and growth beyond the uniform.
From Hustle to Harmony: When Leadership Finally Starts to Serve You
Discover how to shift from constant hustle to strategic harmony. Learn why alignment, structure, and clarity create true freedom in leadership.
How Intentional Adversity Creates Aligned Leadership
Discover how intentional adversity and vulnerability fuel aligned leadership with Mycal Anders. Learn how to find your 20% and evolve without burnout.
Alignment Over Discipline: The Hidden Key to Lasting Performance
Struggling to stay consistent? Discover why alignment — not discipline — is the key to lasting health, performance, and leadership success.
Brett Stern: Systems Empower Discipline
Former athlete Brett Stern shares how he rebuilt discipline after sport, turned lessons from tennis into business success, and launched OneThrive to help others thrive.
Redefining Yourself After the Military & Sport
Learn from Navy SEAL Mike Wisecup how to redefine yourself after the military or sport and build a life aligned with your values.
Walking in the Shadows: Unlocking Resilience Through Nervous System Regulation
Discover how shadow work and nervous system regulation unlock resilience, reduce chronic stress, and help leaders show up at their best.
Why Ownership Is the Missing Link in Your Transformation
Lasting change comes when ownership shifts from your coach to you. Discover how alignment and the “next easiest step” create unstoppable progress.
Finding Gratitude in the Storm: Lessons from Rachel Gitlevich
Author Rachel Gitlevich shares her story of cancer, brain surgery, and resilience — and how gratitude can help you thrive through life’s toughest challenges.
Eryk Anders: Leaving It All In The Octagon
UFC veteran Eryk Anders on self-awareness, walking away on his own terms, fatherhood, and building a gym after fighting.
How Alignment Unlocks Growth and Healing
Scaling impact and healing trauma starts with alignment. Learn how core wounds drive patterns and why protecting your energy is key to leadership growth.
Why Alignment Beats Hustle in Entrepreneurship
Discover why alignment—not just hustle—is the secret to building a business that lasts without sacrificing your health or family.


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