In Episode 5, I sit down with Jay as he shares his journey from a troubled past to finding purpose and discipline through MMA and running.Jay opens up about the challenges he faced, from being expelled from multiple schools and struggling with built-up anger, and finding himself without structure, spending days on the streets. With guidance from his uncle, he began training in MMA and fitness, discovering a healthy outlet for his emotions. However, when his uncle tragically died by suicide, he went on a six month spiral, drinking and fighting every weekend. Facing arrest and a serious charge, Jay knew he had to change his life...In this episode, we cover:- How to deal with the loss of a family member- How to stay disciplined and forget about motivation- How mixed martial arts can be an outlet for built up emotions- How to deal with your daily anxiety- How to manage your mental health struggles- How to move towards acceptance and deal with griefWhether you're passionate about MMA, mental health, or overcoming personal challenges, this episode offers insights into resilience, growth, and finding purpose.You can follow Jay on the below channels:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepadman_uae/ Soulful Sanctuary Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulfulsanctuarymcr/Website : soulfulsanctuarhealth.com/The Mental Marathon MCRInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thementalmarathon_mcr/Keep up with the latest podcast episodes by following us on your favourite platform! Subscribe to the newsletter for podcast exclusives. https://www.tiktok.com/@valuexchangepod https://www.instagram.com/valuexchangepod/

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