Growth Hurts, Comfort Kills - Choose Wisely

Level Up with Debbie Neal

Debbie Neal, Upstarter Podcast Network

Personal Development, Success, Entrepreneurship, Motivation, Self-improvement, Level-up, Mindset, Education, Business, Network Marketing

5 • 741 Ratings

🗓️ 18 August 2025

⏱️ 30 minutes

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Summary

Today I want to discuss the critical choice between growth and comfort. Growth can be painful, but it is essential for success and fulfillment. Comfort, on the other hand, is deceptive and can lead to stagnation. Raise your standards, seek discomfort, and lead by example to achieve your goals and dreams.

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0:00.0	My friends, if you've been thinking about finally launching your own podcast, this year I have to
0:06.1	tell you about the team that makes this show possible. I work with Upstarter pods, and let me tell
0:12.2	you, having them in my corner over the last four years has helped me tremendously. I work
0:18.9	directly with Chase for years. They've made podcasting easy. They've made it
0:23.6	fun. And I couldn't do it without them. Chase brings this podcast to life. He holds me accountable,
0:29.6	which is really important, friends. And he makes this whole process for me just simple. And that is absolutely priceless to me. They handle everything,
0:40.6	launch strategy, editing, video clips, ads, publishing episodes, and even live productions
0:47.9	while I record all the stuff that would overwhelm me so I could focus on showing up for you every week.
0:56.2	They've helped over 100 podcasts launch and grow, and they customize everything to fit your
1:02.4	goals. And here's the exciting part for you. For my listeners, they're offering to get your show
1:08.9	launched absolutely free.
1:10.8	That launch program includes a month of one-on-one private calls and strategy sessions
1:16.0	focused on content, marketing, modernization, and more to help you design and launch your
1:22.5	podcast the right way.
1:24.3	Chase will work with you to take your idea all the way to launch with the best
1:29.5	strategy, equipment, and systems in place to have the best show possible for you and your
1:36.0	goals. All you have to do is book a free discovery call at upstarter pods.com or click the link in the show notes. Don't wait. This is your year to make it
1:49.3	happen. Hello, friends. Welcome to Level Up with Debbie Neal. I am your host. There is nowhere.
1:59.6	I would rather be than right here, right now with you.
2:03.9	This podcast is all about leveling up in all aspects of our lives. Thank you for being here.
2:09.8	I am so grateful. I'm excited to be on this journey with you. Together, we are leveling up. You ready?
2:22.6	Hello, my level up family. I hope you are amazing. If this is your first time tuning in, welcome to the Level Up with Debbie Neal podcast.
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