Episode 93: The Dark Times, from Momentum to Chaos, ensued a Lost Sense of Self

Guest: Sergio Montano

In his early 20’s, Sergio was living his best life, while performing well in secure employment that was inclusive of salary, pension, benefits, vacation time and all the bells and whistles. Sergio was excelling in his career, landing achievements and promotions, and studying part time. His life took a sharp turn after he sustained severe injuries following a car accident as a passenger coming home from his birthday celebration. Given the driver went into shock, Sergio was the one to make the 911 call to get help, realizing that he was unable to move his body. Sergio shares details of the time it took to get back moving with ease and what it took to get his mobility to increase while his pain level decreased, he found a way to shed fear, anger, and resentment. There were many themes and obstacles that Sergio faced during his rehabilitation journey and transitioning back into his work life, describing a time where he felt like a “disabled guy”. After undergoing his second surgery to remove the hardware put in, he came to heads with seeing limitations in being able to live life the way he did pre-accident. Filled with sadness and despair, Sergio felt behind, self-defeated in areas of his career and healing relationships. Through the thick of it, Sergio described his mental health at the time was impacted by intense anxiety and minor depression, experiencing sadness as he was not able to do the things he enjoyed, performing differently in the workplace, facing irrational fears, and difficulty being a passenger in a vehicle with any driver. His key message to the listeners is that: it is important to slow down because if you are on the go on a regular basis, it can get you into some trouble; even when you want to be in a hurry, you need to slow down, there’s benefit to slowing down, take time to think things through; there is no need to get somewhere so quickly, it can actually slow you down in ways you can’t expect or desire.

Guest Bio: Sergio is a dynamic and passionate young professional dedicated to guiding individuals and business owners towards a life of holistic well-being. As a certified yoga instructor and licensed financial planner, Sergio embodies a unique blend of physical and financial wellness expertise. His journey into the world of yoga began as a personal pursuit, eventually leading to certification and a fervent desire to share the transformative power of yoga with others. Simultaneously, Sergio delved into the realm of finance, earning recognition as a Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU®) and currently is pursuing his Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation.

With the recent addition of fatherhood to his repertoire, Sergio has gained profound insights into the importance of balance in health, relationships, and finances. Recognizing the pervasive impact of consumer escapism on people’s lives, he endeavors to guide individuals back to the fundamentals of living. Through his work, Sergio empowers clients to achieve clarity and take control of their financial destinies, fostering a life marked by both health and wealth. His commitment to helping others rediscover the essentials, underscores Sergio mission to reshape lives for the better, promoting a harmonious blend of physical, mental, and financial prosperity.

Passionate about: Landmark World

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