Redefining Wisdom

Ep. 085 - James Robbins - The Hidden Cost of Living a Life That Isn’t Yours

Daniel Cianci

James Robbins is a leadership expert, keynote speaker, and author of the best-selling Nine Minutes on Monday. His latest book, The Call to Climb, inspires people to overcome life’s obstacles and lead with purpose. With decades of experience training leaders across industries, James delivers actionable strategies to help individuals and organizations reach their highest potential.

Most people never pause long enough to ask the question: Is this really the life I want? In this powerful episode, I sit down with James to explore why so many people live lives out of alignment, stuck in fear, and numb to their inner voice. James shares the moment his body and soul both shut down, forcing him to face the truth: he had ignored the call to climb for far too long.

In this raw and honest conversation, we unpack what it really means to answer the call to climb, emotionally, spiritually, and practically. From childhood programming and societal expectations to anxiety, burnout, and hidden gifts, we dive deep into the patterns that keep us trapped in lives we don’t love… and how to finally break free.

This episode is more than a podcast; it’s a wake-up call.


In this episode, expect to learn:

  • How to recognize when your soul is calling for more
  • What the “Call to Climb” really means and why it matters
  • How anxiety, burnout & depression can be signals, not problems
  • Why your nervous system is stuck in survival mode
  • Why you can’t figure out what you want (and how to finally know)
  • What “soul alignment” looks like in real life
  • Why fear is the compass for personal growth
  • How to build a spiritual compass for your life
  • How to live authentically without blowing up your life
  • How to answer the call… without burning everything down
  • Plus much more


Follow James:

  • Website: https://iwillclimb.com
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesrobbins97/

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