Exceeding Survival Mode. Real Talks, Real Tools, Real Transformation

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Are you done just getting by? Welcome to Exceeding Survival Mode — the podcast for high-achieving men and women who look like they have it all together, but secretly feel stuck, exhausted, or like they’re just surviving life. In 30-minute power-packed episodes, coach and mindset strategist Glen Smith Jr and Co Host Ryan Roberts offers practical teachings, soul-deep encouragement, and real conversations with people who’ve broken free from burnout, self-doubt, and limiting beliefs to create lives of purpose, peace, and personal power. Whether it’s a solo episode guiding you through breakthrough tools or a raw, honest interview with someone who’s walked the journey — every episode is here to help you shift from survival to significance. It’s time to stop settling. You weren’t made to survive — you were made to soar. New episodes drop weekly. Subscribe now and let’s break the cycle, together.

  1. Exceeding Survival Mode Ep14: The Invisible Grief of Outgrowing Who You Used to Be

    Jan 11

    Exceeding Survival Mode Ep14: The Invisible Grief of Outgrowing Who You Used to Be

    On todays episode we dive into that feeling of "grief" we feel as we out grow who we used to be in order to become a new whole-loving self.

    37 min
  2. Exceeding Survival with Special Guest Chris on Becoming Fit by 50

    12/30/2025

    Exceeding Survival with Special Guest Chris on Becoming Fit by 50

    Welcome to Exceeding Survival Mode. Today, we’re talking with Chris about his weight loss journey and the moment he decided to stop standing in his own way. By the age of 50, Chris chose to overcome himself, rebuild his habits, and step into the man he always knew he could be. This episode is about transformation, resilience, and proving it’s never too late to change.

    40 min
  3. Exceeding Survival Mode Ep13: The Fear of Being to Much and the Pain of Feeling Not Enough

    12/29/2025

    Exceeding Survival Mode Ep13: The Fear of Being to Much and the Pain of Feeling Not Enough

    Welcome to Exceeding Survival Mode, the podcast where we break through the barriers of the subconscious mind. Today, we dive into the fear of being too much and the pain of feeling not enough—uncovering how these hidden beliefs keep us stuck, and how to move beyond them.

    42 min
  4. Exceeding Survival Mode Ep12: Self- Sabotage Isn't a Character Flaw- It's a Survival Pattern

    11/23/2025

    Exceeding Survival Mode Ep12: Self- Sabotage Isn't a Character Flaw- It's a Survival Pattern

    Welcome to Exceeding Survival Mode, the podcast where we dive deep into the patterns that shape how we live, respond, and grow. Today we’re talking about a truth that can change everything: self-sabotage isn’t a character flaw—it’s a survival pattern. These behaviors we judge ourselves for often began as protection, not failure. In this episode, we explore where these patterns come from, why they feel so hard to break, and how understanding them can become the first step toward real freedom and self-trust.

    27 min
  5. Exceeding Survival Mode Ep 10 : Angela's Story

    11/09/2025

    Exceeding Survival Mode Ep 10 : Angela's Story

    Join us as we hear Angela's heartbreakingly beautiful experience, and her strength as she moves forward with her life. Thank you for your Strength Angela

    49 min
  6. Exceeding Survival Mode Ep 9: When You've Outgrown The Old You, But Haven't Met The New You Yet

    11/01/2025

    Exceeding Survival Mode Ep 9: When You've Outgrown The Old You, But Haven't Met The New You Yet

    You’re not who you used to be… but you’re not quite who you’re becoming either. This episode explores that messy middle space of growth—the identity shift that feels like losing yourself before finding yourself. If you’ve been feeling lost, disconnected, or unsure of your next step, this conversation will help you normalize the transition, grieve the old, and anchor into your future self.

    36 min
  7. Exceeding Survival Mode Ep 8: You're Not Lazy. You are emotionally exhausted.

    10/17/2025

    Exceeding Survival Mode Ep 8: You're Not Lazy. You are emotionally exhausted.

    If you’ve been calling yourself lazy, unmotivated, or stuck, this episode will help you see the truth: you’re likely carrying invisible emotional weight. We explore how emotional exhaustion mimics laziness, how dysregulation kills motivation, and what to do when you feel too tired to care. You’re not broken—you’re just burned out. Let’s shift the narrative and rebuild your energy from the inside out.

    31 min
  8. Exceeding Survival Mode Ep7: Stop Apologizing For Your Standards

    09/23/2025

    Exceeding Survival Mode Ep7: Stop Apologizing For Your Standards

    Show Notes: Have you ever felt guilty for having high standards or been told you're "too much" for expecting more? This episode is your permission slip to stop shrinking your expectations to make others comfortable. We break down why your standards aren’t selfish—they’re sacred—and how to hold them with clarity and compassion. It’s time to stop apologizing and start protecting your peace.

    25 min
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Are you done just getting by? Welcome to Exceeding Survival Mode — the podcast for high-achieving men and women who look like they have it all together, but secretly feel stuck, exhausted, or like they’re just surviving life. In 30-minute power-packed episodes, coach and mindset strategist Glen Smith Jr and Co Host Ryan Roberts offers practical teachings, soul-deep encouragement, and real conversations with people who’ve broken free from burnout, self-doubt, and limiting beliefs to create lives of purpose, peace, and personal power. Whether it’s a solo episode guiding you through breakthrough tools or a raw, honest interview with someone who’s walked the journey — every episode is here to help you shift from survival to significance. It’s time to stop settling. You weren’t made to survive — you were made to soar. New episodes drop weekly. Subscribe now and let’s break the cycle, together.

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