Fonda White shares openly his previous struggles with mental health, attempted suicide, and how he has found his purpose in life by inspiring hope in others.Fonda was a collegiate football standout and member of the historic inaugural championship season of Wichita Falls Nighthawks, in which they swept the country by storm.This episode is profound and I'm honored to have had the opportunity to listen and share with Fonda.—In the episode, we also talked about the Steady Focused studio and equipment I use. Below are some behind the scenes photos: Camera - Panasonic GH4Microphone - Blue Yetti USBMain Light - cheap softbox from Amazon, they don’t even make it anymore. But you can get an entire kit of 3 lights for under $100.Accent light (behind me) - Neewer LED light with a color film over the top to give a color splash. It’s about $40 bucks and is wireless.Wall Art - a graffiti vinyl sticker I bought on Amazon. It stretches the entire wall and was about $100.Brick wall - it’s actually faux brick panels that we bought at Home Depot. They are about $30 a piece and it took 3 to cover an entire wall.

Fonda White shares openly his previous struggles with mental health, attempted suicide, and how he has found his purpose in life by inspiring hope in others.Fonda was a collegiate football standout and member of the historic inaugural championship season of Wichita Falls Nighthawks, in which they swept the country by storm.This episode is profound and I'm honored to have had the opportunity to listen and share with Fonda.—In the episode, we also talked about the Steady Focused studio and equipment I use. Below are some behind the scenes photos: Camera - Panasonic GH4Microphone - Blue Yetti USBMain Light - cheap softbox from Amazon, they don’t even make it anymore. But you can get an entire kit of 3 lights for under $100.Accent light (behind me) - Neewer LED light with a color film over the top to give a color splash. It’s about $40 bucks and is wireless.Wall Art - a graffiti vinyl sticker I bought on Amazon. It stretches the entire wall and was about $100.Brick wall - it’s actually faux brick panels that we bought at Home Depot. They are about $30 a piece and it took 3 to cover an entire wall.

094 - Never Give Up - Fonda White Interview

Enrique Infante, Jr. is a United States Air Force veteran, a leader and a competitive strongman/powerlifter. In this episode, we sit down and discuss topics such as a horrible van wreck he caused at 17, serving 14  years in USAF, body weight (and our relationship with food)... plus being strong as hell.Come along with us on this conversation!Follow Enrique (Ricky)https://instagram.com/rick_pudge8Follow Simeon/Steady Focusedhttps://facebook.com/steadyfocused1https://facebook.com/simeonhendrixhttps://instagram.com/simeonhendrix

Enrique Infante, Jr. is a United States Air Force veteran, a leader and a competitive strongman/powerlifter. In this episode, we sit down and discuss topics such as a horrible van wreck he caused at 17, serving 14 years in USAF, body weight (and our relationship with food)... plus being strong as hell.Come along with us on this conversation!Follow Enrique (Ricky) <a href="https://instagram.com/rick_pudge8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/rick_pudge8</a>Follow Simeon/Steady Focused <a href="https://facebook.com/steadyfocused1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/steadyfocused1</a> <a href="https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix</a> <a href="https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix</a>

093 - Treat People the Way They Want to be Treated - Enrique Infante, Jr. Interview

Pioneer belts have become synonymous with unmatched quality and dependability in the powerlifting and weightlifting community. Their belts have been trusted and used by some of the strongest humans on earth during world-record-setting lifts... I'm talking 1,000+ pound squats.Matt Hadden is the president of Pioneer Belts (General Leathercraft Mfg.), a 3rd generation family-owned and operated business that services lifters around the world - all from their small town in central Texas.Come behind the scenes with us as we discuss the 40+ year history of Pioneer Belts, how they utilized social media to gain worldwide attention, innovation, hardships, and the importance of putting in the work!We talk about the invention of the Pioneer Cut Belts as well as the Pioneer Adjustable Lever!----------------------------------------Pioneer Beltshttps://GeneralLeathercraft.comhttps://www.facebook.com/generalleathercrafthttps://www.instagram.com/pioneer_fit/Simeon Hendrix &amp; Steady Focusedhttps://steadyfocused.com/92https://facebook.com/steadyfocused1https://facebook.com/simeonhendrixhttps://instagram.com/simeonhendrix

Pioneer belts have become synonymous with unmatched quality and dependability in the powerlifting and weightlifting community. Their belts have been trusted and used by some of the strongest humans on earth during world-record-setting lifts... I'm talking 1,000+ pound squats.Matt Hadden is the president of Pioneer Belts (General Leathercraft Mfg.), a 3rd generation family-owned and operated business that services lifters around the world - all from their small town in central Texas.Come behind the scenes with us as we discuss the 40+ year history of Pioneer Belts, how they utilized social media to gain worldwide attention, innovation, hardships, and the importance of putting in the work!We talk about the invention of the Pioneer Cut Belts as well as the Pioneer Adjustable Lever!----------------------------------------Pioneer Belts<a href="https://GeneralLeathercraft.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://GeneralLeathercraft.com</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/generalleathercraft" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/generalleathercraft</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pioneer_fit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/pioneer_fit/</a>Simeon Hendrix &amp; Steady Focused<a href="https://steadyfocused.com/92" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://steadyfocused.com/92</a> <a href="https://facebook.com/steadyfocused1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/steadyfocused1</a> <a href="https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix</a> <a href="https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix</a>

092 - Pioneer Belts Matt Hadden Interview - You Get Out What You Put In

A look back on November’s conversations, highlighting my biggest takeaways from each.085 - Ryan Huff – Addiction, Recovery and Self LoveThe difference between a normal person and an alcoholic or an addict is that normal people change their behaviors to meet their goals and alcoholics or addicts change their goals to meet their behavior.Being grateful for our past, in recovery087 - Drew Hill – Strengthening the YouthPerseverance – “Almost to the top” – taking a break along the route to the top of Mount Everest and dying - it’s dangerous.088 - LeLani Lei – Life is All About the People You MeetBeing our authentic self and realizing that people love us for THAT. Life is about the relationships we make – it’s not about the money, or cars, or things. 089 - Stephen Santellana - Serving Others Through Leadership Powerful story of having a mental health breakdown just after his first child was born. Recognizing &amp; managing stress. Be well spoken. Feeding our brain.090 - Mike Battaglino – Stay the Course &amp; Trust the Process Consistency – 10 years of recording his workouts, and still shows up as a student, humble and hungry. Man’s Search For Meaning. Reminded me that best way to learn is to teach (coaching, mentoring, etc.)Coming in DecemberMatt Hadden, President of Pioneer Belts (General Leather Craft) some of the best lifting belts in the entire world that have been worn to set numerous world records. Made right here in Texas.Enrique Infante, Jr. – Strongman, Mike Battaglino’s training partner, US veteran.Fonda White former Wichita Falls Nighthawk who has been spreading positive information and sharing openly about his struggles with mental illness. He’s putting out some excellent content and seeking to make a difference in the lives of others.

A look back on November’s conversations, highlighting my biggest takeaways from each.085 - Ryan Huff – Addiction, Recovery and Self LoveThe difference between a normal person and an alcoholic or an addict is that normal people change their behaviors to meet their goals and alcoholics or addicts change their goals to meet their behavior.Being grateful for our past, in recovery087 - Drew Hill – Strengthening the YouthPerseverance – “Almost to the top” – taking a break along the route to the top of Mount Everest and dying - it’s dangerous.088 - LeLani Lei – Life is All About the People You MeetBeing our authentic self and realizing that people love us for THAT. Life is about the relationships we make – it’s not about the money, or cars, or things. 089 - Stephen Santellana - Serving Others Through Leadership Powerful story of having a mental health breakdown just after his first child was born. Recognizing &amp; managing stress. Be well spoken. Feeding our brain.090 - Mike Battaglino – Stay the Course &amp; Trust the Process Consistency – 10 years of recording his workouts, and still shows up as a student, humble and hungry. Man’s Search For Meaning. Reminded me that best way to learn is to teach (coaching, mentoring, etc.)Coming in DecemberMatt Hadden, President of Pioneer Belts (General Leather Craft) some of the best lifting belts in the entire world that have been worn to set numerous world records. Made right here in Texas.Enrique Infante, Jr. – Strongman, Mike Battaglino’s training partner, US veteran.Fonda White former Wichita Falls Nighthawk who has been spreading positive information and sharing openly about his struggles with mental illness. He’s putting out some excellent content and seeking to make a difference in the lives of others.

