I Relapsed...

Summary

In this reflective video, the speaker reveals his decision to withdraw from competitive bodybuilding, citing a lack of passion and the negative impact on his health, marriage, and business. He discusses his previous use of steroids and the pressures of maintaining a competitive physique, acknowledging the sacrifices involved. The speaker expresses his new focus on supporting others in their fitness journeys and finding fulfillment in mentoring rather than pursuing personal athletic glory.

Takeaways

• 🚫 The speaker has decided to stop using steroids and will no longer pursue a competitive bodybuilding career.
• 💔 The initial reason for stopping steroids was to prioritize health and focus on marriage and business, but the speaker has since relapsed.
• 🏋️‍♂️ The speaker's venture into bodybuilding was an attempt to draw attention to his brand, which he now acknowledges was a mistake.
• 💼 He admits that using bodybuilding to boost his brand was a 'cowardly approach' and not the best strategy for business growth.
• 🤔 The speaker reflects on his lack of passion for bodybuilding as a competitive sport and the negative impact it had on his personal life.
• 🔄 At 29 years old, his aspirations have shifted from seeking fame and records to focusing on a stable and secure future with his wife.
• 🚫 The speaker is pulling out of a competition he had previously committed to, recognizing that the motivation was wrong.
• 💊 Steroid use is seen as compromising his health, integrity, and trust with his audience, and is against his long-term goals.
• 🏆 He expresses admiration for those who can balance a professional bodybuilding career with personal and business life, acknowledging it's not for him.
• 🛑 The speaker is stepping away from the extreme lifestyle required for professional bodybuilding, citing the negative effects on his mental and physical well-being.
• 🌟 He aspires to be a mentor, helping others discover their potential and providing opportunities for them to shine.

Q & A

Why did the speaker initially stop using steroids?

The speaker initially stopped using steroids to stop compromising their health, ensure a happy and healthy marriage with their wife, and to focus more on their business in PR and the gym.

What challenges did the speaker face with their company PR that led to a relapse into using steroids?

The speaker faced several challenges with their company PR that led them into panic mode, making a decision to pursue bodybuilding to bring more attention to their brand and help it recover.

Why did the speaker consider bodybuilding as a way to improve their brand?

The speaker thought that by becoming a bodybuilder and possibly winning a Pro card, they could attract more attention to their brand, which they believed would help their business.

What does the speaker identify as the main mistake in their approach to building their brand through bodybuilding?

The speaker identifies the main mistake as taking a 'coward approach' out of fear of venturing into the mindset of a businessman and abandoning what they know best, which is creating content and generating sales.

How does the speaker describe their passion for bodybuilding?

The speaker describes their passion for bodybuilding as not being from a place of love for the sport itself but rather from a place of desperation and a desire to gain fame and attention.

What changes in the speaker's life and aspirations have led them to reconsider their decision to compete as a bodybuilder?

The speaker is now 29 years old, has a wife, and has more responsibilities. Their aspirations have changed dramatically, and they no longer wish to pursue a competitive athlete's lifestyle that compromises their health and personal life.

Why does the speaker feel that going back on steroids is against their values and commitments?

The speaker feels that going back on steroids compromises their health, integrity, trust with their fans, and future, especially considering their commitment to their wife and the desire for a financially secure future.

What lifestyle changes did the speaker experience when they were deeply involved in bodybuilding preparation?

The speaker experienced a restrictive and isolating lifestyle, characterized by malnourishment, lack of sleep, irritability, and an inability to enjoy life with their wife or others due to the demands of bodybuilding preparation.

What is the speaker's current perspective on their past aspirations and how they have evolved?

The speaker acknowledges that their past aspirations were more focused on fame and strength records, but as they enter their 30s, their priorities have shifted towards a more sustainable and fulfilling life, including a successful business and a happy marriage.

What new direction does the speaker intend to take with their business and personal life?

The speaker intends to focus on marketing their brand and products, particularly a patented belt they are releasing, and to take on a mentor role, helping others to realize their potential and gain attention for their talents.

How does the speaker feel about pulling out of a competition for the first time in their life?

The speaker acknowledges that it is hard for them to pull out of a competition, as they have never done so before, even when they knew their preparation was not optimal. However, they believe this decision is the best for their current lifestyle and commitments.