The Gabby Reece Show Blake Mycoskie on “Enough,” Identity, and Healing Beyond Success
Jan 12, 2026
Blake Mycoskie, founder of TOMS and mental health advocate, opens up about the challenges of identity and worth beyond success. He shares his journey from entrepreneurship to battling depression, revealing how external validation led to emptiness. Blake emphasizes the importance of healing, self-compassion, and community support. He introduces his 'I am enough' mantra and the nonprofit 'Enough,' dedicated to mental health awareness. Tune in for insights on overcoming struggle and fostering inner worth, plus practical advice for high-achievers.
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College Laundry Sparked An Entrepreneurial Path
- Blake started a laundry business in college after an Achilles injury left him on crutches and unable to do laundry.
- He and a roommate raised $1,500, bought a truck, and scaled the service across campus, sparking his entrepreneurship journey.
Identity Swapped For External Validation
- Blake realized he repeatedly traded one public identity for another to chase external validation.
- That craving for recognition masked a deeper core wound of not feeling enough.
Award Moment Triggered Hidden Pain
- After receiving a major award he felt undeserving and cried alone backstage despite public praise.
- That moment marked the beginning of his detachment from Tom's and the onset of depression.