091 -  November Reflection

Mike Battaglino

Mike is a USAF Veteran. He's a competitive strongman who has been documenting his workouts consistently for over 10 years and has his sights set on becoming the United States Strongest Man in the Middle Weight Division. Humble, passionate, empathetic - a student of human connectivity and mental health. Mike Battaglino is the epitome of Steady Focused.—-Follow Mike:https://instagram.com/ChronosStrengthhttps://facebook.com/ChronosStrength2Follow Simeon/Steady Focused:https://youtube.com/simeonhendrixhttps://facebook.com/simeonhendrixhttps://instagram.com/simeonhendrix

Mike is a USAF Veteran. He's a competitive strongman who has been documenting his workouts consistently for over 10 years and has his sights set on becoming the United States Strongest Man in the Middle Weight Division. Humble, passionate, empathetic - a student of human connectivity and mental health. Mike Battaglino is the epitome of Steady Focused.—-Follow Mike: <a href="https://instagram.com/ChronosStrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/ChronosStrength</a> <a href="https://facebook.com/ChronosStrength2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/ChronosStrength2</a>Follow Simeon/Steady Focused: <a href="https://youtube.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtube.com/simeonhendrix</a> <a href="https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix</a> <a href="https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix</a>

090 - Stay the Course and Trust the Process - Mike Battaglino Interview

Join us for this candid conversation as Wichita Falls Mayor Stephen Santellana discusses the roads that lead him to become the man he is today. We discuss entrepreneurship, leadership, identifying and managing stress, having fun, fighting for what you believe in, and much more.

Join us for this candid conversation as Wichita Falls Mayor Stephen Santellana discusses the roads that lead him to become the man he is today. We discuss entrepreneurship, leadership, identifying and managing stress, having fun, fighting for what you believe in, and much more.

089 - Serving Others Through Leadership - Stephen Santellana Interview

Join us as we shine the light on one of the most truly authentic and genuine people I've ever met, Lelani Lei. She's an old soul who was born with a song in her heart. She's lived a nomad's life bouncing all around the USA. She’s a great friend with an awesome story.

Join us as we shine the light on one of the most truly authentic and genuine people I've ever met, Lelani Lei. She's an old soul who was born with a song in her heart. She's lived a nomad's life bouncing all around the USA. She’s a great friend with an awesome story.

088 -  Life is All About the People You Meet - Lelani Lei Interview

Drew Hill

Not only has Drew produced several D1, D2 D3 athletes, but he trains individuals as young as 7 years old and instills the basics of proper lifting and body mechanics!He's an entrepreneur and former assistant strength coach at Midwestern State University that has had several of his papers published in research journals...Drew is one of the most inspirational people I know and am VERY excited to shine a light on his story!----------------------------------------Find Drew at Endunamoo Strength &amp; Conditioning:https://www.instagram.com/endunamoo_sc/https://www.facebook.com/EndunamooSCSimeon &amp; Steady Focused:https://facebook.com/simeonhendrixhttps://instagram.com/simeonhendrix

Not only has Drew produced several D1, D2 D3 athletes, but he trains individuals as young as 7 years old and instills the basics of proper lifting and body mechanics!He's an entrepreneur and former assistant strength coach at Midwestern State University that has had several of his papers published in research journals...Drew is one of the most inspirational people I know and am VERY excited to shine a light on his story!----------------------------------------Find Drew at Endunamoo Strength &amp; Conditioning: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/endunamoo_sc/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/endunamoo_sc/</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/EndunamooSC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/EndunamooSC</a>Simeon &amp; Steady Focused: <a href="https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix</a> <a href="https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix</a>

087 - Strengthening the Youth - Drew Hill Interview

Whether I thrash, whether I quit. Whether I sprint, whether I scream. Whether I celebrate, whether I regret. Whether I breathe, whether I focus, whether I exhale, whether I kneel, whether I humble and bathe in gratitude, or whether I walk in ungrateful selfish attitude - the river flows.Through all my humanity, vanity, grandeur, giving, pleading, asking, receiving, seeking - the river flows. Through all my obsessions, feelings of importance, feelings of insignificance, life, death - the river flows. The earth turns. Energy moves. God is. The wind blows. The leaf carried.Humility. Passion. Anxiety, Movement. Gratitude. Love. Love for myself and love for another. Love for another. Giving of myself for another. Compassion. Thoughts stacked upon miles and miles. Words filled upon an endless horizon of books - a fly buzzing going mad attempting to explain. Today is the only day. I am a leaf. I am a straw dog. Thank you, God, for my life.----------------------------------------http://steadyfocused.com/86http://facebook.com/simeonhendrixhttp://instagram.com/simeonhendrix

Whether I thrash, whether I quit. Whether I sprint, whether I scream. Whether I celebrate, whether I regret. Whether I breathe, whether I focus, whether I exhale, whether I kneel, whether I humble and bathe in gratitude, or whether I walk in ungrateful selfish attitude - the river flows.Through all my humanity, vanity, grandeur, giving, pleading, asking, receiving, seeking - the river flows. Through all my obsessions, feelings of importance, feelings of insignificance, life, death - the river flows. The earth turns. Energy moves. God is. The wind blows. The leaf carried.Humility. Passion. Anxiety, Movement. Gratitude. Love. Love for myself and love for another. Love for another. Giving of myself for another. Compassion. Thoughts stacked upon miles and miles. Words filled upon an endless horizon of books - a fly buzzing going mad attempting to explain. Today is the only day. I am a leaf. I am a straw dog. Thank you, God, for my life.----------------------------------------<a href="http://steadyfocused.com/86" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://steadyfocused.com/86</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix</a> <a href="http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix</a>

086 - The River Flows

Ryan Huff

In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Mr. Ryan Huff as he courageously pulls the curtain back and openly discusses his addiction and the process of recovery. This is a powerful conversation and I'm so grateful for being able to hear.Please, if you find any value in this - share with someone you love.----------------------------------------https://steadyfocused.com/85https://facebook.com/simeonhendrixhttps://instagram.com/simeonhendrixFind more about Ryan:https://www.facebook.com/ryan.huff.5496

In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Mr. Ryan Huff as he courageously pulls the curtain back and openly discusses his addiction and the process of recovery. This is a powerful conversation and I'm so grateful for being able to hear.Please, if you find any value in this - share with someone you love.----------------------------------------<a href="https://steadyfocused.com/85" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://steadyfocused.com/85</a> <a href="https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix</a> <a href="https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix</a>Find more about Ryan: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ryan.huff.5496" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/ryan.huff.5496</a>

085 - Addiction, Recovery and Self Love - Ryan Huff

Reach goals, identify weak points, overcome struggles and become the best version of yourself possible! The most important rule - work hard, work smart, love yourself and have fun!

One of my favorite podcasts to listen to! Always great content!

Great podcast

Steady Focused

Jessica Edwards

Jessica Edwards, co-founder of Frank and Joe’s Coffee House sits down and gives real world behind the scenes tips on how to build a successful business.Earlier this week I sat down with Jessica Edwards, co-founder of Frank and Joe's Coffee House in WF, TX. In addition to her role with Frank and Joe’s she has several other business ventures as well as a strong passion for building the community of Wichita FallsWe dive deep into entrepreneurship, the best advice Jessica has ever received, the importance of having a counselor, crushing it in business with your family members, how to get help growing your businesses and so much more!I learned a lot in this episode! PLEASE! Share with any of your entrepreneur friends... especially those who are just getting started!#SteadyFocused  

Jessica Edwards, co-founder of Frank and Joe’s Coffee House sits down and gives real world behind the scenes tips on how to build a successful business.Earlier this week I sat down with Jessica Edwards, co-founder of Frank and Joe's Coffee House in WF, TX. In addition to her role with Frank and Joe’s she has several other business ventures as well as a strong passion for building the community of Wichita Falls We dive deep into entrepreneurship, the best advice Jessica has ever received, the importance of having a counselor, crushing it in business with your family members, how to get help growing your businesses and so much more! I learned a lot in this episode! PLEASE! Share with any of your entrepreneur friends... especially those who are just getting started! #SteadyFocused

076 - What I Wish I Knew, Behind The Scenes Advice on Building a Business - Jessica Edwards Interview

