Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
097: From Chaos to Clarity: The Journey to Self-Worth with Dan Martin
In this powerful episode, Smith sits down with Dan Martin - he's lived the life that many silently struggle with: outwardly successful but inwardly lost, addicted, ashamed, and stuck in cycles that only seemed to confirm his worst fears about himself. This is a raw, unfiltered dive into what it means to rebuild your life from the inside out and why the work begins long before the behaviour changes.
We explore the relationship between childhood trauma and adult addiction, the difference between guilt and shame, and the often-overlooked link between early attachment wounds and modern-day dysfunction. From accidentally taking too much LSD on a Wednesday morning, to growing weed in a Welsh barn with a retired pensioner, this one covers everything from psychospiritual breakdowns to rebuilding purpose.
Dan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedanmartin/
Resources from this episode
- "The Compound Effect" by Darren Hardy : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Compound-Effect-Darren-Hardy/dp/159315724X
- "Atomic Habits" by James Clear : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299
- "The Way of the Superior Man" by David Deida : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Way-Superior-Man-Spiritual-Challenges/dp/1591792576
- "Start with Why" by Simon Sinek : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447
Adam Smith
From depressed and suicidal to the happiest and fittest he’s ever been, Adam Smith’s self-development journey hasn’t been easy but it has been worth it. Today, he’s a qualified mindset coach in neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) and a certified Time Line Therapist®.
Adam has coached many high performers, using NLP to rewire his clients’ thoughts and behaviours so they can destroy limiting beliefs and engineer the change needed to excel.
Connect with Adam Smith: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-smith-high-performance-coach/
Adam Mayhew
Adam Mayhew swapped burnout and binge drinking for ultra marathons, CrossFit and sobriety. A registered nutritional therapist specialising in performance nutrition, Adam supports everyone from office workers to athletes to build healthy eating habits.
Using science (and never fad diets, quick fixes or gym bro culture) he helps clients target their problem areas and confidently master diet, training and lifestyle.
Connect with Adam Mayhew: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-mayhew-nutrition-coaching/
To find out more about Smith & Mayhew: https://agameconsultancy.com/about/