Schalee Sanchez sits down with entrepreneur, real estate broker, and father of four Chris Clary for a grounded, practical conversation about humility, leadership, and what real success actually looks like. Chris shares how some of his greatest wins didn’t come from business growth alone, but from intentional decisions to prioritize his marriage, his children, and the people entrusted to his leadership.

Chris reflects on pivotal mentors who shaped his approach to life and work, teaching him the power of staying teachable, listening well, and resisting the pressure to have all the answers. From navigating real estate transactions to leading teams and raising kids, he explains why humility builds trust, why honesty creates stronger relationships, and why collaboration consistently outperforms ego.

The conversation also explores how success becomes more meaningful when it’s leveraged for others—through mentoring, generosity, and investing in causes beyond yourself. Chris offers a compelling picture of leadership that puts people at the center, proving that you don’t have to sacrifice family or character to build something impactful. This episode is an invitation to redefine success, lead with humility, and build a life that lasts beyond personal gain.

On this episode of Flex With Purpose, Schalee sits down with Dr. Kyle Thompson, a rehab specialist and chiropractor whose blend of humility, discipline, mentorship, and relentless learning shapes every life he touches. Kyle shares some of his most meaningful wins—not the kind measured in accolades, but in human transformation: patients walking again, hiking mountains, playing with their children without pain, and reclaiming the ability to live fully. His stories reveal a man who sees healing as a partnership, not a performance, and who believes humility is the only pathway to real expertise.

Through their conversation, Kyle opens up about his daily rhythms of practice, entrepreneurship, continuing education, and community involvement. He describes the “dance” of his life—balancing business demands with clinical mastery, investing deeply in his patients while also mentoring students at Parker University, and constantly seeking wisdom from those ahead of him. His approach is simple but profound: confidence isn’t pretending you know everything; it’s being willing to learn, adapt, and change when new information comes.

Kyle also shares how mentorship, grief, failure, and real human stories shaped his understanding of humility. From walking alongside a terminally ill patient whose final lesson changed the trajectory of his life, to navigating the early years of private practice, to resisting the ego trap that comes with five degrees at age 32—Kyle demonstrates how honesty, self-awareness, and action create impact far greater than knowledge alone.

This episode is a powerful invitation to anyone feeling anxious, stuck, or overwhelmed by growth: take the next step. As Kyle reminds us, action is the antidote to anxiety. Whether you're leading, healing, learning, or starting something new, this conversation will challenge you to show up with courage, humility, teachability, and purpose.

00:00 Introduction to Flex With Purpose

01:31 The Role of Humility in Accomplishments

04:48 Personal Success Stories and Impact

06:24 A Day in the Life of Dr. Kyle Thompson

12:15 The Importance of Humility in Practice

14:18 Confidence and Humility: A Balancing Act

16:53 Mentoring the Next Generation

23:35 The Ripple Effect of Teaching

On this episode of Flex With Purpose, Schalee sits down with dog-trainer-turned-community-builder Art Ortiz, whose life story is a raw and profound picture of resilience, humility, and purpose. Art opens up about the long recovery from a torn tendon in his pinky—a small injury with a massive impact on both his jiu-jitsu practice and his work with dogs. He shares how adapting to train with “three limbs instead of four” made him more resourceful, more patient, and surprisingly, even better than before. His story reframes injury not as an ending, but as an unexpected teacher.

As the conversation unfolds, Art reveals the deeper journey behind the man—navigating career loss, divorce, loneliness, and financial uncertainty. He shares the unlikely beginnings of DogFit Dallas, born from rock-bottom moments, chance encounters, and ultimately God’s providence. From walking ten dogs through downtown elevators to becoming a trusted relationship-builder between families and their pets, Art’s story shows how struggle can become a calling, and how a single decision can change the entire arc of a life.

Art also talks about his renewed faith journey—how God pursued him through unexpected people, chance conversations, worship music, and a season of personal crisis. He describes learning to slow down, to connect deeply with others, and to anchor his days in early-morning prayer and Scripture. Whether wrestling on a jiu-jitsu mat, supporting families impacted by tragedy, or helping clients rebuild trust with their dogs, Art shows how humility, service, and spiritual grounding can transform both a business and a life.

This episode is for anyone in a season of struggle, transition, or uncertainty. Art reminds us that nothing—neither the highs nor the valleys—lasts forever, and that even in our hardest moments, God is at work laying the stepping stones ahead of us. His story is an encouragement to stay the course, ask for help, keep growing, and trust that better days are coming.

00:00 Introduction to Flex With Purpose

02:18 Overcoming Personal Challenges

07:02 Navigating Life Changes

10:32 The Importance of Connection

14:27 Daily Routines and Priorities

19:11 The Journey to Becoming a Dog Trainer

23:18 From Dog Walking to Recognition

25:28 Life Changes and Personal Growth

26:43 Overcoming Difficult Moments

28:23 Seeking Help and Finding Community

35:03 Faith and Personal Transformation

38:02 Encouragement for Struggling Listeners