Unaddressed trauma can hinder personal growth and fulfillment, especially for men over 40. From childhood events and family struggles to emotional pain, these burdens often resurface later in life and can lead to self-sabotage, poor health, and strained relationships.
In this episode, Dimitri Giankoulas shares his story of confronting his past, healing from trauma, and rebuilding his life. Dimitri is a certified personal trainer, performance nutrition specialist, and entrepreneur and has been in the fitness industry since 1997.
He opens up about growing up without a father and how his struggles shaped his worldview, especially his ideas on family and success. Dimitri also reveals how he navigated the near-collapse of his business during the COVID-19 pandemic and how reconciling with family brought him peace.
Now focused on helping men over 40 transform their lives, Dimitri offers valuable insights on why fitness, mindset, and having a supportive community are key to personal growth.
Tune in to hear how Dimitri turned his struggles into strength and how you can apply his lessons to your own transformation.
Timestamps:
08:21 Childhood struggles and finding solace in sports
17:19 Overcoming adversity and building a fitness business
34:18 Discovering his father's struggles and healing from trauma
42:07 Transitioning to coaching men over 40
46:58 Why do men need to address childhood trauma?
54:16 How physical fitness helps in overcoming mental blocks
55:45 The importance of transparency and a supportive community
1:04:22 Finding a good coach makes all the difference
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