The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber

EP1009: Identity, Purpose and the Power to Change Everything ft Adam Mock

Apr 11, 2025

In this engaging discussion, leadership coach Adam Mock shares his journey of overcoming personal darkness and the inspirational moment that changed everything. He addresses the loneliness epidemic faced by male entrepreneurs and highlights the importance of resilience and community support. Adam dives into dreaming bigger and offers life-changing questions to ignite personal growth. The episode wraps with a humorous tale of how he turned a mugging into a moment of unexpected courage, proving that humor can thrive in adversity.

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Quick takeaways

Adam Mock shares his personal journey of resilience, emphasizing the life-changing power of supportive conversations during dark times, especially regarding mental health.

The importance of redefining and 'rescuing' dreams rather than merely chasing them is highlighted, encouraging individuals to explore their identities and aspirations authentically.

Creating supportive communities and safe spaces for open dialogue about struggles fosters connection, combats loneliness, and empowers individuals to achieve their goals.

Deep dives

The Importance of Sharing Stories

Discussing personal struggles with mental health and suicide can be challenging, but it plays a crucial role in raising awareness and encouraging those in dark places. Adam Mock shares his own near-suicidal experience, emphasizing the impact of support from friends during difficult times. A pivotal moment in his story was a conversation with a friend who asked him to give life another day, which led to a turning point in his journey. This reinforces the idea that open conversations about mental health can save lives and foster connections among those who struggle.

Intro

2min

Resilience and Transformation

16min

Navigating Loneliness in Entrepreneurship

18min

Exploring Identity and Ambition

16min

Redefining Identity and Community

12min

A Night of Unexpected Courage

4min

Facing Excuses: A Business Mindset Through Humor

2min

Embracing Resilience and the Journey to Greatness

3min

In this powerful episode, Tom sits down with longtime friend and leadership coach Adam Mock. Adam shares a deeply personal story about overcoming a dark time in his life, how one simple request changed everything, and the profound ripple effect that followed. They also dive into leadership, identity, dreaming bigger, and Adam’s brand-new book, Rescue Your Dreams. Plus, Tom and Adam wrap up with a hilarious story about the time Adam got mugged—and how he handled it in a very "Adam" way.

If you or someone you know is struggling, this episode is a must-listen.

In this episode, Tom and Adam discuss:

[00:00] Introduction to Adam Mock and his impact on Tom’s life
[01:44] The backstory behind Tom’s “MOTOR” tattoo and brand
[04:50] How Adam’s encouragement helped inspire the birth of The Contractor Fight
[06:30] Adam’s powerful and emotional story of almost ending his life
[13:18] What Adam would say to someone feeling hopeless today
[17:22] The loneliness epidemic among men and entrepreneurs
[25:19] Building grit and resilience: What are you willing to do or go through?
[31:03] Why most people struggle to dream—and how to rescue yours
[38:23] The three life-changing questions to ask yourself
[41:00] The problem with chasing versus rescuing your dreams
[49:30] How Adam sets and achieves massive goals
[57:03] Proof Wallets’ incredible act of kindness and how to win a survivor wallet
[01:03:48] A hilarious story about Adam getting mugged (and why speaking up matters)

Links from the episode:

Grab Adam Mock’s new book Rescue Your Dreams
Proof Wallets: https://carryproof.com
DM your survivor story or nominate someone:
Tom: @fightwithtom
Adam: @adammock.lcs

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