Managing Difficult People

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  How to Forgive Someone Who Isn’t Sorry 16.09.2026 20min

  How do you forgive someone who hurt you, especially when they’re not sorry? In this episode of Managing Difficult People, Adam Holbrook takes forgiveness beyond the advice to simply “let it go” and shares four practical strategies for releasing resentment and moving forward. Adam explores why you may need to stop waiting for an apology, how “blame hoarding” keeps old wounds alive, why forgiveness doesn’t require giving someone unlimited access to your life, and how healthy boundaries can help...
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  Mindset Matters 09.09.2026 23min

  Who are you becoming, and are your thoughts and actions aligned with that person? In this episode of Managing Difficult People, Adam Holbrook explores why mindset matters when you’re pursuing something bigger for your life. He shares how to stop comparing your journey to others, strengthen your belief in yourself, and begin acting like your future self today. Adam also breaks down a practical four-step approach using identity, consistent action, preparation for setbacks, and a clear vision to...
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  Allow Consequences: Let People Own Their Choices 02.09.2026 15min

  Are you helping someone, or are you accidentally keeping them from learning how to help themselves? In this episode of Managing Difficult People, Adam Holbrook tackles what he calls the “savior mask”, our instinct to step in, fix problems, offer advice, make excuses, and protect people from the consequences of their own decisions. While it may come from a place of compassion, constantly rescuing someone can create dependency and prevent real growth. Adam shares personal stories that for...
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  Stop Working More and Start Prioritizing What Works | The 80/20 Rule 26.08.2026 18min

  Are you working harder than ever but still feeling like you’re falling behind? In this episode of Managing Difficult People, Adam Holbrook tackles one of the biggest mistakes he sees leaders make: failing to prioritize what they do and who they spend their time with. He shares lessons from his own entrepreneurial journey, including how working 90 to 110 hours a week left him exhausted, overwhelmed, and constantly putting out fires instead of truly leading. Adam breaks down the 80/20 rul...
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  From Excuses to Results: How to Make Fitness a Lifestyle with Korin Sutton 19.08.2026 35min

  What happens when you keep putting your health behind your business, career, family, and responsibilities? In this episode of Managing Difficult People, Adam Holbrook sits down with bodybuilding coach Korin Sutton to talk about fitness, discipline, self-leadership, and why taking care of yourself can change how you show up in every area of your life. Adam also shares how working with Korin helped him achieve a longtime goal of competing in his first men’s bodybuilding competition. ...
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  You Don’t Have to Be Perfect to Follow God with Pastor Kyle Prichard 12.08.2026 47min

  What if you want a stronger relationship with God but don’t know where to begin? In this episode of Managing Difficult People, Adam Holbrook welcomes back Pastor Kyle Prichard after their first conversation about faith became one of the podcast’s most listened to episodes. Together, they tackle some of the questions many people quietly wrestle with about God, faith, giving, sin, forgiveness, and finding a spiritual path. Kyle shares why he believes God exists, how his own transformation stren...
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  Your Worst Mistake Doesn't Define You: A Story of Accountability and Redemption with Michael V. Crismali 05.08.2026 41min

  What happens when your worst mistake becomes public... and everyone knows your name? In this unforgettable episode of Managing Difficult People, Adam Holbrook sits down with author, speaker, and mental health advocate Michael V. Crismali for a raw and deeply honest conversation about shame, accountability, forgiveness, and rebuilding a life after public failure. Michael shares the painful story behind his book, My Name Is, revealing how years of hidden financial misconduct while serving as a ...
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  You Are Not Alone: A Powerful Story of Addiction, Suicide, Faith, and Recovery with Kate Parson 29.07.2026 37min

  What happens when someone who's battled addiction, mental illness, trauma, and suicide attempts refuses to let their story end there? In this powerful episode of Managing Difficult People, host Adam Holbrook sits down with Kate Parsons, a nationally recognized recovery advocate, mental health educator, and faith-based leader, for an honest conversation about addiction, bipolar disorder, suicide prevention, recovery, and the hope that's possible even after life's darkest moments. Kate openly s...
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  The Power of Resilience: What Comes After Tragedy? with Ron Gold 22.07.2026 35min

  What do you do when your entire life changes in an instant? In this powerful episode of Managing Difficult People, Adam Holbrook sits down with resilience expert, TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and former Wall Street executive Ron Gold, whose life was forever changed after a devastating cycling accident left him paralyzed. Ron shares his incredible journey from managing global sales teams on Wall Street to rebuilding his identity after being told he would never walk again. Together, Adam and Ron...
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  Living to Be Liked with Eric Geisendorfer 15.07.2026 34min

