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February 19, 2025 179 mins

Divorce, schizophrenia, health, healing, China, intuition, reincarnation… John has led a life like few others.

In this episode, John and Brandon explore the fascinating, multifaceted life journey that is John. From his wide ranging educational background, to his divorce, to almost a decade in China, to what the future holds.

He shares insights into his struggles with depression, the challenges of teaching, his time living in China, and what it’s like to repatriate. We discuss his religious evolution from Catholicism, to atheism and agnosticism, to spirituality.

With a wide range of education and experience in multiple healing modalities, we discover what drives John and what’s next on his healers journey.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction

04:37 Educational Background and Experiences

09:53 Psychology and Personal Experiences

16:52 Marriage and Relationships

23:04 Intuition and Life Lessons

30:40 Childhood and Family Dynamics

37:42 Questioning Faith and Spirituality

45:28 The Struggles of Mental Illness in Family Dynamics

56:39 Navigating Divorce and Loss

01:13:10 Cultural Reflections: Life in China

01:30:45 Understanding the Chinese Experience

01:38:22 Social Dynamics and Family Priorities

01:43:38 Spiritual Journey and Beliefs

01:50:39 The Concept of Reincarnation

01:56:15 Energy, Existence, and the Universe

02:17:17 Imagining a Chew Toy Reality

02:24:38 The Healer's Journey and Personal Growth

02:30:58 Understanding Exercise Science

02:38:10 Growth Hormone and Bodybuilding

02:46:56 Embracing Spirituality and Intuition

02:53:10 The Role of Music in Life


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