In this episode, Marissa and Joel walk you through a simple reflection process for the last 11 months: naming what worked, facing what hurt, and deciding what you actually want to carry into 2026.
Category: Self-Awareness
270. Quitting: Why We Do It (And How to Stop)
In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Ken Freire take a vulnerable, insightful look at what drives us to give up and reveal practical strategies for staying the course.
267. 10 Activities to Get Off Your Screens and Back to Real Life
In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Ken Freire share 10 simple, engaging activities that help you step away from your screen and reconnect with the real world.
257. 10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before the New Year
In this episode of Focus on This, Marissa and Ken dive into 10 thought-provoking questions to help you reflect on the past year and prepare for an intentional and successful 202
253. 4 Fears Undermining Your Success
In this Halloween-themed episode, Marissa and Ken explore the four fears that might be quietly undermining your success. They discuss why fear is normal (and designed to keep us safe), but also how it can lead to inaction if left unchecked. They break down why these four fears are so pervasive—and what you can do to overcome them.
Key Takeaways
- Fear of Failure: If we’re scared to fail, we’ll be scared to try. Normalizing failure can be the key to progress.
- Fear of Letting People Down: Overcommitting can lead to burnout. Setting healthy boundaries starts with self-awareness.
- Fear of the Unknown: It’s natural to crave control, but true growth happens when you embrace uncertainty and focus on what you can control.
- Fear of Success: Success can be intimidating if you believe it will change how others see you. Define success on your own terms to stay grounded.
Resources
- Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend
- Codependent No More by Melody Beattie
- Full Focus Planner Community
Watch this on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/4FsCkU3MMDM
250. 4 Boundaries to Protect Your Priorities (and Improve Results)
In this episode, Ken returns to discuss four essential boundaries that empower listeners to enhance their focus, protect their time, and prioritize what truly matters.
241. 7 Questions to Change Your Life
It sounds big and bold, but it’s true: In today’s episode, Marissa and Ken share 7 questions that, if answered thoughtfully, could change the trajectory of your life.
220. Confessions of a Reluctant Goal Setter
Marissa’s mom, Gail, stops by the show to share what it’s like to not be a goal setter in a family that literally wrote the book on goal setting.
215. The Three Things In Your Life You Can Actually Change
Marissa and Ken dive into three aspects of your life that are under your control, which can help you in becoming the person you want to be.
210. Goodbye & Hello: It’s a Season of Change at Focus on This
It is the last episode of Focus on This with Verbs and Blake as your intrepid hosts. They, along with a very exciting surprise guest, reflect on what they’ve learned through doing 200+ episodes. They also talk about what’s next for them and we meet the new hosts of Focus on This.
