The Mental Wealth Show with Rich Jones

What do a 30-minute email, a messy office, and a Q1 check-in have in common? The same pattern. And it's been showing up everywhere. This episode is about finally seeing it and what I'm doing in Q2 to address it.

Rich had a frustrating long jump competition at his fifth U.S. Indoor Masters Track & Field Championships, but it led to a surprising insight about why all his hard work wasn't showing up when it counted. The lesson goes way beyond track. Visit tmwshow.com for more. 

Rich discusses the challenges of balancing a demanding new job, athletic pursuits, and content creation. He emphasizes the importance of adapting to new realities, setting realistic goals, and prioritizing rest and self-care. Rich shares insights on navigating trade-offs and making adjustments to routines to align with his current season of life, ultimately embracing a purpose-driven approach to h...

In this episode, Rich reflects on his four-month hiatus from podcasting and shares insights from his recent job search journey. He discusses the challenges he faced, including a dry spell in interviews, and ultimately celebrates finding a new role. Rich emphasizes the importance of resilience and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with job searching, while also acknowledging the support he rec...

Rich reflects on five years of sobriety and his personal healing journey, realizing that all the hard work was preparing him for this exact moment. In this raw, unscripted episode, he shares how his personal growth has become the anchor he needs to navigate a sudden family health crisis. It's a powerful look at how the work we do on ourselves equips us for the challenges we can't see coming.  

Life has a funny way of throwing curveballs, even when you're doing your best. In this follow-up episode, Rich discusses how recent experiences – from athletic injuries to confronting some challenging health realities – have reinforced his core message: "Keep Doing the Work Anyway." Explore Rich's evolving strategies for managing unexpected health information, making sustainable lifestyle changes,...

This belated Q1 recap from Rich explores what happens after you've put in the effort but don't hit the mark. From the track to personal healing, learn why acknowledging disappointment is key, but why you must always "keep doing the work anyway" for future breakthroughs. Plus, a quick update on the show's schedule.   Follow Rich on IG and Threads: @RichRunsTrack

Rich delves deep into the importance of acquiring "competition reps" and shares a valuable lesson from a recent therapy session. Threads & IG: @richrunstrack Website: tmwshow.com

Rich delves into the themes of control, performance, and mindset in the context of his recent experience at the Indoor Masters Track and Field Championships.   Show Website: tmwshow.com Rich on IG and Threads: @richrunstrack

Rich updates listeners on his healing journey and shares insights from his first track meet of the season. He discusses the powerful impact of taking time to reflect before assessing performance and highlights the benefits of using a vibrating foam roller for recovery. Rich also delves into the emotional challenges of having an aging parent.

New episodes out the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month. Following Rich on IG or Threads @richrunstrack.  Join the free Mental Wealth Room on the Find More Balance Network by visiting https://tmshow.com/fmb . It's a space for folks interested in health, healing, and high performance to interact, inspire, support, and learn from each other. 

New episodes out the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month. Following Rich on IG or Threads @richrunstrack.  Join the free Mental Wealth Room on the Find More Balance Network by visiting https://tmshow.com/fmb . It's a space for folks interested in health, healing, and high performance to interact, inspire, support, and learn from each other. 

Join Rich as he explores ways to stay motivated and authentic, drawing insights from his experiences in track and field. He highlights the significance of capitalizing on opportunities and gaining motivation from different sources. This episode encourages listeners to assess their performance conditions and draw inspiration from their past high-performance instances. Rock with Rich as he pursues g...

Rich shares insights from his trip to Spain, reflecting on how travel influences his fitness routine and its broader life lessons. He talks about finding local gyms to maintain workouts and the impact of structure on his well-being. Rich also contrasts the culture and societal norms in Spain with the U.S., noting differences in safety, cleanliness, and homelessness. Additionally, he emphasizes the...

Rich reflects on his upcoming honeymoon, the benefits of creating space for personal growth, and the pitfalls of overcommitting. He recounts past struggles with launching a membership community amidst wedding preparations, and how he found clarity by embracing a slower, more authentic approach to life. Rich shares poignant insights from wedding interactions and the importance of being true to ones...

I had no intention of dropping a podcast episode today until I realized what today was. At the time I'm recording this, it is September 2, 2024, and three years ago, I started my mental health leave from my day job in corporate America. This mental health leave changed a lot for me and was really the beginning of my healing journey. Although I had been addressing my mental health and working on my...

And I'm finally ready to come back. 

A quick update + the trailer for my new podcast. Get the Find More Balance podcast on your favorite podcast player or by visiting findmorebalance.com !

It's been a while. I catch you up on what's happened since the last episode in May, including a few celebrations and a big lesson you can apply to your life.  I also announce the launch of the Find More Balance Network ! It's a private membership community for growth-minded professionals who are ready to go after meaningful goals, live a healthier lifestyle, find inspiration to sustain progress, o...

Sometimes the path of least resistance is the best path to follow. Rich reflects on what he's learned from focusing on one thing at a time, including the idea that things don't need to be difficult to be meaningful. Tune in for this quick listen and share it with someone if you find it useful.    Twitter: @iamrichjones Instagram: @iamrichjones Interested in coaching? Visit tmws.co/coaching . Inter...

Some reflection on my birthday weekend before I chat with Jordan Grumet, long time friend of the show from the personal finance community, host of the Earn and Invest podcast, and author of Taking Stock: A Hospice Doctor's Advice on Financial Independence, Building Wealth, and Living a Regret-Free Life.   Toastmasters - Giving a talk at 730am PT on April 12th at the weekly Toastmasters meeting I a...

On today's episode from the unreleased archives, I'm chatting with the author of Indistractable - how to control your attention and choose your life , Nir Eyal. If you struggle with distraction, this episode is for you! We also cover how behavior changes facilitates identity change and a lot more.  Nir's distraction guide ---- May is Mental Health Awareness Month and I'm available to speak to your...

In addition to reasons you need to move, I share what I learned from a recent 8-week challenge and how you can apply the insights in your own life. May is Mental Health Awareness and I'm looking forward to talking more about my journey, the importance of mental health, and the wealth that comes with healing. If you'd like me to come speak to your team, organization, or at a special event, drop me...

Jason Vitug is the founder of Phroogal, a purpose driven financial wellness company empowering people to achieve goals through knowledge, access, and community. I was blown away by his vulnerability, storytelling, and ability to connect the dots during our conversation. He's also the author of the new book (his second book) dropping on February 1st: Happy Money Happy Life - A multidimensional appr...