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In Your Corner

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by Keith Dixon

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In Your Corner is a raw and honest podcast about rebuilding, resilience, and real growth. Hosted by Keith Dixon, a health and fitness coach with 25 years of experience, this podcast is for anyone who's fighting to rebuild themselves - whether you're navigating a breakup, losing your identity, struggling with purpose, or just trying to keep moving forward when life gets hard. Keith shares his own journey from running a thriving gym for ten years to losing everything - his business, his relationship, and finding himself homeless in a men's shelter. But this isn't just a story about rock bottom. It's about the mindset, structure, and resilience that pulled him back up, brick by brick. Each episode brings open, real conversations about identity, confidence, self-respect, boundaries, fatherhood, and taking action on new habits and direction. Whether you're looking for straight talk or anyone rebuilding their life, you'll find genuine support here - mentally, physically, and emotionally. This podcast isn't about perfection, status, or validation. It's about presence, peace, and showing up for yourself and the people who matter. Because no matter where you are right now or what you're carrying, Keith is in your corner. New episodes every second Wednesday at 8am. Subscribe and let's get to work.

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12/15/2025

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January 28, 2026

Drop the Masks: Identity, Energy & Becoming Who You’re Meant to Be | Episode 4

<p>In this episode of <strong>In Your Corner</strong>, Keith Dixon dives deep into <strong>identity, energy, and personal growth</strong>, sharing honest reflections from lived experience. Keith explores what it really means to step into your true self, drop the masks, and stop performing for others — even when that growth makes people around you uncomfortable.</p><p>The conversation covers boundaries, people-pleasing, emotional energy, and how unregulated stress can drain your life, relationships, and sense of purpose. Keith also opens up about losing his gym, rebuilding from scratch, and finding clarity through breathwork, solitude, and discomfort.</p><p>This episode is for anyone feeling stuck between an old identity and a new version of themselves — and needs a reminder that growth isn’t about being broken, it’s about becoming.</p><p>Timecodes</p><p><strong>00:00 – Welcome &amp; gratitude</strong><br> Keith welcomes listeners back and thanks everyone for their continued support.</p><p><strong>01:04 – Identity &amp; lived experience</strong><br> Why this episode comes from personal growth, not preaching.</p><p><strong>01:35 – Dropping the masks</strong><br> Stepping away from performance and into your true self.</p><p><strong>02:22 – Growth triggers others</strong><br> Why your personal change can make people uncomfortable.</p><p><strong>02:54 – Weight loss &amp; backhanded compliments</strong><br> A real-world example of how growth is often challenged.</p><p><strong>03:47 – Friends, habits &amp; resistance</strong><br> When the people closest to you test your boundaries.</p><p><strong>04:44 – Alcohol, culture &amp; judgment</strong><br> Why not drinking can trigger reactions in others.</p><p><strong>05:19 – “You’ve changed”</strong><br> Learning when change is growth — not something to fear.</p><p><strong>05:49 – Stripping back, not adding more</strong><br> Why growth often comes from removing, not doing more.</p><p><strong>06:23 – Loneliness &amp; losing your circle</strong><br> The hidden cost of stepping into your true identity.</p><p><strong>07:04 – Boundaries vs barriers</strong><br> Why boundaries are protection, not arrogance.</p><p><strong>07:58 – Holding space &amp; emotional weight</strong><br> How carrying others’ energy affects your life.</p><p><strong>08:54 – People-pleasing &amp; burnout</strong><br> Why saying yes to everything drains your energy.</p><p><strong>10:06 – Energy, frequency &amp; mindset</strong><br> How your inner state shapes your entire life.</p><p><strong>11:06 – Tuning your frequency</strong><br> The “radio station” analogy for emotional energy.</p><p><strong>12:20 – Misaligned work &amp; relationships</strong><br> When your energy no longer matches your life.</p><p><strong>13:29 – Losing passion for the gym</strong><br> Keith reflects on knowing it was time to move on.</p><p><strong>14:28 – Comfort zones &amp; delayed dreams</strong><br> Why staying comfortable delayed bigger goals.</p><p><strong>15:45 – Not keeping your word to yourself</strong><br> How slipping standards affect family and self-trust.</p><p><strong>16:20 – One door closing</strong><br> The gym eviction as a turning point.</p><p><strong>16:52 – Stepping into purpose</strong><br> Podcast growth, workshops, retreats, and helping others.</p><p><strong>17:44 – Chaos &amp; breathwork</strong><br> Finding calm when everything felt loud.</p><p><strong>18:44 – Inhale calm, exhale chaos</strong><br> Why breathwork is a powerful daily tool.</p><p><strong>19:35 – Nervous system &amp; ego</strong><br> How regulation changes how you operate in life.</p><p><strong>21:01 – Resentment &amp; procrastination</strong><br> What happens when boundaries are ignored.</p><p><strong>22:09 – Losing everything</strong><br> Stripped back to the essentials — and why it mattered.</p><p><strong>22:41 – Fasting &amp; discomfort</strong><br> Why growth requires getting uncomfortable.</p><p><strong>24:05 – Becoming, not breaking</strong><br> Letting go of old identities to step forward.</p><p><strong>24:53 – Final message &amp; support</strong><br> Keith reminds listeners he’s always in their corner.</p>

