The Trent Shelton Podcast

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Let me tell you something straight up, the world is not going to slow down so you can figure it out. People are not going to pause their lives so you can build yours, and at some point you have to get real with yourself.

In this episode I am challenging you to drop the excuses, not next week, not next year, now.

We have all been through things, pain is real, trauma is real, setbacks are real. But you cannot keep using what hurt you as the reason you stay stuck. At some point you have to decide that your future deserves more than your excuses.

If you keep blaming your circumstances, your past, or other people for where you are, you are giving away your power. And you need to understand something, you are stronger than that.

Do not let this year be another year of almost. Do not let it be another year of talking about what you are going to do. Do not let it be another year controlled by a victim mindset.

This is your wake up call. Take responsibility, take ownership, take your life back.

The world is not stopping, the question is, are you ready to stop playing small.

Let’s get it.

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This is the time of year when most people quit, they let distractions win, they stop chasing the life they said they wanted, but quitting isn’t an option, success doesn’t wait, and your dreams aren’t on pause, so in this episode, Trent challenges you to stand on your promises, take relentless action, and push harder than ever before.

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HEY REHABBERS:

Today’s episode gets real about something we’ve all dealt with, fake friends. The ones who show up when it’s convenient and disappear when you actually need them. We’re breaking down how to spot them, why they move the way they do, and how to protect your peace from relationships that drain you.

I’m sharing personal lessons, real life experiences, and practical tools to help you identify who’s truly for you and who’s only around for what they can get. Because real situations always expose fake people, and your peace is too valuable to gamble with.

What we cover:

How fake friendships drain your energy and impact your mental health

Clear warning signs of fake behavior

The psychology behind why people act fake

Setting boundaries without guilt

Letting go gracefully and making room for real connections

Reminder:

Longevity doesn’t equal loyalty. Protect your peace, trust your intuition, and stop giving access to people who don’t respect your heart.

If this episode hit home, take a look at who’s in your circle, and don’t be afraid to choose peace over familiarity. Share this with someone who needs it, and keep building the relationships you deserve.

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HEY REHABBERS:

It’s almost February, and it’s time to get real.

You started the year with fire. You had goals, dreams, and promises. But maybe somewhere along the way, you lost focus. You fell off. You stopped showing up for yourself.

In this no-excuses episode, I deliver a wake-up call for anyone ready to recommit to their vision, reignite their consistency, and take control of 2026 from here on out.

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Most people don’t realize they’re running life instead of designing it. In this episode, Trent breaks down the difference between surviving and truly creating, and why your life will stay the same if you don’t make the shift. You’ll learn the seven hidden habits that keep you stuck, how to rewire your mind for change, and the steps to start building the life you actually want.

Stop just getting through, start building something real. It all begins with you, and it all starts now.