Depression Almost Broke Him: How Alex Wisch Fought Back and Won!

11 Sep 2024 • 32 min • EN
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In this powerful episode of My Most Authentic Life, we explore the inspiring story of Alex Wisch, a peak performance and executive coach, angel investor, serial entrepreneur, mental health advocate, and elite athlete who faced immense personal challenges. Alex opens up about his decade-long battle with severe depression that left him penniless, unemployed, and on disability. Through resilience, determination, and a focus on growth, Alex transformed his darkest moments into a new purpose. Join Fede Vargas as Alex shares insights on overcoming adversity, building resilience, and finding strength in vulnerability. Discover how Alex turned his struggles into superpowers, developed a growth mindset, and found his mission to inspire others. This episode is a testament to the power of embracing challenges, the importance of self-care, and the potential for personal reinvention.Episode Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction to the Episode and Fede Philosophy02:19 – Guest Introduction: Alex Wisch's Remarkable Journey03:19 – Turning Adversity into Opportunity: Alex's Story of Depression and Homelessness08:43 – Building Resilience: The Role of Routine, Grit, and Acceptance13:54 – Morning vs. Evening Routines: Finding What Works Best18:00 – Self-Care Practices: Community, Sunlight, and Active Recovery22:33 – Rethinking Work Cultures: Measuring Outcomes Over Time27:00 – Alex's Journey to LinkedIn Fame and His Mission to Inspire Millions29:11 – Closing Thoughts and Three Rapid-Fire QuestionsKey Points:Alex Wisch’s decade-long struggle with depression and homelessness.Transforming personal adversities into opportunities for growth.The power of mindset and reframing challenges as growth opportunities.The importance of routines—morning vs. evening—to optimize performance.Practical strategies for self-care and building resilience.Insights into rethinking work cultures to promote productivity and well-being.Alex’s rapid rise to success on LinkedIn and his mission to inspire over 1 billion people.Memorable Moments:"Resilience isn't about never failing—it's about knowing how to get back up, no matter how many times you fall.""The secret to a good morning routine starts the night before.""Recovery with purpose means actively balancing hard work with intentional rest."More to Come: If Alex's story inspired you, make sure to subscribe to My Most Authentic Life for more episodes filled with incredible journeys and authentic conversations. Don't miss out on upcoming episodes where we explore the personal stories and life-changing moments that redefine who we are.Focus Topics:Overcoming extreme personal challenges and finding purpose.Building resilience through mindset, routine, and community.Strategies for self-care and maintaining mental health.Embracing change, taking risks, and finding new paths.Redefining work culture to enhance productivity and well-being.Social Media Handles: Alex Wisch:Website: www.wisch.comLinkedIn: Connect with Alex Wisch on LinkedInInstagram: Follow wisch.fit on Instagram My Most Authentic Life Distributed by: Genuina Media   Follow Fede Around the Web:Instagram: @mymostauthenticlife and @itsfedevargasYouTube: My Most Authentic Life ChannelWebsite: www.mymostauthenticlife.comLinkedIn: Fede Vargas and My Most Authentic Life

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