Brandon Held - Life is Crazy

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We trace Carissa’s journey from a vigilant, compliant childhood to a life built on micro-habits, emotional honesty, and real service. From obesity to bodybuilding, from massage therapy to mindset coaching, and into step-parenting after loss, the throughline is small changes that compound.

• childhood shaped by compliance and hyper-independence
• psychology and massage training, contracting and overseas practice
• on-field medical judgment and learning to trust instincts
• emotional eating, weight gain, and the mindset shift to lose 60 pounds
• journaling, consistent training, and compassionate self-talk
• bodybuilding goals, triggers, and patient progress
• love after loss, stepmom role, and keeping space for mom’s memory
• communication as a daily skill, not a slogan
• pivot to online mindset coaching using fitness and nutrition
• confidence, presence, and how physique changes social dynamics
• practical advice: start micro, stack habits, compound identity

People can come to Instagram, either Carissa Halonen or the.relentless.couple. If you send me a DM saying, Brandon, I have a habit tracker that I can give you as a thank you for listening, but also I'm in the DMs answering any questions you have or anything that you want to share.
go to my website, brandandhell.com, and please at the top of the page, click to subscribe to podcasts and subscribe to my podcast if you haven't already. And also follow me on Instagram at BH_life is crazy, and let me know that you're following me from my podcast, and I will follow you back in return

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Developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, we develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

Their supplements have been developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, they develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

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Adam Torres, host of the Mission Matters podcast series, shares his journey from growing up in Detroit's tough neighborhoods to becoming a top global podcaster with over 1,500 episodes produced annually. His story reveals how early exposure to finance, international travel, and a determined mindset helped him overcome challenging beginnings and develop the global perspective that powers his success today.

• Born and raised in Southwest Detroit during the drug epidemic and high crime rates of the 1980s
• First encountered finance working at Raymond James during high school, opening his eyes to new possibilities
• Studied international relations in college to deliberately expand his worldview through travel
• Traveled extensively through Europe, Mexico, and beyond, often with minimal preparation but maximum curiosity
• Currently produces between 1,500-2,000 podcast episodes annually, ranking in the top 2.5% globally
• Connects his sports background to podcasting success, viewing each episode as equivalent to "taking shots" to improve
• Emphasizes valuing every listener who gives their time rather than focusing solely on download numbers
• Encourages others to start podcasting now while the medium is still relatively uncrowded compared to platforms like YouTube

Start your show today! With less than 4 million podcasts compared to 150 million YouTube channels, there's tremendous opportunity in podcasting. Don't wait until there are 100 million podcasts and regret not starting sooner.

Subscribe to Brandon Held's podcast at brandonheld.com for just $10 a month to support his mission of helping trauma survivors and those struggling through difficult times.

Developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, we develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

Their supplements have been developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, they develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

Their supplements have been developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, they develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

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Aaron Scott shares his journey from Wall Street trader to authentic living, exploring how societal expectations and the pursuit of money can disconnect us from our true selves. His powerful story illustrates how walking away from external success markers led to greater fulfillment and self-discovery.

• Money alone cannot provide happiness - true fulfillment comes from living authentically
• Carrying resentment toward others only burdens ourselves, not those who hurt us
• Professional identity should be just one aspect of who we are, not our entire self-definition
• Working excessive hours to provide for family often sacrifices the presence children truly need
• Following genuine passion naturally leads to success rather than pursuing money directly
• The most powerful gift we can give our children is showing them how to live truthfully
• Introspection and questioning societal expectations reveals our authentic selves
• Finding balance between financial stability and personal fulfillment is essential

Go to https://www.theaaronscott.com/ for more information about his podcast and book.

Subscribe to Brandon Held's podcast at brandonheld.com for just $10 a month to support his mission of helping trauma survivors and those struggling through difficult times.

Developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, we develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

Their supplements have been developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, they develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

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Reginald Martin shares his journey from poverty to purpose, revealing how he transformed repeated rock bottoms into spiritual awakening through the power of perspective. His framework, Kemetaphysics, merges ancient wisdom with modern psychology to help people create life on their terms without guilt or shame.

