Welcome back to the podcast! Today's guest is Ky Wilson, an old college friend and former bandmate! In this episode, we dive deep into: Music's Influence: We discuss how music has significantly shaped our early lives, binding us together and setting the stage for our future paths. Fitness and Well-being: Our conversation shifts to our recent passion for fitness, including the impactful decision to quit drinking. We explore the changes it has brought to our lives, emphasizing the importance of finding a balance between self-improvement and self-acceptance. Hairdressing Industry Evolution: Ky shares his journey within the hairdressing industry, revealing the challenges he's faced and the strides he's made in evolving professionally. Health Measures: Ky talks about the extreme measures he's taken to improve his metabolic health, with a special focus on gut health, elimination diets, and the overall impact of dietary choices on well-being. Career Challenges and Rewards: We touch on the ups and downs of his career, including the art of creating brand identities and providing advice for those aspiring to succeed in the industry. Join us for this insightful conversation, as Ky offers a glimpse into his life and the invaluable lessons learned. ***LINKS*** KYS STUFF: Ky's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3xhMv8i OTHER STUFF: Freestyle Libre 2 Continuous Glucose Monitor (no affiliation) MY STUFF: Awaken Out Of Context Podcast: https://bit.ly/3tk8FVvFollow Me On Instagram (@awakenoutofjason): https://bit.ly/3RAkKQj CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro + Reflecting on College Days and Music 05:23 Memorable Moments from the Band 07:42 The Impact of Music on Confidence and Performance 09:29 The Journey After College and Career in Hairdressing 13:32 The Party Lifestyle and Decision to Stop Drinking 14:24 Reasons for Quitting Alcohol and Reflecting on Excesses 20:35 The Seasonal Approach and Pursuit of Self-Improvement 24:06 Career Journey and Opening a Salon in London 27:29 The Need for Reflection and Adapting to Change 30:18 The Drive for Success 31:40 Embracing Your Unique Brain 33:02 Taking Control of Your Health 34:54 Holistic Approach to Wellness 35:58 Finding Freedom and Creativity 38:52 Gut Health and Nutrition 43:46 Dietary Restrictions and Gut Healing 46:50 Exploring Adrenaline and Impatience 48:27 Transitioning to a New Phase of Life 51:34 The Varied Life of a Hair Stylist 55:18 Creating Content and Collaborating 57:25 Building an Identity and Working Hard 01:00:45 The Importance of Energy and Balance 01:01:41 The Hustle and Drive for Success 01:01:58 Getting spamming out of your system 01:04:02 Being a decent person and making an impact 01:04:37 Being more available and helping others 01:05:35 Doing selfless acts 01:06:49 Teaching and educating as a parent 01:07:50 Making people feel good through hairdressing 01:08:46 Creating brand identities 01:09:27 Creating the overall feel and emotion 01:11:06 Knowing your strengths and delegating 01:11:41 Being creative and tenacious 01:12:30 Striving for excellence and constant improvement 01:13:28 Knowing when something is done 01:14:25 Creating a photo shoot with a unique concept 01:16:46 Creating for the sake of creation 01:20:08 The importance of breath work and meditation 01:21:35 The struggle with perfectionism 01:25:33 The power of stillness and silence 01:27:06 Finding freedom in the sea 01:28:57 Connecting on Instagram 01:29:21 Closing thoughts and future plans

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