The Wholistic Productivity Podcast

#61 What Kyle Busch Taught Me About Living a Wholistic Life

NASCAR legend Kyle Busch passed away suddenly at age 41, just six days after his final race victory. In his last interview, he said something that stopped Chris LeBrun in his tracks: "Take whatever you can get, man. You never know when the last one's gonna be. So cherish them all, trust me." In this episode, Chris reflects on the life and legacy of Kyle Busch — not as a sports tribute, but as a masterclass in wholistic productivity. Because Kyle wasn't just the winningest driver in NASCAR history. He was a husband, a father, a mentor, and a champion of a cause close to his heart — the Bundle of Joy Fund, which has helped fund IVF treatment for families who couldn't otherwise afford it, resulting in over 100 babies born. Kyle chased his personal and purpose-driven goals with the same intensity he brought to racing. And that, Chris argues, is exactly what it looks like to Dream Big. Plan Smart. Live Fully. You don't have to be a NASCAR fan to get something out of this episode. You just have to have goals worth fighting for. Show Links Samantha and Kyle Busch The Bundle Of Joy Fund [https://wholprod.link/bundleofjoy] - https://wholprod.link/bundleofjoy Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:26 Kyle's Impact on NASCAR 04:57 Kyle's Attitude 08:14 Lessons from Kyle Bush's Life and Career 11:37 Chasing Personal and Purpose-Driven Goals 18:00 Conclusion This episode is sponsored by Efficient.app [https://wholprod.link/sp/efficientapp] Don't waste time searching for the best software. Let the experts at efficient.app [https://wholprod.link/sp/efficientapp] do it for you. They have tons of "No BS" reviews on all kinds of software so you'll always get an honest recommendation. When you're ready to buy they offer discounts as well. So check them out next time you are looking for new software! This episode is sponsored by Little Golden Shepherd [https://wholprod.link/butter] If you're looking for an all-natural remedy to manage your muscle, joint, and nerve pain, check out Little Golden Shepherd butters [https://wholprod.link/butter]. Made with herbs and natural oils, LGS butters are a great natural alternative for pain. Use this link & the promo code "wholprod" to save 15% on your first order. Experience relief, naturally. Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/wholisticproductivity] Join the free Wholistic Productivity community [https://wholprod.link/skool] on Skool

#60 Why Small Wins Matter More Than the Finish Line

What if the most important moment in your goal journey isn't the finish line — it's the daily showing up that gets you there? In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, host Chris LeBrun challenges the all-or-nothing approach to celebrating progress and makes the case for why recognizing small wins isn't just motivating, it's how behavior actually gets built. Chris introduces the Momentum Matrix, a simple 10×10 grid he uses with his coaching clients to make daily effort visible and tangible. Every intentional action earns a square. Fill all 100, and you're not just celebrating a completed grid. You're looking at undeniable evidence that you're someone who follows through. He also gets personal, sharing the nine-year behind-the-scenes journey of developing the Wholistic Productivity Planner — from an early Excel spreadsheet to a beautifully designed, launch-ready product — and why the invisible progress you've made is just as real as the results others can see. If you've ever felt behind, stuck in comparison, or like your effort isn't adding up to anything, this episode is your reminder that the goal isn't done. But you're not where you started either. And that matters. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:14 Why Waiting for the Finish Line to Celebrate Backfires 02:16 The Momentum Matrix: Making Daily Effort Visible 05:38 Appreciate the Journey 06:35 The Invisible Progress: Understanding Your Growth 08:43 The Comparison Trap 10:09 Reflecting on Growth: Acknowledging Your Achievements 11:30 Conclusion This episode is sponsored by Efficient.app [https://wholprod.link/sp/efficientapp] Don't waste time searching for the best software. Let the experts at efficient.app [https://wholprod.link/sp/efficientapp] do it for you. They have tons of "No BS" reviews on all kinds of software so you'll always get an honest recommendation. When you're ready to buy they offer discounts as well. So check them out next time you are looking for new software! This episode is sponsored by Little Golden Shepherd [https://wholprod.link/butter] If you're looking for an all-natural remedy to manage your muscle, joint, and nerve pain, check out Little Golden Shepherd butters [https://wholprod.link/butter]. Made with herbs and natural oils, LGS butters are a great natural alternative for pain. Use this link & the promo code "wholprod" to save 15% on your first order. Experience relief, naturally. Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/wholisticproductivity] Join the free Wholistic Productivity community [https://wholprod.link/skool] on Skool

#59 Name Your Kryptonite, Unlock Your Potential

Discomfort is inevitable, but not all discomfort is created equal. In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris LeBrun breaks down the difference between the kind of discomfort that signals growth and the kind that signals something else entirely: a weakness that's quietly acting as your kryptonite. Using the Superman analogy, Chris explores why so many driven people keep pushing through the very things that hold them back instead of doing what Superman actually did. He knew what kryptonite was, named it, and stayed away from it. The result? He focused on what he did best and built a team around the rest. In this episode, you'll learn how to identify the specific tasks draining your energy and stalling your progress, why naming your weakness is the first step to overcoming it, and how high achievers protect their real value by delegating and partnering, not by doing it all. If you're ready to stop carrying the rock and start making real progress toward your goals, this one's for you. Subscribe to the Wholistic Productivity Podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:14 Embracing Discomfort for Growth 01:27 Running Toward Growth 03:18 The Improvement Zone 05:18 Understanding Discomfort: Growth vs. Stagnation 06:56 How to Fight Weakness 10:16 Identifying Your Kryptonite: Weakness as Information This episode is sponsored by Efficient.app [https://wholprod.link/sp/efficientapp] Don't waste time searching for the best software. Let the experts at efficient.app [https://wholprod.link/sp/efficientapp] do it for you. They have tons of "No BS" reviews on all kinds of software so you'll always get an honest recommendation. When you're ready to buy they offer discounts as well. So check them out next time you are looking for new software! Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/wholisticproductivity] Join the free Wholistic Productivity community [https://wholprod.link/skool] on Skool

