Warriors Unmasked

Some people think that the road to recovery is an easy path if you just put one foot in front of the other. For many, that may be the case. However, the majority of addicts find that their road to recovery has more than a few setbacks, detours, and even off-ramps at times. Conquering your demons may not be a straightforward road, but it will always lead to breakthroughs and empowerment. Don't take our word for it, just ask today's guest!

Welcome back to another episode of Warriors Unmasked! While Clint is out changing the world on his own, it's just me Chuck this week joined by our incredible guest, Brad Siroski. Brad is a cancer survivor, recovering alcoholic and drug addict, professional speaker, outreach addictions counselor, father, and mental health advocate.

During our conversation, Brad lets us in on what it was like growing up in the 1970s and early 80s in a very firm household that often used the phrase "children were meant to be seen and not heard." This environment is what ultimately planted the seeds of self-doubt, insecurities, and fear that bloomed into extreme social anxiety by the age of 13. He found himself fearing adults and teachers because he was afraid to speak up, this fear started to creep into other areas of his young life, and he started to find it hard to make friends.

Everything changed for Brad when he had his first drink of alcohol. For the first time in his life, he wasn't nervous to put himself out there and make friends. Through a series of events after that night, Brad became the life of the party and eventually started working in a nightclub. He fell into the wrong crowd and turned to a life of substance abuse. After suffering a heart attack induced by cocaine and alcohol, Brad found himself at a crossroads.

Hit play to hear how Brad's incredible story ends up! You'll hear all the ups and downs of how he got clean, relapsed, and got clean again, and how he is now making the world a better place. You'll notice a recurring theme in Brad's story is perseverance. Not only will you hear how he overcame many hurdles in his addiction, but Brad also shares how he faced a cancer diagnosis head-on and is now living cancer-free.

This episode will leave you with compassion, and empathy, to feeling hopeful and completely empowered. If you have found yourself in a dark season and don't know where to turn, we all are here to help. Reach out to us or Brad if you need someone to talk to! Connect with us through the links below.

More Of What's Inside:

• Growing up with social anxiety
• How alcoholism and addiction can start
• The truth about getting clean
• Dealing with an unexpected cancer diagnosis
• There is always someone to talk to
• When Brad lost all hope and hit rock bottom
• Why you need to be aware of old habits
• Stopping the vicious cycle of addiction
• When your body can't take care of itself
• And much more!

GUEST LINKS:

• Website: www.bradsiroski.com
• Email: [email protected]

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• malarchuk.com/book
• malarchuk.com
• www.thecompassionateconnection.com
• www.warriorsunmasked.com
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• Like us on Facebook
• Subscribe To Our YouTube
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Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:08 What to expect today
• 1:45 Thank you to today's sponsor
• 3:58 What childhood was like for Brad
• 13:41 When Brad knew he had to change
• 19:15 The ugly side of backsliding
• 23:03 Keeping an eye on old habits
• 27:52 When the cycle finally ended
• 34:00 Finding happiness in sobriety
• 39:00 Healthy ways to deal with anger
• 42:09 How Brad is making the world a better place
• 46:40 Everything happens for a good reason
• 57:42 How to connect with Brad

Disclaimer: In today's content our guest shares his story that includes multiple accounts of sexual abuse, growing up with a Father that has an abusive side, and more. If any of these topics can be triggering for you, we give you permission to skip this episode for now and come back when you are ready. We have over 70+ incredible stories to hear on our previous episodes you may enjoy instead!

Welcome back to another episode of Warriors Unmasked! Today Clint is out saving the world so it's just Chuck here to introduce you to our incredible guest Patrick Portman. As a consultant, Patrick is passionate about helping businesses, schools, and organizations to understand addiction, child sex abuse, infertility, the deaf culture, and relational intimacy. Patrick and his wife, Misty, are co-hosts of the tv show Tackling Life as well as the podcast by the same name. He received his bachelor's in Psychology from Liberty University and master in Neuropsychology from Harvard University. Patrick has published multiple books and more!

