What Got You There with Sean DeLaney

Sean DeLaney
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What Got You There with Sean DeLaney: Beneath the Surface A podcast for high performers, deep thinkers, and those who refuse to live on autopilot. Every week, Sean DeLaney explores the ideas that don’t just make you better at what you do — but more connected to who you are. Through solo episodes and long-form conversations with world-class performers, thinkers, and creators, we go beneath the surface of success to ask the questions most people avoid: What if the version of you the world rewards… isn’t the version that makes you feel alive? Can ambition and inner peace coexist? How do you perform at your best — without abandoning yourself in the process? This show is a space to get honest. To let go of old scripts. To reconnect with what actually matters. And to explore how we live, create, lead, and perform — from the inside out. Not just for more success. But for deeper presence. Greater freedom. And a life that breathes. 🎧 Subscribe to join the journey. 📬 Connect at whatgotyouthere.com

  1. JUL 11

    Suffering Can Be Your Greatest Teacher — Beneath The Surface

    In this soul-stirring episode of Beneath the Surface, Sean DeLaney invites you into a deeper conversation about something every human must face—suffering. Unlike most self-help content that offers quick fixes or tips to “overcome” pain, this episode cuts through the noise. It won’t give you shortcuts. Instead, it guides you into a new, more powerful relationship with suffering—one that can awaken the soul, deepen your life, and reveal truths you didn’t know you were ready for. We explore suffering not as something to avoid, numb, or bypass—but as a sacred companion that, when embraced, holds the potential for radical growth and clarity. Drawing from the wisdom of Carl Jung, Viktor Frankl, Rainer Maria Rilke, James Hollis, and more, this episode breaks down three types of suffering: Inevitable Suffering – the necessary pain of being human Destructive Suffering – the pain we perpetuate by avoiding what’s real Sacred Suffering – the pain that initiates transformation You’ll learn why most people unknowingly amplify their suffering by resisting what must be felt, and how shifting that resistance into curiosity can completely change the trajectory of your life. Sean shares powerful quotes, poetic reflections, and real-world insights that will help you move through your own pain with greater awareness and dignity. This is a must-listen for anyone navigating grief, confusion, heartbreak, transition—or simply seeking a deeper, truer life. If you’re ready to stop running from suffering and begin making meaning from it—this episode is for you. Stay Connected with Sean DeLaney 🌐 Explore more at WhatGotYouThere.com 📚 Get my latest books, tools & coaching SeanDeLaneyCoaching.com 📩 Reach out or connect with me directly Info@whatgotyouthere.com If this resonates, share it with a friend who’s walking a similar path. TikTok YouTube Twitter Instagram  I am Sean DeLaney, the executive performance coach with over a decade of experience working with CEOs, executives, and leadership teams, guiding them beyond traditional definitions of success. Interested in working together? https://seandelaneycoaching.com

    38 min

  2. JUL 8

    The Identity Trap: Evolving Beyond the Role You Think You Are — Beneath The Surface

    In a world that tells us to measure our worth by what we do, it’s easy to confuse our roles, titles, and achievements for who we are. But what happens when the job changes, the title disappears, or the success fades? Who are you beneath all of that? In this episode, we go beneath the surface to explore the truth about identity—why tying your self-worth to external success creates a fragile life, and how to build an identity rooted in values, presence, and essence.  In This Episode, You’ll Discover: Why success-based identity creates burnout and emotional instability How labels, even positive ones, limit your growth and potential How to create a personal code that grounds you in who you truly are Stay Connected with Sean DeLaney 🌐 Explore more at WhatGotYouThere.com 📚 Get my latest books, tools & coaching SeanDeLaneyCoaching.com 📩 Reach out or connect with me directly Info@whatgotyouthere.com If this resonates, share it with a friend who’s walking a similar path. TikTok YouTube Twitter Instagram  I am Sean DeLaney, the executive performance coach with over a decade of experience working with CEOs, executives, and leadership teams, guiding them beyond traditional definitions of success. Interested in working together? https://seandelaneycoaching.com

