From Anime to Action

Michael Yearby

Watch the Scene. Learn the Lesson. Execute in Real Life. From Anime to Action is the podcast that turns anime storytelling into real-life discipline, leadership, and growth. Every episode breaks down a moment from anime and leaves you with a move you can execute immediately.

  1. Busy vs Productive Why SMART Goals Matter

    JAN 18

    Busy vs Productive Why SMART Goals Matter

    This video examines the subtle ways individuals navigate their personal development, often appearing diligent while merely drifting. We explore how to define your true identity beyond inherited traits, fostering genuine self improvement. Discover how understanding your mind and engaging in self discovery can lead to a more conscious and intentional existence. 👉 Don’t Miss Out! Hit that subscribe button, smash the like 👍, and share this video with your fellow anime and gaming enthusiasts. Let’s level up together! 🌟 Chapters00:00 Introduction: The Dangers of Autopilot Living02:01 Understanding Pressure and Directionlessness04:45 The Importance of a Personal Mission Statement05:43 Step 1: Identify Expectations You Carry07:32 Step 2: Decide Who You Are08:57 Step 3: Name Your Non-Negotiables09:55 Step 4: Create Your Mission Statement11:22 Step 5: Implement Your Mission Statement Daily12:48 The Shift from Reaction to Intention14:46 Conclusion: Living by Your Mission Statement👉 Don’t Miss Out! Hit that subscribe button, smash the like 👍, and share this video with your fellow anime and gaming enthusiasts. Let’s level up together! 🌟🔗 Links You Need to Check Out:📖 My Book - The Anime Mindset: https://www.michaelyearby.com/product-page/the-anime-mindset-level-up-your-life-deluxe – Order now to transform your life with anime wisdom!🛍️ The Merch Online StoreFront: https://www.michaelyearby.com/category/all-products – Gear up with Zenryoku swag!🌐 The Peak Society (Online Group): https://www.michaelyearby.com/peak-society-waitlist – Join our exclusive community of growth-minded individuals!🎓 The Free Personal Development Courses: https://www.michaelyearby.com/free – Level up for free with these no-strings-attached personal development courses.📜 Anime Reviews: https://www.michaelyearby.com/articles/categories/anime-reviews – Dive deep into your favorite anime series!🎤 Book Michael to Speak: https://www.michaelyearby.com/book-michael – Want me at your next event? Click here to book!#Anime #Motivation #PersonalDevelopment #SelfImprovement #LifeLessons #AnimeMotivation #Personal #Development #Self #Improvement #Life #Lessons #MomentumMondays #Boruto #BorutoNarutoNextGenerations #Naruto #AnimeMotivation #AnimeLifeLessons #PersonalDevelopment #SelfImprovement #PersonalMissionStatement #Purpose #Identity #Values #Leadership #Accountability #Mindset #Discipline #GoalSetting #Direction #Motivation #Growth

    17 min
  2. Demon Slayer’s “Why” Hits Harder Than Any Blade: Find Yours Before Life Claps You Back…For Real

    JAN 11

    Demon Slayer’s “Why” Hits Harder Than Any Blade: Find Yours Before Life Claps You Back…For Real

