What happens when a former elite athlete…

• Starts losing his mind in his 50s
• Gets told there’s no cure
• And is left to decline… slowly

That’s exactly what happened to Dr. Larry Carr.

A Brigham Young University Hall of Fame linebacker…
a PhD researcher…
a man who relied on his mind to outperform his body…

👉 suddenly faced severe brain damage from years of football.

This episode is not theory.

This is survival… research… and a potential path forward for millions.

Dr. Carr didn’t just wake up one day with problems.

It crept in:

• Memory issues
• Emotional instability
• Personality changes
• Cognitive decline

By age 60:

👉 Doctors confirmed significant brain damage

And the message?

“There’s nothing we can do.”

Let’s be blunt…

• No cure
• No true treatment
• No reliable diagnosis in the living

Even leading experts like Ann McKee had no answers.

That’s when everything changed.

Instead of more drugs…

Dr. Carr was pointed to something unexpected:

👉 Light therapy (Photobiomodulation)

Through a VA study on brain-injured veterans, he was introduced to technology developed by Vielight

After structured treatment:

• Depression improved
• PTSD improved
• Cognition improved
• Brain function improved

And most importantly:

👉 His life came back

• Marriage restored
• Clarity returned
• Purpose reignited

Here’s where Dr. Carr flips the script:

👉 It’s NOT concussions

The real problem?

Head acceleration events

Meaning:

• You don’t need a direct hit
• You don’t need to “get knocked out”

Just:

👉 Rapid movement + sudden stop = brain damage over time

This applies to:

• Football
• Wrestling
• MMA
• Soccer
• Rodeo
• Racing

Dr. Carr led a study at Brigham Young University that changed everything.

• High inflammation
• Brain damage markers
• Declining performance

• No brain damage markers
• Reduced inflammation
• Better performance

Let that sink in…

👉 Same sport. Same hits. Different outcome.

Here’s the honest answer:

• It’s not pharmaceutical
• It doesn’t fit the system
• It challenges the current model

And worst of all…

👉 Many still don’t believe it

Even when shown brain scans.

This isn’t just about retired pros.

Dr. Carr found:

• 100% of young athletes studied showed early warning signs
• Even female soccer players

That means:

👉 Damage starts WAY earlier than people think

This might be the most important piece:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Suicide

These are not always “mental health issues”…

👉 They can be brain health issues

This research doesn’t stop with athletes.

It extends into:

• Alzheimer’s
• Dementia
• Cognitive decline

And here’s the uncomfortable truth:

👉 Billions are spent… with little progress

Meanwhile, alternative approaches like this are still fighting for attention.

Dr. Carr’s mission is clear:

• Expand research to the NFL
• Help veterans
• Address youth brain health crisis

Because waiting isn’t working.

• Brain damage isn’t just from concussions
• It’s cumulative and starts early
• Mental health and brain health are deeply connected
• There ARE emerging solutions—but they’re underutilized
• Prevention and recovery need to happen NOW

This episode isn’t about fear…

It’s about awareness.

And maybe—finally—having a direction.

👉 Because ignoring the problem hasn’t worked.

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What if improving your brain function…

boosting performance…

and even supporting recovery from injury…

👉 could come down to light?

In this fascinating episode of Million Dollar Minutes, Michael Aguas and Neil Haley sit down with Dr. Lew Lim, founder of Vielight, to explore the science behind photobiomodulation (PBM)—a rapidly growing field that’s gaining attention in both health and performance circles.

This conversation dives deep into:

Brain health

Red light therapy myths vs. reality

Concussions and recovery

Peak performance and “flow state”

🧠 What Is Photobiomodulation (PBM)?

PBM—often called red light therapy—is the use of specific wavelengths of light to stimulate biological processes in the body.

Dr. Lim explains:

👉 Light is delivered into tissue

👉 Cells absorb that light

👉 The body responds with healing and improved function

At the core of this process:

Mitochondria (cell energy centers) are activated

Cellular energy increases

Repair and recovery processes improve

⚡ How Vielight Focuses on the Brain

While many companies target skin or muscle recovery…

Vielight focuses on:

👉 The brain

Their devices are designed to deliver:

Near-infrared light (for deeper penetration)

Controlled power levels

Specific pulse frequencies

This allows the light to reach brain tissue and potentially support:

Cognitive performance

Recovery from injury

Mental clarity

🚨 Not All Red Light Therapy Works

One of the biggest takeaways:

👉 There’s a huge difference between devices

Dr. Lim explains why:

Too little light = no effect

Too much light = potential negative response

Incorrect wavelengths = ineffective

“Brightness doesn’t equal effectiveness.”

