On today’s episode, I’m honored to have been interviewed by Ryan McGuire on “The Pursuit of Happiness” podcast. In this episode, I get real about my journey from rock bottom to redemption. Growing up, I faced some tough challenges—parental addiction, abuse, and later battling bulimia and PTSD while serving as a Marine. Things didn’t get easier as I stepped into entrepreneurship, struggling with opiate addiction and a ton of personal and professional turbulence.

But here’s the thing—hitting rock bottom wasn’t the end of my story. The birth of my son changed everything for me. It sparked a transformation I didn’t see coming. Through therapy and an incredible ayahuasca experience, I found a path to healing and strength that I didn’t know was possible. I talk about the power of love, persistence, and what it means to be a role model for my kids. If you're in a tough spot or just looking for some inspiration, this episode is for you. Trust me, it’s all about relentless perseverance and self-discovery, and I can’t wait to share it with you.

So tune in to know more about:

• My journey from a troubled childhood marked by parental addiction and abuse to overcoming bulimia, PTSD, and opiate addiction as a Marine and entrepreneur
• Which inspired a major personal transformation in my life
• How through therapy and a profound ayahuasca experience, I found healing, strength, and a new path forward
• the power of love, persistence, and being a positive role model, showcasing the importance of self-discovery and relentless perseverance

If you wanna know more about me and how I can help you align your business and life… Join us at the next event, scheduled for November 14th-16th in Montana, and take your business to the next level!

Connect with Ryan on Instagram and listen to his amazing podcast HERE.

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We weren’t meant to do this alone… Whether it be business, relationships, or life. This is why this is an invitation for you…to join us inside the Relationships Beat Algorithms Alliance!!!

Click here for a summary of the Alliance because if you're coming here into the show notes, there's a good chance you already know! ;)

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We’ve made it easy to see George’s top 10 book recommendations! Click here to find George’s top 10 recommended books for mindset, customer journey, and relationships.

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Questions or comments about the episode? I’d love to hear from you! Send me a DM over on Instagram @itsgeorgebryant or pop on over to our free Facebook community, Relationship Beat Algorithms.

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What do we talk about in this episode?

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
02:08 Ryan McGuire’s The Pursuit of Happiness
04:17 Setting the Stage: George's Story
04:45 Surviving Abuse and Bullying
05:06 Turning Point: Joining the Marines
06:03 Entrepreneurial Journey Begins
10:44 The Importance of Self-Love
13:36 Reflecting on the Past
15:45 The Road to Healing and Success
41:15 Emotional Parallels and Self-Reflection
42:08 Compensatory Behaviors and Self-Sabotage
43:05 Numbing Emotions and Military Life
43:27 Entrepreneurship as a New Addiction
45:38 Struggles with Suicidal Thoughts
46:50 Near-Death Experience and Recovery
48:14 Addiction to Opiates and Self-Harm
50:48 Fitness as a New Addiction
51:21 Caregiving and Loss of a Parent
52:29 Dark Days Post-Afghanistan
57:29 Breakthroughs with Personal Development
01:00:59 Ayahuasca and Radical Life Changes
01:25:06 Defining Happiness and Success
01:28:15 The Importance of Resilience
01:35:46 The Power of Choices
01:47:56 Forgiveness and Love
01:54:23 Living Without Regrets

In this episode, Ashley and I are breaking down all the behind-the-scenes details from our recent event. From picking the perfect venue to creating a space that felt welcoming and inspiring, we’ll share how we prepared ourselves mentally, emotionally, and physically to make it all happen. We also dive into the amazing group of business owners who showed up and the schedule that really hit the mark.

We covered everything from customer journey to marketing and mindset, giving everyone the tools they needed to level up their businesses. The feedback was incredible—attendees left with more confidence, clarity, and alignment than ever before. Plus, that VIP day? Game-changer. It was all about personal coaching and helping people get laser-focused on their goals.

And guess what? You can be part of it, too! Our next event is happening November 14th-16th in Montana, and trust me, you won’t want to miss this one. So, if you’re ready to take your business and mindset to the next level, grab your spot now and join us for a transformative experience!

