{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Fa400c22e-04aa-4f1b-bf36-e907126b1230","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Mental Health, Discipline, and the Real Work of Building\u2014Yusef \u201cMista Yu\u201d Marshall","description":"\n\n\n\n\n\nFounders don\u2019t just build companies\u2014they hold families, teams, and futures together. In this BizBlend conversation, Yusef \u201cMista Yu\u201d Marshall\u2014high-performance coach, ordained minister, and host of the They Call Me Mr. Yu podcast network\u2014gets practical about mental health for entrepreneurs: embracing silence in a noisy world, setting standards with softness, and leading a blended family while scaling brands. Expect clear, usable tactics for burnout prevention, boundary language, journaling, and the three-R framework: Recognize, Release, Replenish. If you\u2019re a solopreneur or founder balancing growth with well-being, this is your playbook.\nAbout the guest:\nYusef \u201cMista Yu\u201d Marshall is a high-performance coach, ordained minister, and best-selling co-author of Born to Risk (2nd Ed.). He leads multiple podcasts under the \u201cThey Call Me Mr. Yu\u201d brand and mentors founders on discipline, leadership, and family culture.\nKey takeaways:\n\n\nSilence is a skill: schedule device-free blocks (30\u201360 minutes) to assess reality without noise and re-enter work with clarity.\n\n\nIntentionality beats intensity: get up an hour earlier or log off an hour sooner to protect mental health like a mission-critical asset.\n\n\nStandards with softness: discipline is a guideline for growth, not a weapon for shame; miss a day, recalibrate, continue.\n\n\nThree-R framework: Recognize signals (poor sleep, stress), Release perfectionism and others\u2019 expectations, Replenish through sleep, walks, and journaling.\n\n\nFounders as keystones: if you go down, the effort stalls\u2014prioritize you to protect the mission.\n\n\nBoundaries that land: set clear rules for access, meetings, and screens; \u201cI\u2019m unavailable 7\u20138 a.m. for deep work; I\u2019ll respond after 10.\u201d\n\n\nFamily culture under pressure: in blended families, pair learning (books, mentors) with accountability circles and non-negotiable couple time.\n\n\nSuccess redefined: small, consistent seeds compound; measure by alignment and follow-through, not external validation.\n\n\nHow to connect with the guest:\nAll shows and links: theycallmemistayu.buzzsprout.com\nWebsite: Mista YuGeneral hub and coaching contact available via his Linktree\u00a0\n\nWant to be a guest on BizBlend?\nDM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatchDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\nDisclaimer\nThis video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\n\nHealthy Mind By Avik is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and conversations on:\n\u2022 Mental Health & Emotional Well-being\u2022 Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth\u2022 Holistic Healing & Conscious Living\u2022 Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact\nBrand: Healthy Mind By AvikEmail: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.comWebsite: www.healthymindbyavik.comBased in: India & USA\nOpen to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let\u2019s connect to create a ripple effect of positivity.\nCheck podcast shows & be a guest\nListen to our 17 Podcast Shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavikBe a guest on our other shows: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/beaguestVideo Testimonial: ht","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/8749df67-2e89-47dd-9fdd-acf47e22a55b/1b228e298d805a68.jpg"}