In Your Corner

Keith Dixon

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.

Episodes

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

    28 JAN

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

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

    25 min
  2. Masks, Masculinity & the Man Behind the Smile | In Your Corner Podcast | Episode 3

    14 JAN

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

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

    23 min
  3. 31/12/2025

    Routine & Structure | In Your Corner Podcast | Episode 2

    Welcome back to In Your Corner with Keith Dixon - Episode 2. 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. 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. 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. If you're feeling disconnected or behind as January creeps back to life, this episode is for you. It's about stripping away the b******t, cutting the excuses, and building confidence from the inside out. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Welcome Back & Thank You 00:45 - Not a January Reset 01:44 - Routine & Structure 02:36 - Life Creeping Back 03:26 - Your Nervous System Craves Stability 04:07 - Real Strength Is on the Inside 04:37 - My Lowest Point - The Hostel 05:45 - Frozen in Time 06:33 - Reminds Me of Grief 07:00 - Sitting Still in the Thoughts 07:38 - Taking Responsibility 08:30 - No Magic Wand 09:03 - Back to Simplicity 09:35 - Boring Is Fine 10:07 - Rebuilding Trust in Myself 10:33 - It Took Time 11:28 - Early Mornings & Long Nights 11:48 - Structure Gave Me Freedom 12:13 - Every School Play, Every Match 13:27 - Time with the Boys Came First 14:50 - Presence Is What They Want 15:15 - Someone Really Close Got Sick 16:00 - "I Wish I Had Done More" 16:56 - Trust, Self-Belief & Confidence 17:31 - Sticking to Your Word 18:29 - Follow Through Builds Confidence 18:57 - Start Small, Start Simple 19:34 - Michelangelo's Angel 20:01 - Stripping Away, Not Adding On 20:32 - You're Not Broken 21:27 - Next Episode Preview Subscribe for weekly episodes of honest, raw conversations about life, mental health, fatherhood, and finding your way forward. #InYourCorner #KeithDixon #MentalHealth #Routine #Structure #Motivation #Fatherhood #DublinPodcast #NewYear #SelfBelief #Presence #RealTalk

    22 min
  4. 17/12/2025

    My Story of Rebuilding | In Your Corner Podcast | Episode 1

    Welcome to the very first episode of In Your Corner. I'm Keith Dixon, and this is a story I've been carrying in my heart for a long time - not as content, but as something raw, honest, and real. One year ago, I was homeless, living in a men's shelter. Today, I'm sitting here recording this podcast, rebuilt and ready to help others who are facing their own battles. This is my full circle moment, and I want to share it with you.In this episode, I open up about losing my gym of 10 years, the breakdown of my relationship, finding myself in a homeless shelter, and how I rebuilt my life brick by brick through mindset, structure, and resilience. This podcast isn't about perfection - it's about real conversations that matter. If you're going through a tough time right now, know that I am in your corner. Subscribe and join this community as we build something special together. Timestamps:00:00 - Welcome to In Your Corner00:43 - Why This Podcast Matters to Me01:17 - The Story Behind the Name and Logo02:48 - Joshua's Words That Kept Me Going03:33 - One Year Ago: Living in a Men's Shelter04:44 - Where I Am Now: Full Circle Moment05:37 - Your Mess Becomes Your Message06:21 - Refusing to Stay a Victim07:04 - My 25 Years in Health and Fitness08:20 - Losing My Gym: The Eviction Notice09:49 - The Downward Spiral and Breaking Point10:26 - Homeless But Not Hopeless11:42 - What This Podcast Will Be About12:34 - Moving Forward Without the Mask13:25 - What Success Means to Me Now #InYourCorner #MentalHealth #Homelessness #Resilience #Rebuilding #Fatherhood #Mindset #PodcastLaunch

    14 min

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About

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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