The Personal Growth Project

Heartbreak sucks.  Whether it's from a breakup, a traumatic event, a betrayal, or the ending of a friendship, having your heart broken is one of the worst feelings in the world.  But luckily, there are steps you can take to ease the pain and heal from whatever has been weighing you down. Things may be hard right now, but with the right healing process, I promise they'll get better. In th...

Let's start Season 2 with a banger.  Why chase happiness when you could take the easiest route possible and let your life spiral into misery?  In this juicy episode of The Personal Growth Project, I share all the easiest and best ways to ruin your life - all areas of it.  Take your life from terrific and dreamy to toxic and dreadful in this one-size-fits-all episode that is guarante...

Pretty much nothing is going to hold you back from your goals more than perfectionism. Let's discuss how perfectionism manifests in our day-to-day decisions, how it subtly holds you back, and what you can do to scrap that perfectionist mindset so you can finally see some progress towards your goals. Keep in touch! Linktree: linktr.ee/personalgrowthproject Instagram: @personalgrowthprojectofficial

Habits are so important for anyone looking to improve the quality of their life. In this episode, join me as I go over five habits that will positively transform both your mental and physical health as well as provide benefits like longevity, a better body, and clearer skin. These habits have literally done so much to improve my life that I would basically accredit all my happiness and success to...

Hey everyone! This episode is going to be a lot more relaxed than usual. I'm just going to be updating you on where I've been for the past month, my experience at Governor's School, and some of the biggest lessons I learned during my month there. I have a lot to share about Governor's School, so there may be a part two to this episode next week (unless I end up having a guest on the show or have s...

A lot of us want to grow and become better but stop ourselves because we know it'll be uncomfortable or difficult. Why is making changes in life, even if they're for our own good, so uncomfortable? How can we make changing ourselves easier so that picking up better habits and living the way we know we should isn't so hard? Learn all that and more in this week's episode of The Personal Growth Proje...

Authenticity is one of the rarest things you'll find in today's world.  Learn how to be authentic, and you can make an unforgettable impression on those around you, as well as a lasting impact on the world. Learn where authenticity comes from and how it will transform your life in this week's episode. Keep in touch! Linktree: linktr.ee/personalgrowthproject Instagram: @personalgrowthprojectof...

Unhappiness comes from focusing on the wrong things. Contrary to popular belief, both good and bad things in life can distract you from focusing on what you need to be happy - your goals and passions. Happiness comes from becoming a better person every day, which is driven by our goals in life. The moment you stop improving yourself, your happiness will start to fade. Learn how to prevent that in...

This episode serves as a message for anyone worrying about their past or future - it's going to be okay. Genuinely.  Keep in touch!  Linktree: linktr.ee/personalgrowthproject Instagram: @personalgrowthprojectofficial

Ever struggled with feeling like a victim? Well, who hasn't? In this episode, learn how you can stop feeling sad and victimized, once and for all. Whether you struggle with an occasional case of self-pity or full-on depression, this episode has good insight that will help you find happiness no matter what your current situation is like. Join special guest Joel Truax, a cybersecurity major and incr...

In this very first Q&A-style episode, I answers questions submitted by listeners of The Personal Growth Project (you guys!). Get to know me in this light-hearted episode as I answer questions regarding my mental/emotional state, inspiration for starting the podcast, reasons for getting into productivity, squatting capabilities, and favorite supplements for muscle gains and health benefits. Tim...

Ever wondered how you can begin a career as an entrepreneur as a teen?  Serena Ge, co-founder of Send Story Training, a startup that creates personalized training plans for athletes, knows all about navigating the startup world as a teen. As a female in the startup world, she has valuable insight into what the greatest pitfalls of startup culture are, as well as what the best parts of it are....

Ever feel unhappy? I'm willing to bet that 9/10, unhappiness is a direct result of focusing on the external world and not focusing enough on the internal world. It is so easy to get caught up in focusing on success, attention from others, and other sources of external validation, but true happiness comes from being content with yourself and what you have at the moment. In this episode, join me as...

