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Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise.

Tony J. Smith

Executive Contributor

Mental Health Advocate | Motivational Speaker

Tony J. Smith

Mental Health Advocate | Motivational Speaker

With over half a decade as a Logistics Officer in the U.S. Army, my expertise lies in providing robust logistical support and ensuring materiel readiness. My tenure as a Battalion S4 empowered our team with the tools and systems necessary for peak operational efficiency during training exercises and various ceremonies.
 
Off the field, I dedicate myself to advocating mental health awareness, particularly among men, through the Man Down Podcast. This mission to combat toxic masculinity and promote emotional expression aligns with my role as Class President at West Point, where I cultivate leadership and critical thinking among peers. Let's foster healing, growth, and leadership together—we are down but never out.

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Letting Go and Finding Your Path Forward Through the Process

Letting go can be one of life’s most challenging experiences, whether it involves a job, a relationship, a hobby, or any significant attachment. The process isn't a one-size-fits-all journey...

How I Stopped Proving My Blackness

What does it mean to belong when the world keeps moving the goalposts? For years, I chased an invisible standard, believing I had to act, speak, and live a certain way to validate the...

Understanding the Ego and the Inner Workings of Our Identity

The ego often gets a bad rap, blamed for selfish behavior, inflated pride, or inner conflict. But what if it's actually a vital part of how we function and relate to the world? Before we can...

Washed Up or Just Getting Started? – Redefining Yourself

If you’ve ever been an athlete or worked in a competitive field, you’re likely familiar with the term “washed up.” It’s a phrase that carries a heavy weight, often implying that someone is past...

Creating Safe Spaces for Men to Heal – Exclusive Interview with Tony J. Smith

Tony J. Smith is a dedicated Logistics Officer in the United States Army, currently serving with the Soldier Recovery Unit at Fort...

Healing the Inner Child

Wow. Life is strange. About seven to eight months ago, I was fighting for my life at Baylor Scott & White Temple Hospital.

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CREA Global Awards presented to

Tony J. Smith

Mental Health Advocate | Motivational Speaker

The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects.

Caroline Winkvist

Editor-In-Chief

Daniel Ålund

Selection Committee

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Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to

Tony J. Smith

Mental Health Advocate | Motivational Speaker

Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others.

Caroline Winkvist

Editor-In-Chief

Fredrik Elfqvist

Selection Committee

Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise.

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