On this episode of Steady Focused, I sit down with one of my favorite people I regularly talk to, Mr. Ryan Graves. There’s many great things about Ryan: he’s the Director of Patient Experience at United Regional (where he and I both work), he’s a blue belt in Brazilian Jujitsu, he’s a big guy like myself - he and I regularly talk about weight lose / weight gain / food, he’s into lifting weights,  he used to own his own gym, and he’s a preacher.You’ll learn about our struggles and successes with weight loss and weight maintenance. We talk about food, family, God, meditation, staying on the path, getting back on the path, Brazilian Jujitsu, making time for the important things, and just doing the next right thing.Ryan and I regularly meet up, usually a couple times a week and check in with each other. I wanted to capture the essence of what our weekly jams are like and share them with you.Please, let me know what your favorite parts were of the episode! Ryan Graves weight loss and weight maintenance transformation, losing 70 pounds. Left 2017, Right 2019. Support the show!Pick up a shirt, coffee cup, hat… All proceeds help keep Steady Focused running. We’ve got big plans for expansion and your support truly does matter - thank you!   Look good while you’re conquering your goals with some Steady Focused gear. Links from the show—Free customizable weekly schedule template — Dr. Lane Norton - One of Ryan’s trusted go to sources within the food / health / exercise world— My Fitness Pal - A calorie / macro / health tracker that Ryan and I both use— Avatar Nutrition - A food / macro guide app that Ryan has had tremendous success with—Renpho Bluetooth Scale w/Smart Phone App - The scale / weight tracker we both useLearn more about Ryan Graves— Grace Church of Iowa Park, TX— Ryan on FB— Ryan on IGLearn more about Simeon Hendrix—https://steadyfocused.com—https://youtube.com/simeonhendrix—https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix—https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix

On this episode of Steady Focused, I sit down with one of my favorite people I regularly talk to, Mr. Ryan Graves. There’s many great things about Ryan: he’s the Director of Patient Experience at United Regional (where he and I both work), he’s a blue belt in Brazilian Jujitsu, he’s a big guy like myself - he and I regularly talk about weight lose / weight gain / food, he’s into lifting weights, he used to own his own gym, and he’s a preacher.You’ll learn about our struggles and successes with weight loss and weight maintenance. We talk about food, family, God, meditation, staying on the path, getting back on the path, Brazilian Jujitsu, making time for the important things, and just doing the next right thing.Ryan and I regularly meet up, usually a couple times a week and check in with each other. I wanted to capture the essence of what our weekly jams are like and share them with you.Please, let me know what your favorite parts were of the episode! Ryan Graves weight loss and weight maintenance transformation, losing 70 pounds. Left 2017, Right 2019. Support the show! Pick up a shirt, coffee cup, hat… All proceeds help keep Steady Focused running. We’ve got big plans for expansion and your support truly does matter - thank you! <a href="https://steadyfocused.com/store" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> Look good while you’re conquering your goals with some Steady Focused gear. Links from the show—Free <a href="https://bit.ly/2NpejjC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">customizable weekly schedule template </a> — <a href="https://www.biolayne.com/media/videos/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Lane Norton</a> - One of Ryan’s trusted go to sources within the food / health / exercise world — <a href="https://www.myfitnesspal.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My Fitness Pa</a>l - A calorie / macro / health tracker that Ryan and I both use — <a href="https://www.avatarnutrition.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Avatar Nutrition</a> - A food / macro guide app that Ryan has had tremendous success with —<a href="https://www.amazon.com/RENPHO-Bluetooth-Body-Fat-Scale/dp/B01N1UX8RW/ref=asc_df_B01N1UX8RW/?tag=hyprod-20&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=198066620630&amp;hvpos=1o1&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=17075908940823676635&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9027326&amp;hvtargid=pla-348268313242&amp;th=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Renpho Bluetooth Scale w/Smart Phone App</a> - The scale / weight tracker we both useLearn more about Ryan Graves— <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GraceChurchIP/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Grace Church of Iowa Park, TX</a> — <a href="https://www.facebook.com/kendall.r.graves" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ryan on FB</a> — <a href="https://www.instagram.com/k_r_graves/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ryan on IG</a>Learn more about Simeon Hendrix—<a href="https://steadyfocused.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://steadyfocused.com</a> —<a href="https://youtube.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtube.com/simeonhendrix</a> —<a href="https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix</a> —<a href="https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix</a>

083 Doing The Next Right Thing - Ryan Graves Interview

Stop Making Excuses! Kick 2019 in the Teeth and Get Yours!You know what's sad? 80% of us are going to give up on ourselves and our "New Year's Resolutions" by February 1. That's a fact.You took the time to identify weak points in your life; things that were holding you back. You identified areas you want to excel in. You identified parts of you life that made you feel weak or bad about yourself. You committed to yourself: “yes I will make a change... I NEED to make a change!”But by just 4 weeks after all these dreams and retaliations and commitments - 80% of you will QUIT and GIVE UP. Because it's uncomfortable - because you weren't really doing it for yourself, you were doing it to satiate someone else - because you didn't want to sacrifice. Because it got too uncomfortable.Is it comfortable laying in bed disgusted with your weight? Is it comfortable working at that job you hate? Is it comfortable refusing to put in the work on that project that keeps nagging at you to complete? Hell no. Nothing about life is easy. Comfort is a lie.Wake up and STOP MAKING EXCUSES!! 2019 WILL be your year - IF you grab it.

Stop Making Excuses! Kick 2019 in the Teeth and Get Yours!You know what's sad? 80% of us are going to give up on ourselves and our "New Year's Resolutions" by February 1. That's a fact.You took the time to identify weak points in your life; things that were holding you back. You identified areas you want to excel in. You identified parts of you life that made you feel weak or bad about yourself. You committed to yourself: “yes I will make a change... I NEED to make a change!”But by just 4 weeks after all these dreams and retaliations and commitments - 80% of you will QUIT and GIVE UP. Because it's uncomfortable - because you weren't really doing it for yourself, you were doing it to satiate someone else - because you didn't want to sacrifice. Because it got too uncomfortable.Is it comfortable laying in bed disgusted with your weight? Is it comfortable working at that job you hate? Is it comfortable refusing to put in the work on that project that keeps nagging at you to complete? Hell no. Nothing about life is easy. Comfort is a lie.Wake up and STOP MAKING EXCUSES!! 2019 WILL be your year - IF you grab it.

079 - Stop Making Excuses! Kick 2019 in the Teeth and Get Yours!

Dawn Thompson

Dawn Thompson come on Steady Focused to talk about the You’re Enough Movement, dream boards, the law of attraction and so much more.I sat down and interviewed Dawn Thompson! She's a successful business owner and entrepreneur, a passionate positive thinker, founder of The You're Enough Movement and just a super smart woman.Some of highlights of this interview? Dream boards, going deep into the Law of Attraction, You're Enough, what drives Dawn, God's time and sooo much more.SOOO good!! Grab your popcorn and turn it up!✅🔊Do me a favor, tag someone who would get some value from this and leave a comment below let me know what you think!Come along with me...----------------------------------------Find Dawn Thompson and the You're Enough Movement:https://www.theyoureenoughmovement.com/https://www.facebook.com/dawn.thompson.9693https://www.instagram.com/youreenoughmovement/Simeon Hendrix and Steady Focused:http://steadyfocused.com/71http://facebook.com/simeonhendrixhttp://instagram.com/simeonhendrix

Dawn Thompson come on Steady Focused to talk about the You’re Enough Movement, dream boards, the law of attraction and so much more.I sat down and interviewed Dawn Thompson! She's a successful business owner and entrepreneur, a passionate positive thinker, founder of The You're Enough Movement and just a super smart woman.Some of highlights of this interview? Dream boards, going deep into the Law of Attraction, You're Enough, what drives Dawn, God's time and sooo much more.SOOO good!! Grab your popcorn and turn it up! ✅🔊Do me a favor, tag someone who would get some value from this and leave a comment below let me know what you think!Come along with me...----------------------------------------Find Dawn Thompson and the You're Enough Movement: <a href="https://www.theyoureenoughmovement.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theyoureenoughmovement.com/</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dawn.thompson.9693" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/dawn.thompson.9693</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/youreenoughmovement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/youreenoughmovement/</a>Simeon Hendrix and Steady Focused: <a href="http://steadyfocused.com/71" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://steadyfocused.com/71</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix</a> <a href="http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix</a>

071 - You're Enough - Dawn Thompson Interview

080 - What Happened in 2018? What's Ahead for 2019?

