The Disciplined Man

I Used Fitness To Get My Life Back

If you’re going through heartbreak, loss, or challenges that feel impossible—this video is for you.
In this video, I share how fitness became the tool that helped me climb out of my darkest seasons and rebuild my life. You’ll see how daily discipline, focus, and consistency transformed my pain into strength—and how you can use the same principles to rebuild your confidence, your resilience, and your focus, no matter what life throws at you.
What You’ll Learn in This Video:
Why discipline matters more than motivation.
How fitness can help you process heartbreak, grief, and setbacks.
The mindset shifts that Michael Jordan and Steve Jobs lived by—and how they apply to your life.
Practical steps you can start today to rebuild yourself through discipline and focus.
Next Steps for You:
Commit to 20 minutes of movement every day this week—no excuses.
Write down one thing you’re saying no to (excuses, procrastination, or comfort).
Remember this: Life may break you, but discipline will build you back stronger.
If you’re ready to take back control of your life, hit subscribe. I post weekly strategies to help you master discipline, strengthen your mindset, and build a life of purpose.
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How To Keep Your Faith When EVERYTHING Is Falling Apart

There was a season in my life where everything I thought I was building collapsed.
 
I lost three jobs in less than a year, my confidence, my stability—and even my faith. It felt like God was punishing me, but what I later realized is this: God wasn’t punishing me. He was positioning me.
 
In this video, I’m sharing my personal story of how I learned to keep my faith when everything seemed to be falling apart. If you’re in a difficult season—whether it’s your job, health, relationships, or finances—I want you to know this: you are not being abandoned. You are being developed.
 
You’ll learn:
✅ How losing my job became the **best thing that ever happened to me**
✅ Why faith grows in the wilderness, not in comfort
✅ 3 practical steps you can take to keep your faith strong when life gets hard:
 
Anchor your days in prayer and meditation
Reframe pain as preparation
Take the step that’s in front of you
 
If you feel like quitting right now, remember: **God did not put you here to destroy you. He put you here to develop you.**
⏱ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – When everything came crashing down
00:16 – Losing my third job in 11 months
00:32 – God is positioning you, not punishing you
01:15 – The phone call that changed everything
02:01 – Sleepless nights & breaking down in prayer
02:28 – How God answers in unexpected ways
03:02 – Why faith grows in the wilderness
04:02 – 3 steps to keep your faith strong
05:05 – Don’t confuse endings with failure
05:22 – The pressure you feel is producing purpose
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Losing My Brothers Taught Me This About Procrastination

Too many people have dreams they’ll never reach—not because they aren’t capable, but because they keep putting them off.
In this video, I share the raw story of losing two of my younger brothers and how that tragedy forced me to completely change the way I work, live, and value my time.
On August 3, 2021, I got the phone call no one ever wants to receive.
My younger brother was gone. Just months later, my family faced the same pain again. Those losses shifted my perspective on life, procrastination, and discipline forever.
 
You’ll learn:
Why procrastination is costing you the life you actually want
How grief taught me to structure my days and build unshakable discipline
The powerful lessons from The 12 Week Year that helped me achieve more in months than I had in years
Why fear vs. fearlessness is the choice that changes everything
If you’ve been stuck waiting for the “right time” to start, this is your wake-up call.
📌 Watch until the end to hear the question I ask myself every day—and why it will change how you approach life.
⏱ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – The dream-killer nobody talks about
00:23 – The day I lost my younger brother
01:21 – Losing another brother months later
02:11 – How tragedy shifted my work ethic
02:41 – Discovering the 12 Week Year
03:02 – Lessons from my 500-mile bike ride
03:38 – How structure unlocks your potential
03:57 – Dreaming bigger & committing daily
04:18 – Fear vs. fearlessness: Which will you choose?
📚 MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran
My book: Change Your L.I.F.E. → https://a.co/d/aZOlez2

The ACTUAL Cost of Chasing Your Dreams

Tilmon breaks down the five hidden costs of pursuing your purpose—and why most people give up before they ever see results. If you're feeling stuck, discouraged, or unsure whether to keep going, this is the wake-up call and the support system you've been looking for.
 
