Today we’d like to introduce you to Scott Gassner.
Hi Scott, It’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us. To start, could you share some of your backstory with our readers?
I grew up in a small town in South Texas with only six thousand people. My mother was a schoolteacher, and my father was a farmer. My childhood was nothing short of perfect, thanks to my hardworking parents. As a sensitive kid, my parents, belonging to a different generation, lacked the tools I needed to succeed. The perfection they created set a standard I lived by, leading to covert narcissistic tendencies and rigid black-and-white standards that proved challenging in the real world. This drove me to seek more, as the knowledge I had obtained felt incomplete. I completed college, earning a degree because it was essential to my parents, although I wasn’t a good student then and lacked the desire to learn. I chose an easy degree that didn’t need to be aligned with my purpose. After working in my field, I got laid off after 9/11, which was a blessing. This allowed me to transition into a personal trainer role, a job closer to my purpose. For almost 17 years, I trained with diverse individuals ranging from 13 to 91 years old. I even had a client pass away from old age under my care. I realized that physical and mental health significantly impacts overall well-being. This insight led me to shift my focus from physical training to overall wellness and become a personal coach, addressing two of the three tenets I coach. I’m now following my purpose of helping others age well through www.heyjustbe.com.
Would it have been a smooth road, and if not, what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
I believe I grappled with challenges common to my generation, Generation X. We witnessed the boom of almost everything. Like generations before us, my parents aspired for improvement and perfection. However, the pursuit of this ideal, coupled with a rigid, black-and-white perspective, shielded me from harsh realities, fostering covert narcissistic tendencies. I developed vertical relationships, hindering me from taking unguaranteed chances and forming genuine connections with real friends.
I appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I’m Scottie, your functional aging specialist. Together, we co-create your optimal mental, physical, and metaphysical health. Your health comprises three tenets, and when you infuse intention, preparation, and action into them, you unlock the true wealth of health. But what does that mean? Health isn’t a singular aspect; it encompasses three dimensions. When you decide to act, it’s about creating a plan that empowers excellence across all facets of your life. Why choose this path? I’ve collaborated with individuals of varying ages, personalities, and physical attributes. From working with someone as young as 13 to supporting a client through their last 12 years, my journey spanning over 20 years has focused on mental, physical, and metaphysical growth, offering valuable insights into aging. How does this work for you? Assess your current position. If you can halt regression and initiate new progressions, you’ll genuinely appreciate the remaining years of your life.
Networking and finding a mentor can positively impact one’s life and career. Do you have any advice?
Genuine mentors often emerge through networking, a crucial element that aligns you with the flow of life. People may not necessarily be busy but rather preoccupied. Carving out time to connect, preferably in person, opens doors to opportunities aligning with your aspirations.
Contact Info:
- Website: heyjustbe.com
- Instagram: @heyjustbe
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/podcastingmoderately
- Twitter: @heyjustbe
- Youtube: www.youtube.com/@podcastingmoderately
- Other: https://open.spotify.com/show/1THqG0Pch3Gj0kEAAhwmnA?si=018550f3c6a54823
