Fight For Brilliance with Justin Keller

In this episode, I share a different thought on comparison. While we are inundated with messages to stop comparing ourselves to others, I find myself still struggling with comparison at times. In many ways, you will see that comparison is part of our human condition and sometimes happens whether we like it or not. You'll see why what we do with comparison, not comparison itself, is actually the pr...

In this conversation, Kyle shares his heart behind his music and the journey he's been on as a singer/songwriter. Kyle talks about what he has learned about truly being present in life. He also discusses what led to him and his wife getting involved with the foster care system and eventually adopting two children.  Kyle Hutton is a husband, father, business owner, and singer/songwriter. A self-pro...

Based in Houston Texas. Kimmiski Art Investigates how culture influences identity. Through the use of Digital Painting Kimmiski gives a new spin on iconic pop art and traditional painting. She has worked with many brands such as Nike releasing her very own color ways for the Air Max 1. As an artist, educator and Sneaker Designer her mission is connecting people through shared experiences Connect w...

In this episode, I share a principle that my dad taught me and I talk about the power of thinking the best of people – always. I talk about the three things that I practice in order to help think the best of even the most irrational and difficult people. I read from Robert Greenes book, The Laws of Human Nature and share an example of how the Russian writer, Anton Chekhov was able to forgive peopl...

In this episode, Brent Gallagher opens up and shares how a mentor and coach in his childhood sexually abused him. He talks about how he used his hard work ethic to mask any issues, distract himself, and help him try to carry on in life without ever telling anyone. Brent shares the struggle that ignoring his past trauma caused him and discussed the power of coming to terms with your past and sharin...

Heather is the host of Unconventional Leaders, a top-ranked podcast which interviews leaders from all over the world who use their unique gifts to make an impact in this world.  She has had the honor of interviewing names like Seth Godin, Chris Guillebeau, Heather Monahan, Paul Young, and Jack Canfield. Professionally Heather is a mental health therapist turned online entrepreneur where she has he...

About Renee Ms. Renée Bauer is an award-winning divorce attorney, published author, and founder of the family law firm, Bauer Law Group. Renée’s insights are sought after by local, national and international media outlets, podcasts, and conferences where she speaks on co-parenting, blended family dynamics, relationships, and the art of reinvention. As an accomplished litigator, she boldly educates...

In many ways, we are always becoming something that we are not, and this transformation in our lives happens for the better or for the worse. But how do we end up becoming who we are? How do we go from unhealthy to someone who is serious about their health? How does someone who has it all end up becoming someone who has nothing? Whether it's becoming someone that we are not right now for the bette...

Fight For Brilliance Book Considerations are episodes where I discuss a book that I've read, or one that I'm currently reading. I talk about the lessons I've learned and share some things for you to consider in your own life regardless of reading the book or not. The books will share themes and ideas that will help you rebel against complacency and conformity and fight for brilliance in every area...

We say things every day that are normal, acceptable, and seemingly harmless, but are they serving your life well? Are there things you say that limit your life? Inside of this episode, I share how I have been examining my life the last few years and identifying what words limit my life. I talk about some experiments I've done getting rid of certain words. I share the benefits I've been experiencin...

In this episode I sit down with Marc Payan and talk about the shift that happened in his life to help him lose 100lbs., run a 100-mile race, and have the commitment and conviction to build a life of integrity. Marc discusses what he's learned about dealing with your past, he shares a framework that he uses in his life to lead himself and his family to do hard things, and he talks about the power o...

In this episode, I sit down with artist and author James Victore. We discuss his journey of finding himself as an artist, seeing the gift in what makes him who he is, and leveraging his uniqueness to create a life that impacts others. He shares how he had to learn to stop being a perfectionist and the benefit of focussing less on being productive and start taking baby steps to get things done. Hig...

In this episode, Resiliency Coach Kimberly Smith shares her journey of going from a breaking point to living with purpose and courage. She was overwhelmed, always stressed, and physically and emotionally exhausted. She knew something had to change. She shares practical steps to help learn resiliency, and she also shares some great ideas for how to stay mentally strong through life's inevitable cha...

Discouragement is inevitable if your'e pouring yourself into relationships, careers, and dreams that you have. The good news is that by understanding what discouragement really is, and what causes it; now you can fight it when you face it. This episode takes a look at 3 main causes of discouragement and then offers 5 ways to combat it.  Resources mentioned in this episode: Emotional Agility by Dr....

In part four of this series, Brandi Wilson shares how she had to learn how to believe in herself again after having The life and family she’d spent 20 years building stopped on a dime. Her marriage was over. The church she spent years pouring into was no longer hers. Her community, friends and professional life disappeared in a day’s time. She talks about how she had to fight to find herself, how...

In part three of this 5-part series, I share how one sentence changed everything for me in my life and business. I introduce the concept of having a statement of courage, breakdown what the three elements of a statement of courage, and share sample statements of courage to help inspire your own.  Series schedule Part 1: The foundation for believing in yourself (episode 78) https://fight-for-brilli...

Self-belief is not the same as being self-centered, it's not selfish, and it's not optional. Self-belief is essential if we're going to build a meaningful life. But for most of us, it's not a lack of desires and dreams for our lives, it's a lack of belief, that we have in our lives. As much as we want to step toward what we know is right for our lives, there are barriers that get in the way of us...

Many of us will live our lives without ever fully believing in ourselves. We may at times confuse confidence for belief. We might assume that living with a clear vision for our lives means we believe in ourselves. Or we may think that living with conviction is having belief in ourselves. But having confidence, being clear on what your purpose is, knowing what you value; those things are not the fo...

In this episode I share the importance of red flags in our relationships with self-improvement and discuss what a healthy relationship with growth looks like.   Connect with Justin: Instagram.com/kellerthinks | Circlefifty.com | medium.com/@kellerthinks | fb.com/kellerthinks | twitter.com/kellerthinks | TikTok.com/@kellerthinks

Elise is a native Houstonian, who has a passion for people’s mental and emotional wellbeing. She completed her undergraduate degree from Baylor University and finished her Master’s Degree, with honors, from the University of Houston. Elise began her career working at a psychiatric inpatient facility. With this clinical experience, she has worked with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety...

In this episode, I share with you the shift I made in my own life that has helped me be more present, be more aware, and find more meaning in the moments that often get overlooked. I discuss the difference between a milestone mentality life and a life that makes the most of every moment. I talk about how our life isn't made of extreme highs and lows, but rather it's made of the little moments. And...

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In this episode, I sat down with Jason Stoddard and talked about his story of going from being hit by a drunk driver in 2010, to just completing his first triathlon. After and accident he shouldn't have survived, he's overcome many obstacles, chosen forgiveness, and is on a journey of setting new limits for what's possible in his life.    Connect with Jason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/...

After one year of the podcast, I wanted to take an opportunity to think about some of the big lessons I've learned through doing this show. Although there have been many lessons learned, it's two big things that stand out to me. So in this episode, I talk about what I've learned about the power of our own story and the story of others. I also talk about the power of belief in ourselves and others....

Rhett Smith is has over 25 years of experience in helping people transform their lives and relationships. He has his own private practice in Plano, TX, and he is an executive coach with The SouthCity Group . Rhett is also a part of a leadership collaborative project with the Boone Center for the Family at Pepperdine University , the WinShape Foundation and the Center for Vocational Ministry at Azu...