Overcoming Alcoholism & Postpartum | The Conquer Cast Ep 005
Welcome back to The Conquer Cast, where we celebrate resilience, transformation, and the power of community. In this episode, Trevor Farnes, the former CEO of MTN OPS and your host, sits down with Abby Gallegos and James Stone—the 2023 MTN OPS Conquer Fitness Challenge Winners.
Abby and James share their incredible journeys of overcoming significant personal challenges. From Abby’s struggles with postpartum depression to James’s battle with alcoholism, they discuss how they turned their lives around and the pivotal role the MTN OPS community played in supporting their transformation. Their inspiring stories highlight the power of faith, perseverance, and the right community to create lasting change.
What Does It Take to Be a Conqueror?
Abby and James are living proof that transformation starts with a single decision. They talk about their paths to MTN OPS, their breakthroughs during the Conquer Fitness Challenge, and how they’ve continued to grow since their victories.
Key Takeaways from the Episode
- Witnessing New Beginnings
Trevor, Abby, and James reflect on watching the 2024 Conquer Fitness Challenge Winners, reminiscing about their own moments of triumph and the emotions tied to those experiences. - Overcoming Postpartum and Alcoholism
Abby opens up about her journey through postpartum depression, sharing how it affected her life and how she found the strength to overcome it. James talks candidly about his battle with alcoholism, the decision to give up drinking, and how he rebuilt his life with the support of faith and the MTN OPS community. - Finding MTN OPS and Taking the First Step
Both Abby and James explain how discovering MTN OPS was a turning point in their journeys. They share how the company’s mission and community helped them find purpose, motivation, and the tools to create healthier, more fulfilling lives. - Family Transformation
Both Abby and James discuss how participating in the challenge has positively impacted their families, strengthening relationships and setting healthier examples for their loved ones. - Spreading the Mission
What would they say to someone unfamiliar with MTN OPS? Abby and James explain how the company’s mission of improving lives resonates deeply with them and why they believe MTN OPS is “built for you.” - Life After the Challenge
Abby and James update Trevor on their lives since winning the challenge, sharing the personal growth, opportunities, and habits that have kept them moving forward. - Measuring Your Life
The episode closes with a heartfelt discussion on the legacy Abby and James hope to leave behind and how they’ll measure their lives in the end—a thought-provoking reflection that will inspire every listener.
Why You Should Listen
This episode is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when you face life’s challenges head-on and lean into the strength of a supportive community. Abby and James’s stories will inspire you to:
- Take the first step toward your personal transformation.
- Recognize the ripple effects of positive change on your family and community.
- Embrace faith, perseverance, and a supportive mission like MTN OPS.
- Reflect on how you’ll measure the impact of your own life.
Listen Now
Tune in to Episode 5 of the Conquer Cast with Abby Gallegos and James Stone to hear their remarkable stories of resilience and growth.
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