As you may have read in the disclaimer, Patrick has experienced more than enough trauma in his life. Listen in as Patrick shares his journey from being the oldest boy of seven children, growing up beside a sex offender, having a Father that suffered from mental health issues, to being sexually molested as an adult.

Even though each of those seasons was a dark time for Patrick, he decided to turn his story around by asking for help and started to take the steps to find healing. This one decision changed Patrick's life from the inside out and now he is overcoming his traumatic wounds, and living a life full of purpose, full of love, and full of service to others. This type of transformation is nothing short of inspiring! Hit play to dive into our conversation now.

If you have been listening for a while, you know that we will do everything we can to equip you with the tools and recourses you need to win any mental health battle that comes your way.

That's why we want to encourage you to listen to the end of the show to hear about Patrick's new non-profit and how he is providing training, resources, and diagnostic services to help along anyone's journey.

To learn more about anything you heard in today's show, scroll down to see all the links!

More Of What's Inside:

• The difference between adult and childhood trauma
• The danger of suppressing emotions
• How everything happens for a reason
• You are not alone! Others feel the same.
• Why Patrick is passionate about helping others
• A look into "Tackling Life" Patrick's weekly TV show
• Doing what it takes to heal
• Trying to be normal when nothing is normal
• And much more!

GUEST LINKS:

• www.lifetools.online
• http://lifehealingcenters.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/lifetoolsinc
• [email protected]

LINKS:

• malarchuk.com/book
• malarchuk.com
• www.thecompassionateconnection.com
• www.warriorsunmasked.com
• Follow us on Instagram
• Like us on Facebook
• Subscribe To Our YouTube
• My Community Contact

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:02 What's inside today's episode
• 1:37 Thank you to today's sponsors
• 2:32 Get to know Patrick Portman
• 5:00 Growing up in an unsafe environment
• 9:50 The results of trying to earn love
• 14:40 When things started to change for the better
• 18:00 The events that allowed Patrick to heal
• 29:36 How Patrick and his wife fell in love
• 33:52 A look into Patrick's TV show
• 37:20 Free resources for your mental health journey
• 47:40 Patrick's advice for everyone listening

Countless studies have shown that some of the top traumatic events that could happen in someone's life include the loss of a child, divorce, and the loss of a spouse. Any one of these events would challenge even the "strongest" men…but imagine if all three of these tragic events happened within a few years and to make matters worse, what if all of these events happened due to avoidable substance abuse. For most of us, this type of pain and loss would be unfathomable, but today's guest knows first-hand how this situation feels.

Welcome back to another episode of Warriors Unmasked! Today we sit down with Father, Author, Founder of his own nonprofit Choices Network Limited, Podcast hosts of Living Undeterred, and Mental Health Advocate, Mr. Jeff Johnson! Jeff will take a deep dive into his journey and the fateful day in October of 2006 that changed his life forever. In the face of great loss, Jeff soon realized that he had two options. He could go down a road of anger and despair and become bitter, or he could use his situation as motivation to become better. He chose the latter.

His story will teach you that pain is unavoidable in this life but suffering is a choice. Hit play to hear how his journey with grief has helped him create a war chest of coping mechanisms and how he is improving his mental health day by day. You'll also hear how he took a step back in his career as a financial advisor and turned his attention toward making a difference and is now using his story to serve and impact others who may be facing their own battles.

In this conversation, you'll learn more about Jeff's non-profit, and how he is dedicated to educating kids, parents, teachers & coaches on the importance of making positive choices, get a look into how first book "This One's For You: An Inspirational Journey Through Addiction, Death and Meaning", resources to help develop alternative solutions to the mental health and addiction crises, and so much more!

We hope you enjoy this content as much as we did. As always, if you ever need someone to talk to or if you are struggling with negative/suicidal thoughts, we are here for you! Scroll down to see the links below and connect with us or Jeff today.