    This Momentum Mondays episode uses Demon Slayer to break down why motivation can collapse when your purpose is unclear and how finding your 'why' turns pain into fuel. Through Tanjiro’s refusal to quit, we unpack how purpose is forged through loss, responsibility, and discipline under pressure. If you’ve been drifting, stuck, or tired of motivational fluff that fades fast, this episode is your reset button toward clarity and action. Chapters 0:00 The Pain That Fuels Purpose 0:34 Why You Lose Without a “Why” 1:03 Tanjiro’s Inner Strength & Your Own 1:43 Meet Michael Yearby: Real Life Lessons 2:18 Tired of Fluff? This Is Different 3:08 The Quiet Frustration of Living Below Potential 4:00 Stop Living on Autopilot 4:29 Step 1: Name What Was Taken 6:27 Step 2: Decide Who You’re Protecting 7:56 Step 3: Training Is Supposed to Hurt 9:24 Step 4: Turn Purpose Into Daily Action 10:51 Step 5: Breathe Through Panic 12:44 “I Exist To…” – Writing Your Mission 13:12 Step 6: Guard Your Why 15:10 Most People Don’t Take Action 16:09 Tanjiro’s Why Is His Blade 17:36 You Don’t Need Motivation – You Need Alignment 18:34 Draw the Line: Live With Direction 19:30 Spread the Message, Share Your Why 20:30 Stay Bold, Stay Beautiful 20:59 You’re More Than What They See 21:27 This Content Is Not for Spectators 21:57 The Real Work Starts Now 👉 Don’t Miss Out! Hit that subscribe button, smash the like 👍, and share this video with your fellow anime and gaming enthusiasts. Let’s level up together! 🌟🔗 Links You Need to Check Out:📖 My Book - The Anime Mindset: https://www.michaelyearby.com/product-page/the-anime-mindset-level-up-your-life-deluxe – Order now to transform your life with anime wisdom!🛍️ The Merch Online StoreFront: https://www.michaelyearby.com/category/all-products – Gear up with Zenryoku swag!🌐 The Peak Society (Online Group): https://www.michaelyearby.com/peak-society-waitlist – Join our exclusive community of growth-minded individuals!🎓 The Free Personal Development Courses: https://www.michaelyearby.com/free – Level up for free with these no-strings-attached personal development courses.📜 Anime Reviews: https://www.michaelyearby.com/articles/categories/anime-reviews – Dive deep into your favorite anime series!🎤 Book Michael to Speak: https://www.michaelyearby.com/book-michael – Want me at your next event? Click here to book! #MomentumMondays #DemonSlayer #AnimeMindset #FindYourWhy #PurposeDriven #PersonalGrowth #Discipline #MentalToughness #AnimeLessons #Anime #Motivation #PersonalDevelopment #SelfImprovement #LifeLessons #AnimeMotivation #Personal #Development #Self #Improvement #Life #Lessons #Anime

    23 min
  3. One Piece Taught Me Ikigai: If You’re Still “Just Vibing,” You’re Already Lost, Fam, No Cap

    JAN 5

    One Piece Taught Me Ikigai: If You’re Still “Just Vibing,” You’re Already Lost, Fam, No Cap

    In this episode, Michael Yearby discusses the importance of finding one's purpose and the dangers of merely 'vibing' through life. He emphasizes that drifting without direction can lead to a life chosen by external factors rather than personal choice. Yearby introduces the concept of Ikigai, a Japanese term meaning 'reason for being', and outlines four steps to help listeners discover their purpose. He uses examples from the anime One Piece to illustrate his points, encouraging listeners to take actionable steps towards building a meaningful life. Chapters 0:00 The danger of "just vibing" 0:28 How drifting costs you your future 0:56 The lie of passive purpose and the need for Ikigai 1:25 Letting life choose for you vs. choosing your path 2:11 New setup and introduction to Momentum Mondays 3:10 Michael's background and purpose of the series 4:07 You’re not dumb, you’re drifting 4:36 Step 1: Find what you love (Luffy’s focus) 6:03 Identify your patterns to find your passion 7:02 Step 2: Find what you're good at (Zoro’s discipline) 8:02 Respect your skills and stop downplaying them 8:30 Step 3: Find what the world needs (Nami’s urgency) 9:27 Let your emotion guide your purpose 9:57 Step 4: Find what you can be paid for (Sanji’s value) 10:54 Combine the four circles to find your Ikigai 11:24 Take action and stop waiting 11:53 Anime as truth: building purpose through action 12:53 Don’t just listen, act 13:50 Choose a step and do it today 14:20 Motivation follows action 14:49 Share your commitment and build community 15:18 Build a life that belongs to you 👉 Don’t Miss Out! Hit that subscribe button, smash the like 👍, and share this video with your fellow anime and gaming enthusiasts. Let’s level up together! 🌟 🔗 Links You Need to Check Out: 📖 My Book - The Anime Mindset: https://www.michaelyearby.com/product-page/the-anime-mindset-level-up-your-life-deluxe – Order now to transform your life with anime wisdom! 🛍️ The Merch Online StoreFront: https://www.michaelyearby.com/category/all-products – Gear up with Zenryoku swag! 🌐 The Peak Society (Online Group): https://www.michaelyearby.com/peak-society-waitlist – Join our exclusive community of growth-minded individuals! 🎓 The Free Personal Development Courses: https://www.michaelyearby.com/free – Level up for free with these no-strings-attached personal development courses. 📜 Anime Reviews: https://www.michaelyearby.com/articles/categories/anime-reviews – Dive deep into your favorite anime series! 🎤 Book Michael to Speak: https://www.michaelyearby.com/book-michael – Want me at your next event? Click here to book! #Ikigai #Purpose #Anime #Motivation #SelfImprovement #Clarity #Direction #OnePiece #PersonalGrowth #LifeChoices #AnimeTrainingArc #animeinspiration #animemotivation AnimeTrainingArc#animemotivation #Motivation #PersonalDevelopment #SelfImprovement #LifeLessons #animemotivation #Personal #Development #Self #Improvement #Life #Lessons