Have you ever wondered how someone takes an idea and turns it into a business? Or how you can expand your social network and meet new people that can provide you with advice and inspire you? Ever wondered how you can get into public speaking and not look timid in school presentations? Siddhant Tandon, TEDx Speaker and founder of Comprich, a startup that helps high school students find opportunitie...

Getting ready to start your college search or curious about what college life is like? In this week's episode, join superstar college freshman Matteo Johnston and I as we discuss what life in college looks like and how to prepare for the transition from high school to college. This episode does not disappoint and is a must-listen for anyone looking to get a headstart on their college experience an...

How often do you respond to negative circumstances in your life with love? Either never or rarely, right? Well, what if you changed things? What if you responded with love instead? What if you made love your new normal ? Learn the beautiful results of love in this inspiring podcast episode.  Keep in touch! Linktree: linktr.ee/personalgrowthproject  Instagram: @personalgrowthprojectoffici...

We live in an age where everything is available in an instant and youth are more attached to technology than ever before. What consequences does this have on youth, and how can schools and parents work to inspire youth to push past their comfort zones and teach values like hard work, dedication, and patience? Join special guest Sam Olliver and I as we discuss these topics in this week's episode. K...

Want to be better than 99% of the population when it comes to dealing with difficult days? Try using the "test day" trick. In this episode, learn what test days are and how you can use them to absolutely crush challenging days, build your confidence, eliminate feelings of toxicity, spitefulness, and jealousy, quell anxiety and fear, and get rid of the victim mentality that may be holding you back....

Feel unsatisfied with yourself or your friendships? It's time to let go. In this episode, learn how to identify when you need to let go of things or people, how to let go effectively (and kindly), and how your life will be transformed for the better when you do so. Keep in touch! Linktree: linktr.ee/personalgrowthproject  Instagram: @personalgrowthprojectofficial

Why live a life that seems mundane when you could make every part of your life feel incredible? In this episode, learn how romanticizing life can turn what used to be a boring life into an incredibly happy and fulfilling life, with little to no effort. Keep in touch! Linktree: linktr.ee/personalgrowthproject  Instagram: @personalgrowthprojectofficial

Having a genuine love for learning is one of the best things that you can do for yourself, and is a catalyst for skyrocketing your enjoyment of life and the quality of your connections with others. Listen to this brand new episode of The Personal Growth Project to learn all the ways that a love for learning will change your life as well as what you can do to develop a real love of learning that wi...

Why does motivation feel fleeting? Why do we feel ready to conquer the world one day, then want to do nothing but sleep the next? It all boils down to what motivates you.  When you are motivated for the right reasons, motivation is constant, steady, and unbreakable. I've found that the only way to achieve that type of motivation is to be motivated by God, more specifically, doing everything t...

Why are so many people in our society toxic and lazy? The answer may shock you: we aren't as selfish as we should be. In this episode, we're going to discuss why selfishness (in moderation) is actually the best thing that you can do for not only yourself, but also the world around you. Keep in touch! Linktree: linktr.ee/personalgrowthproject Instagram: @personalgrowthprojectofficial

To start off 2022, this episode of the Personal Growth Project dives into all the lessons Avigail learned during 2021 and tips she has for listeners as they go into the new year. Avigail discusses things such as learning how to put yourself first, not being afraid to say no, and different things you can do to put yourself first and gain self-respect this year.  Keep in touch! Twitter: @Avigai...

In this week's episode of the Personal Growth Project, Avigail talks about a concept called a "mental diet". You will learn what your mental diet is, how you can improve it, and most importantly, why you should care about it. Does the type of music you listen to matter? Is your YouTube consumption hindering your personal growth? Find out in this episode.  Keep in touch! Twitter: @AvigailLaing...