About this episode
What if the biggest goals in your life aren’t achieved by giant leaps—but by small, consistent steps taken over time?In this Friday episode of Whole Again, Michael shares a deeply personal story about achieving a lifelong dream: riding his bike across the country—21 years after doctors told him he never would. This episode reframes goal setting, moving away from pressure-packed, all-or-nothing thinking and toward a more compassionate, sustainable approach that actually works.By listening, you’ll discover:Why big goals often feel overwhelming—and how to make them doableHow breaking goals into small, consistent steps builds real momentumA simple bronze, silver, and gold framework that gives you more chances to win each dayWhy holding goals loosely helps you stay present, resilient, and aligned with your valuesThis approach isn’t about hustle—it’s about progress, patience, and becoming who you’re meant to be.Press play to learn how to dream big, start small, and take the next meaningful step toward the life you’re creating—one day at a time.You can now download my Pause Breathe Reflect App with Microdose EQ for FREE in Apple’s App Store or Google Play. Discover how spend less time on your phone and more time on things that bring you joy. Also, find the support you need to navigate today’s uncertainty with more calm and grace.Receive a FREE copy of my book: “My Last Bad Day Shift.”Join me on Substack https://substack.com/@milkshakeswithmichael for more ways to stay resilient and navigate today’s uncertainty with more grace.We can also connect on LinkedIn. Subscribe to be sure you don’t miss any of the micro-meditations, wellness tips, and guidance that I publish every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:11 am.With Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Mindfulness and Resilience through Kintsugi Wisdom, listeners explore mindfulness and resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury while learning to overcome PTSD, imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism with self-compassion, self-love, and self-worth. Through insightful discussions on building resilience, fitness, and stress management, as well as mindfulness practices a
