Achieve Your Goals with Hal Elrod

• 615: AI Can't Replace You (If You Do This) with Amber Vilhauer

  Goldman Sachs recently predicted that up to 300 million jobs could be displaced by AI by 2030, a staggering shift that is already creating overwhelm, exhaustion, and a deep sense of instability for millions of people. People are nervous and afraid, and who can blame them? But what if this moment of uncertainty is actually your chance to reclaim control of your life, your freedom, and your future? Today, I'm joined by my longtime friend Amber Vilhauer—marketing visionary, bestselling book launch strategist, founder of NGNG Enterprises, and one of the most grounded, service-oriented entrepreneurs I've ever met. Amber has helped thousands of authors, leaders, and CEOs build meaningful impact online, all while staying deeply rooted in humanity and connection. In our conversation, Amber shares why AI doesn't have to be a threat, why authenticity and alignment will define the next era of entrepreneurship, and how to navigate the coming wave of job displacement by leaning into your unique strengths, voice, and values.  KEY TAKEAWAYS 300 Million Jobs Could Be Displaced by AI?! Entrepreneurship Can Be a Path to Freedom The Simplest Way for Anyone To Become an Entrepreneur How Amber "Accidentally" Became an Entrepreneur How Cutco Shaped Our Business Philosophies Why Treating People Well Is the Foundation of Success Authenticity and Living In Alignment Breeds Success How Childhood Experiences Influence Adult Behavior Amber's Framework For Helping Entrepreneurs Alignment How To Get Amber's Book For Free Using AI Effectively Without Losing Your Originality Amber's Message to Anyone Overwhelmed by AI Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/615 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Copyright © 2025 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC  

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• 614: The Life-Changing Impact of Eternal Optimism with Matt Drinkhahn

  When life feels overwhelming, the natural reaction for most people is to retreat, drift into some form of depression, and assume the pain or challenge they're experiencing is permanent.  But what if the hardest season of your life could become the catalyst for your greatest transformation? Today's episode is all about accessing inner strength, gratitude, and possibility when life tries to knock you down. I'm joined by my good friend Matt Drinkhahn, author of The Eternal Optimist: It's Never Too Late and host of The Eternal Optimist Podcast. Matt is an executive coach to high-performing entrepreneurs, a devoted husband and father, and one of the most genuinely positive human beings I've ever met. But what makes his wisdom so powerful isn't that life has been easy for him—it's that he became an eternal optimist when life literally knocked him down so bad, he could barely walk for 9 months. In our conversation, Matt opens up about the most challenging period in his life when a devastating zipline accident left him in a wheelchair, virtually unable to stand up, handle chores, or provide for his family. He shares how he battled excruciating pain, which tested his marriage in addition to fears of losing his career, and the possibility he may never walk again—and the three principles he used to rebuild his life from the ground up. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Power of Eternal Optimism Setting Your Intentions to Transform Your Day The Zipline Accident That Changed Everything How The Miracle Morning Anchored Matt's Recovery The First Two Principles to Overcome Overwhelm Acceptance vs. Resistance: The Serenity Prayer The Third Principle to Overcome Overwhelm Remember that This Too Shall Pass How To Set Goals When You're Struggling Why It's Never Too Late to Change How to Connect with Matt and Get His Book Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/614 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Copyright © 2025 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC

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• 613: Why 'Being Grateful' Isn't Working for You

