Listen "Wake the Bleep Up: Choosing Ownership Over Excuses with Tony Schmaltz"
Episode Synopsis
In this no-fluff episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with powerhouse leadership coach and motivational speaker Tony Schmaltz, creator of Wake the Bleep Up. From losing everything twice to building a thriving life through radical self-ownership, Tony shares practical steps to break free from autopilot living. This episode is a bold reminder that everything is a choice—your thoughts, your actions, and your results. Tony shares tools to shift from burnout to breakthrough, victimhood to leadership, and fear to empowered action. Whether you're a parent, professional, or caregiver running on empty, this is your wake-up call to own your life and lead it with purpose.
About the Guest:
Tony Schmaltz is a transformational leadership coach, speaker, and creator of the Wake the Bleep Up brand. Known for his raw honesty and empowering mindset strategies, Tony helps individuals and teams reclaim control, beat burnout, and lead with clarity and confidence. His teachings center on one core truth—ownership changes everything.
Key Takeaways :
Ownership is Everything: Tony emphasizes that your life is the sum of your choices. Every reaction, every habit, every mindset is a conscious decision.
Radical Acceptance vs. Forgiveness: Rather than self-blame or guilt, Tony urges listeners to practice total acceptance, which opens the door for growth.
Start Small, Move Big: If you're overwhelmed, take one small action. Action builds momentum, motivation follows.
Burnout Prevention: Success professionally means little if you're drained personally. Create balance by applying leadership skills at home.
Language Shapes Reality: Negative self-talk leads to negative results. Tony teaches how to shift internal dialogue into empowering beliefs.
Say No Without Guilt: People-pleasing is often rooted in fear. Saying no can be an act of self-respect and strength.
Rest Is a Right, Not a Luxury: Especially for caregivers and parents, learning to rest without guilt can lead to emotional and physical renewal.
The Power of Average Days: You don’t need every day to be exceptional—consistency beats burnout.
Connect with the Guest:
Visit: www.tonyschmaltz.com
Take Tony’s Free Burnout Assessment and explore his leadership tools.
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