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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In this inspiring episode of Silent Service, Matt and Will explore what it means to "tap dance into work"—finding joy, purpose, and resilience in your career and daily life. From reflections on early jobs, work-life balance, and servant leadership, to the power of personal ownership and internal motivation, the conversation is packed with practical wisdom and candid stories. Whether you’re stuck in a job you don’t love or looking to sharpen your personal edge, this episode offers meaningful insight on building a life of integrity, purpose, and growth.

00:00 - Welcome & Episode Overview
01:15 - Weekend Plans & Sarasota Weather
03:30 - Family & Spontaneity
06:00 - Rollins College & MEPS Check-In
09:00 - Jesus Calling & Daily Devotionals
11:30 - Career Path: From Medicine to Business
15:00 - Would You Choose the Same Path Again?
18:00 - Advice for Tough Jobs & Finding Meaning
21:30 - Work Ethic from a Young Age
24:30 - High School Hustle & Gym Job
27:30 - What Makes a Great Employee
30:00 - EQ vs. IQ in the Workplace
33:00 - Leaders vs. Managers
36:00 - Staying Motivated When Energy is Low
31:00 - Zappos & The Formula for Happiness at Work
39:30 - Work-Life Balance & Sacrifice
43:00 - Planning Life Like a Vacation
46:00 - Law of Attraction with Effort
48:30 - Extreme Ownership & Communication
50:30 - Final Thoughts & Quote of the Day

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In this debut episode of Silent Service, Matt and Will explore the age-old question of whether wealth leads to happiness. We talk about health, values, and what people would truly trade for peace of mind. It’s a raw, thoughtful conversation about the role money plays in our lives—and what really matters.

00:00 – Intro: Welcome, podcast mission, and host banter
01:30 – Weekend reflections and building Silent Service's social presence
04:30 – The value of active rest, youth group, and spiritual routines
09:00 – Mentorship, memorializing conversations, and podcast origins
13:30 – MEPS check-in: Mental, Emotional, Physical, Spiritual status
18:00 – Being impeccable with your word and authenticity in speech
23:00 – Discipline, happiness, and becoming your best self
30:00 – Money, happiness, and redefining success
35:00 – Compound interest explained + financial literacy discussion
41:00 – Retirement, rate of return, and long-term investing strategy
46:00 – Purpose, compounding relationships, and wrapping up
48:30 – Quote of the Day: Life’s Paradox by Paulo Coelho + farewell

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Building a business—or a meaningful life—can feel lonely. That’s because no one teaches you the middle part. Mentor Matt DiMauro and his protégé Will Diesel talk candidly about the messy, meaningful middle: where faith, business, and real life collide when no one’s watching.

Silent Service is their honest conversation—just like they’d have off-mic—and now you’re invited to listen in.

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