In this inspiring episode of Inner Light, with host Aanya, we sit down with Polish Peter Kolat, an author, speaker, and transformational coach who journeyed from a 14-year-old immigrant in Detroit with no English to a successful entrepreneur known as “the Polish Tony Robbins.” Peter opens up about the cultural shock of starting over, the power of perseverance, and how hitting rock bottom became the catalyst for lasting transformation.

He reveals how reframing “Why is this happening to me?” into “How is this happening for me?” changed his life and business, leading him to build systems that allow him to work just 20 hours a week while living intentionally. Through real stories, Peter challenges the myths of hustle culture, people-pleasing, and perfectionism—offering practical strategies for anyone ready to design a life of purpose, balance, and authentic freedom.

This episode is a wake-up call for entrepreneurs and dreamers alike: success is not about working more—it’s about aligning your life first, and then letting business follow.

About the Guest:

Polish Peter Kolat is a transformational coach, author, and motivational speaker who empowers entrepreneurs and high achievers to break limiting beliefs and design a life by intention. Known for his dynamic energy and authenticity, Peter helps others overcome fear, perfectionism, and people-pleasing tendencies to create freedom-driven businesses. His personal journey—from an immigrant teenager to a self-made success—embodies resilience, reinvention, and the power of mindset.

Key Takeaways:

• Your past doesn’t define your path: Challenges and cultural shocks can become the training ground for resilience and growth.

• Ask better questions: Shifting from “Why me?” to “How is this happening for me?” changes your mindset and your results.

• Vision before business: Write a detailed life vision before building your business—let your business serve your life, not the other way around.

• Break the myth of perfectionism: Delegation and imperfection are key to freedom; let go of the belief that you must do everything yourself.

• Recognize people-pleasing: Learn to say no gracefully by aligning your choices with your vision, not external approval.

• Work-life integration: Design your calendar around your priorities—health, relationships, spirituality—before adding business commitments.

• Freedom is built, not found: You can create a 20-hour workweek model through systems, clarity, and mindset alignment.

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Website: https://polishpeter.com/
Instagram: @authenticselfrebirth/
LinkedIn: Peter Kolat

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