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  • The Toxic Hustle Lie: Why “Doing More” Is Destroying Your Health
    Dec 8 2025

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    In this deeply honest solo episode, Justin Roethlingshoefer opens up about a triggering moment that forced him to confront the cultural lie of “hustle harder.” After seeing a client publicly champion a work-until-you-break mentality—the very mindset that once led them to burnout—Justin reflects on the destructive pursuit of worth through achievement.

    He unpacks how striving steals our peace, fractures our identity, and disconnects us from God’s rhythms. Drawing from past personal battles with burnout and insights from his recent conversation with worship artist Pat Barrett, Justin explores the life-changing power of contentment: needing nothing, proving nothing, and operating from God-given identity instead of worldly ambition.

    This episode is a call to pause, evaluate the lies you’ve believed about success, and realign your life with the rhythms God designed you to thrive in. Whether you’re on the brink of burnout or simply tired of the chase, Justin offers a path back to peace, presence, and purpose.

    Takeaways

    • The world’s version of success often leads to decay, disconnection, and burnout.
    • Striving for validation costs your health, peace, and relationships.
    • Contentment—not achievement—is what unlocks true creativity, freedom, and capacity.
    • Boundaries are spiritual: they create presence, peace, and protection.
    • Integration doesn't mean constant work—it requires intentional separation and presence.
    • You can’t operate in your calling while living in chaos.
    • Your body signals misalignment through anxiety, exhaustion, weight gain, and brain fog.
    • God designed rhythms of rest, obedience, and peace so you can thrive.
    • Living by the world’s expectations leads to destruction; living by God’s design leads to purpose.
    • Healing comes from alignment—not more effort, but more surrender.

    Sound Bites

    • “The world applauds burnout—but it destroys your soul.”
    • “A content person is dangerous because they need nothing from anyone.”
    • “If you have no boundaries, you have no presence. Without presence, you have no peace.”
    • “Striving steals your health, but obedience restores it.”
    • “Your body is telling you the truth—even when the world is lying to you.”

    Chapters

    00:00 — Welcome & Introduction
    01:30 — The Instagram Post That Triggered Everything
    03:00 — The Dangerous Lie of Work-Obsessed Culture
    05:00 — Wisdom from Pat Barrett: The Power of Contentment
    06:30 — Why Needing Nothing Makes You More Creative
    07:30 — Integration vs. Disintegration: The Misuse of “Balance”
    10:00 — When Work Consumes Family, Health, and Identity
    11:30 — The Real Cost of Hustle Culture
    12:30 — From Burnout to Breakthrough: A Client’s Story
    14:00 — Worldly Success vs. God-Given Design
    15:00 — How the Body Reveals Misalignment
    16:00 — Moving Back Into Alignment With God’s Rhythms
    17:00 — A Call to Self-Awareness, Correction, and Surrender

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    16 min
  • The Power of Obedience: Pat Barrett on Faith, Music, and Living with Purpose.
    Dec 1 2025

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    Keywords
    faith, obedience, purpose, burnout, surrender, ambition, health, creativity, family, balance, discipleship, spiritual growth, self-awareness, rhythm, calling

    Summary

    In this episode of The Own It Show, host Justin Roethlingshoefer sits down with worship artist and songwriter Patt Barrett for a raw and transformative conversation about obedience, ambition, and the true cost of success. Patt shares how his pursuit of purpose and performance once led him to burnout — and how learning to say “no” became an act of worship. Together, they unpack what it means to live a life of holy ambition, to hear God’s voice amidst noise, and to redefine success beyond productivity. This episode challenges listeners to examine their pace, protect what truly matters, and pursue a life of alignment over achievement.

    Takeaways

    • Saying “yes” to everything isn’t obedience.
    • True success is measured by alignment, not output.
    • God’s voice often contrasts with worldly ambition.
    • Discipline means protecting what matters most.
    • Health, rest, and family are spiritual priorities.
    • You can’t serve others from an empty tank.
    • Obedience sometimes looks like slowing down.
    • Productivity doesn’t equal purpose.
    • Growth without boundaries leads to burnout.
    • God can do more with your obedience than with your effort.

    Sound Bites

    “Obedience almost ruined my career—but it saved my soul.”
    “You can’t gain the world and keep your peace.”
    “God doesn’t need your hustle; He wants your heart.”

