The Grateful Podcast with Jack Wagoner
Episode 73
In this deeply personal solo episode, I reflect on the whirlwind of my final week of high school—and the mindset shift that’s changing my life. From quitting a new job after one sale, to letting go of external pressure and choosing alignment, this is an unfiltered look at what it means to live from the inside out.
I share how I'm learning to say no with confidence, why space in your schedule matters, and how rereading Siddhartha helped me return to my core philosophy of joy, meaning, and mindful ambition.
If you’re in a season of transition, growth, or simply trying to find your way, this episode will resonate.
🎙️ Topics We Cover:
• Letting go of opportunities that look good on paper
• How to listen to your internal compass
• Why saying no is a superpower
• Reconnecting with joy and authenticity
• Life after high school: creating your path
• Rethinking productivity and fulfillment
• What rereading Siddhartha teaches about inner peace
Timestamps:
00:00 Personal Reflections and Transitions
02:57 Living on My Own Terms
05:47 The Power of Saying No
09:06 Finding Inner Peace and Direction
12:04 The Value of Rereading and Reflection
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🧠 More from Jack:
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1:1 Coaching & Dream-Chasing Guidance: jackcwagoner@gmail.com
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🎙️ About Jack:
I’m an 18-year-old high school student with a big dream: to show the world that you can be grateful and ambitious at the same time. Through The Grateful Podcast, I explore what it means to live a meaningful life—one deep conversation at a time.
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