
What if true growth isn’t about pushing harder—but about finally being honest with yourself?For Cletus Coffey, that moment of honesty came after life had already knocked him down—career setbacks, divorce, and the painful realization that he was the common denominator of it all.That epiphany didn’t end him. It woke him up to do the internal work most people avoid.A former pro athlete turned high-performance coach, Cletus traded the number on the scoreboard for something deeper: a commitment to live life on his own terms. In this episode, we talk about letting go of what you’re not in control of, how to shift your identity, and build a legacy rooted in authenticity—not achievement.00:00 The Three Things We Can Control00:49 Guest Introduction: Cletus Coffey’s Journey01:32 From Athlete to High Performance Coach03:42 The Anchor Analogy: Balancing Life and Career05:08 The Reality of Post-Athlete Life11:33 Struggles and Setbacks: The Business World13:22 Personal Growth: Overcoming Ego and Asking for Help21:27 The Turning Point: Divorce and Self-Realization25:03 Finding Freedom: Authenticity and Acceptance28:57 Lighting the Torch: Becoming an Example of Possibility30:55 Reigniting the Fire Within35:53 The Importance of Vulnerability and Connection42:41 Leadership and Authenticity in the Workplace45:58 Athletic Drive and Daily Awareness51:07 Focusing Beyond the Scoreboard59:05 The Truth Will Set You Free01:01:57 Final ThoughtsClick the link below to grab your FREE Cheat Sheet now from Cletus:https://www.cletuscoffey.com/morningConnect with Cletus herehttps://www.cletuscoffey.com/morningOr follow him on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/cletuscoffey/