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction — Meeting Patt Barrett
    02:45 Growing Up in Faith and Music
    07:10 Discovering God’s Voice in a New Way
    11:20 Songwriting, Words, and Spiritual Connection
    14:35 The Role of Health and Rhythm in Creativity
    20:00 Learning to Participate Fully in Life
    23:45 Redefining ‘Opportunity’ and Saying No
    28:00 The Difference Between Ambition and Obedience
    33:15 The Hidden Cost of Success
    36:40 God’s Voice vs. Your Voice
    40:00 Living Intentionally and in Tension
    42:15 The Freedom in Limitation
    45:00 “I’ve Got a Fire” — The Story Behind the Album
    47:00 Closing Reflections: Success Is Different

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    50 min
  • Thanksgiving Health Playbook: 10 Habits to Protect HRV, Sleep, VO₂ Max & Joy (Without Restriction)
    Nov 24 2025

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    Episode Overview
    Happy Thanksgiving week! On The Own It Show, Justin Roethlingshoefer shares ten simple, powerful habits to enjoy the feast, family, and football—without the bloat, sluggishness, or sleep crash that derails your momentum into December. This is a stewardship-first approach: stabilize circadian rhythm and blood sugar, support detox pathways, protect HRV and sleep, and anchor the day with gratitude so you roll into the holidays energized.
    Episode Highlights
    Foundation (Habits 1–3)
    Morning Light + Movement — 10–15 min outside (walk, breathwork, easy cardio) to anchor circadian rhythm and prime VO₂.

    Hydration Before Celebration — 20–30 oz water + electrolytes on waking; keep fluids steady all day.

    Breathwork Bookends — 2 minutes AM & PM (2 nasal inhales, 1 mouth exhale) + gratitude to lower stress and steady HRV.

    Food, Rhythm & Energy (Habits 4–6)
    4) Protein-First Strategy — Eat a protein-heavy breakfast; at the feast, lead with protein to curb spikes and cravings.
    5) Walk 5 Before / 5 After — Mini-walks around meals improve insulin sensitivity and fight food-coma.
    6) Create an Eating Window — Finish food ≥3 hours before bed to protect sleep quality and next-day energy.
    Sleep & Recovery (Habits 7–8)
    7) Block Blue Light After Dinner — Dim overheads, use lamps/candles; blue-light glasses if screens are on.
    8) Limit Alcohol — If you drink, do it earlier and sparingly; stop after dinner to safeguard deep sleep.
    Mindset & Movement (Habits 9–10)
    9) Get Outside: Walk / Play / Breathe — Family walk, backyard football, light sun = mood up, lymph moving.
    10) Gratitude Is the Anchor — Name 3 specific gratitudes (high–low–buffalo); gratitude reliably supports HRV and calm.
    Sample Thanksgiving Day Flow (Justin’s Template)
    AM: Open blinds, light + walk, 2–3 min breath + gratitude, hydrate, optional Turkey Trot.
    Feast (~4–5 pm): Lead with protein & fiber, walk 5 before/after, desserts inside your 3-hr pre-bed cutoff.

    Evening: Dim lights / glasses on, no alcohol after dinner, 2–3 min breath + gratitude, lights-out on schedule.

    Action Steps
    Pick 2–3 habits to lock in this week (e.g., AM light, protein-first, 3–2–1 wind-down).

    Share your Turkey Trot, family walk, blue-light setup, or gratitude stack and tag Justin.

    Remember: This is separation season—small, consistent reps compound into January.

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    Coaching & Speaking: See links in Justin’s YouTube/Instagram bio

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    21 min
  • The Truth About ‘Cold & Flu Season’: Break the Dominos (Sunlight, Sleep, Sugar, & Stress)
    Nov 17 2025

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    Episode Overview

    In this episode of The Own It Show, Justin Roethlingshoefer dismantles the myth that winter causes “cold and flu season.” He shows how a stack of lifestyle dominos—back-to-school schedules, less sunlight, more indoor time, circadian disruption (hello, daylight savings), lower movement, and sugar spikes—prime our immune systems for defeat. Then he lays out an actionable, step-by-step Own It Immune Protocol to stay resilient through the holidays so your household becomes the one everyone asks, “How are you never sick?”

