The Daryl Perry Podcast

There are real barriers that come with living with cerebral palsy and with having a visible disability. I have experienced frustration, anger, bitterness, limitations, and situations where cerebral palsy absolutely affected what I was able to do. I also understand why conversations about ableism, accommodations, access, and fairness can carry so much emotion. At the same time, I do not want my lif...

Lately, I’ve been making a point to get out into the world a little more. Walking around shops. Going through the regular checkout line instead of using self checkout. Meeting people for coffee or lunch. Making eye contact. Having small conversations that probably would have seemed completely ordinary years ago. But now, they feel different. When so much of our work, communication, entertainment,...

It is easy to lose yourself in the pace, pressure, responsibilities, and noise of everyday life. In this episode, I close out the week with a simple reminder to stay connected to who you are. None of us will feel completely grounded all the time, but the more we understand ourselves, trust ourselves, and lead with compassion, the easier it becomes to find our way back. I talk about the importance...

In this episode, I reflect on where I fit in the online world and why I've never been interested in building a business around views, viral videos, or brand deals. Instead, I'm building something much more meaningful to me: a business centered around helping people change the way they think and feel about themselves. I share why I see myself as a business owner first, content creator secon...

In this episode, I share the bigger vision behind Your Level Fitness and why I believe it's time to change the conversation around health, fitness, and body image. The message is simple: Love the body you have. Everything else grows from there. I talk about why the fitness industry has spent decades convincing us we're never enough, and how I want Your Level Fitness to become part of a dif...

What does it actually mean to love the body you have? In this episode, I dive deeper into the message that's becoming the foundation of Your Level Fitness: Love the body you have. It's a simple phrase, but there's so much more beneath the surface. I share why loving your body isn't about pretending everything is perfect or never feeling frustrated. It's about learning to come b...

How much content is too much? In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of what I'm building and why I'm making some changes to the Almost Daily Podcast. As I continue expanding Your Level Fitness with new podcast series, interviews, resources, and products, I've been thinking about how to deliver everything without overwhelming you. I share why I'm intentionally avoiding weeke...

Before you move on to the next goal, take a moment to recognize the effort you've already made. In this Friday reflection, I encourage you to pause and appreciate how far you've come, not just this week, but throughout your entire journey. It's easy to focus on what still needs to be done, but growth happens when we acknowledge the small steps, the consistent effort, and the willingnes...

What if success wasn't about getting everything right the first time? In this episode, I share why one of the most powerful mindsets you can adopt is simply, "Let's try it and see what happens." Whether you're pursuing a new goal, building a business, improving your health, or making a change in your personal life, the path rarely unfolds exactly as you imagined. Instead of v...

We've all said it before. "That's just the way I am." Sometimes it's a way of describing ourselves. Other times, it's a way of avoiding a deeper question. In this episode, I invite you to become curious about the habits, reactions, and behaviors you've accepted as permanent. Instead of criticizing yourself or becoming defensive, what if you simply asked why? Why do I...

Getting offended is something we've all experienced. Sometimes it's obvious why something bothers us, and other times our reaction catches us by surprise. In this episode, I explore why it's worth paying attention to the things that offend us instead of simply dismissing the emotion or trying to avoid it. Rather than asking whether you're "right" or "wrong" for...

Every season of life brings change. Some chapters are winding down, others are just beginning, and sometimes it feels like you're standing right in the middle of both. In this episode, I want to remind you of something simple but powerful. You are going to get through whatever is in front of you. Rather than relying on temporary motivation or hype, I encourage you to trust yourself. You've...

You made it through another week. Take a moment to appreciate that. In this episode, I reflect on the importance of celebrating your progress, disconnecting from technology, and giving yourself permission to slow down. We spend so much time chasing the next goal that it's easy to overlook the effort we've already put in. Building a forever active lifestyle isn't just about workouts and...

What's the ultimate goal of your fitness journey? For many people, it's a number on the scale, a clothing size, or a specific body composition. But what if the real goal is something much deeper? In this episode, I share one of the few absolutes I believe when it comes to fitness, weight loss, and life. You deserve to move through your health journey without guilt, shame, or anxiousness su...

What if the goal wasn't just to lose weight, but to build a foundation you could rely on for decades? In this episode, I explain what I mean by "trading years for decades" and why giving yourself permission to figure out what truly works for you can completely change your relationship with fitness and weight loss. We explore building your foundation around your preferences, what you&...

If you've been on a weight loss journey, chances are you've spent a lot of time chasing a number on the scale. But what if that number isn't actually the goal? In this episode, I explore why weight is better viewed as the byproduct of consistent actions rather than the primary focus. We talk about the relationship between actions, emotions, and results, why our bodies respond different...

What if lasting success in fitness has less to do with finding the perfect plan and more to do with changing what you focus on? In this episode, I share why I believe the fitness industry has spent decades teaching us to chase outcomes instead of building a healthier relationship with ourselves. We talk about appreciating yourself at every stage, building a forever active lifestyle, and why the go...

efore you jump into planning next week or thinking about what's next, take a moment to pause. In this Friday episode of the Almost Daily Podcast, I encourage you to step back, reflect on the past week and month, and appreciate the effort you've been putting in. Progress isn't only about chasing the next goal. It's also about recognizing the growth that's already happened, celeb...

Today let's explore the difference between building a life intentionally and spending your energy avoiding failure. Real discipline isn't about pushing yourself to the limit every single day. It's about staying connected to yourself, operating from a calm headspace, moving at a deliberate pace, and consistently making decisions that support the life you're trying to build. We talk...

What's the difference between confidence and certainty? At first glance, they seem almost interchangeable. After all, we all want certainty. We want guarantees that our efforts will pay off, that we'll make the right decision, and that things will work out exactly as planned. But the truth is, life doesn't offer that kind of certainty. In today's Almost Daily Podcast, I explore why...

Do you consider yourself a kind person? It's a simple question, but the answer reveals a lot about how you see yourself, how you interact with others, and the kind of life you're building. In today's Almost Daily Podcast, I explore why kindness isn't just something we give to other people. It's something we cultivate within ourselves first. As we begin appreciating ourselves fr...

Who's living in your head rent free? We all have people, memories, conversations, or opinions that seem to occupy our thoughts long after they should have been let go. Sometimes they motivate us. More often, they quietly shape our decisions, influence how we see ourselves, and steal the calm headspace we need to move forward. In today's Almost Daily Podcast, I challenge you to think about...

Subscribe to Zach's Channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5RQ7b4knYAPIUUZ8QatBZQ Artificial intelligence is changing the way creators write, design, publish, and connect with audiences. But where should we draw the line? In this conversation, Zachary Fenell and Daryl Perry take a balanced look at AI from the perspective of two creators who spend their time building content, gro...

As another week comes to a close, it's easy to jump straight into the next thing on your list. More goals. More responsibilities. More notifications. More reasons to stay connected. But sometimes what we need most isn't another podcast, another book, or another piece of advice. Sometimes we simply need to slow down. In this episode, I encourage you to use the weekend as an opportunity to r...

If you want to see the complete Weight Management Trends Report for July 2026, including all of the topics covered throughout this series, visit: https://yourlevelfitness.com/lifestyle/weight-management-trends-july-2026 In this final installment of the Weight Management Trends Report for July 2026, I explore where the conversation around long term weight management is heading and why more people a...