From viral TikToks to coaching thousands, Michael Smoak from Higher Up Wellness reveals why the fitness industry is broken, how young men can reclaim their confidence, and what really matters when your world falls apart.

You’ll hear the story of how the death of his father became the catalyst for a spiritual awakening… and how physical discipline became the gateway to faith, purpose, and real transformation. Whether you’re 19 and lost, 40 and stuck, or just searching for clarity — this episode will hit you where it hurts and heal you where you need it most.

Topics Covered:

• The truth about creatine, nicotine, and dopamine addiction

• How to stop chasing cheap dopamine and find real fulfillment

• The Higher Up Wellness challenge changing lives on TikTok

• Why physical health is the foundation for finding your purpose

• How grief, faith, and fatherhood forged Michael’s mission

• Breaking free from vices and reclaiming discipline

• What it really takes to become the man you’re meant to be

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