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EPISODE · Aug 5, 2025 · 1H 4M

Why Is Belonging So Important? (2150)

from Next Level University · host Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros

To grow is to glow, even if you go alone. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan open up about their lifelong struggles with belonging and how being different has shaped their identities, careers, and relationships. They talk through what it’s like to feel out of place in everyday situations, the pain of being misunderstood, and the choice to pursue growth even when it costs connection. Whether you’ve always felt like the outlier or you're starting to outgrow your current circles, this conversation is a reminder that your difference might just be your greatest strength.Learn more about:👥Join our Facebook community “Next Level Nation” - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700📚Think deeper, grow faster. Join our “Next Level Book Club”  – Every Saturday – https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkcuiupjIqE9QlkptiKDQykRtKyFB5JbhcNext Level University Monthly Meetup #44: “Top 10 Reasons People Aren't More Successful” - https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/NzwOxCMxTDyRJg4CLJS1qg#/registration_____________________NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.For more information, check out our website and socials using the links below. 👇Website 💻  http://www.nextleveluniverse.comInstagram 📷Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/Facebook ✍Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazarosKevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/Email 💬[email protected]@nextleveluniverse.comLinkedIn ✍Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/_______________________Show notes:(3:03) The cost of being “different”(5:01) Trying to fit in while growing(12:17) Significance Vs. Connection(18:10) Belonging starts with you(26:06) Visionaries and the loneliness of growth(32:40) At NLU, your success is our purpose. Join our Monthly Meet-up every first Thursday of the month for tools, insight, and the spark to move forward. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/NzwOxCMxTDyRJg4CLJS1qg#/registration(34:58) Authenticity Vs. Social acceptance(41:16) Why most people don’t “get” you(49:04) A safe space for high achievers(56:01) The deepest wounds we carry(1:00:08) Choosing potential over fitting in(1:04:03) OutroSend a text to Kevin and Alan! 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan LazarosNext Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers and self-improvement lovers. With over 2,100 episodes, we help you level up in life, love, health, and wealth one day at a time. Subscribe for real, honest, no-fluff growth every single day.

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To grow is to glow, even if you go alone. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan open up about their lifelong struggles with belonging and how being different has shaped their identities, careers, and relationships. They talk through what it’s like to feel out of place in everyday situations, the pain of being misunderstood, and the choice to pursue growth even when it costs connection. Whether you’ve always felt like the outlier or you're starting to outgrow your current circles, this conversati...

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