    Episode Highlights

    • Domino #1: Back to School (Sept/Early Fall)
      Less outdoor time & sunlight → lower vitamin D, more indoor exposure, schedule stress, earlier mornings → circadian disruption + reduced sleep quality.


    • Domino #2: Daylight Savings (Late Oct/Early Nov)
      Earlier darkness → mood dips, lower activity, melatonin/cortisol rhythm thrown off → worse sleep, lower HRV, higher inflammation.


    • Domino #3: Sugar Season (Halloween → Holidays)
      Candy/party foods → acute immune suppression for 4–6 hours post-load; repeat hits + late nights = rolling vulnerability.


    • Self-Fulfilling Slide
      Less light & movement → lower VO₂ and energy → move even less → sleep & recovery worsen → immunity tanks.


    • Mindset Shift
      It’s not an unstoppable winter force—it’s a predictable pattern you can interrupt.


    The Own It Immune Protocol (Holiday Edition)

    (Lifestyle first; supplements support but don’t replace habits. Not medical advice.)

    Sunlight & Light Hygiene

    • A.M. light (5–10 min) outdoors within an hour of waking to anchor circadian rhythm.


    • Midday sun (10–20 min) to support vitamin D synthesis when possible.


    • Evening: Dim house lights 2–3 hrs pre-bed; avoid overhead glare; use lamps.


    Sleep & Rhythm

    • Fixed sleep/wake window (±30 min) even on weekends.


    • 3–2–1 wind-down: 3 hrs no heavy food/alcohol; 2 hrs no work; 1 hr no screens (or strict blue-light filters).


    • Cool, dark room; nasal breathing; white noise if needed.


    Movement & Breath

    • Daily zone-2 (20–40 min) walk or easy cardio; add 10–20 min strength circuit 3x/week.


    • Pattern-interrupt breath: 4–6 slow nasal breaths before meals & during stress to keep you parasympathetic.


    Sugar & Party Strategy

    • Protein-first at gatherings (20–30g) + fiber & fluids before dessert.


    • One-plate rule; if sweets, pair with protein/fat to blunt spikes.


    • Cut off caffeine by 10–11 a.m. to protect sleep.


    Foundational Nutrition

    • Daily anchors: protein (~0.7–1.0 g/lb goal weight), colorful produce, mineral-rich foods (red meat, seafood, eggs, dairy if tolerated,

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    28 min
  • Start With WHO (Not Why): An Identity-First Framework for Lasting Health & Purpose
    Nov 10 2025

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    Episode Overview
    In this episode of The Own It Show, Justin Roethlingshoefer challenges the popular “Start With Why” playbook. For business, it can inspire; for transformation (health, identity, spiritual life), it often fails—because purpose without identity is precarious.

    Justin lays out a paradoxically simple flip: Start With WHO. When you know who you are in Christ, your WHAT (daily practices) flows naturally, God supplies the HOW (people, methods, rhythms), and the WHY emerges as fruit—not as pressure. He unpacks identity-driven health, breath as a bridge between body and spirit, and how “going slow” creates depth that compounds into durable change.

    Episode Highlights
    - What “Why-First” Misses: It fuels performance-driven faith and burnout when outcomes wobble.
    - Purpose without identity cracks under pressure.
    - The Identity-First Model: WHO → WHAT → HOW → WHY
    - WHO: Receive identity (beloved, chosen; specific calling like “leader of leaders” or “generational shifter”). You don’t earn it—you receive it.
    - WHAT: Practices flow from identity (sleep/wake rhythms, fueling, movement, stewardship habits).
    - HOW: God reveals methods, mentors, and systems as you walk in obedience.
    - WHY: Discovered over time as aligned fruit, not forced at the start.
    - Faith + Physiology: Breathwork as a physiological bridge to presence and listening; cues the nervous system toward calm so obedience becomes natural, not strained.
    - S.L.O.W. Tie-In: Stillness → Listen → Obedience → Wisdom. Depth first; speed later.

    Case Examples:
    - Personal: Justin’s “leader of leaders” identity clarifies daily standards and decisions.
    - Artist: Aligning identity (“humble revivalist”) enabled capacity for larger stages without burnout.

    Common Traps:
    - Over-clarity Paralysis: Using “I don’t know my why” as procrastination disguised as purpose.
    - Why-Churn: Chasing new missions without rooting in identity → fatigue, inconsistency.