Simeon Hendrix of Steady Focused speaks to the multimedia classes at Iowa Park Junior High.I had the privilege of being asked to speak to the multimedia classes at Iowa Park Junior High. It took me into a very reflective state, thinking back to my personal Jr. High days where were very difficult times. I’m thankful I was able to shine a bit of light into their lives. 

Simeon Hendrix of Steady Focused speaks to the multimedia classes at Iowa Park Junior High.I had the privilege of being asked to speak to the multimedia classes at Iowa Park Junior High. It took me into a very reflective state, thinking back to my personal Jr. High days where were very difficult times. I’m thankful I was able to shine a bit of light into their lives.

073 - IPJH Speach - You Are Destined For Greatness

Simeon Hendrix of Steady Focused speaks on self worth, greatness and gratitude.For those who are suffering today - I feel you. For those who are hating themselves today - I understand. For those who have lost faith in themselves - I've been there and can relate.Some of us went through horrific events as children that reinforced within our young developing minds - we are incapable of greatness. Some of us suffered tremendous loss and defeats along our journey that shook our inner self confidence so much that we convinced ourselves we're not worthy, don't deserve or are incapable of love.Reach inside yourself - kneel down and look eye to eye with the 4, 5, 6, 7 year old version of you. Wrap your arms around them and be the hero in their life and whisper "I love you... I love you... I love you... I love you."Stop hating yourself.Stop beating yourself down, it's a virus and spills over into the lives of others who love you. Who don't judge you. Who don't think you're worthless. Plus, beating ourselves down is unproductive."But Simeon, I can't stop. I don't know how. I want to stop, I want to be a success, I want to love myself but I CAN'T." - As my friend Joe Cortez IV reminded me - remove the T off of Can't.... then say it again. As my friend Dawn Thompson reminded me "whatever a man think, so shall he be."That which I focus on, I will manifest into reality. That which I consume and ruminate over I will become. Be the hero in your own life.Start by recognizing, then accepting, then surrendering - then focus on gratitude - consciously remind yourself and the universe and God what you are thankful for. "Count your blessings" is more than just a silly childhood saying - it's a powerful real, hack that not only will rewire our mind but, it will attract more abundance into our life because we are being thankful for what we have. It strengthens us.Allow me to recommend two books that have made a profound impact on my mental outlook: Unf*ck Yourself by Gary John Bishop and A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle. These two books will provide intense personal awareness, if you are willing, if you allow it. Plus, they are easy to digest and follow along.For those of you suffering today, my heart goes out to you. But I urge you to love yourself, accept yourself and continue to fight like hell for your greatness.*PS, I do believe there is a time and a place for seeking professional mental help. We all need help from time to time, and sometimes that help is in the form of a trained medical professional. Do what's best for you.

Simeon Hendrix of Steady Focused speaks on self worth, greatness and gratitude.For those who are suffering today - I feel you. For those who are hating themselves today - I understand. For those who have lost faith in themselves - I've been there and can relate.Some of us went through horrific events as children that reinforced within our young developing minds - we are incapable of greatness. Some of us suffered tremendous loss and defeats along our journey that shook our inner self confidence so much that we convinced ourselves we're not worthy, don't deserve or are incapable of love.Reach inside yourself - kneel down and look eye to eye with the 4, 5, 6, 7 year old version of you. Wrap your arms around them and be the hero in their life and whisper "I love you... I love you... I love you... I love you."Stop hating yourself.Stop beating yourself down, it's a virus and spills over into the lives of others who love you. Who don't judge you. Who don't think you're worthless. Plus, beating ourselves down is unproductive."But Simeon, I can't stop. I don't know how. I want to stop, I want to be a success, I want to love myself but I CAN'T." - As my friend Joe Cortez IV reminded me - remove the T off of Can't.... then say it again. As my friend Dawn Thompson reminded me "whatever a man think, so shall he be."That which I focus on, I will manifest into reality. That which I consume and ruminate over I will become. Be the hero in your own life.Start by recognizing, then accepting, then surrendering - then focus on gratitude - consciously remind yourself and the universe and God what you are thankful for. "Count your blessings" is more than just a silly childhood saying - it's a powerful real, hack that not only will rewire our mind but, it will attract more abundance into our life because we are being thankful for what we have. It strengthens us.Allow me to recommend two books that have made a profound impact on my mental outlook: Unf*ck Yourself by Gary John Bishop and A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle. These two books will provide intense personal awareness, if you are willing, if you allow it. Plus, they are easy to digest and follow along.For those of you suffering today, my heart goes out to you. But I urge you to love yourself, accept yourself and continue to fight like hell for your greatness.*PS, I do believe there is a time and a place for seeking professional mental help. We all need help from time to time, and sometimes that help is in the form of a trained medical professional. Do what's best for you.

077 - For Those Who Are Suffering Today

D.J. Dugan

D.j. Dugan, of Shake Magazine and Smith Music, sits down with Simeon Hendrix in the Steady Focused studio for an amazing interview about winning in 2018 as a musician, Texas Music and so much more.One of the Most Important Men in Texas Music You've Probably Never Heard Of...Without D.j. Dugan's relentless efforts, the Texas Music landscape would look very very different. And that’s no exaggeration. Hailing from the Ft. Worth Stockyards, Dugan is a creative innovator, a 7th generation entrepreneur, creator and co-owner of Shake Music TV, and marketing / digital distribution manager for Smith Music.Odds are pretty good – if you’re listening to a Texas artist on Spotify, or buying an album at Buck-ees rest stop – D.j. had a hand in getting in there. He’s done a whole heck of a lot more too…Watch as we discuss: pitfalls most musicians are making in 2018, online distribution, the importance of marketing, being yourself, becoming a “Music Friendly Community”(LET'S DO THIS WF!) and much much more…Books recommended by D.j.:– Guerrilla Marketing by Jay Conrad LevinsonFor more information about D.j. Dugan:—http://facebook.com/TheRealDJDugan—http://instagram.com/TheRealDJDugan—http://shakemusictv.com—http://smithmusic.comFor more information about Simeon Hendrix:—http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix—http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix—http://steadyfocused.com/78

D.j. Dugan, of Shake Magazine and Smith Music, sits down with Simeon Hendrix in the Steady Focused studio for an amazing interview about winning in 2018 as a musician, Texas Music and so much more.One of the Most Important Men in Texas Music You've Probably Never Heard Of...Without <a href="https://www.facebook.com/therealdjdugan?__tn__=K-R&amp;eid=ARC0pXN6lLrYl9Xyji4AIJINPDn8_bxs1RzdTc1toVs7UWsQctye-mGhIm3k_-DAW7odcgC-kZThbyVb&amp;fref=mentions&amp;__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARDfvwYreI2HNm4iF_EkD77yaMMqRLJA4xd7v2bYhSaF61ER6ncln2s0_4c00D_Wgbp8nvQAjrTfnf5o7zjJoaeJT2vLntxZ2wWnPIZy5ufUXHGZKtN2oGHJ9Bs0btNwq7GtrU-ElstgIKmwGaKX5OyS4y9jNiSVa_PfDzislS6RFct3CgU5HKvBi2bAh9n7D3bESAFxyAA94VP30TeLhwwmqdv2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">D.j. Dugan</a>'s relentless efforts, the Texas Music landscape would look very very different. And that’s no exaggeration. Hailing from the Ft. Worth Stockyards, Dugan is a creative innovator, a 7th generation entrepreneur, creator and co-owner of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/shakemusictv/?__tn__=K-R&amp;eid=ARBSWh59pQvA-5Mh9qXAblPC4bkOj_miQnADg5DncSD3wjeWvOqvhMbsGX_A5avigqyoDt_mkXKkV5ZR&amp;fref=mentions&amp;__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARDfvwYreI2HNm4iF_EkD77yaMMqRLJA4xd7v2bYhSaF61ER6ncln2s0_4c00D_Wgbp8nvQAjrTfnf5o7zjJoaeJT2vLntxZ2wWnPIZy5ufUXHGZKtN2oGHJ9Bs0btNwq7GtrU-ElstgIKmwGaKX5OyS4y9jNiSVa_PfDzislS6RFct3CgU5HKvBi2bAh9n7D3bESAFxyAA94VP30TeLhwwmqdv2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shake Music TV</a>, and marketing / digital distribution manager for <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sedistribution/?__tn__=K-R&amp;eid=ARCetjIISc1OFrTmtNoX7JjF86472H3wDLG514is4gGKLS1--_jA_0uWzwfBWRyut1nxkYFMLLrFzlr2&amp;fref=mentions&amp;__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARDfvwYreI2HNm4iF_EkD77yaMMqRLJA4xd7v2bYhSaF61ER6ncln2s0_4c00D_Wgbp8nvQAjrTfnf5o7zjJoaeJT2vLntxZ2wWnPIZy5ufUXHGZKtN2oGHJ9Bs0btNwq7GtrU-ElstgIKmwGaKX5OyS4y9jNiSVa_PfDzislS6RFct3CgU5HKvBi2bAh9n7D3bESAFxyAA94VP30TeLhwwmqdv2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smith Music</a>.Odds are pretty good – if you’re listening to a Texas artist on Spotify, or buying an album at Buck-ees rest stop – D.j. had a hand in getting in there. He’s done a whole heck of a lot more too…Watch as we discuss: pitfalls most musicians are making in 2018, online distribution, the importance of marketing, being yourself, becoming a “Music Friendly Community”(LET'S DO THIS WF!) and much much more…Books recommended by D.j.: – Guerrilla Marketing by Jay Conrad Levinson For more information about D.j. Dugan: —<a href="http://facebook.com/TheRealDJDugan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/TheRealDJDugan</a> —<a href="http://instagram.com/TheRealDJDugan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://instagram.com/TheRealDJDugan</a> —<a href="http://shakemusictv.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://shakemusictv.com</a> —<a href="http://smithmusic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://smithmusic.com</a> For more information about Simeon Hendrix: —<a href="http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix</a> —<a href="http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix</a> —<a href="http://steadyfocused.com/78" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://steadyfocused.com/78</a>

