The Journal
Words for action takers.
Stories on courage, focus, kindness and building something that matters.
Latest · September 22, 2026
The Most Important Thing About Empowered Elixir Isn't an Ingredient
A message on the back of a taxi seat changed my day years ago. That's why there are hidden reminders on every can.
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September 8, 2026
Kindness Is Not Weakness. It's a Superpower.
Leave people better than you found them. Those moments seem small. They aren't — they compound.
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August 11, 2026
In the Age of AI, Authenticity Is the Advantage
Perfection is becoming cheap. Authenticity is becoming priceless.
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July 14, 2026
What If Opportunities Aren't Missing... You're Just Not Seeing Them?
Your brain filters the world by what matters most to you. Change the question, and you start to see a different world.
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June 9, 2026
Don't Let Competition Stop You
Competition isn't proof that you shouldn't start. It's proof that people care.
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May 12, 2026
Think for Yourself. The World Needs More of That.
Changing your mind isn't weakness. It's one of the bravest things a person can do.
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April 14, 2026
Distraction Is Stealing the Life You're Trying to Build
The Empowered Audit: one week, one question, and a clearer picture of whether today's choices are taking you where you want to go.
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March 10, 2026
Fear Isn't a Stop Sign. It's a Compass.
Leaving law, moving countries, and chasing every fear I could find — why courage comes after the jump, not before it.
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February 10, 2026
Everything Is Hard. Choose Your Hard.
You'll carry a burden either way. The question isn't how to avoid hardship, it's which hardship is worth enduring.
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January 13, 2026
Better Never Stops
What's new inside every can: Michigan co-packing, more Himalayan pink salt, one less ingredient, and full transparency on every dose.
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September 13, 2023
Productivity 101
In today’s fast-paced world, staying productive and focused can be challenging. People often turn to caffeine and other energy drinks to keep themselves going throughout the day. However, these…
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September 5, 2023
Meet Daniel “Jungleman” Cates
We’re excited to introduce our readers to one of the most successful professional poker players in the world, Dan “Jungleman ” Cates. Known for his unconventional style and fearless play, Cates has…
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August 13, 2023
Top Vegan-Friendly Ingredients for Studying
Studying for long periods of time can be mentally draining and exhausting. Staying focused and alert can be a real challenge, especially when you’re under pressure to perform well. Fortunately, there…
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April 12, 2023
Meet Chandler Haider
Extreme sport athlete who does professional freestyle motocross, motocross racing, BMX, Skydiving & BASE jumping. I’ve had the sincere pleasure to sit down with Chandler and dive into his passion,…
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March 16, 2023
Tell me about your passion in life. What sets your soul on fire?
Meet Drew Garcia: parachute rigger and skydiving/base jumping coach in California. Give him a follow on Instagram @Baseadilla for amazing skydiving and base jumping content.
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March 7, 2023
Living a fulfilled life is a combination…
“Living a fulfilled life is a combination of living with intention, pursuing your passions with purpose, and experiencing all that life has to offer by living full out.” – Tony Robbins
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May 8, 2022
More than an energy drink
Empowered Elixir is so much more than an energy drink. It contains clinically proven ingredients to improve focus, performance, and mood. We use premium organic ingredients like L-Theanine,…
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April 11, 2022
Your Daily Caffeine Without The Jitters
There’s no doubt that the whole world has an obsession with caffeine. Pull up to any big named coffee franchise, and you’re likely to run into a line of customers waiting for their morning wake-up…
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February 3, 2022
Empowering Rituals To Supercharge Your Day
There’s no doubt that your daily habits have the power to change your entire life. Our daily rituals have the power to either empower us or hinder our productivity and keep us from attaining our…
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November 21, 2021
The Deep Dive: 3 Benefits of Ashwagandha
We all want to feel our best so why not look to Ashwagandha (prounounced: “aash·wuh·gaan·duh”). An adaptogen derived from the Ashwagandha plant that grows in India, the Middle East and parts of…
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November 17, 2021
The Deeper Dive: L-Theanine & Caffeine
Why do you drink energy drinks or coffee? Is it part of your morning ritual? Do you use it to keep up with the hard work of being a parent? To help you crush it at the gym? To get you to focus on…
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November 2, 2021
Contentment-high vs. Jittery-high: Empowered Elixir is a different kind of energy drink
We’re excited to share this game changer with you! Finally an energy drink without the calories, added sugar, artificial flavors, colorants and preservatives that is powerful & effective.
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