This is where many consumer devices fall short.

🧬 Why Brain Resilience Matters

Dr. Lim introduces the concept of brain resilience:

👉 The brain’s ability to resist damage and maintain function over time

This applies to:

Athletes

Aging adults

Military personnel

Everyday professionals

As we age:

Brain cells decline

Cognitive performance drops

The goal:

👉 Slow that process and maintain performance longer

🏈 Breakthrough Study: Concussions & Brain Protection

A major highlight from the episode:

A study on a football team showed:

Players using light therapy:

No measurable brain inflammation

No structural damage

Players without it:

Clear signs of brain stress and injury

👉 From just one season of play

This opens the door for massive applications in:

Football

MMA

Hockey

Military training

⚡ Performance & “Flow State”

This is where things get really interesting.

Dr. Lim explains that light therapy may help the brain enter:

👉 A flow state

That’s the zone where:

Time slows down

Focus sharpens

Performance peaks

Think:

Athletes reacting faster

Better decision-making

Increased mental clarity

🧘 Meditation & Higher Brain States

In testing with experienced meditators:

Specific light pulse frequencies triggered altered mental states

Brain activity shifted rapidly

This suggests:

👉 Light can influence consciousness and mental performance

🧓 Brain Health & Cognitive Decline

Dr. Lim also discusses early work with:

Alzheimer’s

Cognitive impairment

Key idea:

👉 Supporting brain energy and reducing inflammation may help slow decline

While still being researched, the results are promising.

⚠️ Reality Check: Where This Stands Today

Important to stay grounded:

This is not a miracle cure

It’s part of an emerging scientific field

Results depend on proper use and correct technology

It falls under:

👉 General wellness technology

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Million Dollar Minutes, Michael Aguas sits down with long-time mentee and successful entrepreneur Christian Collabro.

This is not about strategies…
This is about mindset, resilience, and survival.

👉 From poverty and physical pain
👉 To rejection, debt, and emotional breakdowns
👉 To building a million-dollar financial business

Christian’s story is raw, real, and exactly what people need to hear when they feel like giving up.

Christian didn’t start with advantages.

• Grew up in New York with financial struggles
• Mother worked three jobs just to survive
• Often had little to no food
• Lived off loose change just to eat

“If I had a dollar… I was eating good that day.”

This wasn’t motivation from a book…
This was survival.

At just 18 years old:

• Involved in a serious car accident
• Developed chronic, debilitating pain
• Later diagnosed with Fibromyalgia

For years:

• Saw 50+ doctors
• Misdiagnosed repeatedly
• Tried every treatment possible

At times, the pain was so severe:

👉 He couldn’t function past noon
👉 His spine felt like it was “being wrung out”

The hardest part wasn’t the pain…

It was:

• Losing his identity as an athlete
• Comparing himself to his former self
• Watching others give up on life

But one decision changed everything:

👉 “I refuse to give up.”

Christian entered financial services as a teenager:

• No network
• No experience
• Competing against seasoned professionals

And the reality:

• 87% fail in year one
• Half of the rest fail in year two

Yet he pushed forward.

Early success came fast:

• Made $12,000 in first two months

Then reality hit:

• Months with zero income
• Debt piling up
• Deals falling apart

At one point:

👉 Down $80,000+ multiple times

Between:

• Health struggles
• Financial pressure
• Constant rejection

Christian hit rock bottom.

He even broke down in tears on a call with Michael.

The message he received:

👉 “You just have to keep going.”

Everything changed during the pandemic.

Christian:

• Discovered Tony Robbins
• Invested in high-level programs
• Maxed out credit cards to grow

At the time, it felt like a mistake…

👉 “I went to the bathroom and threw up after buying it.”

But it became the best decision of his life.

Through deep personal development, Christian:

• Eliminated limiting beliefs
• Adopted a growth mindset
• Focused on self-mastery

Influences included:

• Tony Robbins
• Joe Dispenza

He learned:

👉 “Your mind can heal your body and your life.”

Christian makes it clear:

Success isn’t random.

It requires:

• Daily discipline
• Structured systems
• Consistent action

“You don’t just show up and win… you set yourself up to win.”

Today, Christian has:

• Built a multi-million dollar business
• Traveled the world
• Owns homes in multiple locations
• Retired his mother

“I built this version of myself.”

Christian lives by one belief:

👉 “Everything always works out.”

