The Little Choice That Is Destroying You
One small decision you make every day is quietly shaping your health, your mindset, your productivity, and your future.
Most people don’t notice it.
Most people don’t question it.
Most people repeat it — for years.
Until they look back and realize how much it cost them.
In the 6th episode of The Middle Class Podcast, Moshe Alpert, CFP®, sits down with Jon Shetrit, founder of AlphaDad, for a raw and honest conversation about discipline, personal responsibility, health, and the internal decisions that determine whether someone slowly declines — or completely transforms their life.
Jon works with CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, rabbis, and professionals who appear successful on the outside — yet privately struggle with energy, clarity, and control.
Because the real threat isn’t lack of intelligence.
It isn’t lack of opportunity.
It’s the accumulation of small decisions that slowly weaken your body, your confidence, and your direction.
This episode explains how to take control back — starting now.
No hype. No shortcuts. Just the truth about how change actually happens.
⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps
00:00 — The little choice that is destroying you
03:14 — Why health and financial stability are deeply connected
08:20 — Why successful people still feel stuck and unhappy
15:22 — The hidden cost of distraction
23:45 — How small decisions shape your identity and future
31:10 — Why people neglect their own health and well-being
39:02 — The moment real change begins
46:50 — The elevator vs. stairs decision explained
54:30 — Why honesty with yourself changes everything
01:02:15 — How to rebuild discipline, strength, and momentum
01:10:40 — The AlphaDad transformation philosophy
📌 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
Why discipline and health are foundational to financial and personal stability
How distraction is silently destroying productivity, confidence, and clarity
Why successful people still struggle with fulfillment and control
The psychological reason most people stay stuck — even when they want change
How small daily decisions compound into massive long-term consequences
Why personal responsibility is the starting point for transformation
How to rebuild momentum physically, mentally, and professionally
How to create lasting change instead of temporary motivation
🧠 Quotes from the Episode
“No one is coming to save you. Either you take control, or nothing changes.”
“The small decisions you make every day determine the trajectory of your life.”
“You don’t need a new life. You need new standards.”
“The moment you become honest with yourself, everything changes.”
👤 About the Guest
Jon Shetrit is the founder of AlphaDad, a transformation program focused on helping individuals rebuild strength, discipline, and control through physical training, mindset development, and lifestyle transformation.
Jon works with CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals seeking lasting change — not temporary motivation — by addressing both physical and mental foundations of performance.
Follow Jon and learn more:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uproarwithjon
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jon.shetrit
Website: https://www.alphadadtransformation.com
💼 About the Host
Moshe Alpert, CLU®, CFP®, ChFC®, RICP®, AEP®
Founder & CEO of Ceremian Financial.
Moshe helps families, professionals, and business owners make clear, values-based financial decisions around income growth, protection, and long-term stability.
Learn more: https://ceremianfinancial.com
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📧 Email: middleclassalpert@gmail.com
🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3j5CZsshpbtkil5rS3sVs7?si=3Kg45qm5QbSfhtIy2W2mWg
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-middle-class/id1860379434
🎛️ Production Credits
Produced & Edited by: BIG Productions – Gidon Orman
Contact: gi@bigprod.net
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