Direct Your Life
Episodes
50. Fun & Games: Are You Living a Trailer-Worthy Life?
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If your life was a movie, would the trailer do it justice? This episode gets into those adventure-filled, joy-soaked, goosebump moments most people mi...
49. How To Fuel Your Journey: The B Story
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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48. Go ALL IN: The Decision That Separates Your Old Life from Your New One
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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47. How To Win the Debate That Directs Your Life
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When fear shows up, it's usually a sign you're closer to your purpose than you think. In this episode, I break down the mental movie that tries to tal...
46. Don't Ignore Your Wake-Up Call — Say Yes to the Scary Thing
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you actually accept the scary thing — the call — you get the rewards you want and deserve. In this episode, I break down Your Wake-Up Call,...
45. The Ordinary World Trap (and How to Escape It)
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I break down one of the most important steps in taking back control of your story—understanding your world. Before you can "Dire...
44. What's Your Life Theme? (Simple But Not Easy)
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When I direct a film, every scene serves a purpose — it either moves the story forward or deepens the character. Life works the same way. In this ep...
43. What's Your Opening Image? (And Why It Matters Right Now)
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎬 If your life was a movie… what would the first scene look like? In filmmaking, we call this the Opening Image—the very first shot that set...
42. Course Correct — When You Feel Off Track in Life
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever look in the mirror and wonder, "What happened to me?" Your hair's overgrown, you're tired, maybe even a little lost. You're not broken—you're j...
41. When You Can't Prioritize Your Purpose
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been so excited to work on your big project… but life just wouldn't let you? Yeah—that was me the last two weeks. In this episode, I...
40. Direct Your Life or Someone Else Will - How to Stay Focused
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you stop directing your life and start tolerating the wrong things? This is episode #40 and I'm excited to share my short but pow...
#39: How To Survive A Malibu Depression: A Breakdown That Changed My Life
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had your best moment also feel like your worst? In this episode, I share the true story of what I call "The Malibu Depression"—a ti...
#38: The Words Holding You Back (And How to Change Them)
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your words might be keeping you stuck... In this episode, I explore how the language we use—often unconsciously—can limit our thinking, identity, ...
#37: Why Deadlines Create Breakthroughs (My 48-Hour AI Film Challenge)
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you give yourself just 48 hours to create a film? n this personal episode, I share how joining a 48-Hour Film Contest pushed me past...
#36: How to Ruin a Conversation (Even When You're Trying to Help)
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever try to help someone—and end up in an argument? In this episode of Direct Your Life, I share a personal story about a moment with a close friend...
#35: Overchunking, Snack Bribes, and Getting Back on Track
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a reflection I needed to record—not just for you, but for me. I noticed how missing just a couple episodes turned into a long stretc...
#34: The Cost of Speed — Choose the Journey, Not the Crash
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What's the point of getting there if you ruin the ride—or worse, hurt someone along the way? In this episode, I'm talking about something that hits ...
#33: Avoid the Blowfish Brain: How to Stop Stress Fast
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this BRAIN episode, I break down 3 essential ways to avoid an amygdala hijack—aka when your brain flips into survival mode and you react with fea...
#32: Sharpen Your Saw in the Wild: Walking with Purpose
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like you're grinding through life without remembering why you started? In this impromptu episode, I take you along on a walk through the ...
#31: How To Get Motivated - Direct Your life
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to stay motivated? This episode of Direct Your Life is your spark to get moving again—with purpose. 🎯 We're talking about how to ta...
#30: Creative Confidence & Joy: How to Bring More Fun Into Your Flow
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode of Direct Your Life, Tony Suriano delves into the transformative power of creative confidence and the pursuit of joy. Discov...
#29: Focus. Meaning. Action. – How to Get Back on Track When Life Feels Off
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I break down the three pillars that shape your day—and ultimately your life: What you focus on, what meaning you give it, and what ...
#28: The "G" Word: Why Giving Up Isn't an Option (And What To Do Instead)
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I'll be direct—I was this close to giving up LAST NIGHT. But instead, I paused, shifted, and realized that most of us never build fun or basic commo...
#27: Reframe Your Life with Better Questions
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this unscripted walk-and-talk episode, I dive into a simple truth most people miss: your life is shaped by the questions you ask. I explore how ref...
#26: Go. Play. Why Most People Watch Life Instead of Playing It
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We were born to play, but somewhere along the way, many of us got stuck watching. In this powerful episode of Direct Your Life, I share about how it's...
