My Journey from Reacting to Responding To Life

🎥 Over 40 ≠ Over | My 45th Birthday Reflection

Yesterday I turned 45… and I decided to get real about what this past year did to me — and what it built in me. This episode is raw, unscripted, and fully recorded on a trampoline (yes, really).  Because when you're resetting your nervous system and your life... you might as well go all in. If you're a man over 40 (or heading there), this is for you.  We’re not done. We’re just getting started. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: Why I'm on a Trampoline  00:24 Reflecting on Turning 45  01:49 Lesson 1: Gratitude and Contentment  05:25 Jump Break: Resetting the Nervous System  06:42 Lesson 2: Overcoming Challenges  11:38 Jump Break: Boosting Energy  12:23 Lesson 3: Redefining Value After 40  16:30 Conclusion: Recap and Final Thoughts  19:18 Outro: Trampoline Stunts 📣 Call to Action: If this hit home, drop a comment, share it with another man over 40, and tag me. Want to build momentum again? ➡️ Join the 7-Day Self-Discipline Challenge (coming soon) 📩 Clickt the link below to leave me a message and I will let you know when it drops  🛠 Support the Show: • Like + Subscribe • Rate the Podcast • Follow for more real convos 📱 Follow Me: Instagram: @jalalunleashed [https://www.instagram.com/jalalunleashed] Podcast: Unleashed After 40 YouTube: Jalal Unleashed Send me a text let me know what you think of today's episode [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2449747/open_sms]

Unlock Your Hidden Strength: Fitness, Forgiveness, and Finding Yourself After 40

Ready to transform your life after 40? In this powerful episode, Jalal and Ra reveal the science of working out, the importance of self-forgiveness, and the key to unlocking your hidden strength. Learn how to add to your life, before you subtract. Discover how to create a routine that works, and how to finally put yourself first. Get ready to take control of your fitness, your mindset, and your future  00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:20 Revisiting the Previous Podcast 02:39 The Science of Working Out 06:36 Gym Etiquette and Perceptions 13:27 Personal Fitness Journey and Advice 16:49 Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life 23:00 A Life-Changing Message 23:42 The Power of Self-Love 27:17 Mirror Exercise: Embracing Affirmations 28:49 The Importance of Forgiveness 30:19 Nature's Healing Power 39:00 Final Reflections and Mental Health 📩 Connect with Ra Instagram: @ [https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2449747/episodes/16633244-staying-strong-after-40-fitness-nutrition-and-resilience-with-brian-portee#]chiefra_14 Snapchat:  @ [https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2449747/episodes/16633244-staying-strong-after-40-fitness-nutrition-and-resilience-with-brian-portee#]chiefra_14 👇 Hit the link below and send me a text if this resonated with you Send me a text let me know what you think of today's episode [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2449747/open_sms]

Can you Multiply What You Aren’t Grateful For?

What if the key to getting more in life… is being grateful for what we already have? I didn’t expect to get hit with this realization today, but as I was reading John 5 & 6, something clicked. * Jesus asked Philip how they’d feed 5,000 people—even though he already knew the answer. * He told everyone to sit down before they even had food—was that faith or just a crazy move? * He gave thanks before multiplying the fish and bread—what if we’re missing out because we aren’t grateful first? * And then—he gathered the leftovers. Even in abundance, nothing was wasted. It made me ask myself: Where have I taken things for granted? What have I wasted because I thought it would always be there? I don’t have all the answers, but I know this: we can’t multiply what we aren’t grateful for. So here’s the challenge: ➡ What’s one thing you can start showing gratitude for today? ➡ How would your life change if you responded instead of reacted? I’m figuring this out in real-time, and if this hits home for you too, let’s explore it together. 👇 Hit the link below and send me a text if this resonated with you Send me a text let me know what you think of today's episode [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2449747/open_sms]

My Journey from Reacting to Responding To Life

In today’s episode of Unleashed After 40, I dive into a powerful insight that hit me while reading the Bible. The story of Mary at the wedding with Jesus (John 2) unlocked a lesson about the difference between reacting and responding—one that I’ve been personally experiencing in my own life. For most of my life, I was the world's #1 reactor—quick to respond based on emotion, anxiety, and external circumstances. But in the last month, I’ve started making a shift. And what I’ve found is that responding puts me in a position of peace, power, and purpose. In this episode, I share: ✅ The lesson Mary teaches us about faith over feelings ✅ Why reacting keeps us stuck in anxiety, anger, and aimlessness ✅ How shifting to responding can transform your mindset and your results ✅ A real-life example of how I almost missed out on wisdom because of a reaction We were put on this earth to be creators, not reactors. Today, I challenge you: Where in your life are you still reacting, and what would happen if you chose to start responding instead? 🔥 Let’s talk about it. Listen now and take control of your mindset!  Listen on your favorite podcast platform. Send me a text let me know what you think of today's episode [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2449747/open_sms]

Staying Strong After 40: Fitness, Nutrition, and Resilience with Brian Portee

🎙️ Unleashed After 40: Transforming Men’s Health & Fitness with Brian Portee 🎙️ In this episode of Unleashed After 40, host Jalal Wilson sits down with personal trainer and actor Brian Portee to dive deep into men's health, fitness, and personal growth after 40. Brian shares his inspiring journey into fitness, overcoming personal challenges, and the importance of consistency, accountability, and mental resilience. You'll hear practical tips on: ✅ Building healthier habits after 40 ✅ Best foods to eat to help keep you strong in the bedroom ✅ Diet changes for muscle gain and weight loss ✅ Effective exercises to stay strong and youthful  ✅ Why yoga, balance training, and HIIT workouts matter ✅ Avoiding common gym mistakes ✅ Balancing fitness with everyday life ✅ Brian’s path from the gym to the acting world 🕒 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:28 Brian’s Journey into Personal Training 07:08 Overcoming Personal Challenges 12:05 The Importance of Consistency and Accountability 16:07 Diet Tips for Men Over 40 20:26 Fitness Advice for Men Over 40 21:20 Incorporating Yoga and Balance Training 23:48 Challenges and Motivation in Fitness 27:30 Setting Realistic Fitness Goals 31:05 Dietary Changes for Fitness 34:16 Brian’s Acting Journey 37:45 Final Thoughts and Contact Information 📩 Connect with Brian Portee: Instagram: @Brian30bp Facebook: Brian Portee YouTube: Bepfitness 🚨 Plus, Jalal announces his upcoming TREE Framework Beta Program — a 4-week coaching cohort launching March 17th to help men over 40 reinvent their lives, build stronger relationships, and find purpose. Secure your spot today [https://iamjalalwilson.gumroad.com/l/unleashedact]! Thank you for tuning in to Unleashed After 40. Keep showing up, growing, and going strong! 🔥 Send me a text let me know what you think of today's episode [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2449747/open_sms]