What does it mean to truly influence others while staying authentic to who you are? In this episode of the Find Your Influence Podcast, Emmy Award–winning actor, author, and speaker Sean Kanan joins Anton Guinea to explore influence, resilience, and the underdog spirit. Sean shares how, as a bullied kid, he found refuge and early “mentors” in movie characters like Rocky Balboa and Daniel LaRusso, inspiring his journey into acting and his desire to positively impact others. He opens up about hitting rock bottom at 50—struggling with alcohol, carrying extra weight, and nearly losing his marriage—before committing to deep personal change, sobriety, and a new way of living. Drawing on his Way of the Cobra book series and his couples book co-written with his wife Michelle, Sean explains why authenticity is a “force multiplier,” how the law of vibration and an abundance mindset shape our reality, and why your choice of partner can make or break your potential. Along the way, he and Anton discuss “choosing your hard,” navigating conflict in long-term relationships, and leading by inspiring others rather than controlling them—offering a powerful roadmap for anyone who’s ever felt like the underdog and is ready to rewrite their story.