  Isn't it easier to feel grateful when life is going well? Everything seems simpler when things are great personally, professionally, financially, and your relationships are thriving. But what about when life gets tough? Maybe you're dealing with a broken heart, struggling to pay your bills, or facing a loved one's hospitalization. In those overwhelming moments, practicing gratitude can feel impossible, but it's also when we need it most. In today's episode, I'm exploring why heartfelt gratitude has its greatest power not when life is easy, but when life is hard—and how  to shift your consciousness from resistance to acceptance. I'll share personal stories from the most difficult moments of my life and how gratitude became the most powerful medicine for peace and healing. Finally, I'll walk you through a simple three-step daily journaling process to help you shift from resistance to acceptance and from suffering to strength. When you learn to practice heartfelt gratitude, you can move beyond surface-level thankfulness to cultivate gratitude, even in your darkest moments, so you can reclaim your inner peace. KEY TAKEAWAYS The difference between intellectual gratitude and heart-centered gratitude. Why gratitude matters most when life feels unbearable. How gratitude transforms suffering into strength and fear into peace. The three-step journaling process to deepen your daily gratitude practice. A seven-day challenge to practice heartfelt gratitude and elevate your consciousness. Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/613 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Copyright © 2025 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC

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• 612: Talking to Yourself Isn't Crazy (It's How You Master Your Mind)

  When you see someone talking to themself in public, your first thought might be that person is a little crazy and maybe has mental health issues. But what if it's actually one of the most powerful forms of self-leadership? In today's episode, I'll show you how using your own voice can immediately transform your mental and emotional state, elevate your focus, and help you lead yourself through any challenge. I'll share a story about a close friend who inspired me with his daily "self-talk" practice, and how I came to realize he wasn't acting crazy—he was actually being very intentional. Over time, I discovered that speaking affirmations and prayers out loud with intensity, not just thinking them silently, has a far more profound impact on my mental, emotional state, and physical nervous system. Lastly, I'll walk you through a simple 14-day challenge that you can track and rate the impact it's having on you. Because the truth is, silence helps you observe your mind, but your voice can lead it. KEY TAKEAWAYS Why talking to yourself out loud isn't crazy, it's conscious self-leadership. How spoken affirmations and prayers can instantly shift your emotions. The science behind distanced self-talk and how it reprograms your identity. The difference that silence and speaking out loud has on your Miracle Morning. A 14-day challenge to strengthen your focus, faith, and mindset. Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/612 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Copyright © 2025 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC

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• 611: How to Live Longer, Healthier & Happier After 50 with Dwayne J. Clark

  What if aging didn't have to mean slowing down or fading out—but instead became the most vibrant and meaningful chapter of your life? Too many people see 50 and beyond as a slow decline, but the truth is, the way you think, move, and care for your body can completely redefine how you experience your later years. Today, I'm joined by my friend and co-author of The Miracle Morning After 50: A Proven Path to Joy, Vitality, and Purpose for Aging Adults, Dwayne J. Clark. Dwayne is the CEO of Aegis Living and a longevity expert who's spent 40 years studying the daily habits and mindset of over 80,000 people—many who've lived well into their 90s and beyond.  In our conversation, Dwayne shares the powerful lessons he's learned from interviewing dozens of centenarians, how inflammation is a significant factor of aging, and why longevity is as much about attitude and perspective as it is about science.  We also explore how to adapt your Miracle Morning practices to thrive after 50. We talked about how movement, meditation, and mindset can dramatically improve your overall wealth and wellbeing and simple habits to ensure your best years are ahead of you, not in the rearview. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Story Behind The Miracle Morning After 50 Why Dwayne Dedicated His Life to Helping Seniors Reframing Aging: How to Thrive in the Second Half of Life Why Hal and Dwayne Decided to Write the Book Lessons From 100-Year-Olds on How to Live Well The 5 Diseases That Kill Most Americans (and How to Prevent Them) Tools to Reduce Inflammation (Red Light, Sauna, Cold Plunge) The Mirror Syndrome: Looking Healthy but Dying Inside Preventative Health Tests That Can Add Years to Your Life How Technology Is Taking Years Off Our Life As We Move Less The Power of Visualization and Manifesting What You Want What 100-Year-Olds Teach Us About Resilience and Perspective Peace at Night: The Real Goal of a Well-Lived Life How to Make the Rest of Your Life the Best of Your Life Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/611 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Copyright © 2025 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC

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