Episode Description

In this powerful episode of Unleash the Ultimate You, Gordon sits down with Kevin Roby, a 21-year-old certified personal trainer, calisthenics athlete, and rising entrepreneur with wisdom far beyond his years.

Kevin shares his journey of growing up through financial hardship, housing instability, personal loss, and learning how pain can become fuel for greatness. He opens up about losing his father, wanting to create a better life for his mother, and using fitness as the foundation for discipline, confidence, and mental strength.

Together, Gordon and Kevin discuss entrepreneurship, sales, journaling, mindset, relationships, character building, and why the younger generation has the potential to surpass those before them.

This episode is about resilience, purpose, growth, and becoming the person life tried to stop you from becoming.

Episode Timeline / Timestamps

0:00 Welcome to the show & introducing Kevin Roby 1:00 Kevin explains his mission to help others 2:35 Growing up through uncertainty and struggle 3:45 Losing his father and how it changed him 5:00 Why helping his mother drives him 6:00 Childhood hardship, homelessness, and instability 8:10 His sister's success and family pride 9:00 How fitness became his turning point 10:30 Wrestling taught discipline and toughness 12:00 Gordon reflects on fitness as life's foundation 14:30 Why pressure creates growth 16:30 Kevin's vision for entrepreneurship and community 18:30 Sales experience, rejection, and confidence building 20:00 Gordon's advice on clarity and finding your niche 21:30 Atomic Habits and building identity 23:00 Kevin's Discord community idea 25:00 Free vs paid value in business 26:45 Journaling and tracking progress 28:20 Gordon shares how he manifested writing a book 30:00 Gordon sees himself in Kevin's hunger and drive 31:00 Passing the torch to the next generation 32:15 Light, dark, struggle, and character building 34:00 Final message: love yourself and become something great

Guest Bio

Kevin Roby is a certified personal trainer, calisthenics athlete, and aspiring entrepreneur dedicated to helping others improve physically and mentally. After overcoming adversity, financial struggles, and personal loss, Kevin developed a mindset built on discipline, resilience, and service. He is currently building experience in fitness, sales, and business while inspiring others to become the strongest version of themselves.

Favorite Quotes from the Episode

"I just want to help people become their best selves." – Kevin Roby

"These bad days build character." – Kevin Roby

"There is no light without dark." – Kevin Roby

"Diamonds are forged under pressure." – Gordon

"Write everything down. Clarity creates momentum." – Gordon

"Do it for yourself. If no one else, do it for you." – Kevin Roby

"By the time you're my age, you're going to be 10,000 times better than me." – Gordon

"I only see further because I stood on the shoulders of giants." – Isaac Newton

If this episode with Kevin Roby spoke to you, don't let it end here. Let it move you.

Take the pain you've been carrying… and turn it into purpose. Take the pressure you've been under… and let it build you, not break you. Take the excuses that have held you back… and replace them with action.

If something in this conversation hit home, share this episode with someone who needs it right now.

Subscribe to Unleash the Ultimate You for weekly conversations that challenge you to grow stronger in mind, body, and life.

And remember this:

You are not stuck. You are not finished. You are being forged.

Change your mindset. Change your body. Unleash the ultimate you.

Episode Description: In this powerful episode, I sit down with Karolyn Andrea—entrepreneur, author, and former cake business owner turned mindset coach—who shares her deeply personal journey through anxiety, emotional struggle, and what she calls a true spiritual awakening.

Karolyn opens up about breaking free from the "prison of the mind," learning how to take control of anxious thoughts, and discovering the power of living in the present moment. We dive into real conversations about emotional healing, past trauma, relationships, and how so many people today are unknowingly stuck on autopilot.

This isn't surface-level motivation—this is about doing the inner work.

We talk about: • The 7 stages of spiritual awakening • How your thoughts are not who you are • Why most people are trapped in mental patterns • The truth about processing emotions (and why avoiding them keeps you stuck) • How social media is designed to trigger and control your attention • The difference between real intuition and fear-based thinking • Practical ways to find peace, clarity, and control in your life

Karolyn also shares the exact tools she used to transform her life—including how she wrote her book and created a new path by learning to quiet the noise in her mind.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed, anxious, or like something in your life needs to change… this episode will hit home.