More Of What's Inside:

• The pain of losing a son
• When addiction consumes you
• When alcohol feels like the only option
• There is no time frame for grieving
• How to be proactive about your mental health
• What it takes to grow in self-awareness
• A look into Jeff's national speaking tour
• The #1 book everyone should read
• Allowing yourself to be a work in progress
• And much more!

GUEST LINKS:

• http://www.LivingUndeterred.com
• https://www.livingundetoured.com
• http://www.TheChoicesNetwork.org
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-a-johnston
• Facebook: Living Undeterred: https://www.facebook.com/LivingUndeterred
• Twitter: undeterreddad: https://twitter.com/undeterreddad
• Youtube: Living Undeterred: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmGZTTnszWNlkG0sIGcp-YQ
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingundeterred

LINKS:

• malarchuk.com/book
• malarchuk.com
• www.thecompassionateconnection.com
• www.warriorsunmasked.com
• Follow us on Instagram
• Like us on Facebook
• Subscribe To Our YouTube
• My Community Contact

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:02 Get to know Mr. Jeff Johnson
• 1:33 Thank you to today's sponsors
• 4:22 the phone call that changed Jeff's family forever
• 9:45 The two ways alcoholism can end
• 13:24 The best question you could ask yourself
• 17:17 The danger of taking shortcuts with grieving
• 24:20 Creating a war chest of copping mechanisms
• 29:17 How Jeff honors his loved ones with tattoos
• 35:00 You can't bankrupt passion
• 38:01 How to connect with Jeff
• 41:41 The importance of avoiding toxic relationship
• 50:12 Just be better than you were yesterday

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 18.4 million children (1 in 4) live without a biological, step, or adoptive Father in the home. When you zoom out to a global perspective, that number, unfortunately only gets bigger. Researching the statistics and facts about what happens to children that grow up with no father is truly heartbreaking.

That's just one of the reasons why today's story is so empowering. Whether you grew up in an unstable home or just had bad cards handed to you early, this conversation will prove that anyone can take their past pains and turn them into a catalyst for success.

Welcome back for episode 69 of Warriors Unmasked! Today we are joined by former police officer turned coach and speaker, Dave Algeo! He is on a mission to help others reclaim their spirit of adventure and live big by identifying the small but significant changes anyone can make to transform their lives from the inside out.

Listen in as Dave shares how he recognized the "default mode" he was operating from and how growing up with no father made him feel like he was never good enough. In this episode, Dave shares how he identified this limiting belief and the practical steps he took to change the negative narrative in his head that began when he was just a boy. Hit play to hear why we think these practical tips and tricks should be in everyone's mental health toolbox!

Dave also shares how his time as a Police officer and being a first responder taught him how to manage stress and anxiety to a high level. These high-pressure days are what made Dave appreciate the importance of self-compassion and why he is passionate about sharing these positive coping tools.

You'll also hear how Dave found it in himself to forgive people who hurt him in the past, how he unlocked his passion to serve and protect others, how to rewrite your negative thoughts, and so much more! We hope this episode inspires you as much as it did us. To connect with us or Dave, scroll down to see the links!

Always in your corner,

Chuck and Clint

More Of What's Inside:

• How to know if a problem is worth your time
• Identifying your negative thought patterns
• How your body remembers the trauma
• Your parents are just people
• Encouragement everyone needs in 2022
• The murder case that changed Dave
• Life in ​​"The Great Down Under"
• Finding the bravery to ask for help
• Re-shape, Re-group, Re-design!
• And much more!

