Christopher Weedon

**Trigger Warning: Rape, Suicide.** Today’s guest has turned a traumatic experience that left her with PTSD to her mission of helping others through her foundation. Tune in to hear Michelle’s powerful story. Resources + Links: Follow Be Daring on Instagram  Follow us on Instagram The podcast @mentallyshreddedpodcast Your Host, Christopher @wearementallyshredded The Foundation @mentallyshreddedfoundation Check out our sponsor DECK Leadership deckleadership.com Show Notes: How can you go from victim to victorious? In this episode, we’re inspired by Michelle as she shares the darkest experiences of her life, and how she is now making a difference for others. There are some heavy topics in this episode from rape, to suicide, so make sure to take this at your own pace. Michelle shares her experience with PTSD and what she is now doing with her foundation to impact the world for good. We dive into the power of loving yourself first, the impact of your mental health on every area of your life, and why we all need

Do you have friends who are focusing on their growth? I’m joined by friends as we dive into lessons we’ve learned from relationships, mentors and leaning into our faith. Resources + Links: Connect with Brandon on Instagram @mad_nashville Connect with DeMikael on Instagram @demike1992 Follow us on Instagram The podcast @mentallyshreddedpodcast Your Host, Christopher @wearementallyshredded The Foundation @mentallyshreddedfoundation Check out our sponsor DECK Leadership deckleadership.com Show Notes: We’re back with another great conversation about growth and the power of mindset! In this episode, Brandon and DeMikael share lessons they’ve learned from relationships, mentors, MMA Fighters, and faith. Your mindset and connection to source are powerful tools. Tune in to hear the experiences we’ve each had whether it be in our career choices, or taking lessons from fighters before they even enter the ring.  04:00 Lessons from fatherhood, mentors, and business. 10:15 What happens when you go all in on your dreams?

Ben De la Cour is here with an honest conversation about how he’s done the work, and is doing the work to help the next generation be Mentally Shredded. Resources + Links: Follow Ben on Instagram @bendelacoursucks Follow us on Instagram The podcast @mentallyshreddedpodcast Your Host, Christopher @wearementallyshredded The Foundation @mentallyshreddedfoundation Check out our sponsor DECK Leadership deckleadership.com Show Notes: We’re back with another incredible personal story and what it’s looked like to not only become mentally shredded yourself, but to help others become mentally shredded too! Ben De La Cour is here sharing how music has become his medium for healing and helping others. We get into a lot of different topics about the challenges we face today, and how we can be the change we want to see in the world! 07:40 Helping at-risk youth.  10:30 How have life experiences been the best teacher of self awareness?  15:30 Are Master's the new Bachelor’s degrees? 20:00 Impacts as the cost of living

Are you being intentional about the circle of people closest to you? Resources + Links: Connect with Chelsie on Instagram @chelsie_indovino Follow us on Instagram The podcast @mentallyshreddedpodcast Your Host, Christopher @wearementallyshredded The Foundation @mentallyshreddedfoundation Check out our sponsor DECK Leadership deckleadership.com Show Notes: How do you find the right therapist for you? It can be intimidating, vulnerable, and you might not “get it right” on the first try. Don’t give up! In this episode, Chelsie is sharing her journey of depression and anxiety to how she’s surrounded herself with the right people, both professionally and in her close friend group. We also dive into her book, and fully trusting in God’s timing as you’re preparing to meet your spouse. This is a must for everyone to listen to because your closest friends are the ones that will influence your life the most. Make sure you are setting yourself up for success with the right community around you.  01:00 Meet former pro

How do things like ultra marathons and CBD help you become mentally shredded? Today’s guest dives into the practices she has to stay on top of her game mentally, and as an athlete! Resources + Links: Connect with Heather Jacoby on Instagram: @HHJacoby Connect with Ase Pure Naturals on Instagram: @asepurenaturals Follow us on Instagram The podcast @mentallyshreddedpodcast Your Host, Christopher @wearementallyshredded The Foundation @mentallyshreddedfoundation Check out our sponsor DECK Leadership deckleadership.com Show Notes: Let's talk about mental resilience, endurance running, personal growth, and the potential benefits of CBD. Today’s guest, Heather Jacoby shares her strategies for managing time and improving focus, equipping individuals with tools to enhance productivity. We talk about the concept of being "mentally shredded," the mindset required to overcome challenges and thrive in difficult times, and the power of exercise, particularly endurance running. Drawing from her own experiences

