175: No Special Occasions: A Masterclass in Resilience with Scott MacGregor

In this deeply moving episode of the Heartbeat for Hire Podcast, host Lyndsay Dowd welcomes back Scott MacGregor— 4x bestselling author, entrepreneur, and founder of ‪@theoutlierproject‬  — for one of his most vulnerable and inspiring conversations yet.

 

Scott opens up about the "lesser-known" chapters of his life: navigating divorce, parenting through his sons' battles with addiction and mental health after military service, and surviving a sudden diagnosis of Brugada Syndrome (Sudden Unexpected Death Syndrome) — a rare, life-threatening heart condition that required him to receive an implanted defibrillator.

 

Through these storms, Scott's perspective on life and leadership has crystallized into something profound: every single day is a special occasion. He shares his wisdom on resilience, choosing optimism, and living intentionally — reminding us that adversity doesn't define us; how we respond to it does. If you've ever faced a season of pain, uncertainty, or loss — this episode will give you the courage to live wide open and "into the answers."

📌 Timestamps

00:00 Introduction: Every Day is a Special Occasion 

00:00:17 Episode Preview & Guest Introduction: Scott MacGregor

00:02:30 Adversity vs. Victimhood: Living an Extraordinary Life

00:03:22 Family