Guest Drew Johnson, a baseball player, shares his powerful story of surviving a suicide attempt, finding purpose in life, and the choice to seek help. This transformative journey highlights the importance of vulnerability, honesty, and building a support network for a happier and freer life.
By changing his perspective, Drew was able to handle the challenges of life better and build a strong support network.
Viewing ourselves as active creators of our lives, rather than passive victims, allows us to find meaning and purpose even in difficult situations and emphasized the significance of reaching out for help and support when needed.
Deep dives
Changing Perspective After Surviving Suicide Attempt
Drew Johnson, a baseball player, tried to take his own life but survived. After surviving the attempt, he reflected on his situation and decided to find meaning and purpose in his second chance. He took responsibility for his actions, stopped blaming others, and started being open and honest about his struggles. By changing his perspective, he was able to handle the challenges of life better and build a strong support network. Sharing his story and asking for help became his way of helping others who are also struggling.
The Power of Perspective and Taking Active Choices
Drew's experience taught the importance of how we view ourselves and the circumstances we face. He actively chose to be honest, not feel shame, and share his story to help others. By taking control of his perspective, he focused on what he could control and made choices aligned with his values. Drew's journey highlighted that viewing ourselves as active creators of our lives, rather than passive victims, allows us to find meaning and purpose even in difficult situations. It also emphasized the significance of reaching out for help and support when needed.
Change Your Perspective, Change Your World“It is not so much what happens to you as how you think about what happens."– EpictetusOften times we struggle with our own perspective can color how we view ourselves and our lives. What would it take for you to change your perspective? In todays episode, we look at the story of one man who got a second chance at life, and how a shift in his perspective made all the difference.