As you may have noticed, I haven’t posted any content in two weeks. Before you throw shots my way, let me explain. Right now, there are so many amazing moving parts happening simultaneously—so many things I’ve been working for, wishing for, and praying for are now being presented to me, all at once. And though it’s so beautiful, so exciting, and I’m so grateful, I’d be lying if I said I don’t feel extremely overwhelmed.

Over the past two weeks, I’ve been searching for a new home within my desired locations of Topanga and Malibu Canyon—a place that will serve as the launching pad for this project, this mission. I’ve been shopping for beautiful, inspiration-worthy mid-century furniture and looking for the best deal on a car I’ve had pinned to my mental goal board for the past three years—all while maintaining my active streams of income. I’m in the fortunate position of being able to start aligning my external world with my internal state of being; and I don’t share all this to boast but as an introspective moment of self-reflection.

If there’s something I’ve noticed about this moment in time, it’s that the idea of having what you want is so much easier to hold than actually holding that dream in your hands. There’s a mental weight to an idea, but there’s an energetic and emotional weight to having that idea materialize. When it’s just an idea, the responsibility is solely to yourself. But when the idea materializes, the responsibilities now include others.

The home, the furniture, the car—it’s all for me, but none of it is the actual target. It’s merely just stuff that enhances my surroundings and induces creativity so I can continue to build better and build bigger. It’s me creating a set that serves as the stage for my next act, but it’s not the actual play. I understand that these are all amazing stressors, and I recognize what a gift it is to have these types of “problems.” Nevertheless, these actualized goals are causing me tension, which makes me wonder how I’ll feel when I’m actually holding the big stuff—the important stuff that truly matters. The ideas and dreams I have for community building and leading people to the sunshine. What’s the weight I’ll feel when I’m a wonderful husband? When I’m a present and loving father? When I’m a recognizable symbol of hope, encouragement, and love?

So here's the question: Are you truly prepared for what you want? It’s easy to dream big and chase after success, but have you taken the time to reflect on whether you’re really ready for it? Success isn’t just about the rewards, the recognition, or the validation—it comes with a responsibility. A responsibility to yourself, to your craft, and to the people you serve. So, before you rush forward, ask yourself: Am I truly prepared to handle all that comes with success?

It’s important to realize that achieving your goals is only part of the equation. What comes next can be overwhelming if you’re not mentally, emotionally, and physically ready for it. Success means more decisions, more attention, and more of yourself being shared with the world. Are you ready to keep showing up consistently? Are you prepared to handle the demands of your ambitions, even when things get tough or uncertain?

It’s easy to focus on the excitement of reaching your destination, but what about the work required to maintain it once you're there? With success comes the need for strategy, discipline, and resilience. Your time, energy, and focus become more valuable than ever. Are you prepared to manage the new expectations that will come your way? The more you achieve, the more responsibility you have to your vision, your team, and your audience.

Success can be isolating at times, and it requires personal growth in ways you might not expect. You might find that you’ll have to leave some things behind—old habits, outdated mindsets, or even relationships that no longer serve your growth. Success doesn’t wait for you to catch up; it pushes you to evolve constantly. Are you prepared to leave your comfort zone and step into a new version of yourself, one that can manage the challenges ahead?

The truth is, many people chase success without fully understanding what it takes to sustain it. It’s not enough to simply want it; you have to be ready for it. If you’re not prepared for the grind, the sacrifices, and the constant evolution, you might find yourself overwhelmed or unfulfilled once you reach your goals. This isn’t meant to discourage you; it’s a call to introspection. Are you truly ready for what you’re working toward?

Take a moment to reflect. Ask yourself if you’re prepared to receive success—not just the good parts but also the weight it carries. Ask yourself if you’re willing to take on the responsibility that comes with the life you’re envisioning. Because when you’re truly ready, you won’t just achieve success—you’ll embody it, with the strength and mindset to sustain it for the long haul. Paying close attention to the little wins and learning to expect the good rather than living in the bad is how you build awareness. That’s what I’m choosing to do. I’m teaching myself to stop looking for “what’s wrong” and start searching for “what’s right.”

I also want to touch on something else quickly: If you’re like me and had a childhood filled with uncertainty, or lived in an environment of lack where there was no sense of security or safety, it makes complete sense why we often recreate that same experience as adults. Whether it’s financial uncertainty or a lack of safety in relationships, we were programmed to find comfort in what was familiar—even if it was uncomfortable.

So, the idea of abundance, of great people and opportunities, takes work. It requires reprogramming yourself and building trust and authentic confidence in the beautiful human that you are. The more familiar you become with the good, the more good will find you. I’ve literally had to—and continue to—train myself to be receptive and responsive to amazing opportunities. Whether in my professional or personal life, I have to train myself not to be shocked when amazing things come my way.

Why? Because I’ve become a certain type of amazing person who deserves a certain type of amazing life. And so do you.

-Danny