Breaking The Chains: Brandon Marshall's Path To Self-Discovery

Host April DeMille interviews magazine photographer and author Brandon Marshall on Own Your Essence. Brandon reflects on turning 40, earning his GED, attending two semesters of school, and publishing his third book (having written six). He discusses quitting alcohol three times and deciding on December 11th to stop for good, while still using marijuana and periodic mushrooms for spiritual grounding. Brandon recounts childhood abuse, being malnourished by his stepmother, and drinking to numb hunger and gain courage, leading to violence, juvenile hall, jail, and two prison terms. A later incarceration in Arizona became a catalyst for change and future goals. He describes two years of celibacy, simplifying life, disconnecting from TV, spirituality, and his book “My Life as Soul Foods,” which shares real stories of trauma, growth, and awareness, alongside his photography as an identity anchor after prison.Born in Los Angeles, Brandon Marshall experienced significant instability early in life. After his parents separated when he was five years old, he moved back and forth between Los Angeles and the rural area of Valley Springs. During his childhood, he witnessed domestic violence and suffered abuse.Brandon began drinking at the age of 11 and was in juvenile hall by 17. Over the years, he spent time in six county jails and, by age 25, served his first prison term. He completed his last prison sentence at 30.Since then, Brandon has worked hard to rebuild his life and create a new path forward. Today, he shares his story of resilience, healing, and transformation.https://artbp13.com/professional-portfoliohttps://bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com/products/[email protected]✨ Work with April 1:1 If you’re looking to work with April privately, here are the booking links:30-Minute Intuitive Breakthrough Readinghttps://calendly.com/ownyouressencepodcast/intuitive-breakthrough-reading-with-april-demille45-Minute Intuitive Breakthrough Reading https://calendly.com/ownyouressencepodcast/intuitive-breakthrough-reading15-Minute Discovery Callhttps://calendly.com/ownyouressencepodcast/breakthrough-discovery-call-15-minute Send us Fan Mail Working with April 1:1