The Jefferson Fisher Podcast What Serving 7 Years in Prison Taught Damon West About Communication
Jun 24, 2025
Damon West, an author and motivational speaker, shares his incredible journey from serving 65 years in prison to becoming a beacon of hope for others. He discusses the profound impact of self-talk and the idea of being a 'coffee bean'—transforming your environment rather than letting it change you. Damon highlights the importance of servant leadership and how one powerful conversation can alter life trajectories. He also delves into mastering communication in challenging situations, emphasizing the role of positive affirmations in personal growth.
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Talk To Yourself Positively
- Talk to yourself with positive affirmations focusing on past successes.
- Use this technique to overcome fear and negative internal voices.
From Athlete to Life Sentence
- Damon West's life spiraled from a Division I quarterback to a 65-year prison sentence for organized crime.
- He acknowledges the harm he caused and the severe consequences he faced in Dallas court.
Be The Coffee Bean
- Choose to be like a coffee bean that changes your environment, not just be changed by it.
- This mindset helped Damon transform inside maximum security prison.