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January 14, 2026

Masks, Masculinity & the Man Behind the Smile | In Your Corner Podcast | Episode 3

<p><strong>Masks, Masculinity &amp; the Man Behind the Smile</strong></p><p>In this episode, Keith Dixon dives deep into the masks we wear every day — especially as men — and how identity, masculinity, and performance culture shape who we present to the world. From social media pressure to childhood conditioning, this is an honest conversation about strength, vulnerability, shadow work, and what it really means to lead yourself.</p><p>This episode is for anyone who’s ever looked confident on the outside while feeling chaotic on the inside.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>00:00 – Welcome &amp; Setting the Direction</strong><br> Keith introduces the episode and explains the shift from foundation work into deeper habit and identity exploration.</p><p><strong>00:41 – Masks, Masculinity &amp; Performance Culture</strong><br> Why modern life feels like a performance and how social media amplifies pressure, comparison, and false confidence.</p><p><strong>01:27 – Strength vs Struggle</strong><br> The misconception that strength means never struggling, especially in coaching and fitness culture.</p><p><strong>02:24 – Hiding Behind the Smile</strong><br> Personal experiences of masking pain during major life challenges and losses.</p><p><strong>03:29 – Where Masks Begin (Childhood Conditioning)</strong><br> How approval, praise, and rejection in childhood shape the personas we carry into adulthood.</p><p><strong>04:30 – Different Rooms, Different Masks</strong><br> Why we behave differently around different people — and how that becomes automatic.</p><p><strong>04:51 – Masculinity &amp; Emotional Suppression</strong><br> Generational beliefs around toughness, emotion, and “getting on with it.”</p><p><strong>05:47 – Words That Shape Identity</strong><br> How jokes, comments, and criticism can leave lasting imprints and build masks.</p><p><strong>06:48 – Carl Jung &amp; Shadow Work</strong><br> An introduction to Jungian psychology and why shadow work matters for real self-awareness.</p><p><strong>08:04 – The Dark Side of Self-Development</strong><br> Why true growth means facing anger, jealousy, insecurity — not bypassing them with positivity.</p><p><strong>09:03 – Male Archetypes Explained</strong><br> The King, Warrior, Lover, and Joker — and how each has both healthy and destructive expressions.</p><p><strong>11:05 – Awareness of the Masks We Wear</strong><br> Learning to recognize which archetype or mask shows up in different situations.</p><p><strong>12:02 – The Work Mask &amp; Daily Performance</strong><br> Why “the show must go on” mentality can become harmful over time.</p><p><strong>13:01 – Anxiety Behind Confidence</strong><br> How external success often hides insecurity, addiction, or constant chasing.</p><p><strong>14:02 – Fear of Being Seen</strong><br> Why people hide behind qualifications, roles, and achievements instead of authenticity.</p><p><strong>15:06 – Strength Without Awareness</strong><br> How uncontrolled strength turns into aggression, dominance, and control.</p><p><strong>16:21 – Masculinity vs Toxic Masculinity</strong><br> A grounded take on leadership, presence, and what real masculinity looks like.</p><p><strong>17:57 – Presence Over Performance</strong><br> Why the strongest men don’t need to announce themselves.</p><p><strong>19:13 – Addiction, Avoidance &amp; Noise</strong><br> How constant stimulation and distraction prevent real growth.</p><p><strong>20:01 – Self-Reflection Questions</strong><br> Practical questions to help identify which mask you’re wearing and why.</p><p><strong>21:07 – The Man Behind the Smile</strong><br> This episode’s core message — pausing long enough to ask what’s really going on inside.</p><p><strong>22:22 – Closing &amp; What’s Next</strong><br> Keith shares the direction of upcoming episodes focused on identity, purpose, and rebuilding.</p>