    16 min
  4. What Black Lagoon Taught Me About Ethics in a Ruleless World Final

    08/04/2025

    What Black Lagoon Taught Me About Ethics in a Ruleless World Final

    In this episode, Michael Yerby delves into the anime Black Lagoon, exploring its profound lessons on ethics, survival, and personal codes in a chaotic world. He emphasizes the importance of defining one's own moral compass, the harsh realities of survival, and the dynamics of power and loyalty. Through the lens of the characters in Black Lagoon, he challenges listeners to confront their past, embrace their true selves, and take control of their lives.Chapters00:00 The Raw Reality of Black Lagoon02:51 Life Lessons from Anime: Ethics in Chaos05:48 Survival and Personal Codes09:07 Power Dynamics: Knowing When to Act12:01 Embracing Your True Self14:58 The True Meaning of Loyalty17:55 Taking Control of Your Life👉 Don’t Miss Out! Hit that subscribe button, smash the like 👍, and share this video with your fellow anime and gaming enthusiasts. Let’s level up together! 🌟🔗 Links You Need to Check Out:📖 My Book - The Anime Mindset: https://www.michaelyearby.com/anime-mindset-waitlist – Pre-order now to transform your life with anime wisdom!🛍️ The Merch Online StoreFront: https://www.michaelyearby.com/category/all-products – Gear up with Zenryoku swag!🌐 The Peak Society (Online Group): https://www.michaelyearby.com/peak-society-waitlist – Join our exclusive community of growth-minded individuals!🎓 The Free Personal Development Courses: https://www.michaelyearby.com/free – Level up for free with these no-strings-attached personal development courses.📜 Anime Reviews: https://www.michaelyearby.com/articles/categories/anime-reviews – Dive deep into your favorite anime series!🎤 Book Michael to Speak: https://www.michaelyearby.com/book-michael – Want me at your next event? Click here to book!#ZenryokuPodcast #BlackLagoon #AnimeEthics #RulelessWorld #LeadershipLessons #ResilienceMindset #AnimeMotivation #SelfMastery #SurviveAndThrive #NoExcuses #BuildYourCode #PowerMovesOnly #AnimePhilosophy #MentalToughness #AdaptOrDie #MoralCompass #OwnYourStory #BrashAndBrazen #EthicalLeadership #TakeControlNow #ChaosToClarity #AnimeWisdom #PersonalGrowthJourney #RiseUpDaily #MomentumMondays

    19 min

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Watch the Scene. Learn the Lesson. Execute in Real Life. From Anime to Action is the podcast that turns anime storytelling into real-life discipline, leadership, and growth. Every episode breaks down a moment from anime and leaves you with a move you can execute immediately.