The trap that killed my confidence (and how I overcame it)

Shawn Hesmatpour

Published on: 22/09/2025

Most men I coach (and even myself at one point) live under an invisible pressure they can’t even see. A pressure to prove themselves. Throughout their career. Through their bank account. Through their physique. Through their relationship status...

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I’m Moving (Again)… But This Time Feels Different

Shawn Hesmatpour

Published on: 04/08/2025

The past 2.5 years in Phoenix have been quite the ride. It was loud. It was fast. It was full of breakthroughs, burnout, and deep realizations about who I actually am and who I’m not. After moving back home to Massachusetts a few months ago, I’ve...

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Why Going To The Gym Won’t Fix Your Confidence Issues

Shawn Hesmatpour

Published on: 14/07/2025

Matt’s story will show you what actually works ↓ Let me tell you about a past client of mine – Matt Kall, and why his story is going to permanently change how you think about confidence. Matt was that guy who had his physical game on lock. Hitting...

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Growth starts when the comfort ends.

Shawn Hesmatpour

Published on: 13/12/2024

Continuing from our last topic about confidence, achievements & failure. I think it’s a good moment in time to have an honest conversation about comfort zones. We all know that growth happens outside of them – so why do we keep avoiding it? And the..

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