🌟 Welcome to Inspired Men Talk!

Today, we’re sharing one of the most powerful stories of resilience and transformation you’ll ever hear.

Imagine facing:

🔫 [00:05:00] – A gun pointed at your chest during a bank robbery
🔥 [00:20:00] – Being forced to flee your home in the middle of the night as wildfires raged
💔 [00:35:00] – A stage 3 cancer diagnosis that threatened your life

Most people would break under the weight of just one of these traumas. But today’s guest, Dan Reilly, author of Seize Your Second Chance, faced all three – and instead of giving up, he used these challenges to transform his life and help others do the same.

🎙️ In this episode, you’ll discover:

✅ [00:10:00] – How Dan survived the trauma of an armed bank robbery
✅ [00:25:00] – What it was like to lose everything to wildfires and how he rebuilt
✅ [00:40:00] – His cancer journey and how his health transformation saved his life
✅ [00:55:00] – Why small daily steps matter more than big leaps when rebuilding life
✅ [01:10:00] – The five pillars of post-traumatic growth and how you can apply them
✅ [01:20:00] – Dan’s mission to raise awareness for oesophageal cancer and inspire others to seize their own second chance

💡 If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready to change your life, this conversation will give you hope, practical strategies, and the belief that you too can rise again stronger and more aligned with who you truly are.

👇 Find out more about Dan here:
🌐 danielpreilly.com
🌐 fightec.org

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What challenge in your life became your second chance?

🎧 Listen or watch now to be inspired, empowered, and ready to take back control of your life.

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In this episode of Inspired Men Talk, four solution-focused therapists, each from a different decade, delve into the complex issues surrounding men's mental health and body image.

Recorded on a pleasant mid-May day, the discussion touches on society's growing body consciousness, pressures of attaining an ideal physique, and the significant mental health impacts stemming from these issues.

The therapists share personal anecdotes and professional insights on how one's mental health affects body image and vice versa.

They also debate the societal norms around aesthetics, plastic surgery, and the obligations of parents in fostering healthy lifestyles for their children.

The episode wraps up with practical tips for improving self-image and mental well-being.

00:00 Introduction to Inspired Men Talk

00:15 Discussing the Weather and Body Consciousness

01:02 Body Image Pressures and Mental Health

02:20 Personal Experiences with Body Image

04:05 Impact of Social Media and Filters

06:33 Botox and Cosmetic Surgery Trends

07:22 Generational Differences in Body Image

14:03 Plastic Surgery and Mental Health

21:53 Convenience Culture and Body Image

29:42 Struggling with Weight and Lifestyle Choices

30:31 The Excuses We Make

30:54 The Impact of Stress on Health

32:11 The Role of Shame in Motivation

32:58 Personal Stories of Realization

35:46 Small Steps to Big Changes

41:57 The Importance of Internal Motivation

45:31 Controversial Parenting and Obesity

57:06 Final Thoughts and Tips

What does it take for a 20-year-old from one of the UK’s most remote communities to make a national impact on policy, purpose, and mental health? Meet Innes Morgan, a driven young changemaker from Dunnet Head, Scotland, who is breaking stereotypes and leading conversations from the grassroots to government.

In this episode of Inspired Men Talk, four solution-focused hypnotherapists representing four decades of experience sit down with Innes to explore his journey, from growing up in a rural village with no local services to launching the non-profit Act with Purpose and advising national leaders.

🔹 This inspiring conversation covers:

• Youth activism and finding your voice at any age
• Mental health challenges, imposter syndrome, and resilience
• Building connection and routine to combat isolation
• Living with purpose and creating social change
• The power of gratitude and emotional intelligence in leadership
• Confronting stigma around age, geography, and ambition

Whether you're a parent, teacher, policymaker or young adult looking for motivation and guidance, this episode is packed with wisdom, warmth and practical tools for emotional wellbeing and impact.

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⏱️ Video Timeline (Chapters for SEO and Viewer Navigation):

00:00 – Welcome to Inspired Men Talk
01:00 – Meet Innes Morgan: Scotland’s Young Changemaker
03:00 – Life at the UK's Most Remote Mainland Village
06:00 – From Angry Letters to Action: The Start of Innes’ Journey
08:30 – The Decline of Rural Industry and Its Mental Health Impact
11:00 – Youth Activism: Creating Change Without a Roadmap
14:30 – What Drives Social Change? Purpose & Community
18:00 – Facing Rejection, Building Resilience
21:00 – Identity, Belonging & Imposter Syndrome
25:00 – Why Routine and Micro-Connections Matter in Mental Health
28:30 – Moving to London and Cambridge: Culture Shock & Growth
33:00 – Stigma Around Youth, Accents & Stereotypes
38:00 – How Gratitude and Self-Awareness Build Emotional Strength
43:00 – Innes’ Advice for Young People Who Want to Make a Difference
46:00 – What Has Changed in His Community? Reflections on Impact
49:00 – All About Act With Purpose & How to Get Involved
51:00 – Final Thoughts: Resilience, Purpose and the Future