What happens when numbing out stops working—and the path to emotional healing, self-love, and true belonging begins?

What You’ll Learn:

• How childhood trauma and adoption impacted Andrew's sense of identity and worthiness

• The emotional cost of numbing through addiction, alcohol, and drug abuse

• Turning points in recovery and the role of gratitude, service, and spiritual growth

• The process of forgiveness and building a purpose-driven, sober life

• Tools for men’s mental health, emotional intelligence, and personal responsibility

In this deeply moving episode of Inside Man with Gary Kadi, guest Andrew Schwartz opens up about his powerful journey from self-sabotage to resilience and recovery. Born into a world of emotional confusion as an adopted child, Andrew struggled early with identity, coping mechanisms, and a persistent inner critic that fueled his descent into addiction.

As a high performer masking his pain, Andrew lived with alcoholism, drug abuse, and a crushing sense of not being enough. But everything shifted when the weight of shame and guilt became too heavy to carry. Through a near-death experience, intervention from family, and finally entering rehab, Andrew began the hard work of inner healing.

This conversation unpacks the real impact of childhood trauma, the long road to forgiveness, and how service, running (The Speed Project), and deep love—particularly with his wife Molly—helped rebuild his life. Now living a sober, purpose-driven life, Andrew shares wisdom for anyone grappling with emotional pain, resilience, or the pursuit of belonging.

Whether you're navigating recovery, parenting, or seeking personal growth, this episode speaks to the power of transformation and the freedom in owning your story.

💥 Subscribe, share, and leave a comment with your biggest takeaway.

💬 Know someone struggling with addiction or self-worth? Send them this episode.

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Release Recovery Foundation: https://www.releaserecoveryfoundation.org/

Andrew Schwartz: https://www.instagram.com/schwartzybear

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Meet Gary

Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide:

Wish your marriage felt more connected—even after the arguments? Learn how to repair, reconnect, and deepen intimacy with expert Dave Adamusko.

In Part 2 of this deep-dive conversation, Inside Man host Gary Kadi continues unpacking real-world marriage struggles with renowned therapist and “coach’s coach” Dave Adamusko. Together, they explore why emotional awareness—not just communication tactics—is the key to true repair in relationships.

You’ll learn how repair actually works, why self-righteousness kills intimacy, and how small changes (like saying “you’re right” or building in transition time) create lasting connection. Dave also explains the science of emotional bids, the power of tone, and what couples who thrive do differently. This episode will help any high-performing man upgrade his relationship—without losing his edge.

✅ Apply for the Inside Man Coaching Experience – 6 months of deep work ending in a powerful retreat in Arizona!

🌐 Inside Man Movement: https://garykadi.com

💬 Connect with Dave at https://therapywithdave.com

📱 Instagram: @therapywithdave

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Meet Gary

Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

I'll see you on the inside - GK

Feeling unheard in your marriage? Learn how to communicate without blowing up—or shutting down—with expert coach Dave Adamusko.

In this powerful episode of Inside Man, Gary Kadi (GK) is joined by marriage and family therapist Dave Adamusko—aka “The Coach’s Coach”—to tackle one of the biggest struggles high-achieving men face: how to communicate in marriage without chaos.

You’ll learn why traditional therapy often fails high performers, how internal disconnection fuels external conflict, and why the same skills that build business success can sabotage your relationships. Dave shares practical tools like the “3 H’s” (Hug, Help, Hear), emotional vs. practical problem-solving, and how to regulate your nervous system when tensions flare. It’s real talk for men who want to lead at home like they do at work.

✅ Join the Inside Man Coaching Experience – 6 months of deep transformation ending in Arizona!

🌐 Inside Man Movement: https://garykadi.com

💬 Connect with Dave at https://therapywithdave.com

📱 Instagram: @therapywithdave

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Meet Gary

Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

I'll see you on the inside - GK

Burnout doesn’t mean you're broken—it means you're out of alignment. Discover how high achievers can reset, without burning it all down. Subscribe now!

In this episode of Inside Man, Gary Kadi (GK) tackles one of the most misunderstood challenges faced by high performers: burnout. If you’re exhausted, running on empty, or feel like your success comes at too high a cost—you’re not alone. GK explains why burnout isn’t a personal failure, but a sign you need a new internal operating system.

Drawing from his book Life on All Cylinders, personal stories, and client transformations, GK reveals three powerful ways to recover: aligning with your values, reclaiming your rhythm, and upgrading your belief system. It’s time to trade adrenaline for alignment and exhaustion for energy.

