In this episode of Discipline of Doing, we sit down with musician and viral sensation Dylan Davidson to talk about the unseen cost of early fame, losing himself in the TikTok machine, walking away from music, and what it took to start over again. From his mental health battles and family emergencies to his powerful return to music, Dylan shares the real story behind the numbers.

If you’ve ever chased a dream, burned out, or felt lost this one’s for you.

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📍 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro
01:04 – Building a life on your phone & social media burnout
03:00 – Blowing up on TikTok in high school
05:40 – Getting heckled for going viral
07:15 – Mental toll of negative comments
08:52 – Finding confidence in music
11:10 – The dark side of TikTok fame
13:50 – Fake friendships & being used for views
17:00 – When Dylan knew he had to walk away
21:45 – Losing his best friend & shifting focus to music
24:10 – Taking care of his dad during heart transplant
29:40 – Alone in the park with just a guitar
33:00 – The emotional hospital moment that changed him
36:50 – Faith, identity, and being a provider
41:00 – The DM that changed everything
43:00 – Why he returned to music
45:00 – Going on tour for the first time
48:00 – Working with Avery Anna & building real friendships
51:20 – Fighting comparison & staying grounded
55:10 – Why authenticity matters more than ever
58:30 – Not setting hard finish lines
1:01:10 – Is Dylan afraid of fame now?
1:04:00 – What he’d tell his younger self

In this episode, we dive deep into how fitness and health have shaped our journeys as entrepreneurs. We break down our individual fitness backgrounds—where we started, how things have evolved, and the role discipline, training, and physical health play in showing up consistently for our business.

From early gym sessions to building structure through routine, we explore how taking control of your body often leads to taking control of your life—and your business.

Whether you're just starting your fitness journey or trying to balance it with business goals, this episode is for you.

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Chapters:

00:00 – Why fitness matters more than you think
03:00 – Defining “being in shape” and how that’s changed for us
09:00 – Function vs. aesthetics: what are we really training for?
14:00 – Running, lifting, and chasing the hardest version of yourself
20:00 – Our athletic backgrounds: childhood sports, college, and burnout
35:00 – Braxton’s journey through basketball, tennis, and body image
55:00 – How building a business led to weight gain and health setbacks
1:05:00 – What sparked the transformation (75 Hard, discipline, routines)
1:20:00 – The struggle of staying consistent when life gets chaotic
1:30:00 – Cyrus’s story: injury, identity crisis, and rebuilding after running
1:45:00 – Dirty bulks, cutting phases, and redefining success in the gym
2:00:00 – Competing with yourself vs. others — what actually drives us
2:10:00 – What we’re chasing next: Tough Mudder, performance, and purpose


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In this episode, we sit down with Brock Kelly, a D2 collegiate runner and rising content creator who’s built a powerful online presence from the unlikeliest of places—Mississippi.

With over 70K followers on Instagram and over 20K on YouTube, Brock shares how he used a stress fracture injury as the spark for growth, launching his daily Instagram series "The Daily Mile", and captivating audiences with high-quality, honest storytelling.

Whether you're a creator, athlete, or entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with insight on how to grow something real—even when you're starting small.

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00:00 - Maturing and Shifting Mindset in Running
04:41 - Relearning Quality over Quantity after Social Media Growth
06:55 - Finding Balance Between Social Media and Running
10:10 - Feelings Around Collegiate Running Coming to an End
12:03 - The Seasons When Content Was Doing Best
15:51 - Shifting Your Online Identity
19:56 - Where’s Your Energy Going Right Now?
23:25 - How Did You Navigate Brand Deals?
31:56 - Staying In School After Making Social Media Money
38:19 - How To Enjoy the Day to Day While Seeing the Big Picture
42:57 - Intentions over Everything
52:06 - Leaving Mississippi
53:38 - Blue Collar Work Ethic
57:34 - Is Going To a Big City The Right Move
1:01:26 - Outsourcing vs Solopreneurship
1:11:42 - What happens after achieving your dreams?
1:20:16 - What are the next set of goals?
1:25:52 - Imposter Syndrome
1:33:52 - Making Music Now?
1:35:35 - Outro

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In this episode of Discipline of Doing, we break down ten common financial mistakes that many people make in their 20s—and how you can avoid them to set yourself up for long-term success.

We’ll share practical tips and lessons from our own experiences to ensure you’re building a strong foundation for financial independence. From bad spending habits to overlooking investments, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to make smarter money decisions in their 20s.

