#189: Mental Toughness, Self-Leadership, and the Long Game with Chad Sonkin

What does it really take to lead yourself—day in and day out?
In this episode, Joshua sits down with Chad Sonkin for a raw, energizing conversation on mental toughness, ownership, and the inner game of leadership. From navigating entrepreneurial uncertainty to lighting people up in everyday moments, Chad shares how he stays grounded through discipline, faith, and relentless self-work.
They unpack the difference between hoping and knowing, how to embrace the “shoveling shit” seasons, and why your attitude and inputs matter more than any outcome.
This is a call to own your energy, commit to your path, and lead from within—especially when it’s hard.

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