GUEST LINKS:

• www.restlessmidlifer.com
• [email protected]

LINKS:

• malarchuk.com/book
• malarchuk.com
• www.thecompassionateconnection.com
• www.warriorsunmasked.com
• Follow us on Instagram
• Like us on Facebook
• Subscribe To Our YouTube
• My Community Contact

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:02 What's Inside's Today's episode
• 1:29 Thank you to our sponsors
• 2:22 Get to know Dave: A look into his journey
• 2:19 What life was like growing up without a Dad
• 9:45 Learning how to give grace to parents
• 12:30 Changing your default modes
• 20:20 The case that changed Dave's life
• 25:56 When your body remembers the trauma
• 28:00 When Dave left the police force
• 36:56 Small but sustainable habit changes
• 42:10 How to follow Dave's journey
• 45:36 Tips to overcome the feeling of overwhelm

Welcome back to another episode of Warriors Unmasked! If we had to sum up today's conversation in just one word…we would have to choose the word "wow."

From non-verbal to radio announcer. From social outcast to leader of change. From debilitating OCD, Autism, and Anxiety to mental health warrior. These are just a few examples of how our guest today has transformed his life one day at a time. This story will take you from feeling heartbreak and sadness to feeling encouraged, heart warmed, and empowered. Hit play to join the conversation with Blake Priddle!

In this episode, Blake shares how being diagnosed with autism at age six, followed by an OCD diagnosis only a few years later at age eleven led to a less than ideal high school experience. After being bullied and picked on for years, compounded by the inescapable reality that he really was different than everyone else left him feeling alone and contemplated taking his own life.

Hear how Blake overcame the darkness and found not only his voice but what he calls his "rightful place in society." This story is so impactful to anyone who may be battling their own challenges in life. Whether it be autism, anxiety, OCD, depression, or anything in between, Blake is living proof that we all have the ability to break stereotypes and redefine what success looks like for those living with an "invisible" illness.

You'll also hear a sneak peek into Blake's newest book, "Good Morning, Blake....Growing Up Autistic And Being Okay", how growing up with autism made Blake a better friend, practical tips for managing your day with an OCD/anxious mind, why adults need to take a stand for the next generations mental health and more.

We hope this episode serves as a beacon of light for those who may be struggling. As always, if you found this Podcast and you feel like you have no one to talk to and nowhere to turn…this isn't an accident. Reach out to us if you need a safe place to talk! Links below to learn more.

Always in your corner,

Chuck and Clint

More Of What's Inside:

• Panic attack vs. temper tantrums
• Things that can set off an autistic child
• How autism and OCD can be related
• Being the parent of an autistic kid
• Blake's passion for writing
• How Blake fell in love with radio
• Tips for teachers on how to stop bullies
• How to find your happiness
• And much more!

Connect With Blake:

• [email protected]
• www.blakecrashpriddle.com

Connect with Clint and Chuck:

• malarchuk.com/book
• malarchuk.com
• www.thecompassionateconnection.com
• www.warriorsunmasked.com
• Follow us on Instagram
• Like us on Facebook
• Subscribe To Our YouTube
• My Community Contact

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:02 What you can expect from today's conversation
• 3:05 The beginning of Blake's journey to identity
• 6:52 How Blake managed his OCD during the pandemic
• 9:12 The positive side of growing up autistic
• 15:08 What led Blake to his radio career
• 19:18 When things started to change for the better
• 23:33 The feeling of being different
• 26:57 A sneak peek into Blake's new book
• 33:48 How Blake's teachers helped him feel included
• 36:02 What a good day of managing ODC, Autism, and Anxiety looks like
• 40:09 How to get a copy of Blake's book

The phrase above represents the assumption of many when it comes to the successful. Culture suggests that just because you are a successful athlete or entrepreneur, you should have everything together. This common misconception has caused a lot of internal stress for high performers and is what keeps emotions "bottled up."

On the other hand, culture also assumes that just because you maybe come from a broken family or grew up on the wrong side of town, your future is already predetermined, so why even try reaching for something more? In today's episode, we leave all the assuming behind and talk about seeing past face value and knowing people where it matters. Their heart.

