The Niche Is You
Episodes
Make Art, Not Content
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about taking the pressure off of producing your work for the sake of content, focusing on your work as art instead of content,...
The Only Style Worth Having is the One You Can’t Help (-Paul Graham)
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about understanding your own unique style, taste as a driver of quality, development of taste through your work, how your firs...
Before Being Told What You Are… Examine What You’re Not
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about being careful of accepting labels put upon you, understanding that you may need to learn differently than others, figuri...
It’s Not About Perfection, But When It’s Done
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about getting out of stagnation, receiving new projects and work you might not have thought about, knowing when something is f...
5 Ways In Which We Connect More Through Prayer & Meditation
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about whether prayer is for you or for God, why prayer and meditation is so effective, praying for what we need not necessaril...
You Care Less About How it Looks When You Care More About How It Helps
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about caring less about how you look so you can care more about helping the people you want to impact, how perfectionism is si...
You’re Not “Trying” To Be Something, You “Are” It
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about ownership over your new direction, there are no coincidences but remembrances, following less traditional paths and deal...
Pay Attention to the Energy in Your Work… It’s Giving You Direction
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the energy in your work, why we’re sometimes excited while other times depleted, when do we need to rest and when do w...
Sell Your Art (Work, Services, Products) Before You’re Ready
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why people struggle to sell their art or work or services, imposter syndrome, learning to self promote, getting passed p...
You Have the Ability to Do Hard Things
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about your abilities to do hard things, doing what feels most aligned, keeping promises to yourself, showing up everyday, trus...
The More You Accept Your Gifts, the More God Confirms the Results
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about confirmation of your path and intuitive choices, how sourcing your value and worth from society can blur your vision, th...
Find Out What You Love So You Can Make Better Choices
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about understanding the choices we’re making, why do we make “bad” choices, how can we make better choices in the direct...
Try the Thing You Don’t Think You’re Quite Ready For
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about doing the things you don’t think you’re ready for, how overthinking affects our ability to move out of comfort zones...
You Aren’t What You Start… You Are What You Repeatedly Do
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about conquering getting started, learning by doing, acquiring new skills and mastering them over a lifetime, the compound eff...
These 5 Focuses Will Change Your Life In 2024
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about 5 key focuses for 2024… your calling, your creativity, your commitment, your time and your intuition, how to stay in t...
Sometimes, the Most Ordinary Moment Creates the Most Extraordinary Outcome
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about allowing the balance of spontaneity and planning when it comes to your work, how sometimes our best work comes through u...
Do You Feel Anxious or Excited In the Morning to Start Your Day?
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about observing your energy in the morning, understanding whether you are anxious or excited for the day’s activities and wh...
Are You Doing It For Your Ego Or Are You Doing It For Your Soul
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about knowing what reason you do anything in your life… whether from your ego or from your soul, deciding what and whom is b...
The One Day I Told God “I’m Done,” He Replied “Good, Now I Can Begin.”
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about letting go of control of divine timing, having a deeper relationship with your soul and God, asking the right questions ...
Be Patient in Becoming Someone You’ve Never Been
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about how to change your habits, how to make habits last, how to be patient in becoming someone you’ve never been, the diffe...
The Signs You’re Looking For Are Actually Everywhere
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about how we are always receiving signs whether we realize it or not, being open to clues, how the material for our work surro...
When You Create, You’re Not Walking Blindly, You’re Deepening Your Faith
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about what happens when you trust in your creativity, the results that come from prioritizing your time, working on your craft...
9 Reflections From the Past 20 Years of My Life
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the overall effects of discipline and consistency, not worrying about being ready but moving anyways, how authenticity i...
You May Not Be Lazy… You May Just Be Afraid to Start
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about laziness and procrastination as form of fear, removing expectations of the end results so you can focus on the immediate...
When There’s a Plot Twist, Remember There’s the Next Scene Where It All Comes Together
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about embracing the plot twists in your life, detaching from the story you think you’re experiencing so you can allow yourse...
