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Ever been left off the invite, passed over for the role, or sidelined by people who “should” know your worth? We take a hard look at rejection—what it is, what it isn’t, and how to turn it from a wound into a waypoint. With stories from John 1, 1 Samuel 8, and the arc of Joseph, we unpack why rejection often reveals misalignment rather than inadequacy, and how that shift can restore peace and sharpen purpose in the middle of disappointment.

We walk through the character tests hidden in no’s: the pull to retaliate, the temptation to internalize, and the discipline of restraint. You’ll hear a practical framework for reframing pain without sugarcoating it—how to interpret instead of internalize, how to ask better questions that uncover redirection, and how to anchor your identity in something stronger than other people’s approval. From the oil-and-water metaphor to the pit-to-palace blueprint, we connect ancient wisdom to everyday moments at work, home, church, and community.

You’ll leave with clear steps to keep your peace under pressure: renewing your mind daily, refusing to clap back, staying rooted in purpose, and continuing to lead, create, and speak when doors close. If you’ve been told you’re “too much,” ignored by your own circle, or tired of shrinking to fit, this conversation will help you trade the need for consensus for conviction and move forward with calm confidence.

If this resonated, follow the show, subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@theycallmemistayu, and leave a five-star review on Apple Podcasts. Tell us: what closed door is redirecting you right now?

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At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

Hope you enjoyed our broadcast! If you would like to, or know someone who would like to be connected to Mista Yu as a future guest on one of our shows or to have him on your show or you think he's the perfect fit to be your new High Performance Coach, go here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/oneononewithmistayu

EveryDay Edge Free 30 minute Strategy: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/the-kitchen-sink

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What if the reason your goals keep stalling isn’t a lack of hustle, but a shaky identity underneath the grind? We explore how durable transformation starts from the inside out and why love, empathy, and design matter more than titles, likes, or busy calendars. When life gets loud, performance-based change falls apart. Identity-based change keeps standing.

We start by challenging the urge to measure worth by roles, applause, or bank accounts. You’ll hear why external mirrors can’t tell you who you are and how history proves that fragile identities crumble with the first serious shake. Then we get practical about the inner work: clearing out the old words that stuck, the labels you never asked for, and the stories you didn’t write but kept living. Think of it like foundation repair for the soul. Fresh paint fades; a solid base holds.

From there, we dig into alignment. Identity is what gets you out of bed at five when motivation is missing. It’s the difference between chasing and becoming. We share a simple weekly practice—“I am the kind of person who…”—to hardwire qualities like integrity, courage, and patience into your daily life. You’ll learn how to pick one behavior that contradicts your statement and replace it with a small, repeatable step that compounds. We also trace Peter’s arc from good intentions to a true identity shift, a blueprint for anyone who feels stuck between who they were and who they’re called to be.

If you’re ready to take the pen back and rewrite the story you live from, press play. Subscribe, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and share your “I am the kind of person who…” line with us—we’re reading every one. Let’s build change that lasts by becoming people who last.

WANT A SHOUT-OUT ON THE PODCAST? SEND Mista Yu a text at: (904) 867-4466. Leave your first name and the city you're reaching out to us from. We'll shout you out on the next Fan Mail episode.

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I know none of us have the answers but as a High Performance Coach, I place high value on taking small, consistent steps to find answers and purpose on this success journey. If you would like to explore some options or just give me a chance to help you regain your edge, book a free 30 minute strategy call here: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach.

At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

Hope you enjoyed our broadcast! If you would like to, or know someone who would like to be connected to Mista Yu as a future guest on one of our shows or to have him on your show or you think he's the perfect fit to be your new High Performance Coach, go here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/oneononewithmistayu

EveryDay Edge Free 30 minute Strategy: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/the-kitchen-sink

Hire Mista Yu as your next High Performance Coach: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach

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We can't wait to hear from you!

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People don’t argue with your intent; they react to your impact. Today we dig into the real heart of communication: creating shared meaning that moves relationships, teams, and communities forward. From the pitfalls of card-slinging “networking” to the quiet power of reflective listening, we share a practical and faith-centered blueprint for conversations that actually land.

We start by reframing communication as an exchange, not a broadcast. That shift changes how we prepare, how we listen, and how we speak under pressure. You’ll hear why honesty without love becomes a weapon, how over-emotion hijacks outcomes, and what it takes to replace the reply reflex with genuine understanding. We also explore prayer as two-way communication—asking and then waiting—so alignment guides your words at home and at work. Along the way we bring clear tools: mirroring statements to confirm understanding, rating your communication and validating it with outside feedback, and simple prompts leaders can use to improve clarity and psychological safety.

