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Episode Summary 

Momentum doesn’t come from motivation. It comes from purpose.

In Episode 75, Coach Mo breaks down Why-Power—the most overlooked and most powerful force in the S.W.A.G. framework. After laying the groundwork with self-awareness in the previous episode, this conversation goes deeper into purpose as the fuel that keeps you showing up when motivation fades and the inner critic gets loud.

This episode challenges surface-level goal setting and exposes why external rewards—money, titles, recognition—rarely sustain long-term fulfillment. Coach Mo shares a personal story of building the DOJ Coaching and Career Development Unit to illustrate how clarity of purpose generates energy, conviction, and momentum that can’t be denied.

If you’re heading into 2026 with goals but no follow-through, this episode calls out what’s missing—and shows you where to start.

Key Takeaways

• Why-Power beats motivation every time
  Motivation fades. Purpose sustains action under pressure.
• Surface goals collapse without a deeper “why”
  Money, titles, and outcomes won’t carry you through resistance.
• Values create clarity when decisions get hard
  Identifying non-negotiable values sharpens purpose and filters opportunities.
• The punk-ass inner critic thrives when your why is weak
  No purpose equals easy distraction, delay, and self-sabotage.
• Momentum for 2026 starts now—not in January
  Purpose built today creates execution tomorrow.