All the Most Interesting Things Happen When You Are Making Something That No One Else is Making (Rick Rubin)
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why making your versions of things brings the most interesting experiences and people to you, why your work brings deepe...
How to Take the Next Step When You Know You're Meant For More
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about how to take the next step when you know you’re meant for more, your calling, how to identify where your resistance is,...
Where's There's Resistance, There's a Message
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why we experience resistance, different types of resistance, what resistance tells us about our path or our next steps, ...
Focus On Activities That Compound Your Life… Everything Else is Just Depleting You
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about what the compound effect is, making small smart choices, making 1 decision that makes a thousand, consistency, time, pat...
Be Willing to See How Your Story Turns Out
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about how failure can be your greatest gift, feeling the hurt that comes from failure but turning it into a new perspective, a...
Your Best Ideas Are Right In Front of You
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about how your best ideas are right in front of you and you may not know it, how we’ve never lived in a more abundant time t...
A Quick Win at the Start Lets You Know You’re On Path
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about disrupting old habits, getting a quick win and then learning consistency after that, preparing for multiple wins at a ti...
Never Underestimate the Compound Effect of “Slow”…
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about going slow helps you go faster, the compound effect of 1% more each day, consistency over speed, focus & determinati...
There’s a Sure Fire Way to Know You’ll Win...
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about what’s worth focusing on instead of following trends, how to find your intellectual obsession, why your obsessive hobb...
The Faster You Make Clear Decisions, the Easier Your Life Will Reveal the Way
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why having clarity is a sign that you’ll get what you want, how practicing key decision making will speed everything e...
The Task You Choose to Work on Must Have an Obsessive Element
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about not having a personal mission, finding what ties you to a bigger purpose than simply liking something for the sake of li...
When You Operate In Your Gifts, You Don’t Have to Be At the Head of the Table
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about not needing approval from the world but being a light instead and how to do that, understanding your gifts and bringing ...
Instead of “Why Me” ask “What’s Next”
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about gain disguised as loss, taking a “loss” and reframing it so you keep moving, not listening to convention or group th...
Your Discernment Will Save Your Life, Your Intuition Will Create It
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about discernment and intuition, their roles with each other, how discernment can save you from a lot of anxiety and chaos and...
Your Intuition, Curiosity & Creativity Knows More Than You Do
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why you need to develop a habit of working on your own projects, choosing work that you have a natural aptitude for and ...
When You Lead By Example, You Give Others Permission To Do the Same
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why what you create has more impact on the world than you realize, not chasing the world but contributing to it, how you...
It’s Dangerous to Fulfill Other People’s Expectations
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why other’s expectations hurt our talents and trusting in our abilities, our best work comes from fulfilling our own e...
You Don’t Arrive to the Destination… the Destination is You
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about creating sustainable momentum for your life, creating habits around a lifestyle instead of pushing too far too fast and ...
Predicting Rain Doesn’t Count, Building the Ark Does
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about Warren Buffett’s famous quote… “Predicting rain doesn’t count, building the ark does,” action over prediction,...
How to Create More Discipline In Your Life
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about creating more discipline in your life, creating more discipline in your spiritual routines, in your physical routines, i...
Your Calling Is Gonna Feel Ridiculous Until It Feels Miraculous
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about how your calling may feel ridiculous in the beginning, dealing with your own doubt, dealing with others who think what y...
How to Never Stall Your Dreams Again?
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about writing your ideas, designing and building on a vision, manifesting ideas into reality, how writing forces you to clarif...
If You Don't Create a Life, You Will Be Assigned One
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about creating routines or being assigned them, creating a career or being assigned one, creating a purpose or assigned one, n...
22 Interchangeable Lessons on Life & Business that Will Change the Way You Think
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about consistency beats talent and wins championships, how repetition builds business and creates a life, having more time tha...