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked! Today we welcome former athlete, professional speaker, and founder of Crossroad Moments, André Allen. André shares his faith-filled journey of growing up in Mississippi, the harsh transition of his parent's divorce, and the moment that changed his perspective forever. You'll hear how moving to a more integrated city made André realize we are not just skin deep and how communication is the key to unlocking new doors and becoming all you can be.

Join the conversation as Andre talks about how God used sports and athletics to help him become the first college graduate in his family. Because of his hard work and discipline, generations after him can now reach for a brighter future. André isn't just a trailblazer in education, though; listen in as we talk about the crossroads moment André experienced during the toughest time of his life and how reaching out (something he had never learned in his family) made all the difference and set course for the impactful life he leads today.

This episode is sure to leave you empowered and hopeful! Hit play to learn how to overcome your own "crossroads moment" and how you can take action towards a better future today. Remember, the door is always open for those who have the courage to seek help. For more resources or to connect with us, check out the links below!

Always in your corner,

Chuck and Clint

More Of What's Inside:

• How divorce affected 11-year-old André
• Looking at someone's heart, not their skin
• What builds a true leader
• The domino of being the first to go to college
• Owning the power you have to change the world
• Finding your circle of people you trust
• Relearning how to approach life
• What to do if you reach a crossroads
• The importance of loving yourself
• Why you should give yourself a chance
• And much more!

Connect With André:

• Website: https://crossroadmoments.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HighFivePillars/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/high5pillars/

Connect with Clint and Chuck:

• malarchuk.com/book
• malarchuk.com
• www.thecompassionateconnection.com
• www.warriorsunmasked.com
• Follow us on Instagram
• Like us on Facebook
• Subscribe To Our YouTube
• My Community Contact

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:02 - What to expect today!
• 2:27 - Welcome, trailblazer André Allen
• 5:56 - Growing up with racial tension in Mississippi
• 12:08 - The moment André's world opened up
• 16:39 - Communication is powerful
• 19:14 - How sports taught André to be a leader
• 27:04 - The hardest time in André's life
• 31:16 - Overcoming mental adversity with people you trust
• 38:11 - Understanding the struggle of athletes
• 44:32 - The heart of Crossroad Moments

For most veterans, returning to civilian life is the hardest part of coming home. PTSD and other mental illnesses can take a toll that many don't have the skills to handle. Today, you'll hear how one Air Force veteran is working to better that.

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked! We sit down to talk with Professional MMA fighter and former Air Force combat controller, Connor Matthews. Connor takes us on an incredible journey from growing up with ADHD and the sports that kept him focused, to fighting in Afghanistan and those same practices that brought him peace after returning home.

Listen in as Connor talks about the benefits of sports in the lives of people dealing with ADHD and how learning that discipline at a young age lead him to become an elite member of the U.S. Air Force. We talk about his life after service, the struggle of finding a new normal, and how martial arts gave him the skills to deal with his PTSD and live life with a new purpose.

Whether you or someone you know has served in the military this episode is sure to bring a little more hope for the future of our veterans. For more resources or to get in touch, check out the links below!

More Of What's Inside:

• What life looks like with ADHD
• Giving up a life goal and finding a new purpose
• Becoming a jack of all trades in the military
• The struggle of returning to civilian life after combat
• The tools that kept Connor in a good mental space
• Finding the right support system for you
• The best way to deal with traumatic experiences
• You don't have to be the best, just consistent
• The slippery slope of alcohol and drugs
• How veterans can find support
• And much more!

