In this episode of Passion Struck, John R. Miles explores the remarkable redemption of Josh Hamilton, once one of baseball’s top prospects, who spiraled into addiction only to make one of the most inspiring comebacks in sports history. Hamilton’s journey—from being the first overall MLB draft pick to battling addiction, hitting rock bottom, and reclaiming his career—teaches us profound lessons about resilience, purpose, and the power of second chances.

Join us as John breaks down five powerful lessons from Josh Hamilton’s story, revealing how he turned pain into purpose, found significance in adversity, and rebuilt a life that goes beyond baseball. This is more than a story about sports; it’s a roadmap for anyone looking to overcome their own setbacks and live with intention.

Link to the full show notes:   https://passionstruck.com/josh-hamilton-redemption-story/

Don’t wait for the perfect circumstances or a flawless path to reclaim your purpose. Like Josh Hamilton, you have the power to rise, no matter how far you feel you’ve fallen. What’s one step you can take today to begin your own comeback? Let us know in the comments and start your journey toward redemption and resilience.

In this episode, you will learn:

• How Josh Hamilton rose to become the #1 MLB draft pick and a promising baseball star
• The struggles he faced after a devastating injury and his descent into addiction
• The pivotal moment that led Hamilton to confront his addiction and seek recovery
• The journey of his remarkable comeback to Major League Baseball and his MVP success
• Five powerful life lessons drawn from Hamilton’s story of redemption and resilience
• How Hamilton turned his pain into purpose and used his story to inspire others
• The importance of second chances and intentional living in reclaiming purpose
• Insights into building resilience and finding significance after setbacks
• How Hamilton’s story exemplifies overcoming adversity to build a life of meaning
• Ways to apply Hamilton’s lessons in resilience and purpose-driven living to your own life

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