I’m just a
regular dude who’s
trying to live my best life
If you check out Google, you might see things that say that I’m a sought after coach, in demand motivational speaker, and a best selling author. Yea, those things are true, but they don’t tell the whole story of who I REALLY am. The truth is… I’m just like you. I’m just a regular dude who’s trying to live my best life. And, more importantly, I’m trying to help others do the same.
I’m on a mission, through all of my work, to help as many people as I can create and live what I call UNCOMMON lives. Lives they wake up excited about getting to live and where they’re showing up as the best versions of themselves. Because another truth you should know about me is, I didn’t always love my life or myself. In fact, I downright hated both for a very long time. And it was out of my own personal struggles, growth journey, and some eventual wins that turned my life around, that this UNCOMMON life mission was born.
Now, I’m dedicated to sharing my story (good, bad, and ugly), along with the tips, tricks, and strategies that allowed me to transform my life, with anyone and everyone willing to listen, in hopes of helping them create a life they love too. I hope you’ll join me on this journey.
MY STORY
I was born and raised in Houston, TX, and was the youngest of five kids to a couple of high school dropouts. My dad had five kids by 21, and my mom had three by 20. Needless to say, there were some financial struggles growing up.
My life, from childhood through my mid 20’s, could be defined by a simple phrase – over achieving, but under believing. I was your textbook perfectionist, who sought validation by trying to be the absolute best at everything I did. Top student, top athlete, well liked. On the surface, I had it all going for me. I was even nicknamed “The Golden Boy.”
The problem was, behind the achievements and flashy smile, I was suffering. I had been dealing with anxiety and depression for years, but no one knew. It all came to a head when I was 24, and had my first panic attack. Those panic attacks eventually led to debilitating physical symptoms that had me seeing every medical specialist you could imagine.
After years of no answers, my depression got worse, and I almost lost my marriage and my life. Eventually, I was diagnosed with having physical manifestations of stress and anxiety. My life was an absolute mess, and I didn’t know why. So I set out to get answers.
I dove deep into the world of personal growth and development, and started studying successful people. Then, one day, it clicked – all of the issues I was having were because I wasn’t being the person I really wanted to be and I wasn’t living the life I really wanted to live. I was always that kid who felt like I was meant for more and that God put me on this earth for a purpose. But, rather than chasing my dreams and going after what I wanted, I was being held captive by limiting beliefs from my childhood. And I was settling for a life that was “good enough.”
After having my first child, I decided that I couldn’t tolerate the thought of telling my kids what I thought it looked like from the mountain top. So, I decided I was going to show them. I started taking steps and actions in the directions of my goals and dreams.
Has it been smooth sailing? Hell no! I’ve built businesses that have failed and fallen flat on my face more times than I care to admit. My journey has been filled with ups and downs, twists and turns. But I’ve also had some wins along the way. I’ve learned lessons and information that have transformed my health, finances, relationships, and business. I’ve been blessed with beautiful children and a thriving marriage. It has not been an easy road, but it’s been an amazing journey so far.
