In this episode, I candidly explore my evolution from the chaos of gang leadership and prison to building a life rooted in authentic inspiration, empathy, and self-mastery. Drawing on my lived experience, insights from my book, and my original PRICE Leadership Framework, I break down what it truly means to lead yourself before you can lead others.
Joined by co-host Shirin Hejazi, we challenge common myths around power, unpack the daily battles of self-leadership, and explore the difference between being driven by ego versus guided by purpose.
Tune in as we dive into:
(00:00) Leadership vs self-control
(05:10) Growth and accountability in prison
(09:08) Natural leadership in groups
(10:23) From powerlessness to despair
(15:03) Writing through pain and hope
(19:15) Turning pain into purpose
(22:20) From victim to happiness
(24:06) Define success in your own way
(29:14) Closing and links to free resources
Links mentioned in this episode:
Shirin Hejazi’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shirinhejaziofficial
Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlosvasquezofficial
Warrior in the Garden: 7 Rules for Men – Book PDF: https://carlosvasquez.systeme.io/warriorinthegarden
Download my Confidence Masterclass:
https://carlosvasquezofficial.thinkific.com/products/courses/building-confidence-masterclass
The PRICE Method: How I Turn Pain into Purpose: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BXMRB613
Thank you to Legendary Foods and Youth Champions for their support of this podcast. For more information, visit:
Legendary Foods Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legendaryfoods
Youth Champions Website: https://youth-champions.org