    Action Steps
    - Morning (3 minutes): Breath, then declare 2–3 identity truths (e.g., “I am beloved,” “I am a steward,” “I am a generational shifter”).
    - One Identity-Aligned Action: Ask, “Given who I am, what’s one thing I do today?” Do it.
    - Obedience Rep: Take one small obedient step daily—then journal evidence of fruit (even subtle).
    - Weekly Review (10 minutes): Note patterns: Did WHO make WHAT easier? Did any HOW/WHY surface?
    - Pair With S.L.O.W.: Create 5 minutes of stillness before planning; listen, then act.

    Key Ideas & Quotes
    “Purpose without identity is precarious.”
    “You don’t earn your WHO; you receive it.”
    “Be → Do → Discover Why.”
    “The slower you go (in depth), the faster He can move.”
    “Obedience is the hinge between hearing and harvest.”

    Tools Mentioned
    - Breathwork to prime presence and recall identity before action.
    - Identity Journal for daily WHO statements and obedience logs.
    - S.L.O.W. (Stillness–Listen–Obedience–Wisdom) as the meta-rhythm for discernment.

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    15 min
  • Vitamin G: How Gratitude Boosts HRV, Lowers Cortisol & Unlocks Healing (Faith + Physiology)
    Nov 3 2025

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    Episode Overview

    In this episode of The Own It Show, host Justin Roethlingshoefer introduces “Vitamin G”—gratitude—as a spiritual discipline and a biological signal that shifts the body from protect → heal. Beyond surface-level thank-yous, Justin unpacks embodied gratitude that rewires the brain, raises HRV, lowers cortisol, and realigns your nervous system with peace and presence. From worship playlists to breath-linked journaling, he shows how gratitude transforms physiology—and why it’s the essential “vitamin” your soul needs to thrive.

    Episode Highlights

    • Gratitude vs. Thankfulness: Moving from polite thanks to embodied reverence that changes state.


    • Bio-Signal, Not Just Mindset: Gratitude activates the parasympathetic nervous system (rest/repair), often reflected as higher HRV, better recovery, immune function, and emotional regulation.


    • Neurochemistry of Gratitude: Engages the prefrontal cortex; supports serotonin & dopamine pathways → durable, positive neural wiring (not just a temporary mood).


    • Faith Meets Physiology: Scripture’s call to thanksgiving aligns with measurable stress reduction and decision clarity.


    • Environment Matters: Music and inputs shift state (e.g., worship vs. “depressive playlist”); be the thermostat, not the thermometer.


    • Real-World Wins: Clients who integrate gratitude stacks often see HRV and symptom improvements (e.g., brain fog, bloat) as stress load decreases.
      Pattern Interrupt (daytime):
      When stress hits, take one slow breath and recall one specific gratitude; notice the state shift.


    • Evening Rewind (3–5 minutes):
      Play High–Low–Buffalo (high = win, low = challenge, buffalo = surprise) and find gratitude in each.


    • Track Your HRV:
      Note last month’s average; run the three practices for 7 days and compare average HRV, sleep quality, and mood.


    • Worship Playlist:
      Start or end the day with gratitude-centered worship to prime the nervous system for calm, clarity, and connection.


    Scripture & Studies Mentioned

    • Psalm 100:4 — Enter his gates with thanksgiving (gratitude opens gates).


    • Psalm 46:10 — Be still and know (stillness precedes state change).


    • Gratitude & HRV / Parasympathetic Activation: Research linking gratitude journaling/practice to improved HRV, emotional regulation, and recovery.


    • Neuroplasticity & Neurochemistry: Gratitude practices support prefrontal activation and serotonin/dopamine balance, reinforcing resilient pathways.

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    17 min
  • Go S.L.O.W. to Go Fast: Stillness, Listening, Obedience & Wisdom — A Framework for Breakthroughs
    Oct 27 2025

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    Episode Overview
    In this episode of The Own It Show, host Justin Roethlingshoefer reframes “slowing down” as the doorway to breakthrough. If you’ve been chasing certainty, quick fixes, or the next hack, Justin shows why true progress lives on the other side of obedience—and how to reach it through his S.L.O.W. framework: Stillness → Listen → Obedience → Wisdom.

