Uncomfortable Wisdom is the podcast for people who are tired of shallow takes and self-help clichés.
Hosted by Daniel Boyd, a former military engineer with multiple war zone deployments and a background in rehabilitation counseling, this show blends lived experience with peer-reviewed research to dig deep into what really drives human growth.
From trauma and identity to Spiral Dynamics, narcissism, and meaning-making, this is where insight is uncomfortable, and growth finally gets real.
I built this channel on one principle: Truth should be free.
There are no sponsors, no ads, and no clickbait. Just raw, evidence-backed content meant to challenge your thinking and sharpen your self-awareness.
Sources for episodes are in the description. Don’t take my word for it: read the studies, run your own mental simulations, and decide what fits.
Most people aren’t self-aware. The ones who want to be? This show’s for them.
🔗 Find everything else here: linktr.ee/askinformationforlife
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Big Update 🚨
I’ve changed the branding for the channel. Instead of using my face for the profile picture, I’ve switched to a symbol-driven image that reflects what the i4L Podcast is all about: clarity, grit, and navigating the chaos of life.
Why the shift?
Because this project isn’t about me, it’s about *you*. It’s about cutting through noise, asking better questions, and finding the signal in a world full of static. The cracked mask, compass, and carved textures speak louder than any headshot ever could.
The background now carries the same weight: “Uncomfortable Wisdom for a Better Life.” It’s not just a tagline, it’s the core of what we do here. Hard truths, grounded research, dark humor, and a path toward clarity.
Think of this as moving from personality-driven to mission-driven. The branding now matches the heart of the message.
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New Cover Art for a New Season!
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OK! Part 12 of 12 is now released! 🎉
This wraps up the 12-part series on Cutting the Crap in 2025: What It Takes to Actually Level Up. If you’ve made it this far; respect. If you’re just now seeing this and thinking about skipping around… well, that says more about you than it does about the series.
Listen: This isn’t a "pick and choose" type of thing. Every episode builds on the last. You wouldn’t skip half a workout and expect results, so don’t cherry-pick life-changing insights and think you’ll get the full impact.
Each episode is short, 5-18 minutes max—so if you can’t commit to that, then let’s be honest… you weren’t gonna commit to real change anyway.
🔹 Also, quick note on audio: You’ll hear a mix of recordings—some on my DJI Lavalier mics while walking around the house, some on my SM7dB. So yeah, there are some differences in sound, I myself was surprised at the difference, but if you’re focusing on that instead of the message, you’ve already missed the point.
🚀 So, are you actually gonna level up, or just say you will?
👉 Start from Episode 1. Do the work.
Let me know what hit hardest for you in the comments.
#LevelUp #NoExcuses #Mindset #CutTheCrap2025
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"Part 7 of 12: The Psychology of People Who Can't Take Accountability" had gotten cut off before the conclusion; it was a rendering error on my end. Fixed!
I also updated "Part 5 of 12: When Strength is Just Noise" after some feedback that the music choice was a bit distracting with the bouncy music and the horns. Fixed!
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🚨 Important Update: Staying with Our Original Channel 🏠
Dear followers and potential listeners of Information for Life (I4L) with Tips to Greatness,
We recently announced the creation of this channel, but after careful consideration, we've decided to continue using our original channel at youtube.com/@BoydSmash/podcasts. 🎥
🔙 We're returning to our roots to keep things simple and focus our energy on creating great content rather than managing multiple channels.
📺 You can find all our podcast episodes and video content on the BoydSmash Podcasts channel.
🎧 Remember, I4L is available on virtually every major podcast platform. Just search for "i4L podcast" on your preferred app or Google.
🚫💰 We're committed to keeping our content free and unmonetized. Knowledge should be accessible to all!
