Stop Taking Setbacks Personally — Move Forward with For You, Not To You— Tommy Rodriguez | Ep 232

Every so often, we meet someone whose outlook reframes how we see the world. In this episode, I sat down with Tommy Rodriguez to explore the mantra that’s shaped his journey: “For you, not to you.” Tommy shares how this simple shift has helped him find purpose and peace through some of life’s biggest changes—including leaving a successful career to start his own business. He opens up about the doubts and fears that come with making big moves, and how embracing the lessons in our hardest moments can open doors we never saw coming. Whether it was a canceled massage that led to his very first coaching client, or learning to act when he’s only “60% ready,” Tommy’s wisdom is a reminder that setbacks can be setups. If you’re looking for inspiration to get unstuck, trust your growth, and turn obstacles into opportunities, this conversation is packed with stories and insights you’ll carry into your own “next step.”Want more? Join the newsletter.Get the best ideas from every episode delivered straight to your inbox — plus exclusive insights, reflections, and tools you won't hear on the show.No fluff. No spam. Just wisdom you can actually use.👉 Sign up free at https://relatablewisdom.com/joinConnect With Tommy RodriguezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tommyrodriguez24LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommy-rodriguez-a042261b2/Chapters00:00 Career Crossroads and New Directions00:43 Meet Tommy Rodriguez01:02 “For You, Not To You” Explained01:35 Big Life Events and Letting Go02:00 The Leap Into Entrepreneurship04:05 Preparing To Start A Business05:35 The 60% Ready Mindset06:27 Everyday Examples of the Mantra08:00 When Setbacks Become Setups08:17 First Client, Unexpected Opportunity10:37 Building Confidence Like A Muscle11:29 Coaching, Credibility, and Living It13:59 Habits, Self-Sabotage, and Change15:08 The Importance of Mentors15:45 Connect With Tommy Rodriguez16:09 Final Reflections and Takeaways