Every year, guys promise themselves this will be the year they quit drinking, lose weight, or finally get their life together. And every year, most of those New Year’s resolutions fail. In this segment of Let’s Get Real, we break down why that happens—and why the problem isn’t willpower or motivation.
Shark and Spanish talk honestly about failed resolutions, weight loss, drinking, and why trying to change your life alone almost never works. Spanish opens up about years of starting strong in January and falling back into old habits by week two—and what finally helped him make real change: accountability and admitting he needed help.
We also hear from a caller, John, who adds a powerful perspective about goals, outcomes, and staying open to unexpected paths. Sometimes it’s not about hitting the goal—it’s about the doors that open along the way.
This conversation isn’t about shame, guilt, or “trying harder.” It’s about understanding what’s really holding you back, letting go of the lies we tell ourselves, and choosing a better path forward.
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⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome to Let’s Get Real
01:10 – Why New Year’s resolutions don’t work
02:40 – Spanish opens up about failed weight loss goals
03:55 – What finally helped him succeed
04:50 – The power of accountability
06:10 – Comfort, excess, and self-control
07:55 – Caller John on goals and unexpected paths
09:50 – Why men get stuck on outcomes
11:35 – Social media comparison and shame
12:45 – The real thing that stops change
13:30 – No shame, no guilt—just honesty
✅ Key Takeaways
✅ New Year’s resolutions fail because they don’t address deeper issues
✅ Most men cannot make big changes alone—and that’s okay
✅ Accountability dramatically increases your chance of success
✅ Comfort and excess often keep us stuck
✅ Change doesn’t require shame or guilt
✅ Goals matter—but staying open matters more
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