Build Your Power
Traditional hustle culture leaves millions of people burned out, sick, and completely disconnected from who they are. We’ve been trained to follow every rule and hit every goal, only to end up feeling empty in a life we don't even recognize.
I’m Brennan Hilleary—business owner, speaker, and culture consultant—and I started the Build Your Power podcast to directly challenge this way of living.
Drawing from my own experiences, I share raw conversations and solo reflections on what it means to go against the grain of self destructive hustle and grind culture.
This goes beyond standard self-improvement. It is a practical guide to self-realization, helping us dismantle outdated narratives and reclaim our power so we can live a life that fits who we are.
Episodes
48 episodes
I'm Back After a Year Break - Introducing Build Your Power
After more than a year away, Brennan returns with a new name, a new direction, and a fresh perspective.In this episode, he shares why he stepped away from podcasting, what led to the rebrand from Circumstantially Successful to <...
Ep 47: Burnout is a Self Worth Issue (SOLO)
Burnout isn't just about overworking or lacking boundaries—it's deeply connected to our self-worth. When we believe we must earn our worth through achievements and people-pleasing, we create patterns that lead to exhaustion and unfulfillment.
Ep 46: Why Discipline Isn’t Enough (And How Devotion Changes Everything)
Discipline alone can lead to burnout while devotion transforms exhaustion into fulfillment and sustainable success. The journey from living in the back of a supplement store to building a purpose-driven coaching business reveals the critical di...
Ep 45: Reclaiming Your Identity After Addiction (Featuring RJ Zimmerman)
RJ Zimmerman shares his transformative journey from self-hatred to self-discovery after overcoming alcohol addiction and facing the dissolution of his marriage. He reveals how confronting his deepest limiting beliefs allowed him to rebuild his ...
Ep 44: Surrendering to Find Your Power (Featuring Ashley Coleman)
Ashley Paige Coleman shares her transformative journey from spiritual amnesia to becoming a shamanic minister and energy medicine practitioner. Her story reveals how confronting our shadows leads to authentic spiritual awakening and healing.
Ep 43: Alignment Is the New Hustle (Featuring Ronnie Megginson)
What happens when you finally stop forcing success and start surrendering to your purpose? Ronnie Megason's extraordinary journey reveals how alignment can transform your life more powerfully than hustle ever could.From being falsely ac...
Ep: 42 Transforming Trauma into Triumph - Overcoming Bullying and Chronic Illness (Featuring Hannah Deal)
What if childhood trauma could become a source of personal strength? On Circumstantially Successful, I talk with Hannah Deal, who shares her powerful story of overcoming bullying, body image struggles, and chronic illnesses like narcol...
Episode 41: 100% Looks Different Everyday (SOLO)
Episode Description: 100% Looks Different Every DayIn this episode, I explored what it means to give your best effort, even when it looks different from day to day. Here’s a breakdown of the episode:Introduction<...
Episode 40: Defining Your Own Success: Moving Beyond Societal Expectations (SOLO)
Episode Description: Defining Your Own Success: Moving Beyond Societal ExpectationsIn this episode, I explore what it means to redefine success on your own terms, moving away from societal expectations. Join me as I break down the...
Episode 39: Building Resilience | The Key to Moving Forward Despite Challenges (SOLO Ep.)
In this episode, I dive into the concept of resilience and why it’s been the most important value for me in overcoming life’s challenges. I share personal stories of how resilience has helped me navigate difficult times and offer practical tips...
Episode 38: Breaking the Cycle of Addiction & Living w/ Purpose (SOLO EPISODE)
In this episode of Circumstantially Successful, I share my personal journey of overcoming addiction through inner work, discovering my true purpose, and committing my life to service. Join me as I reveal the challenges I faced, the transformati...
Episode 37: Charting Your Own Path: Overcoming Parental Expectations (SOLO EP)
Charting Your Own Path: Overcoming Parental ExpectationsIn this insightful episode, I delve into the profound impact of parental expectations on our lives and explore the journey of becoming our own person.Segmen...
