EPISODE · Feb 27, 2026 · 23 MIN
Break, Rebuild, Repeat: The Power Of Choosing Your Hard
from Powerfully Broken · host Barbara L Parker MA, LPCC-S, CEO
What happens when you stop negotiating with fear and jump anyway? We sit down with Elec Simon—world-class bucket drummer, event MC, Jiu-Jitsu gold medalist, and relentless builder—to unpack the mindset that turns setbacks into fuel. From winning on stage to getting humbled on the mat, Elec shows how quiet discipline beats loud ego, and how listening to mentors can save you years of pain in business and in life.We trace his path through private struggles, including divorce and the motel nights where everything he owned lived in his car. Then the phone rang: the NBA, a championship season, and primetime spots with LeBron. When the world shut down, he didn’t wait—he drove school buses and trucks, kept the lights on, and kept his craft sharp. That’s the theme here: survive first, then build bigger. He shares the simple “three tasks a day” system, the power of staying in your lane, and why some seasons demand you build your own table instead of begging for a seat at someone else’s.Elec’s tough-love advice hits home for creators, athletes, and entrepreneurs: train daily, stay humble, and choose your hard. Your gift can make room, but sometimes you need to pick up a hammer and make the room yourself. If you’ve ever battled comfort, feared failure, or wondered when to bet on yourself, this conversation will light a fire under your feet and give you practical tools to move. Subscribe, share with someone who needs a push, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway—what “hard” are you choosing today? Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!!1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal IdentityBefore: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship.After: Clear sense of identity Increased confidence and self-respect Strong personal boundaries Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship PatternsBefore: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners.After: Recognize red flags early Understand trauma-driven relationship choices End unhealthy relationship patterns Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & BoundariesBefore: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard.After: Confident communication Healthy conflict resolution Strong boundary-setting skills Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & ResilienceBefore: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode.After: Improved emotional regulation Reduced anxiety and overwhelm Greater self-trust ...
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What happens when you stop negotiating with fear and jump anyway? We sit down with Elec Simon—world-class bucket drummer, event MC, Jiu-Jitsu gold medalist, and relentless builder—to unpack the mindset that turns setbacks into fuel. From winning on stage to getting humbled on the mat, Elec shows how quiet discipline beats loud ego, and how listening to mentors can save you years of pain in business and in life. We trace his path through private struggles, including divorce and the motel nigh...
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