In this episode, we unpack The Secret (2006), a popular self-help film centered on the Law of Attraction — the idea that positive thoughts and beliefs can “manifest” your desired reality. We explore where this philosophy overlaps with biblical wisdom, and where it veers into distortion.

00:00 - Intro to Silent Service & Will Introduces Topic
00:03 - Matt's Early Exposure to Law of Attraction via His Mother
00:06 - Matt Shares His State of Mind and Spiritual Energy
00:09 - Matt Shares Kids' Feedback and Emotional Connection
00:12 - Charlie Munger’s Inversion & more
00:15 - Escaping Negativity Through Law of Attraction
00:18 - Jack Canfield’s $100K Story & Vision Boards
00:21 - Vision Board Realizations and Matt’s Reflections
00:24 - Faith-Based Perspective on Law of Attraction
00:27 - Planning and Practical Steps to Manifest Goals
00:30 - Mentorship, Effort, and Direction
00:33 - Taking Action and Staying in Motion
00:36 - Earned Success and Law of Attraction Mindset
00:39 - Pain, Gratitude, and Spiritual Testing
00:42 - Training Positivity and Showing Up with Energy
00:45 - Action Over Motivation & Redefining Success
00:48 - Relationships, Emotional Intelligence, and Giving Back
00:51 - Closing Thoughts and Richard Dennis Quote

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In this episode, Matt and Will reflect on the evolution of relationships, personal disciplines, and the pursuit of purpose. Through personal stories, challenging questions, and a blend of spiritual and practical insight, they explore how the unseen work of inner growth shapes everything we do.

0:00 – Welcome & The 'Diesel Twins' Nickname
2:00 – Matt’s Last Name Story & Wedding Hashtag 'Tomorrow Tomorrow'
3:00 – Jack Canfield Mention & Chicken Soup Books
5:20 – Silent Service Pride & Platform Reflection
6:30 – MEPS Check-In: Mental, Emotional, Physical, Spiritual
13:30 – Shrinking Circles & Evolving Relationships
17:30 – Letting Go of Relationships That Don't Align
24:00 – Time Prioritization & Saying 'No' with Respect
28:00 – Planning Your Life vs. Being Planned For
31:00 – Choosing Where to Spend Time & Casey Neistat’s Quote
34:00 – Compassion, Gratitude & Physical Privilege
38:00 – Warren Buffett's Life Lottery Analogy
41:30 – Happiness: Internal vs. External & Money as an Amplifier
45:30 – Behavior Change as the True Marker of Learning
48:30 – Letting Go of Finishing Every Book
51:00 – Quiet Friends, Rockefeller, and Listening as Strength
53:00 – Context in Communication: Givers, Matchers, Takers
55:00 – Finding Mentors Through Handwritten Letters
56:30 – Jack Canfield Challenge & Final Reflections
57:41 – Wrap-Up & Quote of the Day: 'Better to Have Tried and Failed'

Warren Buffett Explaining the Ovarian Lottery

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMKWz_e2ZQI&t=77s

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Can you pursue meaningful goals without losing your sense of self?

In this mentorship session, Matt and Will dive into the tension between productivity and presence. They talk through setting healthy boundaries, showing up fully in everyday conversations, and why being available to everyone can sometimes dilute your impact.

Through personal stories — including lessons from a journal entry and a moment at a car dealership — they explore what it means to lead with both intention and compassion. You’ll also hear about the Chinese Bamboo Tree and how real growth often happens long before it’s visible.

If you’ve ever felt torn between moving fast and making it matter, this episode is for you.

Quote of the Day:
“Beautiful things don’t ask for attention.”

00:00 – Introduction
00:45 – MEPS Check-In
04:45 – Memorial Day Reflections
07:30 – Selling the Truck & HOA Drama
10:15 – The Broken Glass Story
12:45 – Jack Canfield: E + R = O
15:00 – Control Your Time, Control Your Life
19:30 – Being Kind vs. Being Nice
22:30 – Be More Interested Than Interesting
25:30 – The CarMax Story
27:45 – The Bamboo Tree Analogy
32:00 – Work Is the Goal
34:45 – Givers, Matchers & Takers
38:15 – The Success Formula (K + P + M + W = S)
42:45 – Do You Have to Step on People to Win?
48:00 – Defining Trust & Integrity
52:00 – Helping Others as a Daily Practice
54:15 – High-Fives and Humanity
57:00 – Final Quote & Wrap-Up

Link to Jack Canfield's The Success Principles Audiobook:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHpiIqYnxTk

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Hosted by: Matt DiMauro & Will Diesel

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