#007 - “I Had to Walk Away” How Dylan Davidson Went TikTok Viral at 17… Then Lost Everything

#007 - “I Had to Walk Away” How Dylan Davidson Went TikTok Viral at 17… Then Lost Everything

In this episode of Discipline of Doing, we sit down with musician and viral sensation Dylan Davidson to talk about the unseen cost of early fame, losing himself in the TikTok machine, walking away from music, and what it took to start over again. From his mental health battles and family emergencies to his powerful return to music, Dylan shares the real story behind the numbers. If you’ve ever chased a dream, burned out, or felt lost this one’s for you. 🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations around growth, creativity, and mental resilience. - 👇 Join the Community: → Subscribe for two podcast episodes per week → Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disciplineofdoing/ → Sign up for our newsletter: https://disciplineofdoing.substack.com/ 📍 CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 01:04 – Building a life on your phone & social media burnout 03:00 – Blowing up on TikTok in high school 05:40 – Getting heckled for going viral 07:15 – Mental toll of negative comments 08:52 – Finding confidence in music 11:10 – The dark side of TikTok fame 13:50 – Fake friendships & being used for views 17:00 – When Dylan knew he had to walk away 21:45 – Losing his best friend & shifting focus to music 24:10 – Taking care of his dad during heart transplant 29:40 – Alone in the park with just a guitar 33:00 – The emotional hospital moment that changed him 36:50 – Faith, identity, and being a provider 41:00 – The DM that changed everything 43:00 – Why he returned to music 45:00 – Going on tour for the first time 48:00 – Working with Avery Anna & building real friendships 51:20 – Fighting comparison & staying grounded 55:10 – Why authenticity matters more than ever 58:30 – Not setting hard finish lines 1:01:10 – Is Dylan afraid of fame now? 1:04:00 – What he’d tell his younger self

#006 - The Role Fitness Plays Into Building A Business

In this episode, we dive deep into how fitness and health have shaped our journeys as entrepreneurs. We break down our individual fitness backgrounds—where we started, how things have evolved, and the role discipline, training, and physical health play in showing up consistently for our business. From early gym sessions to building structure through routine, we explore how taking control of your body often leads to taking control of your life—and your business. Whether you're just starting your fitness journey or trying to balance it with business goals, this episode is for you. - Chapters: 00:00 – Why fitness matters more than you think  03:00 – Defining “being in shape” and how that’s changed for us  09:00 – Function vs. aesthetics: what are we really training for?  14:00 – Running, lifting, and chasing the hardest version of yourself  20:00 – Our athletic backgrounds: childhood sports, college, and burnout  35:00 – Braxton’s journey through basketball, tennis, and body image  55:00 – How building a business led to weight gain and health setbacks  1:05:00 – What sparked the transformation (75 Hard, discipline, routines)  1:20:00 – The struggle of staying consistent when life gets chaotic  1:30:00 – Cyrus’s story: injury, identity crisis, and rebuilding after running  1:45:00 – Dirty bulks, cutting phases, and redefining success in the gym  2:00:00 – Competing with yourself vs. others — what actually drives us  2:10:00 – What we’re chasing next: Tough Mudder, performance, and purpose - 👇 Join the Community: → Subscribe for two podcast episodes per week → Follow us on Instagram:   / disciplineofdoing  [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkxvNG1mZnU5RUdXVm9QcDhyZmtLRGtEMnR3Z3xBQ3Jtc0tuTG5qWEZQZjQxVlNJc3I0bllLbXpQMFlnZjBrOFRRRmViSWZVRFZOb1NLUU5KY04wRl9oS3lzNkNNbW5Mc2FoZVFZT2g0NjVrZXpiQmtCekRualRROGR3dVRjNGVZSlQ1bEJKTzZoc2ozNFhzUWFHUQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fdisciplineofdoing%2F&v=BJd5San__So] → Sign up for our newsletter: https://disciplineofdoing.substack.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWljSU1YbldyU2IwQzZWaDJrNUJNT3ZFSkd2Z3xBQ3Jtc0trUTBFSDh1YXFsT3B2d3V4eFJDQWpWUk13NHhmUFJ6bDBnYkstT1QybGpPaERpWTQ1bUI0T1h6dVI4d3F0ZGFpS3hyZ3J2dm1ZbUlXZko3b0xiWHNxdzhxWGdUZjNpU3RGUlJaMm1XNXMwM3JNVnF3QQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fdisciplineofdoing.substack.com%2F&v=BJd5San__So]

