In this episode of The Next Better AMA Show, Coach Woody and Kristen Rinkel answer real questions from high achievers navigating identity, discipline, and what it actually means to be "in shape"—physically, mentally, and purposefully.
Together, they explore the messy tension between success and self-worth, why true resilience matters more than raw discipline, and how to build an identity that doesn’t crumble under change, failure, or other people’s expectations.
From new definitions of fitness to uncovering blind spots and why servant leadership is the greatest sustainable motivator—this episode is packed with insights you’ll want to replay.
In this AMA, they explore:
✅ Why most high achievers never feel proud of their wins
✅ How to recognize and celebrate "small" accomplishments
✅ What it really means to be “in shape”—and why most people get it wrong
✅ The hidden cost of self-reliance and why asking for help matters
✅ The difference between discipline and resilience
✅ Why service is the best strategy for long-term motivation
✅ How to deal with insecurity and stop chasing someone else’s version of success
✅ What “culture” actually means—and how to build it with intention
This one’s for the high-performing humans who are ready to ditch perfection, embrace alignment, and live from the inside out.
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⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – Why service matters more than goals for high achievers
02:25 – Listener Q&A intro + today’s big themes
04:15 – Ty’s question: Why don’t achievements feel like achievements?
10:43 – How to identify (and celebrate) small wins
13:19 – The 8 dimensions of well-being explained
17:50 – Michael’s question: Blind spots in high achievers
19:39 – Why servant-hearted people succeed sustainably
22:30 – Over-control and the burden of responsibility
25:00 – Why asking for help is a performance strategy
29:15 – How to bounce back when you lose discipline
32:40 – The “wood beam vs. tree” analogy for resilience
39:07 – Resilience in relationships, parenting, and habits
40:32 – Ben’s question: What does it really mean to be in shape?
44:45 – Why six-pack abs ≠ actual wellness
48:18 – Fitness, values, and finding your “why”
50:03 – Why we compare ourselves—and how to stop
53:50 – Validation, attraction, and real connection
57:00 – Text-a-gratitude practice that builds instant joy
58:14 – Teaser: Next week’s question on workplace culture