Your words are impacting how you feel about yourself and your circumstances one way or another. It’s literally a matter of breathing life or death into yourself. Choose wisely. Resources + Links: Connect with Chrissy on Instagram @blisswithchriss Learn more on her website https://www.blisswithchriss.com/ Follow us on Instagram The podcast @mentallyshreddedpodcast Your Host, Christopher @wearementallyshredded The Foundation @mentallyshreddedfoundation Check out our sponsor DECK Leadership deckleadership.com Show Notes: When you woke up this morning, did you intentionally set yourself up for success, or have you been reactive towards what the day throws your way? In this episode, I’m joined by Chrissy Kyles. Chrissy is in college preparing to become a counselor, she’s a fellow believer in positive affirmations, the power of words, and how we can improve our lives and relationships through active listening. Tune in to hear Chrissy’s experience going into a field that helps her know she’s making an impact, and

You are the director of your life, and you have the opportunity to rewrite your script every new day. How do you want to show up? Resources + Links: Follow Johnathan on Instagram @gormanjf Check out Jonathan’s book https://inspiredbyjg.com/ Follow us on Instagram The podcast @mentallyshreddedpodcast Your Host, Christopher @wearementallyshredded The Foundation @mentallyshreddedfoundation Check out our sponsor DECK Leadership deckleadership.com Show Notes: I met today’s guest on set at a movie we were both working on. Jonathan Gorman is a coach, author, actor, and believer that we have the ability to evolve and become the best version of ourselves. Jonathan and I both talk about the power of showing up fully with your God given gifts. The world needs more people who believe that they are the author of their lives and director of their “life movie”.Tune in to hear Jonathan's process for writing his book and what he’s learned about himself and those around him along the way! 03:30 What led you to writing your

More on my own story, and the 4 pillars I think every person should strengthen in their lives! Resources + Links: Follow us on Instagram The podcast @mentallyshreddedpodcast Your Host, Christopher @wearementallyshredded The Foundation @mentallyshreddedfoundation Check out our sponsor DECK Leadership deckleadership.com Show Notes: How would you rate your mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellness? In this episode, you get to hear from me, your host Christopher Weedon. I’m here to share more of my own personal journey with anxiety and depression growing up and how I began to rebuild my foundation through 4 pillars. Tune in as I share origin story of the Mentally Shredded Foundation, the importance of who you’re surrounding yourself with, and checking in on which of the 4 pillars you want to set some goals around to be, Mentally Shredded! 01:00 Rebuilding my own foundation and creating the foundation for Mentally Shredded. 05:15 My first experiences with anxiety growing up. 14:00 The power of having the

Heather Lynn is breaking down some major lessons she’s learned over years of healing from the traumatic loss of her brother and dad in two separate car accidents. Resources + Links: Follow Heather on Instagram @ontwowheels_hls Follow us on Instagram The podcast @mentallyshreddedpodcast Your Host, Christopher @wearementallyshredded The Foundation @mentallyshreddedfoundation Check out our sponsor DECK Leadership deckleadership.com Show Notes: How do you navigate life after tragedy? How do you prepare for and navigate setbacks? In this episode, I’m joined by former bodybuilder, and cycling enthusiast, Heather Lynn! After the tragic loss of both her brother and father in two completely different car accidents, Heather shares how she navigated loss and what that has looked like over the years as she’s done personal development work. Having tools and healthy focuses helps you navigate the challenges of life! Tune in to hear what that looks like for both of us, especially with this episode being recorded just days a

You are not alone. We hope you feel supported when you listen to this podcast or check out the art of today’s guest, Haley Weaver! Resources + Links: Connect with Haley  Instagram @haleydrewthis Follow us on Instagram The podcast @mentallyshreddedpodcast Your Host, Christopher @wearementallyshredded The Foundation @mentallyshreddedfoundation Check out our sponsor DECK Leadership deckleadership.com Show Notes: A common theme I see when talking to people who experience anxiety and depression is the relief we’ve felt when being able to open up to someone that is a safe space. Haley Weaver is on the podcast, and she’s here sharing the back story and behind the scenes of a safe space she’s created on the internet to make sure you know you’re not alone! Haley is the creator of Haley Drew This, an instagram account where she creates art that is relatable about everything from anxiety to lessons she’s learning in life. Tune in to hear Haley’s story, and a bit of my own too! 03:00 How did Haley Drew This get starte

Are you treating yourself like your own best friend? Today’s guest Laura Littlejohn had the realization that she wasn’t keeping promises to herself, and what she did next changed her life! Resources + Links: Connect with Laura Instagram @trainerlj Follow us on Instagram The podcast @mentallyshreddedpodcast Your Host, Christopher @wearementallyshredded The Foundation @mentallyshreddedfoundation Check out our sponsor DECK Leadership deckleadership.com Show Notes: When you grow and change as a person, your environment and the people you spend your time with changes too! In this episode, Laura Littlejohn shares her journey of realizing she had an unhealthy relationship with food, and making changes in her life from how she ate, cared for her body, and began to hold boundaries! As a personal trainer Laura shares the power of deciding to improve yourself and making sure to have people in your life who support you! You’ve probably heard the quote that goes something like "You are the sum of the 5 people clo

