#451 - Ian Mai - The Dark Side of Impulsivity & How to Fix It

Ian Mai joins Something For Everybody this week. 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 complexities of ADHD and impulsivity. 

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Timestamps: 

00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections

03:04 The Impact of Fitness on Mental Health

06:01 Camaraderie and Brotherhood in the Gym

12:10 Overcoming Fear of Rejection

14:58 The Journey from Corporate to Coaching

24:13 Navigating Addiction and Recovery

29:48 The Importance of Fundamentals in Life

35:01 Making Clichés Contextually Relevant

35:49 Tactics for Better Living

36:33 Finding Purpose in Coaching

46:50 Encouraging Emotional Expression

54:05 Understanding ADHD and Impulsivity

01:00:10 Proactive Strategies for Success

01:10:23 Celebrating Small Wins

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Ian's Website: 

https://www.ianmai.co/

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(Recorded on December 4th, 2025)

Edited by Ben Rogerson (@BenRogerson_)

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