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📘 Get Karolyn's Book: How I Escaped the Prison of My Mind → [link]

👉 How I Escaped the Prison of My Mind (Amazon)

This is her official listing—where people can grab it on Kindle (and usually paperback depending on availability). The book focuses on breaking free from anxious thought patterns and finding a more present, controlled mental state. (Amazon)

If you want, I can also:

• Shorten that into a clean CTA line for YouTube

• Or create a pinned comment version (those convert really well)

Timestamps: 0:00 Intro / Welcome Karolyn Andrea 0:46 Karolyn's transformation and spiritual awakening 2:49 Feeling stuck, anxious thoughts, and the ego 5:43 Passion, awakening, and finding peace 7:05 The 7 stages of spiritual awakening 9:53 Slipping into old patterns and coming back to awareness 12:21 Protecting your peace and healing relationship triggers 14:41 Bottled emotions and the beach ball effect 16:01 How to process emotions somatically 18:31 Grief, surrender, and emotional release 20:31 Men, crying, and emotional suppression 23:55 Anxiety, depression, and letting emotions move through you 26:32 Social media triggers and emotional reactions 29:55 Rage bait, comment sections, and online conflict 31:16 Present moment power and choosing peace 33:20 Intuition, guidance, and writing the book 36:36 Intuition vs trauma responses in relationships 39:46 Social media, projection, and generalizations 42:40 Becoming the observer and protecting your energy 44:33 Phone addiction and learning to be present 46:48 Breaking patterns and stepping away from your phone 49:32 Karolyn's book and where to find it 50:52 One practice to start today: listen to your thoughts 52:03 Outro

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BIO:

Karolyn Andrea is a cake artist of 24 years who built a successful custom cake business and a thriving online presence, growing a YouTube audience of over 100,000 subscribers. After decades in the creative industry, she experienced a profound personal awakening that shifted the direction of her work and life.

Today, Karolyn teaches practical tools for breaking free from overthinking, anxiety, and mental patterns that keep people feeling stuck. Through her content, book, online school, she helps others reconnect with the present moment, access inner peace, and reclaim their personal power.

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LINKS:

TikTok: @karolynandrea

YouTube.com/karolynandrea Instagram: @karolynandreasovereign Facebook.com/karolynandreasovereign

Call to Action: If this episode helped you in any way, share it with someone who needs it. And if you're ready to take control of your health—physically and mentally—visit: GarageFitnessTrainer.com to schedule your next step.

🎙️ UNLEASH THE ULTIMATE YOU: Change Your Mindset, Change Your Body

I'd like to welcome everybody to another episode of Unleash the Ultimate You — where you change your mindset and change your body.

Today I'm here with a good friend, and we're talking about something real… something a lot of people don't fully understand — kratom.

What's interesting is… we both went through it, and we didn't even know the other person was dealing with it at the same time.

This is one of those conversations that needs to be out there.

💬 The Conversation

We both started using kratom for what we thought were "good reasons."

For me, it was to cut back on alcohol. It was marketed as natural, safe, even helpful. At first, it felt great… calm, focused, even euphoric.

But it didn't take long to realize something was off.

If I didn't take it, I didn't feel normal.

That's when it hit me… this wasn't harmless.

⚠️ The Reality

Kratom works on the same receptors as opioids.

And the effects?

• Shallow breathing

• Nausea

• Fatigue

• Loss of strength

• Emotional numbness

• Decreased sex drive

• Dependency

And the withdrawal…

That's where things get real.

🔥 Withdrawal Experience

We're talking about:

• Restless legs that don't stop

• Cold sweats and hot flashes

• Anxiety and agitation

• No sleep for days

• Flu-like symptoms

• Mental fog and depression

You feel like you're crawling out of your own skin.

And the scary part?

You can walk into a store and buy it like it's nothing.

🧠 The Deeper Truth

Here's the truth most people won't say:

You're not healing anything… You're masking it.

I thought I was dealing with stress, emotions, even past experiences.

But I wasn't.

I was numbing it.

And when I stopped… everything came back.

💪 How I Broke Free

There was no easing off for me.

I had to go all in.

Cold turkey.

And it was brutal.

But here's what helped:

• Changing my environment

• Getting out of my normal routine

• Moving my body (even when I didn't want to)

• Drinking water constantly

• Using natural sleep support

• Talking about it instead of hiding it

• Facing the discomfort head-on

I didn't run from the storm…

I went straight through it.

⚡ The Shift

After a few days, the physical symptoms eased.

But mentally?

That took time.

Low motivation. No drive. Just… blah.

But I forced myself to move anyway.

That's where the breakthrough happens.

🔑 The Lesson

If you're listening to this…

Understand this:

Anything that makes you feel amazing instantly… and then makes you feel terrible without it…

is not your solution.

It's your trap.

🧭 Final Thought

This isn't just about kratom.

It's about patterns.

It's about what we use to escape instead of evolve.

