Joe Biden

And so there has to be a switch.

There has to be a replacement.

And the fact that you found alternatives, I think that's half the battle.

Because most of us are trying to take something out of our lives

And then you're just trying to fill it.

And then you have to go back to what you had before because you're not finding a replacement.

So that was beautiful.

And the second thing you said, which I loved, which was having this conversation and dialogue with other people, someone who's one year ahead of you, someone who's 10 years ahead, someone who's 20 years ahead, who's gone through that process and they're open and honest and vulnerable about...

you know, I did have a weak moment, or you know what, this was really tough for me.

And I think having those communities where you can talk about these things makes a massive difference.

So if anyone's struggling, I hope that those two things can kind of, you know, give you the support you need.

Tom's honesty reminds us of a key takeaway, that strength doesn't come from fitting in, but from making the choices that protect your peace.

Whether it's alcohol, overworking, or any habit that no longer serves you, sometimes the bravest thing we can do is to let it go.

One of the most inspiring conversations I've ever had and that I'm deeply grateful for was with the legendary late Kobe Bryant.

I got to interview Kobe Bryant just a few months before his tragic passing with his daughter.

Kobe described his mindset for excellence, what he often called the mamba mentality.

It wasn't about talent alone.

It was about obsession, discipline, and showing up every single day.

Psychologists studying mastery of skills have found that consistent, deliberate practice is the strongest predictor of peak performance.

Talent is valuable, but without consistency, something Kobe embodied in every area of his life, it's rarely enough.