Today we're diving into the power of leaning into the future, embracing your future self, and becoming an alpha in order to win in life with my guest, Ashton Levarek.Ashton will reveal the importance of reframing our memories and interpretations, using positive visualization, and how to measure progress toward becoming our ideal selves. We’ll also explore the concept of being an alpha and its impact on our lives.Ashton is a retired Air Force Special Warfare Pararescue Jumper with over 14 combat deployments and has a bachelor’s degree in Sports, Health, and Science. He is a managing partner for Valkere Investment Group and has over $90 million in real estate under management.  He also hosts The Art of Winning Podcast.Ashton is passionate about living his best life and helping others do the same, and providing a financial platform that allows people the freedom to pursue their true passions and full potential.__________Book a FREE 30-minute call with Philip here.__________Today you’ll learn all about:[2:31] Ashton's past experiences and how they shaped his approach to winning in life[6:40] The problem of living in the past and how it can hold us back from making progress[10:25] The value of our past experiences and how they can help us improve and grow[14:20] Measuring and tracking progress towards becoming our future self and adjusting strategies as needed[18:55] High performers who identify with their future selves and constantly strive for personal growth[26:56] Lisa credits Philip's coaching for her 17-lb weight loss and gives him a grateful shout-out[27:40] Reframing interpretations of memories and their significance to our present selves[31:20] Principles for  sustainable and long-lasting personal growth[32:40] Developing mental resilience when faced with failures[35:01] Utilizing visualization techniques to counteract negative thoughts and envision a better reality[42:10] Approaches to talking to and engaging with our future selves[47:17] Identifying and addressing the gaps between our present and future selves[52:55] Being an alpha and its importance in living a fulfilling life[55:05] What question did Ashton wish Philip asked[56:51] Where can we learn more about Ashton[57:28] OutroEpisode resources:Ashton's website: www.valkeregroup.com? Win a prize by taking our Listener Survey! ? Support the show? Apply for 1-on-1 coaching!?‍? Schedule a FREE results breakthrough call with Philip? Join our Facebook community for accountability, live training/Q&As, & free challenges✉️ Join the FREE email list with insider strategies, bonus content, and exclusive articles!? Try MacroFactor for free with code WITSANDWEIGHTS. The only food logging app that adjusts to your metabolism!? Enjoyed this episode? Share it on social and follow/tag @witsandweights? Love the podcast? Leave a 5-star review? Send a Q&A voicemail