078 - One of the Most Important Men in Texas Music, You've Never Heard of - D.j. Dugan Interview

We are all teachers. We are all influencers that teach every day. Whether it's the man that passes us on the street, teaching him how we are supposed to act in public, or if it's a brother, son, sister or cousin, teaching them the ways of a craft or the family business. Whether we realize it or not, we teach and people learn. Let's be intentional with the way we teach.  Let's be intentional about the way we learn.Continual education benefits not only myself, but the entire collective. As I learn to walk with peace, curiosity, positivity, those traits are taught to others. As I invest into the continual education of my craft, becoming a better photographer, filmmaker, artist, human ... that knowledge can inspire and can help others. So let it shine.      “A rising tide, lifts all boats.”      — John F. Kennedy  I strongly recommend that you plug into and engage with a community of like minded individuals. It doesn't mean that each person is pursuing the same craft or the same end goal, but the mindset is common among the group. Every great community offers the ability to raise each other up. So within that community we all share, give and take. In order for the community to thrive and not become stagnant, it's important that we all gather information and knowledge OUTSIDE of the ecosystem, which will there in turn funnel in new information, new ideas and new epiphanies to the entire community.Henry Ford, the founder of Ford Motor Company and the father of the assembly line - the technique of mass production. He recognized that if an individual was tasked to build a complete Ford Model T from start to finish, the overall production of vehicles was very limited. It was a tremendous investment of time for one person to complete every single task necessary to build a car. Ford realized however, that if that same person instead focused on one very specific task and had other people focusing on other aspects of the build, then they would exponentially improve the output of vehicles. As a whole, the collective was able to produce many more cars with the same number of people. The same holds true with a community. Together we are stronger than we are as individuals.It's the duty of the individual to contribute. It is my duty to my family, my community, the universe for me to contribute. So days when I choose not to wake up early and hustle and stretch myself to new heights, not only am I failing personally but I am also holding back everyone else.We all have that same duty and opportunity. To drink from the knowledge of others, BUT (and most importantly) to pass on that knowledge and teach to others. Giving is the best gift. Teaching is the best way to learn. It's my duty to contribute and be active in my community, whatever community that is, whether it be a razor focused mastermind group, or my family home, or my day job work place environment. It's my duty to share intimately with the group, to learn intimately with the group, then to go out on my own, gather NEW and profound information from outside sources, return home to the headquarters and repeat the process.It bears repeating that it's extremely important to surround yourself with positive like minded people. Some of these people may be more advance and further along their career path than you and some of these people may be less advanced in their careers, but a common thread of hunger, passion, excitement and positivity should exist.If your community is one that drains you because of negativity and does not align with your personal beliefs and overall mindset... I recommend to seek out a new group that fills you while also appreciates the knowledge and passion you contribute as well.      “Being part of the community is about going out into the world, obtaining, sharing, growing... then coming back to the mother ship and sharing, giving, learning, growing... then repeating.We are muscles and will all grow upon the scar tissue of each other. My pain, my struggle, my hardships and grind, strengthens you, if I share and allow it... your pain from the struggle and hardship and grind strengthens me...If I sleep in, and don’t advance myself and don’t hustle and continually self education and reach ... not only am I hurting myself, but I’m hurting the FAMILY, the group, this brain trust, the world!”    Iron sharpens iron. Friend, I appreciate the times you've pushed through and not given up when you may have wanted to. I appreciate the times you woke up early even when you were tired. I appreciate the times you kept going... you are an inspiration.

We are all teachers. We are all influencers that teach every day. Whether it's the man that passes us on the street, teaching him how we are supposed to act in public, or if it's a brother, son, sister or cousin, teaching them the ways of a craft or the family business. Whether we realize it or not, we teach and people learn. Let's be intentional with the way we teach.  Let's be intentional about the way we learn.Continual education benefits not only myself, but the entire collective. As I learn to walk with peace, curiosity, positivity, those traits are taught to others. As I invest into the continual education of my craft, becoming a better photographer, filmmaker, artist, human ... that knowledge can inspire and can help others. So let it shine. <blockquote> “A rising tide, lifts all boats.” </blockquote> — John F. Kennedy I strongly recommend that you plug into and engage with a community of like minded individuals. It doesn't mean that each person is pursuing the same craft or the same end goal, but the mindset is common among the group. Every great community offers the ability to raise each other up. So within that community we all share, give and take. In order for the community to thrive and not become stagnant, it's important that we all gather information and knowledge OUTSIDE of the ecosystem, which will there in turn funnel in new information, new ideas and new epiphanies to the entire community.Henry Ford, the founder of Ford Motor Company and the father of the assembly line - the technique of mass production. He recognized that if an individual was tasked to build a complete Ford Model T from start to finish, the overall production of vehicles was very limited. It was a tremendous investment of time for one person to complete every single task necessary to build a car. Ford realized however, that if that same person instead focused on one very specific task and had other people focusing on other aspects of the build, then they would exponentially improve the output of vehicles. As a whole, the collective was able to produce many more cars with the same number of people. The same holds true with a community. Together we are stronger than we are as individuals.It's the duty of the individual to contribute. It is my duty to my family, my community, the universe for me to contribute. So days when I choose not to wake up early and hustle and stretch myself to new heights, not only am I failing personally but I am also holding back everyone else.We all have that same duty and opportunity. To drink from the knowledge of others, BUT (and most importantly) to pass on that knowledge and teach to others. Giving is the best gift. Teaching is the best way to learn. It's my duty to contribute and be active in my community, whatever community that is, whether it be a razor focused mastermind group, or my family home, or my day job work place environment. It's my duty to share intimately with the group, to learn intimately with the group, then to go out on my own, gather NEW and profound information from outside sources, return home to the headquarters and repeat the process.It bears repeating that it's extremely important to surround yourself with positive like minded people. Some of these people may be more advance and further along their career path than you and some of these people may be less advanced in their careers, but a common thread of hunger, passion, excitement and positivity should exist.If your community is one that drains you because of negativity and does not align with your personal beliefs and overall mindset... I recommend to seek out a new group that fills you while also appreciates the knowledge and passion you contribute as well. <blockquote> “Being part of the community is about going out into the world, obtaining, sharing, growing... then coming back to the mother ship and sharing, giving, learning, growing... then repeating. We are muscles and will all grow upon the scar tissue of each other. My pain, my struggle, my hardships and grind, strengthens you, if I share and allow it... your pain from the struggle and hardship and grind strengthens me... If I sleep in, and don’t advance myself and don’t hustle and continually self education and reach ... not only am I hurting myself, but I’m hurting the FAMILY, the group, this brain trust, the world!” </blockquote> Iron sharpens iron. Friend, I appreciate the times you've pushed through and not given up when you may have wanted to. I appreciate the times you woke up early even when you were tired. I appreciate the times you kept going... you are an inspiration.

