43. Authenticity, Emotions & The Map of Emotion: Healing Through the Dark Night of the Soul with John Templeton

In this deeply reflective episode of Life, Biz & All That Jazz, Jasmine Lisciotto sits down with John Templeton for an honest conversation about identity, emotions, and what happens when success no longer feels fulfilling.John’s life has been marked by extraordinary achievement — elite sport, military service, business success, and even a Guinness World Record, yet behind the accolades was a growing sense of emptiness that eventually led him into what many describe as the Dark Night of the Soul. This episode explores that unraveling: the moment where external validation stops working and the inner work becomes unavoidable.Together, Jasmine and John dive into the emotional patterns that quietly shape our lives. John introduces his trademarked Map of Emotion, a powerful framework that explains how thoughts, emotions, actions, and outcomes are deeply connected, and how becoming aware of these patterns is the first step toward real change. They explore why high achievers often struggle with fulfillment, how unconscious beliefs drive our relationships and decisions, and why healing isn’t about fixing yourself, but understanding yourself.John also shares candidly about depression, identity loss, emotional suppression, and the long, uncomfortable process of sitting with emotions instead of outrunning them. This conversation is philosophical, grounded, and deeply human, a reminder that awareness creates freedom, and that authenticity begins when we stop living on autopilot.If you’ve ever questioned who you are without your achievements, felt disconnected despite outward success, or sensed that there must be more to life than repeating old patterns, this episode will resonate deeply.Until next time, remember — it’s progress, not perfection. 💛📘 John Templeton’s Upcoming BookAuthenticity – The Art & Science of Being Your True Self is set for release in February 2026.Join the waitlist here 👉 https://www.johntempleton.io/booksConnect with John Templeton🌐 Website: https://www.johntempleton.io/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johntempletonofficial/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johntempletonofficial/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ1HsBhyuEFwnXZNiNN15Hw💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johntempletonofficial/📧 Contact: [email protected]⚠️ Trigger Warning & SupportThis episode includes discussions around depression, suicidal thoughts, emotional trauma, and existential distress. Listener discretion is advised.If this conversation brings up anything difficult for you, please reach out for support:Australia: Lifeline — 13 11 14United States: Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988UK & ROI: Samaritans — 116 123International: Find local support at https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlinesYou are not alone, and help is always available.