EPISODE · Sep 20, 2022 · 39 MIN
S4E28 - Setting the World on Fire with Your Purpose with JR Spear
from Porn Talk · host Powerful Eric
JR Spear is a military veteran and a martial arts coach. JR tells the story of how he was injured in an ambush while at a walking checkpoint in 2007, and how this experience has shaped his approach to life. JR Spear shares his story of going through war and coming home to a broken marriage and depression and his journey to recovery. He eventually sought help from a therapist, which led to him being diagnosed with chronic PTSD. He also highlights how when you lose your identity and purpose, it is hard to know what you are chasing after and where you are going. One of the things that people value most in life is their own name, and how a powerful name is created by describing who they are and what their values and beliefs are. [00:01 - 08:04] Opening SegmentIntroducing JR to the showBrief background and careerBeing prepared for any ambush in lifeIdentifying the possible key threatsCreate a planExecution[08:05 - 24:58] A Structured Plan to Overcome Trauma and AddictionHow being prepared for an ambush works well with overcoming trauma and addictionJR talks about the importance of purpose and the implications of losing itWithout purpose, life has no directionIf your purpose doesn’t keep you going, then it isn’t big enoughLiving on purpose is setting the world on fire[24:59 - 37:20] Figuring Out Your PurposeWanting to feel normalTracking the small winsAtomic Habits by James ClearShowing up and making the small wins a habitRather than focusing on the problem, it is sometimes effective to just take the time off and do your hobbiesJR’s message to those who have lost their identityThe first step from trauma to a successful businessHiring a coachChange your environmentLook at what you are consuming[37:21 - 39:02] Closing SegmentSee the links below to connect with JRFinal words of wisdomQuotes:“It’s not about what happened to the ambush, it’s about how we responded that meant everything.” - JR Spear“Purpose is everything. If you don’t know your identity, then you really are gonna lose the direction of where you are going to go.” - JR Spear“You gotta know what you’re chasing after. Once you figure that out, then you’re going to create that image of that person and become that person.” - JR SpearConnect with JR by visiting www.JRSpear.com. Attend my upcoming free LIVE webinar for couples! To get details email [email protected] with me (Powerful Eric) on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. Email me at [email protected]. Love what you heard? LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with other men who want to live an empowered life free of addiction. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/porn-talk--2930866/support.
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JR Spear is a military veteran and a martial arts coach. JR tells the story of how he was injured in an ambush while at a walking checkpoint in 2007, and how this experience has shaped his approach to life. JR Spear shares his story of going through war and coming home to a broken marriage and depression and his journey to recovery. He eventually sought help from a therapist, which led to him being diagnosed with chronic PTSD. He also highlights how when you lose your identity and purpose, it is hard to know what you are chasing after and where you are going. One of the things that people value most in life is their own name, and how a powerful name is created by describing who they are and what their values and beliefs are. [00:01 - 08:04] Opening SegmentIntroducing JR to the showBrief background and careerBeing prepared for any ambush in lifeIdentifying the possible key threatsCreate a planExecution[08:05 - 24:58] A Structured Plan to Overcome Trauma and AddictionHow being prepared for an ambush works well with overcoming trauma and addictionJR talks about the importance of purpose and the implications of losing itWithout purpose, life has no directionIf your purpose doesn’t keep you going, then it isn’t big enoughLiving on purpose is setting the world on fire[24:59 - 37:20] Figuring Out Your PurposeWanting to feel normalTracking the small winsAtomic Habits by James ClearShowing up and making the small wins a habitRather than focusing on the problem, it is sometimes effective to just take the time off and do your hobbiesJR’s message to those who have lost their identityThe first step from trauma to a successful businessHiring a coachChange your environmentLook at what you are consuming[37:21 - 39:02] Closing SegmentSee the links below to connect with JRFinal words of wisdomQuotes:“It’s not about what happened to the ambush, it’s about how we responded that meant everything.” - JR Spear“Purpose is everything. If you don’t know your identity, then you really are gonna lose the direction of where you are going to go.” - JR Spear“You gotta know what you’re chasing after. Once you figure that out, then you’re going to create that image of that person and become that person.” - JR SpearConnect with JR by visiting www.JRSpear.com. Attend my upcoming free LIVE webinar for couples! To get details email [email protected] with me (Powerful Eric) on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. Email me at [email protected]. Love what you heard? LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with other men who want to live an empowered life free of addiction. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/porn-talk--2930866/support.
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