Impossible is Where God Starts… Miracles is What He Does
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about miracles and how they’re happening more than you think, seeing miracles more abundantly than thinking they’re rare, ...
Don't Be Busy... Be Intentional
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about being busy versus being intentional with your time and daily living, having more time to do the things you want while st...
You Don’t Have to Earn It From Society When You Already Got it From God
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the differences between people who chose a path and people who’s path chose them by Divine Design, not having the same...
You Don’t Find Your Potential, You Become It
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about becoming your “potential” versus finding it, returning to your soul, how to find the potential in yourself that you ...
Share Your Rough Drafts
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why your rough drafts need to be out there more, why you should show the process of you trying over sitting on the sidel...
All it Takes is Just One Move From God... Just One
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why our lives can change in any given moment, how we must meet God in the field, how our consistency, discipline and sho...
9 Signs the Game You’re Playing is More Important Than the One You Could Be Watching
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about sacrificing entertainment to play your own game, how you know you’d rather play your game than watch others, why you m...
Your Work Isn't For Everyone
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about your work not being for everyone and why that’s a great thing, not letting what’s popular derail you from what your ...
The World Knows Us By What We Say & Do, Not By What We Hold Back
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about knowing yourself is a direct correlation to the world knowing you more, what you’re committed to shows the world who y...
Creativity is An Act of Rebellion… So is Trusting Yourself
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about how creating more is an act of rebellion, and so it trusting yourself, having more fortitude and grace with your process...
Why You’re Upset When Someone Else is Doing Your Idea
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about your why you get upset when you see other people doing what you know you can do or want to do, knowing why you feel rese...
If You Want to Win, Plan On Outlasting Most People
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about your how to tackle your vision (goals), strategy, tactics and effort for your life, business and the pursuit of anything...
Your Purpose Is Not a Single Act...
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about your purpose is not a single act (quote by Brianna Wiest), what does it mean to live purposefully throughout the day, ar...
What Did You Have to Lose to Find Yourself?
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about what sacrifices one has to make to find themselves, what environments did one have to leave to find themselves, what peo...
Did You Choose An Idea or Did the Idea Choose You
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about whether you are constantly seeking what to do or does something keep bringing you back to things you’re good at, being...
People Pleasing Will Stall Your Creativity, Execution & Desired Outcomes
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about people pleasing and how it stalls our growth, blocks our momentum, forces us out of our authenticity and how it affects ...
Love the Game More Than Anyone Has Ever Loved It
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about being devoted to something you’re good at, not being the best but focusing on being the only, removing comparison to p...
Be Fast When It Matters, Slow When It Doesn’t
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about times to move fast and times to move slow, understanding timing, practice and preparedness for both quick decisions and ...
Pay Attention to Small Moments With Uncontrollable Joy
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about finding your “flow state,” identifying when you have the most peace and joy, observing what you’re working on or l...
Don’t Wait to Feel Qualified
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about we can’t wait to feel qualified to do anything we feel called to do including our current roles in life or work, how y...
In Gossip, Our Creativity & Life Force Leave Us
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why our words matter, why gossip takes us out of our creative gifts and away from our path, how gossip is giving away ou...
Think In Decades, Not Days
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about defining a path for yourself, what keeps you motivated when you don’t feel like it, why your vision is a marathon and ...
Go Easy on the Risk Takers… They Have a Massive Undertaking
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about dealing with pessimism and doubt from those that don’t understand why you’re choosing a different path, what the “...
If You Weren't Capable, You Wouldn't Have the Calling
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about answering your calling even if you don’t feel “capable,” receiving opportunities even when you think you’re not ...
If It Doesn't Come Bursting Out of You In Spite of Everything, Don't Do It
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about surrendering to your God given talents, what you ought to be doing versus what you are currently doing, what is it that ...
In Helping Others, Are You Ignoring Your Own Needs
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about not neglecting yourself to do the work for others, how giving yourself the right energy and momentum helps even mor...
