When you see someone talking to themself in public, your first thought might be that person is a little crazy and maybe has mental health issues. But what if it's actually one of the most powerful forms of self-leadership?

In today's episode, I'll show you how using your own voice can immediately transform your mental and emotional state, elevate your focus, and help you lead yourself through any challenge.

I'll share a story about a close friend who inspired me with his daily "self-talk" practice, and how I came to realize he wasn't acting crazy—he was actually being very intentional. Over time, I discovered that speaking affirmations and prayers out loud with intensity, not just thinking them silently, has a far more profound impact on my mental, emotional state, and physical nervous system.

Lastly, I'll walk you through a simple 14-day challenge that you can track and rate the impact it's having on you. Because the truth is, silence helps you observe your mind, but your voice can lead it.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Why talking to yourself out loud isn't crazy, it's conscious self-leadership.
• How spoken affirmations and prayers can instantly shift your emotions.
• The science behind distanced self-talk and how it reprograms your identity.
• The difference that silence and speaking out loud has on your Miracle Morning.
• A 14-day challenge to strengthen your focus, faith, and mindset.

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What if aging didn't have to mean slowing down or fading out—but instead became the most vibrant and meaningful chapter of your life? Too many people see 50 and beyond as a slow decline, but the truth is, the way you think, move, and care for your body can completely redefine how you experience your later years.

Today, I'm joined by my friend and co-author of The Miracle Morning After 50: A Proven Path to Joy, Vitality, and Purpose for Aging Adults, Dwayne J. Clark. Dwayne is the CEO of Aegis Living and a longevity expert who's spent 40 years studying the daily habits and mindset of over 80,000 people—many who've lived well into their 90s and beyond.

In our conversation, Dwayne shares the powerful lessons he's learned from interviewing dozens of centenarians, how inflammation is a significant factor of aging, and why longevity is as much about attitude and perspective as it is about science.

We also explore how to adapt your Miracle Morning practices to thrive after 50. We talked about how movement, meditation, and mindset can dramatically improve your overall wealth and wellbeing and simple habits to ensure your best years are ahead of you, not in the rearview.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The Story Behind The Miracle Morning After 50
• Why Dwayne Dedicated His Life to Helping Seniors
• Reframing Aging: How to Thrive in the Second Half of Life
• Why Hal and Dwayne Decided to Write the Book
• Lessons From 100-Year-Olds on How to Live Well
• The 5 Diseases That Kill Most Americans (and How to Prevent Them)
• Tools to Reduce Inflammation (Red Light, Sauna, Cold Plunge)
• The Mirror Syndrome: Looking Healthy but Dying Inside
• Preventative Health Tests That Can Add Years to Your Life
• How Technology Is Taking Years Off Our Life As We Move Less
• The Power of Visualization and Manifesting What You Want
• What 100-Year-Olds Teach Us About Resilience and Perspective
• Peace at Night: The Real Goal of a Well-Lived Life
• How to Make the Rest of Your Life the Best of Your Life

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Feelings of regret can be one of life's heaviest burdens. I'm sure most people have choices and decisions that they've regretted in their lives, and I'm no different. But what I've learned is that regret doesn't have to be a source of suffering; it can be one of our greatest teachers if we let it.

In today's episode, I thought I'd share a very personal letter that I recently wrote to my kids about the biggest regrets of my life. Things like all the precious moments that I've missed that I'll never get back, and moving away from loved ones I wish I'd stayed close to. These are the lessons that taught me that family and loved ones should always come first, no matter what.

Ultimately, this episode is about learning to release the weight of regret and transform it into wisdom. We can't change the past, but we can use it to shape a more intentional, love-centered future. My hope is that you'll reflect on your own life, forgive yourself for what you can't undo, learn from it, and make different choices moving forward. This way, when you look back on your life, you won't be reliving the past; you'll look back fondly on what matters most.

P.S. My newest book, The Miracle Morning After 50: A Proven Path to Joy, Vitality, and Purpose for Aging Adults, co-authored with Dwayne J. Clark, is now available for pre-order at MiracleMorningafter50.com. If you're over 50—or have a loved one who is—this book will help to live with purpose and joy in the second half of life.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• How Regret Can Be a Powerful Teacher If We Accept It
• The Importance of Choosing Family and Loved Ones First
• Why Being Present Matters More Than Money or Promotions
• How to Let Go of the Past and Turn Regret Into Wisdom
• Create a Life You'll Never Look Back on With Regret

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