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367 Pounds to 128: The Discipline and Identity Shift That Changed Everything Stanley Bronstein
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- The Shaman Stories Podcast
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- Mar 2, 2026
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Summary
In this episode of Shaman Stories, we explore trauma, identity transformation, discipline, and the spiritual foundation of lasting change. Stanley Bronstein shares his journey from losing his mother at eight years old, to reaching 367 pounds, to walking over 72,000 miles and rebuilding his life through mindset, nutrition, belief, and self-discipline. This conversation goes far beyond weight loss. We discuss: • How childhood trauma shapes identity • The difference between temporary change and permanent transformation • Why perfection is the enemy of excellence • The Law of Reciprocity versus the Law of Attraction • How discipline creates freedom • Integrating mind, body, and spirit • Building healthy habits that actually last • Why belief determines outcomes • The power of “Beat Yesterday” Stanley explains the 20 principles from his “Way of Excellence” system — a human operating framework designed to help individuals create sustainable growth in health, mindset, relationships, and purpose. If you have struggled with consistency, identity change, self-discipline, or long-term growth, this episode will challenge how you think about transformation. Lasting change is not about perfection. It is about persistence. Listen now and start beating yesterday. Links referenced in this episode: www.wayofexcellence.com Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction – The Story Behind Shaman Stories 00:02:18 Childhood Trauma and the Death That Changed Everything 00:10:26 Emotional Eating, Identity and Early Struggles 00:28:21 The Law of Reciprocity Versus the Law of Attraction 00:39:32 The Power of Belief and Self-Discipline 00:40:09 Breaking Addictions and Building Healthy Habits 00:55:14 Excellence Over Perfection and Sustainable Growth 01:02:44 How to Start Changing Your Life Today 01:08:38 Mind,…