Connect With Connor:

• Website: https://opvetnow.org/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operationvetnow
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationvetnow/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/operation-vet-now/?viewAsMember=true

Connect with Clint and Chuck:

• malarchuk.com/book
• malarchuk.com
• www.thecompassionateconnection.com
• www.warriorsunmasked.com
• Follow us on Instagram
• Like us on Facebook
• Subscribe To Our YouTube
• My Community Contact

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:02 - What we cover today!
• 2:21 - Introducing Connor Matthews
• 5:22 - Growing up with ADHD
• 9:42 - The moment Connor's life changed
• 14:28 - Why Connor became a combat controller
• 19:49 - The pressure of fighting in Afghanistan
• 26:35 - Connor's Life after returning to America
• 32:59 - Navigating the struggle of PTSD
• 37:11 - How MMA saved Connor's life
• 44:14 - Connor's advice for you
• 46:13 - For veterans who need a little extra support

Sometimes, when you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or really any mental health issue the last thing you want to do is get up and move. However, exercising and even moving around is a powerful tool that can quiet your thoughts and help you live a life of peace.

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked! Today we sit down with the coach and author of "Shattered to the Core", the #1 new release for loss and love, Valerie Walsh. For more than twenty-five years, Valerie has been dedicated to helping others achieve their physical fitness goals. After the loss of her mother to suicide in 2013 and battling growing anxiety and depression, Valerie began her journey of getting to the core of who she really is.

Join us as we talk about Valerie's journey from growing up with an alcoholic mother to developing the addiction for herself and how she has managed to overcome that addiction and live life with peace. Listen in as Valerie talks about the events that led to the eventual publication of her book and her best tips and practices to get up, get moving, and start your own mental health journey.

So hit play, sit back and relax because Valerie's story is one that will inspire and empower you. For more resources, check out the links below!

More Of What's Inside:

• Growing up with an alcoholic
• Stop saying you're "fine"
• The power in surrender
• Why you shouldn't fight your anxiety
• How writing helped Valerie cope
• A new perspective of suicide
• The importance of accountability
• Why movement is non-negotiable
• Tips to improve your daily life
• What to do when you can't exercise
• And much more!

GUEST LINKS:

• Book:https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737957124
• Website: https://valeriejwalsh.com/
• Twitter: ValerieWalsh14
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriewalsh14/

LINKS:

• malarchuk.com/book
• malarchuk.com
• www.thecompassionateconnection.com
• www.warriorsunmasked.com
• Follow us on Instagram
• Like us on Facebook
• Subscribe To Our YouTube
• My Community Contact

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:02 - What we cover today
• 2:22 - Introducing Valerie Walsh
• 3:45 - Valerie's early life
• 7:43 - Why you aren't "complaining"
• 10:55 - Valerie's first sip
• 14:42 - Taking back the power from anxiety
• 19:20 - The events that inspired Valerie's book
• 24:50 - Why self-care is important
• 27:27 - How a coping mechanism turned into a book
• 30:05 - When Valerie learned more about her mother
• 34:45 - How Valerie overcame alcoholism
• 39:55 - The powerful tool of movement
• 44:15 - 3 Daily tips to improve your mental health
• 45:17 - Where to find Valerie
• 47:25 - Valerie's advice to you
• 48:07 - Closing thoughts

When it comes to your journey with mental health, there is one component that always gets the ball rolling: acceptance. When we live in denial or resist what is disturbing us, it only prolongs our suffering and, most times takes a toll on our self-image. So, if you're looking for a way to overcome your struggles and be your true self every day, this episode is for you.

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked! Today we sit down with life and executive coach and mental health advocate Kristin Taylor. Join us as Kristin talks about her journey from growing up as a hyper-sensitive kid with anxiety-induced tummy issues to learning self-love and compassion, allowing her to live her life boldly and authentically.

Kristin talks about the signs of hyper-sensitivity, how it manifests in kids and adults, and how you can support those struggling with it. Listen in as we talk about committing fully to living authentically, taking responsibility for the hard things in your life, and why one of the best things you can do for yourself is just to give yourself some love. Now, we know, the journey to healing is not an easy path, but when you hit play, you'll hear just what's on the other side of your 'yes'.

Kristin's story is an incredible example of what perseverance, courage, and focusing on mental health can do in your life.

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow and share it with your friends and family. For more resources or to connect with Kristin, check out the links below!

