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

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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

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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.

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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!

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🎙️ 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

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Instagram: @Brian30bp
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🚨 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!

Thank you for tuning in to Unleashed After 40. Keep showing up, growing, and going strong! 🔥

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In this episode of Unleashed After 40, I dive into the story of Zacchaeus and how his past didn’t invalidate his present. As men over 40, we often carry the weight of our mistakes, but today I’m challenging you to release that weight. Zacchaeus didn’t let his past define him—he made a choice to do better, and that’s what mattered.

I share my personal reflections on how our past failures can hold us back, and why it’s time to stop letting those mistakes disqualify us from the future we deserve. What’s in your heart that you’ve been holding back? Today is the day to take one step forward.

Key Points:

• Zacchaeus’ determination despite his limitations
• Why our past mistakes don’t invalidate our present potential
• The importance of making the decision to do better, no matter where you are in life
• A challenge to take one step today toward what's been in your heart

Let’s stop living in the shadow of our past and start walking in the light of our purpose.

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• Check out my upcoming TREE Framework Beta Program for men over 40 starting March 17th. Let’s build the life we deserve, together.

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Welcome to Unleashed After 40, where we dive into real reflections, personal growth, and unapologetic truth. Today’s insight is a hard-hitting reality:

🗣️ "Most people die at 25, but aren’t buried until 65."

I first heard this from Les Brown, but it hit me differently this time. Why do so many people stop living long before life is over? Because they stop believing. Not just in miracles or luck, but in themselves.

In This Episode, We Unpack:

✔️ How rejection, failure, and routine kill our belief over time
✔️ Why living on autopilot is the slowest, most painful death
✔️ The moment you stop believing is the moment you start settling
✔️ The power of feeding your fire instead of letting it die out
✔️ Why belief isn’t something you wait for—it’s something you build

00:00 Introduction and Purpose

00:19 The Concept of Dying at 25

00:46 The Loss of Belief

01:14 Living on Autopilot

01:44 The Slow Death of Dreams

02:12 Reigniting the Fire

03:02 Taking Action to Build Belief

03:21 Challenge and Motivation

03:50 Conclusion: Keep Living, Not Just Existing

Today’s Challenge:

🔥 What’s one thing you can do today to feed your belief?
For me, it’s reaching out to five potential clients for my local SEO business. What’s yours? Is it making that call? Writing down that idea? Hitting the gym? Reminding yourself that you are NOT done yet?

🚀 Take action today. Stop dying the death of a thousand cuts.

Call to Action:

💬 DM me on Instagram (@Jalalunleashed) or click the send me a text link at the top with the one action you’re taking today to reignite your fire! Let’s push each other forward.

Remember: Keep showing up. Keep growing. Keep going.
You’re not just here to exist—you’re here to LIVE.

🎙️ Listen now & let's go!

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🎙️ Episode Summary:
In today’s episode of Unleashed After 40, Jalal dives into an unexpected but powerful lesson about growth, resilience, and purpose—all inspired by hugging a tree. Yep, you heard that right! 🌳 But stick with him because this metaphor is about to shift your perspective on life after 40.

Jalal reflects on how, just like trees, we go through seasons where we’re “underground,” building roots through life’s lessons and experiences. It’s not punishment—it’s preparation. He explores the idea that no matter how long it’s taken you to break ground, your growth is valid, necessary, and unapologetic.

🌟 Key Takeaways:

• The Power of Roots: Your past experiences are the roots that keep you grounded, even when life shakes you.
• No Apologies for Growth: Trees never apologize for how long it takes to grow. Neither should you.
• Preparation Over Punishment: The time you’ve spent “underground” isn’t wasted—it’s been shaping you for your next season.
• Your Light Deserves to Shine: You’ve been forged in silence. Now it’s time to step into the light unapologetically.

💡 Reflective Question:
What are the roots you’ve been growing underground that you need to honor today?

🚀 Call to Action:
If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs a reminder that their growth journey matters. Leave a review, subscribe, and connect with Jalal for more reflections that help you unleash your best self after 40.

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00:00 Introduction and Daily Dose of Reflection
00:18 The Importance of Hugging Trees
00:31 Personal Experience with Tree Hugging
01:33 Lessons from Trees: Resilience and Growth
02:20 Applying Tree Wisdom to Life Over 40
03:24 Embracing Your Journey and Growth
04:19 Conclusion and Motivation

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