What happens when life knocks you down, but something inside you refuses to stay there?

On this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, Shemaiah Reed sits down with Ben Barbic, author, musician, speaker, entrepreneur, and creator of Rise & Climb: Finding Purpose Through Pain.

Ben opens up about navigating loss, anxiety, setbacks, and the difficult process of rebuilding from the ground up. We explore how discipline, fitness, music, creativity, faith in the journey, and a willingness to keep moving can transform painful seasons into a deeper sense of purpose.

Ben also shares how he has built a life across multiple worlds, from reggae and hip-hop to business, real estate, personal development, and the mountains, without believing he has to fit neatly into one lane.

This conversation is for anyone who has ever had to start again, rethink who they are, or find the strength to keep climbing when the destination still feels far away.

Every setback can become fuel for the climb.

Learn more about Ben Barbic and Rise & Climb at RisenClimb.com.

What happens when life knocks you down, but something inside you refuses to stay there?
On this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, Shemaiah Reed sits down with Ben Barbic, author, musician, speaker, entrepreneur, and creator of Rise &amp; Climb: Finding Purpose Through Pain.
Ben opens up about navigating loss, anxiety, setbacks, and the difficult process of rebuilding from the ground up. We explore how discipline, fitness, music, creativity, faith in the journey, and a willingness to keep moving can transform painful seasons into a deeper sense of purpose.
Ben also shares how he has built a life across multiple worlds, from reggae and hip-hop to business, real estate, personal development, and the mountains, without believing he has to fit neatly into one lane.
This conversation is for anyone who has ever had to start again, rethink who they are, or find the strength to keep climbing when the destination still feels far away.
Every setback can become fuel for the climb.
Learn more about Ben Barbic and Rise &amp; Climb at RisenClimb.com.

"I Am Refocused Radio" is more than just a podcast—it's a movement of purpose-driven storytelling that inspires, uplifts, and empowers. Hosted by Shemaiah A. Reed, a calm and thoughtful creative with a background in media, music, and the arts, the show dives deep into conversations that resonate.

From a humble start in a San Antonio barbershop, Shemaiah’s journey has grown into a global platform featuring over 1,000 interviews with a diverse array of guests—celebrities, CEOs, community leaders, and everyday people with extraordinary stories. Each episode offers a blend of faith, personal growth, perseverance, and hope, fostering a space where listeners can find clarity and rediscover their purpose.

Whether you’re seeking inspiration, innovative ideas, or a moment of peace in a busy world, "I Am Refocused Radio" invites you to refocus your mind and embrace a life aligned with meaning and authenticity. Tune in to join this global community and hear the stories that connect us all.

"I Am Refocused Radio" is more than just a podcast&mdash;it's a movement of purpose-driven storytelling that inspires, uplifts, and empowers. Hosted by Shemaiah A. Reed, a calm and thoughtful creative with a background in media, music, and the arts, the show dives deep into conversations that resonate.
From a humble start in a San Antonio barbershop, Shemaiah&rsquo;s journey has grown into a global platform featuring over 1,000 interviews with a diverse array of guests&mdash;celebrities, CEOs, community leaders, and everyday people with extraordinary stories. Each episode offers a blend of faith, personal growth, perseverance, and hope, fostering a space where listeners can find clarity and rediscover their purpose.
Whether you&rsquo;re seeking inspiration, innovative ideas, or a moment of peace in a busy world, "I Am Refocused Radio" invites you to refocus your mind and embrace a life aligned with meaning and authenticity. Tune in to join this global community and hear the stories that connect us all.

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I Am Refocused Radio provides a space that welcomes people to speak freely about real life experiences through various platforms to engage and encourage those who are looking to find their purpose.

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Rise & Climb: Ben Barbic on Turning Pain Into Purpose, Discipline & a New Life

What if getting older didn’t automatically mean getting weaker?

On this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, Shemaiah Reed sits down with Dr. Mark Sherwood, known as The Real Longevity Doctor™ and Biohackologist™, for a direct conversation about longevity, strength, chronic disease, hormones, nutrition, sleep, and what it really takes to take ownership of your health.

A former SWAT team leader turned naturopathic doctor, Dr. Sherwood brings a unique combination of discipline, clinical experience, and straight-to-the-point thinking to the conversation. He challenges the idea that declining health should simply be accepted as part of aging and encourages people to look deeper at the habits, systems, and choices shaping their long-term health.

They discuss why so many people wait until something goes wrong before taking their health seriously, the growing conversation around biohacking, the importance of metabolic and hormonal health, and why longevity should be about more than simply adding years to your life.

Dr. Sherwood also shares his perspective on building physical, mental, and spiritual resilience, creating sustainable change, and developing a body capable of supporting the mission and life you want to live.

How much of the way we age is truly inevitable, and how much can we influence by the way we live today?

