Breaking Free: The Inspiring Journey of Chris Baus
Life sometimes hands us challenges that seem insurmountable. For Chris Baus, a Master Certified Life Coach and powerful public speaker, overcoming over 25 years of addiction, trauma, and even a near-fatal suicide attempt became his life's greatest triumph and mission.
In a candid and robust conversation on Life Unscripted Podcast, Chris shared the realities of struggling silently as a man in society today. Starting young as a promising musician and quickly succumbing to the lure of the rock star lifestyle, Chris found himself deep in addiction.
Eventually, the combination of alcohol, prescription drugs, and unmanaged trauma nearly ended his life.
Yet, at his lowest point—homeless, unemployable, divorced, and medically on the brink—Chris found clarity. After waking up from a medically induced coma, doctors gave him a grim ultimatum: sobriety or death. This stark reality pushed Chris toward rehabilitation, where a transformative encounter with a life coach sparked a new purpose: to heal himself and help others do the same.
Today, Chris uses his experiences and vulnerability as strengths, empowering men to speak up about their struggles. He emphasizes the power of vulnerability, reframing it not as a weakness but a profound strength and a critical step toward healing. This message is meant to empower and encourage you to share your struggles.
"First, you're not alone," Chris stressed during our conversation. Highlighting staggering statistics—600 men in the United States commit suicide daily—he advocates tirelessly for more openness, resources, and support for men's mental health.
Beyond one-on-one coaching, Chris passionately shares his journey through public speaking engagements, his book Becoming a Better Man (soon to be published), and two YouTube channels, Awareness to Obtain and Men's Forum 2025. These platforms offer guidance, support, and community for men struggling silently, covering crucial topics from addiction recovery to emotional health and wealth-building.
One particularly memorable success story Chris shared involved a friend he helped guide from relapse to becoming a successful financial investor and co-creator of the Men's Forum 2025 channel. Stories like these fuel Chris's mission to ensure no man faces their struggles alone.
His personal story also includes reconciliation and remarriage to his wife after overcoming addiction, symbolizing hope and the immense power of change and forgiveness. Chris embodies resilience, reminding us of the potential within each struggle.
Get Connected
Chris invites everyone, especially men who are feeling isolated in their battles, to reach out and engage:
- Social Media: Follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook at @awarenesstoobtain
- YouTube: Subscribe to Awareness to Obtain and Men's Forum 2025
Don't miss Chris's's upcoming book, Becoming a Better M. It isn, a profoundly personal roadmap to personal development, overcoming struggles, and embracing one's authentic self.
Subscribe & Engage
Subscribe to The Life Unscripted Podcast for more inspiring conversations, personal growth stories, and insights that empower and uplift. You can also engage directly with Chris through social media—your voice matters. You're not alone.
Remember, vulnerability isn't weakness; it's your greatest strength. Take the first step today.
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