Right About Now with Ryan Alford

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I remember a time when I thought speed was the only way forward. Push harder, move faster, get more done. But I kept hitting walls. It wasn’t until I started pausing before reacting, taking a breath before deciding, that I realized progress isn’t just about movement. It’s about intentionality. That’s exactly what Evan Marks shared in our latest episode: the art of slowing down in order to speed up.

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🔥 Here’s What We Hit

Mental Space = Power of Choice

Emotions aren’t enemies, they’re data. The key is creating space between how you feel and how you behave. That pause is where growth happens.

Your Move: Next time you feel triggered, take one deep breath before acting. Notice how it changes your response.

Consistency Builds Confidence

Confidence doesn’t come from wishing, it comes from consistent action. Evidence of your own follow-through creates trust in yourself.

Your Move: Pick one small daily habit (like journaling for 5 minutes) and commit to it for a week. Track your follow-through.

Aggressive Patience Wins

Patience isn’t passive. It’s holding steady under pressure while staying intentional. Like a quarterback in the pocket, it’s about slowing time to make the right call.

Your Move: Identify one area where you’re rushing. Practice waiting, just a few seconds longer, before making your next decision.

Performance = Potential – Interference

The biggest limiter isn’t lack of talent, it’s the interference of unconscious behavior. Clear the noise, and your potential shines through.

Your Move: At the end of the day, write down one interference (distraction, negative thought, unhelpful habit) you noticed. Reflect on how to reduce it tomorrow.