📚 Check out "Unlocking Life Volume 1" on Amazon here: amzn.eu/d/0cVHphlV, or grab the free version (same content, the free version just has low-resolution images and a watermark; it is ADA and screen-reader compliant) from here: drive.google.com/file/d/1_OkYf9tQVKV6KmtESfoZjuu1D…
🌳 For all our resources, visit: linktr.ee/askinformationforlife
Thank you for your understanding and support. We look forward to continuing our journey with you on our original channel! 🙏🌟
Warm regards,
The Information for Life (I4L) Team
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Exciting News: Our Podcast Has a New Home! 🎉
Hello, dear listeners and supporters of Information for Life (I4L) with Tips to Greatness! We have some important and exciting news to share with you. In our continuous effort to enhance your listening and viewing experience, we're moving our podcast from our current YouTube location at [ *BoydSmash Podcasts* ](youtube.com/@BoydSmash/podcasts) to a brand-new channel specifically dedicated to I4L, which you can find here: [ *I4L - Information For Life* ](youtube.com/@I4L-InformationForLife/videos).
Why the move? It's all about providing you with the best content in the clearest way possible. The new channel will be focused solely on the videos we've thoughtfully rendered out for you. This move allows us to streamline our content under one cohesive brand and account, making it easier for you to find, enjoy, and share the insights and strategies we discuss on our podcast.
But don't worry, for those who follow our podcast via RSS feed, nothing will change. The old location will continue to update with our podcast episodes just as before, accommodating everyone's preferred way of tuning in. The primary difference is that the new YouTube channel will exclusively feature our video content, separating the automatically imported episodes via RSS feed from the ones we've specially crafted for the video format.
This change is part of our ongoing efforts to grow and adapt, ensuring that we continue to offer valuable, life-enhancing content in the most accessible and user-friendly way. We're excited about this next step in our journey and grateful for the opportunity to keep sharing our passion for personal growth, ethical living, and self-actualization with you.
Thank you for your continued support, enthusiasm, and feedback, which inspire us every day. Please subscribe to the new channel, [I4L - Information For Life](youtube.com/@I4L-InformationForLife/videos), and let's continue this incredible journey together. Remember, your journey towards greatness is just a click away! For more information, sites, tests, etc., please see our LinkTree here: linktr.ee/askinformationforlife
Warm regards,
The Information for Life (I4L) Team
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All moved into my new house with my partner, and more episodes are written but still getting the recording studio set up. New cover art for a new season!
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📣 Community Update: Exciting News and the Brief Pause! 📣
Hey, wonderful community! I hope this message finds you all in good health and high spirits.
I wanted to share some exciting news with you. As some of you know, I've been working tirelessly on the first volume of the "Unlocking Life" series. It's been an incredible journey of research, writing, and pouring my heart into every page.
I'm thrilled to announce that the first volume of "Unlocking Life" will be launching on Amazon as a softcover and ebook on December 1st! 📚✨
However, to ensure that the launch goes smoothly and to focus on delivering the best possible content, I've been slowing down the release schedule of the podcast temporarily. I promise it's just a short pause, and we'll be back with more thought-provoking episodes soon!
I want to thank each and every one of you for your continuous support and enthusiasm for "Information for Life - Insights and Ideas to Navigate Your World." Your engagement and feedback mean the world to me, and I can't wait to share this new chapter of the series with you.
Stay tuned for more updates, and mark your calendars for December 1st when "Unlocking Life" Volume 1 becomes available on Amazon. 🗓️📖
I will also be moving into my brand new house soon as the build is nearly complete, so there might be a short break. I have around twelve (12) more podcasts to release, just gotta get them recorded :D. Turns out that social media is a wealth of topics on how people handle things badly. Thank you for your understanding, and I can't wait to continue this incredible journey with all of you!
Warm regards,
Daniel Boyd
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Accidentally deleted the Information for Life playlist. Recreated it, but you may need to resubscribe, unfortunately.
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Working on a new project! I'm a very solution-focused guy and lately have been doing a lot of research and writing about various topics that have come up between friends or even randomly on FaceBook. I figured, "Hey, why not turn these into a podcast!" So, I've started building a playlist called "Information for Life" I'm going to upload new videos when I can. I'm keeping them simple: 10 second Intro, a talk about the topic along with solutions, sources, etc., and 10 second Outro. I post my sources in the description so you can look them up yourself for validation or further reading! Hope this ends up helping someone. If it helps just one person, it's worth it to me :)
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