Ep. 68 | Guarding Your Inputs: Why What You Consume Shapes Who You Become

“Garbage in, garbage out. Wisdom in, wisdom out.” What you allow into your life will eventually shape what comes out of you.

In this Daily Forged episode, Paul and Joey unpack:

• Why discipline is not just about what you do, but what you consume

• How negativity, comparison, and noise drain your spirit

• Why Scripture, prayer, and godly influences change the way you show up

• The importance of intentionally guarding your heart (Proverbs 4:23, Psalm 119:11)

🔥 Challenge: Swap one input today. Replace 15 minutes of scrolling with something that feeds your soul.

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The world feels divided, and as Christians, it’s easy to get caught in the noise. In this episode, Joey and Paul unpack how to hold firm to biblical truth while living with compassion. From Romans 12:18 to John 15:13, they explore conviction vs. cultural “love,” and challenge us to choose peace over outrage.

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Feeling drained? This week Paul and Joey keep it raw and honest — no script, just real talk about what to do when the next rep feels impossible. We dig into discipline over feelings, non-negotiables, why you show up even when you don’t want to, and how the small, hard days compound into the man you become.

What you’ll hear in this episode

0:00 Intro — no script, just reality

1:30 Why one hard day won’t break you

3:10 Discipline > feelings — do the hard work anyway

6:00 Practical steps: non-negotiables and standards

8:10 Kobe’s “contract with himself” example

10:00 Faith, identity, and finishing the race

11:30 Final encouragement — “Finish the race even if you have blisters”

12:00 Outro & blessing

Scripture & themes

Recommended verses for this episode: Galatians 6:9; Hebrews 12:1-2; Philippians 4:13 — reflection on perseverance, endurance, and strength through faith.

Resources & links

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About Brotherhood Forged

🔥 Brotherhood Forged: Built for Men Who Refuse to Stay Stuck

This isn’t just another group chat or motivational feed. Brotherhood Forged is a coaching-driven community for men who are ready to lead with strength, faith, and integrity — in their homes, their bodies, their mindset, and their legacy.

You’ll get:

• Weekly group coaching calls rooted in faith and personal growth

• Daily challenges to sharpen discipline and identity

• A brotherhood of men who actually show up for each other

• Workouts, accountability tools, and tactical content you can use

• A system to build the 2.0 version of you — with no fluff and no excuses

Whether you feel stuck, burned out, or ready for the next level — you don’t have to figure it out alone. Join at brotherhoodforged.com.

Hosts

Paul & Joey — honest conversations for men who do the work.