In this Healthy Mind, Healthy Life episode, host Yusuf talks with Brett Gallant, a New Brunswick Canada IT and cybersecurity business owner who hit 349 pounds while running on burnout and grief after his father’s death. Brett breaks down the real weight loss transformation behind the before and after. Not hacks. A rebuild of identity, priorities, and daily systems. He shares his October 2023 “decision day” moment, why mindset is a muscle, and how consistent 10 minute walks can compound into sustainable fat loss, stronger mental health, and better leadership at work and home. If you are stuck in stress, emotional eating, or nonstop responsibilities, this is a practical reset for health, boundaries, and discipline that actually lasts.
About the guest:
Brett Gallant is a Canadian entrepreneur and cybersecurity business owner. After reaching 349 pounds and feeling exhausted and disconnected from himself, he committed to a structured health reset. He has released about 140 pounds so far and shares his systems around mindset training, food as fuel, accountability, and sustainable habits for busy professionals.
Key takeaways:
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Burnout recovery and weight loss often start with one uncomfortable truth, not a gym membership.
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“Decision day” creates commitment. Brett chose October 2023 as the line in the sand.
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Put your oxygen mask on first. Self care is a leadership strategy, not selfishness.
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Mindset is a muscle. Train it daily when the scale stalls and business gets chaotic.
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Stop treating progress like a highlight reel. Celebrate non scale wins like showing up.
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You cannot out exercise a bad diet. Rebuild your relationship with food, from emotional coping to fuel.
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Consistency compounds. Start with 10 minutes, then stack three short walks if needed.
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Treat yourself like your best client. Schedule movement like a non negotiable meeting.
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Accountability helps. Go public or share goals with a peer group, then keep promises to yourself.
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Expect setbacks. Do not spiral. Catch it, reset fast, and keep going.
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Bigger bodies are not a discipline problem. Discipline can exist in work and family, then be redirected to health.
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Sustainable change improves leadership, energy, and how you show up for family and team.
How listeners can connect with the guest:
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Instagram
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DM him the word “travel” to get his travel hack guide for staying on track while traveling
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For cybersecurity conversations: connect with Brett through his Instagram and ask about his cybersecurity work
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