If you want to truly unleash the ultimate you, you don't avoid the hard moments…

You go through them.

That's where the growth is.

📞 Work With Me

If this message hit home for you… if you're ready to take control of your body, your mindset, and your life…

I can help you.

Go to: GarageFitnessTrainer.com

That's GarageFitnessTrainer.com

You can schedule an appointment directly with me and start building the strongest version of yourself — physically and mentally.

Let's get to work 💪

EPISODE DESCRIPTION

In this episode: What if the patterns you keep repeating aren't random… but unresolved?

In this powerful one-on-one conversation, Gordon sits down with trauma healing specialist Edit B Kiss to explore the deep roots of emotional pain, PTSD, and subconscious patterns that shape our lives.

From childhood trauma and toxic relationships to ancestral influence and even past-life concepts, this episode dives into what truly drives human behavior and how to break free from it.

Edit shares her 30-day PTSD to Peace method, the concept of Source Memory Healing, and how unresolved emotions can impact not just your mindset, but your physical health as well.

If you've ever struggled with anxiety, anger, relationships, or feeling stuck in repeating patterns, this episode gives you a new lens and a path forward.

FULL TIMESTAMP

Total Length: ~45 Minutes

00:00 – 02:30 Introduction of the show and guest (Edit B Kiss), background, and name origin

02:30 – 05:30 What a trauma healing specialist does and overview of 30-day PTSD to Peace program

05:30 – 09:00 Types of trauma clients face (abuse, grief, depression) and Edit's personal story

09:00 – 12:00 Root causes of trauma: childhood, environment, ancestral and karmic influences

12:00 – 15:30 Mindfulness explained deeply and controlling thoughts, emotions, and actions

15:30 – 18:30 Subconscious vs conscious mind and habit programming

18:30 – 21:30 Source Memory Healing explained, past lives, ancestral healing, and DNA memory

21:30 – 24:30 Physical health connection (nutrition, vitamins, panic attacks, body impact)

24:30 – 28:30 Relationships, toxic patterns, and why people attract certain partners

28:30 – 32:00 Healing past relationships, letting go, and attracting better people

32:00 – 35:00 Projection in relationships, boundaries, and emotional triggers

35:00 – 38:00 Self-worth, validation, and the need to be chased

38:00 – 41:00 Personal growth story, confidence, anxiety, and public speaking transformation

41:00 – 43:30 Anger, emotional control, and breaking old behavioral patterns

43:30 – 45:00 Closing advice: habits, self-awareness, and where to find Edit

QUOTES

• "You don't attract what you want… you attract what you haven't healed."

• "Your subconscious is running the show until you take control of it."

• "Letting go isn't forgetting… it's making peace with what happened."

• "Unresolved trauma doesn't disappear… it repeats."

• "Healing isn't about time… it's about going to the root."

• "You can't build a new life with old emotional patterns."

• "Most people don't need more motivation… they need deeper healing."

• "If you don't change your habits… you stay stuck in the same life."

• "Anger isn't power… it's a lack of control."

• "Your environment and your past don't define you… but they shape you until you rewrite them."

GUEST BIO:

Edit B Kiss is a trauma healing specialist and founder of a transformational 30-day program designed to help individuals move from PTSD to inner peace.

Originally from Hungary, Edit combines ancient yogic practices, subconscious reprogramming, and what she calls Source Memory Healing to help clients release deep-rooted emotional pain.

Her work focuses on uncovering and healing trauma at its core whether from childhood, relationships, or inherited patterns so individuals can break cycles and create lasting change.

She is also a Reiki master and content creator, sharing tools and guided practices through her platform to help people take control of their emotional and mental well-being.

Links

https://editbkiss.com

https://www.youtube.com/@MagicalKarmaPriestess

https://www.instagram.com/editbkiss

The Gap Filler Success book https://a.co/d/bkJWUTL

Skool community https://www.skool.com/release-with-ease

EPISODE DESCRIPTION:

In this episode of A Least Sheltered View; we sit down with Chase Bednarek, also known as Chase JFIT; for an honest conversation about fitness, discipline, and personal growth.

Chase shares how he got started in the gym at a young age; his journey into bodybuilding; and how those experiences shaped his mindset and approach to life. The discussion goes beyond workouts; focusing on the importance of consistency; building a strong foundation; and why discipline matters more than motivation when it comes to long-term success.

We also dive into the realities of today's fitness culture; including the dangers of shortcuts; the pressure for instant results; and the risks associated with extreme bodybuilding. The conversation expands into how stress; social media; and modern habits are impacting both physical and mental health; often in ways people don't recognize.