If you’ve ever wondered why a message falls flat, why conflict spirals, or why your “helpful” feedback gets defensive pushback, this conversation offers a way through. Expect real examples, story-driven insights, and actionable guidance rooted in timeless wisdom: be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger. Trade the urge to be heard for the commitment to be understood, and watch the tone of your home, your team, and your community shift.

Enjoyed the show? Subscribe, share with a friend who leads, and leave a review to help more people find the Inspiration Station. Then tell us: what communication habit are you changing first?

WANT A SHOUT-OUT ON THE PODCAST? SEND Mista Yu a text at: (904) 867-4466. Leave your first name and the city you're reaching out to us from. We'll shout you out on the next Fan Mail episode.

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I know none of us have the answers but as a High Performance Coach, I place high value on taking small, consistent steps to find answers and purpose on this success journey. If you would like to explore some options or just give me a chance to help you regain your edge, book a free 30 minute strategy call here: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach.

At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

Hope you enjoyed our broadcast! If you would like to, or know someone who would like to be connected to Mista Yu as a future guest on one of our shows or to have him on your show or you think he's the perfect fit to be your new High Performance Coach, go here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/oneononewithmistayu

EveryDay Edge Free 30 minute Strategy: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/the-kitchen-sink

Hire Mista Yu as your next High Performance Coach: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach

Landing Page: HTTPS://THEYCALLMEMISTAYU.WIXSITE.COM/THEY-CALL-ME-MISTA-Y

Linktree: LINKTR.EE/THEYCALLMEMISTAYU

We can't wait to hear from you!

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What if love isn’t something you keep, but something you carry? We take a hard look at the difference between a love that hoards attention and a love that renews people, places, and communities. The story starts with loss, doubt, and an unexpected calling to speak publicly despite being an introvert. From there, we draw a clear line between sentiment and sacrifice, asking what it takes for love to move beyond our comfort zones and into the lives that need it most.

We unpack a timeless portrait of love—patient, kind, resilient—and translate it into everyday choices. That means noticing when affection turns transactional, when we require others to earn what should be freely given, and when control masquerades as care. We explore the reservoir versus river analogy in detail: stagnant love breeds conditions and resentment, while flowing love gives life, purifies motives, and stays open to people outside the clique. Along the way, we discuss unearned grace, covenant-level commitment, and why identity and healthy margins are the hidden engines that keep love moving.

You’ll leave with practical reflection prompts to test your heart: where has love become a negotiation, are you giving from overflow or depletion, and what would it look like to let love flow freely again? If you’ve been craving a deeper, more grounded practice of love—one that reaches neighbors, friends, and strangers—this conversation offers a clear map and a gentle push forward. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs encouragement, and leave a review with your answer to the final question: what’s one step you’ll take to let love move?

Support the show

I know none of us have the answers but as a High Performance Coach, I place high value on taking small, consistent steps to find answers and purpose on this success journey. If you would like to explore some options or just give me a chance to help you regain your edge, book a free 30 minute strategy call here: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach.

At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

Hope you enjoyed our broadcast! If you would like to, or know someone who would like to be connected to Mista Yu as a future guest on one of our shows or to have him on your show or you think he's the perfect fit to be your new High Performance Coach, go here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/oneononewithmistayu

EveryDay Edge Free 30 minute Strategy: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/the-kitchen-sink

Hire Mista Yu as your next High Performance Coach: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach

Landing Page: HTTPS://THEYCALLMEMISTAYU.WIXSITE.COM/THEY-CALL-ME-MISTA-Y

Linktree: LINKTR.EE/THEYCALLMEMISTAYU

We can't wait to hear from you!

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Self-awareness can feel like a trendy slogan until life exposes how badly we need it. Today we dig into the hard stuff: why purpose questions keep returning, how unexamined motives shape our impact, and what changes when we stop “keeping it real” at the expense of people we claim to care about. We share a clear, practical path from vague introspection to concrete action, rooted in humility, accountability, and standards that do not bend to our moods.

We talk about purpose-driven growth, the danger of acting without understanding, and the painful truth that you cannot grow what you refuse to see. From the rock-in-the-crowd analogy to leadership failures caused by feedback blindness, we show how clarity works like washing a dirty windshield: the world doesn’t change, your sight does. We walk through habits, triggers, and blind spots, and why outside eyes, coaching, and honest friends reveal what comfort hides. Along the way, we revisit timeless wisdom on confession, responsibility, and the courage to ask for a deeper examination of the heart.

You’ll leave with a simple weekly audit to map your patterns, a framework for setting boundaries that protect your future, and a reminder that identity is not forged by trauma or postcode. Purpose, self-awareness, and leadership live or die on the same principle: insight must become practice. If the theme of your year is growth, start by cleaning the lens.

