Jan. 15, 2026

Make Money by Managing Stressful Life Changes No One Warns You About

Make Money by Managing Stressful Life Changes No One Warns You About

Travis and producer Eric dig into a surprisingly relatable mix of topics: changing friendships, unexpected stress in adulthood, and yes, bringing earplugs to the movie theater without feeling like a complete boomer. Through humor and a little friendly roasting, they unpack what no one really warns you about when it comes to growing up, building a business, and trying to stay healthy in the process.​

On this episode we talk about:

  • Why Eric is (apparently) the first Gen Z moviegoer planning to wear earplugs to every screening.​

  • How relationships—friends, collaborators, even co‑workers—naturally change over time as your life, geography, and goals evolve.​

  • The difference between avoiding stress and choosing the right kind of stress for the life you actually want.​

  • Why time management becomes one of the hardest—and most important—skills of adult life.​

  • How to intentionally keep connections alive with simple habits like periodic check‑in texts and DMs.​

Top 3 Takeaways

  1. Stress is inevitable—so pick your stress. Whether it’s building a business, raising kids, or staying “comfortable” and broke, every path has stress. The goal is not to escape it, but to choose the stress that leads to the life you want.​

  2. Relationships will change, and that’s normal. Friends move, priorities shift, careers evolve—so build simple rhythms (messages, calls, shared workouts, trips) to keep the right people close on purpose.​

  3. Self‑care isn’t soft; it’s strategic. From sleep to hearing protection to workouts, protecting your body and mind is what allows you to keep showing up for your goals long‑term.​

Notable Quotes

  • “You’re not going to avoid stress—if you want anything above average, stress is part of the deal.”​

  • “Most of the stress in my life is stress I welcomed because I wanted the challenge.”​

  • “If you don’t choose the stress of being a good parent now, you get the stress of having kids who cause you more stress later.”​​

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