Wake Up The Sun

I met Sam years ago in the consumer products goods space as a referral from someone else. Although we didn't end up doing business together, she made a lasting impression on me. A full wattage smile, enthusiasm and kindness in her office was how I would remember her as years progressed. Not too long ago, Sam experience a serious low that almost cost her, her life. What went from a fun and growing career turned into a nightmare which led her down a path of confusion, isolation and eventually a deep depression.

Sam and I spoke after she walked through her experience and wanted to have her on the show to shed some light and help others. We spoke about our first initial interaction all the way to her being alone and isolating in her apartment up for days with insomnia. Her family and friends couldn't reach her and she walked through it all alone by her choice. What was born from that experience led her to where she is today. Im so grateful Sam decided to share her backstory growing up in an abusive household to walking through one of the darkest times in her life.

If you or anyone you know may be struggling there is hope and people that can help share their experience strength and hope. You can reach Sam on instagram @samwghanem or @think_sgink_branding or by her website www.thinksgink.com. We hope you enjoy the show!

Dominic would tell you that he does not have a crazy story but after sitting down and hearing about his life I can definitely tell you that his journey and how he made it to present day is something of a miracle.  Dom is 12 years sober as of this podcast and is a health and fitness coach online and across the globe. His persistence to become a trainer and work with one of the best in the industry proves his hunger and ability to keep going forward in spite of challenges. 

His sobriety story is one of repeated failure and bottoming out until he asked for proof and spoke into the universe that he was looking for a sign and a sign was presented. It changed his direction and he began, "stuck around" and kept coming back. Over the years Dom challenged himself and pushed the limits of what the body could do even by training for the LEADVILLE 100 which is a 100 mile race through the mountains of Colorado. While training for that he encountered some grueling mental and physical battles which created a new perspective on endurance racing and future races.

Today Dom likes to keep it simple. Being an awesome father to his son, Walks with his dogs, time with the people he loves and coaching others to improve their lives each and every day. You can find Dom on instagram @dapperdom10 or email at [email protected]. We hope you enjoy the show!

I met MJ though mutual friends and stopped by his new home in central Boca for some coffee and a chat. We discussed sobriety and our journeys that led us from rock bottom to living with purpose. As a recent transplant from the northeast, MJ shared about his time in the big cities, his other businesses in the clothing industry to what led him to create LOOSID. LOOSID is a free sober app that includes a sobriety tracker, sober community, daily gratitude, sober tips and more originally founded in 2018 and grew during the pandemic. It also has a sober dating feature for a monthly cost that connects sober singles to meet without the stigma of drinking surrounding it all. 

MJs story is like most alcoholics and addicts. His sobriety date is March 21, 2012 and his rock bottom led to his admittance of needing help and following through with the program and fellowship of AA. During his early sobriety he met a woman who's family had been struggling with addiction and rather than open multiple treatment centers that could only help a small amount they created LOOSID to connect and grow a sober community across the globe. 

His story is relatable and the process of following a passion to connect as many sober individuals will be the legacy of LOOSID. If you or a loved one are struggling please don't hesitate to reach out @loosidapp, @loosidsoberdating, @loosidsobershop, www.loosidapp.com, www.getloosid.com with any questions. We hope you enjoy the show!

I met Phil a couple years ago in the mental health and addiction counseling field. It has been an awesome experience getting to watch him grow and open his own private practice in Boca Raton Florida. 

In Phil’s approach to therapy, the therapist and client are like companions walking a path together in the woods, with an uneven and dark road that may also be intimidating. As therapists, our duty is to stand by your side, holding a flashlight over your shoulder to guide you toward the necessary steps to take on your own path. Sometimes, we may use sharp sticks or carrots to motivate you, but ultimately, it is your responsibility to put in the effort.

Phil's approach to life and helping others is nothing short of miraculous being that he himself struggled at one point. His decision to get clean, sober and find what he is passionate about makes the journey worthwhile. If you are a loved one is struggling or you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out to Phil at www.dudebreathecounseling.com Enjoy the show!

I had the opportunity to meet Alex at the start of the Boca Ballroom Battle for the Georgen Snow Scholarship Foundation. As a co-competitor we were thrown into group and individual dance lessons and had some time to chat in between. Getting to know Alex through his social media and all he and his family was up to was great but what peaked my interest the most is how he was heavily involved with helping in the substance abuse space with the Opioid epidemic. At the conclusion of the Battle, we had some time to sit down and talk all things routine, fatherhood, his first entrance into the philanthropic world, being a family man and always showing up with a smile on his face.

Alex is a wake up the sun kind of guy as he enjoys a run and workout prior to doing anything else and usually before anyone in his house is up. Following his morning routine he spends time with his family and drops the kids off to school before starting his work day at Priceless Solutions. Price Consulting Solutions provides expert services in fundraising, communications, PR, community and government affairs, associate engagement, and speaking. He tells his kids that starting strong and then finding someone to befriend and help during the day is what living a great life is all about. You can see that in how he, his amazing wife and family all interact and operate within our South Florida community.

"Start the day with intentionality and hit all the levels of physical, spiritual, mental and proper nutrition." Alex has made waves in the vast amount of businesses he has worked in and monies raised for National and local charities. His motto is simple in that you can reinvent yourself at any age and embrace the change. IF you want to get to know Alex you can reach him on his website at www.pricessolutions.com or on LinkedIn. We hope you enjoy the show!

