Former Navy bomb disposal technician Brian Muka reveals the shocking truth about executive burnout, nervous system dysregulation, and trauma recovery that's sabotaging high-performing leaders worldwide.

After experiencing what he calls "the avalanche" losing his military career trajectory in Iraq Brian discovered why leadership burnout, chronic stress, and emotional exhaustion have nothing to do with workload and everything to do with nervous system hijacking .

This episode covers:
• Burnout recovery strategies for overwhelmed executives and entrepreneurs
• PTSD healing techniques including Wim Hof breathwork and cold therapy
• Nervous system regulation methods for high-stress professionals
• Leadership trauma and why successful people crash and burn
• Military transition challenges and finding purpose after service
• Emotional intelligence training for stress management
• Fear management techniques and Brian's "Muka's Law" principle
• Mental health recovery from suicidal ideation to thriving
• Workplace stress solutions and breaking the white-knuckle leadership cycle
• Spiritual awakening and soul-aligned business practices

Keywords: stress management, anxiety relief, leadership development, mental health awareness, trauma therapy, mindfulness practices, resilience training, emotional regulation, peak performance, burnout prevention

Brian's journey from military service member struggling with combat trauma to becoming "The Freedom Sherpa" proves that personal development, nervous system healing, and authentic leadership can transform your relationship with fear, stress, and success.

Perfect for: CEOs, entrepreneurs, military veterans, healthcare workers, first responders, executives, and anyone experiencing chronic stress, leadership fatigue, or high-achiever burnout .

Connect with Brian: LinkedIn | Freedom Sherpa | Nervous system coaching | Leadership consulting

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