A major theme throughout the episode is the connection between internal and external change; exploring insecurity; identity; and why many people try to fix deeper issues through surface-level solutions. Chase emphasizes the importance of self-awareness; authenticity; and purpose; highlighting that real progress comes from doing the internal work; not just changing how you look on the outside.

This episode is about more than fitness; it's about developing discipline; understanding yourself; and building a life rooted in consistency and long-term growth.

TIMESTAMPS (FULL EPISODE – 1:34:39):

00:00 – Introduction; show opening; guest introduction (Chase Benderick / Chase JFIT) 00:26 – How Chase got started in fitness; high school soccer; early training experiences 01:18 – First exposure to weights; early influences; learning through trial and error 01:43 – Transition into bodybuilding; college years; growing passion for fitness 02:04 – Coaching background; launching his business; fitness shaping life lessons

02:29 – Bodybuilding experience; competing; shifting priorities toward business and family 03:00 – New clients wanting fast results; impatience in fitness 03:26 – Coaching philosophy; asking questions instead of telling; guiding awareness

04:25 – Advice for beginners who want to compete; building a foundation first 05:13 – Importance of habits and consistency before competing 06:30 – Consistency compounding over time; positive vs negative habits

07:07 – Discipline over feelings; commitment regardless of motivation 07:43 – Reframing challenges; "what is this teaching me?" mindset

08:16 – Dark side of fitness; shortcuts; misuse of supplements and PEDs 08:51 – Instant gratification culture; younger generation mindset

09:28 – Stress and its impact on health; inflammation; misdiagnosed issues 10:38 – Phone addiction; dopamine loops; mental fatigue from scrolling

11:40 – Deaths in bodybuilding; risks and recent examples 12:24 – Multiple contributing factors; drugs; lifestyle; genetics 13:03 – Extreme size and heart strain; physical limits of bodybuilding

14:54 – Obsession in fitness; injuries; pushing beyond limits 15:28 – GLP-1 drugs; quick fixes; misuse and side effects 16:49 – Muscle loss and unhealthy appearance from poor habits

17:30 – Body positivity shift; cultural trends and contradictions 18:58 – Plastic surgery; overcorrection; insecurity-driven decisions 19:37 – Deep insecurity; chasing external validation

MID-EPISODE SHIFT (MINDSET, IDENTITY, & LIFE PHILOSOPHY)

21:15 – Authenticity vs performing; being yourself vs pleasing others 22:30 – Social masks; identity; trying to impress others 23:24 – Letting go of others' opinions; personal freedom

25:34 – Childhood insecurity story; perception vs reality 26:42 – Hair loss insecurity; acceptance and confidence 28:19 – Realizing most insecurities are internal

29:41 – Internal vs external change; why physical results aren't enough 30:43 – Masking problems vs addressing root causes 31:49 – Purpose vs money; fulfillment beyond material success

DEEP DIVE (PART 2–3 CONTENT)

35:53 – Identity and purpose; who you are without external success 38:30 – Abundance vs lack mindset; gratitude and perspective 41:15 – Comparing yourself to others; social media illusions 44:20 – Living in the present while building for the future 47:10 – Internal dialogue; mindset shaping reality

50:05 – Helping others vs people pleasing; setting boundaries 53:10 – "Nice guy" vs "good man"; respect and self-standards 56:30 – Masculinity; discipline; physical adversity and growth

59:45 – Modern society; declining standards; lifestyle changes 1:02:30 – Nutrition; processed foods vs whole foods; health impact 1:06:10 – Convenience culture; laziness; long-term consequences

1:09:20 – COVID lifestyle effects; lack of movement; behavior shifts 1:12:00 – Technology and disconnection; social media vs real life 1:15:10 – Relationships; attention; phone addiction impact

1:18:30 – Leading yourself first; standards; showing up as a man 1:21:00 – Fitness as a foundation for success in all areas 1:24:10 – Receiving feedback; ego vs growth; self-reflection

1:27:00 – Awareness and intuition; reading people; authenticity 1:29:30 – Inner work; facing yourself; lifelong growth process

CLOSING

1:32:00 – Final thoughts; discipline; purpose; authenticity 1:34:39 – Episode wrap-up and closing remarks

TOP QUOTES FROM THE EPISODE Discipline & Mindset

• "I don't care how I feel — I said I'd do it."

• "Discipline will take you further than motivation ever will."

• "A few bad weeks won't ruin a good year — but a few good weeks won't fix a bad one."

• "Consistency compounds — whether it's good or bad."

Fitness & Growth

• "You're not ready to compete — you haven't built the foundation yet."

