In this deeply personal episode, Sam Wilkes opens up about the truth behind The Forge Within — not the brand, not the book, but the man. From childhood bullying and silent panic attacks, to high-stakes humanitarian work in Thailand, a crushing breakdown at university, and the moment he nearly ended it all in 2018… this is the story he never thought he’d tell.
But survival changes you.
Fatherhood, guilt, recovery, and the slow, painful process of rebuilding — Sam takes you through every fire that forged the voice you hear today.
This isn’t therapy.
This is raw.
This is real.
This… is his story.
🎧 Whether you’re struggling quietly, carrying years of shame, or just need to hear someone say “me too” — this one’s for you
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