In this episode of Behind the Mic Wellness, host Scott Emmens interviews Christopher Lee Maher, a former Navy SEAL, best-selling author, and founder of True Body Intelligence. Christopher shares his inspiring journey from the extreme discipline of military life to becoming a pioneer in holistic health, focusing on overcoming the effects of lifetime accumulated stress. Explore Christopher’s transformative experiences, including divine interventions and pivotal moments that led him from self-destructive behaviors to heartfelt action and sobriety. Learn how these principles guide his mission to promote mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Key Topics:
- Techniques to manage and release stress effectively.
- Insights into eccentric, concentric, and isometric muscle contractions.
- The power of adopting healthy habits and heartfelt action for holistic wellness.
- Overcoming harmful dependencies and embracing a balanced lifestyle.
- The connection between spiritual growth and physical health.
- The episode also introduces Christopher’s new podcast, True Body Intelligence, offering actionable insights on stress management and health improvement—free for all listeners.
Timestamps:
01:33 Introducing Christopher Lee Maher
02:49 Christopher’s Mission and Podcast Journey
04:46 Observations on Human Health
07:56 Christopher’s Early Life and Navy SEAL Journey
11:05 Divine Interventions and Life Changes
19:34 Challenges and Realizations Post-SEAL Training
23:41 The Turning Point: DUI and Self-Reflection
29:34 Healing and Discovering New Methods
40:23 Dynamic and Isometric Contractions Explained
41:08 Recruiting Muscle Fibers for Optimal Performance
41:42 Strengthen, Recruit, Stretch: The Ultimate Muscle Activation
42:24 Achieving a High-Performing Body
43:00 Personal Training Regimen and Philosophy
45:03 The Triangle of Life: Spirit, Mind, and Body
48:16 Heartfelt Action and Personal Growth
50:44 Sobriety and Optimal Performance
52:25 Daily Acceptable Drugs and Their Impact
01:02:51 Podcasting Journey and Impact
01:13:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Connect with Christopher Lee Maher:
Website – Podcast – Instagram – X – Facebook – YouTube – LinkedIn
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Website – Instagram – Apple Podcasts
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Christopher Lee Maher is a former Navy SEAL who endured intense amounts of physical, mental, and emotional stress as a child and during and after his military career. He has taught himself how to free his energy, body, mind and emotions from pain by developing the emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of being. Christopher studied Traditional Chinese Medical Practices at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and at Yo San University. He then continued his studies at The Universal Healing Tao System. Christopher is a student of Grand Master Mantak Chia at the Universal Tao Master School in Chiang Mai, Thailand. He is currently pursuing his Master’s and Doctorate degrees in Traditional Chinese Medicine.