• "What you learn in the gym carries over into every part of your life."

• "You have to earn the right to get to that level."

Mindset Shifts

• "Don't ask 'why me?' — ask 'what is this teaching me?'"

• "Your mentality is the lens you view everything through."

• "If you can't lead yourself, who can you lead?"

Stress & Modern Life

• "Sometimes you don't need medication — you need to manage your stress."

• "You can feel exhausted without doing anything physical."

• "We're more connected than ever, but more disconnected than ever."

Identity & Authenticity

• "You can be yourself and some people will love you — and some will hate you. Either way, the outcome is the same."

• "Stop worrying about what people think — you only get one life."

• "People wear masks trying to impress others instead of just being themselves."

Insecurity & Self-Image

• "Most insecurities are created in your own head."

• "You fix the outside, but you never fix what's inside."

• "People try to solve internal problems with external solutions."

Success & Purpose

• "If you're just chasing money, you'll never be fulfilled."

• "Who are you without all of it?"

• "The man defines the success — not the other way around."

Modern Culture & Reality

• "People want everything now — they don't want to work for it."

• "Convenience is making people weaker."

• "You always feel better when you remove the junk — not because the other food was bad, but because you stopped eating garbage."

BIO:

I built my career and my business while staying in top shape—not by sacrificing one for the other, but by aligning my goals with my lifestyle. With a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, a Master's in Healthcare Management, 20 years of training experience, as well as competing in bodybuilding—I've seen firsthand what it takes to perform at a high level especially in the face of adversity. Along the way, I realized real success isn't just about what you achieve—it's about how you look and feel while doing it. I don't believe you have to choose between success and health—you can excel in your career and business, enjoy your life, friends, and family, and still perform at your best. Because the better you show up for yourself, the better you can show up in every other area of your life.

That flame in your heart is still flickering—let's ignite it!

Kind Regards,

Chase Bednarek

ChaseJFit LLC

https://linktr.ee/ChaseJFitLLC

🎙️ Unleash the Ultimate You: Change Your Mindset, Change Your Body 🎙️ Episode Hook

What does it really take to align your message, own your story, and become a more powerful speaker? In this episode, Gordon sits down with David Chametzky for a deep conversation on authenticity, branding, healing, storytelling, and why real human connection matters more than ever.

From speaker coaching and comic books to message alignment and mental wellness, this episode is packed with insights for anyone who wants to communicate with more purpose and live more authentically.

🔥 Episode Description

In this episode of Unleash the Ultimate You, Gordon sits down with David Chametzky for a powerful conversation about speaking, storytelling, branding, healing, and authenticity.

David shares how he helps speakers and entrepreneurs align their message so they can communicate with greater clarity, confidence, and impact. He talks about the importance of going beyond simply telling your story and instead learning how your story can actually serve and help other people.

The conversation also dives into David's work as an author, ghostwriter, and creator of high-end comic books, as well as the deeper healing work he does through mental wellness tools, message coaching, and one-on-one connection. Gordon and David also talk about the value of real human interaction in a world that is becoming increasingly automated and disconnected.

This episode is a reminder that your story matters, your message matters, and the more aligned you are with who you truly are, the greater impact you can make.

⚡ What We Cover

🎤 How David helps speakers get to the next level 🧠 Why message alignment matters more than just telling your story 📚 David's work as an author, ghostwriter, and storyteller 🦸 How comic books can elevate a brand and message 🤝 Why real human connection still matters 💬 The power of authenticity in business and life 🏢 Speaking to corporate audiences vs. everyday audiences 🛠️ Why one-on-one coaching beats generic advice ❤️ Mental wellness, healing, and learning through pain 🚀 What it takes to up-level as a speaker and entrepreneur

💥 Key Takeaways

✅ A story alone is not enough — it has to help the audience ✅ Authenticity builds trust and deeper relationships ✅ Human connection is becoming more valuable, not less ✅ Great branding comes from alignment, not gimmicks ✅ Experience and repetition create confidence and mastery ✅ The right coach helps you find your path faster ✅ Healing often begins when you stop avoiding what triggers you

👤 Guest Bio

🎙️ David Chametzky is a speaker coach, author, ghostwriter, podcaster, and message strategist who helps people align their story with their purpose. With 30 years of corporate experience, a background in behavioral sciences, and training in mental wellness techniques, David works with speakers, entrepreneurs, and leaders who want to communicate more clearly and authentically.