Even when:

• It doesn’t look like it
• It doesn’t feel like it
• It doesn’t make sense

If you feel stuck…

If nothing is working…

Christian’s advice is simple:

• Stop waiting — no one is coming to save you
• Move your body — change your state
• Shift your mindset — from victim to fighter
• Keep going — even when you can’t see the path

“Stagnation is what kills people… not failure.”

• Your past does not define your future
• Pain can become your greatest advantage
• Mindset is more powerful than circumstance
• Personal development is a non-negotiable
• Consistency beats talent every time

Christian Collabro’s story proves one thing:

👉 You don’t need perfect conditions to win.
👉 You just need the decision to keep going.

Visit: ReignstormMediaGroup.com
To connect with Christian Collabro and explore opportunities.

In this high-energy episode of Million Dollar Minutes, Michael Aguas sits down with Dave Negrete, the returning commissioner of the International Racquetball Tour, to discuss the revival of professional racquetball.

After stepping away for over a decade, Dave returns with a mission:

👉 Rebuild the tour
👉 Grow global participation
👉 Bring racquetball back into the spotlight

This conversation dives deep into the state of the sport, its challenges, and the exciting future ahead.

After years away from leadership, Dave saw something concerning:

• The tour was declining
• Fewer events were being held
• Momentum had slowed

Instead of watching from the sidelines, he made a decision:

👉 “You can talk about change… or you can go make it happen.”

He teamed up with key leaders to rebuild the foundation and bring energy back to the sport.

Since returning, Dave and his team have:

• Expanded to 12+ major events
• Added 15+ satellite tournaments
• Secured new sponsors including:

👉 The tour is no longer shrinking — it’s growing again.

One of the biggest changes in today’s game:

👉 The rise of international players

Countries producing top talent:

• Bolivia
• Mexico
• Costa Rica
• Guatemala
• Canada

A standout name:

👉 Jonathan Flores (Bolivia) — recent tournament winner

This international wave is reshaping the competition and raising the level of play.

Even with new talent emerging, one name still stands tall:

👉 Kane Waselenchuk

• Competing at age 44
• Still winning tournaments
• Considered one of the greatest ever

“You can never count him out.”

The tour now features:

• High-level singles competition
• Explosive doubles matches

Doubles brings:

• Faster pace
• More reaction-based play
• Extreme athleticism

👉 Balls reaching 130–140 mph with four players on court

One of the biggest challenges racquetball has faced:

👉 The rise of pickleball

Combined with:

• COVID shutdowns (no indoor play)
• Loss of facilities
• Decreased visibility

But now:

👉 Racquetball is making a comeback

Becoming a professional racquetball player requires:

• Elite hand-eye coordination
• Extreme speed and conditioning
• Mental toughness
• Financial support

Today’s reality:

👉 Most pros fund their careers through:

• Local sponsors
• Personal investment

Unlike the past:

• Major brand sponsorships are limited

Dave’s strategy to rebuild racquetball includes:

• Set up in public venues
• Bring the game to new audiences

Past locations:

• Navy Pier (Chicago)
• Downtown Denver
• Target Center (Minneapolis)

Upcoming growth markets:

• Costa Rica
• Ecuador
• Bolivia
• Mexico

👉 Goal: Make racquetball truly global

Young players are rising fast, especially internationally.

Dave emphasizes:

👉 The future of the sport depends on youth development

• Tournaments used to have 300–400 players
• Now strong events average 200–225 players

But Dave’s perspective:

👉 “That’s still a great turnout — and we build from there.”

The #1 obstacle:

👉 Sponsorship outside the sport

To grow, racquetball needs:

• Corporate partnerships
• Media visibility
• Broader audience reach

• Racquetball is NOT dead — it’s evolving
• International talent is driving new growth
• Leadership and vision are bringing the sport back
• Youth development is critical for long-term success
• The sport needs exposure, not reinvention

Racquetball isn’t fading…
it’s rebuilding.

With leaders like Dave Negrete stepping back in, the sport is entering a new chapter — stronger, faster, and more global than ever.

Visit: RainstormMediaGroup.com
For updates on the tour, sponsorships, and upcoming events.

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In this powerful and culturally rich episode of Million Dollar Minutes, Michael Aguas sits down with rising content creator Ro — the voice behind the viral “Balikbayan Diaries” series.

What started as a personal journey to reconnect with his roots has turned into a daily documentation of life in the Philippines, blending:

• Culture
• Identity
• Economics
• Real-world struggles
• And raw, unfiltered truth

Ro shares what it really means to return “home” after years abroad — and why more Filipinos need to do the same.