Do you fully love the person you see in the mirror? In this episode Camilla Collins is sharing the work she has done, and helps others do, to build confidence!  Resources + Links: Connect with Camilla Instagram @camillajcollins Website camillajcollins.com Follow us on Instagram The podcast @mentallyshreddedpodcast Your Host, Christopher @wearementallyshredded The Foundation @mentallyshreddedfoundation Check out our sponsor DECK Leadership deckleadership.com Show Notes: What would happen if you lived life fully loving who you are? I’m excited to welcome, author, bodybuilder, podcaster, confidence and lifestyle coach, Camilla Collins. Camilla shares her own personal journey of substance abuse, and going from “broken” and not seeing a way out, to coaching others to become confident! Helping others change their self image and realize their self worth! Camilla shares her methodology of the 5 “I’s” she walks through with all of her clients, and the importance of doing self work! It’s time to stop comparing your

Steven Pemberton is here sharing his story of overcoming depression and pornography addiction through faith, and showing up as the man he wants to be for his family! Resources + Links: Connect with Steven Instagram @stevenkpemberton Facebook @stevenpemberton  Follow us on Instagram The podcast @mentallyshreddedpodcast Your Host, Christopher @wearementallyshredded The Foundation @mentallyshreddedfoundation Check out our sponsor DECK Leadership deckleadership.com Show Notes: What or who do you have in your life to remind you who you are? Who you are at your best! In this episode, we’re joined by husband, father, and kingdom led entrepreneur, Steven Pemberton. Steven shares his story of quitting his job to go all in on an MLM business with his wife, the “failure” that led him to depression and unhealthy coping skills, and how he has overcome depression.  It’s about realizing a “failure” doesn’t mean that you are a failure. You just need to keep moving forward, learn from your mistakes, and make sure you’re surro

Learn how to change your habits and change your life for good!  Resources + Links: Follow Pat on Instagram @patsmithwellness Follow us on Instagram The podcast @mentallyshreddedpodcast Your Host, Christopher @wearementallyshredded The Foundation @mentallyshreddedfoundation Check out our sponsor DECK Leadership deckleadership.com Show Notes: Do you think you’re pretty self aware? How do you recognize when you need to make a change in your life? In this episode, I’m joined by friend and men’s mindset coach, Pat Smith. Pat shares his story of growing up partying, and the wake up call that helped him get clean, and change his life moving forward. Pat also shares that if we have big dreams we need to make sure our actions are in alignment with the person we want to become. The person who has the capacity to do what we want to create in the world! If you want to make changes in your life, it all starts with your mindset. Tune in for actionable things you can do to relieve stress, get in alignment, and take steps to

What does it mean to be elite? Do you have the tools and routine in place to help you handle pressure in your life? Alex Bolowich is here to share how he does this, and helps others too. Resources + Links: Connect with Alex Podcast @elite_mentalperformance Website elitementalpereformance.net Follow us on Instagram The podcast @mentallyshreddedpodcast Your Host, Christopher @wearementallyshredded The Foundation @mentallyshreddedfoundation Check out our sponsor DECK Leadership deckleadership.com Show Notes: How do you tap into your power when you’re under pressure? How you handle pressure whether it’s in your sport, your career, or in your personal life is what sets the elite apart. In this episode, I’m joined by friend and mental performance coach, Alex Bolowich! Alex dives into things he does with his clients to help them handle stress and pressure, so stress isn’t the one controlling them. Listen to this episode for tools to tap into mindfulness and the routine Alex does to prepare him for the chaos and exci

You may know BIG RED from his character Willie Jenkins, from the Carolina Panthers or Charlotte Hornets games, Wild 'N Out, or Ice Cubes The Big 3 Half-Time Show. Big Red is also known for his heart and willingness to give. As a business owner he is heavily involved in projects within the CMS public school system including his stance on suicide prevention, mental health and anti-bullying, his partnership with @cmpdhq, and his nonprofit organization @beyoubegreatnonprofit. Tune in for this special edition episode!

What is your initial reaction to chaos? Do you put your blinders on and continue to live your life, or do you take action? Are you the type of person the world needs today, for the problems of tomorrow? Tune in to see how this couples "fight or flight" instincts kicked in, and how they have helped those affected by the war on Ukraine. 

With vast experience as a professional soccer player (footballer) and coach, Pierce and his business partner noticed a gap in the industry regarding communication, due to language barriers. Tune in to see how the Futbol Lingo app was brought to life! This is just the beginning, and soon you will see their technology expand into other industries!

It is reckoned, 200,000 Christian leaders were martyred and a further 500,000 were imprisoned by the KGB. Tune in as Sasha shares his life story and mission, of going from a KGB member to becoming an Evangelist. 

This former Tarheel and pro basketball player is used to pivoting on the court. Due to Covid, she was forced to pivot off the court as well. Will you make excuses, or pivot, once life throws you into a situation outside of your control?