Chasing Excellence Without Losing Yourself – with Fragoza

In this high-impact episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, we sit down with Fragoza—All-American wrestler, MMA veteran, corporate dropout turned creative entrepreneur. From leading three businesses to producing music, writing books, and co-founding Headspace Studios, Fragoza lives at the edge of possibility. But what’s the cost of doing it all? This raw and honest conversation dives deep into the emotional toll of ambition, the discipline learned from combat sports, and how time-blocking and long walks help him stay sane. If you’re struggling to balance big dreams with your inner peace, this one’s for you.

About the Guest:
Fragoza is a multi-hyphenate powerhouse—All-American wrestler, MMA fighter, musician, author, actor, and co-founder of Headspace Studios. A corporate escapee and creative entrepreneur, he now runs Collecting Heads Media and co-leads several ventures including a real estate investment firm. His work centers around performance, grit, and staying human in high-stakes environments.

Key Takeaways:

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  Mental Health Behind the Hustle: From 15-hour workdays to startup pressure, Fragoza shares how success often looks unhealthy before it looks polished.

  
  


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  Time Blocking as Therapy: Time blocking isn’t just a productivity tool—it’s how he preserves his mental clarity.

  
  


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  Creative Burnout Is Real: Walking and detaching are key to staying creatively aligned.

  
  


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  Resilience from the Mat: Wrestling shaped his ability to handle rejection, long hours, and emotional setbacks in business.

  
  


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  Don’t Chase Everything Alone: Every venture Fragoza commits to must have a dedicated partner to avoid burnout.

  
  

Connect with Fragoza:
Instagram: @fragozamusic

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