Ro explains the discipline behind his content:

• A 100-day daily challenge inspired by martial arts training
• Built on consistency, repetition, and purpose
• Not a vacation vlog — but a lifestyle immersion

“If I don’t do it daily, it becomes unfocused… repetition is everything.”

After a breakup, Ro faced a decision:

• Stay in the U.S. and pursue acting
• Or take a leap and move to the Philippines

He chose the latter — and it changed everything.

His mission:

👉 Reconnect with his roots
👉 Experience life fully
👉 Document the reality most people overlook

Ro highlights a major shift:

• The Philippines is far more modern than expected

Compared to the past:

• Fewer infrastructure issues
• More accessibility
• Greater opportunity

“For the first time, I said… I could actually live here.”

Traditionally:

• Filipinos abroad sent Balikbayan boxes filled with goods

Today:

• Everything is accessible locally
• Money is more valuable than shipped items
• The cultural meaning has evolved

Ro connects global politics to everyday life in the Philippines.

Key insight:

👉 A war in the Middle East directly affects Filipinos

• Heavy reliance on imports
• Rising oil prices
• Currency pressure

“A bomb in Iran will definitely affect the Philippines.”

• Small price increases = big impact
• Peso fluctuations hurt buying power
• Overseas income stretches less

For many families:
👉 Every peso matters more than ever

• Corruption still exists across levels
• Political division is growing
• Public frustration remains

Despite progress:
👉 Many feel stuck in the system

Ro balances:

• Entertainment
• Education
• Cultural awareness

He avoids surface-level content and focuses on:

👉 Real experiences
👉 Honest storytelling
👉 Respect for culture

A standout moment:

Ro feeding stray dogs — a simple but powerful act.

It reflects:

• Compassion
• Community
• Service

“That’s part of our nature… the act of service.”

👉 Go back home.

Not just to visit — but to understand.

“It is your God-given right to experience your roots.”

Ro’s advice:

❌ Don’t just do beaches
❌ Don’t treat it like a resort

✅ Visit the provinces
✅ Connect with locals
✅ Experience real life

• Biggest misconception:
  👉 “We are not a third-world country.”
• Must-try food:
  👉 Durian
• Day 101:
  👉 “Ro is taking a break.”

Instagram: @rotheshow

• Identity comes from your roots
• The Philippines is evolving fast
• Global events hit local communities hard
• Filipino culture is built on resilience and heart
• Growth happens when you step outside your world

This isn’t just about travel.

It’s about:

👉 Identity
👉 Truth
👉 Perspective

Sometimes…
you have to go back
to truly move forward.

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In this powerful solo episode of Million Dollar Minutes, Michael Aguas dives into one of the most foundational — and often overlooked — areas of life:

Spiritual breakthrough.

While many chase success through money, relationships, or status, Michael explains that the true transformation begins internally — and that many people are unknowingly blocking their own breakthroughs.

This episode lays the groundwork by answering one critical question:

👉 Why is pursuing a spiritual breakthrough worth it?

Because without a strong “why”…
You won’t stay the course when things get hard.

Before pursuing any transformation — spiritual or otherwise — you must understand your motivation.

“If your why is big enough, you’ll find a way.”

This applies especially in your faith journey.

Spiritual growth requires:

• Effort
• Faith
• Discipline
• And persistence

Without a strong reason, most people quit before they ever experience real change.

Many people are searching for fulfillment — but looking in the wrong places.

They turn to:

• Money
• Success
• Relationships
• Pleasure
• Status

Yet none of these provide lasting satisfaction.

Michael explains that what people are truly seeking is:

👉 A deeper relationship with God

When that connection is missing:

• Life feels empty
• Purpose feels unclear
• Fulfillment never lasts

People are stuck in different ways:

• Addictions
• Financial struggles
• Relationship breakdowns
• Negative habits
• Mental and emotional cycles

Even high performers can feel trapped.

The good news:

👉 Freedom is available.

Spiritual breakthrough allows people to:

• Break destructive patterns
• Overcome internal battles
• Move forward with clarity and strength

True change doesn’t happen externally first.

It begins in the mind.

Many people:

• Think the same
• React the same
• Stay stuck in the same cycles

Spiritual breakthrough creates:

• New thinking patterns
• Better decision-making
• Alignment with purpose

“You cannot remain the same if you need change.”

Many people stay at a beginner level in their faith.

Michael explains the difference:

• Milk: Basic understanding
• Meat: Deeper spiritual maturity

Growth requires intention.