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December 31, 2025

Routine & Structure | In Your Corner Podcast | Episode 2

<p>Welcome back to In Your Corner with Keith Dixon - Episode 2.</p><p>This isn't about New Year's resolutions or January resets. This is about what really holds us together when motivation fades and energy drops flat - routine and structure.</p><p>Keith opens up about one of his lowest moments, sitting in a hostel in Dublin City Centre, watching life move on outside while feeling frozen in time. He shares the raw truth about taking responsibility, rebuilding trust in yourself, and how simple structure gave him stability, safety, and eventually freedom.</p><p>From early morning alarms to being present for his sons' school plays and football matches, Keith reflects on what really matters - presence over success, memories over achievements, and following through on your word to yourself.</p><p>If you're feeling disconnected or behind as January creeps back to life, this episode is for you. It's about stripping away the bullshit, cutting the excuses, and building confidence from the inside out.</p><p><strong>TIMESTAMPS:</strong></p><p>00:00 - Welcome Back &amp; Thank You</p><p>00:45 - Not a January Reset</p><p>01:44 - Routine &amp; Structure</p><p>02:36 - Life Creeping Back</p><p>03:26 - Your Nervous System Craves Stability</p><p>04:07 - Real Strength Is on the Inside</p><p>04:37 - My Lowest Point - The Hostel</p><p>05:45 - Frozen in Time</p><p>06:33 - Reminds Me of Grief</p><p>07:00 - Sitting Still in the Thoughts</p><p>07:38 - Taking Responsibility</p><p>08:30 - No Magic Wand</p><p>09:03 - Back to Simplicity</p><p>09:35 - Boring Is Fine</p><p>10:07 - Rebuilding Trust in Myself</p><p>10:33 - It Took Time</p><p>11:28 - Early Mornings &amp; Long Nights</p><p>11:48 - Structure Gave Me Freedom</p><p>12:13 - Every School Play, Every Match</p><p>13:27 - Time with the Boys Came First</p><p>14:50 - Presence Is What They Want</p><p>15:15 - Someone Really Close Got Sick</p><p>16:00 - "I Wish I Had Done More"</p><p>16:56 - Trust, Self-Belief &amp; Confidence</p><p>17:31 - Sticking to Your Word</p><p>18:29 - Follow Through Builds Confidence</p><p>18:57 - Start Small, Start Simple</p><p>19:34 - Michelangelo's Angel</p><p>20:01 - Stripping Away, Not Adding On</p><p>20:32 - You're Not Broken</p><p>21:27 - Next Episode Preview</p><p><strong>Subscribe for weekly episodes of honest, raw conversations about life, mental health, fatherhood, and finding your way forward.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>#InYourCorner #KeithDixon #MentalHealth #Routine #Structure #Motivation #Fatherhood #DublinPodcast #NewYear #SelfBelief #Presence #RealTalk</p><p><br></p>

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What is In Your Corner?

In Your Corner is a raw and honest podcast about rebuilding, resilience, and real growth. Hosted by Keith Dixon, a health and fitness coach with 25 years of experience, this podcast is for anyone who's fighting to rebuild themselves - whether you're navigating a breakup, losing your identity, struggling with purpose, or just trying to keep moving forward when life gets hard.

Keith shares his own journey from running a thriving gym for ten years to losing everything - his business, his relationship, and finding himself homeless in a men's shelter. But this isn't just a story about rock bottom. It's about the mindset, structure, and resilience that pulled him back up, brick by brick.

Each episode brings open, real conversations about identity, confidence, self-respect, boundaries, fatherhood, and taking action on new habits and direction. Whether you're looking for straight talk or anyone rebuilding their life, you'll find genuine support here - mentally, physically, and emotionally.

This podcast isn't about perfection, status, or validation. It's about presence, peace, and showing up for yourself and the people who matter. Because no matter where you are right now or what you're carrying, Keith is in your corner. New episodes every second Wednesday at 8am.

Subscribe and let's get to work.

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