    Blending behavioral science, stress physiology, and Scripture, he explains why our brains resist obedience (control, instant gratification, loss aversion, and misunderstanding God’s heart), and how practicing stillness and listening raises HRV, calms cortisol, sharpens decision-making, and creates spiritual alignment. He also shares a personal story—choosing integrity over a “bigger” opportunity—that opened unexpected doors and confirmed a simple truth: obedience precedes blessing.

    Episode Highlights
    - Why We Resist Obedience: Control vs. trust, impatience & dopamine, loss aversion, and a distorted view of God’s heart.

    S.L.O.W. Framework:
    S — Stillness: Downregulates stress, raises HRV (readiness), and opens receptivity. (Ps. 46:10)
    L — Listen: Quiet the noise to hear the whisper, not the shout. (1 Kings 19:12)
    O — Obedience: The hinge between hearing and harvest. (Luke 5:5)
    W — Wisdom: Fruit of consistent, values-aligned obedience; rewires the brain for clarity and resilience (neuroplasticity).

    - Science of Slowing Down: Calm-state decisions are more accurate and less reactive; trust signals lower cortisol and increase oxytocin/serotonin.
    - Story of Integrity: Saying “yes” to a smaller platform led to a greater calling—proof that character-driven obedience compounds.
    - Faith Lens: “Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching.” (John 14:23) Blessing follows alignment, even when the path feels costly.

    Action Steps
    - Daily 5-Minute Stillness: Begin each morning with uninterrupted quiet—no phone, no notes—just breathing and presence.
    - Practice Active Listening: Journal any “nudges” you sense; ask, “What’s the next right obedient step?”
    - One Act of Obedience Today: Choose a small, specific yes (or no) aligned with your values. Log it and the outcome.
    - Evening Reflection: Trace fruit back to prior acts of obedience; look for the 3–24 month “compounding” effect.
    - Reduce Reactivity: Use a simple wind-down (3-2-1: 3 hrs no heavy food, 2 hrs no work, 1 hr no screens) to keep cortisol low and decisions clear.

    Scripture & Studies Mentioned
    - Psalm 46:10 — “Be still and know…”
    - 1 Kings 19:12 — God’s whisper, not the whirlwind
    - Luke 5:5 — Obedience → Overflow
    - Proverbs 3:5–6 — Trust → Straight paths
    - John 14:23 — Love → Obedience → Presence
    - Behavioral notes on loss aversion, dopamine & instant rewards, and calm-state decision quality (e.g., HBR insights; Stanford findings referenced in discussion)

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    18 min
  • Stop Trying to Be Impressive — The Paradox That Unlocks Your Purpose
    Oct 20 2025

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    Episode Overview

    In this raw and powerful episode of The Own It Show, host Justin Roethlingshoefer gets deeply personal about his greatest fear: the fear of being nothing. He shares how years of striving to be impressive left him burned out, anxious, and disconnected from his true calling—until a transformative encounter with God flipped his perspective.

    Drawing on the biblical story of David and Goliath, Justin reveals how God uses those willing to be nothing—and why true leadership requires stewarding your body, mind, spirit, and emotions as one integrated temple. This isn’t about chasing six-pack abs or status symbols; it’s about becoming the kind of person who can carry your calling without breaking under the weight.

    This episode will encourage, challenge, and free you from the pressure to perform—so you can live from obedience, not ego.


    Episode Highlights

    ● The Fear of Nothingness – How chasing impressiveness can destroy your health and peace.
    ● God’s Paradox – Why the Kingdom requires emptiness before multiplication.
    ● The David Blueprint – How preparation, obedience, and strength positioned a shepherd to slay a giant.
    ● Purpose Requires Energy – Why stewarding your body is essential to carry your calling.
    ● Legacy Over Vanity – How your rhythms model either dysfunction or health to everyone watching.


    Action Steps

    ● Let Go of Impressiveness – Stop striving to prove your worth and start living from obedience.
    ● Integrate Your Health – Steward your physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental health together.
    ● Prepare in the Field – Build daily rhythms before you’re “called up” for your Goliath moment.
    ● Lead by Example – What you multiply starts with what you model.
    ● Be Willing to Be Nothing – So God can make it something—and that’s what becomes impressive.


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    18 min