In this episode of The Next Better AMA Show, Kristin and Coach Woody dive into what it actually looks like to play the long game when it comes to your health, your wealth, and the choices you make every day to sustain both.
Together, they explore what gets in the way of sustainable well-being in a world obsessed with quick wins and immediate returns. From reflections on mortality to navigating career pivots and financial resets, this conversation is a candid reminder that the most meaningful success isn’t just about achievement—but alignment.
They dive into personal practices, like how Coach Woody uses “4,000 weeks” to track his life and why most people are optimizing for a version of success they don’t actually want. Whether you’re scaling a company, rebuilding after burnout, or just trying to live with more clarity, this episode offers the perspective shift you didn’t know you needed.
In this AMA, they explore:
✅ Why longevity starts with remembering the game ends
✅ The cost of comfort—and why growth requires discomfort
✅ How to reset your financial identity after a setback
✅ The role of deep relationships in sustaining health and wealth
✅ What the “2AM tire test” reveals about your circle
✅ How to stay aligned when your goals evolve
✅ Why service might be the most overlooked strategy for long-term fulfillment
This one’s for the ambitious, values-driven leaders who are tired of chasing and ready to build better—on their terms.
🔔 Follow the show for more unfiltered conversations about performance, purpose, and playing the game that matters.
✨ Stay connected:
LinkedIn: Coach Lucas Woody
YouTube: @TheNextBetter
Website: https://nextbetter.com
⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome and topic setup
03:12 – What it really means to play the long game
06:35 – 4,000 weeks: mortality as motivation
10:53 – Career detours and identity rebuilds
19:29 – Health vs. hustle: redefining longevity
24:32 – Relationships and the 2AM tire test
30:30 – Why success without community falls flat
34:05 – From survival mode to sustainable growth
39:07 – Service as a long-term strategy
44:11 – Values check-ins and micro-habit change
47:20 – The 8 dimensions of well-being
55:33 – Final thoughts and what’s next
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