✅ Download the free guide 10 Things Guys Suck At (And How to Fix It): https://inside-man-with-gary-kadi.kit.com/free-guide

📅 Join the Inside Man Movement at https://garykadi.com

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Meet Gary

Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

I'll see you on the inside - GK

What if reaching success leaves you feeling empty? Discover the truth behind the "success hangover" and how to fix it. Subscribe now!

In this powerful episode of Inside Man, Gary Kadi (GK) uncovers the unexpected emotional crash many high achievers face—what he calls the "success hangover." You finally hit the goal, build the business, achieve the dream… but it feels hollow. Why? GK shares real stories, personal struggles, and three key mindset shifts that transform hollow wins into fulfilling lives.

Learn how to celebrate your progress, shift to purpose-driven goals, and reconnect to your deeper reason for leading. If you've ever asked “Is this all there is?”, this one’s for you.

📅 Book a session with Gary: https://garykadi.com

📱 Connect with Gary: https://www.instagram.com/insidemanwithgk/

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Meet Gary

Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

I'll see you on the inside - GK

In this episode of Inside Man, Gary Kadi (GK) reveals the hidden leadership trap that causes even the most confident men to burn out: control. If you're a high-performing man who feels the constant weight of having to do it all, this episode is your wake-up call. GK shares his personal story, a powerful client case study, and introduces the "traffic signal" model for healthy control. You'll learn how to shift from force to freedom, delegate without fear, and finally create space to lead and live.

This episode is perfect for entrepreneurs, executives, and emerging leaders ready to evolve from doers to true leaders.

💬 Share this episode with a friend who leads but feels stuck.

📅 Book a session with Gary: https://garykadi.com

📱 Connect with Gary: https://www.instagram.com/insidemanwithgk/

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Meet Gary

Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

I'll see you on the inside - GK

What happens when a strong woman sets non-negotiable standards—and a high-performing man rises to meet them? ❤️ Don’t miss this powerful, real conversation.

In this deeply personal episode of Inside Man, Gary Kadi is joined by his wife Judith Kadi to share the raw, behind-the-scenes journey of their 22+ year marriage.

From their unexpected first meeting to navigating addiction, raising a child with autism, and redefining success, this episode is a masterclass in emotional resilience, personal integrity, and the power of partnership.

Judith shares the pivotal “no more mediocrity” moment that changed everything—while Gary reflects on how love, boundaries, and vulnerability led him from addiction to deep purpose. This is a must-watch for men, women, couples, and anyone ready to build something real.

For listeners who want to:

• Build a relationship based on trust and standards
• Support a partner through addiction and recovery
• Navigate parenting under pressure
• Step into their truth with courage

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Website: https://garykadi.com

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Meet Gary

Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

I'll see you on the inside - GK

If you find yourself constantly grinding, never slowing down, and feeling uncomfortable when things get quiet, this episode is for you.

In this raw episode of the Inside Man Podcast, host Gary Kadi (GK) gets real about something most high-achieving men never stop to question: their addiction to chaos. From his journey through nonstop hustle to life-changing wake-up calls, Gary shares how the pressure to be constantly productive often masks deeper issues like avoidance, ego, and emotional disconnection.

This episode isn’t just about slowing down — it’s about reclaiming your time, presence, and power.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The difference between true productivity and disguised avoidance
• Why chaos feels “comfortable” and stillness feels “dangerous” for many men
• How high performers unknowingly train others to rely on their busyness
• The emotional cost of never slowing down — and what your body is telling you
• How to break the addiction to busyness with intentional stillness
• Real-life stories from Gary and his clients that prove this shift is not only possible — it’s life-changing
• Practical steps to reclaim control, reconnect with purpose, and show up with more presence in your relationships, business, and life

Gary’s honest storytelling, including his own brush with burnout (and a bike accident in NYC), reveals how performance-driven men can miss out on their own lives — and how one minute of stillness a day can spark transformation.

✅ Action Steps from This Episode:

Schedule 1–15 minutes of stillness daily and observe your thoughts without judgment.

Ask yourself: “What am I avoiding by staying busy?”

Journal what makes you uncomfortable about stillness — and begin doing the real inner work.

Download the “10 Things Guys Suck At (and What to Do About It)” at GaryKadi.com for even more breakthroughs.

💬 Share this episode with a friend or colleague who’s always ‘too busy’ — they might just thank you later.

🎧 Listen now and start mastering stillness — because real power isn't in constant motion, it's in knowing when to be still.

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Meet Gary

Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: