Podcast: Trespassing Aloud

How do you face your fears? John shares the story of a fateful day in Nashville. When confronted with a major fear, he leaned on his track record to give him the confidence he needed.

Well, we’ve come to the end of Season One. We promised at least one sincere apology. John shares a story from years ago where he wishes he would have treated a stranger – and a friend – differently.

Sometimes what seems like an incredible opportunity can turn into a real problem. Or, more specifically, a couple hundred TONS of a problem. John tells the story of some quick decision making as a business owner.

All aboard the USS Sold! What should have been a fun family afternoon on the water quickly turned into something much less enjoyable. Many years later, on another sea voyage, John gets the opportunity to swim with a pod of whale sharks!

Over the years I’ve come to realize that perfectionists really struggle with happiness. Every day you get to choose. Will you dwell on everything that’s wrong, everything that’s not “perfect” in your life? Or will you find happiness in the things that are good?

When you have a conversation with someone, what impression are they walking away with? John talks about a crucial lesson in a communications class many years ago.

What’s the best Thanksgiving meal you’ve ever had? We bet it wasn’t as good as the one John’s wrestling teammate gobbled up in his Mater Dei wrestling days.

Have you ever had a near death experience? Has it ever been absolutely ESSENTIAL for you to keep your cool? John tells the story of a white water tubing trip long ago. Thank goodness he knew to never panic.

John talks about the pivotal moments meeting the mentors who would shape his life.