If this resonated, follow along for the series on accountability and identity, subscribe on your favorite platform, and leave a quick five-star review so more people can find the show. Then tell us: what’s one pattern you’ll audit this week?

WANT A SHOUT-OUT ON THE PODCAST? SEND Mista Yu a text at: (904) 867-4466. Leave your first name and the city you're reaching out to us from. We'll shout you out on the next Fan Mail episode.

Support the show

I know none of us have the answers but as a High Performance Coach, I place high value on taking small, consistent steps to find answers and purpose on this success journey. If you would like to explore some options or just give me a chance to help you regain your edge, book a free 30 minute strategy call here: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach.

At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

Hope you enjoyed our broadcast! If you would like to, or know someone who would like to be connected to Mista Yu as a future guest on one of our shows or to have him on your show or you think he's the perfect fit to be your new High Performance Coach, go here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/oneononewithmistayu

EveryDay Edge Free 30 minute Strategy: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/the-kitchen-sink

Hire Mista Yu as your next High Performance Coach: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach

Landing Page: HTTPS://THEYCALLMEMISTAYU.WIXSITE.COM/THEY-CALL-ME-MISTA-Y

Linktree: LINKTR.EE/THEYCALLMEMISTAYU

We can't wait to hear from you!

SEND US A TEXT. Drop Mista Yu a text at: (904) 867-4466 or (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2378778/open_sms). Leave your first name and the city you're reaching out to us from. We'll respond to your message on the next Fan Mail episode and give you the biggest shoutout. Every message you send to me matters. WANT A SHOUT-OUT ON THE PODCAST?

What if the most radical way to reclaim peace is to stop carrying battles that were never yours? We explore why “mind your own business” isn’t cold indifference but mature stewardship that restores focus, strengthens character, and builds the kind of peace that lasts.

We start by reframing a street lesson through a biblical lens: manage what’s entrusted to you before critiquing someone else’s garden. From 1 Thessalonians 4:11 to Proverbs’ warning about grabbing a dog by the ears, we connect ancient wisdom to modern life, where outrage cycles, gossip threads, and comparison hijack attention. I share the carpenter story—builders don’t argue with non-builders—and how chasing approval derails mission. We also dig into a hidden driver: unhealed rejection. That ache for validation often turns into overinvolvement, unsolicited advice, and stacked roles that look like service but siphon energy from your true assignment.

You’ll walk away with five grounded practices to protect your peace and sharpen your purpose: set emotional boundaries, write your goals and your why, respond instead of react, curate a circle that elevates you, and embrace quiet progress over public broadcasting. Along the way, we revisit shalom—peace as wholeness, nothing missing, nothing broken—and why integrity means carrying your own load rather than everyone else’s. This is a call to alignment over approval, clarity over noise, and steady bricklaying over performative commentary. Let your peace preach louder than your opinions, keep building when distractions shout, and measure success by faithful stewardship of what God placed in your hands.

If this speaks to you, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs focus today, and leave a quick review telling us one boundary you’re setting this week. Your peace matters—what will you protect fir

WANT A SHOUT-OUT ON THE PODCAST? SEND Mista Yu a text at: (904) 867-4466. Leave your first name and the city you're reaching out to us from. We'll shout you out on the next Fan Mail episode.

Support the show

I know none of us have the answers but as a High Performance Coach, I place high value on taking small, consistent steps to find answers and purpose on this success journey. If you would like to explore some options or just give me a chance to help you regain your edge, book a free 30 minute strategy call here: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach.

At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

Hope you enjoyed our broadcast! If you would like to, or know someone who would like to be connected to Mista Yu as a future guest on one of our shows or to have him on your show or you think he's the perfect fit to be your new High Performance Coach, go here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/oneononewithmistayu

EveryDay Edge Free 30 minute Strategy: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/the-kitchen-sink

Hire Mista Yu as your next High Performance Coach: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach

Landing Page: HTTPS://THEYCALLMEMISTAYU.WIXSITE.COM/THEY-CALL-ME-MISTA-Y

Linktree: LINKTR.EE/THEYCALLMEMISTAYU

We can't wait to hear from you!

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Ever feel like your peace keeps leaking no matter how much you “unplug”? We go straight to the source: the inputs that shape your inner life. Eyes and ears are gates to the heart, and the heart drives your words, choices, and leadership. When we treat media, conversations, and constant noise as harmless, we end up reinforcing the very mindsets we’re trying to escape. Think of Israel’s 11-day journey that stretched into 40 years—distance wasn’t the problem; legacy mindsets were. The same drift happens when we accept labels others speak over us, call trauma “mine,” or binge content that muddies our lens.