Learn more about Dr. Mark Sherwood at DrMarkSherwood.com

 

 

What if getting older didn&rsquo;t automatically mean getting weaker?
On this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, Shemaiah Reed sits down with Dr. Mark Sherwood, known as The Real Longevity Doctor&trade; and Biohackologist&trade;, for a direct conversation about longevity, strength, chronic disease, hormones, nutrition, sleep, and what it really takes to take ownership of your health.
A former SWAT team leader turned naturopathic doctor, Dr. Sherwood brings a unique combination of discipline, clinical experience, and straight-to-the-point thinking to the conversation. He challenges the idea that declining health should simply be accepted as part of aging and encourages people to look deeper at the habits, systems, and choices shaping their long-term health.
They discuss why so many people wait until something goes wrong before taking their health seriously, the growing conversation around biohacking, the importance of metabolic and hormonal health, and why longevity should be about more than simply adding years to your life.
Dr. Sherwood also shares his perspective on building physical, mental, and spiritual resilience, creating sustainable change, and developing a body capable of supporting the mission and life you want to live.
How much of the way we age is truly inevitable, and how much can we influence by the way we live today?
Learn more about Dr. Mark Sherwood at <a href="https://drmarksherwood.com/">DrMarkSherwood.com</a>
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Dr. Mark Sherwood on Longevity, Biohacking & Taking Back Your Health

What happens when you know exactly what needs to change, but still feel unable to change it?

Karin Velicka joins I Am Refocused Radio for a powerful conversation about the hidden connection between stress, achievement, emotional resilience, and lasting transformation.

Karin is a NeuroSomatic Breathwork™ Facilitator, certified life coach, author of Dear Me Letters, former national squash champion, and former finance professional at the European Central Bank. Her journey has taken her from elite competition and high-performance environments to a deeper understanding of the nervous system and what it really takes to create sustainable change.

In this conversation, Karin explains why willpower and self-discipline are not always enough, how chronic stress can remain stored in the body, and why creating a sense of inner safety may be the missing piece for people who feel stuck despite being highly self-aware.

She also explores nervous system regulation, closing unfinished stress cycles, perfectionism, authenticity, self-trust, career transitions, breathwork, and the challenge of pursuing success without losing yourself in the process.

This conversation is for the high achiever who has accomplished a lot on the outside but is beginning to ask a deeper question:

Can I continue growing without constantly fighting myself to get there?

Learn more about Karin Velicka and her work in nervous system regulation, breathwork, emotional resilience, and personal transformation.

https://www.velickakarin.com/

 

What happens when you know exactly what needs to change, but still feel unable to change it?
Karin Velicka joins I Am Refocused Radio for a powerful conversation about the hidden connection between stress, achievement, emotional resilience, and lasting transformation.
Karin is a NeuroSomatic Breathwork&trade; Facilitator, certified life coach, author of Dear Me Letters, former national squash champion, and former finance professional at the European Central Bank. Her journey has taken her from elite competition and high-performance environments to a deeper understanding of the nervous system and what it really takes to create sustainable change.
In this conversation, Karin explains why willpower and self-discipline are not always enough, how chronic stress can remain stored in the body, and why creating a sense of inner safety may be the missing piece for people who feel stuck despite being highly self-aware.
She also explores nervous system regulation, closing unfinished stress cycles, perfectionism, authenticity, self-trust, career transitions, breathwork, and the challenge of pursuing success without losing yourself in the process.
This conversation is for the high achiever who has accomplished a lot on the outside but is beginning to ask a deeper question:
Can I continue growing without constantly fighting myself to get there?
Learn more about Karin Velicka and her work in nervous system regulation, breathwork, emotional resilience, and personal transformation.
<a href="https://www.velickakarin.com/">https://www.velickakarin.com/</a>
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When Success Isn’t Enough: Karin Velicka on Stress, Nervous System Regulation & Real Change

David L. Gillespie, Lt Col, USAF (Ret), has spent more than 35 years leading in military intelligence, public policy, executive program development, and national service. His career included deployments and service connected to six major operational conflicts and campaigns, including Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Afghanistan.

Now, David is channeling a very different kind of mission into storytelling. He is the award-winning author of Floo Flocky Doo to the Rescue, a rhyming children’s picture book inspired by the imagination of his youngest daughter and built around adventure, color, kindness, and unforgettable characters.

In this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, David shares lessons from decades of leadership and service, the experiences that shaped his perspective, and why imagination remains powerful at every stage of life. We also explore his transition from military and executive leadership into children’s literature, the family inspiration behind Floo Flocky Doo, and what he hopes young readers and their families carry with them long after the final page.

It’s a conversation about service, leadership, family, creativity, reinvention, and discovering that a new chapter can begin when you least expect it.

https://www.flooflockydoo.com/

 

David L. Gillespie, Lt Col, USAF (Ret), has spent more than 35 years leading in military intelligence, public policy, executive program development, and national service. His career included deployments and service connected to six major operational conflicts and campaigns, including Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Afghanistan.
Now, David is channeling a very different kind of mission into storytelling. He is the award-winning author of Floo Flocky Doo to the Rescue, a rhyming children&rsquo;s picture book inspired by the imagination of his youngest daughter and built around adventure, color, kindness, and unforgettable characters.
In this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, David shares lessons from decades of leadership and service, the experiences that shaped his perspective, and why imagination remains powerful at every stage of life. We also explore his transition from military and executive leadership into children&rsquo;s literature, the family inspiration behind Floo Flocky Doo, and what he hopes young readers and their families carry with them long after the final page.
It&rsquo;s a conversation about service, leadership, family, creativity, reinvention, and discovering that a new chapter can begin when you least expect it.
<a href="https://www.flooflockydoo.com/">https://www.flooflockydoo.com/</a>
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Rise & Climb: Ben Barbic on Turning Pain Into Purpose, Discipline & a New Life

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