This week I'm chatting with Wyatt, a 26-year-old from South Dakota who went from feeling stuck and isolated to landing his dream job and completely transforming his relationship with himselfWyatt grew up in a rural, traditional household where showing emotion wasn't an option and being gay meant staying hidden. He was working out seven days a week but seeing no results, lonely, putting on a brave face whilst struggling inside, and settling for scraps of attention from people who didn't value him.Then he took a punt on himself and came to our Chicago MAD event last year as a non-member. It was his first Pride, his first time being around other gay men in a safe space, and it changed everything.We talk about:What it's like growing up gay in rural AmericaThe moment everything shifted for himHow tracking food and having structure changed his physical results (he's down 48 pounds)Why he decided to do a photoshoot as a mental challenge, not just a physical oneHow building self-respect led to better boundaries and his dream jobWhy guilt around resting is such a common struggle for high-performing gay menHis advice for anyone feeling stuck: time journals, zooming out, and proving to yourself you can do hard thingsIf you're in a place where you feel isolated, stuck, or like you're settling for less than you deserve, this episode is for you.We've got a couple of spots left for non-GMC members at our Edinburgh MAD event in March. If Wyatt's story resonates and you want to experience what he experienced in Chicago, reach out. to me [email protected]. Better yet, want to buy a ticket? Click here to grab one of the last tickets! Want to join GMC or find out more? Message me on Instagram by clicking here and let's chat about what GMC could do for you.

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