Jason Bronstad’s Wake-Up Call: How He Took Back His Health, His Heart, and His Family

Apr 23, 2025

Jason Bronstad, a high-level executive and devoted family man, shares his transformative journey of prioritizing health and presence over career accolades. He discusses dropping 70 pounds, quitting alcohol, and confronting self-doubt. A poignant conversation unfolds as he recalls his son’s impactful question and a tear-jerking email from his daughter. Bronstad emphasizes that true presence means being emotionally available, recounts an adventurous challenge, and reflects on the joy of giving. This discussion is a heartfelt call for any man looking to reclaim his role as an engaged father and partner.

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Heartfelt Family Moments

Jason shares a touching moment when his daughter emailed him while he was away, expressing love and progress.
His son welcomed him with open arms, showing real connection and presence in their relationship.

ANECDOTE

Embracing Children Like Our Inner Child

Jason reflects how his son, similar to him as a child, now expresses emotions through words instead of anger.
He embraces his son's questions as gifts to his inner child, allowing a different experience from his own childhood.

ADVICE

Change Childhood Dynamics

Be intentional to create a different childhood for your kids than your own.
Work on changing family dynamics for the better, even if mistakes happen along the way.

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You ever feel like you’re crushing the deadlines, hitting the goals—but when it’s time to be fully present with your kids or your partner, you’re running on fumes?

Jason Bronstad knows that feeling well.

In Part 2 of our conversation, he opens up about the version of himself that chased titles, numbed out with alcohol, and put presence on the backburner.

But that’s not who he is anymore.

Here’s what changed:

⚖️ He dropped 70 pounds 🥃 He stopped drinking 🧠 He stopped doubting himself ❤️ And he started showing up with his whole heart

This is a conversation for any man who’s done with the excuses and ready to become the father, husband, and human he was always meant to be.

You’ll hear:

🔥 A powerful moment when Jason’s 8-year-old son asked, “How do you feel when people tell you no?” ❤️ The email his daughter sent while he was away—and why it brought him to tears 💭 Why presence isn't just about being there—but being available 🏔️ The adventure that pushed him to his limits—and why every man needs a yearly journey into the wild 💡 What he learned from buying out a restaurant in Spain just to show his daughter the joy of giving 🛑 And the moment he said, “I’m done with self-doubt—once and for all.”

If you're building your business to serve your life—not overtake it—this one will hit home.

And if you're working to raise kids who don’t have to recover from their childhood the way you did... this one is a must.

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