The Nick Bare Podcast 153: How to Build Habits That Don’t Break Under Stress | Justin Whitmel Earley
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Dec 22, 2025 Justin Whitmel Earley, an author and lawyer, delves into his journey of overcoming burnout as a high-achieving attorney. He emphasizes how small, intentional spiritual habits transformed his life, advocating for more grounded living. The discussion touches on replacing false idols with faith, the significance of Sabbath, and how physical discipline can lead to spiritual growth. Justin also explores redefining success to serve others and practicing intentionality in daily routines, balancing work with family and spiritual health.
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Career Success Led To Mental Collapse
- Justin Whitmel Earley collapsed into panic attacks and suicidal thoughts while succeeding as a corporate lawyer.
- He rebuilt by adopting small spiritual disciplines which reshaped his mental health and vocation.
Start With Scripture, Then Phone
- Do Scripture before phone and turn your phone off an hour each evening to guard work from invading home.
- These tiny boundaries transformed Justin's presence as a father and prevented work from ruling his life.
Identity From Love Not Vocation
- Modern identity often comes from vocation, not family or origin.
- Christianity reframes identity as rooted in God's unconditional love, freeing vocation to be service not validation.