In this episode, Sam Church sits down with Damian to explore why so many of us feel lost in life, and what it really means to live in alignment. From chasing success in Dubai, building his business, and training for Ironman, to hitting burnout, psychedelics, and breathwork journeys, Damian shares how he stopped running from pain and began walking toward truth.
They discuss the hidden cost of hustling for external validation, the awakening that comes from facing your inner child, why boundaries and gratitude are essential for peace, and how physical challenges can unlock emotional and spiritual breakthroughs.
Damian also opens up about moving from heartbreak to healing, the role of psychedelics and breathwork in rediscovering meaning, and the practices he uses to create sustainable energy, deep connection, and true alignment in life and business.
00:00 Hustling as a Mask for Emotions
5:46 Why Dubai’s Success Still Felt Empty
9:40 Lessons From Bali and Mushrooms
15:04 Walking the Path Back to Yourself
17:30 Facing Death to Truly Heal
20:17 The ‘How to Die Happy’ Theory
23:32 Why Solitude is Essential for Growth
25:34 Using Physical Stress to Heal Emotionally
32:33 The Power of Slowing Down
38:55 Leading and Coaching From the Heart
44:44 The Deeper Story Behind Physique
50:55 Why I Believe in Breathwork
54:00 Speaking Directly to the Inner Child
58:54 Why Inner Work Never Ends
1:04:06 Owning and Living Your Story
About Damian Schechter :
Damian, whose journey went from running away vs facing his truth, is a Performance and Transformation Coach helping ambitious men and women align their health, mindset, and spirit to create true fulfilment. After building a thriving business in Dubai and pushing his limits through Ironman training, he discovered that chasing success without inner alignment led to burnout, emptiness, and disconnection.
His rock-bottom moment sparked a huge shift which led to moving to Bali, exploring breathwork, psychedelics, deep emotional healing, and redefining what it means to live in alignment. Damian guides his clients to move beyond surface goals and create sustainable energy, meaningful relationships, and a life rooted in truth.
"I was just the loneliest person. I wish I could actually just sit next to me on the beach that day and just look at this person and just actually see how broken he was."
So if you’re ready to reflect on where you might be running, and how to face your truth to find fulfilment…
Tune in and let ‘The Alignment Code’ unlock something powerful within.
With love and abundance,
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Sam
Connect with Damian : //www.instagram.com/damian_theallrounder
Follow Sam : //www.instagram.com/samchurchofficial
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Mentioned Resources :
How to die happy by Martin O'Toole
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This podcast shares personal stories and experiences with health, fitness, psychedelics, and breathwork. It is not medical advice, therapy, or a recommendation to use any substance. Psychedelics remain illegal in many countries so please know and follow the laws where you live. Always consult a qualified medical or mental health professional before making changes to your health, training, or lifestyle practices.