We unpack the difference between good things and God things, why a flicker of excitement is a poor foundation for big projects, and how leaders invite consequences when they stop guarding their focus. From David and Bathsheba to the farmer’s fields, you’ll hear how neglect is as dangerous as poison: if you don’t choose what gets planted, the environment will decide for you. That’s why redirected focus matters. You don’t overcome darkness by studying it—you turn on better light. We share practical, simple practices: a media audit with one piercing question, conversation upgrades that trade gossip for growth, and a daily detox that renews your inner atmosphere in minutes.

This is an invitation to curate your world without hiding from it, to fight for peace rather than wait for it, and to clean your inner window so reality stops looking darker than it is. Choose inputs that are true, noble, and lovely; build circles that speak life and challenge compromise; and guard the gates that form your beliefs. If this sparked something in you, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs a nudge to protect their peace, and leave a five-star review so more people can find the show. What’s one input you’re cutting—or one you’re choosi

WANT A SHOUT-OUT ON THE PODCAST? SEND Mista Yu a text at: (904) 867-4466. Leave your first name and the city you're reaching out to us from. We'll shout you out on the next Fan Mail episode.

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I know none of us have the answers but as a High Performance Coach, I place high value on taking small, consistent steps to find answers and purpose on this success journey. If you would like to explore some options or just give me a chance to help you regain your edge, book a free 30 minute strategy call here: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach.

At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

Hope you enjoyed our broadcast! If you would like to, or know someone who would like to be connected to Mista Yu as a future guest on one of our shows or to have him on your show or you think he's the perfect fit to be your new High Performance Coach, go here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/oneononewithmistayu

EveryDay Edge Free 30 minute Strategy: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/the-kitchen-sink

Hire Mista Yu as your next High Performance Coach: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach

Landing Page: HTTPS://THEYCALLMEMISTAYU.WIXSITE.COM/THEY-CALL-ME-MISTA-Y

Linktree: LINKTR.EE/THEYCALLMEMISTAYU

We can't wait to hear from you!

SEND US A TEXT. Drop Mista Yu a text at: (904) 867-4466 or (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2378778/open_sms). Leave your first name and the city you're reaching out to us from. We'll respond to your message on the next Fan Mail episode and give you the biggest shoutout. Every message you send to me matters. WANT A SHOUT-OUT ON THE PODCAST?

What if the very habits that make your faith look strong are the ones keeping you from real connection with God? We open up a candid, practical conversation about the quiet war between religion and relationship—and why the difference can change everything from your peace of mind to the way you love people at home and at work.

We start by exposing the limits of ritual: how checklists promise certainty but can leave the soul empty when pressure hits. A stark real-world image—a tower raised on a compromised foundation—sets the stage for the spiritual teardown many of us avoid. From there, we press into core themes: intimacy over performance, grace over guilt, and a living friendship with God that reshapes motives, rhythms, and choices. Along the way, we unpack the rich young ruler’s unfilled life, the trap of spiritual busyness, and the subtle ways performance creeps into church, family, and creative work.

You’ll hear concrete steps for shifting from routine to relationship: surrendering control, practicing unhurried prayer that listens as much as it speaks, reading scripture for encounter rather than ammunition, sitting in silence to let God rewrite anxious stories, and rooting yourself in honest community that values fruit over flash. We frame these practices as doors to walk through, not grades to earn. By the end, you’ll have a roadmap to rebuild on grace—less frantic effort, more steady joy, and a faith that carries weight when life gets heavy.

If this resonates, share it with someone who’s tired of doing more and feeling less. Subscribe at Apple Podcasts and leave a five-star review here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/they-call-me-mista-yu/id1535535535

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Tell us: what was your turning point

WANT A SHOUT-OUT ON THE PODCAST? SEND Mista Yu a text at: (904) 867-4466. Leave your first name and the city you're reaching out to us from. We'll shout you out on the next Fan Mail episode.

Support the show

I know none of us have the answers but as a High Performance Coach, I place high value on taking small, consistent steps to find answers and purpose on this success journey. If you would like to explore some options or just give me a chance to help you regain your edge, book a free 30 minute strategy call here: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach.

At the end of it, I am convinced that you will be inspired to do greater works than you ever imagined. Thank you!

-Mista Yu

Hope you enjoyed our broadcast! If you would like to, or know someone who would like to be connected to Mista Yu as a future guest on one of our shows or to have him on your show or you think he's the perfect fit to be your new High Performance Coach, go here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/oneononewithmistayu

EveryDay Edge Free 30 minute Strategy: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/the-kitchen-sink

Hire Mista Yu as your next High Performance Coach: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/everydayedgecoach

Landing Page: HTTPS://THEYCALLMEMISTAYU.WIXSITE.COM/THEY-CALL-ME-MISTA-Y

Linktree: LINKTR.EE/THEYCALLMEMISTAYU

We can't wait to hear from you!