He is also the creator behind The White Room, where he helps speakers sharpen their delivery, improve their presence, and develop stronger, more aligned messages. In addition to coaching and speaking, David is an accomplished writer whose work includes nonfiction, fiction, allegories, and high-end comic books designed to bring stories and ideas to life in a unique and powerful way.

📣 Connect with David

🔹 Website: davidchametzky.com 🔹 Social Media: David Chametzky 🔹 Podcast: Peace, Love, and Bring a Bat 🔹 Offer: Pathfinder Perspective

⏱️ Episode Highlights

00:00 – Intro to David Chametzky 00:42 – How David helps speakers get to the next level 01:29 – Why aligning your message matters 02:32 – David's upcoming books and writing journey 04:55 – Healing through storytelling and fiction 06:43 – Fiction, nonfiction, and communicating through different formats 07:28 – Who David helps and why 09:07 – Sharing your story in a way that serves others 09:45 – The meaning behind When Your Heart Says It's Your Time to Soar 11:28 – Gordon shares how David helped him through a rough time 12:14 – "Bring a BAT" and what it really means 13:10 – The story behind "Uncle Dave" 13:48 – David's work creating high-end comic books 15:15 – What people do not understand about making a comic book 16:36 – Using stories and comic books as marketing and brand tools 17:52 – Why David calls himself The Pathfinder 19:02 – David shares a few of his brand-alignment questions 20:16 – Why "Uncle Dave" represents a safe space 22:05 – What your brand should get credit for 24:14 – Why some speakers miss audience expectations 25:27 – There are levels to speaking and building a brand 26:04 – Why people are craving real human interaction again 27:17 – Why David values having your own book 28:20 – The story of the man in the well and why mentors matter 29:01 – Why people hire help before they know how to do it themselves 29:55 – The "I know that already" trap 31:26 – What David is working on right now 31:51 – The White Room and TEDx-style speaker events 32:52 – Why someone would choose David's event over a TEDx talk 34:24 – The value of owning your own content and collateral 35:48 – Can speakers also have a book? 36:16 – The application process and why David wants high-level speakers 37:44 – Why reps matter and how mastery is built 39:25 – David's 10,000 hours in branding, messaging, and books 40:34 – Experience vs. knowledge 42:16 – Advice for people who are not entrepreneurs or speakers 43:30 – Taking responsibility and working on your triggers 45:25 – A calming technique for anxiety and overwhelm 46:32 – David leads a short calming exercise 47:48 – Gordon reflects on the power of the exercise 48:31 – Where to find David 49:29 – Outro

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🎙️ Unleash the Ultimate You: Change Your Mindset, Change Your Body 🎙️ Episode Hook

What does it take to go from corporate leadership to purpose-driven entrepreneurship? In this episode, James Rogy shares how martial arts discipline, faith, and leadership principles shaped his journey from the corporate world to building something bigger than himself.

This conversation dives into authenticity, resilience, family priorities, and why the best leaders focus on elevating others rather than chasing titles or money.

🔥 Episode Description

In this episode of Unleash the Ultimate You, Gordon sits down with James Rogy for a powerful conversation about leadership, purpose, faith, and personal growth.

James shares how his early background in martial arts helped shape the discipline and mindset that later guided his professional journey. From building success in real estate to spending 25 years in the pharmaceutical industry with Bristol Myers Squibb, he learned that authentic leadership and strong relationships are the foundation of lasting success.

The conversation explores the difficult decisions that come with balancing career success and family life, how leaders can guide teams through challenges, and why staying present and focused on purpose matters more than ever in today's world.

James also introduces the philosophy behind Pulse, a leadership and mentorship initiative built around helping individuals and organizations grow through presence, unity, sustainability, and elevation.

This episode is packed with practical wisdom on running your own race, avoiding comparison, and becoming the type of leader who builds others up.

⚡ What We Cover

🥋 How martial arts shaped James' leadership mindset 💼 His transition from real estate into corporate leadership 🧠 The corporate athlete mindset in business and life 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Choosing family over chasing more money 🔥 Why authenticity is critical in leadership 📱 How social media drains focus and energy 🏁 Why you must run your own race in life and career 📈 The leadership philosophy behind Pulse 🙏 Faith, service, and purpose-driven leadership 💡 Practical mindset shifts that help leaders grow

💥 Key Takeaways

✅ Stay present — the only moment we truly have is now ✅ Stop comparing yourself and focus on running your race ✅ Authentic leadership builds stronger teams and cultures ✅ Money follows value and service when you do the right things ✅ Resilience grows when you focus on solutions instead of problems ✅ Elevating others is one of the greatest traits of great leaders ✅ Purpose-driven living creates clarity even during uncertainty

👤 Guest Bio

👔 James Rogy is a seasoned operations and people leader with decades of experience building and developing high-performing teams. Throughout his career, he has focused on cultivating strong relationships, leading organizations through change, and creating cultures rooted in trust, accountability, and growth.

