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OVERCOMING ADVERSITY, BUILDING THROUGH BODYBUILDING & LIVING WITH RADICAL OWNERSHIP WITH BEN MAYFIELD-SMITH | EP. 203

from Chasing Clarity: Health & Fitness Podcast · host Brandon DaCruz

In this episode of the Chasing Clarity Health & Fitness Podcast, I’m joined by Ben Mayfield-Smith for a raw and honest conversation that goes far beyond reps, macros, and training splits.We dive deep into the pivotal moments that shaped who we are from career-altering accidents to caring for terminally ill family members and how adversity became the catalyst for personal growth, mindset evolution, and purpose.Together, we unpack:How major life events reshape your identityThe mindset shift required to rebuild yourself after traumaWhat bodybuilding teaches beyond the stageTime management, work ethic & using failure as feedbackWhat it means to live with radical extreme ownershipTurning personal pain into purpose, leadership & serviceThis one’s for anyone who’s ever been knocked down and had to rebuild from the ground up.WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME:Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/Email: [email protected] Info on Brandon’s Coaching Services: https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiryBrandon’s Website: https://www.brandondacruzfit.comMy Reading Recommendations: THE MUSCLE & STRENGTH PYRAMIDS https://getdpd.com/cart/hoplink/25469?referrer=1l54og96lf1ccw

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