    31 min

  3. JUL 1

    The Art of Seeing — Beneath The Surface

    We live in a world desperate to be seen, but rarely do we slow down enough to truly see one another. In this soul-stirring episode, Sean DeLaney explores the quiet, transformative power of presence, attention, and attunement. You’ll discover that seeing others isn’t just a relational skill, it’s a transformative act. One that can heal, connect, elevate, and awaken the humanity in us all. We’ll explore: Why presence is the most profound form of recognition The difference between transactional attention and soulful seeing Cultural and spiritual practices like “Sawubona” and “Namaste” that honor the sacredness of others How to become an illuminator, not a diminisher, in people’s lives What happens when we witness others into their own becoming You’ll hear quotes and insights from Simone Weil, Maria Popova, David Brooks, Peter Kaufman, and more—all pointing to one truth: the quality of your attention is one of the most powerful forces in the world. “Attention is the rarest and purest form of generosity.” — Simone Weil If you’ve ever felt unseen, or you’re ready to offer others the kind of presence that changes lives, this episode is for you. Stay Connected with Sean DeLaney 🌐 Explore more at WhatGotYouThere.com 📚 Get my latest books, tools & coaching SeanDeLaneyCoaching.com 📩 Reach out or connect with me directly Info@whatgotyouthere.com If this resonates, share it with a friend who’s walking a similar path. TikTok YouTube Twitter Instagram  I am Sean DeLaney, the executive performance coach with over a decade of experience working with CEOs, executives, and leadership teams, guiding them beyond traditional definitions of success. Interested in working together? https://seandelaneycoaching.com

    26 min

  4. JUN 27

    The Architecture of Confidence — Beneath The Surface

    In this powerful episode, Sean DeLaney goes beneath the surface of what confidence truly is and what it isn’t. From earned self-trust to emotional fluency, from identity clarity to the quiet strength of presence, this episode will dismantle the myths you've been sold and rebuild your understanding of real, lasting confidence. We’ll explore: Why confidence is contextual, not universal How self-trust—not achievement—is the root of confidence Practices to train confidence like a muscle How to evolve beyond confidence into liberation You’ll learn that true confidence isn’t loud, it’s grounded. It doesn’t come from controlling outcomes, it comes from knowing who you are, even when nothing feels certain. Stay Connected with Sean DeLaney 🌐 Explore more at WhatGotYouThere.com 📚 Get my latest books, tools & coaching SeanDeLaneyCoaching.com 📩 Reach out or connect with me directly Info@whatgotyouthere.com If this resonates, share it with a friend who’s walking a similar path. TikTok YouTube Twitter Instagram  I am Sean DeLaney, the executive performance coach with over a decade of experience working with CEOs, executives, and leadership teams, guiding them beyond traditional definitions of success. Interested in working together? https://seandelaneycoaching.com

    36 min

  5. JUN 24

    Becoming The Artist of Your Own Life — Beneath The Surface

    Too often, we think of art as something we create outside ourselves. But what if the most meaningful art you’ll ever make… is your life? In this episode, Sean DeLaney goes beneath the surface and explores what it means to shift from passive participant to intentional creator and to live not by default, but by design. You’ll hear why your thoughts, your presence, your choices, all of it, are brushstrokes on the canvas of your life. And why reclaiming your authorship might be the most courageous and liberating act you can take. We’ll explore: Why your life is already your most powerful form of self-expression How to shift from reaction to creation mode The hidden architecture behind living a beautifully crafted life This episode is an invitation to grab the brush and start living as the artist you already are. Because your life isn’t just happening to you. It’s a reflection of you, a dance between circumstance and choice. Stay Connected with Sean DeLaney 🌐 Explore more at WhatGotYouThere.com 📚 Get my latest books, tools & coaching SeanDeLaneyCoaching.com 📩 Reach out or connect with me directly Info@whatgotyouthere.com If this resonates, share it with a friend who’s walking a similar path. TikTok YouTube Twitter Instagram  I am Sean DeLaney, the executive performance coach with over a decade of experience working with CEOs, executives, and leadership teams, guiding them beyond traditional definitions of success. Interested in working together? https://seandelaneycoaching.com

