Overcoming Guilt and Finding Purpose: The Evolution of Paul Mort

Talks With Toni

In today's episode, Paul Mort opens up about his journey from rock bottom to success. He candidly discusses the series of events that led him to a breaking point in 2014, including struggles with mental health and feelings of worthlessness. Paul reflects on pivotal moments, such as interactions with his mentor Donna and a heart-wrenching conversation with his wife Lesley, that sparked a realisation of the impact his actions had on his family. He shares how these experiences shaped his perspective on life and the importance of being authentic and vulnerable.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Paul Mort emphasizes that resilience is built through a series of little things rather than one big moment. It's the accumulation of small actions and realizations that lead to significant change.

• His openness and authenticity in sharing his struggles and experiences have a profound impact on others. He believes in making a real connection with people by being genuine and relatable.

• Paul sees himself as a demonstration to his children about what's possible. By being open about his struggles and growth, he aims to show his kids the importance of authenticity and resilience.

• Paul acknowledges the guilt he felt for burdening others with his struggles. However, he recognizes that his journey has led to positive outcomes and growth for himself and his family.

• Leslie's proactive support and intervention, such as following Paul when he was in a vulnerable state, played a crucial role in helping him navigate his challenges and seek help.

BEST MOMENTS

"If anyone tells you you can't or you shouldn't, that really fuels me."

"I'm a demonstration. That's my ultimate thing. Like, I'm a demonstration to my kids about what's possible. Don't just tell them, show them."

"Depression didn't give a fuck. Bipolar didn't give a fuck about it. My problems are worse than your problems. It actually made it worse because I had more money to spend on coke. Do you know what I mean? It made the whole thing worse."

"I wasn't being fully me on the outside. I remember a conversation I had with Mark actually was like, 'Paul I know all these different versions of you, which one is it?' I'm like, all of them. I'm fucking all of them."

"Everyone in life is either a drain and they suck the life out, fun out of everything, or when you see them, they just light you up."

HOST BIO

Toni's journey defies the norm. Raised with a strong work ethic and a traditional career path in mind, she initially pursued a corporate job in HR after earning her degree. However, in 2015, everything changed when she attended a property training seminar. Little did she know that this event would ignite a profound passion for property investment.

With her husband Chris, Toni raised millions in joint venture finance, creating a multi-million-pound property portfolio. But her story doesn't stop there. By the age of 33, she left her HR job behind to empower others in building their successful property businesses.

Toni's passion for public speaking led her to become a world record holder. Beyond the accolades, she sees it as a calling to educate and inspire. Toni hosts training events and uses her "Talks with Toni" podcast to share insights, interview captivating guests, and motivate her audience.