Catalyst Motivation Podcast
Welcome to the Catalyst Motivation Podcast, your ultimate source of inspiration and motivation.
Episodes
THROWBACK!!! In episode 53, host Jason tackles the common habit of avoiding effort—why we do it, how fear and comfort fuel procrastination, and why it holds us back from growth.
He shares practical steps to overcome avoidance: break tasks into small goals, practice self-compassion, seek support, and take one concrete action toward a goal this week.
Feeling overwhelmed, resentful, or drained? This episode unpacks why boundaries are so hard to set — from fear of rejection and conflict to confusing connection with compliance — and reframes ‘no’ as self-respect, not selfishness.
Jason shares five practical steps (start small, use I-statements, delay responses, expect discomfort, and visualize energy as currency) and a simple boundary check-in exercise to help you honor your limit...
THROWBACK!!! Episode 52 of the Catalyst Podcast explores why starting small leads to big success.
Host Jason shares his personal journey—how grief and a cancer diagnosis inspired the podcast and revealed the power of purpose, consistency, and small daily actions.
Listeners learn practical advice for breaking large goals into manageable steps.
The episode covers resilience, finding your why, building momentum, visualization, and the...
Jason breaks down why procrastination is emotional mismanagement, not laziness, and explores how fear, perfectionism, and even the love of comfort hold us back. This episode reframes procrastination as a signal and offers practical, compassionate ways to move forward.
Learn five science-backed strategies—the two-minute rule, time blocking, temptation bundling, micro-goals, and a self-compassion check-in—plus a guided five-minute re...
THROWBACK!!! In episode 50 Jason dives into the 'fear of courage'—why we stall on big dreams and how to move forward.
He shares personal stories, practical tips, and reframes courage as a muscle you can strengthen. Expect simple steps like starting small, visualizing success, and finding support.
This raw, unedited episode is a quick, motivating guide to taking action despite fear.
Jason encourages listeners to write down one fear ...
In this episode, host Jason walks through seven practical ways to move through a breakup—feel your emotions, name what was lost, learn from the pain, use humor, reconnect with yourself, set boundaries with nostalgia, and create a release ritual.
It closes with a short guided reflection to help you breathe, inventory your losses and gains, and begin the work of healing and self-recovery.
THROWBACK!!! Episode 51 of the Catalyst podcast explores why taking the harder path—embracing challenges, setbacks, and growth—ultimately makes life easier by building resilience, confidence, and deeper satisfaction.
Host Jason shares personal stories, actionable tips (set clear goals, adopt a growth mindset, build resilience, seek support, and take small consistent actions) and a takeaway challenge to start choosing progress over ...
We walk listeners through 10 practical strategies—like naming emotions, micro‑gratitude, movement, kind self‑talk, a hard‑day playlist, the five‑minute rule, laughter, honest check‑ins, visualizing the end of the day, and a permission mantra—to help prevent rough days from taking over.
The episode closes with a guided breathing exercise, a 1%‑better challenge, and a short journaling prompt to help you integrate these ge...
THROWBACK!!! We explore "pattern formatting" as a practical way to build consistency and reach goals.
We explain how designing routines turns desired actions into automatic habits. He shares his own content-creation system that reduced chaos and increased output.
The episode offers concrete examples for applying patterns to work, learning, and daily life.
Listeners are challenged to pick one goal and spend 15 minutes designing a d...
In this episode we reframe fear as a guide, not a stop sign, and share four practical ways to navigate it: name your fear, explore what’s on the other side, practice micro bravery, and reframe fear as a signal of meaning.
Listeners will get a simple exercise to identify a fear, uncover what it protects, and take one small step toward growth this week.
THROWBACK!!! Part 2: In this raw, unedited episode Jason shares his personal struggle with feeling adrift.
He reflects on relationships, work, trust, lingering pain from the past, and how his dreams often turned into fear instead of action, while emphasizing the importance of seeking help and not giving up.
He mentions music, memories, and parenting as anchors in his life.
Jason recounts moments of panic and self-created stories th...
We break down "radical ownership," the mindset of taking responsibility for your experiences to reclaim agency, end repeating patterns, and find inner freedom. Using real stories, practical reframes, and research, he explains how ownership creates clarity and better results.
Listeners get a simple five-minute journaling exercise to identify what they expected, what they avoided, what they can own, and one small action to take tomor...
THROWBACK!!!! PART 1: We candidly explore feelings of disconnection, grief, and numbness in this raw episode.
We reflect on family loss, strained relationships, and the struggle to reconnect. We consider whether pouring energy into the podcast has masked deeper issues and contemplate seeking help.
This episode is a vulnerable look at accountability, action over talk, and the search for purpose.
We share how small changes—like more ...
In this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, we explore how peace is not the absence of noise but a trainable skill. Drawing on Stoic wisdom, modern psychology, and neuroscience, he explains why distraction erodes well-being and offers practical strategies—like the "Stillness Sprint"—to reclaim attention and cultivate presence.
Learn about the costs of digital overload, comparison traps, and hustle culture, and discover sim...
Episode 46 of the Catalyst Podcast with Jason explores the idea of an identity shift and how life events can push us to change.
Jason uses an acorn parable and shares his own catalyst to explain signs of change: feeling stuck, questioning values, losing interest in old hobbies, and a growing desire to grow.
He offers practical steps like journaling, affirmations, and challenging your inner critic.
Listeners are encouraged to step o...
We examine the anatomy of betrayal—what it looks like, why we miss the signs, and how it shapes our relationships.
Using Stoic insights and practical tips, he guides listeners through spotting patterns, rebuilding trust wisely, and conducting a short "trust audit" to strengthen boundaries and resilience.
Welcome to the Catalyst Podcast, raw, real, and unedited. Episode 45 explores rumination — the habit of replaying negative thoughts and experiences — and why it holds us back.
We offer concise, practical tools: recognize rumination, use mental interrupts, reframe thoughts, practice gratitude and mindfulness, journal, ground yourself in the present, and seek help when needed to reclaim your energy and move forward.
Host Jason challenges listeners to stop drifting through life on autopilot and start paying attention to what truly matters. Drawing on Stoic wisdom and modern research, he offers practical steps to wake up: notice your surroundings, push beyond comfort, and seek real connection.
The episode introduces the simple 3-3-3 check-in—record three things you noticed, three ways you stepped out of your comfort zone, and three meaningful co...
THROWBACK!!! Episode 44 of the Catalyst Podcast explores the power of the wounded healer.
Host Jason examines how personal scars can become sources of strength and empathy. He shares stories and practical steps to turn pain into purpose.
Through a relatable college story about public speaking, the episode shows how wounds can lead to growth.
Jason outlines three actionable steps: embrace your story, find your tribe, and help others...
Isn't it strange how the guy who treats others with love and loyalty ends up asking what he did wrong? In this episode Jason breaks down "nice guy syndrome," how inauthentic people-pleasing creates resentment and missed opportunities, and how stoic wisdom helps you become emotionally sovereign instead of conflict-avoidant.
Learn five practical shifts—stop seeking approval, feel your anger, take up space, pursue what you want, and b...
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