    40 min

  6. JUN 20

    The Ripple Effect: You Always Leave a Mark — Beneath The Surface

    This episode is about the impact you make, even when you don’t realize you’re making one. Every thought. Every word. Every choice. It all sends ripples outward and inward. In this episode, we explore the unseen yet undeniable ripple effects of our lives. You’ll learn: Why the smallest moments often carry the deepest impact The powerful truth that your presence speaks louder than your words Why every action not only ripples outward—but inward, shaping your identity How to become a more conscious source of light, healing, and resonance in a noisy world This isn’t about striving to be perfect. It’s about becoming more aware—of the legacy you leave behind in every room, every moment, every interaction. Stay Connected with Sean 🌐 Explore more at WhatGotYouThere.com 📚 Get my latest books, tools & coaching SeanDeLaneyCoaching.com 📩 Reach out or connect with me directly Info@whatgotyouthere.com If this resonates, share it with a friend who’s walking a similar path. TikTok YouTube Twitter Instagram  I am Sean DeLaney, the executive performance coach with over a decade of experience working with CEOs, executives, and leadership teams, guiding them beyond traditional definitions of success. Interested in working together? https://seandelaneycoaching.com

    33 min

  7. JUN 17

    The Myth of Arrival: Stop Chasing the Ending — Beneath The Surface

    So many of us live with the illusion that there’s a final moment of arrival—a place where the striving stops, the doubt fades, and we finally become enough. But what if that place doesn’t exist? In this episode of Beneath the Surface, we’re unraveling the myth of arrival. We explore the subtle ways this illusion robs us of presence, poisons our progress, and keeps us from experiencing the richness of what’s already here. You’ll hear: Why chasing “someday” slowly erodes your joy and self-trust How to shift from a destination-based life to one rooted in presence and being What it means to live from wholeness, not for it This isn’t just a mindset shift, it’s a new approach to life.  Because your life isn’t a finish line to cross. It’s a living expression to enjoy. There is no arrival. And that’s the gift. Stay Connected with Sean 🌐 Explore more at WhatGotYouThere.com 📚 Get my latest books, tools & coaching SeanDeLaneyCoaching.com 📩 Reach out or connect with me directly Info@whatgotyouthere.com If this resonates, share it with a friend who’s walking a similar path. TikTok YouTube Twitter Instagram  I am Sean DeLaney, the executive performance coach with over a decade of experience working with CEOs, executives, and leadership teams, guiding them beyond traditional definitions of success. Interested in working together? https://seandelaneycoaching.com

    32 min

  8. JUN 13

    Where Courage Lives, Life Awakens — Beneath The Surface

    Your life expands with every act of courage.  In this episode of Beneath the Surface, we explore one of the most essential, misunderstood, and transformational inner capacities: courage. We’re not talking about the kind of courage that looks heroic or loud. We’re talking about the kind that shows up in unseen moments. The courage to tell the truth. To make a hard change. To say “I love you” first.  We’ll explore: Why courage requires fear—and why that's exactly the point How your most courageous acts might never be visible to anyone but you What it means to live with your heart on the line, and why it’s the only way to feel fully alive How a single moment of truth can shift the entire trajectory of your life Why real growth always invites you into the unknown, not away from it This episode is for anyone who’s been hiding in safety while craving aliveness. For those ready to stop performing and start participating in life with their whole being. Because every time you choose courage over comfort, life expands. Stay Connected with Sean 🌐 Explore more at WhatGotYouThere.com 📚 Get my latest books, tools & coaching SeanDeLaneyCoaching.com 📩 Reach out or connect with me directly Info@whatgotyouthere.com If this resonates, share it with a friend who’s walking a similar path. TikTok YouTube Twitter Instagram  I am Sean DeLaney, the executive performance coach with over a decade of experience working with CEOs, executives, and leadership teams, guiding them beyond traditional definitions of success. Interested in working together? https://seandelaneycoaching.com

    31 min
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What Got You There with Sean DeLaney: Beneath the Surface A podcast for high performers, deep thinkers, and those who refuse to live on autopilot. Every week, Sean DeLaney explores the ideas that don’t just make you better at what you do — but more connected to who you are. Through solo episodes and long-form conversations with world-class performers, thinkers, and creators, we go beneath the surface of success to ask the questions most people avoid: What if the version of you the world rewards… isn’t the version that makes you feel alive? Can ambition and inner peace coexist? How do you perform at your best — without abandoning yourself in the process? This show is a space to get honest. To let go of old scripts. To reconnect with what actually matters. And to explore how we live, create, lead, and perform — from the inside out. Not just for more success. But for deeper presence. Greater freedom. And a life that breathes. 🎧 Subscribe to join the journey. 📬 Connect at whatgotyouthere.com

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