EP24 - Beyond the Peak: Andy’s Origin Story (Part 1)

Turning 50, mountains on the mind, and no longer chasing a single “peak.” In this solo chat, Rich guides Andy through Part 1 of his origin story - from Bristol roots, rugby and Scouts, to pub-life chaos, backpacking the world, moving to Spain, and becoming a Dad. Andy shares why “peaking” is a myth, how running taught him to love the process, why depth beats width, and how gratitude and positive psychology re-framed the last decade. He also connects the dots between ADHD, spontaneity, job-hopping, and the old chase for dopamine. Part 2 (coming soon) dives into the Spain years and his evolving relationship with alcohol.Highlights50th reflections: joy > happiness, journey > destinationPeaks & valleys: why the high is brief and what to do afterADHD threads: rejection sensitivity, spontaneity, and workParenting, purpose, and simplifying life for more depthIf this resonates: follow, rate, and share with a friend who’s redefining midlife.