In this episode of The Deeply Aligned, I’m joined by Damian Schechter, a fitness coach and entrepreneur who seemed to have it all—an enviable physique, a thriving business, and a picture-perfect life. But behind the scenes, Damien was battling the pressure to prove his worth, using external validation as a shield against unresolved pain. After a tough breakup forced him to choose between spiraling down or leveling up, Damien took the road less traveled. With the help of plant medicine, brutal self-examination, and a willingness to walk away from a life that no longer served him, Damien embarked on a profound journey of healing and growth. We dive into: Damien’s decision to leave a prestigious job and build his own coaching businessHow his pursuit of success led to personal and relational breakdownsThe transformative role of plant medicine in uncovering his authentic selfThe balance between ambition, self-care, and emotional accountabilityLessons in walking away, rebuilding, and finding purpose through painThis is not just a story about reinvention—it’s a raw, real exploration of what it means to stop performing for the world and start living authentically. 🔔 If this conversation sparks something in you, subscribe for more stories about alignment, purpose, and self-discovery. #DamienSchechter #DeeplyAlignedPodcast #FromBurnoutToBreakthrough #HealingJourney #SelfRediscovery #EntrepreneurshipLessons#PlantMedicineHealing #EmotionalAccountability #PurposeDrivenLife #SelfDevelopmentJourney #OvercomingPressure#AlignmentAndGrowth #AuthenticLiving #BreakupToBreakthrough #Inspiration Support the podcast: Share this episode with a friend 🙏Rate, review, and follow the podcastSubscribe to the YouTube channelFollow @deeplyalignedpodcast on Instagram★ Join the Deeply Aligned Newsletter – Ready to rethink "success" and design a deeply aligned life that lights you up? Sign up and receive a special gift on the other side! ✨ RESOURCES: Join the Next Client CommunitySubscribe to The Deeply Aligned PodcastFree resourcesBook a discovery call with ChrisConnect with Chris Appelgren: YouTubeInstagramNewsletterTwitterOfficial SiteConnect with Damian Schechter:  InstagramYOUTUBE: YouTube @chrisappelgrenPODCASTS: The Deeply Aligned PodcastOFFERS: 1:1 Guidance & Business CoachingThe Next Client Community: Sign your next 3-5 clients online for your services or programsFree Resources: The Top 100 Book ListFree trainingsFree EBOOK: Aligned Irresistible Offer★ Join my weekly newsletter on how to grow your online business, and build a biz you love in every way for abundant freedom.