John Lawyer - Exploring Purpose and Spirituality

On this episode of the Common Man podcast, I interview John Lawyer, a former US Army counterintelligence special agent turned spiritual leader. John shares his journey from small-town Oklahoma to serving in Kuwait and finding his higher purpose. He emphasizes the importance of joining the military for the right reasons and encourages young people to take their time and think about it. John also delves into the significance of spirituality, self-discovery, and personal growth, offering valuable insights and recommendations for listeners.

Connect with John by visiting his website - https://kishar.org/

[00:00:03] John Lawyer, a small-town Oklahoma native, enlisted in the US Army before 9/11

[00:01:54] War, soldier, civilian, burnout, spiritual awakening, nonprofit.

[00:04:11] Military offers adventure, growth, and stability.

[00:07:18] Resilience and belief lead to greatness.

[00:09:39] Embrace the darkness, accept and protect essence.[00:12:48] Self-reflection leads to personal growth.

[00:15:21] Summary: Seeking spiritual understanding and helping others.

[00:18:39] YouTube channel offers free advice on starting and finding purpose.

[00:21:02] Self-help and spirituality are closely related. Self-improvement leads to spiritual growth. Reading impactful books and learning from mentors like Tony Robbins can be transformative.[00:23:33] John is passionate about helping others and believes it is his natural calling. He can be found on the website Keisha.org and advises listeners to not chase perfection but instead embrace imperfection. The host thanks John for his service and appreciates his positive message.