#005 - Ten Habits of Highly Successful Young People

In this episode of Discipline of Doing, Braxton & Cyrus break down the 10 game-changing habits you can start today to build momentum, level up fast, and set yourself up for long-term success—whether you’re in college, starting your first job, or hustling on the side. 🔑 Key Takeaways & Timestamps: * 00:00 – Intro & What Success Really Means * 05:11 – Habit 1: Win Your Morning by Making Your Bed * 09:01 – Habit 2: Phone-Free First Hour * 11:54 – Habit 3: Label Your Seasons * 22:42 – Habit 4: Cultivate Self-Awareness (Talk to Yourself) * 26:59 – Habit 5: Play to Your Strengths & Outsource Weaknesses * 28:59 – Habit 6: Outsource Your Purpose * 41:52 – Habit 7: Surround Yourself with Winners * 58:56 – Habit 8: Master Efficient Focus * 01:09:13 – Habit 9: Scale Beyond Time-for-Money * 01:17:09 – Habit 10: Think Macro (10-Year Vision), Act Micro (6-Month Sprints) 🎧 Why Listen? * Actionable routines you can implement immediately * Mindset hacks for clarity, focus, and resilience * Real-talk strategies from two guys who’ve built momentum from scratch 👉 Follow Discipline of Doing on on your preferred podcast platform so you never miss an episode, and leave us a ★★★★★ review if these habits help you crush your goals! 📲 Connect with us: * Instagram: @disciplineofdoing * Sign up for our newsletter: https://disciplineofdoing.substack.com/ Thanks for listening—now go own your morning and win your day!

#004 - The Daily Mile That Changed Everything – Brock Kelly

In this episode, we sit down with Brock Kelly, a D2 collegiate runner and rising content creator who’s built a powerful online presence from the unlikeliest of places—Mississippi. With over 70K followers on Instagram and over 20K on YouTube, Brock shares how he used a stress fracture injury as the spark for growth, launching his daily Instagram series "The Daily Mile", and captivating audiences with high-quality, honest storytelling. Whether you're a creator, athlete, or entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with insight on how to grow something real—even when you're starting small. - 00:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg] - Maturing and Shifting Mindset in Running 04:41 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=281s] - Relearning Quality over Quantity after Social Media Growth 06:55 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=415s] - Finding Balance Between Social Media and Running 10:10 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=610s] - Feelings Around Collegiate Running Coming to an End 12:03 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=723s] - The Seasons When Content Was Doing Best 15:51 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=951s] - Shifting Your Online Identity 19:56 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=1196s] - Where’s Your Energy Going Right Now? 23:25 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=1405s] - How Did You Navigate Brand Deals? 31:56 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=1916s] - Staying In School After Making Social Media Money 38:19 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=2299s] - How To Enjoy the Day to Day While Seeing the Big Picture 42:57 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=2577s] - Intentions over Everything 52:06 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=3126s] - Leaving Mississippi 53:38 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=3218s] - Blue Collar Work Ethic 57:34 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=3454s] - Is Going To a Big City The Right Move 1:01:26 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=3686s] - Outsourcing vs Solopreneurship 1:11:42 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=4302s] - What happens after achieving your dreams? 1:20:16 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=4816s] - What are the next set of goals? 1:25:52 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=5152s] - Imposter Syndrome 1:33:52 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=5632s] - Making Music Now? 1:35:35 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNkI0YLZerg&t=5735s] - Outro - 👇 Join the Community: → Subscribe for two podcast episodes per week → Follow us on Instagram:   / disciplineofdoing  → Sign up for our newsletter: https://disciplineofdoing.substack.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjlzQm9CZUhjR3ctVEgtOU9CdFJOUFFpaC1fQXxBQ3Jtc0tsa3ZtV2h3V0JwZ0l2OHBRa05faTJ1NU9GeVpxclhLOU9td0xYdW05WlFBeEhuY1RLSVpNS0tqSmNJS3RfN0dibHFoMF9QMnBXYWVBRzBqZXVVamtIallOWWt6MVJYcmVqZ1BReDFJaTNRdUZWUGV1NA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fdisciplineofdoing.substack.com%2F&v=nNkI0YLZerg]

#003 - Designing a Life You Don't Want To Escape From

In this episode of Discipline of Doing, we dive deep into how you can design a life that feels fulfilling, purposeful, and worth staying in. We discuss the mindset shift from living a life you're trying to escape, to one that you love waking up to every day. If you’re stuck in the grind or feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of daily life, this episode is for you. Learn how to create intentional freedom and build a life you don’t want to escape from. - 👇 Join the Community: → Subscribe for two podcast episodes per week → Follow us on Instagram:   / disciplineofdoing  [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblBpY0pZOUxGTmdlSlJqRmlMTTFwZkxpRW8wUXxBQ3Jtc0tuQlVfX1Q0VjRMTktpVmZtRmpJZmdMQXUzVVkzc3lrbzdjc2R5emEtaGxXSTZhb083TFNCV0ZTWXFBOHhfTHZacjNNSEtQRFl4OEhVVnNCUmtRSnZhUW1NSWhXRk9kQzRqUWJkZERlLXdqcVUtUXJhYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fdisciplineofdoing%2F&v=am38gpmO1Xs] → Sign up for our newsletter: https://disciplineofdoing.substack.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnZMQXFPb2FOa0toNU50ank1enJYWVdIbTlEQXxBQ3Jtc0ttUEt0RmNWTFEybUZzUXQydXJpeFVRMmp4MzNPMDFXbmxoVUVQY0xBdHduMGU0Q0JUeVZ2TEY2RzExQWtWMnBrTTlETXBlWGhYeElmTnNKVlI4RGk1OV9GQ3c5V3NFeEx0QklIWXY2NjRVVnNDWHZTYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fdisciplineofdoing.substack.com%2F&v=am38gpmO1Xs]