022 - My Life My Pen - Writing Your Own Story

In this episode of the I Am Mentally Tough podcast, Coach G interviews her dear friend Charlie Smith, a keynote speaker and mental performance coach, about his motto "My Life, My Pen." Charlie shares his personal story of overcoming a violent childhood and substance abuse by taking control of his life's narrative. He discusses his five pillars of personal development, starting with knowing who you are and setting realistic goals. Coach G and Charlie emphasize the importance of building confidence, maintaining healthy habits, and practicing self-compassion. Together, they highlight the significance of understanding one's core values and principles to become the best version of oneself while pursuing excellence. Charlie Smith, a national keynote speaker and mental performance consultant, leverages 30 years as a commercial real estate investor with a compelling personal journey of overcoming adversity in his life. His mission is to impact, educate, and empower others to become fulfilled in every aspect of their lives, through his work. He wants you to change your life for the better by changing the way you think. Charlie's professional career includes over a billion dollars of real estate transactions allowing him to combine practical business experience with cutting-edge mental performance skills. Focused on mindset and leadership development, he imparts strategies for creating unshakeable self-confidence and the resilience to elevate through adversity. Charlie's impactful influence spans Fortune 300 companies, high-level executives, leadership teams, athletes, and Academy Award Winners. Through his signature platform, ‘My Life, My Pen,' he inspires you to own the pen and become the intentional author the life you not only want, but deserve. Too often we let other people and circumstances dictate our path forward. It's your life. You should own the pen! Here are Charlie's 5 Pillars: The 5 pillars of the PEN Know who you are. Know where you are going. Know how you will go there. Know who you become on the way there. Know who you will go with. Click here to follow Charlie on Instagram Click here to view Charlie's website and to contact him!