Breakthrough leads to:

• Greater wisdom
• Stronger faith
• Increased grace
• Better leadership in life

Spiritual breakthrough doesn’t just change you —
It equips you.

Michael shares the story of:

• Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego

They faced a life-or-death test of faith.

They declared:

“Even if God doesn’t save us, we will not turn away.”

What happened?

• They walked through the fire
• They were protected
• They came out stronger
• Their faith impacted everyone watching

👉 That’s what breakthrough does.

It transforms belief into lived experience.

Michael shares a personal story of financial hardship:

• Lost a major income opportunity
• Faced uncertainty with family responsibilities
• Could have responded with fear

Instead, he chose faith:

• Declared victory before seeing results
• Trusted God through uncertainty
• Experienced unexpected opportunities

“God opened doors I could not have opened.”

• Your “why” determines your breakthrough
• Many people block their own growth unknowingly
• Spiritual breakthrough requires effort and faith
• True fulfillment comes from deeper connection with God
• Transformation starts internally
• Breakthrough leads to strength, clarity, and purpose

In the next episode, Michael will break down:

👉 What actually blocks your breakthrough

Including:

• Habits
• Mindsets
• Everyday behaviors people overlook

Spiritual breakthrough isn’t optional if you want:

• Real peace
• Real clarity
• Real growth

It’s the foundation everything else is built on.

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In Part 2 of this powerful conversation on Million Dollar Minutes, Michael Aguas continues his discussion with entrepreneur and cancer survivor Teresa Reile, who shares the next chapter of her journey after surviving cancer and a life-threatening surgical complication.

In this episode, Teresa reveals how she discovered a revolutionary oxygen-based wellness approach that focuses on cellular hypoxia — a condition where cells lack sufficient oxygen.

She explains how this discovery changed her life, helped her catch a cancer recurrence early, and inspired her to bring a groundbreaking oxygen technology to the United States to help others improve their health.

This episode explores the intersection of science, wellness innovation, and personal resilience, while also emphasizing the importance of working alongside traditional medical care.

Years after her initial cancer battle, Teresa noticed something concerning:

• Persistent fatigue

• Low energy despite regular workouts

• A sense that something wasn’t quite right

While living in Florida, a friend told her about a discovery he encountered in Hungary regarding cellular hypoxia — a condition where cells are deprived of oxygen.

The key insight she learned:

When mitochondria are deprived of oxygen for long enough, disease processes can begin.

This concept sparked Teresa’s curiosity and led her to investigate further.

Determined to learn more, Teresa traveled to Europe to meet Dr. Robert Lyons, the scientist who developed a technology designed to increase oxygen delivery directly to the mitochondria.

Before beginning the program, she completed blood tests and scans.

During her time there, she participated in:

• Oxygen immersion baths

• Oxygen-rich hydration therapy

• Daily oxygen supplementation protocols

Within days she began noticing increased energy levels and reduced fatigue.

But the biggest revelation came two weeks later.

After retesting, Teresa received surprising news.

Her tests initially indicated that cancer had returned and was developing again as colon cancer.

However, after two weeks of oxygen therapy, the hypoxia markers had disappeared.

Because the issue was caught early, Teresa was able to intervene before the condition progressed further.

This experience reinforced her belief that addressing oxygen levels in the body could play a significant role in supporting overall health.

Teresa explains that mitochondria — often called the “power plants” of the cell — require oxygen to produce energy efficiently.

When oxygen levels drop:

• Cells produce less energy

• Fatigue increases

• The body’s ability to repair itself declines

By improving oxygen delivery at the cellular level, she believes the body can better support its own natural healing processes.

Inspired by her experience, Teresa partnered with Dr. Lyons to help introduce the oxygen technology more broadly.

She launched a company called Patriarch, which focuses on delivering stabilized oxygen water designed to support cellular oxygenation.

Her mission is to help people understand:

• The importance of cellular oxygen levels

• Early warning signs like fatigue

• How oxygenation may support overall wellness

Teresa and Michael both emphasize an important point:

This approach is not meant to replace medical treatment.

Instead, it can be used as a complementary wellness strategy alongside traditional medical care.

Michael shares his personal experience using the oxygen water while undergoing chemotherapy and describes how it helped him maintain energy and avoid some of the common side effects.

• Fatigue can be an early warning sign of cellular stress

• Oxygen plays a vital role in cellular energy production

• Mitochondrial health is central to overall wellness

• New wellness technologies may complement traditional care

• Personal conviction and research can lead to life-changing discoveries

Today, Teresa continues sharing her story to help others become proactive about their health.

Her message is simple: