PSYFI Guiding Leaders Through Burnout & Balance w/ Physical, Mental & Emotional Coaching The Man Behind PSYFI: A Guide for High-Performing Men

David W.

Mykel isn’t just another coach—he’s the guy who has been in the trenches, fought the battles high-achieving men face, and built the solution that actually works. He created PSYFI because he lived the problem. He knows the silent suffering of high-performing men who seemingly have it all but feel empty, overwhelmed, or stuck. He’s been the guy with the corner office, the impressive title, and the financial success—only to find himself suicidally depressed, questioning everything society told him would bring happiness. He built PSYFI because no one was offering what high-achieving men actually need: a real, structured system that merges neuroscience, psychology, and physical optimization to create fast, sustainable change. No fluff, no vague self-help platitudes—just science-backed strategies that cut through the noise and get results. Why PSYFI Exists: Solving the Silent Crisis of High-Performing Men

David understands that success without fulfillment is the ultimate failure. The men he works with are at the top of their game—executives, entrepreneurs, lawyers, founders, high-level professionals—but they’re burnt out, disconnected, and struggling in silence. They’ve outgrown traditional therapy, leadership coaching, and motivational programs that lack the structure, accountability, and results they demand. PSYFI provides a system that addresses:
Burnout & Overwhelm: Helping men sustain peak performance without sacrificing their mental, emotional, or physical well-being. Lack of Clarity & Direction: Navigating major transitions—whether it’s stepping into leadership, pivoting careers, or redefining personal success. Emotional & Mental Strain: Eliminating anxiety, self-doubt, perfectionism, and imposter syndrome so they can lead with confidence and decisiveness. Work-Life Imbalance: Teaching men how to set boundaries and be fully present at work and home. Ineffective Growth Strategies: Replacing outdated self-improvement methods with a structured, science-driven roadmap for success. Identity Shifts & Transitions: Guiding former athletes, executives, and professionals through the psychological challenges of reinvention without losing their drive. The Story That Built the System

David didn’t wake up one day and decide to be a coach—he forged PSYFI through lived experience. Growing up poor in the ghetto of New York, without positive male role models, he sought validation in the societal blueprint: big titles, financial success, and external achievement. It didn’t work. When the pursuit of success led him to suicidal depression, despite the corner office, the big title and financial success, he knew he had to rewrite the script. From free-soloing a 700-ft mountain to surfing two-story waves in Australia, from winning a $2.5M grant for a U.S. president-backed NGO to consulting on billion-dollar landmark legal cases, David has pushed his limits in every arena. He has worked with over 7,000 leaders across 51 countries, developing a first-of-its-kind, scientifically validated program that trains the brain, body, and breath as one. His credentials speak for themselves: a former Division 1 athlete, graduated first in his class from the #1 graduate school in the country, became the youngest litigation psychologist at two top firms, and built a name advising Fortune 500 companies and America’s top law firms on high-stakes, billion-dollar cases. But the real breakthrough? Beating 1.5 years of suicidal depression and using everything he learned to build a repeatable system that transforms lives, his scientifically validated B3 Methodology. Why His Clients Trust Him

David isn’t here to give pep talks—he’s here to deliver tangible, measurable results. His clients trust him because he speaks their language: efficiency, precision, and real-world performance. The results speak for themselves:
Clients achieving partner at top 100 law firms. Entrepreneurs scaling multi-million dollar businesses without burnout. Professional athletes and C-Suite executives redefining success after career transitions. Fathers becoming more present and engaged at home while excelling at work. Men eliminating self-doubt, managing stress, and building emotional resilience. David’s approach is rooted in his own hard-earned wisdom and backed by science and psychology. He teaches men how to Own the Pause, Train Their Focus Muscle, Fact Check Their Feelings, and Take Opposite Action. The Legacy of PSYFI: Changing the Definition of Success


For too long, high-performing men have been told that success comes at the cost of their health, relationships, and happiness. David is here to change that narrative. Through PSYFI, he’s building a new standard for leadership and performance—one where men can achieve at the highest levels without losing themselves in the process. Because when high-performing men are physically, mentally, and emotionally optimized, they lead better, love better, and live better. That’s the PSYFI way. And that’s why David is the guide that high-achieving men didn’t know they needed—but absolutely do.

10/24/2025

It’s not supplements, it’s not meditation.
It’s journaling.

I started asking myself these 3 questions before bed and writing down the first thing that popped up.

No filters. No overthinking. Just truth on paper.

Within a week, my anxiety dropped.
Within two, I was sleeping deeper than I had in years.

These 3 questions changed everything:

1️⃣ What’s my #1 win for today?

2️⃣ What could be improved for tomorrow? (the power of 1%)

3️⃣ What am I grateful for right now?

Your mind can’t rest if it’s still in fight mode.
This is how you teach it to let go.

Save this. Try it tonight. Watch what happens.

10/18/2025

Most people never get what they want because they build their life around fear.

They ask, “What’s the worst that could happen?”
High performers flip the script.

Ask this instead 👇
“What’s the best that could happen?”

That one shift rewires your brain from survival to creation.
You start seeing opportunities instead of threats.
Momentum instead of hesitation.
Results instead of reasons.

It’s not mindset bs, it’s how your nervous system learns to trust expansion over control.

10/11/2025

High-performing leaders have known this for ages. Why haven’t you? Da Vinci, Dali, Frida Kahlo… they all wrote their thoughts to gain clarity and control.

I’ve done this every day for the past few years, and I’ve noticed huge changes. Journaling helps calm your mind, lowers stress, strengthens your immune system, improves sleep, and sharpens focus and clarity. It literally rewires your brain.

Here’s my blueprint to do it effectively:
1. Pause consciously before starting - just breathe. This clears your mind, helps you control your thoughts and emotions, and prevents reactive responses.
2. Write down gratitude - 1 to 3 things you’re truly grateful for. This trains your brain to see opportunity where others see obstacles.
3. Set a clear goal - defining one objective increases the likelihood of achieving it and gives purpose to your reflection.
4. Affirm your intentions - reinforce motivation, self-esteem, and personal objectives.
5. Reflect with intention - name your emotions, learn from them, and move forward stronger.

This isn’t magic. It’s neuroscience in action.

Save this video to try it out.

10/03/2025

You don’t have to go through this alone like many of us did. You don’t have to look for endless solutions that never seem to work.

If you’re seeing this is probably a sign to stop suffering and start living the life YOU DESERVE.

Feel free to dm me if you need to. 💪🏼

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07/28/2025

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Sooo MANY thing in our world divide us now.
If you want to know how to deal with PAIN IN THE ARSE people and diffuse almost ANY conversation, use this 2-MINUTE TOOL 💡

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When anxiety strikes before a big moment, time is everything. In just two minutes, this powerful technique will help you interrupt anxious thoughts, reconnec...

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Why is it so hard to be content—even when you're successful?If you’re a high performer, chances are you’ve trained your ...
05/27/2025

Why is it so hard to be content—even when you're successful?

If you’re a high performer, chances are you’ve trained your nervous system to never be satisfied.

You built your life on chasing the next win. The next title. The next goal.

But here’s the problem:

What once fueled your rise… is now draining your life.

Burnout, anxiety, restlessness—it all starts when contentment feels like weakness.

When stillness feels like falling behind.

Truth is, most high performers confuse contentment with complacency.

But at PSYFI, we teach a different truth:

✅ Contentment isn’t the absence of ambition—it’s the foundation for sustainable success.

✅ It’s the capacity to be fully present, while still playing the long game.

✅ And it’s a skill—one you can train through the brain, body, and breath.

If you’re tired of the constant chase...

Watch this. Then let’s talk about what performance looks like when it’s driven by purpose—not pressure.

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Looking for true contentment? In this video, we reveal the key to lasting fulfillment and satisfaction, no matter where you are in life. Find peace and clari...

Looking for more ENERGY during your day?Try this full body exercise that also works on shoulder mobility (great for thos...
05/22/2025

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Try this full body exercise that also works on shoulder mobility (great for those of us who work on computers all day)

Level up your core stability and shoulder mobility with the Plank to Shoulder Sweep! This dynamic movement challenges your balance, strengthens your abs, and...

PEOPLE TRIGGERING YOU TODAY?Here's how to:How to NOT Take Things Personally
05/20/2025

PEOPLE TRIGGERING YOU TODAY?
Here's how to:
How to NOT Take Things Personally

As a high performer, it’s easy to get caught up in criticism or difficult interactions. In this video, we share practical tips for not taking things personal...

Apparently I’m the “Token Male” of the mountains now 😎(Scroll to the last page)
05/07/2025

Apparently I’m the “Token Male” of the mountains now 😎
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Mountain Women Magazine presents Issue 7 featuring Women Who Rock the Rockies, Adventures, Interviews and more.

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04/30/2025

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Longevity isn’t about drastic overhauls—it’s about consistent, sustainable habits.
In Part 2, I cover more practical ways to increase your lifespan without extreme diets or impossible routines.

Ready to take your longevity journey to the next level? In this part 2, we dive into fitness, health, and aging strategies to help you live longer and strong...

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