• Growing up in poverty with a teenage single mother, sometimes surviving on mustard sandwiches
• Earning a basketball scholarship to college that opened his eyes to new possibilities
• Experiencing the devastation of losing everything five times throughout his life
• Discovering ancient Kemetic teachings that answered his deepest spiritual questions
• Learning that thoughts and beliefs create our reality through the law of attraction
• Identifying patterns in relationships and circumstances that pointed to internal beliefs
• Shifting from religious framing to understanding ourselves as extensions of Source
• Using perspective as a superpower to transform life circumstances
• Following joy as a guidance system rather than external expectations
• Living life on his terms without guilt or shame

You can connect with Reginald at reginaldmartin.substack.com and learn more about his AI tool at thesoulpreneur.ai to discover how to create life on your terms.

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Developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, we develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

https://www.getmnly.com/ 

If you found value in this episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast for just $10/month at brandonheld.com for additional episodes and to support our mission of helping people through their darkest moments.

Their supplements have been developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, they develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

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Amita Sharma shares her journey from architecture student to co-founder of Nourish Doc, a holistic wellness platform empowering women through hormonal transitions. Her personal struggle with perimenopause symptoms that threatened her tech career led to the creation of a comprehensive solution for women.

• Sent to boarding school at 13 while her parents moved to North Africa, creating early feelings of abandonment
• Pursued architecture against family pressure to become a doctor, studying at UC Berkeley
• Struggled with low-paying jobs despite prestigious education
• Changed careers multiple times, eventually finding success in software and product management
• Experienced debilitating perimenopause symptoms at 40 that threatened her career
• Used natural healing methods from her Indian heritage to resolve her health issues
• Created Nourish Doc to help women navigate hormonal transitions from PMS to post-menopause
• Discovered 50% of mid-age women experience anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts related to hormonal changes
• Developed a platform offering affordable solutions from self-care to expert guidance
• Emphasizes that self-care is not selfish but essential for overall wellbeing

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Developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, we develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

https://www.getmnly.com/ 

If you found value in this episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast for just $10/month at brandonheld.com for additional episodes and to support our mission of helping people through their darkest moments.

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Their supplements have been developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, they develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

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Developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, we develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

https://www.getmnly.com/ 

Alan Lazarus shares his remarkable journey from childhood trauma to founding Next Level University, a coaching platform helping people reach their unique potential. His story demonstrates how adversity can become a catalyst for personal growth, as he transformed from an achievement-focused corporate success to a purpose-driven coach dedicated to teaching others what they never learned in school but desperately need to know.

• Lost his father at age 2 in a car accident, followed by a complicated relationship with his stepfather
• Experienced significant financial upheaval at 14 when his stepfather left, taking 90% of the family income
• Channeled trauma into academic excellence, maintaining straight A's throughout high school
• Paid off $84,000 in college debt within one year after achieving corporate success
• Survived a head-on collision at 26 that became his transformative wake-up call
• Shifted from "achievement first" to "growth first, contribution second, achievement third"
• Achieved six years of sobriety after recognizing alcohol's negative impact on his goals
• Founded Next Level University to help others with fitness, food, finance, and relationships
• Believes fulfillment comes from helping others grow rather than personal achievements
• Seeks to work with people demonstrating humility, strong work ethic, and desire to reach potential

Connect with Alan on Instagram @alazarus88 or email [email protected]. Support Brandon's podcast at brandonheld.com by clicking "subscribe to podcast" or follow him on Instagram @bh_lifeiscrazy.

Developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, we develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

https://www.getmnly.com/ 

If you found value in this episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast for just $10/month at brandonheld.com for additional episodes and to support our mission of helping people through their darkest moments.

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Their supplements have been developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, they develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

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Developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, we develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

https://www.getmnly.com/ 

Christopher Brewer shares his journey from Ranger Battalion NCO to Special Forces officer and the challenges of transitioning to civilian life after 24 years of military service. His candid stories reveal both the camaraderie of military service and the profound sense of displacement many veterans experience when entering civilian life.

• Born into a military family and joined the Ranger Battalion when it was reactivated in 1974
• Transitioned from NCO to officer to avoid being stuck as a drill sergeant for five years
• Served in critical roles worldwide including Okinawa, Colombia, Panama, and classified locations
• Found himself installing burglar alarms after retirement despite his elite military background
• Eventually leveraged his expertise as a threat options analyst for government contracting
• Emphasizes maintaining connections with fellow veterans during the transition to civilian life
• Suggests finding purpose through helping others as a powerful antidote to depression
• Shares a remarkable story about protecting a radar site from Pablo Escobar in Colombia
• Has written two books: "Old School Ranger" and "In the Shadows Between the Wars"
• Believes in staying open to different perspectives and meaningful human connection

Check out Christopher Brewer's books on Amazon in hardcover and audiobook formats to learn more about his experiences in military operations that occurred between major conflicts.

Developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, we develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

https://www.getmnly.com/ 

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Their supplements have been developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, they develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

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Welcome my sponsor Luke Hartlust shares his journey from working in Australian mines to founding MNLY, a men's precision health company that uses at-home diagnostics and AI to create personalized health solutions for men.

• From troublemaker to diamond driller - Luke's early years in Australia working one of the "worst jobs in the world"
• The pivotal moment on an oil rig when Luke decided to change his life path
• How Luke's experience building F45 franchises across the US prepared him for his current venture
• Alarming statistics about men's health: testosterone declining 1% annually for 30 years, 50% of men having chronic disease
• Why traditional healthcare models fail men and create too much friction
• How MNLY works: comprehensive assessment, at-home blood testing, AI-powered recommendations
• Personalized supplement formulations based on individual biomarker results
• The connection between physical health optimization and improved mental wellbeing

Visit getMNLY.com to learn more about Luke's personalized health solution for men.

Developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, we develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

https://www.getmnly.com/ 

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Their supplements have been developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, they develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

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Bethany Shelton shares her extraordinary journey from childhood medication to profound spiritual awakening after the tragic loss of her only son, Cavan, in a car accident. Her experience reveals how grief can transform into growth when we remain open to receiving signs and messages from beyond the physical realm.

• Diagnosed with ADD in third grade and heavily medicated with Adderall and Ritalin as a child
• Found healthy expression through soccer, becoming a varsity starter in her freshman year
• Raised an exceptionally bright son, Cavan, who scored in the top 1% on aptitude tests
• Received the devastating news in 2020 that Cavan had been killed instantly in a head-on collision
• Experienced inexplicable phenomena after Cavan's death – finding coins in impossible places, seeing specific birds after requesting signs
• Developed heightened spiritual sensitivity, including the ability to see auras and electromagnetic fields
• Created Be Limitless Now to help others transform grief into growth by raising their vibrational frequency
• Discovered that grief lowers our vibrational frequency, creating distance between ourselves and departed loved ones
• Identifies how childhood programming through television and media conditions us to accept lower vibrational states of grief and separation

To connect with Bethany or book a free discovery call, visit BeeLimitlessNow.com or find her on TikTok at Bee Limitless Now.

Developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, we develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

https://www.getmnly.com/ 

If you found value in this episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast for just $10/month at brandonheld.com for additional episodes and to support our mission of helping people through their darkest moments.

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Their supplements have been developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, they develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

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Dr. Kristen Williamson shares her journey as a late-diagnosed autistic professional and offers insights for parents raising neurodivergent children. Her personal experiences reveal how understanding neurodiversity can transform shame into self-acceptance and help families navigate the challenges of raising teens on the spectrum.

• Diagnosed with autism and ADHD at age 39 despite having a doctorate in behavioral health
• Growing up as "the weird kid" who struggled with executive functioning and social norms
• Understanding "spicy brains" and how neurodivergent individuals process the world differently
• Why autistic teens may resist driving and strategies for gradual exposure therapy
• Recognizing that autistic brains develop 7-10 years later than neurotypical ones
• How to encourage independence without creating shame
• Finding accommodations and supports like Vocational Rehabilitation services
• The importance of celebrating small victories in skill development
• Addressing suicide prevention and mental health support for neurodivergent individuals
• Resources including warm lines, workbooks, and online communities

Visit Dr. Kristen Williamson at empowermysolutions.com or find her on Instagram and TikTok @dr.kristen for more resources on living as a neurodivergent person in a neurotypical world.

Developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, we develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

https://www.getmnly.com/ 

If you found value in this episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast for just $10/month at brandonheld.com for additional episodes and to support our mission of helping people through their darkest moments.

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Their supplements have been developed by a team of Practitioners, men's health scientists, neuroscientists and peak performers. MNLY harnesses the power of blood analysis, machine learning, and AI to evaluate data from four essential components: Biological, Environmental, Nutritional, and Clinical analysis. By leveraging this advanced technology, they develop precise, evidence-based solutions that are tailored uniquely to each individual.

https://www.getmnly.com/ 

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