He has mentored numerous leaders across corporate, business, and sales environments and believes that when people feel heard, valued, and supported, both individuals and organizations achieve exceptional results.

James was hand-selected by his Executive Vice President as one of only 20 leaders chosen from more than 3,000 professionals to represent the voice of employees within Global Development Operations. He was also selected two consecutive years (2024 and 2025) by the company's Executive Team as part of the top 8% of managers across the organization, recognized for leadership excellence and impact.

Today, James is focused on mentoring and guiding the next generation of leaders while building Pulse, a leadership initiative centered on developing stronger teams, stronger cultures, and stronger leaders.

📣 Connect with James

🔹 LinkedIn: James Rogy 🔹 Email: [email protected]

⏱️ Episode Highlights

00:00 – Intro to James Rogge 02:09 – The corporate athlete mindset 02:51 – From real estate to Bristol Myers Squibb 06:31 – Stepping into leadership despite skepticism 09:59 – Choosing family over chasing more money 22:52 – How the idea for Pulse was born 23:34 – What Pulse stands for 27:36 – Sustainability in leadership and business 28:26 – Elevating people through positive leadership 31:14 – What gets under James' skin the most 34:10 – Dr. Joe Dispenza and mindset patterns 37:37 – Social media and mental exhaustion 41:47 – Staying present and solving problems in the moment 44:26 – One-day plans vs long-term plans 47:22 – Advice for becoming the best version of yourself 50:31 – Where to connect with James

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💪 Episode Description

In this episode of Unleash the Ultimate You: Change Your Mindset, Change Your Body, Gordon sits down with longtime client and close friend Dr. Kelly McElrath to discuss her incredible 17-year health transformation.

After struggling with weight gain following pregnancy, chronic sinus infections, inflammation, digestive issues, and relying on multiple medications, Kelly made the decision to change her life. What began as a single personal training session turned into a long-term commitment to strength training, nutrition, and building sustainable habits.

Together they discuss:

🏋️‍♀️ Why weight training became the foundation of her health transformation 🥗 How eliminating certain foods improved her health and reduced inflammation 🚫 Why women should stop fearing the weight room ❤️ The importance of muscle for longevity and overall health 🧠 The role mindset and consistency play in long-term success 🔥 Why extreme dieting and fitness trends often miss the bigger picture

Seventeen years later, Kelly remains medication-free, strong, and healthier than ever, proving that lasting change comes from building habits that support your body for life.

🧠 Dr. Kelly McElrath

Dr. Kelly McElrath is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who works in the field of human services, psychology, and special education. Her work focuses on helping individuals with special needs and challenging behaviors improve their quality of life through behavioral science and evidence-based practices.

Outside of her professional work, Kelly has spent the past 17 years committed to strength training, nutrition, and long-term health practices. Through lifestyle changes that included resistance training, whole-food nutrition, and eliminating foods that caused inflammation, she was able to resolve chronic health issues and come off multiple medications.

Her story highlights the powerful connection between nutrition, strength training, and overall well-being, and demonstrates how sustainable lifestyle habits can lead to lasting health improvements.

🏋️ Gordon Brodecki

Gordon Brodecki is a personal trainer, fitness coach, and owner of Garage Fitness, where he helps people build stronger bodies and stronger mindsets through science-based training and habit development.

With over two decades of experience in strength training, nutrition coaching, and behavior-based habit change, Gordon focuses on helping clients create sustainable health transformations rather than quick fixes.

Through his podcast "Unleash the Ultimate You: Change Your Mindset, Change Your Body," Gordon shares practical strategies for improving physical health, mental resilience, and long-term performance.

📝 EPISODE DESCRIPTION

In this episode of A Least Sheltered View – Change Your Mindset, Change Your Body, I sit down with applied physiology coach Santo Chiappetta, who specializes in helping high-performing moms integrate fitness into their lives without overwhelm.

We break down why most diets fail, why calorie deficit is the common denominator behind every popular nutrition trend, and how perfectionism keeps people stuck in the start-stop cycle.

We discuss:

• The all-or-nothing mindset

• Why carbs aren't the enemy

• How to build habits that actually stick

• The psychology behind excuses

• Identity change and long-term transformation

• Why good coaching eventually makes itself unnecessary

If you're tired of "starting over," this conversation will give you clarity, structure, and a practical path forward.

