Career Congregation is your weekly gathering for career inspiration. A space to explore the highs, the lows, and the incredible stories of people who’ve navigated career challenges—from rock bottoms to remarkable comebacks.

This week’s episode features Danny Bent — adventurer, award-winning author, founder of London’s Project Awesome fitness movement, business owner, one of the 100 happiest people in the UK, and now, trainee psychotherapist.

Danny shares his extraordinary life journey, navigating the emotional highs and lows of an adventure-filled career led by joy, freedom, and a deep desire to uplift others. From cycling 6,000 miles from London to India, raising hundreds of thousands for the victims of the Boston Marathon bombing, running the London Marathon more than five times (once dressed as a pint glass!), setting a Guinness World Record, and building a thriving fitness community — Danny has followed his passion wherever it leads.

Now training to become a psychotherapist, Danny reflects on the wild ride of life, the pursuit of happiness, and the power of bringing your whole self to everything you do.

© Meghan Fitzpatrick, 2025