So tune in to:

• Prepare mentally, emotionally, and physically to show up as your best self for any event
• Learn how to attract a diverse group of business owners—coaches, consultants, product sellers, and non-profit founders—by curating valuable content
• Design a schedule focused on customer journey, marketing, and mindset to ensure attendees stay engaged and benefit from your events

Join us at the next event, scheduled for November 14th-16th in Montana, and take your business to the next level!

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We weren’t meant to do this alone… Whether it be business, relationships, or life. This is why this is an invitation for you…to join us inside the Relationships Beat Algorithms Alliance!!!

Click here for a summary of the Alliance because if you're coming here into the show notes, there's a good chance you already know! ;)

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We’ve made it easy to see George’s top 10 book recommendations! Click here to find George’s top 10 recommended books for mindset, customer journey, and relationships.

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Questions or comments about the episode? I’d love to hear from you! Send me a DM over on Instagram @itsgeorgebryant or pop on over to our free Facebook community, Relationship Beat Algorithms.

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Links not showing? Hop on over to our podcast blog, mindofgeorge.com/podcast for all the links from the show notes.

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What do we talk about in this episode?

00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Event Announcement
00:32 Event Recap and Key Takeaways
01:44 Choosing the Right Venue
02:55 Welcome to the Show
03:43 Event Details and Speaker Lineup
04:38 Personal Reflections and Travel Stories
06:58 The Importance of Venue Selection
13:04 Preparing for the Event
18:31 Facilitating Breakthroughs and Connections
21:33 Diverse Range of Attendees
27:54 The Journey to Success
28:27 Mindset and Hidden Patterns
28:59 Effective Event Structure
30:27 Day-by-Day Breakdown
31:19 Transformative Conversations
33:56 Confidence and Clarity
37:44 Marketing Insights
43:03 VIP Day Highlights
48:51 Future Events

I sat down with Neil Twa to talk about the power of living your values, both in business and life. In this episode, Neil shares his journey of finding purpose and how aligning his values with his actions completely changed the game for him. We dig into why putting purpose over profit matters, and how building real relationships—where people know, like, and trust you—can make all the difference.

Neil opens up about the importance of humility, accountability, and embracing change as key parts of personal growth. He also shares how he’s passing these lessons on to his kids and clients, with the goal of leaving a legacy rooted in integrity and purpose.

If you're ready to level up your mindset, focus on what really matters, and learn how to create a lasting impact, this episode is for you.

Tune in and let's get real about values, growth, and living with purpose to:

• Build relationships where clients know, like, and trust you
• Practice humility, accountability, and embrace change
• Be mindful of your words, especially online, as they can have lasting effects
• Tackle life's challenges with courage and find strength and purpose through adversity

Connect with Neil and follow him on Instagram, Facebook or visit his website.

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We weren’t meant to do this alone… Whether it be business, relationships, or life. This is why this is an invitation for you…to join us inside the Relationships Beat Algorithms Alliance!!!

Click here for a summary of the Alliance because if you're coming here into the show notes, there's a good chance you already know! ;)

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We’ve made it easy to see George’s top 10 book recommendations! Click here to find George’s top 10 recommended books for mindset, customer journey, and relationships.

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Questions or comments about the episode? I’d love to hear from you! Send me a DM over on Instagram @itsgeorgebryant or pop on over to our free Facebook community, Relationship Beat Algorithms.

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Links not showing? Hop on over to our podcast blog, mindofgeorge.com/podcast for all the links from the show notes.

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What do we talk about in this episode?

02:43 Guest Introduction: Meet Neil
04:01 The Journey of Entrepreneurship
04:54 Understanding Know, Like, Trust (KLT)
05:52 The Importance of Values in Business
11:57 Lessons from Failure and Redemption
13:18 Building Purpose-Driven Businesses
24:45 Raising Entrepreneurial Children
28:52 The Long-Term Vision and Legacy
31:19 Embodying Values in Life and Business
32:58 A Turbulent Twenties and a Hard Lesson
33:16 Finding True Approval
34:37 Accepting Change and Grace
35:28 Facing Personal Demons
36:20 Understanding True Responsibility
37:00 Navigating Christian Chaos
43:56 The Power of Accountability
45:38 A Life-Altering Ordeal
01:05:58 Embracing Abundance and Testimony