In this episode, my wife and I sit down with our friend Amanda Conley for a hilarious and honest conversation about what martial arts, especially jiu-jitsu, has taught them.

They open up about imposter syndrome and the fear of looking stupid when trying something new. Amanda shares how her perfectionist dance background shaped her mindset and how jiu-jitsu helped her finally let go of the need to be “perfect.”

They talk about what it means to actually feel strong, how to push past mental limits, why more women should be on the mats, and how martial arts can radically change how you carry yourself in the world. Also, there’s a story about saving a clump of ripped-out hair in a plastic bag. You don’t want to miss it.

I sit down with my good friend and fellow creative, Adam West, for an honest conversation about what success really looks like in the creative world. We unpack the constant tug-of-war between passion and client expectations, and how imposter syndrome has a sneaky way of creeping in no matter how much experience you have.

We also dive into how social media messes with our heads, why AI can be a helpful tool if you don’t let it take over the creative process, and the real power of having a creative community you can lean on. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to chase likes or questioned your worth as a creative, this one’s for you.

Seth’s story is a gut-check for anyone chasing “bigger.” He had the numbers. The scale. The pressure. And he hated it. Cutting back and getting specific didn’t just help him build a business that works, it gave him the freedom to focus on what matters most.