The High Performance Podcast E192 - Jax Jones: The letter I wrote that changed my life
May 15, 2023
Jax Jones, also known as Timucin Lam, is a successful DJ and record producer with over 35 million records sold. In this engaging conversation, he reflects on his turbulent childhood and the pressures of fame. Jax discusses a pivotal manifesto he wrote that transformed his outlook on life. He shares insights into how trauma can propel ambition while fostering self-doubt. With a background in therapy, Jax emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, resilience, and finding joy through meaningful activities, offering valuable lessons for listeners.
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Music as Escape
- Jax Jones' drive stemmed from a turbulent family life and the desire to escape through music.
- He found inspiration in successful producers, seeing them as a model for achieving recognition and freedom.
Reading the Room
- Growing up in a mixed-cultural household with frequent arguments, Jax Jones learned to read body language to avoid conflict.
- He developed this skill from a young age due to the pressure to mediate family disputes.
Lockdown Depression
- Despite achieving commercial success, Jax Jones experienced a period of depression and loss of passion for music during the 2020 lockdown.
- He sought therapy to address these feelings and rediscover his motivation.