Episode 36: Reflections - A Year in Review (SOLO: One Year Update Episode)
Join me for the one-year anniversary of my podcast as I embark on a reflective journey through the highs and lows of the past year. In this special episode, we delve into the transformative life changes experienced, the invaluable lessons learn...
Episode 35: Break Free & Stop Caring About What Others Think (Featuring Mary Beattie)
In this empowering episode of our podcast, we tackle the toxic habit of comparing ourselves to others and explore effective strategies to break free from its grip. With the rise of social media and constant connectivity, the pressure to measure...
Episode 34: What It Really Takes to Be AuthentIc (Featuring Sampson Dale)
Description:In this illuminating episode of "Circumstantially Successful," we embark on a profound exploration of what it truly means to be authentic in a world filled with expectations and pressures. Join host Brennan Hilleary and Guest Sa...
Episode 33: Listening to Our Body & Healing Diseases - Featuring Juliya Guthrie
Do you struggle with EDS, chronic illness, and/or feel as though you aren't being given the tools to become the healthiest version of yourself?Today's guest Juliya Guthrie has been there. In today's episode, Juliya opens up about her st...
Episode 32: From Burnt Out to Blessed - Sam Myers and His Entrepreneurship Journey
For todays episode, I had the honor of speaking with Sam Myers about his courageous journey of leaving his corporate job to pursue his passion for personal training. Sam's story is a true testament to faith, perseverance, and the blessings that...
Episode 31: 8 Steps For Creating Balance in Your Life (Solo Episode)
In today's SOLO episode, I talk about the true meaning of BALANCE, and highlight the 8 steps you can take TODAY to start creating an authentic & balanced life for yourself. The steps highlighted in today's episode are the EXACT steps I have...
Episode 30: A Practical Guide to Living a Life of LOVE Instead of EGO ft/ Freddy Jackson
Episode 30 is a good one! I had the privilege of speaking with Freddy Jackson, AKA Mr. Love No Ego. Join us as we explore the power of living a life filled with love instead of ego. Discover practical tips and inspiring stories tha...
Episode 29: Letting Go of Guilt From the Past & Using It as Fuel For Your Future (Ft. Oliver Smith)
Today's episode features Oliver Smith. Oliver is a personal trainer, Studio Manager at Orange Theory Fitness, fitness fanatic, and marathon runner. Oliver shares his struggles with substance abuse, people pleasing, hitting rock bottom, and how ...
Episode 28: Reacting VS Responding & Living a Purposeful Life Ft. Ky Frames
What does it mean to live a purposeful life, and how do we start creating it for ourselves? On today's episode, Ky Frames talks about her struggles with anger, the burden of growing up way too fast, her experiences with heartbreak, and what it ...
Episode 27: Bridging the Gap Between Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Fitness Ft. Jacob Broz
On today's episode, Jacob Broz shares how his passion for serving others, health & fitness, and self improvement fuels him in his entrepreneurship journey. Jacob talks about his struggles with perfectionism, anger management, living up to h...
Episode 26: The Hero's Journey (Using Pain to Serve) Ft. YAH'Mikha"El
In today's episode, we have a special guest, YAH'Mikha"El! He shares how he went from a life of poverty, violence, abuse, and prison to a life of abundance, healing, entrepreneurship, and service. I hope you all enjoy our conversation a...
Episode 25: The REAL Meaning of Faith Ft. Chris Palomarez
In today's episode, we have a special guest, Chris Palomarez, AKA the Bald Bandit, joining us to discuss the REAL meaning of faith. Chris is a Bodybuilder, Coach,, and Entrepreneur who has dedicated his life to helping others unde...
Episode 24: The Power of Servant Leadership Feat. John Maler
On today's episode, John Maler and Brennan talk all things leadership! Specifically, they talk about servant leadership, and the impact it has had on their careers / personal lives. Todays guest, John Maler, has had 10 plus years o...