Soar High Personal Development

 Ron had someone come into the DOJO school the other night he never met before and he was drunk. The students wanted the guy to leave, but Ron spent some time with him, tried to help him and told him to come back. He felt compelled to help this guy out. Sometimes you have to go the extra mile to help someone because you never know how much it might make a difference in their life. Ron also talks a...

 Ron talks about his recent visit to the prostate doctor. And how important it is for you to manage your health. Also Ron's friend recently had a huge opportunity come along for this career, but could not take advantage of it because of his poor health due to bad habits. If your health is good, your going to be much more productive. 

 Ron talks about mental illness and he had a friend at the gym this week talk to him about his struggles with mental illness and had a really hard time keeping it in check. But he is doing much better now and believes he is on the right path. Also someone he worked with, that was 29 years old and a music artist committed suicide. Not sure why he did, but believes it had something to do with drugs,...

 Ron talks about how he competed in a Jiu Jitsu tournament over the weekend, and was scheduled to compete against someone closer to his age, but ended up competing against someone that was in his 30's. The guy quickly did a choke hold and picked him up off the mat. Ron said you never know what is going to happen, so you should always prepare yourself for the unexpected or what might happen li...

 Ron talks about anxiety and depression and how it can affect your life and suggestions on how to improve. A viewer commented that they are stressed and cannot sleep. Ron also talks about overcoming fears and struggles. Don't sweat the small stuff, everything is small stuff. 

Ron talks about addictions like food, gambling, sex, drugs and how they can get you off track and get in the way of you trying to accomplish goals. A viewer sent in a message saying that a family member recently passed away and they watched the podcast and was glad there was a positive message in the podcast that made them feel a little better. 

 Ron talks about a local success story. Someone that live just 10 minutes down the road from Ron, worked really hard on playing the piano, writing songs, and singing wherever she could then went to Los Angeles California to pursue a music career. Got signed by a label to a record deal and after a short time they dropped her. She moved back home and kept singing and writing and believing in herself...

 Ron talks about being consistent in everything you do. Also talks about leadership. Use your experiences in life to set good examples and do the right thing and you will have a positive influence on those around you. Also do you believe in Karma? Or can you create your own destiny? 

 Ron rants about how when he drinks gatorade, it spills onto his tie everytime and they should change the design of it. Brent jokingly told him he had a drinking problem! How do you get through the daily struggles? Exercise helps tremendously. Also set small goals and stay the course even though there may be challenges along the way. When Ron does Jiu Jitsu, he experiences pain sometimes and the n...

 Ron talks about when you get stuck, you have to adjust to get back on track. Also birds of a feather, flock together. You become who you surround yourself with. If you want to improve you have to be around people that have a positive influence on your personal or professional life. He also talks a little about the journey Chappel Roan went on and never gave up and now is a very successful pop sta...

 Ron talks about if people knew it might take up to 10 years or more to get your black belt in Jiu Jitsu, the majority would give up. But if they hang in there for a year, they will learn a lot and have a better chance if achieving their goal. Getting the experience along the way is very powerful and rewarding. Also a subscriber asked How do I handle challenges while being depressed. 

 Ron talks about self talk and why it is important. Nobody will be real with you like yourself. Its a great tool to stay motivated daily. When your accomplishments go up, your confidence goes up. Also talks about self reflection and self esteem. 

 Ron talks about the importance of patience. Be calm and use self talk when facing challenges and remember the end goal and benefit you will receive. Also every week determine if you are at par, or are you surviving, or are you advancing. Remind your self for everything you are experiencing that is challenging, it could be a lot worse. 

Ron talks about why never give up, even when you think you are down and out. Ron has a friend that is a DJ that worked hard for many years, then tried out for a competition on BET called Masters Of The Mix, and he ended up winning! Also a local artist Chappell Roan performed at small events and did several albums, and finally is now a successful pop star. And Ron talks about how he drank coffee ev...

 Ron had a friend at the gym that was talking about maybe dating again after her recent divorce. Ron recommended she focus on herself for now and not dive into a relationship. Also politics were going on at the gym. There is a girl that does not smile or talk to anyone and is not very friendly. Ron talks about you are going to run into people like this in life and don't let them bother you or...

 Ron talks about how humor in a social setting can be a game changer. Also talks about struggle and when you set goals know it will not be an overnight success. You will have to work at it. It takes time. Speaking of time, Ron said based on the national average, and if everything goes perfectly with his health, he has an average of 16 more years left to do what he wants and needs to do. You have t...

 Ron talks about not giving up on yourself. Find a way to stay motivated to hit your goals. People give up to easy. Stay away from toxic people that are pulling you down. You are going to have struggles in your life. When you struggle, and become uncomfortable, you will become a stronger person. 

 Ron talks about staying the course on the right path to achieve your goals. Also talks about marijuana and how it is bad for you and not healthy. Why are people not motivated? Why are some people successful and others are not? Ron talks about the importance of consistency. 

 Ron was at the gym and had a flat tire. A friend came in from outside and said he had a flat, and offered to change it for him. He said thank you but I got it. Ron talks about if you have a chance to do something for someone that is helpful or nice, do it and don't expect anything in return. Ron talks about Prodigies and how they become the best in whatever they do starting at a young age. M...

Ron talks about mentorship and the importance of hanging around the right people. He also talks about the first business he ad and the journey to his repair business and other businesses. Subscriber said they were having a hard time balancing studies and a job. Ron talks about getting on a schedule to help with managing time.

 Ron talks about how accomplishments is a motivator to help you get to your goals. Also Ron went into a store and everyone was really quiet and nobody was smiling. He felt like everyone was stressed out. We have to focus on the positive to keep moving forward. Exercise also helps with stress. Also he had a 5 year old girl at his Jiu Jitsu school ask him..."Ron why do you work out because you...

Ron was watching a video at the gym while on a stair master and some guy was showing off all his money on screen. Money does not define you or your self-worth or image. Also a girl at the gym got on a stair master next to Ron and started going faster than him, and it motivated him to do more and go faster. Surround yourself with the right people.

 Ron talks about distractions part 2. Why it is easy to get off track when you are trying to improve yourself or hit your goal. Talks about a friend at the gym that built a successful business and sold it, and both agreed you have to pay your dues and earn the success every single day. Lack of motivation, depression, drugs and more are distractions that can keep you from reaching your goal. Ron us...

 Ron talks about distractions. Then Ron gets distracted when talking about distractions. Don't let things get you off track on what you are trying to accomplish. Surround yourself with people that are positive or successful. Hang out with people that are like minded. Don't hang out with people that are a bad influence.