Are You Addicted to the Drug of Opportunity
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why we get allured to new opportunities often at the expense of our current commitments, the fear of missing out, risk a...
Never Underestimate the Power of One Person Believing in You
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the power of at least one person believing in you, the psychological and neurological effects of belief, the power of yo...
Your Ideal Partner Is Closer Than You Think
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about your ideal partner, being the partner they’re looking for before they find you, what we want in others is what we want...
You Take Care of the Quantity, God Will Take Care of the Quality
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the effects consistency have in bringing about more quality into our lives, why showing up wins EVERY time, how repetiti...
Showing Up Isn’t Always Easy, But it’s the Only Option You’ve Got
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk why showing up is the only option you got, what to do to find your fire, remembering why you started, aligning yourself to see...
The Happiest People Aren’t Who You Think
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about happiness from fulfillment and interesting work versus solely for doing nothing, why having something to create gives us...
Trust Your Taste & Make What You Like… There’s an Audience For Every Taste
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about trusting what you make and create, how there’s an audience for every type of person and creativity, looking at the mus...
One is Greater Than Zero
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about needing a mission which is really you, what doing nothing versus 1 thing looks like over a set period of time even if it...
The Role of the Artist is the Exact Same as the Role of the Lover
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the relationship you have with yourself as a reflection with the world, how art and love are synonymous, being a mirror ...
It's Not Me, It's You
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about going sane can feel like you’re going crazy, the dynamic between you and others as you make necessary changes, blocked...
Other’s Approval Doesn’t Constitute Your Worth, Moving In Your Value Does
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about status versus purpose, validation versus value, labels versus character, titles versus talents, drawing your purpose fro...
Life Becomes Much Simpler With These 6 Basic Truths
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about 6 simple truths that will change your whole life, how to affect the world around you, how to affect the people around yo...
You Either See Things Through a Critical Lens, Or a Creative One
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about how our perspective changes based on our critical mind (lens) versus our creative mind (lens), what our critical mind te...
You’ve Been Lied To About Not Getting Paid For Doing What You Love
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the fact that we’ve been told we can’t earn a living from doing what we love and that’s untrue, how you can be pai...
Knowing What to Work On Is More Important Than Just Working
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why we need to focus on the right work for ourselves, where are we getting most distracted, the value of prioritization,...
You Don’t Want the Safe Path, You Want the Right Path
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why the most responsible thing you can do is to choose your own path, how society defines success versus your soul, how ...
What Is Your Current Life a Metaphor For
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about embracing your true calling, are you pursuing a “shadow calling” instead, are you “half in” with your calling, w...
Don’t Be Afraid of Conflict, That You Forgo Reason
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why avoiding conflict moves you further away from your intended peace and harmony, how to deal with conflict in a more m...
The Genius Thing To Do Is Both the Most Obvious & Least Explored
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about Leonardo da Vinci, why he was so successful, characteristics that should be obvious for our personal development and gro...
We All Have Patterns, Which Ones Do You Want?
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the patterns we have in all areas of our lives, how we understand and observe them, how we look at them from an emotiona...
If You Need Momentum, Remember Slow is Smooth and Smooth is Fast
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the concept of finding your right pace so you don’t burn out, creating a range of consistency so you can make progress...
Don’t Build For Society’s Direction of Success, Build For Your Soul’s Direction of Purpose
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about understanding what your soul wants versus what society says you should want, getting a clear direction on what feels ali...
It’s Not About Being the Best, It’s About Being the Only
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about not competing with the world but working to be 1-of-1 (the only), redefining your life’s work as a unique expression, ...
"I Pray For You" Is Someone Wishing Abundance Over You
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the power and abundance of prayer, what praying does for us at a spiritual, emotional, mental and physical level, what h...
You Can Be Kind & Have Boundaries
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the balance between being kind and having boundaries, understanding where to implement more boundaries, being nice but n...