069 - The Importance of Continual Education, Community and Teaching What You Know

This documentary follows Mike Battaglino behind the scenes as he competes to defend his title as Texas Strongest Man in the Middle Weight division.Michael (Mike) Battaglino is the reigning Texas Strongest Man champion in the Middle Weight division. Today, he travels to Dallas, Texas to defend his title.This documentary follows Mike Battaglino behind the scenes as he competes in the Texas Strongest Man 2019 competition, a Strongman Corporation event. Follow Mr. Mike Battaglino:--https://facebook.com/chronosstrength--https://instagram.com/chronosstrengthMore on Strong Man:--https://startingstrongman.com/--https://strongmancorporation.comShot and edited by Simeon Hendrix. Steady Focused.--https://steadyfocused.com/82--https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix--https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix

This documentary follows Mike Battaglino behind the scenes as he competes to defend his title as Texas Strongest Man in the Middle Weight division.Michael (Mike) Battaglino is the reigning Texas Strongest Man champion in the Middle Weight division. Today, he travels to Dallas, Texas to defend his title.This documentary follows Mike Battaglino behind the scenes as he competes in the Texas Strongest Man 2019 competition, a Strongman Corporation event. Follow Mr. Mike Battaglino: --<a href="https://facebook.com/chronosstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/chronosstrength</a> --<a href="https://instagram.com/chronosstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/chronosstrength</a>More on Strong Man: --<a href="https://startingstrongman.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://startingstrongman.com/</a> --<a href="https://strongmancorporation.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://strongmancorporation.com</a>Shot and edited by Simeon Hendrix. Steady Focused. --<a href="https://steadyfocused.com/82" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://steadyfocused.com/82</a> --<a href="https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/simeonhendrix</a> --<a href="https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/simeonhendrix</a>

082 - Battle for Texas Strongest Man 2019 - Mike Battaglino

Kingston Hendrix comes into the Steady Focused studio to talk about the importance of fun and much more.In this episode, I sit down with Mr. Kingston Hendrix, an 8 year old boy who just so happens to be my son. We talk about the importance of fun, summer time excitement, what it’s like to have divorced parents and I also throw him James Lipton’s questions from Inside the Actor’s Studio. All this and more!We also saw Kingston in previous videos over the years, but this is our first interview together:

Kingston Hendrix comes into the Steady Focused studio to talk about the importance of fun and much more.In this episode, I sit down with Mr. Kingston Hendrix, an 8 year old boy who just so happens to be my son. We talk about the importance of fun, summer time excitement, what it’s like to have divorced parents and I also throw him James Lipton’s questions from Inside the Actor’s Studio. All this and more! We also saw Kingston in previous videos over the years, but this is our first interview together:

081 - Life Through A Child's Eyes - Kingston Hendrix Interview

Joe Cortez

Love Yourself, Believe in Yourself, Be Thankful - Joe Cortez IV InterviewIn this episode, I sit down with Mr. Joe Cortez IV. He's a serial entrepreneur, a life coach, a gym owner, and also a content creator pushing massive amounts of encouragement. He also spent over a decade touring the country as a professional drummer.We dive deep in this episode and have a very open and honest conversation about loving ourselves, the power of assumptions, self talk, forgiving ourselves, allowing ourselves peace, allowing ourselves to be thankful and happy.This is a big episode that I personally received a great deal from. I hope you enjoy it as well.For more information on Joe Cortez IVhttp://yojoec.comFor more information on Simeon Hendrix and Steady Focusedhttp://facebook.com/simeonhendrixhttp://instagram.com/simeonhendrixhttp://youtube.com/simeonhendrix

Love Yourself, Believe in Yourself, Be Thankful - Joe Cortez IV InterviewIn this episode, I sit down with Mr. Joe Cortez IV. He's a serial entrepreneur, a life coach, a gym owner, and also a content creator pushing massive amounts of encouragement. He also spent over a decade touring the country as a professional drummer.We dive deep in this episode and have a very open and honest conversation about loving ourselves, the power of assumptions, self talk, forgiving ourselves, allowing ourselves peace, allowing ourselves to be thankful and happy.This is a big episode that I personally received a great deal from. I hope you enjoy it as well.For more information on Joe Cortez IV <a href="http://yojoec.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://yojoec.com</a>For more information on Simeon Hendrix and Steady Focused <a href="http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix</a> <a href="http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix</a> <a href="http://youtube.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://youtube.com/simeonhendrix</a>

075 - Love Yourself, Believe in Yourself, Be Thankful - Joe Cortez IV Interview

Erick Willis

Texas Country music artist Erick Willis comes on Steady Focused to play two new songs and talk candidly in an interview about life on the road.Erick Willis stopped by the studio where I interviewed him, and he played a couple songs!Erick Willis, a Henrietta, TX native, represents for the Wichita Falls area as he tours across the United States, bringing his soulful, powerful, beautiful, unique Texas Country music to the masses. It's clear to see why his music is moving up the charts.Listen in as Erick not only plays two of his new songs, but he talks about life on the road, the importance of content creation, how to win as a music artist in 2018, the power in not giving up, songwriting, and why heart breaking music feels so good.Tag somebody who needs to hear this Erick Willis interview and who needs to see these Erick Willis music videos! Erick is the man! Thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to sit down and share with us today.----http://steadyfocused.com/68-Erick Willis:http://ErickWillis.comhttp://twitter.com/Erick_Willishttp://instagram.com/Erick_Willishttp://facebook.com/ErickWillisSimeon Hendrix and Steady Focused:http://steadyfocusedhttp://facebook.com/simeonhendrixhttp://instagram.com/simeonhendrix

Texas Country music artist Erick Willis comes on Steady Focused to play two new songs and talk candidly in an interview about life on the road.Erick Willis stopped by the studio where I interviewed him, and he played a couple songs!Erick Willis, a Henrietta, TX native, represents for the Wichita Falls area as he tours across the United States, bringing his soulful, powerful, beautiful, unique Texas Country music to the masses. It's clear to see why his music is moving up the charts.Listen in as Erick not only plays two of his new songs, but he talks about life on the road, the importance of content creation, how to win as a music artist in 2018, the power in not giving up, songwriting, and why heart breaking music feels so good.Tag somebody who needs to hear this Erick Willis interview and who needs to see these Erick Willis music videos! Erick is the man! Thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to sit down and share with us today.----<a href="http://steadyfocused.com/68" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://steadyfocused.com/68</a> - Erick Willis: <a href="http://ErickWillis.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://ErickWillis.com</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/Erick_Willis" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://twitter.com/Erick_Willis</a> <a href="http://instagram.com/Erick_Willis" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://instagram.com/Erick_Willis</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/ErickWillis" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/ErickWillis</a>Simeon Hendrix and Steady Focused: http://steadyfocused <a href="http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix</a> <a href="http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix</a>

068 - The Power of Heartbreak and Climbing the Texas Music Charts - Erick Willis Interview

Don Ward

Mr. Don Ward of 3rd Creative comes on Steady Focused to talk about how he became the successful sports team studio photographer he is today.http://steadyfocused.com/67-In this episode of Steady Focused, Simeon Hendrix interviews Mr. Don Ward of 3rd Creative. Don Ward is a master studio sports team photographer and Photoshop Wizard. In addition, Don has a very successful business selling his team sports Photoshop templates across the country to other photographers.Don's story is inspirational and goes from struggling in his garage with DIY lighting, being laughed at by clients, to sitting on the Riverwalk in San Antonio on vacation with his wife and unexpectedly being bombarded with Photoshop template sales, the first weekend his site went live.For more information about Don Ward and 3rd Creative:http://3rdCreative.nethttp://facebook.com/3rdCreativehttp://instagram.com/3rdCreativeFor more information about Simeon Hendrix and Steady Focused:http://steadyfocused.comhttp://instagram.com/simeonhendrixhttp://facebook.com/simeonhendrix

