Shapes of Resilience

Shapes of Resilience
Podcast Description
This podcast is dedicated to exploring the power of adversity and the human ability to turn pain into purpose.
Through honest, heartfelt conversations, Shapes of Resilience brings you powerful, personal stories of people who have overcome what once felt impossible.
These are real stories, from everyday people, full of lessons in healing, hope, the power in connection, overcoming fear and human courage.
This is more than just a podcast, it’s a space for connection and transformation. If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your hardest experiences into your greatest strengths you belong here.
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Content Themes
This podcast focuses on themes of personal growth, mental health, and resilience, featuring episodes that cover subjects such as men's mental health, generational trauma, and the emotional journeys of endurance athletes, providing listeners with insights into healing, vulnerability, and transformation.

This podcast is dedicated to exploring the power of adversity and the human ability to turn pain into purpose.
Through honest, heartfelt conversations, Shapes of Resilience brings you powerful, personal stories of people who have overcome what once felt impossible.
These are real stories, from everyday people, full of lessons in healing, hope, the power in connection, overcoming fear and human courage.
This is more than just a podcast, it’s a space for connection and transformation. If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your hardest experiences into your greatest strengths you belong here.
In this episode, Adam Clayton shares his inspiring story, from life as a professional rugby player to confronting injury, identity loss, and deep mental health struggles. Adam opens up about navigating steroid addiction, finding strength in community, and rebuilding through resilience and authentic leadership.
As the founder of Apex, Adam now supports others in facing adversity with courage and compassion. His insights on parenting, connection, and living with purpose are deeply moving and incredibly relevant for anyone seeking personal growth.
💡 Key Takeaways:
• 💪 Resilience is built through confronting hardship, not avoiding it.
• 👥 Community is essential when facing life’s toughest battles.
• 🧠 Mental health challenges often emerge when identity is shaken.
• 🩹 Injuries can be more than physical, they can lead to emotional struggles.
• 🗣️ Asking for help is a strength, not a weakness.
• 🌱 Personal growth is often born from discomfort.
• 🧭 Authentic leadership inspires trust and transformation.
• 🧒 Parenting requires emotional presence and deep connection.
• ❤️ Love and kindness are powerful tools for healing.
• 🔄 Embracing change can lead to renewed purpose and identity.
Join my FREE Shapes of Resilience Facebook community + gain access to my FREE 4-day course:
https://tinyurl.com/shapesofresiliencecommunity
Support My Bristol to Bath 26-Mile Trail Marathon for Rock2Recovery, supporting veterans, military and first responders with mental health recovery.
Donate here: https://sportsgiving.co.uk/sponsor/activity/bristol-to-bath-trail-marathon/olly-hall-green
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Keywords: resilience, mental health, rugby, identity, addiction, community, leadership, parenting, authenticity, personal growth

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