⏱ FULL TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Welcome & Introducing Santo 01:40 – Integrating fitness into busy moms' lives 03:16 – Why women restart diets 6x per year 04:22 – The 80/20 lifestyle & avoiding restriction 05:22 – Why carbs aren't the enemy 06:49 – Why low-carb works (and why it's not magic) 07:30 – Calorie formula: Target weight x 12 08:19 – Why hard calorie numbers don't work 09:30 – Label inaccuracies & processed foods 10:50 – The first habit to start with (Water) 12:08 – Why people fail: friction & unrealistic jumps 13:37 – Shame, guilt & setbacks 14:54 – The cake at your son's birthday story 16:34 – Difference between coaching men vs women 18:30 – Good coaching makes itself unnecessary 19:18 – Excuses vs. honesty 21:40 – Coping mechanisms & stress responses 23:03 – Change your habits or change your goals 24:39 – Pattern interruption & habit replacement 26:23 – The all-or-nothing society 27:16 – Naming every diet… what they all have in common 29:53 – All diets manage a constraint (calorie deficit) 31:15 – Perfectionism is fear in disguise 32:24 – The black ice analogy: Point the wheel toward success 33:29 – Double down on what's working 34:12 – Tony Robbins race car analogy 35:09 – Santo's boxing story: focus on the task 37:20 – Stress, sport & recovery 38:22 – Neurodegeneration, lifestyle & prevention 39:41 – You are a byproduct of your choices 40:46 – Identity shift & becoming the person 41:53 – Ready, Fire, Aim 42:56 – Santo's personal growth & communication journey 45:15 – Standing alone & finding your people 46:54 – One thing to change your life today 48:23 – Where to find Santo 49:03 – Perfect client & episode close

👤 SANTO CHIAPPETTA BIO

Santo Chiappetta is an applied physiology and human performance coach specializing in high-performing mothers. He helps busy women integrate fitness into their lifestyle without adding overwhelm.

With a background in competitive boxing and years of coaching experience, Santo focuses on sustainable habits, identity shifts, and building systems that create long-term success.

His philosophy centers on integration over restriction, consistency over perfection, and empowering clients to eventually outgrow the need for a coach.

Instagram: @santo.chiappetta Website: www.strengthbysanto.com

🎙 Episode Title

From Rock Bottom to Rebuild: Sobriety, Identity Shift & Owning Your Life | Eric Korn

📄 Episode Description

In this powerful episode of You Change Your Mindset, Change Your Body, Gordon sits down with Eric Korn, owner of Garden Artisan, for a raw and honest conversation about addiction, accountability, identity, and rebuilding a life from the ground up.

Three and a half years ago, Eric hit rock bottom. Multiple failed attempts at sobriety. Lost relationships. Lost jobs. A life spiraling out of control.

Then one sentence in detox changed everything:

"You didn't lose anything. You know exactly where everything is. You drank it away."

That moment forced a complete identity shift.

Eric shares how sobriety wasn't just about stopping drinking — it was about changing the way he thinks. He talks about imposter syndrome after rebuilding his life, starting a business at the same time he got sober, reclaiming his relationship with his daughter, and the daily discipline required to maintain a new mindset.

This episode dives into:

• The mental and physical layers of addiction

• Why pain forces change

• Entrepreneurship and recovery

• Imposter syndrome after transformation

• Living present instead of trapped in regret

• The power of accountability

• Why there is no magic formula — only work

This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt stuck, lost control, or questioned whether they deserve better.

Because sometimes the same mindset that nearly destroys you… can rebuild you.

🔥 Key Quotes From This Episode

• "You didn't lose anything. You know exactly where everything is."

• "Alcoholism is either a death sentence or a life sentence."

• "Before I ever pick up a drink, I've already rationalized it."

• "If I want to wake up earlier, I have to go to bed earlier."

• "How much pain are you willing to absorb before you've had enough?"

• "It wasn't just the drinking. It was the way I think."

• "You can't just wish your walls were painted. You have to do the work."

🎯 What You'll Learn

✔ Why real change requires identity death ✔ How entrepreneurs and addicts share similar wiring ✔ How to break destructive cycles ✔ Why accountability is the foundation of growth ✔ How to live present instead of future-tripping or past-regretting

🌿 About Eric Korn

Eric Korn is the owner of Garden Artisan, a landscape design and installation company specializing in patios, walls, water features, outdoor lighting, and complete exterior transformations.

He is also an active member of the recovery community and has been sober for three and a half years. Through discipline, mindset shifts, fitness, and daily accountability, Eric rebuilt his life and business from the ground up.