#58 Building a Life Worth Living Starts With Your Health with guest Jared Thurmon

What if the most productive thing you could do is get well — in every sense of the word? In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, host Chris LeBrun sits down with Jared Thurmon, a founder and investor building ventures at the intersection of wellness and hospitality. Jared's lifelong conviction is simple: true health is the foundation everything else is built on. And now he's building that conviction into reality — co-founding Santerra, a 320-acre luxury wellness resort in the Arizona desert designed to transform guests through physical vitality, mental clarity, and spiritual connection. Chris and Jared dig into what it really means to be healthy, why so many of us look fine on the outside while struggling within, and how aligning what we profess with how we actually live changes everything. Jared also shares what a DNA test revealed about his drive to build — and why self-awareness might be the most underrated health tool of all. Show Links Sign up [https://www.1upyourlife.com/] for Jared's newsletter - https://www.1upyourlife.com/ Connect with Jared on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/thurmon/] - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thurmon/ Follow Jared on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jaredthurmon] - https://www.instagram.com/jaredthurmon Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:33 The Foundation of True Health 06:30 Aligning Beliefs with Actions 09:46 The Importance of Authentic Relationships 15:26 Navigating Loneliness in Modern Society 18:35 Faith and Business 21:11 The Drive for Innovation and Growth 21:44 The Genetics of Innovation 25:37 Transforming Legacy Institutions 27:03 Navigating Innovation in Established Organizations 29:54 The Vision Behind Santerra: A Wellness Retreat 35:24 The Role of Hospitality in Healing 37:48 Building a Business with Your Partner 40:23 The Journey to Launching Santerra 41:52 Prioritizing Health for High Achievers 45:03 Exploring Taboo Topics: The Newsletter Journey 48:47 The Questions This episode is sponsored by Efficient.app [https://wholprod.link/sp/efficientapp] Don't waste time searching for the best software. Let the experts at efficient.app [https://wholprod.link/sp/efficientapp] do it for you. They have tons of "No BS" reviews on all kinds of software so you'll always get an honest recommendation. When you're ready to buy they offer discounts as well. So check them out next time you are looking for new software! This episode is sponsored by Little Golden Shepherd [https://wholprod.link/butter] If you're looking for an all-natural remedy to manage your muscle, joint, and nerve pain, check out Little Golden Shepherd butters [https://wholprod.link/butter]. Made with herbs and natural oils, LGS butters are a great natural alternative for pain. Use this link & the promo code "wholprod" to save 15% on your first order. Experience relief, naturally. Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/wholisticproductivity] Join the free Wholistic Productivity community [https://wholprod.link/skool] on Skool

#57 The Hidden Cost of Yes: How to Protect Your Priorities by Saying No

Every yes you give costs something. The question is whether you're making that trade on purpose — or by accident. In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris LeBrun unpacks why defaulting to yes is one of the quietest ways we sabotage our own goals. Drawing from his own experience teaching adjunct college courses — a commitment he loved but eventually had to walk away from — he explores what it really means to protect your time, energy, and focus with intention. Saying no isn't a closed door. It's how you keep the right doors open. Then, Chris shares a shift in how he thinks about learning: the best investment isn't in what you need to know today — it's in what you'll need to know tomorrow. From taking a sales and marketing webinar before he even has a team, to the idea of "learning forward," this segment will challenge you to get ahead of the skills your future self is going to need. This episode is for you if you're tired of feeling overcommitted, under-resourced, or like your goals keep getting pushed to the back burner. 🎧 Listen now and start making your yeses count. Show Links Read [https://wholprod.link/cfre] about my latest learning adventure https://wholprod.link/cfre Sign up [https://wholisticproductivity.com] for the Wholistic Productivity Newsletter https://wholisticproductivity.com Chapters 00:00 The Power of Yes and No 01:32 Teaching Future Generations 02:57 Intentional Commitment and Resource Allocation 03:57 Generosity vs. Overcommitment 04:58 The Joy of Learning 08:34 Taking Action on Learning 09:43 Conclusion This episode is sponsored by Efficient.app [https://wholprod.link/sp/efficientapp] Don't waste time searching for the best software. Let the experts at efficient.app [https://wholprod.link/sp/efficientapp] do it for you. They have tons of "No BS" reviews on all kinds of software so you'll always get an honest recommendation. When you're ready to buy they offer discounts as well. So check them out next time you are looking for new software! Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/wholisticproductivity] Join the free Wholistic Productivity community [https://wholprod.link/skool] on Skool