👇 WATCH WITH INTENTION – TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – The dream is real. But so is the price tag.
01:03 – You’re not broken. You just didn’t count the cost.
01:35 – Cost #1: The Mental Toll (Self-doubt & comparison)
02:22 – Cost #2: The Emotional Toll (Anxiety, silence, and pretending)
03:10 – Cost #3: Relationships (Outgrowing the people you love)
03:47 – Cost #4: The Spiritual Test (When God feels silent)
04:26 – Cost #5: Time (It’s always longer than you think)
05:09 – The ROI of struggle: Becoming the version of you no one sees
06:06 – How to keep going without going bankrupt
06:56 – You are NOT alone. This community is for you
07:18 – COMMENT “Worth it” if you’re ready to pay the price
 
📘 Get the FREE “Counting the Cost” Guide
 This guide breaks down what to expect when chasing your dream—and how to prepare for the mental, emotional, spiritual, and relational toll.
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👥 Join the Community
 
You don’t have to chase your dreams in isolation. We’re building a movement of resilient, purpose-driven entrepreneurs who are choosing to pursue their dreams.
 
Everyone says “chase your dreams.”
But no one tells you what it’ll really cost you.
Not just money...
But your peace.
Your relationships.
Your time.
Your mind.
Your faith.

How I Beat Imposter Syndrome and Built a 6-Figure Business (After Getting Fired)

🎯 Stop trying to prove yourself. Start building with purpose.
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Imposter syndrome kills more dreams than failure ever will—but what if it’s not about confidence or competence at all?
In this episode, Tilmon shares how getting fired from a six-figure job led to building a six-figure business in under a year—not by pretending to be perfect, but by getting brutally clear on what mattered. This is the mindset shift that will free you from burnout, self-doubt, and the belief that you’re “not ready yet.”
You’ll walk away with:
A simple way to overcome imposter syndrome starting today
Tilmon’s exact daily structure to avoid burnout and stay productive
The only 3 skills you need to master as a new entrepreneur
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⏱ TIMESTAMPS 
00:00 – Why imposter syndrome kills more dreams than lack of talent 00:28 – The truth: It’s not confidence, it’s clarity 00:49 – Getting fired → building a six-figure business 01:06 – Being “new” ≠ being “unworthy” 01:23 – How Tilmon turned experience into credibility 01:36 – Documenting your journey builds trust 01:55 – The danger of isolation while building 02:12 – Tilmon’s real productivity schedule (7AM–6PM) 02:44 – Rest isn't optional—it’s strategic 02:58 – Build your schedule around your energy, not your ego 03:10 – The 3 skills you actually need to grow a business 03:16 – Storytelling: Explain what you do and why it matters 03:29 – Sales: Solving real problems for real people 03:40 – Systems: If you can’t repeat it, you can’t grow it 03:54 – Small steps silenced self-doubt 04:07 – Start messy. Start anyway. Just don’t quit. 04:25 – Subscribe + get the Late Start Toolkit (link below)

Work-Life Balance Is A LIE (Fix Your Life in 90 Days)

Chasing the illusion of achieving work life balance can actually hinder your productivity and overall success. This pursuit often leads to work life imbalance, causing you to underperform in all areas of your life. Instead, consider focusing on your priorities, and personal development to maximize your impact. Subscribe for more insights.
 
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If you’ve ever felt like you’re giving a little bit of yourself to everything—but not excelling at anything—this video is for you.
 
In this raw and real breakdown, Tilmon challenges the myth of work-life balance and shares how living in seasons—with clear, intentional focus—transformed his business, health, and relationships. Learn how to stop spinning your wheels, apply the 80/20 rule to your life, and finally start making measurable progress where it counts.
 
⏱ Timestamps
00:00 – The myth of work-life balance
00:22 – “I tried balance… and I sucked at everything.”
00:42 – Balance leads to burnout and mediocrity
01:04 – Obsession creates greatness
01:33 – Living in seasons instead of chasing balance
01:57 – My breakdown: 70% business, 20% fitness, 10% relationships
02:17 – Why my results skyrocketed
02:36 – How the 80/20 rule changed my life
03:00 – My 300 System: Fitness, meditation, reading
03:19 – The guilt of imbalance—and how I replaced it with clarity
03:50 – Integration over separation: How I align life and work
04:10 – How to find your season
04:33 – Maintenance Mode vs. Growth Mode
04:50 – The power of aligned community
05:05 – Final thought: Balanced people are forgettable. Obsess

Why Everyone Looks More Successful Than You

Here, we talk about:
The trap of comparison and how to escape it
The habits that actually move your life forward
Business, discipline, and becoming the version of you that doesn’t fold under pressure
Storytelling from real-life wins, losses, and lessons 
Just truth, strategy, and systems that help you grow—especially when no one’s watching.
Because the only person you’re competing with is the version of you that gave up last time.
Subscribe if you're ready to build differently and take back control of your story.

