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EPISODE · May 13, 2026 · 49 MIN

His Life Fell Apart… So He Walked Away for 14 Years

from Against The Norm · host Norman Calvo

What would you do if your entire life collapsed all at once?When Ray Martin’s marriage ended, his business unraveled, and his father died within the same period of time, he found himself emotionally shattered and completely lost. What was supposed to be a six-month sabbatical turned into a 14-year journey across Asia, Europe, and deep into himself.In this fascinating conversation, Ray shares how a successful CEO with all the “right” badges of success slowly realized he was living a life built around other people’s expectations—not his own.Along the way, he: Ran marathons for charity  Worked with elephant sanctuaries and orphanages  Learned meditation in a silent Buddhist retreat  Became a leadership coach in Asia  Randomly auditioned for — and landed — the lead role in a stage play with no acting experience  And ultimately rebuilt his life around meaning, freedom, intuition, and service This episode is about far more than travel or reinvention.It’s about what happens when you finally stop asking: “What am I supposed to do with my life?”…and start asking: “What actually feels true to me?”If you’ve ever felt stuck, restless, burned out, or quietly disconnected from the life you built, this conversation may hit very close to home.To learn more about Ray Martin, his book, coaching, and his journey of reinvention, visit:Website:https://lifewithoutatie.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachraymartin/Contact us:   againstthenorm.net

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What would you do if your entire life collapsed all at once? When Ray Martin’s marriage ended, his business unraveled, and his father died within the same period of time, he found himself emotionally shattered and completely lost. What was supposed to be a six-month sabbatical turned into a 14-year journey across Asia, Europe, and deep into himself. In this fascinating conversation, Ray shares how a successful CEO with all the “right” badges of success slowly realized he was living a life bui...

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