How do I construct or build the best version of myself? It’s a question I’ve spent years exploring, and the answer doesn't start with external achievements. It starts with self-image. This isn’t just "fluff"—it is foundational. Your self-image is the quiet dictator of your life; it dictates how you think, feel, act, and perform in this world. The reality is that you will never consistently outperform your self-image. That is why learning how to build a strong, healthy one is perhaps the most...

The Dark Side of Impulsivity & How to Fix It Episode 451 Ian is an ADHD-Informed Performance Coach empowering professionals to thrive in their careers. In this conversation, Ian and I explore the profound impact of fitness on mental health, the importance of building connections and brotherhood in the gym, and the journey of self-discovery through vulnerability and emotional expression. We discuss the role of coaching and mentorship in personal growth, the challenges of rejection, and the...

I’ve seen it everywhere. Scroll through your feed for five minutes, and you’ll find some “guru” or “manosphere grifter” shouting into a microphone about how depression is just a lack of discipline. They tell you to “get back to work,” “pull yourself up by your bootstraps,” or even worse, that your mental agony is some kind of “gift” you should be grateful for. Let me be incredibly clear: that advice is not just wrong—it’s dangerous. It’s life-threatening. I’ve spent years studying mental...