Would you rather be really good at staying the same, or really committed to growing – even if that means making hard choices and doing challenging inner work along the way? If you're a part of our community, we're willing to bet you're the latter. That's why this week's guest is so special. Arel Moodie is an entrepreneur and longtime friend of Devin's whose understanding of tools for inner growth has flourished over the years. Join us as we dive deep into facing trauma, staying curious and creating a new story for yourself through the power of introspection.

Sometimes we have setbacks, sometimes everything seems to work in our favor. It all ebbs and flows, but we have to remember to just stay in the game, stay present, and enjoy the journey to our destination.

Devin explores letting go of things that don’t serve us in order to create room for change and growth. This discussion is inspired by the book Letting Go, by David R. Hawkins.

If the concept of "serial entrepreneurship" had a spokesperson, it'd be Sandra Martinelli. From humble beginnings selling perfume out of her college dorm to developing a jewelry brand and being on a cooking show with Tia Mowry, Sandra knows what it means to hustle, push through failure, cultivate sustainable content and do it all with a "go" mentality.

In the early 2010s, Vine and Tumblr were all the rage. Ronnie Banks is one of the rare people who can say their present-day fame originated from a couple of fun posts on those sites – but it hasn't always been a smooth journey. Join Devin as he sits with his old friend Ronnie to talk about family, faith, manifestation and doing the hard work needed to heal the old you to become everything you've ever wanted.

AI has completely taken our society by storm – yet in spite of its popularity, many of us are still apprehensive about its power and potential. In this mini episode, Devin speaks to the silver lining of AI and the way it teaches us to ask better questions.

We can't change our past. We can't change our circumstances or the things that have occurred to make us develop certain thought patterns, habits and defense mechanisms. But what we can do is accept where we've come from and learn to heal and bloom wherever we are. Trauma therapist Leticia Vaca Williams, LCSW, joins Devin today to talk about intergenerational healing, the connection between mind and body, the process of dismantling old self-defense mechanisms and the unique challenges of growing up in stressful environments, especially as a BIPOC individual.

Have you ever reached a moment in your life that completely flips everything upside down? We all have two choices in that moment – we can let it break us, or we can make the choice to embrace the opportunity for a new beginning. Stepping into a new identity doesn’t happen overnight. But with a commitment to unlearning old habits, a healthy mental and physical diet, a positive environment and a strong belief in your ability to create your dream life, you’ll get there – brick by brick. Tune in as we hear from Brix about that exact journey and how he turned rock bottom into a new self.

In this mini episode, Devin talks about something that's been heavy on his mind: the art of the start. So many times, we get so hung up on the concept of the journey that we neglect to embrace the power of that very first moment we put our mind to something. Honoring the magic of the start and surrounding yourself with people who have landed near your destination is key.

There is no one road to entrepreneurship – in fact, there's not even a path laid out in front of us. The journey is one that each of us carve out for ourselves, and within that journey, we learn how to ask for help, strike a work/life balance, and allow ourselves space to adapt. That's why we created the DED community. Today, Kurieo COO Sheena Lindahl joins us for a second time to talk about all that and so much more.

Entrepreneurship can feel like a siloed solo journey – but when you're lucky enough to have your path intersect with another energized mind, magic happens. In fact, that's how Kurieo happened. In today's episode, Devin sits down with longtime friend and Kurieo COO and co-owner Sheena Lindahl to discuss their early careers, the lessons that came with creating Kurieo, and the partnership that started it all.

Devin sits down with entrepreneur and gym owner Jorge Rodriguez about his weight loss journey, how he built three brick-and-mortar businesses in 3 years, the power of asking for help, and why striving for perfection (and failing) is a key to advancement and growth.

Here are the five things I wish someone would have told me before I started my business.

Each phase of your life will require a new version of yourself. Sometimes we're ready to become that person, and sometimes life needs to nudge us in the right direction. Devin shares his thoughts on what's required to level up, and how he's found his way through new phases.

Jade Purple Brown is someone who lives, dreams and breathes color. Her career as an illustrator has skyrocketed her to a level where she's regularly producing work for major brands like Starbucks, Haagen Dazs and Adobe – yet through it at all, she's never lost sight of the little things that make her Jade.

We talked with Jade about her commitment to journaling and therapy, her ability to find inspiration from everything around her, and how she's evolving past fear and stepping into her power, value and future.

Relationships are everything, and a relationship-oriented mindset paired with a commitment to your vision is the root of success. Years ago, one speech at a conference evolved into a partnership with Starbucks that led to Kurieo producing 1 million shirts for the coffee giant. That speech was the root of something sensational – I want to share how we got there, so you can get there, too.

Devin explores the concept of getting started even when you feel unprepared. Everyone faces rocky beginnings, but that doesn’t mean it’s bad or wrong, it’s just new. Embracing your journey and your process are necessary to get anywhere. Hear how Devin’s mindset has shifted over the years to reach bigger and bigger goals.

In this conversation, Devin sits down with Kurieo’s Creative Director, Mike Nguyen, who also happened to be Kurieo’s first hire. They discuss what it’s like having a side hustle while also working full time, and navigating your career when you’re unsure of the future or even next steps.

In Episode 2 of the Doing Everything Different™ podcast, host Devin Lars delves into a deeply personal and reflective conversation on the philosophy of life, success, and personal growth. With insights into appreciating the journey rather than rushing to the destination, Devin emphasizes the importance of finding peace in the process.

In this podcast, we explore what it means to define success for ourselves, rather than conforming to someone else's version of it. With a series of special guests, listen in on conversations about the journey we create, the resilience we discover, and the work it takes to come out on top of our fears, setbacks, and doubts.