Brent Yates - The Gravity of Up

The Gravity of Up

Unlocking Your Potential so No One Can Hold You Down

Brent Yates

Deep down if youre looking to be set apart, be different, be one of those folks that makes a change, then read The Gravity of Up and let Brent take you Up!

JEFF THOMPSON, executive vice president, Schiavello

Lots of people have ideas and plans but often lack authenticity. Brent is as real as they come and uses his life story as an example of what it takes to improve the quality of your life. Read The Gravity of Up and let Brent show you behind the curtain so you can set your own course for full throttle ahead!

KEVIN HALL, golf pro, PGA Tour

Many crumble under the climb for success. The Gravity of Up is a humble journey from self-destruction to victory that is both relatable and inspiring. Brents story provides the keys for success, that if implemented, will propel you to the next level.

CHRIS STEPHENS, senior leader, Northgate Church

The Gravity of Up is a textbook for how to live your life with passion and energy while pursuing excellence! Brents story proves that you can view hard challenges and obstacles as opportunity to be great. The power of UP is real!

DAVE MCDOWELL, vice president of development, Athletes in Action

The Gravity of Up shows the power of putting faith in God at all times. Reading the mounting challenges Brent had to overcome has both encouraged me and given me a new level of determination to never give up.

STEVEN CADE, modern country artist

In The Gravity of Up, Brent will show you the importance of being intentional and putting actions behind your words. This book is a lesson in walking the walk and not just talking the talk if you want to have an abundant life. Brents story is the epitome of that mantra and his results are the proof that it works.

DR. RICK BRIGGS, owner and director, Northwest Wellness Center

The Gravity of Up gives you a glimpse into the secret of Brents massive success. Reliving his story and following his advice to always strive to be more, do more, and give more will lead to success in all facets of life.

TODD MILLER , friend

Anyone who picks up The Gravity of Up will be inspired by the true story of Brent Yatess up-and-down life. His lessons are endless and his principles will bring happiness and fulfillment to your own life. I have significantly benefited from Brents journey, his musings, and this book. Now its your turn.

TANNER BICKEL, CEO, The Tanbic Company

Brents willingness to show all sides of himself in this book is powerful. His amazing story is relatable to everyones human struggle, and he shows us all a way out of it. I am honored to call him my friend and excited that the rest of the world gets to know the wisdom he has gained over the years. Anyone who picks up The Gravity of Up will be inspired by his story.

AL FUENTES, mental coach, Al Fuentes Enterprises

The best lessons come from people with experience that lead by example. The Gravity of Up inspires you to be better and encourages by sharing examples of how it can be done. Brents words provided me with consistent moments of clarity and a deep awareness of the path I need to pursue if I want more out of life. Read this book and it can do the same for you and your family.

JUSTIN FRIED, CEO, NFI Empire

The Gravity of Up shows us what can be accomplished when you have the desire to be all the Lord wants you to be and when you continue to give yourself to others in need.

MAC B. MCELROY

To my beautiful bride, Christina, a true force of nature and the rock that inspires and fulfills me. This book is built on your belief in me and your encouragement to share my journey.

Secondly, to all of the people who have come around and lifted me up and, in turn, trusted me to pull them along with me: when life felt heavy, together we experienced a healing weightlessness. Each and every one of you came along at the exact moment I needed you, and now Im energized about living Up!

I have the honor of writing the Reference foreword to this bookand thats entirely appropriate because, you see, my own relationship with Brent Yates is also just at the beginning. So like you, we will be unfurling this adventure together. I know him now as a successful entrepreneur, devoted father, elated husband, and philanthropist, but I was clueless as to what it took for him to actually get there. His is a story of overcoming. He battled it allcrippling illness, suicidal thoughts, financial ruin, an unfounded lawsuit intent on destroying his name, a nasty divorce, and myriad broken relationships.

As a writer and director, I found it easy to become engrossed with the fascinating autobiographical component of the story that Brents character plays as the protagonist. However, I invite you to examine yourself as you read through these pages. Dont look at Brents character as the hero, but look to Brent as the guide. This is the incredible voyage that one man took from death to life and, as you read, you will find pieces of yourself and your own life that connect with Brents journey. The good news is, you dont have to descend to the depths of his low points to take advantage of what hes gleaned through his growing and healing process. Utilized correctly, this book is less biographical and more tactical. We all have parts of our lives that need healing, and Brent explains how he was able to completely, radically change his life by focusing on three pillars of healthmental, physical, and spiritual.

More than a book, the narrative contained between these covers is meant to be the commencement of a synergistic movement. Its bigger than these pages, and we are all invited to participate. Honestly, the title could have been any number of things: The Beauty of Up, The Power of Up, The Adventure of Up, but, as you will discover, The Gravity of Up encompasses all of those aspects. Life is a beautiful adventure, and there is power in making the decision to move Up. Now, after healing, Brent is ready to use that gravity to change the world. It starts small at first, but hes bringing people along. As the rising tide lifts all ships, this message of positivity and the importance of helping one another will continue to grow this circle wider. Let this book be the beginning of something that makes a difference in your life and your world.

Chris Dowling

Writer/Director

Chapter 1 CHASING THE DREAM

B attered knuckles. Bruised, aching legs. The last fumes of adrenaline coursing through my expiring shoulders. This is no leisurely climb up some unassuming mountain. This is total ascension, scaling the vertical cliff wall of El Capitan with no ropes. No safety. Dizzying heights. Defeating gravity.

I want to quit.

But I constantly tell myself to just keep moving Up.

When I thankfully reach my destination at the summit, I celebrate this white-crested peak with a sense of awe and reverence. I amble to the sheer edge and peer back down at the dangerous path I just traversed. The fissures. The crags. The faces.