The Unfiltered Truth About Toxic Masculinity, Leadership, High-Value Men & How Trump Was Re-Elected

In part two of this gripping conversation, Dondré Whitfield lays out the hard truths men need to hear, challenging you to confront the areas of your life where comfort is costing you growth.
This episode is about you—your responsibility, your faith, your boundaries, and your battle to become the man God intended.
Dondré doesn’t just talk about manhood; he breaks down the lies that hold us back and provides actionable insights to help you lead with strength, faith, and purpose.
From confronting toxic leadership to navigating the delicate balance of relationships, this conversation will push you to think differently about who you are and how you show up in the world.
Are you struggling to lead in your relationships?
Do you feel like the world is waging war on men? Or maybe you’ve been questioning what it truly means to serve instead of being served.
Dondré shares the tools and mindset shifts you need to reclaim your role, build discipline, and live with intention.
This isn’t just a podcast; it’s a call to action.
If you’re ready to face yourself, this is where it starts.
Key Moments:
1:11 – The One Experience Black Men Get Cheated Out Of
6:56 – Males Look to Be Served, Men Look to Be of Service
10:06 – The Challenge of Leading an Accomplished Woman
12:50 – Denying the Flesh: A Man’s Greatest Battle
20:00 – Why Single Friends Want You to Stay Single
23:28 – Toxic Leadership and Why Men Are Necessary
25:01 - Trump Wouldn't Qualify For This Job
29:49 – PSA to Women: The Country Is Waging War to Eliminate Men
40:32 – Male vs. Man: The Defining Question of Masculinity
43:53 – The Truth About 50/50 in Relationships
44:30 - What's A High Value Man?
48:59 – Why You Need a Man
Social Media Links:
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#MaleVsMan, #FaithOverFear, #GodsPlanForMen, #ToxicLeadership, #ManhoodMatters, #TrueMasculinity, #BoundariesAsAMan, #LetGodLead, #FaithAndDiscipline, #PurposeDrivenLife 

Male vs. Man: Finding Purpose, Faith, and Spiritual Repair with Dondré Whitfield

Dondré Whitfield delivers an eye-opening conversation about faith, purpose, and stepping into the man God created you to be.
With profound insight and spiritual wisdom, Dondré challenges us to move beyond societal expectations and dig into the core of our existence.
Dondré also dives into the dangers of living without belief, the role of scripture in finding strength, and the importance of letting God guide you toward what you’re meant to give, rather than focusing on what you lack. His insights will inspire you to lean into discomfort, embrace spiritual repair, and live with intention.
Key Moments:
3:50 – “Affirmation is the Fertilizer That Grows Our Belief”
7:52 – “Building and Repairing Your Spirit: The Foundation of Growth”
9:30 – “Leaning on the Bible: Finding Strength in Scripture”
10:42 – “God Created You with Great Intention: Stop Doubting Yourself”
12:12 – “Blaming Yourself After Loss: Turning Pain into Purpose”
14:30 – “Purpose is Born from Your Deepest Pain”
17:59 – “Letting God Lead: Why Control Is an Illusion”
21:43 – “I Can’t Tell You Your Purpose, But I Can Tell You What It Isn’t”
24:20 – “Passion vs. Purpose: Why You’ve Got It All Wrong”
27:31 – “Your Purpose and Your Health”
28:11 – “Money is Not Your Mission: Stop Chasing the Wrong Goal”
29:34 – “Male vs. Man: What Defines True Masculinity” 

Reaching Rock Bottom, RISING From The Pit & Overdosing On Positivity

From his early days as a radio personality, mentored by Stevie Wonder, to founding Project Pit, a community-driven initiative born out of personal grief, Carlton’s story is one of resilience and purpose.
Carlton "Epic" Roberts shares his journey from hitting his lowest level to becoming a beacon of hope for others.
We explore the pivotal moments that shaped his life, including losing his mother, grandmother, and close friend, and the emotional toll it took. Carlton opens up about hitting rock bottom after an attempted overdose and how he climbed out of the pit to rebuild his life.
Discover how grief therapy, community, and transparency helped him grow stronger.
This episode dives into:
The financial and emotional implications of grieving. The "I Love Myself" initiative and its mission to expand self-love.
Why serving seniors with mental health support is crucial. The importance of asking for help and building a team of excellence.
Creating safe spaces for men to connect and heal, like The King’s Table.
Carlton reminds us that post-traumatic growth is possible, but only when we refill our own cup and embrace the emotions we fear most.
His story will inspire you to give today your all and take charge of your destiny.
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