You’re One Brave Decision Away From a New You | Life Lesson Quotes — Ryan Frankowski | Ep 143

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Ryan Frankowski—also known as Franco from the Mocktails or Messy podcast—for a candid and motivating conversation about growth, transformation, and what it truly takes to hit your “next level.” Ryan shares the powerful quote that’s driving his journey right now: “Your next level requires a new level of you.” Together, we unpack what it means to shed old habits, step into discomfort, and embrace personal metamorphosis—even when it means outgrowing relationships or confronting our excuses. Ryan gets real about his own story, from tackling shyness while bartending as a teenager to giving up alcohol and marijuana to unlock his true potential. Through honest stories and relatable setbacks, we dive into imposter syndrome, mental roadblocks, and the difference between just passing time and intentional growth. Tune in for practical wisdom, a ton of inspiration, and actionable insights on how to level up—starting from the inside out.Connect with Ryan FrankowskiWebsite: https://www.mocktailsormessy.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanfrankowski/If Relatable Wisdom speaks to you—if a quote shared makes you pause, smile, or see things differently—consider subscribing so you never miss an episode. And if you have a minute, leaving a review helps more people discover these everyday voices and the wisdom they carry. Your support means the world.Every episode has more to it than what you hear. Join the Relatable Wisdom newsletter to get thoughtful reflections, behind-the-scenes extras, and personal notes that don’t make it into the show. It’s a calm space to stay inspired between listens.Sign up here: https://relatablewisdom.com/joinIf the quotes and stories you hear here offer you comfort, clarity, or connection, you can help support the podcast by buying me a coffee. Every small contribution helps keep these everyday voices and shared wisdom going strong.Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/wisdomhqWant to be a guest on Relatable Wisdom? Send Wisdom Okonkwo a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/relatablewisdomChapters00:00 Diving Into Discomfort00:50 Meet Ryan Frankowski01:24 Ryan’s Favorite Quote02:05 The Meaning Behind The Mantra02:29 Life Changes and Sobriety03:06 Shedding Old Habits04:03 Blame Versus Accountability05:06 Learning From Early Struggles06:06 Finding Your Unique Strength07:01 Building Skills Through Action07:45 Taking The Leap08:20 Growing By Doing09:07 Facing Fear And Imposter Syndrome10:14 Real Confidence Comes From Action10:42 Staying Accountable11:01 Overcoming Self-Doubt12:13 Lessons From Bartending13:06 Dealing With Failure And Fear13:47 Protecting Your Peace15:10 Being Intentional About Growth16:27 Embracing Constructive Feedback18:26 Passage Of Time Isn’t Growth19:41 Doing The Work Yourself20:02 Escaping The Hard Work20:30 Surrounding Yourself With Growth21:15 Growth Requires More Than Time21:43 Final Insights And Thanks22:13 Name Pronunciation And Wrap-Up22:42 Where To Find Ryan23:05 Closing Thoughts And Next Time