0:00 “In this economy…”
3:03 Track Your Expenses – why awareness beats guessing
5:14 The 50 / 30 / 20 budget rule in real life
10:12 Earning power over perfect spreadsheets
11:54 Lifestyle‑inflation creep & early discipline
14:54 Handling critics & social pressure while you build
18:18 Delaying Investing – start sooner than later
22:30 “Want it bad enough” – finding that extra $100 / month
26:15 What hard actually feels like (friends, choices)
27:30 Free money: 401(k) matches & the compounding edge
30:05 Roth IRA math – the $1.8 M illustration
33:17 Rich young vs rich old – the trade‑off debate
37:44 Commit to “living broke” (rent & car mindset)
41:30 Rent rule: keep housing below 30 % of income
45:16 Cars: the 20 / 3 / 8 guideline & avoiding $600 notes
50:59 Taxes, emergency funds & getting professional help
56:59 Multiple income streams & side‑hustle leverage
59:58 Credit cards: tool, not paycheck advance
1:03:31 Building credit safely (the first $500 limit story)
1:08:00 Automate everything – pay yourself first
1:14:19 Goal‑setting & “checking the scoreboard”
1:17:12 Quick‑start action plan for 2025
1:18:45 Outro – take your finances seriously
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In this episode of Discipline of Doing, we dive deep into how you can design a life that feels fulfilling, purposeful, and worth staying in. We discuss the mindset shift from living a life you're trying to escape, to one that you love waking up to every day. If you’re stuck in the grind or feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of daily life, this episode is for you. Learn how to create intentional freedom and build a life you don’t want to escape from.

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In this episode of Discipline of Doing, we dive into why saying NO might be the key to unlocking more time, clarity, and control over your life — especially in your 20s.

If you struggle with people-pleasing, burnout, or always putting others before yourself, this one’s for you.

00:00 - Why Most People Click Off (But Shouldn’t)
01:12 - Painful Lessons You Can’t Avoid
03:08 - Saying No Sounds Like Privilege… Until It Doesn’t
05:20 - The Quarter-Life Crisis That Started It All
07:42 - From Hustler to Leader: A Hard Shift
10:32 - Why Most People Wait Too Long to Outsource
12:12 - Saying Yes Is Killing Your Growth
15:13 - How to Actually Scale (And Stop Being a Bottleneck)
18:12 - Chasing Dopamine vs. Building a Business
20:12 - Scarcity Mindset & The Editing Trap
24:00 - What to Outsource First (Real Examples)
29:00 - The Guilt of Doing Less (And Letting Go)
33:37 - Building a Business You Can Trust
36:15 - Outworking Self-Doubt with Proof
39:20 - Agency: The Power of Choosing What Not to Do
41:05 - Freedom is the Goal — Don’t Forget That
43:03 - The Funnel: Why Your Business Must Narrow
46:00 - Burnout is a Business Killer
48:15 - The Emotional Weight of Saying No
50:18 - What Happens If You Don’t Transition
52:19 - How Letting Go Helped Us Level Up
55:15 - Become Who Your Business Needs
59:27 - Outsourcing Gives You The Space To Grow
1:04:19 - Make Hiring More Approachable
1:08:36 - How To Say Yes If You Have To
1:12:10 - The Different Kinds of No's
1:17:50 - Final Thoughts

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In this episode of Discipline of Doing, Braxton & Cyrus break down the 10 game-changing habits you can start today to build momentum, level up fast, and set yourself up for long-term success—whether you’re in college, starting your first job, or hustling on the side.

🔑 Key Takeaways & Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Intro & What Success Really Means
• 05:11 – Habit 1: Win Your Morning by Making Your Bed
• 09:01 – Habit 2: Phone-Free First Hour
• 11:54 – Habit 3: Label Your Seasons
• 22:42 – Habit 4: Cultivate Self-Awareness (Talk to Yourself)
• 26:59 – Habit 5: Play to Your Strengths & Outsource Weaknesses
• 28:59 – Habit 6: Outsource Your Purpose
• 41:52 – Habit 7: Surround Yourself with Winners
• 58:56 – Habit 8: Master Efficient Focus
• 01:09:13 – Habit 9: Scale Beyond Time-for-Money
• 01:17:09 – Habit 10: Think Macro (10-Year Vision), Act Micro (6-Month Sprints)

🎧 Why Listen?

• Actionable routines you can implement immediately
• Mindset hacks for clarity, focus, and resilience
• Real-talk strategies from two guys who’ve built momentum from scratch

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