Life Is Hard—Quitting Makes It Harder

In this episode, Justin Estes discusses victim mentality through a recent experience with a potential client who declined to join the gym. The individual expressed exhaustion and frustration, framing exercise as an unnecessary burden. Justin contrasts this mindset with the true purpose of training: preparing for life’s inevitable hardships.

He shares a story about his son playing checkers with his grandfather, illustrating the importance of perseverance rather than quitting when challenged. Justin explains that in life we all face two options:

Resignation – Accepting struggles passively, which accelerates decline and reduces joy.

Resilience – Choosing to face difficulty, maintain discipline, and embrace discomfort in ways that ultimately extend health, independence, and fulfillment.

Drawing from years of coaching, Justin highlights how small, consistent choices—like eating well, exercising, and avoiding harmful habits—lead to long-term vitality. He concludes by encouraging listeners to reject the victim mindset, choose their suffering wisely, and take ownership of their health and life outcomes.