Diligent Minds | Mindset, Motivation & Personal Growth Strategies
You know you’re meant for more, now it’s time to become it. Diligent Minds is your space for growth, clarity, and the mindset shifts that create real change. If you’ve ever felt stuck, unfulfilled, or like you’re just going through the motions, this podcast will help you break free and step into the life you were meant to live. Each episode delivers practical tools, empowering insights, and thought-provoking perspectives to help you build confidence, heal from the past, and move with purpose. Hosted by Dorian Jones, who's lived the struggle and done the work, this show is about more than just motivation. It’s about becoming better every single day. Whether you're rebuilding, realigning, or just ready to rise, you're in the right place. Subscribe, Rate, & Review
Episodes
Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
Feeling overwhelmed? Pulled in ten different directions? This RESET Wednesday is your reminder that you’re not behind, you’re just carrying things that were never yours in the first place.
In today’s episode, we break down what you can control, what you can’t, and how to release the pressure you’ve been holding onto. You’ll learn how to step out of the panic of the future, quiet the nois...
Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
Are you tired of letting fear make decisions for your life?
This episode is your reminder that you’re not stuck, you’re scared. And today, we’re breaking that cycle.
In this episode, I walk you through how to let go of fear, silence the doubts, and finally step into the version of yourself you’ve been avoiding. Whether you’re afraid of failing, being judged, starting over, ...
Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
You can’t step into your next season holding onto old pain. In this episode, you're reminded to finally let go of what’s been draining your energy — mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Reset your focus, release what’s heavy, and move with intention toward the life you deserve.
Free download: 5 Mindset Shifts & Micro-Habits
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Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
In this episode, we're talking about what it means to find your purpose through pain. I'm telling you how my darkest moments, depression, confusion, and a loss of direction, became the foundation for my purpose. You’ll learn how to turn your own struggles into strength, build confidence when life doesn’t match the vision, and start walking boldly toward the future you’ve ...
Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
Consistency doesn’t always look like progress, but it’s always building it.
This RESET Wednesday episode is a reminder that real growth happens quietly, in the moments when it feels like nothing’s moving, but everything inside you is shifting.
Because the truth is, consistency looks boring until it changes your life.
This week, stop questioning the pace and start trusting the pr...
Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
If it feels like this year flew by and you didn’t hit everything you planned, take a breath. You’re not behind; you’re being redirected. In this episode, you are reminded to release the guilt of what didn’t happen, refocus your energy, and finish the year aligned instead of anxious.
You’ll learn how to:
✅ Let go of guilt and turn self-blame into growth
✅ Refocus your energy wit...
Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
In this RESET Wednesday, you are reminded to stop carrying the unnecessary with you. It no longer serves you and may be blocking your pending blessings.
Free download: 5 Mindset Shifts & Micro-Habits
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Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
There will be days when motivation disappears and life feels heavier than your goals.
In this episode, I share how I navigated my own low moments, not with hype or quick fixes, but through routines, non-negotiables, and a deep sense of purpose. I’ll show you why passion makes the work exciting, but purpose is what keeps you going when you’d rather quit. Using my podcast journey as an exa...
Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
In this RESET Wednesday, we’re talking about how to say no without carrying guilt. Boundaries aren’t selfish; they’re how you protect your focus, energy, and priorities. Learn how to recognize guilt traps, set clear limits, and keep your peace for the rest of the week.
Free download: 5 Mindset Shifts & Micro-Habits
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Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
Life has a way of knocking us down, whether it’s a job loss, a breakup, or financial struggles. When it happens, the first thing that takes a hit is our confidence.
In this episode, I’ll walk you through how to rebuild that confidence step by step, without feeling overwhelmed. You’ll learn how to reframe the story you tell yourself, create small wins that rebuild self-trust, and design ...
Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
This isn’t a rehearsal, this is your real life. In today’s RESET Wednesday, I’m reminding you to stop putting off what you can do today for tomorrow. From your personal goals and career to your finances and relationships, procrastination steals time, the one thing you can never get back. This is your push to take action now, because the perfect time will never come.
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Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
Your past doesn’t get to decide your future. In this episode, I’m talking about why it’s time to stop letting old mistakes, regrets, and comfort zones set the standards for your life. You’ll hear why raising your standards is the key to real growth, how to move forward without guilt, and what’s waiting for you when you refuse to settle. This is your reminder that your past was preparati...
Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
This week’s R.E.S.E.T. Wednesday is your reminder that you’re not behind—you’re simply in the middle of your story. Too often, we compare our timeline to others and forget that progress isn’t always loud or obvious.
This episode is here to help you pause, breathe, and remember that your journey is still unfolding exactly as it should.
And don’t forget—RESET isn’t just a word, it’s a frame...
Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
In this episode, we dive into what it really means to take control of your education and growth. I share how my own journey began during long commutes, first with entertaining podcasts, then growth-focused shows, and eventually audiobooks. For two years straight, I averaged two books a month, and it completely reshaped how I see learning.
We’ll cover:
The mindset shift...
Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
We all get warning signs, irritability, fatigue, loss of focus, but most of us ignore them until we’re forced to stop.
In this Reset Wednesday, I’m breaking down why it’s so important to pay attention to your personal ‘check engine light’ and how to address the small issues before they turn into major breakdowns. Take a few minutes today to pause, reset, and finish the week strong.
R...
Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
I’ll be real with you, I needed a break. I was running on fumes, pouring out more than I was putting back in, and it caught up with me. So I stepped away, recharged, and got clear on where I’m headed. Now I’m back, rebranded, and more aligned than ever, and I’m excited to take you with me.
In this episode, I’m sharing why that break was necessary, the power of hitting reset before burnou...
Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
I’m pressing pause on the podcast for a few weeks, I need a full reset. I’m making room for something greater, and I can't wait for you all to see the transformation. Stay tuned.
Free download: 5 Mindset Shifts & Micro-Habits
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Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
Today, we are taking a moment to pause. Our lives are busy, and we are rarely intentional about taking time for ourselves. In this episode, we take a moment to pause and reflect.
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Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
Do you ever feel like your mind is working against you? Like no matter how hard you try to stay positive, the negative thoughts just won’t let up? In this episode, we dive deep into the truth about negative thinking — where it comes from, why it shows up so often, and how to take your power back.
You’ll learn:
- The hidden roots of negative thoughts (and why they don’t define you)
- How to...
Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce Yourself
We put so much pressure on ourselves by setting timelines for our success, and when we don't hit these goals, negative self-talk kicks in. I want to tell you from experience that it doesn't matter if you arrive late as long as you arrive.
Don't allow the timeline to discourage you from moving on to your goals.
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