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What if your midlife crisis isn’t a breakdown — but a breakthrough?
This week on The Meaning of Men we're joined by Olly Hermon-Taylor, a men’s coach and mentor who helps men navigate midlife transitions and rediscover meaning, authenticity, and direction.
Olly shares his powerful personal story — from building a seven-figure business to losing everything and rebuilding from within. Together, we explore why so many men in their 30s, 40s, and 50s feel stuck or disconnected, and how this stage of life can become a turning point rather than an ending.
We unpack the four archetypes — King, Warrior, Magician, and Lover — and how balancing them can bring clarity and wholeness. Olly also shares practical tools around core values, mission versus purpose, and learning to listen to life’s clues before crisis forces change.
A grounded, honest, and hopeful conversation about midlife as a chance to remember who you truly are.
Hear more from Olly:
https://www.instagram.com/ollyht
https://www.linkedin.com/in/olly-hermon-taylor/
Timestamps:
00:00: The Struggles of Midlife Men
07:42: Olly's Journey to Self-Discovery
09:48: Understanding Midlife Crisis
17:04: Exploring Archetypes in Men's Lives
20:41: The Balance of Archetypes: King, Warrior, Magician, Lover
25:18: The Importance of Service in Masculinity
25:39: Understanding Purpose vs. Meaning
30:32: Core Values and Boundary Setting
35:51: Preparing for Life's Transitions
40:05: Embracing Your Unique Journey