I officially met Evan at the valet line after Boca Ballroom Battle in 2023. I had heard of red meat lovers club and its gregarious group of philanthropists and ended up standing next to Evan waiting for our cars for about 30 minutes and chatting about life, charity, his ability to bench 225 40 times and many other topics. We met a week later for a cigar and got to know each other and over the course of a year was his guest at several of his events benefitting different charities in the community. 

Evans background is in hospitality and as a former owner and manager of several restaurants in NYC he and his family moved down to Florida. His Red Meat Lovers club was something started in college and Tulane University and resurfaced with his moving to Florida and bringing people together. During the year he averages over 20 events benefiting different charities and bringing people together over good food, fellowship, fundraising and more. If you haven't been to one of the events then you are missing out and can find them on Eventbrite.

I sat down with Evan and discussed his belief in uniting community, causes and good food. His Master of Ceremonies skills are unmatched and the team of people that donate their time and resources are vast. He doesn't want to be average and leave a legacy of good will and connection while he's here on this planet.

If you are inspired or want to learn more please go visit their website www.RMLclub.com or on Facebook or instagram. We hope you enjoy the show!

I recently met Jason at our mutual friends event Hidden Summit in Naples Florida. Jason was one of the keynote speakers and delivered a highly memorable and knowledge based take on life. As a psychotherapist, Jason has worked in the field for over 20 years and as a son of two psychoanalysts he has been raised and brought up to know, speak on and help many people from all over the world.  His current practice is stationed in South Florida in Delray Beach.

What was amazing about Jasons story was how relatable and simple it was. From his childhood and journey into adulthood and what he overcame to be doing what he does today. While his professional career is that of a therapist he also travel and performs as a comedian and musician. He has balanced several passions that he once put off to the side because of some underlying fears he was telling himself.

Today Jason helps many people work through underlying issues and past traumas to become the best version of themselves. If you you would like to contact him you can reach him through instagram @jasonericross. We hope you enjoy the show!

I met Brian several years ago through mutual friends in the sober community. Immediately found out we shared the common affinity for golf and good times. Ive heard his story and have seen some of his work but not until recently after playing several rounds did I convince him to come on the show.

His journey is one of challenge and heartache. A seasoned hockey player at a young age and talent for hockey had him prepped for greatness and leaving his small community in South Boston. Through many trials his hockey career faded as his passion for drugs and alcohol became greater. He was no stranger to consequences and pain from his decisions and after years of trouble and strife he landed back in his hometown living in a halfway house with three other sober men fighting for his life.

By staying the course and listening to other sober men, he dove back into work and with his connections found opportunities that took him all over the world. Today he spends his time working with others in the coaching and consulting fields, has appeared in several blockbuster films as well as consulted on several scripts. He doesn't believe in coincidence but in God shots where God acts anonymously in his life and has provided him with so many fantastic opportunities. 

If you want to reach out and have questions or want to work with Brian you can connect with him on instagram @bsinsoflo. We hope you enjoy the show!

I met Kim years ago in the gym. A glowing smile, contagious and upbeat energy make it hard not to feel her presence in any room. Over the years I have watched her be of maximum service to the health and wellness community of South Florida with her 18+ years of service in a shared and now her own practice. Being that she is one of the most highly sought after practitioners, I had to wait months to get her to come by the studio and so grateful we had the chance to sit down and discuss the state of health, fitness, healing, medicine and what her take is on living he best life.

Kim owns and operates Evolve Acupuncture and Wellness. She and her team of amazing Women of Wellness help and aid anyone that has any health issues by taking a comprehensive and in depth approach to not just what ails them but there daily lives. From food, work, family, illness, routine etc she helps her clients find a way back to maximizing their health with small consistent actions that lead to the most impact.

We spoke about her own health journey, what fuels her desire to help others, her love and peace of her personal life and much more. Like anyone that comes on the show I could keep the show going for hours because we get to uncover so many great ideas, perspectives and shared experience, strength and hope. You can find Kim by visiting her website www.evolveacupunctureandwellness.com or on instagram @evolvedelray. Enjoy the show!

 I met Allison at the gym and we would always exchange a smile and good morning but that was about it. We never really spoke and over the months got to know her a little better and heard she had a wild story.  I thought what better way to get to know her journey than to have her on the show and share all ab out it. Prior to her joining me in the studio, I did a little research and have many questions and notes because it was unlike any other guest that I have had on the show. There are some similarities but her story is best told by her live and uncut.

A lifetime of chasing to fix herself and others by sheer force, manipulation and shaming  never worked and more recently she came to find something greater than herself. A newly found freedom in sobriety, sharing her authentic story and working with other women has given her new found purpose. She is set to release her own book, The Unbossing, has spoken on stages in a professional capacity and continues to share and connect with many across the country.

Her daily routine now differs hugely from the past and listening to her share of her time living on the streets to where she is today in extremely powerful. You can follow her on instagram @therealbossdoss  or her own website www.allisondoss.com. One of the most open and honest stories Ive heard in a long time so enjoy the show and have a most triumphant day!