More Of What's Inside:

• Pretending to have it all together
• Growing up with anxiety
• Looking at your sensitivity as a gift
• Understanding that healing takes time
• Being ok with getting messy
• Are you willing to show up as your authentic self?
• Permission to set boundaries in your life
• Learning self-compassion
• Being aware of what your thoughts are saying
• Responding vs. reacting
• And much more!

GUEST LINKS:

• Website: https://www.kristintaylorconsulting.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristintaylorconsulting
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/narrativebasedstudentcoaching/

LINKS:

• malarchuk.com/book
• malarchuk.com
• www.thecompassionateconnection.com
• www.warriorsunmasked.com
• Follow us on Instagram
• Like us on Facebook
• Subscribe To Our YouTube
• My Community Contact

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:02 - What we cover today
• 2:25 - Introducing Kristin Taylor
• 3:58 - How Kristin started her journey
• 7:10 - Dealing with anxiety as a child
• 12:27 - Examples of a sensitive child
• 17:50 - When you're an old soul
• 22:30 - How Kristin began healing
• 28:01 - Doing the hard work
• 34:16 - What happens when you show your authentic self
• 39:24 - What mindfulness and self-compassion looks like
• 47:54 - Your first step to healing
• 50:13 - Where to find Kristin
• 53:52 - Kristin's advice for you
• 54:51 - Closing thoughts

If you've been listening to Warrior's Unmasked for a while you know that tragedy is something that can happen at any time. Like today's guest, who experienced death at only ten years old, but that doesn't mean his story ends there…

Welcome back to Warriors Unmasked! Today we sit down with speaker, coach, author, and mental health advocate Ari Gunzburg. Listen in as Ari takes us on a journey throughout his life, from the fateful day his 4th-grade teacher died, to struggling as a teen, and eventually heading out on his own and refocusing his life for the better.

Join us as Ari shares a glimpse into his packed life, with stories of the people who have helped him along the way, God's moves within his life, what finally changed his perspective, and even his advice to those who may be struggling as well! You'll hear how he dedicates his time to helping those who are in need of a little hope, and how he helps with just one person at a time.

So sit back, hit play, and relax, and if you enjoyed this episode make sure to subscribe or share with a friend! For more resources or to connect with Ari, check out the links below!

More Of What's Inside:

• Experiencing tragedy at 10 years old
• Understanding the beauty of the circle of life
• Moments when God's hand was present
• Learning to let go of controlling everything
• How Ari handled the death of his teacher
• The "brothers" that helped Ari refocus his life
• How Ari found his passion for speaking
• Why your story matters
• Where to find Ari's book
• The 5 keys to greatness
• And much more!

GUEST LINKS:

• Website: https://www.arigunzburg.com/
• Website: https://www.5keystogreatness.com/
• Website: https://littlebookofgreatness.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arigunz/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AriGunzburg/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/AriGunzburg
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcTme9CXv-r9DP8r4HzM5cQ
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arigunz/

LINKS:

• malarchuk.com/book
• malarchuk.com
• www.thecompassionateconnection.com
• www.warriorsunmasked.com
• Follow us on Instagram
• Like us on Facebook
• Subscribe To Our YouTube
• My Community Contact

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:02 - What we cover today
• 2:24 - Introducing Ari Gunzburg
• 3:20 - Ari's younger years
• 9:06 - Acknowledging the worlds around us
• 12:19 - The moment that changed Ari's life
• 16:40 - Understanding the unexplainable
• 23:51 - When they found the edge of the woods
• 25:43 - Leaving school in 7th grade
• 31:55 - Struggling as a teen
• 37:39 - The influence Ari needed
• 40:50 - Searching for more fulfillment in life
• 44:37 - The first time Ari told his story
• 48:43 - Why your story doesn't disqualify you
• 51:35 - A book you shouldn't miss!
• 57:43 - Ari's advice for you
• 1:03:16 - Closing thoughts