4 Men Share How They Hit Rock Bottom (and got out) - Dr K, Joe Hudson & Connor Beaton - #1159

Modern Wisdom | 05.10.2026 12:00

Expect to learn:

  • What it takes to climb the mountain of success as a man.
  • The catalysts that propel people forward to make real and lasting change.
  • How to come back from rock bottom.
  • and much more…

Guests:

  • Joe Hudson is a coach, entrepreneur and a podcast host.
  • Dr K is a psychiatrist, Harvard Medical School instructor, co-founder of Healthy GamerGG, Twitch streamer and a YouTuber.
  • Connor Beaton is a men’s life coach, founder of ManTalks and an author focusing on men’s wellness and personal growth.

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Timestamps:

(00:00) How Can Men Actually Win the Game?
(11:33) Do We Choose When We Hit Rock Bottom?
(25:01) Was Love Island Chris’ Rock Bottom?
(33:53) The Moment Joe Knew He’d Hit Rock Bottom
(43:18) How Karma Led Dr K to Rock Bottom
(54:56) When Self-Hatred Becomes Rock Bottom
(01:03:10) The Beauty of Knowing You’ve Made It
(01:15:13) What Does Karma Actually Mean?
(01:23:59) Is the Work Ever Done?
(01:32:33) Why You Need a Mountain to Climb
(01:40:18) Is Awareness the Key to Conquering Desire?
(01:54:22) Why Confronting Your Shame Changes Everything
(02:11:54) Is Rock Bottom Really About Shame?
(03:09:13) Where to Find Everyone

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