Raw Minds S2 Ep. 60 – Erick sits down with Olympic silver medalist and Emmy Award winner John K. Coyle for one of the deepest conversations ever recorded on the show. This episode is a raw exploration of identity loss, ego death, trauma, fatherhood, grief, and how to slow time when life speeds out of control.
John opens up about:
What it felt like to lose his Olympic dream — twice
The dark decade that followed
How he clawed his way back and rebuilt everything
His journey into neuroscience, resilience, and the psychology of time
The moment he realized helping others meant more than a gold medal
Why physical touch, movement, and real friends are critical for men's mental health
And the brutal truth: “You can't have agency while you're in overwhelm.”
Erick gets deeply personal in this one, too — sharing his own battles, grief journey, and why Raw Minds was built from loss.
This episode is for every man (and woman) who’s ever asked:
“Who am I without that identity?”
“Am I still worth something if I fail?”
“How the hell do I move forward when I’m stuck in the dark?”
You are not alone. Keep showing up.
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🎥 Watch Full Episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cCiIpMjXopw&t=7s
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🌐 Connect with John K. Coyle
Website: https://www.johnkcoyle.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@johnkcoyle1
Book: Design for Strengths
Upcoming Book: Counter Clockwise – How to Slow the Acceleration of Time
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You're still breathing. That means you're still in the fight.
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💔 Support for Stevie’s Family
Stevie, a father of 6, passed away after being on life support. All donations now go to support his children.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/save-stevies-life-a-father-of-6-fighting-to-survive
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