Hey, this is Michael Caz, and on this podcast, I explore ways of living a more whole-hearted

and fulfilling life.

I believe in the saying that what is most personal is most universal.

On this podcast, you will hear personal stories of struggle and challenge, and what I and

my guests have learned from those experiences.

You will hear ideas and concepts that expand your mind on topics like personal development,

health, adventure, and sex and relationships.

Above all, my intention is to bring a depth of conversation and stories to connect more

with my guests and with you.

Hey, and welcome to the show.

Today I'm back with my good friend, Mike Bledso.

Mike is the co-founder of Barbell Shrugged and Barbell Business, and he is currently running

a company that he founded called The Strong Coach, where he and his team help coaches take

their businesses to the next level.

Today, this conversation is all over the map as usual with him.

We talk about Barbell Business falling apart a few years ago and what he learned through

that experience, and I share with him on this episode how I admire his courage for always

looking for his part in situations like this, and he learned some lessons that I think

all of us can learn from as well.

We talk about language upgrades and how to spot self-deceit.

We talk about relationships and we talk about becoming more self-reliant.

With that, please help me welcome Mike Bledso.

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