Mr. Don Ward of 3rd Creative comes on Steady Focused to talk about how he became the successful sports team studio photographer he is today.<a href="http://steadyfocused.com/67" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://steadyfocused.com/67</a> - In this episode of Steady Focused, Simeon Hendrix interviews Mr. Don Ward of 3rd Creative. Don Ward is a master studio sports team photographer and Photoshop Wizard. In addition, Don has a very successful business selling his team sports Photoshop templates across the country to other photographers.Don's story is inspirational and goes from struggling in his garage with DIY lighting, being laughed at by clients, to sitting on the Riverwalk in San Antonio on vacation with his wife and unexpectedly being bombarded with Photoshop template sales, the first weekend his site went live.For more information about Don Ward and 3rd Creative: <a href="http://3rdCreative.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://3rdCreative.net</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/3rdCreative" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/3rdCreative</a> <a href="http://instagram.com/3rdCreative" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://instagram.com/3rdCreative</a>For more information about Simeon Hendrix and Steady Focused: <a href="http://steadyfocused.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://steadyfocused.com</a> <a href="http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix</a>

067 - There Are No Shortcuts to Success - Don Ward Interview

Simeon Hendrix - What I Learned After 2 Years and 65 Episodes of Steady FocusedThe number one take away over the past 2 years was when my father walked up to me wearing a stop watch tied around his neck "1,000 times ever day Simeon." He had placed a stop watch around his neck and was actively clicking it in front of me as he explained his reasoning for wearing it. "1,000 times every day I'm saying 'I love myself.  I'm reprograming my brain."We just hit two years and I'm feeling reflecting. So many amazing interviews with powerfully motivated creators from all across the United States, so much knowledge shared.Thank you guys for the letters. Thank you for sharing difficult subjects with me. Thank you for sharing your struggles and your triumphs with me.There's an amazing archive of strong content at http://steadyfocused.com enjoy it and tell somebody about it.-----For more info on Steady Focused and Simeon Hendrix:--http://steadyfocused.com--http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix--http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix

Simeon Hendrix - What I Learned After 2 Years and 65 Episodes of Steady FocusedThe number one take away over the past 2 years was when my father walked up to me wearing a stop watch tied around his neck "1,000 times ever day Simeon." He had placed a stop watch around his neck and was actively clicking it in front of me as he explained his reasoning for wearing it. "1,000 times every day I'm saying 'I love myself.  I'm reprograming my brain."We just hit two years and I'm feeling reflecting. So many amazing interviews with powerfully motivated creators from all across the United States, so much knowledge shared.Thank you guys for the letters. Thank you for sharing difficult subjects with me. Thank you for sharing your struggles and your triumphs with me.There's an amazing archive of strong content at <a href="http://steadyfocused.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://steadyfocused.com</a> enjoy it and tell somebody about it. -----For more info on Steady Focused and Simeon Hendrix: --<a href="http://steadyfocused.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://steadyfocused.com</a> --<a href="http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix</a> --<a href="http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix</a>

066 - What I Learned After 2 Years and 65 Episodes of Steady Focused

Landon Watts

Manager / Director of Lakeview LifeCenter in Iowa Park, Tx, Landon Watts comes on the show to talk about using physical activity to unlock our full potential.Manager / Director of Lakeview LifeCenter in Iowa Park, Tx, Landon Watts comes on the show to talk about using physical activity to unlock our full potential.Landon Watts is infectious. He's inspiring. He's larger than life with his 6'4'' chiseled stature and elbow long dreadlocks. He's not only one of the hardest working people I know, but he's kind and has a tremendous passion for helping children.I never thought I would again be back in Iowa Park, TX lifting heavy... but this man and his core team of diehards have inspired me to do so and I'm loving every single minute of it.I knew we had to get Landon on the show to discuss the power of using physical activity to unlock our full potential.Share with a friend who needs to hear this.

Manager / Director of Lakeview LifeCenter in Iowa Park, Tx, Landon Watts comes on the show to talk about using physical activity to unlock our full potential.Manager / Director of Lakeview LifeCenter in Iowa Park, Tx, Landon Watts comes on the show to talk about using physical activity to unlock our full potential.Landon Watts is infectious. He's inspiring. He's larger than life with his 6'4'' chiseled stature and elbow long dreadlocks. He's not only one of the hardest working people I know, but he's kind and has a tremendous passion for helping children.I never thought I would again be back in Iowa Park, TX lifting heavy... but this man and his core team of diehards have inspired me to do so and I'm loving every single minute of it. I knew we had to get Landon on the show to discuss the power of using physical activity to unlock our full potential.Share with a friend who needs to hear this.

065 - Using Physical Activity to Unlock Our Full Potential - Landon Watts Interview

Simeon Hendrix shares what he knows about photography, social media and personal brand building with Steven Alex Garcia outside of Odd Duck Coffee in Downtown, Wichita Falls, Texas.Wichita Falls Artist Teaches How To Leverage Social Media, Making Money as a Photographer and Building a Personal Brand.The best way to learn, is to teach. I was honored when up and coming photographer Steven Alex Garcia reached and asked if he could take me to coffee (shout out to Odd Duck Coffee in Downtown Wichita Falls, Texas). He wanted to get my thoughts on how to make money as a photographer, building a personal brand, leveraging social media, the law of attraction, and much more.I turned the cameras on and recorded our lunch date as I knew this would be a valuable conversation. Key takeaways from our conversation:02:15 - What made Steven want to reach out to me?02:45 - How to start? How to actually get something out of our head and put it out there? A: Launch the plane - adjust mid flight.06:03 - Simeon evaluating the best use of his time for Steady Focused07:30 - Preparing to go freelance, leaving Hoegger Communications. Accepting foreclosure on his house. Lowering expenses to survive.08:40 - How did start personal brand? Early years of merchandising.11:40 - Law of attraction - attracting positivity13:46 - Using Instagram - Ignore the likes - ignore the views - focus on content - be consistent with what you share18:45 - Should you use Facebook?23:00 - Making money as a photographer - How get paid? 40:00 - 5 tips for building a personal brand1.) Listen to the audience2.) F*** all the numbers3.) Show up everyday for two years and don't expect anything4.) Think long long long game. Focus on the long game5.) Do it. Fail. Do it. Evaluate. Do it. Adjust it. Keep moving.6.) Be consistent with what you share7.) Make the time for it, continually evalute8.) Have fun----------------------------------------Find Steven Alex Garcia:http://instagram.com/stevenalexphotographyLearn more about Simeon Hendrix &amp; Steady Focused:http://steadyfocused.com/64http://facebook.com/simeonhendrixhttp://instagram.com/simeonhendrix

Simeon Hendrix shares what he knows about photography, social media and personal brand building with Steven Alex Garcia outside of Odd Duck Coffee in Downtown, Wichita Falls, Texas.Wichita Falls Artist Teaches How To Leverage Social Media, Making Money as a Photographer and Building a Personal Brand.The best way to learn, is to teach. I was honored when up and coming photographer Steven Alex Garcia reached and asked if he could take me to coffee (shout out to Odd Duck Coffee in Downtown Wichita Falls, Texas). He wanted to get my thoughts on how to make money as a photographer, building a personal brand, leveraging social media, the law of attraction, and much more.I turned the cameras on and recorded our lunch date as I knew this would be a valuable conversation. Key takeaways from our conversation:02:15 - What made Steven want to reach out to me?02:45 - How to start? How to actually get something out of our head and put it out there? A: Launch the plane - adjust mid flight.06:03 - Simeon evaluating the best use of his time for Steady Focused07:30 - Preparing to go freelance, leaving Hoegger Communications. Accepting foreclosure on his house. Lowering expenses to survive.08:40 - How did start personal brand? Early years of merchandising.11:40 - Law of attraction - attracting positivity13:46 - Using Instagram - Ignore the likes - ignore the views - focus on content - be consistent with what you share18:45 - Should you use Facebook?23:00 - Making money as a photographer - How get paid? 40:00 - 5 tips for building a personal brand 1.) Listen to the audience 2.) F*** all the numbers 3.) Show up everyday for two years and don't expect anything 4.) Think long long long game. Focus on the long game 5.) Do it. Fail. Do it. Evaluate. Do it. Adjust it. Keep moving. 6.) Be consistent with what you share 7.) Make the time for it, continually evalute 8.) Have fun----------------------------------------Find Steven Alex Garcia: <a href="http://instagram.com/stevenalexphotography" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://instagram.com/stevenalexphotography</a>Learn more about Simeon Hendrix &amp; Steady Focused: <a href="http://steadyfocused.com/64" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://steadyfocused.com/64</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/simeonhendrix</a> <a href="http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://instagram.com/simeonhendrix</a>

064 - Wichita Falls Artist Teaches How To Leverage Social Media, Making Money as a Photographer and Building a Personal Brand.

