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#166 – Life Is a Team Sport: Why Men Struggle to Ask for Help
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Episode Summary:
“I should be able to figure this out on my own.”
It’s a thought many men have but one that keeps them stuck.
In this episode, Ian Hawkins unpacks one of the biggest barriers to personal growth: the shame men feel around asking for help. Drawing from his own experiences and conversations with coaching clients, Ian explores how the belief that “real men don’t need help” is outdated and dangerous. He shares how life, just like sport, requires coaching, feedback, and teamwork to truly thrive.
This is an empowering call to let go of the lone wolf mentality. With references to Les Brown, real-life coaching breakthroughs, and a heartfelt challenge to start small (like accepting a compliment), this episode offers a grounded, relatable path toward strength through support. Life is a team sport. Let’s start treating it that way.
About the Host:
Ian Hawkins is dedicated to showing how sports can transform lives. With extensive experience as an athlete, a coach, PE teacher, community volunteer, and manager at Fox Sports, Ian brings a wealth of knowledge to the podcast. His journey began in his backyard, mentored by his older brother, and has since evolved into coaching elite athletes and business leaders. Ian's commitment to sports and personal development is evident in his roles as a performance coach and active community member. Through "Sport Is Life," Ian shares inspiring stories and valuable lessons to help listeners apply sports principles to all areas of life.
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