#25: How to Keep Pushing When You're Broke, Tired, and Talented as Hell
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most creatives—at some point—hit that "oh crap, I have no money" phase. I've been there. Rent was due, money was tight, and the dream felt miles a...
#24: Skip the Small Talk: The Hidden Cost of Surface-Level Living
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're diving deep this week—past the small talk, into the heart of what makes life meaningful. In this episode, I explore why so many people avoid d...
#23: Don't Cry Over Spilled Mi—Saffron! How to Embrace Feedback and Act Now
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever caught yourself crying over spilled mi—uh, saffron? Life's too short (and saffron's too expensive) for that! In this episode, we dive into the ...
#22: Are You an NPC? Plus, The Lost Art of Thinking & Slowing Down
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like you're just going through the motions—stuck in the same conversations, the same routines, the same predictable responses? You might b...
#21: How To Avoid Burnout: A Wild Ride and 3 Tools To Stay Energized
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like you're running on empty and burning out? In this episode, I share a wild story about hopping freight trains and a near-death experience...
#20: Life is a Film: The Director's Approach to Living (Part 2)
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we pick up where Part 1 left off. If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, be sure to check it out—it's all about writing your life's...
#19: Life is a Film: The Directors Approach to Living (Part 1)
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Part 1 of this two-part series, I dive into how life is like a film, starting with the most important step—writing your story. Just like in filmm...
#18: Reactor or Responder? How I Stopped Making These 3 Mistakes
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you reacting or responding to life? In this episode, I share three big mistakes I made when I let emotions take control—and the powerful lessons...
#17: Goals Don't Happen by Accident (Babies Do, Though)
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
My sister just had a baby, and it got me thinking—life is a miracle, and so is getting a big goal done. In this episode, I break down a simple 3-ste...
#16: Take the Leap: The 3-6-12 Framework to Transform Your Year
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Big leaps lead to big results—but only if you take the first step. In this episode, I share why bold moves matter, how to set 3, 6, and 12-month goa...
#15: Real Vs Fake Obstacles: Break Free From What's Holding You Back.
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we uncover the truth about obstacles—what's real, what's imagined, and what's holding you back. Are your challenges truly insurmoun...
#14: Catch Your Thoughts Before They Catch You!
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever catch yourself thinking the same negative thing over and over? You're not alone. About 80% of our thoughts each day are on repeat, and if they're...
#13: How To Build Consistent Confidence—Starting Now! (3 Keys)
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Confidence isn't something you're born with—it's something you build. But how? In this episode, we break down the essential blueprint for unshakable...
#12: All In or All Over the Place? Commitment & Boundaries
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever notice how the way you show up for one thing is the way you show up for everything? In this episode of Direct Your Life, we're talking about the ...
#11: Procrastination Killer: The Acronym You Need
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Direct Your Life, we tackle the silent dream killer—procrastination. If you've ever felt stuck, waiting for the "perfect moment" ...
#10: How To Find Magic, Meaning, and Momentum Every Day
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could reclaim your days and infuse them with meaning, magic, and momentum—starting right now? In this episode of Direct Your Life, I di...
#9: FIVE Daily Habits to Ignite Your Day
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could supercharge your mornings and set yourself up for a happier, more meaningful day—no matter how much time you have? In this episode...
#8: How To Direct Your Life - ONE Framework
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like life is just happening to you instead of being directed by you? In this episode, I break down ONE powerful framework that puts you back...
#7: Rethinking Time: Choose What Makes You Feel Alive
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I dive into the personal sacrifices and intentional decisions that helped me create a freer life—one filled with time for passions,...
#6: Never Dim Your Light: 3 Principles
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share why it's essential to embrace your uniqueness and never dim your light. Learn three key ideas to live freely, align with posi...
#5: Relationships = Your Future
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are the people in your life helping you grow or holding you back? In this episode, I get into the impact your relationships have on your future and wi...
#4: Go Ahead and Jump: Grow Your Wings on the Way Down
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Direct Your Life, I dive into the transformative 'raise your hand and go for it' mindset. Discover how embracing deliberate habits ...
#3: How To Energize Your Life!
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tired of feeling like you're permanently velcroed to the couch? Say goodbye to couch potato mode and hello to high-energy living! In this episode, I'l...
#2: How To Turn Complaints Into Comedy
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever find yourself caught in a spiral of complaints? What if you could flip the script and turn grumbles into giggles? In this episode of Direct Your...
#1: Fixed Mindset or Growth Mindset - Which Do YOU Have?
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the transformative power of shifting from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset! In this episode, I'll share my personal journey of embracing ...