Chasing the Wrong Dream - Jerry Zehr

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Jerry and I talk about his journey from following his dream of being an actor to Hollywood only to realize it was the wrong dream. His true dream was on a more spiritual path.

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I grew up with Amish/ Mennonite roots but left this sect because it was too legalistic and judgmental. I disconnected from God altogether as I graduated with a speech and theater degree and moved to Los Angeles, California. I was a driven, anxious perfectionist trying to make my fame and fortune in the entertainment business. I was confronted many times with situations that I asked myself the question," What am I willing to sell my soul for?" My first novel "Blurring the Lines" is based on my experiences in the entertainment business as I struggled with this question.

As I gave in to drugs and alcohol to medicate my emptiness inside, I finally realized my soul was dried up. I would be dead in five years if I didn't get out of this environment. I left the entertainment life and began a journey of self-exploration, studying the world religions, and traveling around the world. I have a new understanding of God and the Divine within us. I am a recovering perfectionist/worrier, learning how to grow into the fullness of who God created me to be. It has only taken 66 years, and I am still growing.

Website: https://jerryzehr.com/
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq4oMHKZY3JuoQr88Goyz_Q

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