Sean Snyder

Conversations with a Punk Rock Legend - Sean Snyder InterviewHe started playing drums when he was 8. He joined his first band when he was 15 and in the 22 years since then, there's only been a collective year and a half of his life that he was not in a band. Talk about dedication. He loves punk rock, tattoos, Harley's and his family.Sean Snyder is the guitarist and vocalist for the three piece rock band, It Hurts To Be Dead. His lyrics are haunting and romantic often calling upon relationships of his or his friends. Their music is melodic, beautiful, raw, wild, dark, catchy, sorrowful.In this episode, Sean walks us through some of the highlights of his career as well as plays three new tracks from their latest album "Old Habbits and Die Hards". Tag a friend and share with your brothers and sisters.Key Take Aways Include:02:12 - How long have been in current band and what is your role - guest host asked question02:49 - It Hurts To Be Dead - almost 9 years old03:07 - Rocking since 15 years old - 22 years in03:43 - Started playing drums at 8 years old04:57 - 12 years into music at 20 years old07:45 - Is Punk Rock a four letter word?09:30 - Melody, Ferociousness, Morbid Romantic11:45 - Latest album - Old Habits and Die Hards12:50 - Song - Black December - Frustration about not being able to help a friend more16:30 - Where did the name It Hurts to be Dead come from?17:40 - Audience question - Lani - Does Sean still have Mollie Marie?18:30 - Harley Davidson Motorcycles - Punk Rock, Tattoos, Harley's and Morbid Romance and Harley Davidsons - Conversation with a Punk Rock Legend19:20 - Audience question - Brandon Graham - Who are biggest influences, past and present?20:30 - in 22 years only collectively 1.5 years NOT in a band22:00 - Fame is not a motivator, it's more about creating24:12 - Audience question - Joe Sanchez - What's the itch you can't scratch?25:00 - Audience question - Mike Hardison - What advice give to a younger band?28:22 - Song - Auction - Failing relationship34:00 - What's next for It Hurts to be Dead34"45 - Audience question - Chris Roberson - Who would love to collaborate with?36:16 - Audience question - Ryan Huff - Hardest part of keeping a band together - worst show ever played?37:30 - Getting trashed dumped on them on stage40:30 - How have dealt with failure of the years42:34 - Does punk rock center you?45:00 - When did start playing guitar?45:30 - Song - Slurring My Apologies 

Conversations with a Punk Rock Legend - Sean Snyder InterviewHe started playing drums when he was 8. He joined his first band when he was 15 and in the 22 years since then, there's only been a collective year and a half of his life that he was not in a band. Talk about dedication. He loves punk rock, tattoos, Harley's and his family.Sean Snyder is the guitarist and vocalist for the three piece rock band, It Hurts To Be Dead. His lyrics are haunting and romantic often calling upon relationships of his or his friends. Their music is melodic, beautiful, raw, wild, dark, catchy, sorrowful.In this episode, Sean walks us through some of the highlights of his career as well as plays three new tracks from their latest album "Old Habbits and Die Hards". Tag a friend and share with your brothers and sisters.Key Take Aways Include:02:12 - How long have been in current band and what is your role - guest host asked question02:49 - It Hurts To Be Dead - almost 9 years old03:07 - Rocking since 15 years old - 22 years in03:43 - Started playing drums at 8 years old04:57 - 12 years into music at 20 years old07:45 - Is Punk Rock a four letter word?09:30 - Melody, Ferociousness, Morbid Romantic11:45 - Latest album - Old Habits and Die Hards12:50 - Song - Black December - Frustration about not being able to help a friend more16:30 - Where did the name It Hurts to be Dead come from?17:40 - Audience question - Lani - Does Sean still have Mollie Marie?18:30 - Harley Davidson Motorcycles - Punk Rock, Tattoos, Harley's and Morbid Romance and Harley Davidsons - Conversation with a Punk Rock Legend19:20 - Audience question - Brandon Graham - Who are biggest influences, past and present?20:30 - in 22 years only collectively 1.5 years NOT in a band22:00 - Fame is not a motivator, it's more about creating24:12 - Audience question - Joe Sanchez - What's the itch you can't scratch?25:00 - Audience question - Mike Hardison - What advice give to a younger band?28:22 - Song - Auction - Failing relationship34:00 - What's next for It Hurts to be Dead34"45 - Audience question - Chris Roberson - Who would love to collaborate with?36:16 - Audience question - Ryan Huff - Hardest part of keeping a band together - worst show ever played?37:30 - Getting trashed dumped on them on stage40:30 - How have dealt with failure of the years42:34 - Does punk rock center you?45:00 - When did start playing guitar?45:30 - Song - Slurring My Apologies

063 - Conversations with a Punk Rock Legend - Sean Snyder Interview

Tyler Babin

Gary Vaynerchuk

Tyler Babin returns to Steady Focused to talk about his life touring alongside Gary Vaynerchuk.It's been a year since we last had him on the show (Episode 017), and since then he's evolved tremendously. Moving through the ranks of "Team Gary", Gary Vaynerhuk's personal marketing / promotions engine, Tyler Babin has stepped from video editor to art director to most recently switching places with D-Rock and becoming the road traveling videographer / documentarian of Gary Vaynerchuk's life. In addition, Babin was the lead creative behind the powerful new K-Swiss national campaign, his Instagram is on fire with deep inspiration and community, he's literally been to 20 countries in just the past 5 months, AND, PS... two years ago, he was "just a kid" working at Staples. Mr. Tyler Babin is a powerful example of following your heart, putting in the work and figuring it out along the way.It's great to catch up with Babin and talk about some of the peaks and valleys of '17 and look ahead to what's in store for 2018.Grab your favorite beverage and get comfortable. This is a great conversation. 

Tyler Babin returns to Steady Focused to talk about his life touring alongside Gary Vaynerchuk.It's been a year since we last had him on the show (<a href="http://steadyfocused.com/17" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 017</a>), and since then he's evolved tremendously. Moving through the ranks of "Team Gary", Gary Vaynerhuk's personal marketing / promotions engine, Tyler Babin has stepped from video editor to art director to most recently switching places with D-Rock and becoming the road traveling videographer / documentarian of Gary Vaynerchuk's life. In addition, Babin was the lead creative behind the powerful new K-Swiss national campaign, his Instagram is on fire with deep inspiration and community, he's literally been to 20 countries in just the past 5 months, AND, PS... two years ago, he was "just a kid" working at Staples. Mr. Tyler Babin is a powerful example of following your heart, putting in the work and figuring it out along the way.It's great to catch up with Babin and talk about some of the peaks and valleys of '17 and look ahead to what's in store for 2018.Grab your favorite beverage and get comfortable. This is a great conversation.

048 - Touring the World with Gary Vaynerchuk - Tyler Babin Interview

Put Yourself into an Action Required Situation - Steady Focused EP 043What is an action required situation? Stepping off a bridge into the deep water. Sink or swim. If you don't do something, you will suffer some extremely difficult circumstances.Ignoring your calling does not equal an easy life. No one gets a free pass. Whether you choose to follow your heart and take a chance on yourself or whether you choose to stay in bed and pull the blankets over your head... there's no easy way out. None of it is easy.So why not take a chance on yourself? Why not love yourself? Why not be an inspiration and make a difference in your own life? Put yourself into an action required situation that will set you up for positive possitilties of greatness?

Put Yourself into an Action Required Situation - Steady Focused EP 043What is an action required situation? Stepping off a bridge into the deep water. Sink or swim. If you don't do something, you will suffer some extremely difficult circumstances.Ignoring your calling does not equal an easy life. No one gets a free pass. Whether you choose to follow your heart and take a chance on yourself or whether you choose to stay in bed and pull the blankets over your head... there's no easy way out. None of it is easy.So why not take a chance on yourself? Why not love yourself? Why not be an inspiration and make a difference in your own life? Put yourself into an action required situation that will set you up for positive possitilties of greatness?

043 - Put Yourself into an Action Required Situation

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