Transformative Journeys and the Six Rules of Happiness with Ray Martin

Host Andy Grant interviews Ray Martin, a multifaceted entrepreneur, author, coach, and mindfulness teacher. Ray shares his profound journey of personal transformation, discussing the losses that led him to take a sabbatical, his experiences of running a marathon, and spending 14 years living out of a backpack.

He delves into the foundational principles and six rules of happiness he discovered and shares how mindfulness and meditation played a key role in his evolution.

Ray's inspiring story highlights the importance of living authentically, finding one's true path, and empowering others.

00:00 Welcome to Real Men Feel

00:19 Introducing Ray Martin

00:45 Ray's Journey of Loss and Transformation

04:46 The Turning Point: Helping Others

09:45 A New Path: From Businessman to Actor

13:42 Guiding Principles for Life

18:36 Discovering Mindfulness and Meditation

21:19 Connecting Through Service and Adventure

23:32 The Marathon Dream

24:38 Fundraising Success

26:01 The Call to Write a Book

26:39 Learning to Write

27:50 Returning to the UK

30:42 Six Rules of Happiness

39:57 Intentional Relationships

41:00 Empowering Others

43:18 Conclusion and Resources

Resources

Life Without A Tie, Ray Martin

-- https://amzn.to/3Bl3kRD

The Untethered Soul: Journey Beyond Yourself, Michael Singer -- https://amzn.to/3Bngwpj

The Hero's Journey, Joseph Campbell -- https://amzn.to/4gKyj9V

Managing Transitions: Making The Most of Change, William Bridges -- https://amzn.to/3Bl3OqV

Links

Ray Martin -- https://LifeWithoutATie.com

Follow Ray on LinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachraymartin/

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