John O'Leary - "John, Damnit...Why Not You?" Ep. 21

Warning, you may need tissues for this one. Are you in need of some inspiration? You'll get more than your fair share after hearing John O'Leary's incredible story. John was severely burned as a child and wasn't expected to live. Through a hard fought battle, John pushed back on the temptation to give up and become a victim, choosing rather to be a victor. 

John recounts a pivotal moment in his recovery when he was hit by the "why me" wall. His dad looked him in the eye and asked him this life changing question: "John, "damnit, why not you? His father told him that he could be a victim or he could chose to rise above. He then asked him a simple 3-word question: "Victim, or victor"?

John definitely chose the latter.  

John's a devoted father and husband, speak, author & podcast host. He spends his life making a difference and inspiring people to live more inspired lives.

Some highlights from our conversation:

1. Should you be your child’s friend?
2. Thoughts on the extreme division in American politics.
3. How to raise kids in a tech obsessed world.
4. A look at what inspires John & gets him up out of bed every day.
5. How to overcome the emotional and psychological toll of trauma and ultimately thrive.

Grab a copy of John's latest booked In Awe: https://www.amazon.com/Awe-Rediscover-Childlike-Unleash-Inspiration/dp/059313544X

Learn more about John O'Leary on his website: https://johnolearyinspires.com/

Check out the Live Inspired Podcast today: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-inspired-podcast-with-john-oleary/id1166682012

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Music: Hindsight (Instrumental) by Fivefold (used with written permission)