  How much of your life is shaped by who you truly are... and how much is driven by the need to be liked? In this deeply personal episode of the Managing Difficult People Podcast, Adam Holbrook sits down with his lifelong friend, Eric Geisendorfer, whose story inspired Adam's upcoming book, Living to Be Liked. Together, they explore how childhood experiences, fear of judgment, and the desire for acceptance can slowly lead us to wear masks that hide our authentic selves. Eric shares how becoming...
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  Developing a Relationship with God with Kyle Prichard 08.07.2026 41min

  What if your relationship with God wasn't about religion, routines, or perfection, but simply about spending time with Him? In this inspiring episode of Managing Difficult People, Adam Holbrook sits down with Pastor Kyle Prichard, founder of Bethany Church and Unbound Ministries, for an honest conversation about what it truly means to develop a personal relationship with God. Together, they explore how daily time with God can bring peace, purpose, and clarity, especially during seasons of anx...
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  Love Coach Junie & Adam discuss a Better Relationship with Our Partner 01.07.2026 45min

  What if the biggest breakthrough in your relationship has nothing to do with changing your partner? In this heartfelt episode of Managing Difficult People, Adam Holbrook sits down with Junie Moon, transformational love coach, bestselling author, and host of the Midlife Love Out Loud Podcast, to explore what it really takes to build a healthy, lasting relationship. Together, they dive into self-worth, emotional maturity, communication, intimacy, conflict, and the hidden patterns that quietly s...
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  When To Say YES and How to Say NO 24.06.2026 16min

  Are you saying "yes" to everyone else while saying "no" to yourself? In this episode of Managing Difficult People, Adam Holbrook explores one of the most important skills for personal growth, leadership, and mental wellbeing: knowing when to say yes and when to say no. Through powerful personal stories and real-world experiences, Adam shares how saying yes to opportunities outside his comfort zone led to new relationships, professional growth, and life-changing experiences. He als...
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  What To Do Instead When Frustrated 17.06.2026 11min

  We all get frustrated. The question is: what is that frustration really trying to tell you? In this episode of Managing Difficult People, Adam Holbrook explores how frustration is often less about other people and more about what's happening inside us. Through personal stories and practical examples, Adam reveals why blaming others keeps us stuck, while self-awareness creates opportunities for growth, better boundaries, stronger habits, and lasting change. You'll learn how to identify the rea...
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  How to Manage Different Perspectives 10.06.2026 22min

  Why do smart, well-intentioned people see the same situation completely differently? In this episode of the Managing Difficult People Podcast, Adam Holbrook explores one of the most important leadership and relationship skills: understanding different perspectives. Through personal stories, practical examples, and leadership insights, Adam explains why people develop different beliefs, values, and viewpoints based on their unique experiences, environments, and life journeys. You'll learn how ...
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  The Power of Encouragement 03.06.2026 16min

  In this episode of the Managing Difficult People Podcast, Adam Holbrook explores the life-changing power of encouragement. Drawing from personal experiences of burnout, struggle, and business growth, Adam shares why encouragement is one of the most powerful tools for leadership, relationships, and personal development. He explains the difference between appreciation and encouragement, why people need support more than criticism, and how encouraging others can strengthen teams, build trust, im...
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  Self Compassion Is the Key to Resilience 27.05.2026 11min

  In this episode of Managing Difficult People, Adam Holbrook dives into the powerful connection between self-compassion, resilience, and personal growth. Using the viral story of his daughter’s performance video that generated both massive praise and criticism online, Adam explores how the way we speak to ourselves shapes our confidence, emotional well-being, relationships, and ability to navigate adversity. This episode unpacks the hidden damage caused by negative self-talk and why so many pe...
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  Multitasking is a Myth 20.05.2026 9min

  Think multitasking is making you more productive? Think again. In this eye-opening episode of Managing Difficult People, Adam Holbrook breaks down the truth most people don’t want to hear: multitasking is a myth and it’s costing you more than you realize. If you’ve ever found yourself juggling emails, meetings, and life all at once only to feel exhausted and still behind. This episode will hit home. Adam reveals how constant task-switching drains your energy, wastes hours of your day, and lea...
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  The Reality of Adult Relationships: Why We Need Them and Why They’re So Hard 13.05.2026 17min

  When was the last time you truly spent time with your friends? In this episode, Adam Holbrook breaks down why so many adults drift away from friendships and the real impact it’s having on your health, happiness, and longevity. From burnout and excuses to the truth about connection, this conversation will challenge how you show up in your relationships. Hit play and rediscover why the right people might be exactly what you need. Stronger leadership starts with better communication. Lea...
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  Self Care vs Fun. What’s the difference and When Do I Need Each? 06.05.2026 16min

  You might be taking care of yourself… but still feel drained. In this eye-opening episode, Adam breaks down the real difference between self-care and fun—and why confusing the two could be holding you back from feeling truly alive. Learn how to fill your cup daily with self-care while also creating space for real fun that fuels your energy, relationships, and success. If you’ve been stuck in routine, burnout, or “doing all the right things” but still feel off—this is the shift y...