5AM Podcast

Michael Klassen, 5AM Podcast

The mission of 5AM Podcast is to be a destination of encouragement for growth, blessing and prosperity. To provide business, lifestyle and motivation information and helps. To help you stay focused and motivated, and live in gratitude with a mindset and life of abundance. At 5AM Podcast we think abundance, we wake up, thrive, hustle, and live life to the fullest.

  1. Soul-Driven Success: Leading with Intention and Honor

    5D AGO

    Soul-Driven Success: Leading with Intention and Honor

    Are you leading from internal conviction or external expectation? In high-stakes environments, the cost of burnout often stems from a disconnect between who we are and how we lead. In this episode, host Michael Klassen sits down with Greg Woodard—a doctor of ministry, leadership coach, and former Navy chaplain with 22 years of active-duty service. Drawing from his experiences on the USS Oak Hill and his upcoming book, Leadership Within: Navigating the Path Toward Soul Driven Success, Greg shares how leaders can bridge the gap between their identity and their influence. Key takeaways from this conversation include: The Crucible Analogy: Why self-leadership and "soul care" are the essential tools for purifying your leadership and withstanding high-pressure environments . Human Being vs. Human Doing: How to break the performance cycle and reclaim your identity through intentional rhythms of rest . The 4 Essential Rhythms: A holistic framework for maintaining resilience through spiritual, physical, relational, and emotional health . The Power of "No": Understanding why alignment with your core convictions matters more than mere accomplishment. Practical Spiritual Anchors: Simple, daily practices like silence and solitude to help you anchor your soul in God’s presence . While Greg’s insights are forged in the crucible of military service, these principles of soul care are universal for anyone navigating the demands of modern leadership. Whether you are leading a corporation, a church, or a community, this episode provides a roadmap for moving from surviving to flourishing. Connect with Greg: Find more resources and sign up for Greg’s reflection guide at gregwoodard.com/leadershipfromwithin. Learn more about his upcoming book at https://www.google.com/search?q=book.gregwoodard.com. If you found value in this session, please subscribe and share this episode to help us reach more leaders looking to start their day with intention and honor. Follow 5AM Podcast on our YouTube channel: YouTube.com/@5AMPodcastChannelSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06ptr5B...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast...👉 CONNECT WITH US:🌐 Website: www.5AMPodcast.com📱 Instagram: www.instagram.com/5ampodcast🐦 X.com: x.com/5AMPodcast1📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/5ampodcast⏰ TikTok: www.TikTok.com/@5am.podcastSupport the Show:☕ Buy us a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/5am.podcast

    58 min
  2. The "Gone Girl" Betrayal: Spotting Red Flags & Dating Safely with Justin Smith

    MAR 20

    The "Gone Girl" Betrayal: Spotting Red Flags & Dating Safely with Justin Smith

    What do you do when the person you trust most reveals a completely different identity? 💔 In this episode of the 5AM Podcast, host Michael Klassen sits down with Justin Smith, the founder of Cray.app, for a deeply vulnerable conversation about survival, psychological recovery, and the future of dating safety. After an 8-year relationship ended in a calculated, "Gone Girl" style betrayal that nearly cost him his life, Justin used his background in psychological testing to build a lighthouse for others. Together, we dive into: 🚩 The Psychology of Red Flags: How to distinguish between a "bad match" and a dangerous manipulator. 🍎 The "Bruised Produce" Theory: Why modern dating apps have become a playground for scammers and sociopaths. 🛡️ Cray.app Explained: How the Cray Score, Schemer Score, and Catfish Check protect your heart and your assets. 🌱 Rebuilding from the Ashes: Why self-love and boundaries are the ultimate defense against bad actors. 🎓 The Future of Dating: Justin’s vision for bringing dating education and safety ratings to college campuses and beyond. Whether you are navigating the "minefield" of modern dating, recovering from a traumatic breakup, or looking to sharpen your intuition, this episode is a masterclass in dating with clarity instead of chaos. Connect with Justin Smith: Website: Cray.app Socials: @cray.app Email: justin@cray.app Support the 5AM Podcast:If this episode spoke to you, please Rate, Review, and Share it with a friend who needs to hear this cautionary tale. Your support helps us spread these vital conversations! #5AMPodcast #DatingSafety #RedFlags #RelationshipTrauma #CrayApp #ToxicRelationships #SelfLove #ModernDating #JustinSmith #MichaelKlassen

    38 min
  3. I Spent 5 Years as Someone I'm Not

    MAR 13

    I Spent 5 Years as Someone I'm Not

    In this powerful clip, our speaker shares their personal story of entering a recovery community after beginning the process of socially transitioning from female to male. They discuss their initial thoughts on surgeries and testosterone, and how these external changes were perceived at the time. This conversation touches on aspects of personal identity and the journey through gender dysphoria, offering a glimpse into their experiences with addiction recovery and self-discovery. 💯In this episode, we explore:✅ The Root of Incongruence: Kyla reflects on her childhood, her time as a high-level athlete, and how family dynamics influenced her early struggles with identity.✅ The Weight of Transition: Why external changes—including surgery and hormones—failed to fill the "gaping hole" Kyla felt inside.✅ A "Drops of Truth" Transformation: The role of a local church community that offered "love beyond measure" and the courage to share a "deep dark secret".✅ The Return to Kyla: The pivotal spiritual moment when Kyla heard God say, "Return to me," and how she found peace in her God-given gender.✅ Practical Wisdom for Families: Advice for parents, churches, and individuals navigating complex questions about gender identity through a lens of compassion and Christian faith.Resources Mentioned: Kyla Gillespie’s Website: kylagillespie.com (Find free resources and her book, Transformed) Subscribe & Share: If you found hope in Kyla's story, please like, subscribe, and share this episode to help us reach more people with messages of freedom and abundant life! Follow 5AM Podcast on our YouTube channel: YouTube.com/@5AMPodcastChannelSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06ptr5B...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast...👉 CONNECT WITH US:🌐 Website: www.5AMPodcast.com📱 Instagram: www.instagram.com/5ampodcast🐦 X.com: x.com/5AMPodcast1📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/5ampodcast⏰ TikTok: www.TikTok.com/@5am.podcastSupport the Show:☕ Buy us a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/5am.podcast#wholeness #consciousness #spiritualawakening #personalgrowth #healing #spirituality

    56 min

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The mission of 5AM Podcast is to be a destination of encouragement for growth, blessing and prosperity. To provide business, lifestyle and motivation information and helps. To help you stay focused and motivated, and live in gratitude with a mindset and life of abundance. At 5AM Podcast we think abundance, we wake up, thrive, hustle, and live life to the fullest.